Chapter 27 Not a Companion (1)
When he returned to the office, Sure enough, Shi Chuan Chengzhi stood under the bright light, admiring the book samples in his bookcase. When he heard footsteps, he turned around and bowed first: "Good evening! Come and disturb me late at night, I'm sorry!"
"Where, please sit down." Ai Fei walked to the back of the desk and sat down: "Miss Lianzi?"
"Hi Yi!" Reiko Kato followed him and walked into the office, and stepped forward after hearing this.
"Pour a cup of coffee for me and Shituanjun." He suddenly remembered something: "Oh, Miss Reiko?"
"Yes! What else are there to tell me?"
"Just... I was so rude just now. Please forgive me!" As he said that, he stood up and bowed to the girl in front of him.
Reiko Kato waved her hand in a panic: "Ah, no! This is all my fault. I am stupid and can't be like Senior Arimiya..."
"Forget it!" Ai Fei smiled: "Stop saying such things. Go and prepare coffee for us."
"Hi Yi!" Reiko Kato was so happy that she almost screamed.
Looking at the scene in front of him, Shituo Seichi was stunned: As the company's top leader, do you want to apologize to his secretary? In Japan in the 1950s, there were female secretary like Arimiya Iko and Kato Reiko, but not many people. Moreover, whether at home or at work, female secretary was always called by men, and there was almost no respect. Seeing the apology scene just now, he even thought Ai Fei was deliberately performing in front of him, but seeing his natural description, it seemed that he was already familiar with such an apology. This perception immediately made him feel contemptuous of the young man in front of him.
In a daze, I heard the man opposite him speak: "Shi Chuanjun? Is there anything wrong with coming so late?"
"Ah! Yes." Shituzuma Seiji retracted his mind and bowed on the sofa: "This time, the first thing he took to the door was to make this afternoon's venue. Ai Feijun was able to stand up and speak out for the harm and insults suffered by Yamato Company without being moved by each other's position. I was entrusted by Yamato Construction Company President Matsushita Yuyajun, who came to express my true gratitude to you!"
"Where?" Ai Fei waved his hand without taking it seriously: "In my opinion, this matter is less than ten-tree Junte's thanks for coming. It's just a ridiculous remark made with emotion. Moreover, I always believe that even if there is a situation of fighting each other in the business world, we can also try our best to win with each other and use the means that they think are appropriate and effective. But no matter what, we should not use such language to hurt and make fun of others."
Shi Chuan Chengzhi smiled slightly: "The second thing is, I don't know if Ai Feijun has any further plans for tomorrow's briefing?"
"Eh?" Ai Fei immediately became alert. He knew that Shi Chuan Chengzhi's arrival would not be as simple as he said, but he asked what he did?
The latter saw his doubts: "Please forgive me, Ai Feijun. As you said, in the business world, each of them uses the means they think are suitable and effective to obtain the final victory. This is the unchanging truth and rule in the business world. Of course, the final result may not be as smooth as the original idea for some reason..."
He smiled bitterly, making his thin cheeks look even more ugly: "...Yawa Company's complete defeat this time, as you said, was the result of the other party's tricks that were beyond our expectations."
"... However, neither the president of our company nor the person in charge of the final defeat this time cannot agree with the behavior of Kawasaki Company, which intends to win out of thin air without consuming any resources."
When Ai Fei heard this, he finally continued: "I understand the feelings of your company's president and colleagues. But, does this have anything to do with me?"
"Hey! It's about to be said." Shi Chuan Chengzhi took a few breaths: "Ai Jun, if I proposed to cooperate with your company on behalf of the company, would you agree?"
"Eh?" Ai Fei was stunned. It was not until Reiko Kato walked in and put two cups of coffee in front of each person that he woke up: "What did you say? Sorry, I didn't hear it clearly."
"I mean, I was commissioned by President Panasonic and came here at such a time just to discuss the possibility of cooperation between us."
This time Ai Fei heard it clearly: "But... why? Why is your company... sorry! I was wrong. Is Yamato thinking about working with me?"
"It's very simple. This time, due to time and the sudden impact of..., Yamato has completely lost the opportunity to compete for the next round. It can even be said that we suffered a huge defeat! The colleagues of the company, including me, all believe that this unexpected defeat can only be obtained again..."
His sentences were a bit messy: "Ai Jun, all Japanese companies entering the second round, only you and the Ai Company you manage have a chance to compete. So, we hope to cooperate with you and defeat them together... No, please allow me to correct them. Although this is very rude, please defeat Kawasaki Company."
Ai Fei nodded in understanding: "I understand what you mean. Tokun, for me, defeating Kawasaki Company is also a wish of me. But please forgive my rudeness. What does this have to do with our cooperation?"
"Hi Yi!" Since Shi Chuan Chengzhi dared to come here to make this seemingly impossible proposal, he had a long time ago: "Please allow me to explain the reason to you. First of all, even if Ai Jun's company can propose a more sufficient material than the last copy in less than 24 hours. Oh, please forgive me for being rude. When I was waiting just now, I accidentally heard you speak. I have to admit that such a book that exceeds the design and construction of the airport construction project itself will greatly exceed the expected funding. I do not think this kind of excess is allowed by the government. Therefore, in terms of financing and loans, our company believes that if we join forces, we can pay."
"...The second is the preparation of information copywriting. Although you can also come up with a brand new copywriting, in less than 24 hours of preparation period, can you finally come up with a final draft? The lack of manpower and the urgency of time will be a factor that hinders you."
"...Thirdly, even if your company can come up with the corresponding copy and a brand new plan, and can enter the third round, that is, the last round of competition, with experience of only one year of history and less than three-level construction proof, I think this will be an excuse for your opponent to attack your company with all his strength. And it is also an excuse that you cannot answer. The public's suspicion, even if it is very small, will be greatly amplified and become an insurmountable barrier and ice for you. And this can also be solved by cooperation with Yamato."
"...The third, that is, the most important point, comes from the government's help. I believe you also know that the Deputy Governor of the Ministry of Construction, Shiro Inoue, has always been the sponsor of our company. Just like Iris is the sponsor of Aishi Company. If we join forces, we can form a strong alliance in the Ministry of Construction, and provide government guarantees for the final victory."
Ai Fei picked up the spoon and slowly stirred the fragrant coffee. He waited until he finished speaking, and then he picked up the coffee and drank it all: "A very wonderful statement. Shi Chuanjun is indeed a very wonderful statement. However, I don't understand at all. When choosing a large construction company with a long experience and history, when choosing possible partners, why not choose American companies that have not been explained yet, but choose a small company like mine?"
Shi Chuan Chengzhi looked at him in amazement, as if he was looking at an alien. He felt a little embarrassed: "What's wrong? Did I say something wrong? Miss Renzi, why are you looking at me like this?"
Ai Fei’s ability to raise such a question only shows that he is not a pure Japanese and does not understand the Japanese’s perception of Americans. As mentioned earlier, while the Japanese thanked the Americans for their support and help, they were full of disgust and hatred for this master from the West! This emotion exists in the hearts of almost all Japanese people. It can be seen from the fact that the government departments are unwilling to let Americans intervene in this bidding and dare not stop them from entering the bidding.
Iris Shinichiro did not explain such an inside story to him, but because he treated him as a compatriot who had the same feelings as him - did he need to know him specifically about such a problem? That's why he made such a proposal that seemed extremely ridiculous to the two of them! If Shimoshi Shi and Matsushi Masashi were so arrogant that they would cooperate with the Americans, they would probably even collapse in minutes!
Shi Chuan Chengzhi was stunned for a while, and stood up with a wry smile: "If this is the case, Ai Jun, please forgive my presumptuousness. I should say goodbye."
"Wait!" Ai Fei guessed the reason about it, and stood up a little embarrassedly: "Shi Chuanjun, maybe I'm thinking about this matter."
“Eh?”
“I mean, if we are going to work together, what kind of help do you think your company can provide to me and my company?”
Shi Chuan Chengzhi really didn't understand: Who is he? He didn't answer again, and pondered for a moment: "Uh... If our cooperation can officially start, our company is willing to provide any possible help to Ai Jun. But..."
His eyes turned around a few times: "Our company requires that we obtain the construction and construction rights of the airport's outer roads planned in your plan."
"Well, the requirements are quite specific, but the conditions are very vague!"
Shi Chuan Chengzhi blushed: "For more specific conditions, I need to ask the President for instructions before I can reply to you!"
"So OK." Ai Fei stood up: "Ten Chuanjun, I am very grateful to your company for the olive branch. Believe me, I also hope to cooperate with an experienced and capable company like Yamato. But please wait..."
He looked at his watch: "It's 10:20 p.m. It's time now. If your company can't come up with cooperation conditions that can make me feel satisfied by the early morning tomorrow, I can only say with regret that our cooperation will not continue."
Shi Chuan Chengzhi blinked in confusion: "The conditions that can make you feel satisfied? Ai Jun..."
Ai Fei laughed: "The specific thing depends on your company's sincerity! Then, please allow my secretary and lady to send you out. I will lose my companion first."
"Eh?" Under the gaze of Tokuno Seiji, Reiko Kato came over: "Please go here."
What is this? Is it a deportation order? Shi Chuan Chengzhi felt extremely unhappy. However, he also knew that the form was better than that of others. At this time, he was afraid that he had no intention of having to bargain with the other party. He might as well go back and listen to the president's opinion before making a decision? "Okay, please allow me to say goodbye!"
When we returned to the conference room, Taro Aizu and Shinoko Ai were sitting on a chair and napping. It was obvious that the couple had been worried about him for a day and were a little tired. Fortunately, it was mid-August now, and the weather was very hot. Don’t worry that they would get sick.
Concerned that the two of them were resting, Nishio Yuyu and others took their pace as lightly as possible, as if they were afraid of waking them up: "Mr. President?"
After sending Shi Chuan Chengzhi away, Ai Fei was in a clear mood: "How is it? Are there any new progress?"
"Hey! All the information you need is ready. However, because we want to expand the scope of this time, we may not have enough time to prepare!"
"Get the map."
"Hi Yi!" Ai Fei opened the Tokyo map on the huge conference table. He lay on it and searched. Soon, he found the location of Haneda Airport at the mouth of the Tamolen River. Then he searched on the map. The road from Ota District (the airport location) to the city was winding and stretched. It seemed that there was no trace of a road that could be accessed by a large road. He took a pen and drew a crooked slash with the location of the palace: "This is the goal we will achieve in the end! Build a highway from the center of the city to the airport!"
Yuyu Nishio was shocked: "Mr. President, if this is the case, the cost of the project will be too high! We can't afford it."
"I know, so I didn't think I would pay for it myself." Ai Fei smiled and hugged his shoulders: "This suggestion is something that politicians cannot refuse."
“Eh?”
Ai Fei turned around and glanced at the surroundings: "Have you ever thought about it? In addition to ensuring the smoothness and convenience of travelers in speed, how much significance will it be to improve the overall image of the city and the style of the country? Let everyone see that it is entirely constructed and built by the Japanese themselves. Without the help of the Americans, we can also complete such a great project? Everyone, such political significance and the centripetal force brought by the people cannot be bought even if we spend money!"
"But... Mr. President, can such a project be achieved by our own abilities?"
Chapter completed!