Chapter 266: Chapter 252: Elf Prince_2
From the moment Yan Xing appeared, Zhao Guotai was quite displeased.
Zhao Guotai had arranged this meeting at his own mountaintop villa to elevate his status, hoping to capitalize on the advantage of providing Gryphon Island for breeding and seize the initiative on this project, thereby carving out a large slice of the cake for the Zhao Family.
Yet, as soon as Yan Xing arrived, he stole the spotlight, treating the place as if it were his own home.
Zhao Guotai controlled his emotions and introduced the fourteen company heads attending the partnership meeting to Yan Xing.
Then he said, "We are all very grateful to Boss Yan for letting us participate in this project, and we truly and sincerely want to make it successful, so the world can quickly appreciate the magnificence of mythical creatures. However, Boss Yan is still somewhat young and probably underestimates the sensation the griffons will cause once they are publicly revealed. Solving troubles and dangers isn’t merely a matter of money. Problems that can be solved with money are hardly problems at all. The things Chen Shi and we discussed in advance were too whimsical—naive, empty talk, rash thinking, all just inexperienced delusions. It’s best to leave these projects entirely in my hands for management. We also don’t feel secure entrusting such substantial funds to someone who isn’t capable."
While Yan Xing detoured to trade Gold, Chen Shi had already arrived at the villa to discuss the griffon breeding project with the participating company heads. As the project CEO designated by Yan Xing, the well-prepared Chen Shi presented a very comprehensive plan.
But it was scoffed at by Zhao Guotai.
Having now seen that griffons truly existed, he was even more determined to secure the role of project CEO.
Yan Xing had reviewed Chen Shi’s plan. Regardless of its quality, the position of project CEO absolutely had to go to Chen Shi. He knew Zhao Guotai was coveting this position, so upon arriving, he had immediately given Zhao Guotai a show of strength.
Now it seems Zhao Guotai isn’t giving up!
Yan Xing replied, "I provided the griffons, I organized the partnership, and I invited all of you. It’s important to distinguish the primary from the secondary. I have no time for idle arguments, nor do I believe that age confers the right to haggle. Among those sitting here, other than myself... there’s not one who can’t be replaced. So don’t think you’re special, privileged, or entitled to dictate terms to me."
Seeing Zhao Guotai about to speak, Yan Xing stopped him. "Wait until I finish... Raising griffons isn’t difficult; your worries are simply about others coveting them. The protection of the griffons can be left to Renlun Investment Bank. We just need to focus on how to raise the griffons properly and make money from them. Manager Feng, any issues?"
Feng Tingyue immediately answered, "No problem. Our company guarantees the protection of every griffon."
Turning to Zhao Guotai, Yan Xing said, "Boss Zhao, when it comes to making money, harmony is key to prosperity. Concentrate on what you have, without coveting what others possess, to ensure a long-lasting partnership. If there’s anything Chen Shi and I aren’t doing well, you, sir, are welcome to remind us—just don’t overstep your bounds..."
Zhao Guotai looked at Yan Xing and suddenly felt this man was extraordinary. His words were sharp, carrying an irrefutable force. The pressure he exuded was even greater than facing six griffons descending from the sky.
Who exactly was he?
At this moment, Zhao Guotai saw only two paths before him: continue the struggle or back down.
In the end, Zhao Guotai chose to relent.
He had originally thought that Bolorobin Island was his bargaining chip, but now it seemed this chip wasn’t valuable enough.
It was better to avoid his sharp edge for now. Once I understand his background, I’ll tailor my approach and proceed slowly.
"Boss Yan is right!" Zhao Guotai conceded. "Young people learn from their mistakes... With the support of us elders, Chen Shi definitely won’t cause any major trouble."
Yan Xing had assertively controlled the situation. This was an endorsement of Chen Shi’s executive powers. If these people started undermining him from the beginning of the partnership, it was likely that once the project plan was implemented, nobody would listen to Chen Shi anymore.
Yan Xing didn’t need the money these people could offer; he just needed their resources.
The country is so vast; their resources aren’t irreplaceable.
They knew this, so aside from Zhao Guotai, who had provided the island and made a fuss, the others were very compliant, sitting upright and respectful, not daring to throw their weight around as business magnates.
Yan Xing was very satisfied with the start of the meeting.
"I presume you’ve all read the information on these six griffons. Oh, Manager Feng hasn’t seen it yet. Chen Shi, give Manager Feng a copy of the griffon information." After Chen Shi took a document from his briefcase and handed it to Feng Tingyue, Yan Xing continued, "I’ve been entrusted by a friend to help him breed griffons, to bring them back from the brink of extinction. The first premise of this cooperation... all griffons, including those bred in the future, belong to Sir Lei Ming. I trust you have no objections to this point."
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While Yan Xing was busy in the real world looking for partners to breed griffons, Nuta City welcomed a group of special guests.
They entered the city without alarming the City Defense Force and, under layers of protection, concealed themselves in a chaotic residential area. Soon, they met the person they had come to see.
The simple dwelling was bare.
Across a table riddled with wormholes, two hooded figures sat opposite each other. Two groups of people stood behind each of them.
Karol, dressed as a farm woman, lifted her hood and warmly greeted the visitors, "Prince Elrado, I honestly never expected you to come to Nuta City yourself. I should have invited you to stay at Rose Court, but it would have been too dangerous. Please forgive my inadequate hospitality, Your Highness."