Chapter 967: 962. The Fourth Company: Telecommunications Shares (Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Tickets)

When Zhang Ran arrived at Yaotian Pharmaceutical, he did not rush to go in; just as he had done at Maikai Supermarket, he first let Sicheng and the others go in to take a look.

However, this time Zhang Ran was mainly there because he had other matters to attend to.

Because on the second day, Zhang Ran headed to Beijing once again; this time, other than bringing He Yong along, there was no one else.

Upon arriving at a high-end guesthouse—this was a State-owned Enterprise—and resting for a little while, Zhang Ran met the person who had invited him.

It could be considered an old acquaintance from before, though they were not very familiar with each other.

"Zhang Minister, you really gave me a start," Zhang Ran said with a smile.

Zhang Peicheng looked at Zhang Ran and said testily, "I'm capable of giving you a start? Look at how many things you've done over such a long period."

"They were all just small matters, I believe they would hardly catch your eye, Zhang Minister," Zhang Ran said.

"Alright, I don't feel like playing word games with a guy like you. I was in a rush to find you this time because I wanted to confirm some things with you, and at the same time, discuss some matters." Zhang Peicheng seemed to be in quite a hurry.

Zhang Ran's expression also became more serious; he knew that since Zhang Peicheng was so anxious this time, there must be something going on, perhaps even something major.

"It's like this, I'm representing... never mind, it's just me personally wanting to ask you: where will your Headquarters be established? What are your thoughts for the future? And what are your future goals?" Zhang Peicheng asked.

Zhang Ran was stunned, then said, "Haven't I already made my stance clear? Could it be that you all still suspect I intend to establish the Headquarters abroad?"

He had already told some people about this point; the Headquarters was to be established in Huaxia, and he had no intention of moving it abroad.

Although it is said that many large companies have all sorts of complex shareholdings, and if one were to truly investigate, the foundation of many things is not actually in Huaxia.

Take Fengli Group as an example; on the surface, Fengli Group appears to be a homegrown Huaxia enterprise.

But many of its internal shares are held by various foreign enterprises; in any case, through all sorts of complex methods and layers of nesting, they make these things incredibly complicated.

Zhang Ran did not want to do that, even though doing so has great benefits, such as risk control or tax issues.

But Zhang Ran still chose to establish the Headquarters in Huaxia just like that, without using other complex methods to carry out any share transfers.

Hearing Zhang Ran's words, Zhang Peicheng felt somewhat relieved, but then he straightened his expression and said, "In that case, your holding company is to be established entirely in Huaxia? You should understand what I mean—not the kind that is just on the surface, but the real, tangible kind."

Zhang Ran said firmly, "Of course, I can guarantee this point; I believe in Huaxia."

"Good, we certainly didn't misjudge you," Zhang Peicheng said, immediately pleased.

Zhang Ran then said helplessly, "Then can you tell me the reason now?"

Zhang Peicheng said with a smile, "Actually, this is a good thing. We, the higher-ups, have decided to re-establish a telecommunications company; you should have heard a bit about this, right?"

Zhang Ran nodded; he really did know about this, as someone had mentioned it to him before.

Zhang Ran's eyes flickered as he said, "You mean?"

"That's right. There will be some bidding later on. Of course, no matter what, the surface work still needs to be done. This time, the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission will hold thirty percent of the shares; how much of the remaining shares do you want?"

This was stated directly to Zhang Ran, without the slightest intention of covering it up.

Clearly, Zhang Ran's decision to fully establish the Headquarters in Huaxia had won the favor of the higher-ups.

In fact, in recent years, there have often been wealthy individuals taking all their assets abroad; for a major power like Huaxia, this money actually doesn't amount to much.

But the impact caused is very negative.

Especially since many large companies have started learning from those people to make the Group Company's shareholdings complex and transferred.

If one carefully investigates some very famous large companies, one can discover that the founder's shares are actually under the name of an obscure company on an offshore island.

And by doing this, Zhang Ran clearly has sufficient confidence in Huaxia, and it can also bring confidence to many people.

Zhang Ran is so wealthy and is still willing to do this, so what are you people worried about?

Zhang Ran's eyes flickered, and he suddenly said with a grin, "Can I have it all?"

Zhang Peicheng said speechlessly, "What do you think?"

This guy really dared to say that—have it all? He must be crazy!

Zhang Ran also knew this was impossible, but this was a huge opportunity, so he didn't stand on ceremony; being polite at this time would be going against his own interests.

"How many shares are the higher-ups allowing me to take?" Zhang Ran asked.

"Thirty-five percent, as the largest shareholder," Zhang Peicheng gave the answer directly.

Zhang Ran suddenly stopped talking and smacked his lips, at a loss for what to say for a moment.

"What? Still not satisfied?" Zhang Peicheng said with a smile.

Zhang Ran sighed and said, "No, I just feel it's too much, and too generous."

"Haha, you don't need to worry about anything. Since it's given to you, it's what you deserve. Of course, the money and technology that need to be put in cannot be lacking," Zhang Peicheng laughed.

Zhang Ran said, "I know, I was just a bit startled."

Indeed, thirty-five percent might not seem like much, but if you really calculate it, this is a very large number.

You must know that after this fourth telecommunications company is established, the state will certainly provide many policy supports, and by then, even if the three existing companies are dissatisfied, they will have to endure it.

This is an excellent opportunity.

"Alright, for now, it's just an intention; the specifics will have to wait a few years, as there are too many things that need to be prepared," Zhang Peicheng said.

Zhang Ran smiled and said, "I have no problem; I can definitely wait. I can just take advantage of this time to finish up the matters regarding the Headquarters."

Since Zhang Peicheng had come to tell him about this matter in person, the matter could actually be considered settled.

It's just that, as Zhang Peicheng said, there are many things that need to be prepared, and it is even more necessary to balance the interests of all parties.

Giving up such a large piece of the cake to Zhang Ran means others need to be compensated; the ins and outs of this are not that simple.

"Alright, once you finish your holding company, that should be about it. By the way, I forgot to tell you: at that time, your shares must also remain under the name of the holding company; you cannot use any other names," Zhang Peicheng reminded him.

Zhang Ran smiled and said, "Of course I know that; do you think I don't even understand this much?"

"Haha, just a reminder. Alright, I'm off; I still have things to attend to," Zhang Peicheng stood up, ready to leave.