Chapter 1205 - 1202: Preliminary Agreement Reached
"Although it didn’t succeed, we established connections, and Zhongyi Tang even collaborated with you once. Do you think these are benefits?" Luofeng said, "This time, we facilitated a three-party cooperation. Regardless of which side, I’ve gained connections! For example, if this cooperation succeeds, Daxia can completely discard Australia’s iron ore. My Fengshun Investment is in Daxia. In this situation? Do you think it’s not beneficial to me?"
Galik understood Luofeng’s intentions and said, "I understand, Mr. Luo is far-sighted. When can we hold the three-party video conference?"
"How about now?" Luofeng replied.
"Good, I’ll wait for Mr. Luo’s notification!" Galik said.
"Mr. Galik, what is your email address? I’ll send you the video conference link!" Luofeng added.
"Okay, I’ll send it to you!" Galik replied.
After discussing with Galik, Luofeng immediately contacted King Philip.
Philip didn’t require convincing.
A simple notification was enough.
Under Shen Suansi’s arrangement, a secure and confidential video call environment was established.
Luofeng entered the video conference room first, and Philip followed quickly.
Galik was more cautious; he first had their cybersecurity department confirm the safety of the video conference link before entering the room.
"Good afternoon, Mr. Galik!" Luofeng greeted proactively, "Let me introduce, this is King Philip!"
The two immediately exchanged greetings as well.
This was done in English.
But Luofeng remembered an important matter.
Although everyone can use English to communicate, it wouldn’t be as precise for many issues.
A professional translator is needed.
To perfectly express and convey the meaning.
Ten minutes later, all three parties prepared their translators.
The video conference resumed.
The words Luofeng spoke could be precisely explained to the other two via translation into Spanish and Russian by the interpreters.
Similarly, the other two did the same.
This made things more precise.
This video conference was mainly preliminary exchanges between Philip and Galik, including discussions on the iron ore development sites, investment amounts, share proportions, and profit distribution.
All needed preliminary discussion.
These matters were unrelated to Luofeng.
Luofeng’s only requirement was that the ultimate cost of Tsarist Russia’s iron ore arriving at Daxia should not exceed that of Australia’s.
Because Tsarist Russia’s iron ore is of lower grade than Australia’s, naturally resulting in slightly higher steelmaking costs.
Therefore, Luofeng demanded that the overall cost should not exceed Australia’s.
Otherwise, why choose Tsarist Russia and not continue collaborating with Australia?
Regarding Luofeng’s requirement, both Philip and Galik unanimously agreed, after all, it was the foundation of the collaboration.
If I don’t gain any profit, why even cooperate?
After discussion, Galik and Philip reached a preliminary agreement. Galik summarized, saying, "Your Majesty, I plan to personally lead a team to Spain. How will you arrange your negotiation team?"
Galik subtly hinted at whether King Philip could be the decision-maker.
Actually, Philip couldn’t make decisions independently.
However, matters beneficial to Spain could be easily promoted by Philip. He said, "We will also arrange our staff from the Department of Natural Resources and Ecology to connect with you and organize a development team to discuss iron ore development comprehensively."
"In that case, can we arrange it for two days later?" Galik asked.
"No problem!" Philip nodded.
Galik inquired Luofeng, "Will Mr. Luo join our negotiations?"
"Two days later? We’ll see. I plan to return to Daxia on July 8th!" Luofeng said.
"That’s too bad!" Galik said.
"Yes, if Mr. Luo participates, I believe the negotiations will be smoother!" Philip echoed.
Luofeng smiled and said, "Thank you, Your Majesty, for the recognition, but whether I participate or not, it’s the same. I’ll try to attend!"
"Good, we look forward to Mr. Luo’s participation!" Philip said.
After the three finished conversing, they left the video conference platform.
Philip immediately began contacting the official units involved in the cooperation to assess and judge the partnership.
Galik then evaluated the cooperation independently.
If successful, it would be very beneficial for Tsarist Russia, as extraction-intensive jobs like mining would provide many work opportunities for the country.
In addition, the profits from selling iron ore would greatly alleviate Tsarist Russia’s economic situation.
...
Deep in the night in Daxia Capital City, Huang Qiyang was still going through the intelligence information from Li Han.
"Luofeng, what exactly are you planning?" Huang Qiyang rubbed his temples and said.
"Why choose the cabbage?" Huang Qiyang couldn’t grasp Luofeng’s intentions.
Based on Li Han’s information and his own analysis, Huang Qiyang confirmed with certainty that Luofeng was deeply involved behind the scenes in matters concerning the cabbage official.
From intelligence analysis, Huang Qiyang suspected Luofeng seemed to be involved in the election for the Chief Prime Minister of the cabbage.
Though Luofeng cannot orchestrate such events, it doesn’t mean he can’t interfere.
There’s a saying in official circles that goes, "Make sugar sweet, make vinegar sour."
It means promises may not be fulfilled, but sabotaging them is twofold.
"Could this guy be...." Huang Qiyang thought of a possibility.
The situation with the cabbage is quite unusual.
He vaguely thought of the possible intentions of Luofeng.
As this idea was forming, Huang Qiyang’s phone rang; it was Luofeng calling.
Huang Qiyang’s expression changed slightly, but he answered the call, "Is there something you need?"
"Still not asleep?" Luofeng asked.
"Even if I were, you’ve woken me up now, haven’t you?" Huang Qiyang complained.
Luofeng casually said, "I have some good news to share with you!"
"Tell me the news first. Whether it’s good news, I’m skeptical!" Huang Qiyang replied.
"Brother, are you too paranoid? What evil intentions could I have?" Luofeng said.
Does Luofeng have no evil intentions?
Huang Qiyang didn’t bother to argue.
"Let’s hear the so-called good news first!" Huang Qiyang said.
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