NOVPUBGe Man looked at Wu Bin with an expression full of disdain.
"My grandfather has already agreed to invest in you, why waste any more words, do you still want to negotiate terms with us?"
There was something domineering about Ge Man’s attitude when she spoke.
On reflection, she indeed had the capital to speak like this.
After all, they were willing to invest twenty million, not just two thousand.
The majority of the people present had no resistance to this twenty million.
If someone was willing to give them twenty million, what did it matter if they spoke in a domineering manner? Even if they directly insulted you, many people would still be willing to accept it.
But Wu Bin clearly was not that kind of person.
The smile on Wu Bin’s face, which had been present just moments ago, vanished as soon as he heard what Ge Man had to say.
Wu Bin sat back on the sofa opposite, visibly relaxing.
If Wu Bin had shown a modicum of respect towards Ge Xiancong as a younger person would towards an elder,
then at this moment, Wu Bin no longer cared about such formalities.
Wu Bin said indifferently, "You’ve come here this time to talk about cooperation with me, not about an acquisition, right?"
Ge Xiancong nodded.
"That’s correct."
Wu Bin uttered an "Oh."
"Since it’s about cooperation, then there should be the appearance of cooperation. I don’t care what your status or identity is, nor do I know how rich you are. But if we’re talking about cooperation, our status should be equal, right?"
"Talking to me in that tone about cooperation, I really find it hard to accept."
As soon as Wu Bin made this statement, everyone was shocked.
The netizens in the live broadcast room were giving thumbs up.
"As expected of Brother Wu, that’s truly assertive! Facing twenty million and still not bending the knee! R-e-s-p-e-c-t!"
"Doesn’t this actually show that Brother Wu is really good at business? Think about it, you haven’t gotten the investment yet, and you act like a grandson in front of the investor, what are you going to do when you get the investment and the investor starts dictating the development of your company? Will you listen or not? Wouldn’t you just become an employee again instead of an entrepreneur?"
"Dude, you’ve watched too many movies. Do you really think that the so-called entrepreneurs are the ones who start from scratch and end up being worth hundreds of millions? The real standard for successful entrepreneurship isn’t making it to the end and realizing your dream, it’s about getting noticed by the big guys and them being willing to give you money. Then you can consider yourself a success, get it?"
"Damn, no wonder I saw many good projects quickly collapse after being acquired, so that’s the reason!"
Anyone who frequently starts businesses knows that in the business world, a good idea is the most valuable thing, but it’s also the least valuable.
The reason for this is simply because a good idea can indeed help you break through the ranks and win the favor of big investors, doubling your net worth!
But at the same time, if you refuse the good intentions of a big shot, soon there will be something similar to your idea appearing on the market.
Didn’t the old Ma start out like that?
Imitation and surpassing, these are always classic parts of business warfare.
So for entrepreneurs like Wu Bin, pocketing twenty million is the most substantial thing, everything else is secondary.
What do the company’s future plans, shares, and direction of development have to do with you?
You’ve got twenty million in hand, why should you care about these things?
This is why everyone was so astounded when Wu Bin said those words.
Because they really couldn’t understand what Wu Bin was trying to do.
Just when the twenty million was about to land in his mouth, Wu Bin actually chose to spit it out?
They couldn’t fathom it, they really couldn’t!
After staring at Wu Bin for a while, Ge Xiancong asked, "Do you know what it means to refuse us?"
"It only requires a week’s time. There might appear a company on the market identical to yours."
"They will have stronger capital, a broader market, and a larger customer base."
"If such a company really emerges, how long do you think you can hold out?"
Facing Ge Xiancong’s threat, Wu Bin didn’t take it to heart; instead, he laughed.
"After all this fuss, you’re not here to discuss collaboration, but to throw down the gauntlet."
Wu Bin stood up.
"Fine, I too am curious to know how long I can last if such a shadow company appears." 𝓃𝓸𝓋𝓹𝓾𝓫.𝒸ℴ𝓶
"Principal, I’ve got something else to take care of, so I’ll take my leave now. Next time if anyone else wants to challenge me, you can just accept it on my behalf. There’s no need to have me come all the way here for something so formal."
Having said this, Wu Bin didn’t wait to see everyone’s reaction; he simply turned around and left the office.
Xu Wenyao was completely dumbfounded.
This kid, he really doesn’t know how to save face, does he!
The live stream audience watched Wu Bin’s cool departure in amazement.
"Damn, that’s my bro Wu, discarding 20 million just like that—I can’t believe it, that’s just too awesome!"
"Now, I seriously doubt whether Wu Bin is even human. He’s immune to lust and greed, so what on earth does he want?"
"It must be his dream. I think Wu Bin is simply persevering for his dream, it’s just that people like him are becoming increasingly rare these days."
Are dreams really worth anything?
The audience didn’t know.
But when they saw Wu Bin refuse that 20 million without hesitation, they realized that for someone like Wu Bin, dreams really are important.
Upon leaving the principal’s office, the cold breeze made Wu Bin much more sober.
He Bingbing looked at Wu Bin with an admirational face beside him.
"Wu Bin, I didn’t expect that you, just a first-year student, could be so detached from wealth and fame. It’s truly moving!"
Wu Bin inwardly gave a wry smile.
Indifferent to fame and wealth?
He didn’t want that!
Earlier, he didn’t know what had gotten into him; like he was possessed, he’d actually chosen to pursue some dream over 20 million!
Isn’t that just plain stupid?
But what was done was done, and even if Wu Bin wanted to regret it now, it was too late.
All Wu Bin could do was take a deep breath and feign composure as he said, "No, in your eyes, I refused 20 million, but in my eyes, I actually made a lot more money!"
"Because I believe that the company I have started is worth far more than 20 million!"
"Therefore, to maintain my absolute control over the company, I would never give up my autonomy for a mere 20 million!"
Wu Bin’s speech set everyone’s blood on fire.
Listen to that, listen to that.
A mere 20 million!
That’s still my bro Wu—he really doesn’t take that 20 million to heart!
But no one noticed that after Wu Bin said this, his hands were trembling.
He really did regret it!
