"Mu Yuntao, are you sure you want us to deliver?"
Wu Yongping looked at Mu Yuntao before him, a hint of emotion in his voice.
How to put it?
He had to admit that Mu Yuntao was indeed the most outstanding and capable figure of the Mu family in this generation.
Although his schemes, methods, and even his character were somewhat ignoble, there was no denying his competence.
If nothing unexpected had happened, his Qinglu Group would either be preparing for the wedding of his eldest sister or liquidating assets to cover the ten billion Sam-nation dollars in compensation.
However, in this world, everything is subject to "but." No one could have predicted the appearance of Wang Yu, who not only fulfilled the abnormally large order for special parts commissioned by their group and the Sam-nation's Star Shipbuilding Plant but even exceeded expectations!
Wu Yongping sighed. If he were in Mu Yuntao's shoes, he would probably understand the feeling of Zhou Yu being angered to death by Zhuge Liang – "Why was I born when Yu was also born!"
"So, you're sure you want us to deliver?"
Wu Yongping looked at Mu Yuntao again, a trace of pity in his tone.
Originally, this was an arrangement where the Mu family, in league with the Sam-nation's Star Shipbuilding Plant, intended to dismantle and carve up their Qinglu Group, taking a substantial bite out of this lucrative prize.
The Mu family acted as an intermediary for the Star Shipbuilding Plant. But who would have thought that Wang Yu would appear out of nowhere, completing an order that was deemed impossible? Now, the tables were turned, and they had to fulfill the contract and pay one hundred million Sam-nation dollars!
One hundred million! To directly hand over such a sum in exchange for a large batch of parts they never expected to produce!
Even with vast wealth, this would surely be a severe blow.
Furthermore, given the Sam-nation's... ahem! Their usual character and practices, they would take the benefits and leave the losses to others. In the end, the Mu family would have to bear everything!
"What? Scared?"
Mu Yuntao chuckled, glancing at Wu Yongping. He interpreted the strange look in Mu Yuntao's eyes as worry and helplessness.
"Actually, it's not too late to change your mind. As long as you marry that woman Wu Lingling and sincerely apologize, everything can be discussed."
Mu Yuntao said coldly, his gaze fixed on Wu Yongping as if he were looking at meat on a chopping block.
"Actually, it's not too late for you to change your mind," Wu Yongping muttered. However, seeing Mu Yuntao's demeanor, it was clear he wouldn't back down and was determined to take a big bite out of their group. He could only hope Mu Yuntao wouldn't break his teeth!
"Why are you being so wishy-washy?"
A bearded Sam-nation man beside Mu Yuntao spoke impatiently. "That's why I don't like dealing with you people from the Eastern Continent. Whether it's you or those island folks, you all chatter too much about inconsequential things.
You know, your behavior is like us watching two dogs fight, barking incessantly but never taking any real action. It's very irritating."
The bearded man's words, as harsh as his voice, made everyone present turn pale.
Both Wu Yongping and his Qinglu Group associates, as well as the Mu family members brought by Mu Yuntao, wore grim expressions.
Fighting like dogs!
Their discussions and gambits were seen as so pathetic and ineffective in the eyes of this man!
But then again, who was he to be so arrogant? He was a representative from the Star Shipbuilding Plant.
In this era, whether economically, industrially, or militarily, regardless of whether one admitted it or not, the Sam-nation was undeniably the world's strongest and number one. The Star Shipbuilding Plant held a crucial position within the Sam-nation, even participating in the manufacturing of aircraft carriers and battleships.
With such a powerful backing, their arrogance was understandable.
"Heh, Mr. Smith, please be patient! I will settle everything here shortly."
Mu Yuntao quickly said to the bearded man, his tone no longer as arrogant as when he spoke to Wu Yongping, but rather somewhat humble.
"I don't care if you can settle it! You monkeys from the East shouldn't waste my precious time. Complete the handover immediately and give me the money I'm owed!"
Mr. Smith, the bearded man, contemptuously dismissed Mu Yuntao. The Mu family, who commanded great influence in the Eastern Continent, was merely a group of monkeys squabbling in a small place in his eyes!
"I have no interest in watching your monkey show of infighting. It's only right to divide 90% of the profits to me as agreed, otherwise, you will bear the consequences yourselves!"
The arrogant Smith declared.
Ninety percent of the profits! Mu Yuntao was willing to give up so much!
Wu Yongping looked at Mu Yuntao in shock. Although he knew this fellow had paid a hefty price to enlist the Sam-nation's help, he hadn't expected such a humiliating concession!
"Hmph! What do you know? My future is not limited to the small Eastern Continent." Sensing Wu Yongping's gaze, Mu Yuntao guessed his thoughts. "What are mere immediate profits? I want to leverage this great ship of the Sam-nation to reach broader markets and the world!
Alright, no more nonsense. Hurry up and deliver according to the contract, or prepare to pay compensation.
Of course, if you don't have the cash, I can also accept your fixed assets as payment. I can take everything, including factories, land, equipment, labor, and so on."
A smug look appeared in the corner of Mu Yuntao's eyes. He knew that the Qinglu Group, in its current state, could not possibly come up with ten billion in compensation cash. However, their numerous production bases and fixed assets spread across twelve southern countries of the Eastern Continent were worth a lot, and he could use this opportunity to drive down the price and make a substantial profit!
Even though 90% had to be given to the Sam-nation scoundrel, the remaining profit was enough for the Mu family to get rich!
"Alright, then I choose to deliver. You can prepare for inspection."
Wu Yongping said calmly.
"That's excellent, I knew you would... what?"
Mu Yuntao hadn't fully processed the words. The smile on his face froze. "You said you completed the order?"
"That's right, we have completed it all, to your satisfaction. You can proceed with the inspection, and we have also prepared the payment according to the contract."
Wu Yongping stated directly, feeling a sense of profound relief and triumph.
Heaven was his witness, he had been talking nonsense with Mu Yuntao until this very moment, just to deliver these words!
"Completed? Absolutely impossible!"
Mu Yuntao shrieked excitedly, pointing at Wu Yongping.
"In just ten days, to complete an order that should have taken three months, this is a miracle that even the world-leading Sam-nation could not achieve. Are you still dreaming?"
"Heh, whether it's a dream or not, you'll know once you inspect it."
In contrast to Mu Yuntao's agitated state, Wu Yongping remained very calm.
"The Sam-nation couldn't do it, but that doesn't mean Wang Yu can't."