Chapter 84: The Goal Has Finally Been Achieved
Before Lin Haoran became involved with Qingzhou Yingni, Liu Zhenxing had virtually no chance of advancing any further in the company due to its status as a British-owned enterprise.
In such an environment, no matter how capable one was, it was nearly impossible to overcome the barriers of race and nationality to receive the recognition and promotion one deserved.
Thinking of this, Lin Haoran couldn't help but feel a touch of regret for Liu Zhenxing's more than twenty years of dedication.
"Supervisor Liu, I've truly benefited a great deal from our conversation tonight. Your insights have given me a much deeper understanding of Qingzhou Yingni. It's getting late, and I don't want to keep you any longer—I wouldn't want your wife to start complaining!" Lin Haoran joked as he stood up, bringing their hour-long discussion to a relaxed and pleasant conclusion.
He had indeed gained a wealth of valuable information, and several key details had provided him with crucial insight.
Liu Zhenxing's humility and professionalism had also left a deep impression on him.
"Director Lin, you're too kind. It's only natural for me to help," Liu Zhenxing replied with a sincere smile.
"Alright then, Supervisor Liu. I won't keep you any longer. Have a safe trip home."
Lin Haoran personally escorted Liu Zhenxing downstairs to the entrance of Hengfeng building and watched as he departed.
As he looked at Liu Zhenxing's retreating figure, Lin Haoran silently made up his mind.
He had no intention of revealing his plans for Liu Zhenxing just yet.
Instead, he would let things unfold naturally.
Perhaps in the near future, he would give Liu Zhenxing an unexpected surprise as recognition for his talent and years of hard work.
And that day wouldn't be far away.
Returning home, Lin Haoran enjoyed a good night's sleep.
After speaking with Liu Zhenxing, he decided there was no need to continue investigating further.
He also shelved his original plan to meet with Deputy General Manager Burton.
At present, every clue seemed to point toward Qingzhou Yingni's Finance Department, where the most critical evidence was likely hidden.
Unfortunately, no matter what methods he tried, there was no way the Finance Director would hand over those confidential documents.
The only remaining option...
...was to seize control by force.
He planned to discuss the matter with his father, Lin Wan’an.
As a seasoned veteran of the business world, Lin Wan’an's wealth of experience and sharp judgment would undoubtedly be invaluable.
Lin Haoran could truly feel that his father sincerely wanted the best for him.
The next morning, Lin Haoran did not go to Qingzhou Yingni.
After Su Zhixue and the others arrived at work, he gave them a clear instruction.
"Today, we must acquire more than 600,000 additional shares of Qingzhou Yingni."
He already held 19.443 million shares.
As long as they could purchase another six hundred thousand shares today, his holdings would officially exceed twenty million shares, giving him more than 40% ownership of the company.
That milestone was critically important.
Once he crossed the 40% threshold, even if every other shareholder united against him during a board meeting, they would still be unable to shake his position.
For Su Zhixue and his trading team, purchasing another six hundred thousand shares wasn't particularly difficult.
Although Lin Haoran had previously set a buying limit of no more than HK$6 per share, Qingzhou Yingni's stock price remained stable at around HK$5.50 without any significant increase.
It was obvious that Su Zhixue and his team had deliberately kept acquisition costs low, saving him a considerable amount of money.
Before the market closed at noon, the team had already acquired 420,000 shares.
When trading resumed in the afternoon, they continued buying steadily.
By around 2:30 PM, the day's purchases finally exceeded 600,000 shares.
"Boss, should we continue buying?" Su Zhixue asked after reporting the results.
After giving it some thought, Lin Haoran decisively shook his head.
"Not for now."
He still had other plans for his capital.
Reaching this level of ownership in Qingzhou Yingni was sufficient for the time being.
Once he accumulated enough money through other investments, he would find a way to take Qingzhou Yingni private.
But there was no rush.
"Do we have any new assignments, then?" Su Zhixue asked again.
Lin Haoran smiled.
"Nothing new regarding the stock market for the moment. As the company's Deputy General Manager, continue handling everyone's daily work assignments. But don't relax. Before long, I'll have some very important new tasks for your team."
"I understand, President Lin," Su Zhixue replied respectfully. "I'll prepare today's report and bring it to you shortly."
Just as Su Zhixue reached the office door, Lin Haoran added,
"Also prepare a comprehensive report summarizing our entire Qingzhou Cement stock acquisition campaign. We can consider this phase officially complete."
"Understood, Mr. Lin. I'll finish it as soon as possible."
He then left the office.
Not long afterward, Su Zhixue returned with the completed report and respectfully handed it to Lin Haoran.
As Lin Haoran reviewed the detailed figures, he finally let out a long sigh of relief.
The tension he had been carrying for weeks had finally eased.
Today was October 25th.
As of today, he officially owned 20.05 million shares of Qingzhou Yingni, accounting for 40.1% of the company's total outstanding shares.
To achieve this, he had spent a total of HK$104.86 million, with an average purchase price of HK$5.23 per share.
Lin Haoran carefully calculated his current financial position.
Through three carefully planned loans, he had raised HK$95 million.
Adding his original capital of HK$1 million, the HK$5 million generously provided by his two older sisters, and the HK$70 million profit earned from the Wharf project, his total available funds had reached approximately HK$171 million.
He ignored the small change.
Next, he reviewed his expenditures.
HK$104.86 million spent acquiring Qingzhou Yingni shares.
HK$950,000 spent purchasing his new office.
HK$2.2 million invested in Aimeigao Company.
Altogether, he had spent roughly HK$108 million.
After calculating everything, he concluded that he still had approximately HK$63 million in available cash.
Although that amount might still be somewhat insufficient for the large-scale plans he intended to execute during the coming oil crisis, it was by no means a small sum.
Looking at the report detailing his Qingzhou Yingni holdings, Lin Haoran couldn't help but sigh.
"Making money is fast... but spending it is just as fast."
After putting the report away, Lin Haoran encouraged the company's employees before leaving with his two bodyguards.
There was no need for him to worry about Aimeigao anymore, so he had no plans to visit Lau Luen-hung.
Instead, he intended to pay a visit to Wan'an Group and speak with his father, Lin Wan’an.
(End of Chapter)
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