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Chapter 213 Rejecting the Red Circle; I'll Outlast You! [Seeking Monthly Tickets!]

Novartis Pharmaceuticals!?

Xu De paused slightly, then frowned, his face showing deep doubt.

Suddenly, Wu Xin shuddered and asked, "Could it be that Novartis is going to hold us accountable?"

"After all, we were making a report that violated regulations... no, it doesn't seem like it was a violation, since we at least reported it to the market supervision bureau, but reporting it to Novartis privately seems a bit problematic..."

"Won't."

Xu De rejected it outright.

Novartis isn't that stingy.

Large pharmaceutical companies have a lot of magnanimity.

It's not that the other party has a good temper or is morally upright; it's just that their size and influence are such that they can't be bothered with Qinghe Pharmaceutical. The resources they receive from the other party are less than what they themselves contribute.

Moreover.

They clearly didn't do anything out of line.

Even Novartis should theoretically be thanking them!

"So what's going on?"

Lin Yue pointed to her phone, her face full of surprise, "And...where did they get my phone number?"

"It's alright, True Lord, you go and have some fun first, I'll handle it."

Xu De took the other person's phone and found a text message identifying him and an incoming call.

"In fact, if I'm not mistaken... this isn't a bad thing for us."

Followed by.

He stood up and walked to the side. Lin Yue did not follow, but watched his back with concern.

......

"Beep beep beep~"

"Sizzle!"

corner.

Xu De dialed the phone, then held it to his ear, looked out the window at the scene outside the hospital, and casually said:

"Feed?"

As soon as the sound faded, the other person's voice came through the speaker.

"Hello, Attorney Xu, we are the legal representatives of Novartis Group's East Asia division. I am a lawyer from Tianda Law Firm."

"My surname is Li, you can just call me Attorney Li."

"Originally, it was Attorney Yan from Tengdu Law Firm who was in charge, but I was very interested in you, so I took it upon myself to make the call on behalf of Attorney Yan."

A female voice came through, her words clear and logical.

Xu De paused, a vague piece of information appearing in his mind.

After graduating from university, he spent two years in Yenching.

During this period, I did gain some understanding of the legal profession in Yanjing, including...

I also have some impression of Attorney Li from Tianda Law Firm.

I have never met the other person, but their reputation is exceptionally high.

A top-tier law firm! The truly top-tier lawyers in the East!

"I'm Xu De, Attorney Li... Is there anything urgent you need?" Xu De's expression remained unchanged, and his tone showed no significant change.

Although there is a great chasm between the two, it does not mean that they need to be subservient.

A relaxed, laughing voice came from the speaker.

"Nothing, I'm just a little curious about you."

"Well... I also need to deal with some work-related matters. You know, there are some legal requests that you can't refuse, like those from Novartis' legal department."

"The main reason I'm contacting you today is to ask whether Qinghe Pharmaceutical Company has actually infringed on your rights?"

Attorney Li's voice came through the phone.

Immediately, she changed the subject and quickly added:

"If there is copyright infringement..."

"Novartis expressed its deep regret, but we have high hopes for the future development of Qinghe Pharmaceutical."

"We would be happy to provide Qinghe Pharmaceutical with an investment of tens of millions of yuan."

Whether or not there is actual infringement...

A multi-million dollar investment...

His words lacked logic and were disjointed.

But it's obvious that the other party said this on purpose!

same.

There are no fools here, and Xu De naturally understood the unspoken meaning behind the other party's words!

"A multi-million dollar investment...investment in what?"

Xu De's eyes flashed as he realized the other party's purpose, and he was inwardly astonished.

To kill two birds with one stone.

So, they're extracting compensation from Tianhe, then giving that money to Qinghe to profit from? And Qinghe might even be helping them get the money...

As expected of someone in the red circle, they managed to find such a path in such a short time.

A faint voice came from the speaker.

"Naturally, it's shares."

Novartis Group acquired a 60% stake in Qinghe Pharmaceutical with an investment of 15 million.

"How about it? For Mr. Gao, this is a sure-fire way to make money."

Fifteen million, 60% stake...

That sounds great.

It's important to understand that the entire Qinghe Pharmaceutical Company is worth less than 15 million yuan, not to mention that the other party only wants 60% of the shares. From a transaction perspective, this is extremely profitable!

but......

"Shares? That's impossible."

Xu De frowned and responded in a deep voice.

If you frequently follow news about major companies, you'll notice something.

Shares do not always represent money.

In other words, some companies' shares are so valuable that even if you offer double or triple the money, they still won't sell!

Why?

Because shares also symbolize the company's "power"!

For example, a company has one hundred shareholders, each holding 1% of the shares.

So, if a major event occurs that requires a shareholders' meeting to discuss, who will vote on how to resolve the issue?

It's not a specific person.

Instead, the principle of "majority rules" applies. If 51 shareholders reach a joint solution, then the other 49 shareholders have no choice but to listen to them.

The same reason.

If you start a company, you only own 40% of the shares.

So, this company is nominally yours, but in reality, the real power lies with the shareholder who controls 60% of the shares!

Fifteen million for a 60% stake in Qinghe Pharmaceutical... Sounds like a great deal.

But in reality, it would be equivalent to selling the pharmaceutical company, which Gao Yu would never agree to.

"Impossible!" Xu De replied truthfully.

In the speaker.

On the other end of the phone, Attorney Li's faint laughter came again:

"Attorney Xu, don't worry."

"We have learned about the semi-finished drug [Punatinib], and Novartis is currently very optimistic about it."

"If Mr. Gao is willing to accept the investment... Novartis Group can invest a massive amount of research and development funds, just so that Mr. Gao can succeed in developing the technology as soon as possible!"

Novartis's research and development funding, in later generations, would be enough to amount to tens of billions of dollars annually.

Although it is 2003, it is not much less.

The "massive R&D funding" that Attorney Li mentioned... is at least 30 million!

This is just the first investment. The second and third investments will be made. As long as it is effective, Novartis will make this drug even if it costs hundreds of millions.

Fifteen million in cash, several investments, possibly hundreds of millions...

But the price is 60% of the shares.

With a 60% stake, the other party has the right to oust you at any time. Qinghe Pharmaceutical is one of countless pharmaceutical companies controlled by Novartis Group, and the other party can install personnel to take over the company at any time...

"Impossible. If it's a 40% stake, I can discuss it with Mr. Gao on your behalf."

Xu De spoke up.

Gao Yu would be willing to sell if given the money...

That day, Tianhe will not file a lawsuit.

"Unfortunately, our lowest expectation is a 60% stake."

Attorney Li sighed, sounding as if he were teasing a junior, which made Xu De very uncomfortable.

The other person's voice came again.

"You know that."

"If the pharmaceutical company isn't controlled by Novartis... then Novartis wouldn't invest a single penny in research and development!"

Investing massive amounts of R&D funds while not holding a controlling stake carries considerable risk.

"I'm sorry, Attorney Li."

Xu De shook his head directly, showing no intention of continuing the conversation.

"We understand Novartis's stance and will communicate it to Mr. Gao later."

"We've finished considering this. If you're interested, we'll call you back to discuss further."

Attorney Li replied, "Okay."

The words were spoken.

The call was disconnected.

On the other end of the phone was Novartis.

In the VIP waiting area of ​​the airport.

Wang Cheng and Attorney Yan, both wearing slippers, smiled at Attorney Li as he hung up the phone.

"See, I told you, he has a strong personality."

Attorney Li smiled, not seeming to mind, but remarked with admiration, "Indeed impressive, fifteen million, hundreds of millions invested... just for shares."

"Tsk, if it were an ordinary lawyer, they would probably be eager for Gao Yu to close the deal."

She was somewhat moved.

The lawyer's commission is split in half, with a fixed amount and a percentage of the commission.

If Xu De were to represent Gao Yu and negotiate this contract using a 30% or 20% profit-sharing model... he could become incredibly wealthy overnight!

pity.

The other party refused outright.

"What a pity, such a good opportunity was wasted."

Attorney Yan began.

The call had two purposes: first, to convey Novartis's stance that they were indeed willing to pay that much money.

Secondly, Attorney Li was simply testing how strong the other party was.

"What a pity, such a promising talent... but I dare not take him on," Attorney Li exclaimed.

With that kind of personality... bringing him to Yanjing would cause a lot of trouble; who knows who he might offend.

"Alright, let's stop discussing this."

Upon hearing that the other party was considering recruiting people, Wang Cheng quickly steered the conversation to the main topic.

"Time to check in."

"The case has been filed in Yanjing. Next..."

"We only need to deal with Tianhe."

Attorney Li nodded. "Yes."

......

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Qingwu Province, Wutong City.

"Tsk, they're really rolling in money. They're willing to invest hundreds of millions just because they've seen a promising opportunity... The pharmaceutical industry is really expensive, but also incredibly profitable!"

Inside the hospital.

Xu De looked at his phone, feeling somewhat sentimental.

Novartis only had a liking for a small factory like Qinghe Pharmaceuticals, and didn't even take the drug back for private research, yet they dared to say they would invest hundreds of millions of yuan in it within a few years.

They completely disregard money!

But from another perspective...

It's incredibly profitable to be able to recoup such a huge investment and even make a fortune.

"However, if Gao Yu is willing, there is no need to wait for Tianhe."

Xu De thought about it again.

If Gao Yu were willing, they could plead guilty now, and after pleading guilty, they could receive a big gift package and start their research a year later, without any need for negotiation.

Unfortunately... a 60% stake is really asking too much; it's just Novartis making empty promises to Gao Yu, and she can see through it.

Just as he put his phone away.

Just as I was preparing to leave.

In a daze...

"Beep beep beep~"

Another cell phone rang.

Xu De initially thought Novartis's plans had changed, but then he realized that the phone ringing was coming from his own phone, so he immediately took it out.

Caller ID: [Sun Qiao]

Xu De answered the call, and the next second, Sun Qiao's voice rang out.

"Feed? Attorney Xu, we have already relayed your request to Tianhe Pharmaceutical Company..."

A deep voice rang out.

Xu De paused, composed himself, and said calmly, "Um... what's the answer?"

The phone remained silent for a long time. After a while, Sun Qiao finally spoke:

"Excuse my bluntness... but we cannot meet your request!"

"This isn't just asking for an exorbitant price, it's highway robbery! You're blatantly robbing me!"

Xu De, holding his phone, said coldly and sarcastically:

"Ha, aren't you guys also robbing each other? Stealing formulas, stealing patents."

"I......."

Sun Qiao was speechless for a moment, then softened her tone and said:

"What we mean is... could we discuss this condition further?"

"Three million! Tianhe Pharmaceutical is willing to offer three million!"

Xu De said, "Unfortunately, just now, Novartis contacted us. They are willing to invest 15 million, as well as hundreds of millions of yuan in subsequent R&D funding. Which do you think is more valuable, this 15 million or 3 million?"

Sun Qiao was startled, but quickly understood and said:

"What's the price? Attorney Xu, Novartis isn't as kind as you make it out to be. What's the price? Shares? Or the entire pharmaceutical company?"

"Hehe, don't worry about that."

Xu De was too lazy to say anything more.

"In short... all four conditions are indispensable!"

"So there's no room for negotiation? Attorney Xu, we believe you really can..."

Before Sun Qiao could finish speaking, Xu De hung up the phone.

"Talk? I don't believe you'd really dare to drag this out until Novartis goes to court!"

Xu De snorted coldly.

Now that everything is in place and all the necessary plans have been made, Tianhe is still thinking about negotiations...

At worst, I'll plead guilty and lose the case!

There is less than a week until the trial begins.

Xu De refused to believe that the other party's mental fortitude was so strong that they could drag things out until the trials of Novartis Pharmaceuticals and Gao Yu were about to begin!

And Tianhe Pharmaceuticals...

Inside the meeting room.

"This is outrageous!"

Zhao Gang, the general counsel who had been listening in, was instantly enraged when he saw the phone call end.

Sun Qiao took a deep breath and suggested, "How about... we compromise? After all, Novartis is a tricky company..."

"No."

Zhao Gang was also angered.

"If Gao Yu were willing to sell the formula, Tianhe would have bought it long ago. Novartis approached them... making it sound nice, but it's nothing more than selling the formula. Gao Yu would never agree; it's purely bluffing!"

"Let's just wait and see!"

Zhao Gang pointed at his phone, speaking loudly.

"I refuse to believe he'd risk a drop in win rate and multiple indelible stains on his resume by wasting his time with Tianhe!"

"I don't believe it either..."

"He's really going to drag this out until the trial!!!"

The words were spoken.

Sun Qiao's lips moved for a moment, but he ultimately didn't utter a single word.

Finally, he nodded.

Then let's just wait it out.

Let's see who can outlast whom!

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4 month 25 day.

There are five days left until the trial begins.

Qinghe Pharmaceutical and Tianhe Pharmaceutical seem to have reached some kind of tacit understanding. Despite the court hearing being imminent, the two sides have not exchanged any information.

Zhao Gang sat in his office, his face grim, waiting anxiously.

First People's Hospital.

Xu De sat in the chair, starting to act stubbornly, making it clear that he was not willing to back down an inch.

The two sides continue to stalemate.

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4 month 26 day.

There are four days left until the trial begins.

Novartis has filed a case in Yanjing, which has been taken over by the Intermediate People's Court. The court has contacted Tianhe Pharmaceutical Company, and a conflict between the two parties is inevitable.

Inside Tianhe Pharmaceutical Company.

General Counsel Zhao Gang became increasingly anxious, as pressure from several shareholders began to mount, making it difficult for him to breathe.

He paced back and forth anxiously.

Zhao Gang remained adamant in his belief that the other party would not budge an inch and wouldn't even take the money that was offered for free!

The First People's Hospital.

Xu De sat on a public chair, still stalling with the other party.

......

4 month 28 day.

Both sides are still at a loss with each other.

Despite only two days remaining before the trial, there has been no communication whatsoever.

Zhao Gang's face grew increasingly pale, turning red and then black; he simply refused to believe it...

"Two more days..."

Inside the office of Tianhe Pharmaceutical Company.

"Only two days left..."

General Counsel Zhao Gang, his forehead veins bulging, sat in his chair, gritting his teeth, and said:

"I don't believe you'll actually dare to drag this out until you lose in court!"

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