Cutting-edge technology: Starting with individual stealth equipment

Chapter 117 If you don't want to be dignified, someone will make it dignified for you.

Friday, August 22, Xin'an.

Outside the top-floor conference room of DeepBlue Technology's new headquarters, Shen Yuxin and two staff members were making final preparations.

"Please confirm the list."

"All seven organizations have confirmed their attendance; they will arrive at the company in twenty minutes."

Shen Yuxin glanced at the time and then nodded.

She checked the documents on the conference table again. In front of each party was a sealed folder containing a revised draft of the agreement.

About twenty minutes later, representatives from the seven funding institutions arrived almost simultaneously.

They flew in from different cities.

Representatives from several major investment institutions entered DeepBlue Technology's new headquarters building. The head of IDG Capital bumped into someone from Sequoia Capital and immediately asked, "Luo, do you know what's going on today?"

Mr. Luo shook his head: "I was just asking you, the notice only said there were important matters that needed to be discussed in person, but it didn't reveal the specifics."

The elevator doors opened, and Shen Yuxin was already waiting in the corridor.

She pointed to the security checkpoint and said, "Gentlemen, please put your electronic devices in the storage box by the door. They will be returned to you in their original condition after the meeting."

Upon hearing this, the group exchanged glances, each seeing a hint of uncertainty in the others' eyes.

This display of force made them realize that this meeting was unusual and that the content of the conversation should not be recorded.

"Is it necessary?" Dong Junhe of Jinsheng Capital couldn't help but ask.

"It's necessary," Shen Yuxin said with a smile, offering no further explanation.

Seeing this, Dong Junhe had no choice but to cooperate by taking off his phone and watch and putting them inside, and then his whole body was scanned again.

The others also handed over their devices in turn, had them scanned, and passed the security check before being led into the conference room.

The seven investors took their seats, but Lin Chuan had not yet arrived.

But they didn't have to wait long. Two minutes later, the conference room door opened again, and Lin Chuan walked in. Everyone's eyes immediately focused on him.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I've invited you here today because there's something I need to discuss in person."

Lin Chuan sat down at the conference table, then immediately opened the document in front of him, getting straight to the point without any small talk or pleasantries.

The seven people stared at him intently. Lin Chuan looked around at everyone and continued, "I would like to amend the previously signed exit agreement. The previous agreement stipulated that after DeepBlue Technology achieved its 3000 billion yuan cash dividend target, the founder or the company could initiate a mandatory buyback procedure at any time, and the investors could not refuse."

Lin Chuan continued, "I don't want to wait until we've distributed 300 billion in dividends. Let's just discuss a number, and everyone can take their money and exit."

Dong Junhe and the others were stunned for a moment. Another investor opened his mouth as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he didn't say anything.

Lin Chuan didn't give them time to process the information and directly announced the numbers.

"60 billion each, a fixed price."

He turned to the next page of the document, which listed the original investment amounts and profit projections for each company.

"None of you have invested for more than two years, and you all entered with 17 billion yuan. Now you are exiting with 60 billion yuan, making a net profit of 43 billion yuan. This return on investment is not low at all, and it saves you at least five to eight years of time costs."

According to the previous agreement, the seven major investors have been involved for a year and a half.

Based on the annual premium rate of the invested principal, this premium is approximately 19 billion yuan, plus the expected dividends of 90 billion yuan.

If calculated according to the original agreement, each institution would receive approximately 109 billion yuan, including principal and interest, if they withdraw now.

But Lin Chuan only quoted them 60 billion, which is 49 billion less.

The seven investors present were all taken aback by these words, and several of them immediately became restless.

One of the attendees, a man named Wu Qiming, was the first to lose his temper. With barely suppressed surprise and displeasure, he said, "President Lin, it's really unfair of you to force us out of the car like that."

The others nodded in agreement.

They are now surprised, confused, but mostly dissatisfied.

Normally, even if you really wanted to kick them off the bus, wouldn't you at least lay some groundwork beforehand?

For example, they might start by throwing out some smoke bombs or saying something like, "Considering everyone's investment cycle," or "To provide everyone with a more flexible exit strategy," which are just polite phrases.

Lin Chuan, on the other hand, didn't even bother to pretend.

Is he not afraid that the investors will not accept his direct approach and will reject him on the spot?

In fact, Lin Chuan had no intention of beating around the bush with them at all.

Because this is not up to them; the national team needs to enter the field, so they have to move to a different position.

At this moment, General Manager Luo spoke up. He looked at Lin Chuan and said, "General Manager Lin, it's impossible for us to give up 60 billion yuan. The 3% equity I hold is worth 365 billion yuan based on the current market value of DeepBlue Technology."

Lin Chuan calmly said, "President Shen, what you're saying doesn't make sense. The original agreement gave you a fixed premium every year, and the rise and fall of the stock price in the secondary market has nothing to do with the shares you hold."

The other party immediately retorted, "But it doesn't make sense for you to ask us to withdraw with 60 billion."

Lin Chuan said calmly, "Isn't this something I'm discussing with everyone here?"

At this point, Dong Junhe said, "If you're planning to let us withdraw with 60 billion, I think there's no room for negotiation. At least my Jinsheng Capital will absolutely not agree."

The other six major investors also stated that they would absolutely not agree to amend the agreement.

They are now fearless, after all, the agreement is there, and they are guaranteed to win if they go to court.

However, Lin Chuan's next sentence stunned everyone present.

He calmly said, "I'm asking you to leave now not because I want you to get off the bus, but because other people want to get on, and you have to make room."

"Who is it?" Wu Qiming leaned forward, his tone tinged with defiance. "I'd like to see who this big shot is. Does he think we have to get off just because he says we can get on?"

Lin Chuan glanced around at everyone present and smiled inwardly.

He then calmly said, "Let me get straight to the point. Several top national institutions have confirmed their intention to strategically invest in DeepBlue Technology, and they have already spoken with me about it recently."

He said those words casually, but they made everyone present change their expressions.

The conference room fell silent immediately. Dong Junhe and the others quickly exchanged glances, but Lin Chuan didn't give them time to process the information.

His gaze swept calmly across each of their faces: "You must make way."

"Mr. Lin, what if we don't agree?" Dong Junhe asked, his tone both tentative and firm.

Procedurally, the prerequisite for amending the agreement is mutual agreement. If the seven major investors do not accept it, the original agreement will prevail in law.

Lin Chuan looked at Dong Junhe, a faint smile playing on his lips: "Disagree? So, are you planning to refuse a toast and then suffer the consequences?"

Dong Junhe's pupils suddenly contracted, and the expressions of the others froze instantly.

Lin Chuan didn't waste words with them: "Even if you guys add up your numbers to ten, you still can't persuade them. If you agree, you can make a steady profit and exit with your principal and interest. If you want more and refuse to get off the train, you may end up with nothing. Not only will you not make any profit, but you may even lose your principal."

These words made everyone present uneasy; Lin Chuan's meaning was very straightforward.

If you don't want to be dignified, someone will make it dignified for you.

Lin Chuan continued, "All of you here are top-notch capital operation experts in the industry. You know better than I how many legal and compliant means a founder can use to make shareholders leave empty-handed if the shareholders have no control over the company."

The expressions of Dong Junhe and the others present darkened almost simultaneously.

They knew Lin Chuan wasn't exaggerating; as people in the capital circle, they were all too aware of it.

For example, the "restructuring and upgrading" operation.

When a major shareholder effectively controls the company and has absolute control, and some external shareholders become obstacles.

Through a series of legal operations such as asset restructuring, business spin-offs, and related-party transactions, the core assets were transferred from the existing company to another company wholly controlled by the major shareholder.

In the end, the equity held by external shareholders corresponds to nothing more than an empty shell company whose core technology and core business have been hollowed out.

Lin Chuan is the founder and actual controller of DeepBlue Technology.

His control over the company far exceeded that of a typical major shareholder. The agreement signed by the seven major investors present at the time meant that they had completely lost control of DeepBlue Technology and were unable to stop Lin Chuan.

Most importantly, Lin Chuan is now openly telling them that several top national teams are going to enter the stadium.

This means that Lin Chuan and Deep Blue Technology are protected by an entity they cannot afford to offend, and if Lin Chuan were to push forward the "restructuring and upgrading" operation, it would be incredibly smooth.

At this moment, Lin Chuan observed the changes in their expressions and knew that they had already figured out the score in their hearts.

"Now you are presented with two choices."

Lin Chuan extended one finger.

"The first option is to accept the revised agreement, take the 60 billion, and leave. Although it's less than the expected return, it saves a lot of time."

He extended his second finger.

"Secondly, refuse to amend the agreement. I won't force you, but you should be prepared to lose everything."

Lin Chuan put his hands back on the table and leaned back in his chair in a tactical pose.

"The choice is yours, and the time limit is one day. I will be waiting for your answers at this time tomorrow."

After saying that, before everyone could recover, Lin Chuan closed the folder in front of him, stood up, turned around, pushed open the conference room door, and walked out.

Silence fell over the meeting room once again, as everyone present weighed the weight of reality they had to face.

The seven major investors left in a hurry, and then gathered again at a local hotel to discuss the matter.

"Gentlemen, what are your thoughts on this matter?"

"Is his claim about the national team entering the stadium true or false?"

"It's hard to say."

These seven major investors actually had some doubts, suspecting the possibility that Lin Chuan was deceiving them.

If you fall for it, you'll suffer a huge loss.

But the problem is, they don't dare to gamble.

What if it's true?

Dong Junhe said in a deep voice, "I think the probability is quite high. If he's going to cheat like that, he should be worried about hitting the jackpot."

The others couldn't help but nod secretly, and then thought it was unlikely to be a deception.

The reason is simple: Lin Chuan dares to say it so bluntly because he is not afraid of being hit by a truck or a lucky break. The reason he is not afraid is that he has the protection of the imperial family.

Moreover, those present were already certain that Lin Chuan had a powerful figure behind him.

His explicit statement that top national team organizations would be involved further confirms this point.

The room remained quiet for a long time.

Dong Junhe opened the folder he had brought and carefully read through the terms of the new agreement.

After reading it, he let out a long sigh.

"Taking 60 billion yuan is a return on investment, and the annualized rate of return is indeed not low. But considering DeepBlue Technology's current market value and future growth potential, it's too painful to take this money."

Now I'm no longer worried that the company won't make money; the risk is basically gone.

According to the previous agreement, there is a fixed premium every year, plus dividends. For investors, the longer the holding period, the greater the total return.

"It's heartbreaking, as I am," President Luo stood up and picked up his briefcase. "But he's right, we have no leverage to refuse. He holds the reins, and we're so passive that we can't even offer the most basic right to object."

He said helplessly, "Instead of taking the risk of gambling on a game with a high probability of losing, it's better to take the money and leave. Even if we earn less, at least we've made a profit."

The heads of the seven organizations returned to their respective hotels; none of them went back home because Lin Chuan had only given them one day.

So, everything was done via emergency video conference.

That evening, the core decision-makers of the seven funding institutions held a joint meeting via video link.

In the early hours of the morning, the seven major investment institutions reached a consensus.

At 10:00 AM, two and a half hours earlier than the deadline given by Lin Chuan, DeepBlue Technology received seven encrypted emails.

The emails came from seven funding institutions and contained almost identical content.

They agreed to amend the early exit agreement and accept an exit plan of 60 billion yuan per company.

Shen Yuxin placed the printed confirmation letters on Lin Chuan's desk. He read them one by one and then called the legal director into his office.

That afternoon, the revised share repurchase agreement was officially signed.

DeepBlue Technology repurchased all the equity held by seven investment institutions for a total price of RMB 420 billion, with the payment method being cash.

The payment will be made in two installments. The first installment of RMB 200 billion will be transferred within 15 working days after the signing, and the remaining funds will be settled within one month after the completion of the business registration change.

The signing took place in the same conference room.

Unlike the previous day, the representatives of the seven funding institutions did not talk to each other this time, and the whole process was quiet and quick.

Dong Junhe was the last to sign.

After signing the document, he looked at Lin Chuan and asked, "Mr. Lin, could you tell me specifically which organizations are part of the national team?"

Lin Chuan handed the signed documents to the legal counsel, then slowly said, "You'll find out when the time comes."

Upon hearing this, Dong Junhe paused for a moment, then nodded slightly.

He didn't say another word, picked up his briefcase, and turned to leave.

Thus, the seven major investors were eliminated. They knew they couldn't fight city hall, and although they were unwilling, their exit was swift and decisive.