Chapter 449: This Is All That Can Be Done

"Stretching out negotiations with that factory could be pretty strategic," she said. "Even if we do end up selling to them, we should at least bump up their price a bit. Given the way they've operated over the years, they'll surely try to press the costs down as much as possible, so this is an opportunity for a drawn-out price negotiation."

"The factory wants Xingmi, but the urgent need isn't on us," the village chief explained.

"Later on, you'll also be able to compare and see whether the factory's price or our local offer is better."

"Our company never uses strong-arm tactics; we're all about cooperation and mutual benefit, making money together."

Right there before the village chief, Lu Youxi listened as he spieled one plausible point after another, nearly sweet-talking the cadre senseless.

But it wasn't really fast talk—they were reasonable points the village chief was making.