Chapter 929: Chapter 930: Beijing Families Intervene Again
"Who are you people?" Matsumoto Koji stared at the two men. This time, he didnât immediately kick them out, but he also didnât seem overly excited just because of Yifangâs words. After all, he had managed to establish himself in Lingtian Group; he wasnât a fool.
A middle-aged man in his forties gave a slight smile and said, "Iâm Zhou Zhengfang, from the Zhou Family of the Capital. This gentleman is Qiao Longyang, from the Qiao Family of the Capital." Then, he gestured toward a thin man in his thirties standing nearby.
Matsumoto Koji asked in a low voice, "The Zhou Family of the Capital and the Qiao Family? Whatâs the meaning of this?"
Zhou Zhengfang smiled faintly and said, "Mr. Matsumoto, weâve come to help you, but is this how you host us?"
"Please have a seat!" Matsumoto Koji waved his hand and led the two men to the sofas in the presidential suite.
Matsumoto Koji got straight to the point, "Tell me, whatâs the situation with your families?"
Zhou Zhengfang explained, "The trouble youâre encountering this time comes from the Su Corporation, which belongs to the Su Family of Minghe. Not only does their family control vast assets, but they also have governmental backing. Their strength is formidable. Otherwise, given your status, why wouldnât the authorities step in on your behalf in such matters here?"
Matsumoto Koji frowned slightly and said, "Do you mean that China has similar families like those in England?"
Zhou Zhengfang replied arrogantly, "Of course. While the histories of our families may not be as long as those abroad, weâve amassed significant wealth and backing. Your Lingtian Group may be a top-tier financial conglomerate in Japan, but here, you clearly cannot compete with families like the Su Family."
"And you think your families can defeat them?" Matsumoto Koji looked at the two men.
Zhou Zhengfang smiled confidently and said, "While the Su Family may be the largest in Minghe, itâs nothing compared to our Beijing Familiesâa small crow before a big one, utterly insignificant."
Matsumoto Koji leaned back and said, "If it were so easy for you to defeat them, why would you need me as an ally?"
Sometimes, this guy could be shrewdâhis question hit the nail on the head.
Zhou Zhengfang felt a bit awkward and said, "Weâre indeed stronger than them, but being based in Beijing, there are certain matters we canât intervene in directly. Otherwise, do you really think theyâd live so leisurely here?"
Matsumoto Koji shrugged and said, "Whatever the reason, you still canât handle them."
Qiao Longyang chuckled lightly and said, "Mr. Matsumoto truly is sharp. Letâs not beat around the bush. Our Qiao Family and Zhou Family have targeted the Su Familyâs assets and intend to swallow them whole. However, if we act directly, it will provoke various obstacles, and other families are watching closely. Being too aggressive could lead to our prize being divided among others. Thatâs why we need to use your hand to eliminate the Su Family. Ultimately, the benefits will be shared among us all. You should know the Su Familyâs assets alone exceed five billion US dollars, perhaps even more. If you were to invest here normally, how much annual profit could you earn? But by taking down the Su Family, your share could exceed 1.5 billion. Wouldnât you say thatâs a tempting deal?"
The lure was irresistible, and Matsumoto Koji couldnât deny it. However, he was well aware that such huge benefits wouldnât be easily acquired.
"What about the finer details?" Matsumoto Koji asked.
Qiao Longyang smiled and said, "That depends on whether Mr. Matsumoto is willing to collaborate with us. If youâre interested, we can discuss the specifics. Of course, weâre sincere in our intentions. Mr. Matsumoto can first investigate our Zhou Family and Qiao Family to see if we have the strength to rival the Su Family and handle them."
Matsumoto Koji nodded and said, "Since youâve said so, Iâll think it over carefully."
Zhou Zhengfang laughed heartily and said, "To show our sincerity." He clapped his hands, and two attractive young women walked in, immediately catching Matsumoto Kojiâs eye.
"Theyâre actressesânot very famous yet, but destined for big futures. Mr. Matsumoto, enjoy yourself."
Matsumoto Koji burst out laughing and said, "Given your sincerity, how could I refuse?"
"Then we wonât disturb Mr. Matsumotoâs enjoyment. Here is our business card. When youâve made your decision, contact us."
Matsumoto Koji took the card and escorted the two men out. As they reached the door, he asked, "Arenât you worried about the Su Family discovering you came here?"
Qiao Longyang laughed heartily and said, "Weâre openly aiming to crush the Su Familyâwhatâs to fear if they find out?"
"Well said!" Matsumoto Koji laughed along too. After sending the two men away, he immediately went over and embraced the two beautiful women.
Song Xiaodong had indeed received word about Zhou Zhengfang and Qiao Longyang visiting Matsumoto Koji.
At this moment, he was sitting with Miao Qingqing and Su Yuya, analyzing the situation.
Su Yuya frowned and said, "Dealing with the Zhou Family alone is already tough. Now, the Qiao Family is involved, making things even worse for us."
Miao Qingqing glanced over some documents on the Qiao Family and said, "The Qiao Family is very powerful, even stronger than the Zhou Family."
Song Xiaoru said worriedly, "The Zhou Family suffered losses last time and still wants trouble with our Su Familyâthatâs expected. But why is the Qiao Family involving themselves?"
Su Yuya sighed and said, "Iâve recently heard that some prominent families from Beijing are expanding their influence across different regions. I really canât figure out their intentions. If families outside of Beijing are targeted by these Beijing Families, itâll definitely be difficult to deal with themâtheyâre just too powerful."
Sun Ziyun and Shui Qingyue didnât speak, but the worry was evident on their faces. Being members of prominent families themselves, they had some understanding of Beijingâs influence.
Su Yuya glanced at Song Xiaodong, who was reclining in a rocking chair, gently swaying with his eyes half-closed, looking entirely carefree, and she rolled her eyes at him, saying, "Hey, Family Head, why are you so unworried? Youâre still lounging around like this?"
Song Xiaodong kept swaying, wearing a playful smile as he said, "Watching such lovely ladies discussing important regional matters makes me brim with prideâitâs an indescribable sense of satisfaction in my heart."
Su Yuya snorted and said, "Family Head, youâre quite the hands-off boss. I think you recruited so many women just to make them do all your work. Itâs like that country in Africa where a manâs status depends on how many wives he has, and all the household work is done by the wives. I think youâre leaning toward that model!"
"Haha..." Song Xiaodong burst into laughter and said, "Thatâs actually a pretty good idea. Iâve decidedâmy future plan is to live off my women."