"Additional special requirements?"
Everyone was taken aback by Wang Yu's words.
Normally, people would be thrilled to attract investment and would agree to almost any terms. Yet, here he was, acting the opposite.
Was he afraid of scaring them away?
Lin Chunfeng muttered to himself, but then he recalled that this guy indeed didn't seem to be worried at all.
No, this wouldn't do!
For the sake of our county and the entire province's economy and employment, for GDP and domestic consumption, for tax revenue...
In short, for all these reasons, Wang Yu, you must hold firm!
No matter what kind of investment it is, just accept it!
Although anxious, Wang Yu seemed oblivious to Lin Chunfeng's thoughts.
Or perhaps, even if he noticed, he had no intention of lowering his standards.
He remained composed, as if nothing were amiss.
This wouldn't do! How could he be so selective?
We need to solve the existing problems first, then the desirable ones!
Lin Chunfeng was anxious, repeatedly signaling to Wang Yu and then to Secretary Yang.
Nonsense!
Do you think I don't know all this? If this rascal Wang Yu were easily swayed, he wouldn't have gotten this far.
As an old fox—no, an experienced elder—Secretary Yang understood the meaning behind Lin Chunfeng's gaze, but what could he do?
Was he supposed to tell them that Wang Yu was quite independent and wouldn't be easily led by the nose?
So, Secretary Yang simply pretended not to see Lin Chunfeng's signals and stood behind Wang Yu.
"Little Wang, you see, it's not easy for these international friends to travel such a long way. Why don't you just state your requirements directly? We're all in business; it's a matter of give and take. If you're willing to buy, and I'm willing to sell, then it's a deal, isn't it?"
Wang Yu understood Secretary Yang's words, which, while seemingly trying to smooth things over, were filled with veiled suggestions.
"Since Secretary Yang has said so, I'll be direct and not beat around the bush."
Wang Yu spoke plainly,
"My requirement is simple: all orders from the Sam nation will have a thirty percent price increase."
A thirty percent price increase?
Wang Yu's words immediately ignited an uproar among those present.
"Are you crazy? Are you crazy?"
Mr. Jeter leaped to his feet. Not only him, but the other Sam nation members around him were in an uproar, each voicing their complaints.
Some even resorted to profanity. Although they were mostly speaking English with various accents and slang, certain F-starting common words were easily recognizable.
Wang Yu was not surprised to see the Sam nation members, who had initially appeared as elegant gentlemen radiating an air of superiority, suddenly transform into market hawkers arguing and cursing.
Their so-called elegance was merely a facade, revealed only when their fundamental interests were threatened.
Now that profit was involved, the ugliest side of these big capitalists was exposed!
"Are you kidding me? It's already a great honor for us to come to you for cooperation. And you dare to haggle?"
Mr. Jeter glared at Wang Yu, furious,
"Do you believe that just one word from any of us here could shut down your little factory?"
"I don't believe it!"
Wang Yu was unfazed,
"If you can shut me down, then go ahead! As for this technology, you can have it or not!"
Wang Yu sneered at the Sam nation members before him.
"Of course, you can choose not to have it, but I'll remind you that your competitors, those large companies from the West Continent, are already making their moves!"
Wang Yu's words sent a chill down the spines of the Sam nation members.
It was indeed true! Otherwise, they wouldn't have traveled all this way to this small county town.
An industrialized nation, a manufacturing powerhouse.
The industrial manufacturing system was the foundation of a nation's strength and the source of Sam nation's world-leading status!
Just like in later generations, more people were involved in the internet, finance, and real estate. These were indeed quick ways to make money, but their impact on a nation's strength was minimal.
Therefore, while manufacturing companies might not be as popular or valued in their own country, in Sam nation, and in the West Continent, these manufacturing companies, and even those from the islands, were all backed by powerful figures and held immense importance.
Even if Wang Yu's terms were outrageous, they had to reluctantly accept them, or they would fall behind their competitors.
The consequence would be that large companies from the West Continent would rise to prominence, shaking their market share and profits, and also impacting Sam nation's top position in the world!
"You..." Mr. Jeter naturally knew this. After his initial rage subsided, he quickly caught his breath and, regaining his composure, spoke to Wang Yu.
"Mr. Wang Yu, may I ask why you have such a requirement? A thirty percent price increase is a considerable sum!
What the West Continent can offer you, we can offer you more and better!"
Hearing Mr. Jeter's question, Wang Yu replied nonchalantly,
"Oh? The reason? Perhaps I simply dislike your Sam nation?"
What?
Hearing Wang Yu's words, the Sam nation members almost spat out their teeth in anger.
What do you mean, "dislike"?
Could there be a more perfunctory reason?
"Wang Yu!"
Mr. Jeter took a deep breath, suppressing his anger, and said,
"Don't use such childish excuses and jokes. Just tell us what you really want.
I don't believe that someone who has achieved what you have would do something meaningless!
Tell us, what is it you truly desire? Advanced equipment? Or capital investment? Investment in building factories, or perhaps letting us take equity?
Or, perhaps, a green card from our Sam nation is also an option. Whatever you ask for, it's not a problem!"
With each word Mr. Jeter spoke, Park Shusheng and the surrounding metallurgy plant members breathed heavier.
These conditions would make them incredibly envious!
Even the Sanjing conglomerate didn't receive such favorable terms!
What right does he, Wang Yu, have? Who does he think he is?
Damn it, these conditions would have been great for us! We promise not to be picky!
However, Wang Yu paid no attention to the onlookers' sentiments, merely curling his lips slightly.
"Conditions? I really don't have any. This isn't an excuse; I simply dislike you, that's all!
Since that's the case... then let's change the requirement!"