Chapter 269 - Zhang Meimei Also Becomes a Shareholder
Translator: Totally Tofu
Editor: Seliniaki Ilikia
Zhang Meimei didn’t know that Shi Lei was worried about money.
300,000 yuan was fine because he had 230,000 at the moment. If he paid in three installments, he was certain that he could earn more than 100,000 yuan after three months, which would be enough to pay the installments.
But if it changed to 450,000 yuan, that meant that Shi Lei needed to double his money and he had to pay 150,000 yuan immediately after signing the contract. Even if he could use the Black Card’s money to pay for part of it, he would only have about 100,000 yuan in his hands. Shi Lei really didn’t have the confidence to earn 300,000 with the 100,000 yuan within three months.
“I also thought that it was a good thing, so I wanted to discuss you. The thing is that I might not necessarily be able to take out 450,000 yuan—”
Shi Lei wanted to analyze the situation with Zhang Meimei again, but he hadn’t expected her to cut him off. “If you don’t mind, I can take the five percent. Of course, that depends on if you want to give it to me or not. Since you chose to invest, you obviously see the potential. I also expressed that this project will be average in the long run, but has some potential in the short run. If you don’t mind, I can participate in it. You can lower your risk and solve the current problem.”
It was a rather good solution, and if Zhang Meimei became part of it, Zhen Xu could save money to seek help from Zhang Meimei if he had any questions regarding laws.
“Lawyer Zhang, I don’t mind it at all. However, if you want to invest, the consultation of this company…”
“I can help in my private time. This is my first investment without involving the office.” Zhang Meimei was always straightforward and she understood Shi Lei’s thoughts well.
Shi Lei was overjoyed. “Okay, I’ll go talk with Zhen Xu right now. If he doesn’t have a problem with it, I’ll notify you. If we can settle this today, we’ll go to your office to sign the contracts.”
“Alright.” Zhang Meimei hung up and Shi Lei returned to the cafe.
After he sat down, Shi Lei found Zhen Xu’s gaze focused on him, hasty to hear his response.
Shi Lei took a sip of his coffee. “My lawyer just happened to be interested in your project. She said that if you are willing to give her five percent of the shares, then she will take it. As for her funds, I can give you 100,000 yuan first. The remaining 50,000 yuan will be paid together during the second installment with mine together.”
Zhen Xu was delighted but worried at the same time. After all, a new investor had appeared…
Shi Lei noticed his hesistance and said, “You don’t need to worry about it. One more investor won’t impact you in any way, not to mention that she only has five percent. She’s a famous lawyer in Wudong who usually deals with businesses over ten billion in market value. She’s also giving you money, so what are you scared of? Also, I’ve asked for some extra things. If your company ever encounters any problems with the law, she can help for free during her private time, since she would be investing in you. So you should be able to save quite some money from consultations.”
Zhen Xu heard the good news and immediately decided without hesitation. “Okay, it’s decided then. Fifteen percent. Mr. Shi, you will have ten percent and your lawyer will take five percent.”
Shi Lei and Zhen Xu discussed some more details of the contract and continued after eating lunch at a nearby place.. They eventually came to a mutual agreement at about 2 PM.
At this time, Zhen Xu’s girlfriend, Fang Ting, called saying that she had successfully taken the sixty-give square meter office in the new industrial district. The opposite party promised in the contract that they would be exempt from all management fees, including water and electricity bills, for the first year. As for taxes, half would be deducted for the first year and a third for second and third year. Then from the fourth year on, they would tax at the normal rate.
“A three year contract, 1.5 yuan for every square meter every day. Pay once a year and a 10,000 yuan bond.” Fang Ting recounted to Zhen Xu in excitement.
Zhen Xu took a deep breath. He knew that he was only a few short hours away from his first investment.
He calculated it briefly in his head. One year’s rent was less than 35,000 yuan. Adding the 10,000 yuan bond, they would have 50,000 yuan left.
“I’ve also settled it with Mr. Shi. I’m giving fifteen percent of shares this time. Mr. Shi gave me the valuation of three million. The first installment will be 200,000 yuan, 150,000 yuan for the second installment, and 100,000 yuan for the third, completing it within three months.”
Fang Ting was even more naïve than Zhen Xu. Although that she had some questions about fifteen percent of shares, she still exclaimed in excitement, “Great! Mr. Shi gave us the evaluation of three million! This exceeded our expectations!”
“Okay, I’ll stop talking. I will send the address of the lawyer’s office to you. Go there as soon as possible. We’ll divide our shares then, since we have the chance.”
After they paid the bill, Shi Lei and Zhen Xu went to Zhang Meimei’s office. Twenty minutes later, Fang Ting also arrived.
When she saw Shi Lei, she waved her hand in excitement and called out without caring about the surprised glances directed at her in the office. “Hey, tall, rich and handsome guy! We meet again!”
Shi Lei could only smile without a choice while Zhen Xu quickly pulled Fang Ting into Zhang Meimeis office in embarrassment.
Zhang Meimei quickly arranged four copies of the contract. Three of them were a transfer of equities, which included ten percent of shares transferred to Shi Lei, ten percent to Fang Ting, and five perfect to Zhang Meimei. The other contract was an investment contract, which they all signed after checking that everything was correct.
At the same time, Shi Lei presented a one million yuan savings card as capital verification to ensure that he was capable of investing. Zhang Meimei also used the office to guarantee, at the same time putting 150,000 yuan into Shi Lei’s account to let Shi Lei pay the installments for her.
They each took their own contracts. Shi Lei wanted to suggest they eat together to celebrate, but he decided not to after seeing how excited Zhen Xu and Fang Ting were. He left them be in their excitement for a while.
“We’ll go purchase some office supplies tomorrow. Then I will transfer the remaining money into your account.” Shi Lei explained, and left by himself.
After he left, Shi Lei headed straight to Wudong’s new district for the Maserati Distributor 3S shop.
Shi Lei planned on buying a car.
He had already done some research on car models within an appropriate price range and eventually picked the brand Maserati, since it could help him to maximize the benefits of using the money.
However, he had some questions about the 3S shop. Wasn’t it usually 4S shops? How could it be 3S? Did it mean that the after sale, service wasn’t perfected enough?
After researching, Shi Lei found out that 4S meant sale, spare parts, service, and survey, which was made up from these four english words that all started with the letter “s.”
As for 3S, it didn’t have the option for survey. This didn’t mean that the service was bad, but that some luxurious car brands didn’t allow the distributors to possess the customer’s private information in order to protect their privacy. All their information would be passed on between the customer and the headquarters themselves, so none of the distributors would have the last “s.”
It fit well with what Shi Lei wanted. He was ready to use the Black Card’s one million to invest, and immediately purchased a Maserati Quattroporte.