The place where Feng Yu lives is not as luxurious as Jeff imagined. Many wealthy people prefer more prosperous big cities and then buy a manor on the outskirts of the city.
Although Seattle has a very livable climate and a very good environment, there are no wealthy people who live here except the famous Bill Gates.
It is said that Mr. Feng is a shareholder of Microsoft. If, as rumored, Mr. Feng owns more than ten percent of Microsoft's shares, he would be worth at least several billion dollars. Think about the fact that Bill Gates failed to build it in more than five years. It is known as the number one smart estate in the United States. Mr. Feng lives in this kind of house, which can be regarded as very low-key.
"Hello, Mr. Feng."
Jeff looked around, why didn't he see the hostess? Mr. Feng is so young, how come there is no woman in his family? Why did he only see a cook in her forties
"Sit down, the food will be ready soon. Can you use chopsticks?"
Jeff looked a little embarrassed: "I can try."
Feng Yu turned to the kitchen and shouted: "Sister Zhao, prepare an extra set of Western tableware."
"Thank you." Jeff bowed and thanked.
After the meal was ready, Feng Yu sat at the main seat, with Jeff on his left and Ralph and Wilson on his right.
There was basically no soup in the dishes cooked by Sister Zhao. She skillfully shared them with everyone, and then went outside to help her husband take care of the flower garden. When Mr. Feng was talking, she knew she shouldn't be listening.
The United States is accustomed to sharing meals, and Feng Yu respects other people's habits, but he really wants to say that it's okay to drink soup with a spoon, and eat vegetables with a spoon, which is only done by children in China.
Putting a small piece of potato into his mouth with a spoon, Jeff said with a look of enjoyment: "Mr. Feng, Chinese food is indeed as wonderful as the legend. Potatoes and beef are so delicious together."
"As long as you like it, you can come here often when you have time. Sister Zhao knows many different dishes." Feng Yu said with a smile. When you treat guests, you make them happy and you feel really good.
"Definitely. Mr. Feng, I have something to tell you. The shareholders and directors of the company seem to have different opinions on your investment." Jeff said embarrassedly. He had previously praised Haikou for three days. It can be done.
"Really? What did they say?" Feng Yu asked with a smile.
"They said they want you to invest US$25 million and give you 35% of the shares." Several shareholders still support Jeff, so that the power of the company will still be in his hands. .
Before Feng Yu could speak, Ralph retorted: "Mr. Jeff, I remember your company's registered capital is 30 million U.S. dollars, right? The boss contributed 25 million U.S. dollars, so the company's total equity should be 50 million U.S. dollars." For fifteen million U.S. dollars, the boss should be able to get 45.45% of the equity, 35%, how did you calculate it?"
Feng Yu smiled and said nothing. He also wanted to hear Jeff's explanation. How could this company appreciate so much when it has never been profitable
Or... Jeff doesn't want him to become the majority shareholder
Jeff put down his fork and spoon and explained: "Mr. Feng, Mr. Ralph, of course I know that this is an obvious capital injection at a premium. But although I am the major shareholder in the company, I am not the controlling shareholder. They made I can’t refute the decision.”
Although Jeff is a major shareholder in Amazon, he only occupies one-third of the total share capital. This is the most money he can spend. He also has other stocks, real estate and other assets worth only five million US dollars. Or so, he really doesn’t have that much money.
Ralph wanted to say something else, but Feng Yu waved his hand to stop him: "It is okay to inject capital at a premium, but with such a high premium, it is a bit unreasonable. You also said that your company's profitability is actually not high. Two Fifteen million US dollars, I want 40% of the shares. You go back and tell the shareholders that if they agree, then sign the contract and the funds will arrive on the same day. If they don’t agree, let them continue to find others. Investors are good, maybe there are investors who are more generous than me."
Ralph stopped talking. The boss’ intention to invest in Amazon was so obvious, so of course he would not persuade him. In the future, the Amazon shares may be handed over to him. Why did the boss hire only him as a secretary, and the boss didn't like to do it himself
Jeff was overjoyed: "Don't worry, Mr. Feng. If I can't get those shareholders to agree to this condition, I will be embarrassed to discuss investment with Mr. Feng again."
Feng Yu swallowed what was in his mouth and asked curiously: "Don't you have a very good relationship with those shareholders?"
"The reason why they wanted to invest in my company was because they believed that I was an Internet company and would definitely make money after it went public. But I am different from those Internet technology companies. Amazon is just a website that sells books. Of course, this is also an attempt, just like Mr. Feng said, online shopping mall. If selling books can make a profit, then other products should also be able to find profit models."
"Can I understand that if there is a chance, those shareholders will sell their Amazon shares?" Feng Yu asked.
Jeff was stunned for a moment: "Mr. Feng still wants to acquire their shares?" Oops, wouldn't Mr. Feng's shares exceed 50%
"Why not? This company is your dream, but I also like it very much. And those shareholders just want to make money in the name of the Internet company. In other words, they are not worthy of holding Amazon stocks. You tell me, If any of the directors in the company has ever thought of selling their shares, I asked Ralph to talk to them and acquire all the shares, and let those people go to hell."
What a great opportunity to become the majority shareholder of Amazon and to tie Jeff, Amazon’s most important decision-maker, to his chariot. When this kind of opportunity appears in front of him, how can Feng Yu let it go? In this way, Jeff still couldn't see that Feng Yu's purpose of cannibalizing Amazon's shares was to achieve multiple goals with one stone.
Jeff was silent. Due to Feng Yu's investment, his shares in Amazon itself would be diluted. Now if Feng Yu purchases the shares from other shareholders, wouldn't Feng Yu become the controlling shareholder of Amazon
Will Feng Yu have the final say in this company in the future
Feng Yu saw Jeff's worries and said with a smile: "The legal representative of the company is still you. I will not interfere in the company's business decisions. You can find someone to form the board of directors, and Ralph will be the supervisor. If the company in the future When the company goes public, executives can also be awarded some shares."
Jeff saw through Feng Yu's thoughts and smiled coquettishly: "Since Mr. Feng said so, then if I still object, I will be a little ignorant of current affairs. I will ensure that Amazon's business will get better and better, and let Mr. Feng invest as soon as possible." , see the rewards.”
Feng Yu raised his glass: "Then, I wish us success!"
Ralph, who was about to become Amazon’s supervisor, also excitedly raised his glass and said loudly: “I wish Amazon success!”
… (To be continued.)