An hour later, the heads of ten departments sat in the conference room, with Old Zhou personally presiding.
"Gentlemen, I've called you here today to discuss a very important matter. But before we formally begin, I'd like to know how much money is currently left on our books and what funds we can mobilize."
The head of finance spoke, "There are only 3.5 trillion funds on the books. Among them, at the end of the month..."
Old Zhou raised his hand to interrupt, sighing with relief. "There's no need to talk about repayments. I've called you here today to discuss a new round of financing. Old Qin."
Qin Weiguo projected the information and results of Baichuan Group onto the large screen.
"Baichuan Group will be the focus of today's meeting. Their demand is for financing of 3 trillion. Next, I will introduce the structure of Baichuan Group. Please remain silent for now.
The largest shareholder of Baichuan Group is the Murong family, followed by Yuanzhan Group, Tianqiong Chinese Network, Ye Longlin, Mu Hanqi, Mo Xuanniao, Yuan Gang, and Longge. The key point among these shareholders is that they are all connected to Ye Longlin!
Ye Longlin, the backbone of the military, with the highest military rank of six stars, appointed Commander-in-Chief of the Three Armed Forces. Although the title of Commander-in-Chief and the six-star military rank are currently sealed, he remains the backbone of the military.
The most crucial point is that Ye Longlin has explicitly told me that if we do not proceed with the financing, or if the money is not seen by 10 AM tomorrow, he will have the Glorious Hall submit a document to the Supreme Commander. After the Supreme Commander's approval, funds will be directly allocated from the treasury. In that case, we, as the primary choice, will face significant repercussions. In Ye Longlin's words, many heads will roll.
Therefore, I've called you here to get your opinions. After all, these matters cannot be decided by Director Zhou and myself alone. Your signatures are required, especially considering it's 3 trillion, a substantial amount!"
After Qin Weiguo's voice fell, no one in the room spoke, as they were all acutely aware of the significant implications.
Glorious Hall, the backbone of the military, the treasury, the Supreme Commander!
Any one of these entities alone was a major force, let alone all of them together!
"We only have 3.5 trillion on our books. If we give them 3 trillion, we'll be left with 500 billion. Our finances could be at significant risk. There are still about three months left until the end of the year, and waiting for repayments will take time. So, at this moment, we truly cannot afford to give them this much!" said the head of finance, Minister Wan, helplessly.
They were state-owned assets!
Their annual expenditure was in the trillions, and now they were left with only 500 billion to last for three months. The development department had several project payment applications already submitted, and 500 billion was simply not enough!
Director Zhou glanced at him. "Then, shall I have Marshal Ye pay you a visit?"
Upon hearing this, Minister Wan's expression changed instantly. He knew Ye Longlin's personality well. Ye Longlin had dealt with many disobedient individuals in the capital. If he were to pay a visit to his home, he would likely not see the next sunrise.
"Hehehe, Director Zhou, I was just joking."
"In that case, I agree. However, all subsequent approvals will only be partial. Specific matters will require relevant leaders to convene a meeting with their subordinates." Minister Wan chuckled awkwardly.
Director Zhou waved his hand. "No need. This 500 billion will suffice for three months. According to Marshal Ye's plan, this commercial war will be resolved within a month. What we need to do is to expedite all repayments as much as possible and prioritize all funds to support Marshal Ye.
If the commercial war is resolved in about a month, we will also be in a much easier position. This is the contract Marshal Ye sent us. Externally, it will be announced as financing, and all matters will proceed as financing. We need to cooperate with the stock exchange to submit the listing application. Of course, this contract is internally a loan agreement with no fixed interest. However, Marshal Ye has offered 300 billion in interest. For a one-month period, this return is quite good."
Indeed, the return was quite good. Even depositing it in a bank would not yield such high interest, especially within a month.
"Take a look at the contract. If there are no issues, sign it directly, arrange the press conference, and disburse the funds."
Director Zhou and Qin Weiguo had already signed the documents. Most people did not even look at the contract, as Director Zhou had already signed, implying there were no issues. They were all reassured on this point.
At that moment, the secretary hurried in.
"Director Zhou, a formal document from the Glorious Hall."
Director Zhou opened it and confirmed it was a formal document from the Glorious Hall. He then handed it down for them to see.
Qin Weiguo gasped and said in shock, "It seems this matter is even more important than we imagined!"
"When Marshal Ye spoke to me, he said before 5 PM. To think that less than an hour later, the document has already arrived!
Gentlemen, this matter cannot be taken lightly. If this is not handled properly, you can only say... you'll have company on the road to the Yellow Springs."
Everyone rolled their eyes, unwilling to engage with him. They were alive and well and had no intention of dying.
"The press conference will be held in two hours!"
After the meeting, Qin Weiguo quickly called Xin Jin and Liu Qin, asking them to return to Baichuan Group and have a video conference with Ye Longlin.
As soon as the video connected, he smiled and said, "Marshal Ye, I sincerely apologize for keeping you waiting. After our discussion, we are arranging the disbursement of funds. In two hours, we will hold a press conference to announce the financing matters with you. The relevant documents will be faxed to you directly."
Ye Longlin waved his hand. "I'll give you a number. Have Lin Tian'ai call you, and pass the documents to her. She's handling the listing matters over there."
Qin Weiguo quickly nodded. "Understood, understood."
After hanging up the call, Xin Jin and Liu Qin smiled and said, "Marshal Ye, we won't disturb you any further. We'll take our leave."
Ye Longlin nodded. After they left, he convened a meeting.
"The issue of funds has been resolved. The state-owned assets will disburse 3 trillion to us. Tang Zihan, prepare yourself. Once the listing application is approved, quickly formulate a suitable commercial war strategy and trap all their money!"
Tang Zihan nodded. "Rest assured."
"Dad, prepare to hold a press conference and connect with the state-owned assets to announce the financing matters, but be sure not to reveal how much was financed."