NOVPUBWu Bin had never eaten such delicious fish before.
It seems that stereotypes are really undesirable.
After swallowing the fish and rice in his mouth, Wu Bin let out a long sigh of relief.
"Director Fang, it’s truly a pity you don’t run a restaurant," Wu Bin exclaimed.
"This fish is so smooth and fragrant, especially when mixed with the rice. The mashed fish and the rice blend perfectly together, making me involuntarily think of the fish swimming freely in the water." 𝓃𝓸𝓿𝓹𝓾𝓫.𝓬ℴ𝓶
Wu Bin’s comments left Fang Hao utterly stunned.
The viewers in the live broadcast room were also full of admiration.
"Just by looking at the presentation of the fish, I knew it was going to taste great."
"Damn, Wu actually has the potential to be a food blogger. His description is making my mouth water."
"Fish dishes, when prepared well, are truly delicious—think about what they call the ’land of fish and rice’ and consider what ’fresh fish and mutton’ implies."
Watching Wu Bin eat the fish one chopstick at a time, it was clear he really found it delicious.
Fang Hao immediately felt relieved when he saw this.
It seemed his hosting hadn’t failed.
As Wu Bin ate contentedly, Fang Hao whispered, "Wu Bin, I’d like to discuss something with you."
"Go ahead," Wu Bin replied.
Fang Hao said, feeling awkward, "Remember we said your endorsement fee was a total of five hundred thousand, and I’ve already paid two hundred fifty thousand."
"But then I checked my account and realized I don’t have that much money left, so about the remaining balance, could we settle in another way?"
Instantly, Wu Bin felt the fish in his bowl wasn’t tasty anymore.
No wonder Fang Hao was so enthusiastic about inviting them to his home for a meal.
He had been waiting here for him.
Indeed, there’s no such thing as a free lunch.
Wu Bin, somewhat headachy, asked, "Apart from paying directly, what other methods are there for settlement?"
Fang Hao hastily pulled out a contract he had prepared earlier and handed it to Wu Bin.
"I’ve thought it through. I don’t have spare cash on hand, but I have enough in fixed assets."
"So if you trust me, Wu Bin, I could transfer a portion of the zoo’s shares to you first."
"With these shares, we’ll be family from now on. You could take half of the daily earnings from the zoo, which would be a long-term deal."
Wu Bin carefully read the contract, feeling speechless.
So, you were waiting for me here!
According to the contract, the previously promised remaining payment of two hundred fifty thousand would automatically convert to 49% of the zoo’s shares.
Purchasing so many shares of the Magic City Zoo for two hundred fifty thousand seemed like a lot, but it wasn’t profitable at all.
Because the zoo was currently losing money!
Seeing Wu Bin staring at the contract without speaking, Fang Hao seemed to know what Wu Bin was thinking.
He said rather awkwardly, "Wu Bin, this is the situation. I didn’t do this purposefully, I’m truly out of options."
"If, Wu Bin, you don’t agree with this arrangement, let’s just forget the endorsement deal. You just give me back two hundred forty thousand from the previously paid two hundred fifty thousand."
Wu Bin’s mouth twitched.
Okay, okay, so this is how you’re playing it.
First, he cheerfully gave two hundred fifty thousand, and after Wu Bin got a taste of the sweet deal, he produced this equity transfer contract.
Wu Bin now even suspected that this was a trap set by Fang Hao from the start.
The goal was to bind Wu Bin and the Magic City Zoo together for just two hundred fifty thousand.
This was akin to buying Wu Bin’s influence for only two hundred fifty thousand.
As for the shares, Fang Hao didn’t care about them at all.
Anyway, before it began to make money, the stocks of Modu Zoo were just a bunch of waste paper.
"Wu Bin, there’s no rush on this matter. You can think it over slowly and let me know once you’ve made your decision," Fang Hao said.
Fang Hao was actually feeling very uneasy.
Although he knew what he was doing was somewhat underhanded, it was the only way to save Modu Zoo.
His account was really low on money too!
Wu Bin hadn’t thought too much about it either.
After all, that 250,000 had gone into his own pocket, and there was no way he was going to return it.
Wu Bin spoke up, "The final payment can be offset with these shares, but I need more than just the shares. I also need the management rights of Modu Zoo."
"I think Modu Zoo has some operational issues that I need to get involved in."
In Wu Bin’s view, Fang Hao was a competent zookeeper, but definitely not a competent businessman.
He simply didn’t know how to make money from the zoo, only knew how to spend money on various delicacies for the animals, and then fatten them up like pigs.
As soon as Wu Bin mentioned getting involved in management, Fang Hao immediately understood his intention.
It was just like the two of them starting a zoo together, Wu Bin had suddenly transformed from a brand spokesperson to a business partner.
Double happiness!
Fang Hao nodded repeatedly and hurriedly pulled out a pen and paper to sign his name on the contract.
"Wu Bin, rest assured, as long as it’s not harmful to the animals in the park, and as long as those business plans you proposed are reasonable, I’ll listen to everything you say," Fang Hao said.
Seeing how readily Fang Hao agreed, Wu Bin also signed his name on the contract.
Wu Bin could never have dreamed that his first venture would be a zoo that was about to close down.
There were two copies of the contract, each kept by the respective parties.
After dinner, the Fang siblings washed the dishes at home while Wu Bin took Han Jiaoyan and her friends for a walk around the neighborhood.
Given it was a high-end affluent community, the green environment was impeccable.
Walking in the neighborhood felt no different from walking in a park.
"Wu Bin, do we need to start calling you Manager Wu now?"
The three women giggled at the side.
Who could have expected that just coming out for a meal, Wu Bin would end up snagging a zoo for free?
Wu Bin didn’t know whether to laugh or cry.
"Call me anything, but could you possibly spare some time to visit the zoo and buy a couple of tickets to support it?"
The online friends in the live broadcast laughed.
"Humble Brother Wu, asking for support online."
"The zoo’s ticket is only two yuan each, even if we all go to support, it won’t make much money, right?"
"I suggest raising ticket prices so it can be profitable."
"Host a live stream for that fat-eared leopard and let it generate economic value for the zoo!"
As the online friends were making suggestions in the live chat, a black dog rushed from a distance and stopped right beside the three women.
The three women were terrified by the sudden appearance of the dog.
Because the dog was enormous, as tall as a person when it stood up.
And it had a large frame, with very solid muscles too.
Estimating the dog’s weight, it probably weighed over 80 pounds!
"Whose dog is this? Why isn’t it on a leash!"
Wu Bin was very angry.
Such a large dog running loose in the neighborhood, what if it bit someone?
