Chapter 1220: Win-Win

Masao Ono wanted to teach Zhao Fusheng a lesson, but Zhao Fusheng also wanted to gain something from him.

Doing business, to put it bluntly, is about deception and mutual scheming. Especially when the opponent is Japanese; if he didn't make money, Zhao Fusheng felt he would be letting down those virtuous and skilled teachers like Miss Pota and Miss Aoi.

Of course, at this moment, Zhao Fusheng had no idea that Masao Ono planned to give him a surprise. He was helplessly looking at Han Bin, who sat before him with a worried expression.

"You're not joking, are you?" Zhao Fusheng asked Han Bin incredulously. "A choice between two? What does that mean?"

Han Bin's face was full of bitterness. He shook his head at Zhao Fusheng with a wry smile. "It's no joke. It's a problem from my family. My father thinks I've invested in too many industries and too many projects. He thinks it's better for me to focus on just one industry and one project."

Zhao Fusheng blinked, trying to digest the news Han Bin had brought. After a long moment, he said, "You mean your father now wants you to choose between 'Zheng Tu' and Jingdong Electronics?"

"Yes," Han Bin nodded. "I know both projects are good. Originally, I planned to invest in both, but now it's come to this. I can only invest in one."

He paused, looked at Zhao Fusheng, and said somewhat sheepishly, "I'd like to ask you for a favor, is that okay?"

"No!" Zhao Fusheng refused without hesitation, shaking his head as if he didn't intend to give Han Bin a chance to speak.

"No, no, no, hear me out," Han Bin said, his plump body trembling slightly, his face pleading with Zhao Fusheng. "It's like this: I was thinking, could you take over one of the projects?"

"Huh?" Zhao Fusheng was taken aback. He had thought Han Bin was going to ask for a loan, so he deliberately joked to refuse. But he hadn't expected this guy to have other plans, actually wanting him to take over one of the projects.

What exactly did this guy want to do?

He didn't think Han Bin would be kind enough to share profits with him. Back when he was dragged into investing in Jingdong, it was because Han Bin lacked funds himself. Zhao Fusheng clearly remembered that he had once hinted at wanting to jointly invest in the game 'Zheng Tu' with Han Bin, but as soon as he started, Han Bin deftly steered the conversation elsewhere, not giving him a chance to speak.

And now, he was saying he wanted Zhao Fusheng to choose one of the projects?

Zhao Fusheng sneered inwardly but kept his face expressionless. He pondered for a few seconds, then said lightly with a smile, "You know, when a company is in an extraordinary phase of accelerated development, all crises are masked by the speed of growth. At that time, the company is expanding at a rapid pace, and no problem seems to be a problem. But as the company enters sustainable development, all the drawbacks and contradictions will be exposed..."

Han Bin blinked and said nothing. Clearly, he didn't understand what Zhao Fusheng was saying.

Zhao Fusheng smiled faintly and naturally didn't intend to explain too deeply. In fact, this problem existed not only in a company but also in a country, where similar issues would arise.

The poorer and more backward a country, the more problems it faces when it begins rapid development. Starting economic development from scratch, many people are blinded by immediate gains. In an era where the economy takes precedence, as long as the economy can develop, nothing else matters. But when economic development reaches a certain level, both leaders and ordinary people will find that many previously hidden problems are exposed one by one.

Issues of social value orientation, an aging population, pension funds, and uneven regional economic development all come one after another. Not to mention severe social stratification, where the poor cannot change their fate, the middle class has no room for advancement, and the privileged class becomes increasingly entrenched.

Under such circumstances, how to solve these problems becomes a headache for those in power. Clearly, skimming the cream only alleviates temporary troubles. The real solution is to strive for common prosperity, not to desperately raise taxes.

"Ahem, do you mean you don't plan to expand now?" Han Bin hesitated for a long time, then asked Zhao Fusheng. He wasn't stupid. Although Zhao Fusheng's words were somewhat obscure, he had given Han Bin enough time to think. After careful consideration, Han Bin actually discerned the subtext in Zhao Fusheng's words.

Zhao Fusheng chuckled. "It's not that I don't plan to expand. My current idea is mainly to increase the company's physical industries. In other words, I don't intend to get involved in the internet industry for now."

Han Bin frowned. To be honest, he didn't believe a word Zhao Fusheng said.

Not long ago, Future Group officially announced that it had received $350 million in investment from the United States to vigorously develop its various industries. Now Zhao Fusheng was saying the company planned to stabilize and digest the current projects. Han Bin wouldn't believe that even if he were beaten to death.

Of course, Zhao Fusheng wasn't telling the truth. Even if there were some differences within the company about whether to develop proprietary products or deepen market potential, in fact, having witnessed how the internet economy boomed in later years, how could Zhao Fusheng give up this big piece of cake? If he really intended to develop steadily, why would he confront Masao Ono and contact Ma Xiaoyun?

In the end, Zhao Fusheng wanted to probe Han Bin's intentions and see what he was really up to.

Although Han Bin couldn't fathom Zhao Fusheng's thoughts, he had his own methods. Hearing Zhao Fusheng's words, he blinked and smiled. "Since that's the case, I'll go back and think of another way. Actually, I think the Jingdong project is pretty good. What if I invest in this project and give up cooperating with Zhu Yushi?"

Zhao Fusheng's eyes lit up, then he quickly restrained his expression and nodded. "I think that's fine too. After all, competition in online games is too fierce. Not every company has the luck of Shengda Technology."

Although he hid it well, Han Bin was sure he hadn't misread. Clearly, this guy in front of him was still eyeing the game 'Zheng Tu'.

With that in mind, Han Bin smiled slightly. "But the e-commerce industry is too capital-intensive. I'm afraid that if I put my first sum of money in, I'll end up with nothing. How about this: you help me out. I've already agreed with Zhu Yushi to sign before New Year's. With Jingdong, I only have an intention to cooperate with Liu Qiangdong. Why don't you take over the Jingdong project?"

Zhao Fusheng frowned. "Didn't I just say that I have no plans to invest in e-commerce for now? And didn't you say you were optimistic about this project yourself?"

"Being optimistic doesn't help. I've already discussed it with Zhu Yushi. If I back out now, what will people think of me?" Han Bin shook his head helplessly, then said sincerely to Zhao Fusheng, "You know, the Jingdong project was one I was optimistic about, and you agreed to invest fifty percent. Now it's just a matter of you investing a bit more capital. Consider it a favor from me, okay?"

The more Zhao Fusheng refused, the more Han Bin hoped he would take over the project. Because he knew that as long as he asked, Zhao Fusheng would definitely help; it was just a matter of which project he favored more.

Now it was obvious that Zhao Fusheng preferred to invest in the game 'Zheng Tu', after all, he had invested in Shengda Technology back then, and Shengda had made a fortune with 'The Legend'.

With that in mind, Han Bin looked at Zhao Fusheng seriously and said, "You don't think the Jingdong project has a poor outlook and plan to invest in 'Zheng Tu' instead, do you?"

Zhao Fusheng's expression stiffened, then he shook his head incredulously. "How is that possible? What kind of person do you take me for?"

But somehow, Han Bin still felt that he seemed a bit nervous, as if his thoughts had been seen through. It felt like when Han Bin first watched a Japanese adult video and was caught by his family.

Laughing inwardly, Han Bin stood up and said to Zhao Fusheng, "So that's settled. You take over the Jingdong project. I'll have Liu Qiangdong contact you later."

With that, he didn't give Zhao Fusheng a chance to refuse and walked out.

As he pushed open the door, Han Bin was very happy. He had finally made Zhao Fusheng swallow a bitter pill. He now looked forward to seeing the expression on Zhao Fusheng's face when 'Zheng Tu' was launched. After all, according to his estimation, Jingdong's development was clearly inferior to 'Zheng Tu'. Don't forget, Zhu Yushi was a veteran in marketing. With him, the promotion of 'Zheng Tu' would be very fast. As for Jingdong Mall, it only officially entered the e-commerce field in January this year, its future uncertain, and it faced a host of strong competitors. Even Han Bin himself didn't believe the grand blueprint painted by that young man with a northern Jiangsu accent.

And the moment he saw Han Bin walk out, Zhao Fusheng's expression was very interesting. If someone familiar with him were there, they would find that he was actually struggling to suppress his inner joy from showing too clearly.

Although the game 'Zheng Tu' was indeed very profitable, the problem was, that was Jingdong Mall!

Not to mention the character of Liu Qiangdong, who was face-blind and claimed not to know his wife's beauty but liked big breasts, purely in terms of commercial value, this company was definitely worth his investment.

In fact, Zhao Fusheng had just dared not show even a hint of interest in Jingdong, otherwise, he believed Han Bin would surely detect something amiss.

To be honest, even now, Zhao Fusheng was still worried that Han Bin might suddenly change his mind.

With that thought, he picked up the phone and dialed someone's number.