After divorce, I can hear the voice of the future

Chapter 823 Becoming Power Itself

"The second thing is actually none of your business, but I think you all have the basic right to know."

Ota Rei smiled, feeling just like he did decades ago when he went to a brothel for the third time. He felt neither the nervousness of the first time nor the trepidation of the second; only enjoyment and pleasure remained.

"Alright, let's move on to the third thing. Tianxing Financial plans to collaborate with us to jointly develop the online payment market in Japan. Who's in favor? Who's opposed?"

"How should we object? And what are the reasons for our objection?"

Previously, Sumitomo Mitsui had partnered with Ant Group to acquire PayPal Group's Tokyo operations and jointly develop Japan's online payment market.

At the time, both sides had their own ulterior motives and distrusted each other, which prevented online payments from taking off.

Things are different now. Sumitomo Mitsui's partner has changed from Ant Group to Tianxing Financial Group, and from Ma Yun to Lu Liang.

Although Tianxing Financial Group has less total assets than Sumitomo Mitsui, it has over $200 billion in cash flow and is backed by Lu Liang's reputation.

By acquiring stakes in thirteen companies and reviving three major indices, Lu Liang is now a god-like figure in Japan.

As long as they are of one mind, they can definitely expand this market and become a cashless society like Tokyo University.

The conversion of AB's equity cannot be rushed for now.

Ota Rei had spoken with Lu Liang, and they said that at least the shareholders should be given some incentives before they would be willing to hand over Sumitomo Mitsui to Lu Liang and him for management.

"I doubt anyone would question Mr. Lu's ability to turn lead into gold, would they?"

With a smile, Ota Rei picked up the remote control and turned on the large screen behind him, where the three major Japanese stock indices all showed an extremely exaggerated curve.

The Nikkei 225 index, which was about to fall below 16000 points when the market opened this morning, instantly turned from a decline to a rise after Tianxing Financial announced that it had acquired stakes in thirteen companies.

It surged 7 points, breaking through 17000 points, gradually recovering its losses, and launching an attack on 17500 points.

The leading stocks are Sumitomo Mitsui and PayPal, among the thirteen companies that were targeted by Tianxing Financial.

Among the thirteen stocks, PayPal China saw the highest increase, rising 28.65% and adding $27 billion to its market capitalization.

The lowest increase was seen in Sumitomo Mitsui, which rose by only 18.22%, but Sumitomo Mitsui is a large company, and its market value increased by $132 billion.

The stock prices of the thirteen stocks,

It's almost back to the price level before yesterday's big drop.

Ota Rei, spitting as he spoke, shouted excitedly, "Did you all see that? This is the influence Mr. Lu brings!"

He then opened Ant Group's IPO prospectus: "Take a look at this. If Dongda University hadn't intervened, how high do you think Ant's market value would have been after its IPO?"

"Ant Group's IPO valuation was $1800 billion. After listing, will it be $3000 billion or $5000 billion?"

"Don't think I'm daydreaming. Although our country's population market is only one-twelfth the size of that of the University of Tokyo, with Mr. Lu's support and the markets of neighboring Korea, Singapore, Thailand, and Malaysia, it may not be unable to rival the University of Tokyo."

Upon hearing Ota's description, everyone's breathing quickened; PayPal Group's current market value was only $127 billion.

If it becomes like Ant Group, the value of Sumitomo Mitsui's stake will increase from $50.8 billion to $508 billion, or even more.

Moreover, the increase in share value is a minor issue; the key is that it will generate a series of chain reactions, such as driving up the share price of Sumitomo Mitsui Group, which is their real benefit.

"On behalf of the Sumitomo Group, I support the cooperation between Sumitomo Mitsui and Tensei."

Shunta Tanabe was the first to react, a fawning smile spreading across his face: "Chairman Ota, from now on, Sumitomo Mitsui will be counting on you."

"Mr. Tanabe, you're too kind. We're all just trying to make Sumitomo Mitsui a better person."

Ota Rei smiled and didn't hold a grudge, but deliberately made things difficult for the other party.

Being obsequious to superiors and domineering to subordinates is a common human failing; it's just that Shunta Tanabe is better at recognizing his mistakes and turning back from them.

"Mr. Mitsui, would you like to consult with Chairman Mitsui? If so, we can pause for ten minutes."

Ota Rei looked at Mitsui Takahei with a concerned expression, as if to say, "This is a serious matter. You are too young to make a decision. Ask your parents what they think first."

Young people are naturally impetuous. Mitsui Takahei was only 28 years old and of noble birth. How could he possibly bear such an injustice?

He said coldly, "Cooperating with Tianxing Financial can bring benefits to the group, and Mitsui Group has no objection."

"In that case, let's vote by raising our hands. Those who support cooperating with Tianxing Financial, please raise your hands."

Ota Rei smiled, his eyes revealing the slyness of a cunning old fox who had successfully stolen a chicken.

Once again, it passed unanimously with nine votes! After the meeting, Ota Rei immediately called Lu Liang to inform him of the meeting's content and ask for his instructions.

On the other side,
Lu Liang had just finished his call with Lao Ma.

"A team will be going to Japan on Monday. You will be in charge of receiving them. They will be fully responsible for promoting Alipay."

Lu Liang decided to keep Alipay, since it was easy to understand and had a certain reputation in East Asia.

In the future, Alipay will be like Red Bull, with a domestic version and an overseas version. Although they are both called Red Bull, they are actually unrelated and their data will not be the same.

"Next, PayPal Group will launch a plan to provide subsidies worth hundreds of billions of yen. Will Sumitomo Mitsui be able to keep up with the funding?" Lu Liang asked.

Although he always jokingly said that Tianxing Financial would inherit Lao Ma's legacy and fulfill the long-cherished wish that Ant Group had not yet completed.

But it was just a joke. Old Ma seems to have taken it seriously. We just spoke, and he generously shared a lot of valuable information with me.

For example, this 100 billion yuan subsidy plan.

“Dollar?” Ota Rei was shocked.

"What are you thinking about? It's the Japanese yen, of course," Lu Liang said irritably.

He could afford to pay hundreds of billions of dollars, but it wasn't worth it for Japan.

Ota Rei chuckled: "No problem."

One hundred billion yen, which at the current exchange rate is about 7.25 million US dollars.

The shareholding structure of PayPal Group is as follows: Sumitomo Mitsui 40%, Tianxing Financial 30%, and PayPal Group's shareholders and investors 30%.

If distributed according to shareholding, Sumitomo Mitsui would only need to contribute $2.9 million, which is still a considerable sum, but it wouldn't be too much of a burden.

"In addition to contributing US$2.175 million in equity, Tianxing will also accept a 10% stake from PayPal Group through a private placement. Is there any problem with that?" Lu Liang said.

Following the private placement, Tianxing Financial's shareholding will reach 37%. Including the 5.75% of circulating shares in the secondary market, their shareholding will reach 42.75%, making them the undisputed largest shareholder of PayPal Group.

“No problem,” Ota Rei quickly replied.

The PayPal Group is controlled by Sumitomo Mitsui, but Sumitomo Mitsui is controlled by him. He is Lu Liang's loyal general, and whatever Lu Liang says goes.

Lu Liang hummed in agreement, without any pretense of politeness.

The report also clarified the goals of the 100 billion yuan subsidy plan, including the six hydropower companies and three telecommunications companies that Tianxing Financial has acquired stakes in.

Paying your water, electricity, and communication bills through Alipay offers a chance to get a discount, with a minimum reduction of 1000 to 10000 yen.

Lu Liang added, "Later, there will be subways, buses, ferries and other modes of transportation. These companies will need Sumitomo Mitsui to step in and get them connected to Alipay's platform."

He wants Alipay to become the national app in Japan.

The University of Tokyo has a population of 14 billion, and Alipay has 5.65 million active users. If we apply this to Japan, it would need at least 7000 million active users.

At that time, Guang Sheng Bank and Delimei Bank, which are directly associated with Tianxing Financial, will be directly embedded into this system and become online banks with physical banks.

Unlike Jack Ma, Lu Liang doesn't hypocritically claim that power needs to be regulated and that Ant Group's original intention was to serve the people, without any regard for his own interests.

Old Ma's original intention can only be reduced to Lu Liang's grand words; his true intention was to become power itself.

By using a single software, one can control the lifeline of all relevant enterprises, thereby achieving absolute dominance over all industries.

At that time, Tianxing will also establish a brand-new credit system, allowing Lao Ma's ideas to shine overseas.

Once this system can be established in East Asian countries, Lu Liang will bring it with him to save the people of Europe and America.

Ota Rei's eyes widened, stunned by Lu Liang's grand plan. After a long silence, he said in a deep voice, "Sir, I am willing to give my life for you, even unto death."

"The most urgent task is to work with Xingheng to help Tianxing gain control of the companies that have made the takeover bids, at the very least to get them to cooperate in accessing Alipay's platform." Lu Liang smiled, not taking Ota Rei's words to heart.

"Okay, sir."

Ota Rei nodded in agreement. He knew that Lu Liang did not completely trust him yet, but he could understand.

Because trust is like love.
It's not about saying it, it's about doing it.

He will prove with his actions that the Ota family is worthy of Lu Liang's trust.

(End of this chapter)