MMB Chapter 1690 What is she doing here?
Chapter 1690 What is she doing here?
Chapter 1690 What is she doing here?
"hehe--"
Li Xuewu chuckled softly, a sound that was so jarring in the silent room that it drew everyone's attention.
Hideji Nakamura nodded to the guards who were looking over, indicating that they could wait.
Just as Yoshiko Oshima asked the question, the security personnel signaled to the guards to take her away.
If Li Xuewu hadn't spoken up, Yoshiko Oshima would have been rudely evicted by now.
"Leaving aside how much attention our activities in Japan have received, let's talk about the feasibility of this matter."
He raised an eyebrow in Yoshiko Oshima's direction and said, "I'd like to ask, who among you here can do that?"
"You? Ms. Yoshiko Oshima."
Li Xuewu looked her over with amusement and said, "If you were the one dodging the bullets, or the one firing the gun..."
He asked directly, "Tell me, what are the chances of success?"
"To achieve perfect accuracy would require a god," he said, shaking his head with amusement. "Even if you believe in God, God couldn't do it."
"Hehehe—" The atmosphere at the scene eased because of Li Xuewu's calm reply, and everyone at the scene chuckled softly, some even mocking Oshima Yoshiko.
Some male journalists believe that a woman like Yoshiko Oshima shouldn't live such a sharp life; having children would be much better.
“But you can’t deny that Mr. Nishida died because of you.” Yoshiko Oshima’s words became increasingly rude and dangerous.
Even Nakamura and others who had remained silent couldn't stand it anymore, and some reporters even stood up to rebuke her.
"In a sense, his death really did have something to do with me."
Li Xuewu waited until the noise in the room subsided before calmly saying, "I believe that you, as the uncrowned kings, have already learned that he has murderous intentions towards me."
"This is something I only learned about today."
He shook his head slightly and sighed, "This puzzles me and saddens me greatly. I never expected this..."
At this point, Li Xuewu's voice lowered.
The reporters present, including the commissioner from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, were somewhat moved, and even felt ashamed.
Killing someone when cooperation fails—what kind of manners are these?
Li Xuewu refrained from saying something like, "Is this how all Japanese companies treat their partners?" Otherwise, all the efforts the Ministry of Industry and Trade had made over the years would have been in vain.
Therefore, today's meeting makes it almost certain that Honggang Group will acquire a stake in Sanhe, and even the Ministry of Industry and Trade hopes that this matter will be resolved as soon as possible.
In order to mitigate the impact and properly handle the situation between the two parties, the Matsumura family, which has a relatively good relationship with China, took the lead in getting involved.
It's not just about satisfying Honggang Group and getting them to stop pursuing the matter; the deeper meaning is about breaking the deadlock.
The current situation in foreign affairs requires actively promoting the normalization of diplomatic relations through cooperation and exchanges between industrial and trade enterprises.
As a major force in industry and the economy, Honggang Group is representative in many fields to a certain extent.
So, this matter ends here.
But some people just had to stand up and tear off this fig leaf, and drag that deadbeat Nishida out into the open again.
The Ministry of Industry's commissioner looked at Yoshiko Oshima with a gaze that was not one of awe for an uncrowned queen, but rather with a faint sense of disgust.
Never underestimate these cadres who value work performance; they have some killer skills at their disposal.
Today is probably the last time Yoshiko Oshima will attend a press conference related to the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry; her name will never be heard again.
Still unwilling to give up, Yoshiko Oshima was eventually taken away by the guards, for no reason...
After the press conference ended, Li Xuewu decisively got into his car and left, ignoring Matsumura Nanako's attempts to entice him.
There's still no word from Panasonic.
Liu Bin turned around from the passenger seat and reported to him, "There's been some news from Honda that they're holding a special executive meeting, and they seem to be in a hurry."
"Hmm—" Li Xuewu, sitting in the back seat, responded with his eyes slightly closed. After thinking for a moment, he opened his eyes and asked, "What about Toyota? Any news from there?"
"I heard they were extremely annoyed." Liu Bin pursed his lips and said, "Your combination of moves has stunned them."
"It's not that mysterious—"
Li Xuewu glanced at him, knowing he was trying to flatter him, but he was still very confident in Toyota.
As he said this, he looked out the window and asked, "What are Gu Li and Deputy Director Gu doing?"
"They heard about our situation and called around noon," Liu Bin thought for a moment and reported softly, "Catherine, the general manager of Geely Star Shipbuilding, called and said she wanted to see you."
"It's still gone. I was too sensitive about it."
Li Xuewu said calmly, "The appearance of Sanhe is already troublesome enough. Don't drag Jilixing into this as well."
He turned to Liu Bin and said, "Can you call her back for me and tell her I'm fine, and we can talk about it when I get back to China?"
“She’s in Tokyo,” Liu Bin raised an eyebrow, hesitated for a moment, and asked, “Is something wrong?”
"It's alright, they'll contact me through the group if anything happens."
Li Xuewu closed his eyes again, and said wearily, "The more this is the case, the more we need to keep a low profile."
"Yes, that's what Director Li said too."
Liu Bin nodded slowly, glanced back ahead, and after thinking for a moment, reminded him, "I heard that both Jinan Automobile and Beijing Automobile are in contact with Isuzu, and the negotiations have reached the final stage."
He paused here, and seeing that Li Xuewu had opened his eyes, he continued, "Harbin Automobile and Sichuan Automobile have also arranged for people to participate, it seems that they are going to introduce pickup trucks."
"Pikachu?" Li Xuewu raised an eyebrow, tilted his head slightly, and asked in confusion, "Whose idea was this?"
Are there pickup trucks in China?
Of course! Even if we're poor, we're still a major industrial nation with a complete range of products. What kind of car can't we manufacture?
Both SAIC and Beijing Automotive have them. Although they are still somewhat different from Hyundai's pickup trucks, they are indeed pickup trucks.
SAIC's pickup truck is a modified 7221 sedan, which is a "cargo van".
It features rear-wheel drive, a steel plate body, a front cabin plus a rear cargo box, a load capacity of half a ton, and is mostly used for urban commercial and suburban transportation.
Beijing Automotive also has one, the BJ121, a long-wheelbase two-wheel drive pickup truck available in soft and hardtop versions, which is used as a pickup truck in many places.
Then there's Beijing No. 2 Automobile Factory, the factory where Gu Litong works. Their BJ130 isn't really a pickup truck; it should be classified as a light truck. The same goes for the Yuejin NJ130 and Jiefang CA10; they should also be classified as light trucks.
"In previous years, Isuzu and Toyota held shares in each other and carried out technical and production cooperation for a period of time."
Liu Bin explained, "Isuzu's current Isuzu Elf light truck and Isuzu KB series pickup truck were developed by Toyota."
"However, they weren't interested in those two models, but rather in Toyota's current Hilux."
He raised his eyebrows and said with a smile, "I heard it was Deputy Director Gu's idea. He thinks this thing will definitely sell well."
"Hehe—" Li Xuewu shook his head with amusement and said, "It's not that pickup trucks sell well, it's that all kinds of vehicles sell well."
"But the key question is whether we can make money or not."
He took a deep breath and said, "Now we have a planned production economy. No matter what technology or products we introduce this time, there will be no shortage of buyers."
"But one thing is certain: sales are planned, production is planned, but the market is not."
Li Xuewu calmly stated, "If we produce a thousand units and sell a thousand units, the actual profit won't even cover the costs. What's the point of doing this?"
"Even if a planned economy could afford to maintain a pickup truck, what about the future?"
"You mean..." Liu Bin asked疑惑地问道, "They chose the wrong target this time?"
"It's a duplicate. There are domestic alternatives, so even if we import Hilux now, it won't sell."
Li Xuewu explained to him, "What is the reason why Honggang Group was able to develop the automobile industry?"
Liu Bin was puzzled, not because he didn't understand the significance of the question, but because he didn't understand what the leader was trying to say.
"It's because I made money, a lot of money."
Li Xuewu curled his lip and said, "If it weren't for the net profit from exports in the past few years, we would all be starving."
“That’s true,” Liu Bin nodded in agreement. “The welfare benefits over the years have been supported by exports.”
"There's nothing we can do about it."
Li Xuewu pointed out the window and said, "Do you see that? The freedom and prosperity of a market economy."
"But there's a price to pay, and I've learned that lesson."
Having experienced a setback, Liu Bin had become much more cautious in his character. He nodded and said, "There is no perfect economic system."
“That’s why I say planning should be combined with marketization,” Li Xuewu glanced at him, thinking he had some intelligence, and continued, “Marketization is like an ox; you have to tether it to make it work for you.”
“I can foresee the group’s future prosperity.” Liu Bin smiled and said, “We’ve reaped a great harvest this time.”
"General Manager Gao didn't come; she's in a meeting. She said that quite a few companies have proactively contacted us to negotiate."
He introduced with great enthusiasm: "Toyota is still at a stalemate, Honda is about to surrender, and there's also Toray."
"Don't be too happy yet," Li Xuewu smiled and said, "Tomorrow is the last day, let's see the results."
“I think the impact of the Sanhe incident will continue to grow.” Liu Bin turned around and said with a smile, “After tonight, Honggang Group will be the main topic of discussion tomorrow morning.”
Li Xuewu didn't say anything to him or explain anything further, but instead looked out the car window.
He had already made a list of all the gifts that needed to be bought and handed it over to Qi Yan to buy. He had thought of everything that needed to be thought of.
There were too many things going on this time, and too many eyes were on him, so it wasn't convenient for him to go out shopping.
If he could, he would love to stroll around the shopping district, or even just to see Tokyo's nightlife.
There is no lively nightlife near the Plaza Hotel, and even after the attack on Honda headquarters, the number of security personnel here has more than doubled.
As Li Xuewu got out of the car, he felt the gazes cast upon him; they were from the security personnel.
Do you think he's a real troublemaker?
"You would never guess that Sony would actually contact us on its own initiative."
When Gao Yaqin returned from the meeting, she saw Li Xuewu eating in his room and excitedly walked in, plopping down on the sofa.
"Any collaborative projects?"
Li Xuewu was eating dinner. He had returned late, but Old Li had arranged for someone to prepare dinner for him.
Gao Yaqin gestured for him to eat slowly, then introduced herself, "No, there's only one day left, how can we talk?"
She raised an eyebrow and said, "Time in Tokyo is limited, but time back in the mainland is unlimited."
“I have already consulted with Director Li, and he has also communicated with Director Han Song.”
As if she were taking what she was about to say very seriously, she sat up straight and explained earnestly, "I have already extended invitations on behalf of the group to the companies that have already reached cooperation agreements or those that have not yet reached agreements."
"Hmm?" Li Xuewu looked at her with some surprise and asked, "An invitation? An invitation to what?"
“First, there was an invitation from the Andrew Buyers Club,” Gao Yaqin said with a smile. “Second, there was direct access to the Binhai Club and the necessary qualifications.”
"These Japanese companies are very eager to come and see how our industry is developing."
"Be careful, examine carefully."
Seeing that she was speaking earnestly and excitedly, Li Xuewu reminded her, "Some people have ill intentions."
"I know, I've already handed this over to the professionals." Gao Yaqin nodded and said, "The cake is too big for us to eat; sharing will make us more friends."
She smiled and said, "So this time I'm going to do something big and continue to expand the supply chain channels."
"Importing parts directly from Japan?"
Li Xuewu had already figured something out, and raised an eyebrow, asking, "Have you considered the costs and the impact on domestic industry?"
"Cost goes without saying, but we naturally need to compare and reference quality," Gao Yaqin explained. "As for the impact, I think it's unavoidable. We still need high-quality components, especially for some core parts."
"Some of the parts supplied to other companies even lack reference and comparison quantities."
She shrugged and said, "I think importing spare parts is also a way to provide positive incentives."
"With better products as a reference, I believe this will also point out a path for domestic industry."
“You can say that.” After finishing his dinner, Li Xuewu put down his chopsticks and said, “It’s up to you to control the degree. Don’t make a decision that’s like drinking poison to quench your thirst.”
He picked up a tissue to wipe his mouth and fingers and said, "When you're completely innocent, you need to prove yourself the most. We still have time to work things out. Industrial development and progress is also a process."
"You always have something to say, whether it's too slow or too fast." Gao Yaqin couldn't help but roll her eyes.
At this moment, Old Li walked in and asked with amusement, "What do you mean by fast or slow? What are you talking about?"
Seeing his expression, Gao Yaqin couldn't help but laugh and ask, "What do you think we're talking about?"
Don't bother explaining these kinds of jokes; the more you explain, the more confusing it becomes. It's better to just go with the flow and talk nonsense, and then it won't be awkward anymore.
There was something about her and Li Xuewu that was faster or slower.
"Hahaha—" It was clear that Old Li was in a good mood. He raised his hand and brushed his bald head.
Back then, he was lush and green, but now he's all bare and bald, and less than five years have passed.
Five years ago, he was the youngest in the team; five years later, he has become the oldest.
Not only am I getting older, but my prostate is also getting bigger.
During this exchange between industrial and trade enterprises, the Japanese side thoughtfully prepared a medical check-up program, and everyone had a check-up before they arrived.
Li Xuewu's medical examination report speaks for itself, perfectly embodying the words "young and vigorous".
Old Li was in trouble. In addition to being diagnosed with diabetes, he was also found to have liver problems and an enlarged prostate.
Before seeing the medical report, this person looked perfectly healthy, but after reading the report, I felt like Old Li was about to die.
No wonder Lao Li has been going to the dance troupe less and less in the past year or two, and has even gone very rarely now.
He truly became a legend to those girls.
The older generation used to talk about how the group leaders cared about the dance troupe during rehearsals, but that's all in the past now.
I have the will but not the strength; I can't get it up.
Once a man loses interest in this area, unless he's a pervert, he'll find ways to amuse himself.
Old Li's health doesn't allow it, so smoking and drinking are out of the question. In his search for fun, he started to experiment and make mistakes.
“The person in charge of Nippon Steel came to talk to Director Han. I happened to be there too, and they talked about Go.”
He scratched his head and looked at Li Xuewu and the other man, asking, "Do you two know how to play Go?"
"I don't even know how to play chess."
Gao Yaqin said with a laugh, "I don't have the time to mess with this thing."
"Music, chess, calligraphy, and painting are the four most elegant arts."
Li Huaide remarked with considerable emotion, "This practice is no longer encouraged in our country, but it's very popular here."
He said meaningfully, "Our things have become their toys."
“That’s normal. It’s the same all over Northeast Asia and Southeast Asia,” Li Xuewu said casually, having already sensed it. “You’ll see when our business expands to Malaysia.”
"I'm thinking, since this is a kind of culture, why can't it become a link to regulate economic and trade cooperation?"
Li Huaide pondered for a moment and said, "We participated in the China-Japan-Korea Go Tournament a few years ago, but we don't anymore."
“I would never learn this thing,” Li Xuewu said with a smile. “When I was a kid, my dad made me learn it, but I refused, saying it was boring. But my younger brother is very good at it.”
"I'm thinking that after I go back this time, we can't let the economic and trade cooperation stop, but we can't make it too high-profile."
Li Huaide raised an eyebrow and said, "Could we organize an inter-company Go competition in the name of the group?"
"That's a great suggestion."
Li Xuewu immediately understood what Lao Li meant and said with a smile, "Organize it more often each year, and the chess cooperation won't be delayed."
"It was the trouble with capital outflow that gave me the idea."
Old Li said with a sigh, "These last few times we've needed to use funds, we've had to rely on support from the port city, which has been very inconvenient."
"There's nothing we can do. Without the guarantee of Oriental Times Bank, we can't spend this money even if we wanted to."
Gao Yaqin emphasized: "Currently, our situation is relatively good. The import and export trading company has not made things difficult for us, nor has it imposed any restrictions on our funds."
“If you make things difficult for us now, then we really won’t be able to do anything.” Li Huaide smiled and said, “We’re working so hard not for the sake of enjoying ourselves.”
"I know you are loyal and devoted to the public good."
Gao Yaqin smiled, stood up and said, "Alright, you guys chat. I still have to go back and prepare some materials. I have a lot of things to do tomorrow."
"Get some rest early, don't overwork yourself."
Li Huaide smiled and said with concern, "But there's only one day left until tomorrow, and then we'll be liberated."
"If you ask me, the most tiring part is yet to come."
Gao Yaqin walked out with a smile, her laughter echoing in the corridor and audible even inside the house.
-
"You'd never guess what Nippon Steel's Ichiro Nishikawa wanted to say to Director Han."
Li Huaide picked up his teacup, took a small sip, and smiled at Li Xuewu, saying, "He's coming to the mainland to inspect factory construction."
"Huh?" Li Xuewu's reaction was exactly what Li Huaide expected, his face showing a big question mark.
"Hehehe—" Li Huaide smiled with satisfaction, put down his teacup and said, "He said he wants to build a factory in Yingcheng."
"A metallurgical plant?" Li Xuewu raised an eyebrow and said, "I'm not asking him if he can build a plant, I just want to know what kind of plant he wants to build in Yingcheng."
“You’re right,” Li Huaide nodded and said, “He really thinks he’s all-powerful.”
"Is this a head-on challenge?"
Li Xuewu thought of something and found it amusing, shaking his head slightly as he said, "So easily angered?"
“I think it could be a test,” Li Huaide said thoughtfully. “It’s very likely that it was authorized by the Ministry of Industry.”
"Are they testing our attitude?"
Li Xuewu also thought of this, and narrowed his eyes slightly as he said, "In that case, it seems that the initiative in foreign affairs is still on our side."
"They've always been on our side!"
Li Huaide sat up straight with a smile and emphasized, "Whether we meet or not, and when we meet, is entirely up to us."
"Japan, despite its strong industrial base, is somewhat lacking in the supply of raw materials."
I don't know where he learned it from, but he also analyzed Japan's industrial situation for Li Xuewu.
Seeing that Li Xuewu was listening attentively, he belatedly realized what was going on, smiled and waved his hand, saying, "Get to the point, Nippon Steel's idea is impossible to realize, but it is possible to relax other policies."
"I have heard of one theory."
Before he could finish speaking, Li Xuewu said, "That Matsumura Nanako told me that she plans to finish her studies in the United States this year and will come to the mainland to study in the second half of the year."
"That's one point. The country is opening up its study abroad channels to friendly countries around the world, and Japan is also on the list."
Li Huaide explained earnestly, "What I'm trying to say is that it's actually the compensation transaction policy that we've been implementing all along."
"Director Han has already spoken with me. After we go back, a working group will come down to investigate the relevant situation."
He pointed at Li Xuewu and reminded him, "Liaodong will definitely be a key target of their investigation. Be prepared."
Should compensation trade be promoted?
Li Xuewu thought for a moment, then nodded and said, "This is indeed an opportunity, after all, we succeeded."
That's exactly what I meant.
Li Huaide crossed his arms in front of him and emphasized, "From what I heard from Nishikawa Ichiro, it seems like we need to find another channel."
"You're not convinced after you stumbled here?" Li Xuewu chuckled and said, "But his thinking is correct."
“But it’s a threat to us,” Li Huaide said with some emotion. “With the relaxation of the compensation trade policy, there are more opportunities and quotas for domestic companies to connect with foreign companies.”
"Sigh—we don't have many advantages left."
"You—really—"
Seeing Old Li's worried look, Li Xuewu couldn't help but laugh and say, "You're overthinking it. Let's not even talk about our technological advantages; in terms of industrial modernization, we're already a step ahead of our domestic counterparts."
"The established technological barriers are the cornerstone for maintaining market stability."
"Do you think I'm overthinking this?"
Li Huaide picked up his teacup and thought for a moment before saying, "I'm very worried that we'll have fewer advantages and fewer opportunities."
"In the past, we Honggang would never have had the chance to take the lead in these kinds of opportunities. What about in the future?"
He said with some reluctance, "This protagonist's taste is so good, I really don't want to leave."
"What goes around comes around—"
Li Xuewu said with a smile, "If we really implement compensation trade, I think our supply chain industry is about to take off."
"Hehe—" Old Li chuckled and tapped him, saying, "Your mind works really fast."
"It's also because our planning was ahead of the curve!"
He still can't help but feel grateful for the design drawings of Honggang Group that Li Xuewu provided to him back then.
Looking back now, Li Xuewu was really something.
One wrong step leads to another, but now Honggang Group is hitting every right step, it can't help but take off.
"The steel city area is going to be busy next."
Li Xuewu nodded in agreement, saying, "If the compensation trade market is really opened up, the International Business Department will also be busy."
"Furthermore, as you just mentioned, cultural exchanges need to be strengthened, and sports competitions are a very good means of this."
"Let's test the waters with Go first."
Li Huaide thought for a moment and said, "If it works, continue; if it doesn't, change the prescription. We'll always be able to find the right approach."
“Since Nippon Steel is coming, they must have already chosen a partner.”
Li Xuewu mentally searched through the metallurgical enterprises under Liaodong Industrial, but couldn't find a suitable one.
Li Huaide offered a possible direction for consideration: "I estimate that he wants to ask Director Han to make an introduction and connect with Liaodong before considering site selection."
"Then we can't trip them up."
Li Xuewu smiled and said, "If such an opportunity really comes along, Hu Ke might get excited."
"If we trip them up, we'll make enemies."
"Yes, Nippon Steel is putting us in a difficult position."
Li Huaide pondered for a moment and said, "Since we can't get shares in Australia Railways, let's use the iron ore that Australia Railways transships."
“Building a factory in Yingcheng not only avoids the steel city where Honggang Group is located, but also meets the need to build a factory near the sea.”
As he spoke, he nodded slowly, unable to resist exclaiming, "That was a brilliant move!"
"It seems they have received guidance from an expert."
Li Xuewu raised his eyebrows and said, "Since we can't avoid it, we can only accept it."
"However, this is not something that can be accomplished overnight; it will take at least until diplomatic relations are normalized."
He looked at Old Li and asked, "Did Director Han give a specific timeline? Are we really going to wait for America?"
"Otherwise what?" Li Huaide was quite sensitive to such matters and related information, and he also had channels to learn about them.
He said casually, "America's representative is in the capital right now, and may be finalizing the negotiations."
"Even if Japan had the guts, they probably wouldn't dare to act rashly; they still need to be careful about the order of things."
"Hmm, it seems we still have time."
Li Xuewu thought for a moment and said, "I'll really be busy when I get back."
"It's better to be busy than to be idle and just watch other people's drama." Li Huaide gestured to him and asked, "What's the deal with that female reporter? Do you two have some kind of feud?"
“You might not believe me when I tell you,” Li Xuewu said with a faint smile, “but you might know her father.”
"Oh? Who is it?" Li Huaide asked with some doubt, "Did you meet them after coming to Japan this time?"
"No, five years ago, at the Hongxing Factory."
Li Xuewu raised his eyebrows and said, "The first major case I handled involved catching that engineer..."
"Ah—" Li Huaide's eyes widened in surprise, and he asked, "Is it really her?"
“It should be her.” Li Xuewu nodded and said, “I’ve sent someone to Osaka to investigate her background.”
"If there is no deliberate concealment, she should be Eri, the daughter that Miyaichi Oshima mentioned."
He explained, "I arranged for someone to go to Osaka to find her mother, Ryoko, who said that Eri changed her name after returning home."
"That's really unexpected—"
Old Li seemed unable to recover from the shock, finding everything very strange.
"Then why is she targeting you?"
He thought for a moment, then looked at Li Xuewu and asked, "Did she recognize you too? Is she seeking revenge?"
No, not yet.
Li Xuewu explained the whole story before saying, "She must have changed her mind."
"Wasn't today's press conference something you planned?" Li Huaide only realized what was going on after hearing him say that.
Li Xuewu shook his head slightly and said, "She hasn't contacted me for two days. She must be in a difficult situation."
"Hmm, Kenichi Nishida is quite a character; he actually managed to reverse an outcome using death."
Li Huaide thought for a moment and asked, "Did you leave any evidence against each other during your meetings?"
"No, that's still certain."
Li Xuewu nodded and said, "I only met her once; Qi Yan arranged the rest."
He glanced at the driver standing at the door, and Li Huaide looked over as well. After observing for a few seconds, he nodded and said, "It's good that he didn't leave any evidence. This kind of person can be deadly when he goes crazy."
"Now I suspect that they might have been the ones who hyped up that book."
Li Xuewu said earnestly, "I don't believe that Chinese books published domestically can cause a stir at this time."
“I know this is strange.”
Li Huaide tapped the sofa armrest with his finger, reassuring him, "Director Han is also on high alert and has already arranged for people to investigate."
"He also contacted the Ministry of International Trade and Industry, hoping to make some adjustments to security and discipline."
"Tomorrow?" Li Xuewu nodded and said, "This is something I have to be wary of; it's aimed at me."
“Then it’s very likely that it was Kenichi Nishida.” Li Huaide shook his head and smiled bitterly, “It’s just that now there’s no way to prove it.”
"It seems like it will be difficult to come to Japan again next time."
Li Xuewu quipped sarcastically, "How come we always seem to get all the good things?"
As they were talking, Liu Bin arrived, glanced at Li Xuewu, and quietly reported, "Miss Nanako Matsumura has arrived."
"Who?" Li Huaide was taken aback, and asked suspiciously, "At this hour? So late? What is she doing here?"
Yes, what is the Matsumura family's daughter doing here at this time?
"Who does she want to see?" Old Li finally realized and asked the key question in one sentence.
"They've come to see the secretary-general, saying they have important work to discuss." Liu Bin glanced at Li Xuewu again.
Li Xuewu didn't want them to guess, so he beckoned to Qi Yan and said, "Go and invite her up, and also call General Manager Gao over."