Chapter 842: Because I Also Want…

Mike was feeling optimistic.

Little did he know, Xu Shaochen’s thoughts were similar to his.

The Qin King swept across the six kingdoms, defeating them one by one.

If the Karen Family truly agreed to Xu Shaochen’s conditions out of greed, they would be the first to fall.

“Sorry, Xu. I need to go back and inform my father, and our family needs to discuss this before giving you an answer.”

Mike was very tempted, but he wasn’t in charge. Suddenly, he envied Xu Shaochen, who at such a young age was already running the entire Xu Corporation.

Unlike him, who was several years older than Xu Shaochen and still just an heir.

And this heir might remain one for another 10 years, as his father was still in excellent health.

He suddenly had an unfilial thought, wishing his father would die sooner.

“No rush, Mike. I have one small condition. This is a foundation for our cooperation and will also increase mutual trust.”

Xu Shaochen smiled slightly, saying it was a critical issue, at least for him.

Mike raised his eyebrows suspiciously. “What condition?”

“I want shares of the Karen Family,” Xu Shaochen said.

“No way!”

Mike instantly stood up, adamantly declaring, “Xu, our Karen Family shares are absolutely not for you!”

“My friend, don’t get so agitated. Let me finish. After all, you’re not being very gentlemanly like this.”

Xu Shaochen chuckled while stirring his coffee with a spoon, appearing extremely relaxed and at ease, in stark contrast to Mike’s current demeanor.

Mike took a deep breath, sat back down, and apologized, “Sorry, I lost my composure. However, I still advise you to abandon that thought because it’s impossible.”

He thought Xu Shaochen’s idea of trading shares with the Karen Family was pure wishful thinking.

“Mike, I only want 1% of your shares. Compared to the Xu Corporation’s 10%, this 1% is nothing, right? What do you think?”

“It’s the basis of our trust. Otherwise, how can I trust you?”

Xu Shaochen held up one finger and added: “If the Karen Family finds it too difficult, I believe the Johnson and Nick families might be more generous.”

With one sentence, the situation flipped, and Xu Shaochen took the upper hand.

If these three families were truly united, there would be no chance for Xu Shaochen to sow discord.

Unfortunately, even blood brothers argue these days, let alone powerful conglomerates driven by money and profit.

He had to secure 1% of Karen Family’s shares. It was extremely important to him.

“Alright, I’ll relay your message, but I can’t guarantee the result.”

Mike spoke, but in his heart knew that his family, father, and uncles would surely agree.

After all, compared to 10% of the Xu Corporation’s shares, 1% was indeed insignificant.

Furthermore, what they cared about was how to swallow the entire Xu Corporation, not the gain or loss of a few percentage points.

“Please, now that the serious business is done, we can enjoy a pleasant afternoon.”

Xu Shaochen’s face beamed with a bright smile, as radiant as the sunshine outside.

Mike suddenly thought of something and said, “Hey Xu, have you slept with Jenny?”

“No! Why would you think that? She’s my aunt, my elder. I would never do such a thing! Mike, you’re insulting me!” Xu Shaochen refuted sternly, with a hint of anger in his voice.

“Sorry, Xu, I was too reckless.” Mike sighed in relief and said, “Xu, if we do form a partnership, we would be friends. By then, you have to help me pursue her.”

He gritted his teeth and added, “Damn it! You have no idea, Tony and Jim, those bastards, are also after Jenny. They’re total jerks. You mustn’t let them near her.”

“Of course, no problem. In China, trust between relatives is stronger. I’d be happy to see you two together. It would make our foundation for cooperation even stronger and unbreakable.”

Xu Shaochen said with a smile on his face, but cursed inwardly: “Damn it, you want to be my uncle? You better stay as far away as possible. My aunt is better off under my care.”

“Xu, I’m determined to be your friend. Just leave everything to me. I really love Jenny. From the first moment I saw her at that reception, she captivated me completely.”

Instantly, Mike warmed up to Xu Shaochen, and the atmosphere of their conversation became far more enthusiastic.

Soon, Xu Shaochen saw Mike out of the private room.

“Mike, I expect to hear an answer by tomorrow morning.”

“No problem, Xu. I’ll do my best to convince them, for Jenny’s sake.”

After Mike left, Xu Shaochen returned to the private room and checked the recording on his phone. His lips curled into a faint smile.

Then, he dialed Jenny’s number.

“Aunt, help me arrange a meeting with Tony for coffee tomorrow afternoon… You don’t need to know why, just set it up.”

“I had a pleasant talk with Mike because he wants to sleep with you… Of course not, I would never sell you out because I also want to… Never mind, I’m hanging up now.”

Xu Shaochen hung up the phone, wiping away the cold sweat from his forehead. That was close. He nearly let it slip.

Xu Shaochen started formulating a plan in his head.

Initially, his plan was to defeat them one by one, starting with the Karen Family.

But now he realized he could pit them against each other, and when they were nearly done tearing each other apart, he’d step in to seize the opportunity.

Once the Karen Family gave their answer tomorrow morning, he could take that 1% share and have coffee with Tony in the afternoon. Then…

Xu Shaochen chuckled, then called the waiter for the bill.

“Sir, the gentleman you were with already paid before leaving.”

The waiter informed Xu Shaochen.

Xu Shaochen was slightly taken aback, then laughed. Mike really wanted to be his uncle. This just got easier.

Indeed, beauty brings disaster!

So, it’s best that Aunt only ruins our family instead. ((≡≡)) “Here, this is for your tip.”

He threw the money he had intended for the coffee at the waiter as a tip. After all, tipping in Mg Country was quite customary.

“Thank you, sir.”

The waiter was overjoyed, clearly excited, as it was the biggest tip she had received in months.

Xu Shaochen smiled nonchalantly and strode out of the private room.