Inheritance of Two Trillion Chapter 2493 - 1840: Eye-Opening Experience (Part 2)

Having only just received the news himself that very morning, Yang Xiaoyun lacked comprehensive knowledge about Bai Xiaosheng. The information he had was currently being painstakingly gathered, making it challenging to provide a definitive answer.

Operating on a foundation of partial conjecture, Yang Xiaoyun surmised that Bai Xiaosheng possessed a significant background, potentially attending this event to bolster his reputation.

Such occurrences are hardly uncommon within the global business arena, seen frequently across all regions.

Previously, Bai Xiaosheng had garnered media attention due to substantial disagreements with a Mr. Brown. Yang Xiaoyun interpreted this coverage as evidence of a strategic force operating behind the scenes. After all, how could a man in his thirties, armed with a few astute business ideas, possibly contend with a figure like Brown?

Yang Xiaoyun's assessment, coincidentally, mirrored that of Yang Yishan.

Consequently, Yang Yishan harbored a secret disdain for this young man, believing him to be leveraging his connections for influence, though he kept these feelings concealed.

Observing Bai Xiaosheng's subdued demeanor, characterized by mere nods and smiles, Yang Yishan's conviction grew stronger.

An hour dedicated to the presentation concluded swiftly.

Yang Yishan politely extended an invitation for any questions from the assembled business representatives.

The underlying objective of this report was, in fact, understood by all present.

Typically, any inquiries would revolve around the extent of proposed price increases and the specific terms governing various aspects of cooperation.

Under normal circumstances, someone might have posed a question. While Yang Yishan might not have held the final say, Yang Xiaoyun, the second-in-command of the Yang Corporation, was present and capable of providing answers.

However, during their journey to this meeting, a consensus had been reached through discreet discussions with figures like Dong Tianlu: these inquiries would be deferred to their new leader, Bai Xiaosheng. Thus, silence prevailed.

After his inquiry, Yang Yishan was momentarily taken aback by the surprising lack of questions. He maintained his composure, offering a refined smile, and announced, "Since none of you esteemed business leaders have any questions, I shall proceed with the arrangements for the upcoming visit."

With his statement concluded, Yang Yishan cast a glance towards his father before making his exit.

Meanwhile, Yang Xiaoyun was also experiencing considerable bewilderment.

Could it be that none of the attendees were interested in discussing the terms of cooperation?

They had clearly signaled their intentions earlier.

This introductory presentation was merely a precursor; why was there no interest in topics pertaining to future collaborative ventures?

"Is it possible that these Huaxia merchants have discovered our intention to sever ties with our current partners and seek replacements across the board? That's utterly impossible!"

Yang Xiaoyun mused inwardly, a sense of astonishment washing over him.

Due to certain international political factors and evolving economic policies, Western nations had begun to accelerate their procurement activities, resulting in highly favorable pricing for oil products.

More importantly, forging commercial alliances with Western entities had always been a primary objective for their group, with the potential for additional business opportunities on the horizon.

Recently, a confidential internal meeting at Yang Corporation had resolved to discontinue Eastern partnerships, thereby fully concentrating on satisfying the Western market's demands.

The rationale behind maintaining the current visit schedule, despite this strategic shift, and continuing engagement with these Eastern merchants...

Naturally, there were underlying reasons and specific intentions at play...

Yang Xiaoyun found it difficult to believe that these individuals were privy to the secret resolution from the Yang Family's internal deliberations. He felt compelled to personally seize control of the conversation's direction.

With an immediate smile, Yang Xiaoyun addressed Bai Xiaosheng and the assembled guests: "Mr. Bai, ladies, and gentlemen, all arrangements for the visit have been finalized and are available for your review at your convenience. However, I believe a mere visit serves as a formality; your presence here signifies your interest in cooperation. Currently, with burgeoning demand from both Eastern and Western markets, we have increased our production capacity and significantly enhanced product quality. This naturally requires us to adapt to market shifts, necessitating a judicious upward adjustment of prices and an improvement in cooperation terms. As members of the business community, I trust this is understandable, correct?"

Yang Xiaoyun had unexpectedly broached the subject of price increases directly.

However, upon concluding his statement, he observed that all eyes in the room were fixed upon Bai Xiaosheng.

Yang Xiaoyun was suddenly taken aback, pondering if these distinguished businessmen genuinely intended to place this young man in charge?

"Mr. Yang, would you be so kind as to step aside for a moment? I wish to discuss this matter with you privately," Bai Xiaosheng requested with a smile, setting down his teacup.

"This..." Yang Xiaoyun offered a smile, his gaze shifting towards the others.

Dong Tianlu, Lu Tiandao, Zhang Qinglin, Wang Xuantian, and the others were either leisurely sipping tea or peeling fruit, with nary a soul stepping forward to speak, seemingly deferring to Bai Xiaosheng's request.

The rest of the attendees mirrored their passive stance.

Yang Xiaoyun felt his footing shift but managed to maintain his smile, rising to say to Bai Xiaosheng, "Very well, I shall converse with Mr. Bai first. Please, lead the way!"

Bai Xiaosheng also stood, a smile gracing his lips.

As Yang Xiaoyun escorted Bai Xiaosheng away, they happened to encounter Yang Yishan, who was returning at that very moment.

"Yishan, have someone send tea and coffee to the small VIP room; I am going to discuss cooperation matters with Mr. Bai." Yang Xiaoyun instructed.

Yang Yishan agreed, with a bewildered gaze, looking at Bai Xiaosheng and her father, observing them head over.

"Discuss with him?" Yang Yishan frowned slightly, glancing into the room where Dong Tianlu and others were, "Can he represent those people?!"

Even though disbelieving, she still followed her father’s instructions and got someone to prepare tea.

On another end, Bai Xiaosheng followed Yang Xiaoyun into that small VIP room, where they both took seats.

"Mr. Yang must be very curious about my qualifications to represent everyone there in negotiating terms with you." Bai Xiaosheng said with a smile.

"Mr. Bai is being too modest, after all, you are the delegation leader and the spokesperson isn’t strange, besides, your name is quite popular lately." Yang Xiaoyun laughed heartily.

"You’re too complimentary." Bai Xiaosheng smiled and continued, "Then let’s be straightforward. Among those seated there, five already have cooperation with Yang Corporation, six arrived to sign contracts. The industries and product categories involved include these..."

Bai Xiaosheng spoke at a steady pace, covering the content thoroughly.

Even memorizing them requires immense mental effort.

This somewhat made Yang Xiaoyun view Bai Xiaosheng more favorably.

After speaking, Bai Xiaosheng even took out paper materials from his bag, passing them over one by one, "These are previously presented prices from Yang Corporation to partners. These are Yang Corporation’s hinted price increase intentions, which I have summarized. Please check for any discrepancies."

Yang Xiaoyun extended his hand, browsing rapidly.

At that moment, the door was knocked, then someone entered.

Miss Yang Yishan personally brought in tea and coffee.

"Yishan, take a look at these." Yang Xiaoyun, seeing Yang Yishan putting down her items, handed over the documents Bai Xiaosheng provided.

Yang Yishan took them, her expressive eyes scanning quickly, instantly surprised.

Unexpectedly, someone printed these out to bring to negotiations...

Is this behavior a bit naive...

What could those merchants be thinking, letting Bai Xiaosheng joke around like this?

"Mr. Bai, negotiations should be conducted one by one, each differing, yet you have summarized everything, implying you plan to standardize a cooperation template?" Yang Yishan couldn’t help but speak to Bai Xiaosheng with a laugh.

"Yishan, I asked you to see them, not to speak to Mr. Bai this way." Yang Xiaoyun promptly reprimanded.

Yang Yishan instantly offered an apologetic shrug.

Bai Xiaosheng was unbothered, smiling and saying to Yang Xiaoyun, "Your daughter truly has good insight. Indeed, I am here representing everyone to discuss a standardized cooperation template with you."

Bai Xiaosheng’s words left Yang Xiaoyun and his daughter stunned.

Bai Xiaosheng smiled, "Our time for visits is limited. Negotiating one by one with you would waste considerable time, and for businesspeople, time cost is also expensive. In Huaxia, there’s a saying: a single tree doesn’t make a forest; a hundred flowers make spring. With over ten partners consolidated into one, wouldn’t such sizable collaboration be considered a super client for Yang Family!"

"If Yang Family genuinely intends to cooperate, why not lower the cooperation terms, how about providing further discounts." Bai Xiaosheng smiled.

Yang Xiaoyun and his daughter looked bizarrely at Bai Xiaosheng.

Sounded like converting retail into wholesale...

In so many years mingling in the business world, it’s the first time encountering someone negotiating terms this way.

Yang Xiaoyun couldn’t help mumbling, "Eye-opener!"