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Chapter 362: You’re One Step Too Late, I’ve Already Bought It (Asking for Monthly Votes)

Chapter 362: Chapter 362: You’re One Step Too Late, I’ve Already Bought It (Asking for Monthly Votes)

"You must be the representative of Ferrari, right?"

Rodrick wasn’t aware of Chu Chen’s specific identity, but sitting there with Zhao Yuanliang, he had to be a high-ranking figure in Ferrari.

"Vice President of Ferrari, Chu Chen."

Also vice president?

Hearing Chu Chen’s words, Rodrick was somewhat surprised that this young Chinese man shared the same title as him.

"Mr. Zhao, I think collaborating with our McLaren would be much better than with Ferrari Group."

Right from the start, Rodrick got straight to the point.

"Why?"

"Because McLaren can give up part of the profit."

Rodrick explained.

"If you sign a contract with Ferrari, the profit is average, but if you cooperate with us, McLaren, I guarantee your profit will be at least one-third more."

"Moreover, I am also the fifth-largest shareholder of the McLaren Group, which gives me significant influence at McLaren and allows me to agree to more of your demands."

Rodrick boasted.

You should know, an ordinary group’s vice president may have many.

But not every vice president will own shares in a group; in some companies, even the president may not have any shares.

For example, at their McLaren Group, unless there’s a major incident, the first and second-largest shareholders won’t interfere in the group’s work.

Every year they just collect their dividends.

And McLaren’s president is only the third-largest shareholder.

As an example, take Alibaba. As a supergroup with a market value of trillions, "Papa Ma" is only the third-largest shareholder.

But as the vice president of McLaren Group and also the fifth-largest shareholder, he was already very impressive.

Absolutely crushing other companies’ vice presidents, with much more power.

"What, the fifth-largest shareholder?"

Zhao Yuanliang was also very surprised. He didn’t expect Rodrick to have such a status.

This status wasn’t something a vice president could compare with.

After speaking, Rodrick looked at Zhao Yuanliang and Chu Chen with a face full of pride, feeling very smug.

He was ready to accept Chu Chen’s astonishment.

Knowing Rodrick’s status, Zhao Yuanliang became even politer towards him.

"So, Vice President Chu, do you still think there’s any competitiveness?"

Rodrick smiled as he inquired of Chu Chen, emphasizing the term "vice president."

"Cough, cough."

Chu Chen cleared his throat with a cough.

"Actually, besides being a vice president, I’m also a shareholder of Ferrari."

Chu Chen intended to keep a low profile, but he had no choice but to tell the truth now.

"Oh?"

Rodrick and Zhao Yuanliang both turned their eyes towards Chu Chen, very curious about his next words.

"I’m the second-largest shareholder of Ferrari."

Chu Chen said calmly.

The second-largest shareholder?

Zhao Yuanliang’s eyes instantly widened in shock.

This...

Was Chu really the second-largest shareholder of Ferrari? That impressive?

As for Rodrick, he almost slipped out of his chair.

The second-largest shareholder?

Oh, my God!

Even their president was only the third-largest shareholder in McLaren, yet this Chu Chen was the second-largest shareholder of Ferrari?

Rodrick fell silent immediately.

For some reason, he suddenly felt a bit uncomfortable.

Could his fifth-largest shareholder status compare with someone else’s second-largest shareholder?!

How embarrassing.

"Mr. Chu is truly impressive."

Zhao Yuanliang marveled.

Although the market value of Qiankun Group was not lower than that of Ferrari, its international status and influence could not match Ferrari Group.

Seeing Zhao Yuanliang and Chu Chen conversing cheerfully, Rodrick felt somewhat uneasy.

Before coming, he had assured the president with confidence that he would definitely snatch the contract from Ferrari.

But now...

"By the way, do the two of you have time tomorrow?"

Rodrick intentionally changed the subject.

"I want to invite you both for tea at Tang Palace tomorrow."

Having been in China for a while, Rodrick was fond of Tang Palace and went to great lengths, using numerous connections.

Rodrick had finally almost reached a deal with the owner of Villa No. 16 at Tang Palace.

Now, as long as he sent the money over, the No. 16 villa would be his.

"What, Tang Palace?"

Zhao Yuanliang asked in return.

To be honest, if Zhao Yuanliang wanted to set up a villa at Tang Palace, he could.

But it was only with decades of accumulated connections in Shanghai that he could manage it.

Yet how long had Rodrick been in Shanghai, and he already managed to secure a villa at Tang Palace?!

Impressive indeed.

"Which villa has Mr. Rodrick bought? I know several executives living in Tang Palace."

Zhao Yuanliang inquired.

"Villa No. 16."

Rodrick boasted.

Villa No. 16?

Next to him, Chu Chen raised an eyebrow.

"Unfortunately for you, you are a step late."

Chu Chen said to Rodrick.

"What do you mean, why am I a step late?" Rodrick asked, puzzled.

"I have already bought Villa No. 16 of Tang Palace."

This morning, as part of the check-in task, Chu Chen acquired two other villas at Tang Palace.

One of those villas happened to be the No. 16 villa.

Bought it?

Hearing Chu Chen’s explanation, Rodrick looked incredulous. How was that possible?

"Absolutely not."

He had already negotiated with the owner of Villa No. 16, offering an astronomical price?

Why would the owner of No. 16 villa sell it to someone else?

However, seeing Chu Chen sitting there calmly, Rodrick began to doubt, feeling anxious.

"Sorry, I’ll make a call."

After saying this to Zhao Yuanliang, Rodrick took out his phone and dialed the owner of Villa No. 16.

"What?"

"You sold it this morning?"

Upon hearing this, Rodrick was dumbfounded.

"To whom did you sell it?"

"Chu Chen?!"

Ending the call, Rodrick sat there, stunned.

Really, had Chu Chen really bought that villa just before him?

"Is Mr. Chu currently living in Tang Palace?"

Zhao Yuanliang asked, thinking that if Chu Chen lived in Tang Palace, he could visit Chu Chen whenever he went to meet old friends there.

"Yes, I am currently living in Villa No. 11 at Tang Palace."

Chu Chen replied.

"Villa No. 11? Didn’t Mr. Chu buy Villa No. 16?"

Zhao Yuanliang thought he misheard.

"It’s Villa No. 11, and I own three villas at Tang Palace."

Chu Chen explained.

Having three villas at Tang Palace?!

As soon as Chu Chen said that, the entire office seemed to freeze.

Three villas, three villas!

Those are villas in Tang Palace, known as "the top luxury residences in Shanghai"?!

Mr. Chu actually has three!

There was likely no one else in the whole of Shanghai owning three villas in Tang Palace.

After listening to Chu Chen, Rodrick completely backed down.

He surrendered, deciding not to meddle with this contract any longer, for he was unworthy!