Chapter 221 - 161: Don’t Tell Me You Want Me to Do That Kind of Thing?
But the Peppa Pig phone case made Lin Jiang seriously question Li Yuanyuan’s taste.
He Siyao carefully took out the phone. It was so expensive that she grew tense, terrified she might accidentally drop and break it.
But it was obvious she loved the phone.
Looking at He Siyao, Lin Jiang grew thoughtful.
’Fate really is an interesting thing.’
He Siyao left around one in the afternoon.
Lin Jiang then checked the company’s cash flow.
Another 5 million had come in since yesterday. Berkeley Mall, a massive cash-generating machine, was playing a crucial role at this critical moment.
After scraping together funds from other sources, he had nearly 20 million on hand.
Buying the Haojie Clubhouse wouldn’t be that difficult.
Just then, Lin Jiang’s phone rang. It was an unknown number.
"Hello, is this President Lin?"
"Speaking. Who is this?"
"I’m the owner of the Haojie Clubhouse, Dai Hongwei." His tone was very polite.
"I heard from my staff that you’re interested in acquiring the Haojie Clubhouse. I was hoping we could discuss it."
"What’s your asking price, President Dai?"
Lin Jiang didn’t waste any words, cutting straight to the chase. He didn’t want to waste too much time on this.
"23 million."
The figure was within Lin Jiang’s expectations.
The few million Lin Jiansheng had offered was practically robbery; there was no way a deal could be made at that price.
Considering the size of the Haojie Clubhouse, 23 million wasn’t a high price.
The reason it was selling for this price was undoubtedly due to Lin Jiansheng’s meddling. That, combined with the outdated interior decor, had pushed the clubhouse to the brink of unprofitability. Otherwise, it could have easily sold for several million more.
’This was an opening he had to take advantage of.’
"That’s a bit steep. How about 20 million? If you agree, we can sign the contract right now. Give it some thought, President Dai."
"Alright. Where are you, President Lin? We can meet in person." Dai Hongwei agreed immediately, without much deliberation.
"I’m at Berkeley Mall. You can bring the contract with you when you come, President Dai."
"Alright."
After hanging up, Lin Jiang stretched his limbs.
’First, I’ll secure the clubhouse. I can deal with Lin Jiansheng later.’
Afterward, Lin Jiang called Huang Youwei.
He told him to prepare a meeting room and gave him a few other instructions.
Having worked in the mall business for so many years, Huang Youwei knew exactly what to do in this situation.
About an hour later, Dai Hongwei called to tell Lin Jiang he had arrived at the entrance to Berkeley Mall.
Lin Jiang took Huang Youwei and went out to greet him.
Dai Hongwei’s car was a Maybach 380. When they saw Lin Jiang, a driver and an assistant got out first to open the door for Dai Hongwei.
"President Lin, you’re so young and accomplished. Compared to you, my generation is nearly obsolete."
"You’re too kind, President Dai. Let’s head upstairs; this isn’t the place to talk."
"Of course."
The group went to the meeting room on the fifth floor. After they were seated, Lin Jiang spoke.
"President Dai, let’s dispense with the formalities. We should focus on the details. If there are no issues, we can sign the contract today."
"No problem."
For the next hour, their conversation revolved entirely around the clubhouse.
Dai Hongwei had other business ventures and wanted to liquidate his assets quickly, so he didn’t haggle over the finer points.
Everything currently in the Haojie Clubhouse was to be sold as a package deal, including the inventory in the warehouse.
Once everything was settled, the two signed the contract. Lin Jiang then arranged for Chen Jingxian to transfer the funds, and the acquisition was complete.
[New Map Unlocked: Beiqiao District...]
A game notification appeared, just as Lin Jiang expected.
"President Lin, I’ve never met a young man with as much drive as you. It’s truly remarkable."
Dai Hongwei’s words were sincere.
He had handled everything in a single afternoon. It was rare to see such efficiency in someone so young.
"You’re too kind, President Dai."
"I’m heading back now to hold a meeting with the clubhouse’s management and explain the situation. After that, you’re free to handle things as you see fit, President Lin."
"Sounds good."
After a few more pleasantries, Lin Jiang saw Dai Hongwei off.
’All that’s left is the handover. I’ll just have to go over there and hold a meeting with the senior management, and then this matter will be officially settled.’
[Task Complete (Making a Name for Oneself): Reward: 10 Top-Class Female Attendants, 40 EXP]
[Please wait patiently. Do not leave your current location. Reward is being dispatched...]
Seeing the game notification, Lin Jiang couldn’t help but wonder about these so-called "top-class female attendants"—just how "top-class" could they be?