There are some things in this world that cannot be done or explained.
There are many places that want to get investment from Rhône-Poulenc, and everyone is trying their best to fight for it. Various means may be involved, some are legal, some are illegal, and some are in between.
Of course, it can be said that it is legal. In the other two situations, it is not impossible to do it, but it is not appropriate to say it. For example, if you want to win over the other party through beauty or gifts, who would be stupid enough to say it?
Things like activities among the company's top executives are things that should not be spoken out. Not only did the people from Tianya Province say it carelessly, but they also did it in front of the three giants. Doesn't this mean that you three are here?
China, doesn’t make any sense?
Not only Andois was angry, but Edward was also angry. He said in his heart that I am leaning toward you Tianya because you have reasons worthy of my leaning. What does "working to the board of directors" mean?
Claudia was even more angry. Those two are from the company's headquarters. Young man, you dare to say that their trip was in vain. Then wouldn't I, as an investment consultant, become a vase in a vase? Young man, don't be so arrogant.
OK?
The investment consultant was originally very fond of meeting Chen Taizhong, and even had some undue fondness for him. Once this person likes someone, he will like him no matter what. Ordinarily, Chen Taizhong would bring Catherine here today in exchange for someone with ideas.
People will inevitably wonder, is this a hint?
However, Claudia didn't think so, because she knew yesterday that Catherine was a small shareholder of a certain company. So today Chen brought her here. It was nothing more than an introduction. There is nothing more normal than this in the world.
?
So, she glanced at the translator next to her and spoke without mercy, "Did you hear what Vice President Andois said? Please rephrase what he said."
However, at this time, everyone knows that there is no need to translate,
Director Ren was still a bit quick-witted. When the translator was halfway through his words, he interrupted with a smile, "We were just joking, we really didn't mean anything else."
He actually said this in French. Chen Taizhong couldn't help but feel a little admiration. Not only did this guy speak English fluently, but his French pronunciation was also very standard. It really didn't look like he got into the government just by patting him on the back.
There are really too many talents inside.
But soon, he realized another problem. The old saying is true. If this line is wrong, the more knowledge you have, the more reactionary you will be. Director Ren guessed that Director Chen did not understand French, so he actually did the following
explain.
"My colleague and competitor said that he could find the French president to help intercede. I said that I could find the board of directors. Everyone was joking. "Yes, it's just a joke."
What this guy said was too vicious. According to what he said, it was Chen Taizhong who was bragging first and then he fought back angrily. However, this was just his presentation skills and hints. Yes, if Chen Taizhong was
If you want to argue, you really can't. Anyone who understands French can tell that Director Ren didn't even mention who started bragging.
However, everyone understood the meaning behind his words.
Of course, Director Ren's behavior can only be called a little trick. Those who should understand understand it in their hearts. Those who don't understand, it doesn't matter whether they understand or not. Unfortunately, this is another thing that can be thought but inappropriate to say.
The problem.
"He's right. At least in the board of directors, I tend to favor Tianya." Edward smiled and shrugged. Not only was this man short, he was also rather ugly in appearance. He looked a bit like the French conductor in "Escape from the Tiger's Mouth".
Quite a sense of comedy.
His tendency has long been obvious, so after the initial surprise, he once again made it clear that his point of view was not for Tianya, but for his face. Gallic roosters are usually more ambitious than others, but an individual's sense of honor is still
Quite strong.
However, he was obviously not the one who would go all the way to the end. Although he looked a little dull, his words also had the quick wit of Louis de Finèse. The next moment, he pointed at Chen Taizhong and spoke with a smile.
"However, if this gentleman can get the president to intercede, then I will say, go to his board of directors, I support you, because I am a citizen of the Fifth French Republic first, and Ronaplan second.
Ke’s director.”
When he said this, the smell of gunpowder in the scene immediately decreased a lot. Chen Taizhong also secretly admired him and said to himself that such capable people can be found everywhere. The parents must be a bit wretched. However, this adaptability can be regarded as easy.
.
"Mr. Edward, I didn't say that." Chen Taizhong stood up and replied with a smile, even in French. "I just said that if someone succeeds in the work of the board of directors, even if I know the French president, I will stay away and respect the board of directors."
Decision, I won’t even go through the motions.”
When Ren Husheng heard that he could speak French, his face was a little embarrassed. When he said the next words, Director Ren, even if he had the government, couldn't help but twitch the corners of his mouth: I have seen something that can be said, but I have never seen it.
You are so eloquent. I just vaguely understood the concept and tried to mislead others. How could you be so blatant and talk nonsense?
Huh? As soon as these words came out, Edward's face became a little confused. When Klaus saw this, she calmly explained softly, "This is Director Chen of Tiannan Province. Maybe he really knows our president."
"
This is also a matter of speaking. The French president is different from China’s No. 1. There are many more opportunities to contact the people and create a people-friendly image. But having said that, it is one thing whether you know the president or not. Please do not touch him.
Speaking for help is another question. Of course, the female investment consultant must have her own purpose in speaking like this.
Director Chen of Tiannan Province? Ren Husheng wanted to jump out again. Ya is the director of a municipal agency, not a provincial one! However, it is obvious that he cannot be naive and impulsive to this point, and he can't even glance at it with the corner of his eye.
The bureau chief, seeing that the bureau chief was all smiles and didn't seem to care at all, all he could do was grit his teeth and complain.
"Oh? Director Chen often goes to France?" Edward glanced at the young man who just spoke. With the support of the board of directors, he doesn't have to buy Andois' account. This is also determined by the nature of the position of executive director, but for the same
Claudia, who has a board of directors background, is much more polite. After all, everyone comes to China to do business, not to talk nonsense.
"I often go to France." Chen Taizhong smiled and nodded. "French friends also entertained me very warmly. I learned French in France."
"I can hear that your pronunciation is very good." Edward smiled and nodded. Of course, this meant that the Chen family was not good at grammar, or was he praising that the people they met in France were all high-class people, and they did not speak fluent French. Then
It's unknown.
There were all big shots present, and the atmosphere was adjusted intentionally or unintentionally, but obviously, Vice President Andoua was not interested in these two Yaoya people, and his politeness was light. Unlike with Chen Taizhong
, the smile on his face is very bright.
The meeting lasted for forty minutes, one for each party. From this point of view, Rhône-Poulenc treated both parties equally. However, it is hard to say whether this is actually the case.
At the very least, Edward knew that he was very annoyed with the two people from Tianya Province, so after the two groups left, he had to ask strangely. "Claudia, why did you agree to that Catherine's invitation to go?"
How about dinner at her villa?”
If he had encountered a similar situation on a normal day, he would have started to protest a long time ago. If he dealt closely with the other party in business negotiations, it would most likely affect the company and hinder the company from achieving its goal of maximizing profits. However, right now, he could only do this.
asked.
"The shares held by this woman were transferred by the Kennedy family." Claudia answered him calmly, "Edward, if I were you, I would find out about her relationship with the Kennedy family."
"Oh, that's a good suggestion." Edward smiled and nodded, putting aside the tangle he just had. Among the three giants, he was the only one who had such convenient conditions, neither Claudia nor Andois.
Seeing him leaving, Vice President Andoua frowned and snorted, "Why would Edward fall in love with Tianya? If all the officials in Tianya Province have the quality of those two, I will have to worry about the company's investment."
"I will never agree to choose Tianya," Claudia said categorically. "My investment experience tells me that the return on investment in Chen is much higher than that of others."
Andois had already learned about this old woman's character, but he didn't care. He pondered for a moment and asked doubtfully, "These two groups of people are together, why are there no people from the company next to them?"
No matter where Rhone-Poulenc plans to open a company, it will have a cooperative relationship with the local government. It can open up its mouth in terms of conditions and press forward step by step in terms of details. However, in terms of etiquette, it must still maintain an image.
At least it must match the company's international status.
When an official from a certain local government comes, it's not a big mistake to ignore it occasionally. But when two governments come, there is no one to accompany them. That's very inappropriate. Putting aside the proper etiquette, you have to
Consider the possibility that these two families may form an offensive and defensive alliance in order to reduce losses or extract more profits? No matter what the situation is, there must be someone watching over it, right?
Claudia was not very familiar with this, so she was slightly stunned when she heard this. You shouldn't ask me about the internal management of your company, right? She was stunned, but unexpectedly the door was pushed open, and Edward walked in with a smile.
, "Claudia, I have decided that I will accompany you to the banquet tonight."
, a guest who can’t make mistakes
Facing Edward's invitation, Claudia shook her head without thinking, "No, Andois has agreed to go with us. I won't be lonely."
However, as the words came out, she seemed to feel that it was a little inappropriate, so she couldn't help but add, "Katherine invited you anyway, and you didn't refuse directly. If you want to go, you can go. Don't use it as a pretense of accompanying me."
"You can't imagine what I found." Edward didn't mind her attitude, but replied proudly. "Oh my God, this girl is actually Edward's illegitimate daughter." Don't look at me, the Edward I'm talking about is
Edward Kennedy.”
"Edward Kenny?" Andois and Claudia couldn't help exchanging glances. They both saw deep surprise in each other's eyes. They were silent for a long time before Claudia snorted softly, "Her last name is not
Mitchell’s?”
"Her surname is Pompidou, so she is an illegitimate daughter." Edward walked over and sat down with a smile, and said without hesitation, "I plan to go to the banquet tonight, but I must emphasize that I will not be embarrassed by this."
Whatever the case, I am a staunch opponent of McCarthyism.
What he said was a little confusing, and the logic was almost chaotic. Kecha's female investment consultant had no idea what he was talking about, but Anthony had a slight understanding in his heart, "John F. Kennedy is not a staunch supporter of McCarthyism."
Supporters, he just respected his father's wishes, do you understand?"
"But because of McCarthy, he betrayed the Democratic Party." In fact, the current Edward is a true portrayal of the old-school French man who is keen on boasting and expressing his political opinions. Unfortunately, in many cases, it is just an unconventional one.
means.
Claudia still didn't understand, but she saw a glint in his eyes that was almost pathological. She coughed and said, "Let's not talk about this, okay? In fact, Edward, since you don't like Kennedy,
Family, you don’t need to attend today’s dinner.”
This is really a loud slap in the face! Andois secretly laughed in his heart. Edward wanted to cling to that outdated Irish family, but he also wanted to show his own personality. There was no more vicious retaliation than Claudia's words.
However, Edward was willing to say this out of his own logic, "Claudia, I don't hate the entire ocean because of a drop of water, and doing so is in the interests of the company."
I swear, I have never seen a more shameless guy than you. Andois has been working hard to improve his relationship with Edward. However, at this moment, he only felt a sense of powerlessness rushing through his body, "Edward. Since you are against Fang
McCarthyism, then you should know that the whole of China is a socialist system. Not only Tianya, but also Tiannan."
"Anwar, I have to remind you." Edward sneered. "The McCarthyism you are talking about is in a narrow sense. I am talking about it in a broad sense. In layman's terms, it is political persecution. Do you understand? It is political persecution."
Persecution, hey, where are the people?”
Outside the door, Andois and Claudia looked at each other. After a long while, the female investment consultant smiled bitterly and said, "Actually, we are just a company, not a parliament, are you right?"
"It doesn't matter. I believe that once the beautiful illegitimate daughter of the Kennedy family appears, he will forget all his political opinions." Andois smiled, "I think it is good for the company that he focuses on these things.
Li Shi
Catherine was going to treat a guest, and she was going to invite the management of the Rhône-Poulenc Company. Chen Taizhong was in a bit of a dilemma, thinking that just a few people couldn't do it. Whether or not the harem would be brought along is another matter, but I have to help.
Can she hold up the scene?
"What kind of people would be more appropriate for me to invite?" When he asked Catherine, people like Shao Guoli, Sister Sun and even Huang Hanxiang were floating around in his mind.
Of course, it is usually appropriate to invite He Baohua. As a collaborator who has benefited from it, Dean He has no reason to miss this family dinner. However, unfortunately, some matters that Dean He is handling make it inappropriate for him to attend such a family dinner.
If the Chen family invites you to a banquet rashly, it would be a big deal if you are rejected. But if someone underestimates your political intelligence, it will be a big deal.
"Private banquet, it doesn't matter." Catherine smiled, "It doesn't matter if you bring all your lovers. Of course, it would be great if you can invite leaders above the ministerial level."
Chen Taizhong rolled his eyes when you said you were so light. Yes, there are many more leaders at the ministerial level and above in Beijing than at the department level in Subo, but you don't even look at me. Do I seem to be a person with that much energy?
After much deliberation, he only thought of one person who was more suitable, and that was Anguo, the deputy minister of the Ministry of Science and Technology. It was not impossible to ask the minister, Jin Xiangshi, to come over. Not only did minister Jin know him, but Meng Yi also had a good relationship with minister Jin.
But in this case, this level is a bit unequal. It is really not appropriate for a mere executive vice president of a Fortune 500 company to alarm the minister.
But in this case, it seems that the relationship with Catherine is becoming increasingly unclear, and after Catherine meets Lao An, she may really be able to use this to open up the situation. Then am I still a comprador?
Chen Taizhong thought about it carefully for a while, and found that he really had no choice. He decided to give it a try first. This was also for work, and he didn't know whether Lao An was willing to buy this face.
Of course, it was not appropriate for him to go directly to Minister An for this invitation. He probably went to Zhang Yufeng, the director of the General Division of the Innovation Office, "Chang Zhang, I have something to do here."
After Zhang Yufeng heard what he said, his mouth opened slightly, and he was stunned for a while before he asked softly, "I said Taizhong, have you and Minister An ever met before?"
This was because Director Zhang was used to getting along with him, so he asked without seeing anyone else. Otherwise, he would have to go through a lot of hoops. Chen Taizhong smiled bitterly and shook his head, "This is definitely not the case. I also feel it is a bit presumptuous, so this is not the case."
, just came to see your brother to ask?"
"You're not just being presumptuous." Zhang Yufeng also smiled bitterly, thinking to himself that you dared to think about trying to support the deputy minister for such a big deal. I really don't know how to write the word "death". "If we meet officially,
Then you can barely say, this is a private meeting."
"Didn't I dare to think about it just because it was a private meeting?" Chen Taizhong spread his hands and said, "If it is official, I really don't have the guts to think about it, even though "this year is the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and France."
"Tsk" Zhang Yufeng remained silent again. He was in a dilemma. Judging from his experience, Minister An would not agree to such a banquet. But Chen Taizhong was different. This man was not only a typical example of Buzao, but also a member of the old Huang family.
Jiaohou, last time I was able to directly bring the second son of the Huang family to feed Minister An, this kind of energy is not something you can just blow off.
More importantly, he didn't know what Minister An was thinking. In China's officialdom, being friendly with businessmen is a taboo for politicians. However, having said that, Chinese officialdom is also a place that pays special attention to connections. Regardless of Chen Taizhong's background,
Mention, Rhône-Poulenc's vice president, and he didn't particularly humiliate Boss An.
"I know this company, it can be regarded as a high-tech company." Director Zhang hesitated for a long time, and finally decided that he wanted to get rich and rich, so he just took a gamble. As long as I word my words appropriately, I believe Minister An won't blame me too much.
, "I'm willing to go all out and make you a friend, Taizhong, but I've already agreed, I can only pass the message to Director Tao, but I can't guarantee it for Minister An."
As a result, at five o'clock in the afternoon, Chen Taizhong received a call from Director Zhang, "Taizhong, Boss An has a meeting today. He can't go, but he said that he wants me to go on his behalf. You can say it."
Is it appropriate for me to go?
"Brother Zhang, are you talking like this to others?" Chen Taizhong laughed dryly, exchanged a few words of greetings, hung up the phone, and muttered angrily in his heart, I originally wanted to invite all the chiefs, but it turned out to be a good thing.
long!
However, this kind of reaction was probably within his expectation. Considering what kind of person Minister An was, he thought about inviting him over for a private banquet with an American. And the reason was neither embarrassing nor embarrassing.
First, Rhône-Poulenc is a global leader in the chemical and pharmaceutical fields.
Anyway, Lao An is not denying face. At least he allows Zhang Yufeng to use his banner. In the lower cities, a division director can more independently represent the provincial party committee and government to visit anyone, but in ministries and commissions, it is different.
If you want to represent the minister without permission, it is simply because the birthday man is tired of eating arsenic.
Since Zhang Yufeng is not an outsider, and Chen Taizhong arranged it, of course he will not be seen outside. Lao Zhang has long known that Ma Xiaoya is his lover, and having another Zhang Xin will definitely not hurt.
To his delight, at half past five, a piece of good news came through. Abel contacted Kochisa. The minister had returned to China, but his senior assistant Henri Gounod was now in Beijing and was willing to attend such a meeting.
A private dinner.
This is not only a reward from Mr. Minister, but also because Chen Taizhong slightly revealed Catherine's identity.
At the same time, Abel repeatedly reminded Chen Taizhong that Henry was not a small person. He was the master whom Kochisa relied on as his right-hand man. That is to say, Mr. Minister had gained a lot from this trip to Beijing, so he temporarily stayed here to consolidate and develop this trip.
results.
Catherine's villa is almost 300 square meters not counting the first floor. The living room on the first floor is more than 100 square meters. When Chen Taizhong and Henry arrived, ribbons and lanterns were hanging at the door. As soon as they entered, they saw piles of
The nine-story champagne tower.
Catherine and Elizabeth were directing people to be busy. Seeing them arrive, they greeted them with smiles. Chen Taizhong asked in confusion, "Are there so many guests today?"
"This is respect for the guests." Catherine answered him with a smile, with a rare light in her eyes. Obviously, she was quite excited at the moment. Maybe, this is what she is used to.
It was not too early for the two of them to arrive, because the banquet was held at seven o'clock. It was not appropriate to arrive too early or too late. Six-thirty was already quite early.
Henry is a tall, thin, handsome middle-aged man. He actually carries a bottle of red wine with him, which shows that he is very concerned about the relevant etiquette. Finally, it's okay. Chen Taizhong still has something in his Sumeru ring. He picked up a box of truffles.
I sent it there and no one was missing when it arrived.
A few minutes later, the organizers gradually left the venue, and around 6:50, the Big Three, Zhang Yufeng and Rhone Poulenc, arrived one after another.
When Edward saw Henry, he didn't need any introduction at all. He frowned and said, "Oh my God, I would never have come if I knew you were here."
Henry glanced at him and smiled slightly, "I'm just the opposite. If I knew you would come today, then I would definitely come." He didn't finish his words. It was obvious that he was hiding something in a thousand things, but he showed a good demeanor.
For the family dinner hosted by Aunt Katherine, the host naturally had to invite two friends. One of them was Susan, a girl who was full of jewelry and noble but had no introduction background, and the other was a middle-aged man who was from Lehman Brothers Asia.
Clark, independent director of Investment Co., Ltd.
At seven o'clock, the banquet officially started, and the host invited everyone to dine. It was also a buffet type. Amidst the soft music, everyone smiled softly and told some interesting stories. French and English were mixed with Chinese, which was quite interesting.
.
Unfortunately, around 7:10, an unexpected guest came to the door. Elizabeth played half the role of a housekeeper and went to open the door. When she opened the door, she found two unknown men, "Who are you looking for?"
"Where is Chen Taizhong?" the older man said, looking calm but intimidating, "Let him come out to pick me up, huh, that's too much!"
Elizabeth's Chinese was not very good, but it was no problem to listen to it. What's more, when the other person opened his mouth, he said the three words she was most familiar with, and it was still very unkind. She turned around and walked in, "Please wait a moment."
"
When Chen Taizhong heard someone talking like this, he felt strange and couldn't help but open his eyes to take a look. The next moment, he hurried out. Isha followed him. He saw the arrogant Director Chen in the past with a smile on his face, "Ha,
I asked who it was, and it turned out to be Erbo Huang, uh, and Director Lang,"
"That's a bit too much." Huang Hanxiang grimaced and poked the young deputy director's chest with his hand, "I said, the person who received the Rhone-Poulenc company didn't even notify me?"
"Aren't you afraid that Mr. Huang will have too many things to do?" Chen Taizhong laughed dryly. From a certain point of view, Mr. Huang's complaint was quite reasonable. When he asked others to help Kezisa connect, the name he used was
In order to attract investment from Rhône-Poulenc to Tiannan, now a French company has come, but he didn’t even say a word. It’s really a bit weird.
However, this kind of thing can be pursued or not. After all, the old Huang family has shown a posture of not interfering in Tiannan affairs. Huang Hanxiang also stated at the beginning that he was not interested in getting involved in the matter of attracting investment.
Then, the problem must have arisen with Director Lang. The Chen family was deeply impressed by the director of Office No. 1. Thinking of this, he couldn't help but look sideways and smiled, "Director Lang can take advantage of his busy schedule."
"Just pretend I'm not here," Director Lang replied calmly. His expression was not cold, but it was not at all enthusiastic.
"Okay, okay, lead the way." Huang Hanxiang reached out and patted him on the shoulder to stop him from talking nonsense. The meaning was obvious. You should talk less about Director Lang.
After welcoming the two people in, Chen Taizhong introduced them, but neither of them was introduced in detail. One was Mr. Huang, who was engaged in ocean shipping, and the other was introduced more simply, just three words: Director Yilang.
It was fine that others didn't know the identities of these two people. Zhang Yufeng had met Huang Hanxiang. When he saw that Director Chen had invited this man, he stepped forward to say a few words of courtesy.
Ordinarily, Director Zhang has the lowest status among the visitors today, but he was ordered to act under the banner of Minister An. When he was talking to others just now, he also opened his mouth about the Ministry of Science and Technology and shut up about the Global Science and Technology Exhibition. We cannot fall into this trap.
Isn’t it because of the reputation of the leader?
But seeing Huang Hanxiang coming, he really didn't dare to act like he was giving advice. Fortunately, Huang Hanxiang glanced at him and nodded slightly, "You are from the Ministry of Science and Technology."
"Xiao Zhang from the General Affairs Department, Minister An asked me to come over and greet Taizhong on his behalf." Zhang Yufeng explained with a smile. It was a great honor for Huang Hanxiang to remember that he was from the Ministry of Science and Technology. "What do you want to eat? I can help you."
take."
"No, just come over and have a couple of drinks." Huang Hanxiang waved his hand lightly, and the next moment, Zhang Xin had already come over with a plate, "Mr. Huang, please give me this drink."
Zhang Xin is not a waiter, but she knows the relationship between Chen Taizhong and Huang Hanxiang best, and Mr. Huang also knows her. When they see someone coming, why not rush to get involved?
At this time, whether it was a witch or a dwarf, all the foreigners in the room could see that the person who came was not a simple person. Just two bodyguards standing behind him could explain the problem. However, the owner did not introduce his identity, so everyone also
You can't break your head and ask, right?
Then, Chen Taizhong introduced the people in the room to Huang Hanxiang in a low voice, and that was it for the others. When he heard Clark's name, Mr. Huang frowned slightly, "What company does he belong to?"
He did not mention the introduction here. Zhang Yufeng returned to his seat and began to think about it. It was not unreasonable for Xiao Chen to invite Minister An. At least Huang Hanxiang was present.
Wait a minute, Director Zhang sat there pretending to drink, slowly observing for a while, and suddenly discovered something: Huang Hanxiang was very polite to Director Lang next to him!
What kind of director is this?
After waiting for a while, he became more and more sure of his observation. He found an opportunity to take the wine glass and turned to Chen Taizhong, "Taizhong, Director Lang, seems to have a lot of background, right?"
"Yeah." Chen Taizhong nodded calmly. Thinking that Zhang Yufeng had given himself some face today, he secretly raised his thumb and said, "This" person is in the office. If you have a chance to have a drink with him, eh?"
Even though Zhang Yufeng was a very deep and scheming person, after realizing the meaning of Xiao Chen's words, he couldn't help but turn pale and take a slight breath.
