Jiang Yi said so much to let them know that he wasn't necessarily going to cooperate with the companies in their jurisdictions. Without them, he could still make a lot of money and develop his influence in the business world.
In short, his attitude had to be firm.
The Grand Lords of the North and South Meng States frowned slightly.
"Do you know Jiang Yi's current status? He is a favored figure by Prince Matthew. Cooperating with him is your honor!"
"You'd better put away your airs. Don't think you're superior just because you are Grand Lords. In front of Jiang Yi, you are nothing significant!"
Grand Lord Barry spoke.
Hearing this, the Grand Lords of the North and South Meng States looked even more displeased.
Although they were dominant in their respective regions and held supreme authority, if Jiang Yi was backed by Prince Matthew, then their arrogance in front of him would truly make them look like clowns!
"Grand Lord Barry, is what you said true?"
The Grand Lord of the North Meng State asked.
"Of course, it's true. Is there any reason for me to lie to you about this? For me, if you lose the opportunity to participate in the Yangjiang Conference, I can take on all of Tiansheng Group's projects myself."
"At that time, our West Meng State will be the most powerful among the four states, completely crushing people like you who have a narrow vision!"
Grand Lord Barry said directly.
The Grand Lords of the North and South Meng States then realized they had done something very foolish.
Jiang Yi was right; they should have been the ones seeking Jiang Yi. However, they had put on airs from the moment they met, so naturally, Jiang Yi wouldn't give them a good reception.
"Mr. Jiang, since the North and South Meng States don't need these projects, then fulfill their wishes!"
"Exactly, how dare they put on airs in front of Mr. Jiang? What right do they have to participate in this project!"
"That's right, the cooperation opportunities for the North and South Meng States should be canceled!"
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The people around spoke up.
They dared to say these things because they believed that by kicking the North and South Meng States out, they would have more opportunities to participate in this project with Tiansheng Group and make a fortune alongside them.
They weren't afraid of these two Grand Lords because they were not from the North or South Meng States, and therefore, they were not afraid of these two Grand Lords.
The Grand Lords of the North and South Meng States were greatly angered.
At the same time, they began to panic!
"Mr. Jiang, we were rash just now, and we were wrong!"
The Grand Lord of the North Meng State, discarding his pride, apologized to Jiang Yi.
"Indeed, we shouldn't have acted like this. Mr. Jiang, you are magnanimous, please don't hold it against us!"
"As long as you let us participate in this project, and as long as it concerns this project, we will listen to you. Whatever you say goes!"
The Grand Lord of the South Meng State also quickly expressed his stance.
Jiang Yi smiled slightly.
These two finally decided to put away their pride.
Their apologies in front of so many people were sincere enough. In any case, his deterrence had worked, and it was time to stop here.
Jiang Yi wanted Tiansheng Group to become stronger, and it couldn't rely solely on the West Meng State.
Now that two other states had joined the project, only the East Meng State remained.
If the East Meng State didn't participate, Jiang Yi wouldn't force it. It didn't matter if one state was missing.
Later, there would be plenty of ways to make the Grand Lord of the East Meng State bow at his feet.
"From now on, we are partners. After signing the contract, we can officially cooperate, and the project can be launched directly!"
Jiang Yi looked at the Grand Lords of the North and South Meng States.
The two were relieved to hear this, thinking that their apologies had finally worked. They had been worried that Jiang Yi would simply send them away.
Now, the two Grand Lords looked more like frightened little brides.
Jiang Yi couldn't help but laugh out loud.
This left everyone bewildered, not knowing why Jiang Yi was laughing.
"Mr. Jiang, why are you laughing?"
Grand Lord Barry asked curiously.
"The weather is nice today, and I'm in a very good mood. I'm happy, so I'm laughing!"
Jiang Yi replied. He couldn't tell them what he was thinking.
If he said it, it would be too much. On such an important occasion, one shouldn't make such jokes!
This, however, made everyone even more confused.
It was Grand Lord Barry who finally reacted.
He guessed that Jiang Yi was mocking the Grand Lords of the North and South Meng States. Their appearance indeed looked quite comical.
Just as Jiang Yi was about to begin, the motorcade from the East Meng State Governor's Mansion slowly entered the square.
As the car doors opened, the Grand Lord of the East Meng State, accompanied by a group of bodyguards, stepped out of the car, his expression appearing somewhat awkward.
Everyone was stunned to see the Grand Lord of the East Meng State also arrive.
This was because everyone knew that someone had been sent to invite the Grand Lord of the East Meng State earlier, but he not only refused to come but also insulted Jiang Yi.
Everyone assumed that the Grand Lord of the East Meng State would not come.
Now, he had come scurrying over!
"Isn't that the Grand Lord of the East Meng State?"
Grand Lord Barry mocked the Grand Lord of the East Meng State.
"You refused our invitation before, so why are you scurrying over now? The project has nothing to do with you anymore. You've come for nothing!" – Sudancdn.com
The Grand Lord of the East Meng State had a very unpleasant look on his face. This was indeed embarrassing. He had said he wouldn't come, and now he had shown up!
"I've changed my mind now and decided to participate. With you three states involved, how can we, the East Meng State, be absent!"
The Grand Lord of the East Meng State said.
These words stunned everyone, because the Grand Lord of the East Meng State, just like the Grand Lords of the North and South Meng States earlier, put on airs upon arrival, looking arrogant and dismissive.
These three Grand Lords were all cast from the same mold.
Everyone couldn't help but chuckle.
"Without your North Meng State, it can still proceed!"
Jiang Yi's gaze fell upon the Grand Lord of the East Meng State, and he said faintly.
"I sent people to invite you before, and you refused to come. Now you've come running back, and you're still putting on airs as a Grand Lord!"
"So what if I put on airs? This is the East Meng State. If I'm not involved, I'd like to see how you can hold this Yangjiang Conference!"
The Grand Lord of the East Meng State said coldly.
"What, are you planning to disrupt the Yangjiang Conference?"
Jiang Yi said with a cold smile.
Since this fellow wanted to play this card, he would play along.
"I don't need to disrupt it. I just need to arrest you on the grounds of disturbing public order. I am the Grand Lord of the East Meng State, and I have the final say here!"
The Grand Lord of the East Meng State said coldly.