Chapter 252: You're so heartless!

'Come, let's sit down and talk,' said Lao Zhao warmly.

After saying this, he sat down first. Seeing that Lao Zhao had sat down, Gu Chen sat opposite Lao Zhao, and the others also sat down.

'Right, Chenzi, let me introduce you. This is Lao Liu, Lao Wang, and Lao Wu. They are all helping us expand our wolfberry business, and since you're here today, we thought we'd have a chat.'

After Lao Zhao finished speaking, he picked up the purple clay teapot in front of him and took a cup from the tea tray, filling it with tea for Gu Chen.

Gu Chen took a sip and then laughed, saying, 'I've found a way to sell our wolfberries to other provinces. Lu Xian's future sales should not be a problem.'

Lao Zhao was drinking tea and immediately put down his teacup when he heard this.

He leaned forward, resting his elbows on his thighs, clasping his hands together, his face beaming with joy and interest.

'Really?'

Sichuan Province is a huge place, with a population several times that of Haicheng.

And there are many wealthy people in Sichuan Province. If Wolfberry can get distribution channels in Sichuan Province, then it really won't have to worry about selling!

Gu Chen nodded and leaned back.

'Of course it's true, Ji's, have you heard of it?'

Upon hearing this, Lao Zhao instantly became excited, 'Are you talking about the Ji's that make medicine?'

You have to know that the Sichuan Ji's were the leader of the pharmaceutical industry a few years ago, and anyone who is involved in this industry knows about it.

But for some reason in recent years, it seems that Ji's has fallen silent.

But as the old saying goes, a skinny camel is still bigger than a horse.

Even if Ji's is not doing well, its profits are still beyond your wildest dreams. It's a huge blessing to be able to use Ji's channels.

It's like a beggar finding a piece of gold.

You're really lucky!

'Chen Zi, you're really something, to be able to get involved with Ji's. If you can really use Ji's channels, I'll give you a suite this year!'

You have to know that Ji's channels are really numerous and extensive.

There are countless pharmacies under their banner, and just these pharmacies alone would be a considerable profit if they were to put some in each one.

Not to mention, they also have their own dedicated high-end health clubs.

That's really amazing!

Even giving Gu Chen a house wouldn't be too much!

Gu Chen smiled with a pursed mouth as she looked at the generous-looking Lao Zhao, and reached out to pick up the cup on the tea tray and took a sip.

'Brother, forget the house, how about we talk about the issue of shares again.'

When he heard that Gu Chen wanted a share, the smile on Lao Zhao's face instantly froze, and his expression became a little unnatural.

'Chenzi, how about this, I'll give you 40% of the shares, and we'll split it 40/60. Is that okay?'

To be honest, if they really got on the Ji family's boat, the profits would definitely be beyond their wildest dreams.

He was really willing to give up the house, but if it was a share, Lao Zhao felt a little pain. After all, it was his money that was being divided.

No matter how you look at it, I can't bear to give it up.

Upon hearing this, Gu Chen shook his head and smiled, without saying a word, but instead picked up the teapot and poured himself a cup of tea.

The few people looked at Gu Chen, and for no reason at all, they felt a little nervous. Although this had nothing to do with them, they were just employees.

But after all, Gu Chen was asking for a share, and even though Mr. Zhao had promised 40%, he still seemed dissatisfied.

Everyone wants to know what number Gu Chen has in mind.

Seeing that Gu Chen is not speaking, Lao Zhao is also nervous.

He knows that 40% is a bit low. After all, he is not a big company himself. To be honest, there are a lot of companies of his size.

If he can get on Ji's boat, the profits may increase four or five times or even more.

He hesitated for a moment, licked his lips, and then looked at Gu Chen.

'How about fifty percent? Brother, this is really the utmost sincerity of your brother. How about we split it fifty-fifty?'

Fifty percent?

Gu Chen wanted eighty percent!

But Gu Chen didn't say so directly. He first took a sip of tea.

Then he said, 'By the way, Brother Zhao, what do you think of my cherries? I can get more of these kinds of fruits whenever I want, as well as strawberries, mangoes, and even fruits from the south, such as wax apples, star fruit, and avocado.

'As for quality, I dare say I'm second to none in Haicheng!'

Although he doesn't grow any of these fruits himself, Gu Chen is full of confidence!

There's nothing I can do about it, because we have the space.

No matter what specialty products or regional differences there are, they're not a problem here!

And the quality can only get better.

Hearing Gu Chen say this, Lao Zhao swallowed.

You have to know that Gu Chen's cherries are really something!

He's lived a long life, travelled all over the place, and seen all kinds of strange fruits.

But these huge cherries are really something he's never seen before!

If Gu Chen had all these kinds of fruit in his hands, he would definitely make a fortune.

However, it all depends on the shares. Only by getting more shares can you make more money.

Lao Zhao has always been smart with money.

'If that's the case, we can try opening a chain store in the fruit business! I'll provide the location and the staff, you just provide the fruit, and you don't need to worry about anything else. What do you think?'

Lao Zhao looked at Gu Chen seriously.

Gu Chen smiled and said, 'Brother Zhao, we've digressed from the topic. Let's talk about the shares first.'

If they can't reach an agreement on 80%, then it's better to go it alone!

It's a bit more troublesome, but the money earned will be all your own.

Seeing that Gu Chen had brought the topic back to the shares, Lao Zhao was really at a loss for words. He hesitated for a moment.

'If we can really make the fruit business work, I'll give you 60% of the shares, 60% for you and 40% for me. You'll have the lion's share. What do you think?'

Gu Chen smiled, 'Brother Zhao, you really know how to joke.'

After saying this, he bowed his head and went back to drinking his tea.

In short, he would not say anything. After all, in negotiations, one should not reveal one's cards unless absolutely necessary. This was Gu Chen's principle.

As for why

Gu Chen knew that, if one revealed one's cards, they would be showing their hand. Eighty percent, might just be eighty percent.

And the negotiations will be very difficult, but if he doesn't reveal his cards, maybe the other party can offer more?

After all, in negotiations, it's all about mental strength.

Put bluntly, it's a matter of who has the best attitude.

He took a sip of tea and tasted it carefully. 'Brother Zhao, this tea is good, Longjing, right?'

Hearing Gu Chen praise his tea, Lao Zhao smiled, 'You're really something. This is the new tea that just came out, 500 yuan a catty!'

These days, 500 yuan for tea is really not cheap.

Gu Chen nodded, 'No wonder it tastes good.'

'I still have a few boxes here, take them if you like!'

Hearing that Mr. Zhao was willing to give away boxes of 500 yuan tea, Lao Liu and the others were amazed.

It seems that Lao Zhao is really serious about this kid, and he might even have to give up some of his shares!

Gu Chen laughed, 'Then thank you, Lao Zhao, let's continue talking about the shares.'

It's really not that easy to get rid of him with just a few boxes of tea.

Hearing that the discussion had returned to the shares, Lao Zhao was at the end of his rope.

'Grandpa, 70 percent, 70 percent is fine, right?'

Although, as Gu Chen said, the more money earned, the more painful it is to lose 70% of the shares.

If it weren't for the high profit, Zhao would never have agreed to 70%.

Hearing 70%, the others looked at each other in surprise!

Goodness, this auspicious dried goods company is going to have a new boss!

Gu Chen still shook his head with a smile.

His shake made Lao Zhao's heart race.

'Brother, you're not thinking of 80%, are you? That would be a bit too harsh, and I'd practically own the company.'

Gu Chen narrowed his eyes. He had indeed thought of 80%. The fact that he could say such a thing proved that there was still hope, otherwise he would definitely have said no.