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195: Chapter 195: Let’s Get Started 195: Chapter 195: Let’s Get Started Listening to Liu Jiayin’s excited chatter, Zhao Guang quickly interrupted him.

“Wait, wait, the ink on this deal isn’t dry yet, at least wait until it’s confirmed before saying anything.”

“You’re right, we better wait for the official notification.

Only after the project starts can we be sure.

It really wouldn’t be good to get too cocky now.

What if they decide to choose a different location?”

It was indeed possible, considering there were many potential spots to choose from around University City.

If someone took advantage of the situation, the higher-ups might not do much, but if that person was boastful, broadcasting it everywhere, even making many believe there was some scandal or conspiracy involved, the loss would outweigh the gain.

In such cases, to calm the public uproar, it’s quite possible the authorities would change the location.

But once the project commenced, there would be no turning back; everything would have to be set in stone.

Zhao Guang had not considered this point, or he would have definitely looked for a way to spread the news.

At this moment, Zhao Guang felt waves of headache wash over him.

If it really became a school district housing area, continuing to live alone here would seem too strange.

Because then, it wouldn’t just be about being eccentric; it would be about having secrets.

When the time came, countless people would come to explore, to discover his secrets.

The thought alone gave Zhao Guang a headache.

As he thought through this, Zhao Guang dialed the phone again, this time reaching out to Guo Siyu.

“Um, this time,” Zhao Guang wanted to say he had brought gold and gemstones and suggest that Guo Siyu invite her older sister to join.

He himself was just about to call, when he realized he could have simply called the older sister directly.

Unexpectedly, Guo Siyu suddenly said, “Don’t bring anything over for the time being, we’ve run into a bit of a problem over here.”

“A problem?

What kind of problem?” Zhao Guang found it odd, given they were in the jewelry business.

As long as the gems themselves had no issues, what problems could there possibly be?

“There’s no problem domestically, expansion is going really well, but we recently encountered hurdles expanding internationally—it’s been impossible to get our products out.”

Zhao Guang was even more puzzled, “Can’t get them out?

Why?” Logically, gemstones were easily marketable if recognized.

It’s a luxury good, not involving any essential public needs.

To put it bluntly, aside from looking good, they’re downright useless in any practical sense.

At the national level, what’s often least valued are these kinds of luxury goods.

Of course, gold is different.

Gold is a universal equivalent, incomparable to ordinary luxury goods.

“To understand this matter, we have to start from when our company went public.

Oh right, you probably don’t know about this,” considering Zhao Guang’s personality and recalling how their IPO was rather straightforward and even rushed, it was likely Zhao Guang hadn’t been informed.

“We’ve gone public already?

I thought we’d have to wait a while.

But what’s the problem?”

“The problem is significant.

After we went public, someone named Fang Hang somehow bought up 5% of our shares quickly, becoming a shareholder.”

“Then he told us that he could help us expand overseas, leveraging his channels.”

Fang Hang?

Zhao Guang’s eyes narrowed.

He’d heard the name before, from Old Master Li’s mouth.

Last time, Old Master Li had warned him about this young master targeting Da Manjin, intending to acquire his shares.

He hadn’t expected this guy to act so swiftly.

No, it was more accurate to say he acted first and then had Old Master Li notify him.

It was even possible that he initially wanted to find Zhao Guang himself but failed, which led him to turn to Old Master Li.

Beijing’s young master, truly extraordinary, making such a big move the moment he struck.

“Having connections isn’t a good thing?

Why are you still unable to go international?”

Guo Siyu let out a sigh, “Because Fang Hang set a condition, claiming his shares were too minimal, and he wanted more.

If he didn’t get enough shares, he wouldn’t let us use his channels.”

“If they don’t want to use it, they don’t use it.

It’s not like we can’t sell our good products.”

“Here’s the issue—without our own overseas channels and considering Fang Hang’s significant influence in certain circles where he’s apparently well-respected, it looks like he’s given instructions that now we can’t get our merchandise out at all.”

“His influence can’t possibly affect all channels, can it?”

“Of course not, but we only have a few channels on our side, and it’s not easy to distribute our goods from here.

If we try to do it ourselves, who knows what troubles we’ll encounter.”

Guo Siyu sighed again, “After all, Fang Hang is now one of our shareholders, and he’s capable of causing a lot of trouble.”

Zhao Guang rolled his eyes, “I’ve always said, going public only brings more complications.”

Before going public, those above told him how wonderful it would be.

But after going public, when troublemakers came along, they just washed their hands of it—those people’s words really can’t be trusted.

However, if the opponent has made a move, it’s now my turn to act.

“So what exactly does this Fang Hang want?

What are his intentions?”

“He hasn’t been specific.

He just wants to meet with you.

I have a feeling he’s after something big.”

Confirmed, otherwise he could have made simple demands without the need for a face-to-face meeting.

Those above aren’t reliable, so busy with their secrecy, why can’t they let their second-generation children know how important I am?

Would anyone believe me if I told them?

Zhao Guang felt helpless; his schedule was very tight.

He didn’t have time to deal with these issues.

“Alright, I’ll meet him then.

When’s the earliest we can do it, today?”

“They have been constantly contacting me, checking in every day.

From what they said today, it looks like he’ll be free the day after tomorrow.”

“Fine, I have to adjust to their schedule, huh?

I want to see for myself what makes them bold enough to act so high and mighty.

Oh right, make preparations.

Would it be a issue to set up another company in Xiangjiang?”

“Do you mean we should avoid Da Manjin and find another way?”

“We may or may not need it, but we should be prepared.

You wouldn’t want your own family to be excluded, right?”

Of course, she wouldn’t.

Da Manjin was not only her father’s legacy, but also hers.

Who could have foreseen that the measure intended to help Da Manjin grow would become a decision that almost cost them the company?

Since Zhao Guang was on her side, that was a great relief.

Waves of gratitude surged within Guo Siyu.

No matter what Zhao Guang’s exact thoughts were, his current actions were clearly in her favor.

“Alright, I understand.

To move quickly, buying a shell company would be best.”

“You handle the details; I’ll provide the funding.

Just ensure that I keep a 30% stake in the benefits,” Zhao Guang said.

He might not care much himself, might give away shares casually, but that’s his choice.

Zhao Guang wouldn’t allow anyone to come and seize them from him.