Star Railway: The Pioneer's Journey

Chapter 293 A Three-Way Standoff?

Emerald and Toppa were ready for their next move, and Toppa went to greet their guests first.

Yun Zhi and Old Emperor did not have to wait long.

Jade returned quickly.

"I'm sorry to have kept you waiting, Your Excellency, Mr. Audi. Our meeting can continue now."

Jade's smile was still as alluring as ever, but now, Yunzhi seemed to see a hissing venomous snake.

She was watching old Audrey intently, waiting for the right opportunity to strike—to deliver a fatal blow.

"Hehehe, you've already come up with a plan so quickly? Where are Lady Emerald... Lady Topa?"

Emerald smiled and replied, "She has other tasks. You'll see her in a bit. The conversation can continue, just you and me."

He was still smiling.

But the sharpness in his eyes had almost transformed into longswords, raining down on old Emperor Auer.

Old Aude dared not be careless about this: "Is it my perception? Madam, your tone of voice is very different from before."

Jade replied, "One must set a good example for the younger generation. In negotiations, speaking without thinking is not a good habit, is it?"

Simply put, when Toppa was around, she could put on an act a little, but now that Toppa isn't here, let's be more decisive and deal with it quickly.

Otherwise, Pinocchio might really change its name to Yun when we're negotiating.

Don't be fooled by the fact that Yunzhi has only acquired about 10% of the shares. What can the company do if he suddenly feels that it's not enough?

At that point, there will be no other way but to find a way to squeeze the "family" out.

But the market development department is still keeping an eye on things; how could they possibly let the strategic investment department successfully take back Pinocchio? Besides, the cost would be far too high.

Therefore, Emerald is now showing its sharp edge and has pointed out the flaws in the old Audemars Pierre de Lafayette's "listing plan" without hesitation.

—The company controls the world's largest advertising platform. If Old Audi really dares to go public, countless people will receive a message: Pinocone's protection of dreams has failed, and dying in a dream may lead to permanent brain death.

When it comes to matters of life and death, this is the Achilles' heel.

After people turned their attention to Pinocchio, the company had countless ways to devalue Alfalfa Coin to nothing.

It's cruel, but it's reality.

Old Emperor was well aware of this, after all, he was also a shrewd businessman.

Jade further proposed that as long as Audi abandoned its listing plan, the company would promise never to harm the interests of him and the other family heads.

Upon hearing this, Yunzhi's eyes lit up, and she looked at Emerald with a smile.

Jade blinked gently.

—Led by old Austrian Emperor?

What? Pinocchio changed dream owners so quickly?

Yun didn't say it aloud, but the three of them already understood the unspoken meaning behind Fei Cui's words.

Finally, Emerald explained that the company also needed allies in Asdna, so they were willing to help Pinocchio "finance"—they would buy a 35% stake.

Old Emperor still had doubts about this:

"35%? Who can guarantee your appetite won't keep growing?"

"Hehe, of course there's no one. It's all about self-awareness and respect, isn't it? Like right now, True Lord, we're at the same negotiating table, but what have you done, True Lord?"

Emerald boldly turned her gaze to Yunzhi.

Yun shrugged: "It's obvious—you all know I'm not the type to stir up trouble or take advantage of others, but I've already sat down at the table, do you expect me to wait for your charity?"

Old Emperor: ...You used the wrong word. Who would dare to give you alms?

Jade: ...That's a bit scary, it's better not to respond.

Yun Zhi looked at the two people in front of him with somewhat unpredictable expressions and smiled:

"Children, you are not young anymore. You should understand that in a negotiation between two people, there is still a chance to find a balance. Perhaps no one dares to break this illusion first. But in a negotiation between three people, war has already begun."

"As Ms. Emerald said, everything depends on self-awareness and respect. I respect the length of time Pinocchio has been operating here, so I won't ask for too much—the rest is up to you to be self-aware."

Yun clapped her hands, tilted her head, and laughed heartily.

Jade: ...You're not even going to act anymore, right?

The beautiful woman sighed inwardly.

"You're joking. This is a benefit you're entitled to; how can it be described as 'self-awareness'?"

Emerald closed her eyes briefly: "As planned, after this round of financing, the company will hold 35% of Pinocone's shares. Then, the company will transfer 10% of those shares to Jingfeng Baiyu Zhenjun as a token of our gratitude for your contributions to the peace and development of the universe."

Old Auerty raised his eyebrows:

"10%, wow, that's a big spender."

They also gifted Yunzhi 10%, but Pinoconi's equity stake was extremely high, so this was already a significant loss for them. The company's gift—

As the person closest to the Star God, even the company can only bleed properly in front of Yun Zhi.

However, if that's the case, then there would indeed be someone who could check and balance the company.

Yunzhi smiled with satisfaction:

"Thank you. We'll have many more opportunities to collaborate in the future, but for now, I won't keep you both waiting."

Yun Zhi stood up and casually waved his hand: "Please, both of you. I have other matters to attend to, so please excuse me."

Grab the item and run—it's thrilling.

As Yun left in a cheerful mood, she happened to see Himeko talking to Topa at the door.

Seeing that the two ladies were having a pleasant conversation, Yunzhi did not go forward to disturb them. He nodded to Himeko and left first.

There are many interesting places on this ship, the "Huichangshi". Let's go and explore those places first.

—Hmm...I have a feeling something big is going to happen.

Anyway, with Lan here, nothing too serious will be a problem.

Yun Zhixiao easily forgot her bad premonition and went to find Lan with light steps.

So, in a corner that no one cares about—

"—Aha!"