Reinventing the Millennium.

Chapter 633 Making Some Money (Two in One)

Like-minded, dry firewood.

When BOE and the LCD Alliance speeded up the progress of the negotiation, Panasonic still maintained its unhurried attitude, which made Fang Zhuo happy to see the result besides complaining in his heart.

In fact, Panasonic cannot be blamed for its slow action, but it is in line with the cautious attitude of approaching large projects.

However, this caution does not apply to all situations.

On June 6th, Fang Zhuo spent another day negotiating with Panasonic, and in the evening received another dinner invitation from Samsung.

This time, it was Xiao Li.

Considering that the cooperation has not yet been finalized and the progress needs to be advanced, Fang Zhuo agreed to meet the Samsung prince the next night to hear his opinions.

At 08:30 in the evening, he finished his small meeting with BOE and TV Alliance about the situation. Before continuing to meet with people from Luzhou China Merchants Bureau, he planned to make a phone call to a friend to prevent the next financing of Bingxin.

Luzhou Investment Promotion Bureau had already been recommended to Wang Dongsheng, but the director who led the team still wanted to thank him face to face, so Fang Zhuo didn't push it.

After making a cup of tea, I called Zhang Rujing, the head of SMIC.

As soon as the call was connected, Fang Zhuo swallowed the tea in his mouth and greeted enthusiastically: "Mr. Zhang, where are you? How are you doing?"

"The office, what's the matter, Mr. Fang, you probably haven't been free recently." Zhang Rujing said.

"Hey, no, I'm so free that I'm going to be a guest at CCTV's football game." Fang Zhuo said with a smile, "I heard Mr. Qiu said that SMIC has made good progress in the past few months? The risky mass production of 90nm has started. "

Zhang Rujing said earlier: "This can't cooperate with Bingxin."

Fang Zhuo said displeased: "Where is it, am I the kind of person who doesn't know how to advance or retreat?"

Zhang Rujing remained silent.

Fang Zhuo naturally went on to get down to business: "Mr. Zhang, to be honest, I did have a small favor to ask you to help me when I called today."

"Well, Mr. Fang has always been in the Three Treasures Hall for everything." Zhang Rujing had expected it.

"Recently there may be some media revelations about the cooperation between SMIC and Bingxin." Fang Zhuo said.

Zhang Rujing asked: "Is it the previous 130nm cooperation? Or the one where you want to form a wafer manufacturing service alliance?"

"No, no, no, it's not, it will be some rumors about SMIC's possible acquisition of Bingxin." Fang Zhuo said briskly.

This is a very important link. For example, Goldman Sachs is not only a shareholder of Bingxin, but also a shareholder of SMIC. It is easy to ask Zhang Rujing for confirmation when it comes to such rumors, so you have to say hello in advance.

Zhang Rujing was surprised and said: "SMIC buys Bingxin? Mr. Fang, what are you doing?"

Fang Zhuo said truthfully: "Make some money and spend it."

Then he added another sentence: "Financing from Goldman Sachs and DCM."

He had already talked to Xiong Xiaoge about the second financing of the ice core. Since everyone probably did not have the enthusiasm for financing, this time it was an experimental retreat.

Ice Core now has only one production line, and its development strategy is not as aggressive as SMIC used to be, but it is not enough to just guard one.

Fang Zhuo has a lot of places to spend money, and this money has to be born as soon as he is familiar with it.

He didn't intend to ask for it, but wanted to see if everyone could give it in a tacit understanding.

Zhang Rujing thought for a while, didn't quite understand Mr. Fang's operation, and asked with a frown, "Mr. Fang, do you really want to sell ice cores or just pretend?"

From his point of view, it is not easy for Mr. Fang to enter the semiconductor industry and support the ice core. Now that it is approaching mass production, it seems to be a very good opportunity to exit.

Moreover, there is no shortage of buyers to take over.

SMIC may not have such a plan, and there may be state-owned assets in Luzhou, Shencheng, and even Beijing in Anhui Province to take over.

"Don't sell, don't sell, I'm thinking about building another production line next year. The money has to be prepared in advance." Fang Zhuo was decisive, "not selling" and "preparing in advance" were very clear.

Zhang Rujing asked bluntly: "You just tell me like this? Are you afraid that I will leak it to you?"

Fang Zhuo said strangely: "Why? Mr. Zhang, we are all engaged in semiconductors in China. We are on the same front. Goldman Sachs and the others are all outsiders."

Zhang Rujing didn't know whether he should thank Mr. Fang for his trust. His shareholder was an outsider.

"Anyway, if Goldman Sachs and the others ask, please be more vague on Mr. Zhang's side. Those who accept the acquisition or not are studying it." Fang Zhuo said with a smile.

Zhang Rujing reluctantly agreed, but at least he didn't let himself say that he had to buy it.

Fang Zhuo breathed a sigh of relief, and after chatting a few words about SMIC's favorable situation this year, he did not continue to disturb Mr. Zhang's work.

He glanced at the time, and there were still 5 minutes before the appointment made by Director Song of the China Merchants Bureau.

The call was made again, to Xiong Xiaoge.

"Old Xiong, the public opinion media is about to move, and the ice core needs to be melted for the second round." Fang Zhuo reminded his old friend.

Xiong Xiaoge always remembered this matter in his heart, but he was somewhat unwilling, and said angrily: "Got it, where is SMIC?"

"I just talked with Mr. Zhang on the phone. There is no problem with him. In fact, it doesn't matter if you don't go to SMIC, but with Mr. Zhang, the situation looks more real." Fang Zhuo smiled, "After all, compared to me, Mr. Zhang is more in line with everyone's impression of the semiconductor industry."

Zhang Rujing is undoubtedly an expert who is willing to work in the semiconductor industry.

As for Fang Zhuo, he devoted himself to semiconductors on a whim, and left when he found a chance to make a fortune. This seems to fit the image of a rich man outside the industry.

Xiong Xiaoge was silent for a while, asked the same question as Zhang Rujing, and said suspiciously: "Mr. Fang, tell the truth, don't you really want to sell your ice core shares?"

"How is it possible?" Fang Zhuo denied, "From the beginning to the present, from everyone's pessimism to the upcoming mass production of the ice core, I have done so much, why would I leave now?"

Xiong Xiaoge was silent for a while: "Will there be an offer that you are unwilling to refuse?"

Fang Zhuo couldn't help laughing: "What kind of price can impress the richest man in the mainland?"

Xiong Xiaoge pondered again and again, and asked, "Boss Fang, have you encountered any problems with your capital chain?"

The richest man in the mainland may not really be rich.

"There is a large amount of money lying in my account." Fang Zhuo said disdainfully, "Old Bear, you really worry too much."

Xiong Xiaoge demanded: "Then show me the pictures, and the MMS will be sent."

Fang Zhuo: "..."

He complained: "The trust between people is not enough, is it?"

Xiong Xiaoge said unceremoniously: "The trust between Mr. Fang and I has indeed gone through many tests. Unfortunately, those tests have not passed much."

Fang Zhuo simply hung up the phone.

Later, he called Xiaoyu, and she had cash in her account for selling the company's shares.

After one operation, the phone was connected again, and Director Song of Luzhou Investment Promotion Bureau had arrived.

"See, Old Xiong, stop talking nonsense, I still have things to do here." Fang Zhuo expressed his displeasure.

"It can't be P's, you can't be too careful." Xiong Xiaoge was still skeptical.

Fang Zhuo smiled: "Old Xiong, I'm not talking about you, so what if I really sell my shares? Just sell it to Mr. Zhang. Isn't he very impressive? Wouldn't it be more reassuring to put it in his hands? "

"It's better to put your eggs in two baskets, especially when SMIC has passed through Taiwan's records." Xiong Xiaoge said sincerely, "Mr. Fang, you can't do anything anywhere, but I want you to pursue success in commercial projects." There is no doubt about his ability and belief."

"It's just that your current habit is very bad. I really want to criticize you. You need to build a sense of trust from your partners."

"Now you have to plow three miles to get the Bull Demon King to come. Can you blame me for all kinds of doubts?"

Fang Zhuo looked at Director Song sitting on the sofa, and accepted the criticism sincerely: "Yes, Old Xiong, I have to reflect on what you said, let's stop here today, and I will talk about mine next time we meet. Reflect on your experience."

Xiong Xiaoge felt that Boss Fang's attitude was okay.

The phone call between the two channels related to Bingxin's follow-up financing has just come to an end.

Fang Zhuo recalled the exchange with his old friend for a while, and then said to Director Song Dening of the China Merchants Bureau: "Song Bureau, before you speak, I have to say something, this time I can't help you with BOE's production line. Whatever you are busy with, it all depends on what Mr. Wang thinks is appropriate."

Song Dening said seriously: "Mr. Fang, I understand. I am here to ask Mr. Fang to give us some advice on whether there is anything that needs to be improved in our investment promotion policy."

Fang Zhuo was helpless, well, it’s okay to say that.

He signaled the hometown chief to continue.

Song Dening made serious preparations for this trip.

Contrary to what Mr. Fang said, he and the leaders above all believe that Mr. Fang can exert a strong influence in BOE's panel project this time.

And based on the previous experience of cooperating with Mr. Fang, some tendentious methods can be used.

Song Dening first introduced some conventional investment promotion policies, and then began to talk about the prospects and development of plasma panels to express his importance.

Are plasma screens any good?

Ok.

All the big leaders went to BOE to inspect with Mr. Fang!

Is the future of plasma good?
Wonderful.

Panasonic has come to China, and Changhong has released patents for free!
Song Dening spoke eloquently, showing his understanding of business as the bureau chief.

To attract investment, of course one must first understand business.

Fang Zhuo listened with a smile and nodded frequently.

Seeing this, Song Dening became more confident, and tried hard to arouse Mr. Fang's interest in chatting with Plasma.

However, he failed to do so.

"Okay, okay." Fang Zhuo sighed after Chief Song said a lot.

Song Dening felt that Mr. Fang's expression was a little strange, and asked, "Mr. Fang, what's the best?"

"It's good that you didn't say a word about LCD technology." Fang Zhuo suddenly laughed after saying this.

Song Dening didn't understand, so he laughed along with him, why would Mr. Fang be so weird?

"Song Bureau, I probably understand it, but, really, Mr. Wang and I have talked beforehand. Which city the project lands in depends on which city can develop better." Fang Zhuo said solemnly, "And don't worry, Mr. Wang is a A person who does practical things, if you have sincerity, he will be able to see the sincerity."

Song Dening was a little more relaxed, which was also Mr. Fang's response.

He drank another half cup of tea, chatted with Mr. Fang about the development of his hometown, and then left.

Today is a good night.

The more Fang Zhuo thought about it in the room, the more he found it interesting. He enjoyed himself for a while before preparing for tomorrow's content.

Considering Panasonic's negotiating attitude, because CCTV has replaced Zhang Xuebin as the interviewee, and Sina is going to bid for CCTV's sponsorship of the 08 Olympics this year. When invited, Fang Zhuo readily agreed.

After all, what they broadcast live is their own team's playoffs.

On May 5, after Fang Zhuo said in the first round that he was considering an opponent in the Western Conference Finals, he never appeared on the Rockets' court again.

Whether it is domestic or foreign sports media, there are still some discussions about this, especially Mavericks owner Cuban, who had a verbal battle with Fang Zhuo, also talked to reporters when his team took a 1-0 lead. statement.

As a result, the Rockets continued to work hard from the second game, winning three games in a row before the Mavericks won another victory with Nowitzki's lore.

There were no more surprises in the match point of Game 4, and the Rockets successfully advanced to the Western Conference Finals 2:[-] by virtue of Carter's prodigious performance.

Even so, Fang Zhuo, the previously active Rockets owner, has yet to show up.

In the end, domestic CCTV noticed Mr. Fang's activities in the capital, tried to invite him, and successfully made the team owner a guest in the first game of the Western Conference Finals.

Because of the time difference, Fang Zhuo participated in the live broadcast during the day.

Before the live broadcast started, the host saw that Mr. Fang was still on the phone to communicate on business, and couldn't help but worry about the performance of this special guest. As a result... Fang was always quite at ease.

"After forming the trident of Nash, Carter and Dayao this season, our team has listed the Spurs as the enemy when looking forward to the future, and now the prediction has come true."

"The Spurs are better regardless of coaching, lineup, and running-in, which is why they won the first place in the regular season."

"But at this point, you have to play seven games to know."

Fang Zhuo spoke eloquently in front of the camera, without any stage fright, and what he talked about was from a perspective that CCTV guests had never had before.

The first quarter was inextricably linked. Before the second quarter started, he also talked about the formation of this lineup.

"When a player like Nash appears in the free market, it is difficult not to take him down. When the news of Carter appears in the trading market, this makes us even more ecstatic."

"The previous coaching staff actually talked about adaptation issues, including me, well, I actually think that Nash will be very good if he plays a fast pace, even better than now, but at the same time, I also believe that a point guard of this type has integrated wisdom. .”

"Nash was able to reach the Western Conference Finals with Nowitzki. At that time, they faced the Spurs and eventually lost the game, but he definitely has no lack of experience working with big men."

"This time, under Nelson's bold coaching, I believe the Rockets will cause huge trouble for the Spurs."

Accompanied by Fang Zhuo's commentary, the Rockets and the Spurs fought for four quarters. To the surprise of the host and the guests, the Spurs and the Rockets, known for their defense this season, fought against each other, and they did not lose.

In the end, the game was decided in the last minute. The Rockets narrowly defeated the Spurs by one point and lost Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.

Faced with this result, Fang Zhuo under the live broadcast was not depressed.

"Obviously, it's going to be a tough fight, and I hope the team can play the full seven games and finally taste the victory at the SBC Center in San Antonio."

(End of this chapter)