"My dear niece, you should have told me in advance. Since you're leading Goldman Sachs, we're family. What's there to talk about? How about this? Other people have offered more than 3 billion USD. With our relationship, I'll make the decision for 2.6 billion USD! As long as Goldman Sachs doesn't exceed the limit and doesn't raise more than 30 million shares, I'm fine with it. We're a family, don't be so polite … "
Liu Qin was on the verge of breaking down as she listened to Li Dong's incessant chatter.
Since when did I have an uncle?
When did I become a family with you?
Also, 2.6 billion USD? Do you really think I'm stupid?
Lastly, isn't this guy a legendary figure in Hua Xia's business world?
Why does he look like a chatterbox now? And he's so thick-skinned!
Liu Qin was speechless. But when she saw the MDs and translators whispering to each other and looking at her cautiously, Liu Qin suddenly woke up!
Li Dong, this fellow, really couldn't be underestimated!
His words, which seemed like nonsense to him, made the other people in the investment banks feel their hearts in their mouths.
Goldman Sachs was one of the top investment banks. Even though Goldman Sachs was hit hard by the financial crisis, it was still not comparable to other investment banks.
Even Lehman was not as strong as Goldman Sachs.
When Lehman went bankrupt, it was already insolvent and suffered heavy losses in the third quarter.
However, Goldman Sachs was still profitable in the third quarter. Although the profit had decreased, it was not too low. It was close to 1 billion USD.
Under such circumstances, no one dared to underestimate Goldman Sachs.
So far, the amount of financing this time was about 500 million USD. Even if it was higher, it would not exceed 700 million USD.
Together with IDG and Sequoia, who had been working together for a long time, if these three companies worked together, it would not be a problem to take down Weibo's second round of financing.
In an instant, Li Dong had made the MDs in the investment bank feel insecure.
Liu Qin was still thinking about this when she heard Li Dong laughing. "My dear niece, the reception is over. Don't leave in a hurry. I'll treat you tonight. Let's have dinner together. Doesn't your investment bank have a mission? It's simple. To others, it's troublesome, but to you, it's nothing. I'll give Boss Liu a call later, and we can chat for a bit. If you think 2.6 billion USD is not enough, 2.5 billion is not a problem. To me, a few hundred million is nothing. I just want to help my niece. "
Liu Qin was completely sober now. She smiled and said, "General Manager Li …"
"Still calling him General Manager Li? If you're too embarrassed to call me uncle, you can also call me Brother Dong. We're the older generation's friends. You can do as you please. "
"The older generation … the older generation …"
Liu Qin was confused again. Are you from the older generation?
Why did it feel so awkward coming from Li Dong's mouth? He wanted to kill someone, but he couldn't!
Liu Qin was about to cry. She was not such a weak person. She was really strong.
But now, she felt that she couldn't even say a thousand words.
Li Dong might not have any impression of the current Liu Qin.
But if he had paid more attention in his previous life, or if he was in the business world or the internet industry, he would have heard of Liu Qin.
The reason why Liu Qin could become famous was not just because of her family background. Perhaps part of it was due to some factors, but her own ability was not to be underestimated.
Liu Qin was still the executive director of Goldman Sachs in the Asia Pacific region. But a few years later, she became the CEO of Didi Taxi.
At Didi Taxi, Liu Qin created miracles again and again.
She helped Didi Taxi complete several rounds of financing, personally went to Apple's headquarters to visit Cook, and finally, Apple raised Didi Taxi to 1 billion USD. She also visited Jack Ma and other tycoons, and formed strategic partnerships with Ali Baba, Tencent, and Softbank. She broke the industry record by raising 4.5 billion USD.
She led the acquisition of Uber, appeared on the cover of Forbes Asia, and cooperated with many international tycoons.
All these had something to do with her identity.
But it wasn't just because of her identity. There were so many second-generation tycoons in the country, but how many of them could do this?
Liu Qin's ability was unquestionable, and Old Liu's upbringing was extraordinary.
But at this moment, no matter how strong she was, she couldn't use it!
Li Dong didn't play by the rules and instantly made Liu Qin Yun dizzy.
She had interacted with the tycoons in the country since she was young. A few years ago, before the rise of the internet, she had already interacted with some tycoons in traditional industries.
These people, whether they started from scratch or inherited the wealth of their ancestors.
No matter who it was, when Liu Qin interacted with them, they gave her the feeling that they were entrepreneurs.
Liu Qin had also interacted with rising stars like Ma Yun and other troublemakers in the business world.
But when everyone spoke to her, they were methodical and taught by example, without any hint of anger.
Only Li Dong, before she met him, felt that he was the same as everyone else.
Until now, Liu Qin suddenly realized that Li Dong was different!
She had heard of Li Dong many times, and even asked her father about his feelings towards Li Dong.
Liu Chuanzhi said the most to her, "It's hard to say!"
As for Li Dong, it was really hard to say. He was a combination of contradictions.
At first glance, he seemed to be joking around, but after interacting with him for a long time, many people would understand that Li Dong had a warm face but a dark heart. He was extremely ambitious and daring.
Of course, one had to say that his foresight was the best of the best.
He was also able to see the big picture. When you weren't paying attention, he had already completed his plan and made people follow his footsteps.
When Li Dong first established Far Away Mall, how many people paid attention?
But not long after, Li Dong completed his plan for O2O, promoting Internet Plus, combining traditional and virtual, allowing the internet to step on a new path.
Although Liu Chuanzhi and Li Dong had interacted a few times, it was really difficult to understand Li Dong.
In terms of strategy and tactics, Li Dong was a master-level figure.
But it just so happened that this guy was quite unpredictable at times. You didn't know if it was his true nature or if he was pretending, causing others to hesitate and not dare to provoke him.
Now, Liu Qin somewhat understood what her father meant by 'it's hard to say'.
For a moment, she also suspected if Li Dong was just joking around with her.
But thinking about it carefully, did Li Dong have to tease her?
But the reality was that Li Dong really did not seem to be scheming at all. He did not have any other thoughts, giving people a feeling that he was very playful, sincere, and funny.
Liu Qin was stunned for a long time. After a long time, she had no choice but to interrupt Li Dong. "Li … Brother Dong, we can eat anytime. Why don't we talk about the Weibo financing?"
Li Dong suddenly stopped and laughed. "This is not under my control. We are only talking about our personal relationship, not business. You can talk to Boss Yuan and Boss Liu later. I won't interfere. "
Liu Qin suddenly felt like cursing!
Not under your control?
Not under your control? Why did you say so much earlier?
Not under your control? How dare you say you are in charge? The financing is not a problem, and the price is negotiable!
Also, you're a dictator from afar. Who do you think you don't know? Is there anything you can't control?
Liu Qin rolled her eyes. She was speechless and helpless. This guy must be doing it on purpose!
Li Dong ignored her and laughed. "Of course, as long as the price is not outrageous, I can still say a few words.
2.5 billion USD is not considered high. It is at least much cheaper than Facebook.
Weibo has 200 million users. The international version has received a lot of good reviews. The European and American markets are crying wolf!
Twitter has been suppressed by us. In another two years, the number of Weibo users will definitely exceed the 500 million mark!
Users are the foundation of everything. Everyone understands this.
Far away, Weibo has industry support. The more PP and Mall users, the more Weibo users.
There is also Million Cartoon. When the mobile internet is launched, the internet financial industry will be launched. Everyone in Hua Xia will use Million Cartoon!
At that time, Weibo will be a part of Far away. Do I need to say more?
Not only Weibo, but Far Away Mall, Million Cartoon, and other industries will also be globalized.
All of you should know the benefits of industry support. I am not even an additional value.
If anyone dares to say that 2.5 billion USD is not worth it, I, Li Dong, will cut off my head and let you all kick it like a ball!
Of course, not everyone wants it. I, Li Dong, have money. What I care about is not money. If it is money, why would I need financing!
My goal is to globalize Weibo and promote the development of Hua Xia's internet industry together.
My strength alone is limited. That's why I organized this financing reception. I hope that international financial institutions can bring something different to the people from afar.
Just talking about money is like slapping me, Li Dong, in the face. Who doesn't know that I have more money than I can spend! "
Li Dong was speaking to Liu Qin at the beginning, but Li Dong was speaking to everyone at the end.
Many investment bank MDs and VCs were listening attentively. The translators hurriedly translated, afraid that they would miss out on any words.
…
At the periphery of the crowd.
Qian Jiajia said with admiration, "Tingting, did you hear that? This is the Li Dong I imagined. Hua Xia's richest man, the internet bigshot, the legendary Li Dong! While we are still excited about the amount of financing, he has already surpassed this realm. All he thinks about is promoting the development of the internet industry. He is going to globalize Hua Xia's internet industry. He is getting more and more powerful! "
Although Feng Tingting also felt a little emotional, she still couldn't help but say in a low voice, "It sounds quite exciting, but they keep talking about money here and there. The first thing they say is 2.5 billion USD, and the first thing they say is that they don't lack money … This … doesn't feel right."
Feng Tingting complained. It would be better if Li Dong did not talk about money. He could have just talked about the internet industry's complementarity and some big goals.
Then everyone would worship him even more!
However, this guy said that the premise of all this seemed to be for the financing of services.
He said that he does not lack money, but in fact, he wanted to tell everyone that this is all he has. 2.5 billion USD. Any less and Li Dong will fall out with him.
This haggling attitude didn't seem to match the big goal he was talking about.
Of course, Feng Tingting felt that she might be thinking too much.
Li Dong was not lying. He is the richest man in the world. He does not lack money. She might have misunderstood him.
…
At the same time.
Hu Xiaorui giggled and said, "Dad, look at Li Dong, then look at you. He dares to ask for 2.5 billion USD. After the financing, it will be more than 3 billion USD or 20 billion USD. Even if you work your whole life, you won't earn as much as a few sentences. I told you that he is the best. He is even better than you! "
Hu Ming's face darkened. He said unhappily, "He is good. He is thick-skinned and boastful!"
Even though he said that, Hu Ming still felt a little upset.
He did not deserve to die from anger!
If what his daughter said was true, Li Dong's Weibo alone would exceed his and Sun Yuehua's combined wealth in just a few sentences.
But this guy was just bragging. Would anyone really pay for it?
Hu Ming did not know much about the internet. Just as he was thinking about this, he heard someone beside him say in a low voice, "General Manager Li's demands are a little high. I think 2.2 billion USD is enough. 2.5 billion USD is a little high. "
"That's not necessarily true. Just as General Manager Li said, So far away, there is not only Weibo. There are also PP, Mall, Wan Tong, and many other top internet industries. Once they enter the international market and complement each other, 2.5 billion USD is worth it. "
"That's true. But let's wait and see …"
Everyone's whispers reached Hu Ming's ears, and his face was filled with dejection.
Damn it. This guy was just bragging, and someone was willing to pay for it!
This was just a domestic capital organization. The ones who were willing to invest in the internet industry were those international investment banks.
If even the people in the country thought so, it could be imagined that many people in the country were probably thinking the same thing.
That meant that the assets and wealth that Hu Ming was so proud of could not even compare to Li Dong's Weibo.
Hu Ming sighed. This bastard. People believed him just by saying a few words. No wonder his daughter was fooled.
These people were all international elites. Any one of them had an annual salary of a few million USD. Those with assets of over 100 million USD were a dime a dozen.
Even they were fooled, not to mention their daughter.
… …
There was a commotion in the banquet hall after Li Dong's speech.
Liu Hong was holding his speech in the crowd. After a while, he asked. "Director Yuan, do I still need to say it?"
He was supposed to go on stage to give a brief overview. It was a roadshow before the financing.
But now, was he really going on stage?
Was there a need for him to go on stage?
Li Dong had already said that it was worth 2.5 billion USD. If anyone said that it was not worth it, what else could he say?
Yuan Chengdao's face twitched. After a while, he said helplessly. "Just say a few words. It's better than nothing. Just talk about Weibo's prospects and profits. Don't talk about the rest. Also, don't talk about Twitter. Didn't you hear General Manager Li say that Twitter could not even raise its head? What's the point of talking about it?! "
Liu Hong laughed. Our international version had only been online for a few days. Only General Manager Li dares to brag about it.
If it was someone else who said this, they would have been flamed.
Liu Hong shook his head and looked at the speech script again. After a long time, he picked up the script. What else was there to look at? It was useless even if he looked at it. He just had to follow CEO Li's path and brag!
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