Chapter 2797
How can you do business like this?
Chapter 2797 How can you do business like this?
In the lobby, guests passing by looked on with curiosity at the four people in the corner.
Those who can stay here are either VIPs or people of high status.
Those who didn't recognize him were fine, but those who did were even more curious.
Especially the person sitting opposite Yang Xiaotao, with his high nose, blue eyes, hair, and figure, you could tell at a glance that he was a foreigner.
What's more, there was a person next to him with a white cloth strip on their head.
Of course, they didn't know which country they were from, but what was certain was that these people were discussing something important.
If not, would it be so serious?
Even the staff didn't dare to approach and add tea; they could only watch from a distance and wait for a signal before daring to come closer.
Even others who witnessed this scene unconsciously slowed their pace.
Those with ulterior motives simply remembered the scene and then quickly left.
In the corner, Yang Xiaotao remained calm, waiting for Dawson's reply.
At this moment, Dawson understood why they were meeting in the lobby. This was Yang Xiaotao's intention: to come openly and honestly.
But it didn't bother him much; he was there to do business anyway.
As for everything else, we'll discuss that after the deal is done.
Can…
But to come out with such an outrageous demand, are you out of your mind?
Computers.
They want a computer right off the bat? What kind of business is this?
In business, you need to build trust gradually, cooperate step by step, and deepen the relationship slowly.
It's like dating a girlfriend; you can't just ask for her most precious thing right away.
Is this genuine ignorance, or is it intentional?
Dawson looked at Yang Xiaotao's smiling face and was somewhat unsure of what to do.
"Yang, you know this is impossible!"
"Computer technology is very important to us; it concerns the security of a country."
"Besides, do you think I, a businessman, can make such a decision about something so important?"
Dawson hesitated for a moment before refusing.
The main issue is that he doesn't have the authority to make that decision.
You should know that this computer is a top domestic secret.
Just look at the current leagues; it's because of their lack of computer skills that they've gradually fallen behind in the competition, and the gap has even widened.
To date, the lunar landing program has not been completed.
So, if two computers were sold to China, and then the latter resold them to the Alliance, wouldn't they have suffered a huge loss?
Moreover, who knows what kind of trouble China might cause once it has computers?
It's worth noting that analysis of domestic game console motherboards shows that China's semiconductor materials industry has surpassed the alliance and is not far behind.
This is very dangerous.
Therefore, the computer cannot be given away!
At least in his view, this computer is not something he can give away.
After Dawson finished speaking, Yang Xiaotao laughed, "Mr. Dawson, you were so confident just now, but you said it wouldn't work in the blink of an eye. This makes me doubt your sincerity!"
"And you're no ordinary businessman, you're a great businessman of the United States!"
"Is there anything in this world that a merchant from the United States wouldn't dare to sell?"
At this point, Yang Xiaotao winked at Dawson, who quickly lowered his head and picked up the tea on the table to hide his speechlessness.
Indeed, there's nothing in this world they wouldn't dare sell; the only difference is how much they can earn.
But how can you do business like that?
They come up here wanting someone else's "not for sale" items. How are they supposed to make money like that?
Seeing the other party hesitate, Yang Xiaotao spoke again, "How about this, it's a bit abrupt to talk about this on our first meeting. Why don't you rest a bit more, and we'll go back to Beijing this afternoon, then we can continue our discussion there?"
After saying that, Dawson immediately nodded, "Okay, I also want to go and see Beijing!"
After they finished speaking, the two of them laughed. Liang Zuoxin and Faisal, who were standing to the side, exchanged a glance and then smiled.
The two felt that they were just bystanders in front of these two, with no presence at all.
We had a hearty lunch at the guesthouse at noon.
It must be said that Dawson, as a businessman who travels all over the world, always gives people a feeling of warmth and comfort. In particular, when he talks about the customs and habits of various places, he immediately attracts the attention of Yang Xiaotao and Liang Zuoxin.
Even Yang Xiaotao in his previous life hadn't been to so many places.
Yeah, I haven't really looked into it properly in China either.
Suddenly, Yang Xiaotao found a good direction for his retirement life.
After the lively atmosphere of the meal, Yang Xiaotao took the two men to Beijing.
It wouldn't be easy for ordinary foreigners to enter Beijing, but with Yang Xiaotao's leadership and Liang Zuoxin's intervention, everything went smoothly.
After arranging for the two to stay at the Minzu Hotel, Yang Xiaotao shook hands with Dawson and prepared to leave.
"Mr. Dawson, if you need anything, please give us a call and our staff will help you."
"Of course, if you need my help, you can ask the staff for assistance!"
Yang Xiaotao spoke sincerely, and Dawson smiled broadly.
"Okay, thank you for your hospitality!"
You're welcome. I hope you'll find it comfortable here!
Yang Xiaotao smiled, shook hands again, and then said, "I'm really looking forward to meeting you tomorrow and hope to hear good news."
Dawson's lips twitched, then he smiled and said, "See you tomorrow!"
Yang Xiaotao nodded, then turned and left amidst Dawson's smile.
After leaving the hotel, Liang Zuoxin drove up, and the two headed towards the Ninth Department.
"What's going on? Do we have to continue tomorrow?"
Yang Xiaotao nodded. "Although we don't know what the higher-ups are planning, we've been given the task, so we'll do it as usual."
Liang Zuoxin opened his mouth, wanting to remind Yang Xiaotao of something, but he didn't know how to say it.
Perhaps the superiors just wanted to make contact; there's no need to be so serious.
You can just do any kind of business.
Starting with computer science, aren't you setting the bar too high?
Seeing Yang Xiaotao's eager expression, he thought it best not to say anything.
Those familiar with Yang Bu know this, and they are very interested in it.
Liang Zuoxin suddenly had a jolt of realization. Could this be what the higher-ups meant by sending Director Yang to handle this matter?
In an instant, Liang Zuoxin felt the wisdom emanating from his superiors, a crushing intellectual superiority.
Therefore, in order not to expose one's shortcomings, it is best to keep one's mouth shut.
After the car returned to the Ninth Department, Yang Xiaotao went back to his office and called the Seventh Department of Machinery.
The call connected, and Mr. Wang's voice came through.
"Old Wang, everything has been brought back."
When will you come to tidy up?
Yang Xiaotao asked directly, and Old Wang chuckled on the phone, "Well, we've been a bit busy lately, and we're a little short-handed."
"It's okay if it's not enough. Let's take the stuff back first. There are several truckloads of it. It's no good to leave it here!"
"If all else fails, talk to the Sixth Ministry of Machine Building; they might have connections there."
Yang Xiaotao didn't want to drag it out any longer, or it would be the New Year.
What if they deny it after the New Year and try to pass this on to the Ninth Department?
Must be dealt with as soon as possible.
"The Sixth Ministry of Machinery Industry, Old Zhou? He's even less time for that; he's busy running around the shipyard right now!"
"You don't know, after the last incident involving Emperor Gaozu of Han was over, Old Zhou took on the Five Tiger Generals plan."
"Hehe, this is incredible! They're all top-notch warriors. I heard their tonnage is the same as the Wei Qing warship. He's busier than me now; you have to call him three days in advance to even contact him..."
Yang Xiaotao pouted, "No, you're not going to keep leaving it here with us forever, are you?"
"This is your mission!"
"There's no other way, there's just no one else!"
Old Wang's voice sounded powerless, but the old man on the other end of the phone was all smiles.
"In that case, I'll have the convoy deliver it directly to you."
"It's alright, don't worry about the travel expenses, just help unload the truck."
Yang Xiaotao hung up the phone immediately after speaking.
On the other end of the phone, Old Wang's smile twitched as he listened to the dial tone. He had been inquiring with the factories below and had gathered some information over the past few days.
He then realized that this was not a simple matter.
Nine times out of ten, they were tricked by Old Chen.
Moreover, the fact that the Nine Departments were released in such a hurry means they must have known the ins and outs beforehand.
The thought of not getting the funding I wanted and getting stuck with a hot potato makes me feel really bad.
Especially since it was a hot potato that he had taken over from the Ninth Division, it was even more unpleasant.
Thinking back to when Lao Zhou and I were in the Ninth Department, we thought we had gotten a great deal, and we even felt bad for taking advantage of others.
But now that I think about it, they couldn't be happier.
The thought that Yang Xiaotao had been holding back his laughter the whole time, acting like he thought they were idiots, made them even angrier.
"No, this can't end like this!"
Thinking of this, Mr. Wang picked up the phone again.
However, he didn't call Yang Xiaotao, but rather Old Chen.
After talking on the phone for less than five minutes, Old Wang's forehead was covered in sweat. He then hung up the phone with a smile, sat in his chair, and wanted to cry but couldn't.
"Damn it, no way, this won't work with just a pittance!"
"We still have to go to the Ninth Division!"
Old Wang got up and walked outside.
At this point, I might as well lose all face!
Nine parts.
Yang Xiaotao hung up the phone and stopped thinking about it. He had finally managed to push the hot potato out of the way, so he had to hurry up and get it over with.
He then focused on the present, figuring out how to close the deal with Dawson.
Frankly speaking, the most important thing in doing business is to rely on strength.
With the strength, you can force a sale or buy it at will.
If you're not strong enough, you'll just have to wait to be robbed.
Moreover, this computer isn't all there is to it; Yang Xiaotao is looking for even more good stuff.
Even just a sample can provide direction.
Like those models and stuff, I don't know if that company has gone out of business yet. If possible, I could buy some toys for the kids.
There are also machine tools, steel, food, and so on from the United States…
With these thoughts in mind, Yang Xiaotao began to list them on the paper.
First, what does the other party have?
A bunch of things suddenly popped into Yang Xiaotao's mind.
Food, clothing, daily necessities...
Airplanes, cannons, tanks, rockets, spaceships…
Mathematics, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Physics...
Too much.
What about what you already have?
Yang Xiaotao went through it in his mind, then drew a circle around it.
Scratching his head, Yang Xiaotao began to select.
First, grain can be imported.
Soybeans, wheat, beef, pork, and mutton.
There are plenty of these on farms in the United States, and they're cheap; you just need to pay for shipping.
Secondly, industrial equipment, such as steelmaking equipment, machine tools, and gantry cranes, can be purchased and used immediately, and can also provide research directions and accelerate research progress.
Finally, the computer…
Yang Xiaotao lay on the table, writing incessantly, sometimes thinking this was okay, sometimes thinking that was fine too.
So the notebook got bigger and bigger, and eventually I had to keep selecting from it.
The more things there are, the more difficult it becomes to cooperate.
It's nerve-wracking.
Just as Yang Xiaotao was busy preparing for the friendly exchange the next day, there was a knock at the door. Before Lou Xiao'e could get up to open the door, Old Wang pushed the door open and walked in.
Yang Xiaotao was startled, but quickly regained his composure.
"Old Wang, it's almost time to get off work, come over here. Are you here to thank me and treat me to drinks and dinner?"
Yang Xiaotao spoke first, but Old Wang immediately sat down to the side and said irritably, "Thank you? Thank you for shifting the blame!"
Yang Xiaotao chuckled, "What you're saying has nothing to do with us. I didn't want to give it to you at the time, but we're friends, and you asked for it so readily. How could I refuse?"
Old Wang's lips trembled when he heard Yang Xiaotao say that.
"We can't refuse!"
Yang Xiaotao gave his answer in a very serious manner.
Old Wang gave a cold snort, which almost made Yang Xiaotao burst out laughing.
Taking a deep breath, Old Wang tried to regain his composure and looked at Yang Xiaotao again, "Tell me, what will it take for you to help me with this?"
"But let me make this clear first: I have neither money nor people!"
Yang Xiaotao raised an eyebrow, his eyes seeming to gleam, which made Old Wang's heart skip a beat again.
No way, we've run into trouble again.
Then Yang Xiaotao said with a hint of excitement, "Since you've said that, I do have something that I need someone with a strong will to help me with."
I think you're perfect for the job!
Old Wang's face twitched slightly, his resolve unwavering?
Is he really that shameless?
"You, tell me what it is first!"
Having learned his lesson the hard way, Old Wang dared not agree so easily.
Yang Xiaotao looked up at Liu Lixue and Lou Xiao'e, "Xiaoxue, you two can go home first."
After listening, Liu Lixue and the other person looked at each other, nodded, tidied up the documents on the table, and then left the office.
Seeing this, Old Wang became even more vigilant.
"Old Wang, this matter is very simple."
"I just took on a mission to chat with a foreign businessman and do some business while I'm at it."
"I can't do the 'good cop' job alone; I need to find someone to help me."
Old Wang rolled his eyes. So they wanted him to be the villain?
However, having learned his lesson before, he didn't rush to agree. Instead, he continued to ask, "Who is this person?"
Yang Xiaotao smiled and then briefly explained the situation.
"hehe…"
Old Wang was secretly relieved that he hadn't immediately agreed.
Then, after glancing at the list compiled by Yang Xiaotao, he took a deep breath, stood up, and said, "This convoy will be back soon, right?"
"I need to go back and collect the data and make some arrangements, so I'll be going now!"
"No need to see me off, I'm leaving!"
With that, he turned around, opened the door, and strode away.
Yang Xiaotao sat in the chair, dumbfounded.
You said a lot, and you just turned around and left. That's so disrespectful!
As Mr. Wang left the office, he wiped away a cold sweat.
I've seen people do business, but I've never seen anyone do business like Yang Xiaotao.
What kind of business are you doing with the United States by listing all those things?
You might as well just write "aircraft carrier" in it too.
I've never seen business done this way before.
Old Wang quickened his pace as he thought to himself.
Now that I know something so important, I can't let this guy cling to me!
That kid is absolutely capable of doing something like that.
Meanwhile, looking at the list, and recalling the haste with which Old Wang left, Yang Xiaotao was somewhat puzzled. "Is there a lot of stuff?"
I looked at it again, and then thought about it and added a line at the end: Chinook helicopter.