Chapter 4074: Drunk Wen's Intentions
"I personally disagree with the Second Bank entering the domestic financial market. Although Lin Feng is Chinese and the registered headquarters of the Second Bank is also in Hong Kong, don't forget that the Second Bank was formerly the Standard Chartered Bank, and many of its employees are foreigners. Lin Feng almost adopts a laissez-faire management model. In this case, I think it is not a suitable opportunity to let it enter the domestic market." Mr. Kang was the first to express his opinion.
"Yes, Lin Feng's Second Bank is essentially a foreign bank. If it is allowed to come in, it will destroy my country's financial order, and once it comes in, we have no reason to prevent other foreign banks from entering the mainland. If so, it will have a major impact on my country's economy!" The other gentlemen also supported Mr. Kang's remarks. It's very simple. The interests of the four major banks affect the interests of their department. Lin Feng's entry is like a wolf entering a flock of sheep, and their interests will be damaged.
Of course, this is still superficial. What they see further is that Lin Feng has opened up a hole in finance, and other fields may gradually penetrate in. At least in the field of food and crops, Lin Feng already has edible oil, and now almost dominates the national market. Although this is not very profitable, it is something that thousands of households need. And Lin Feng is also negotiating the business of Shuanghui ham sausage. All these signs indicate that Lin Feng intends to start a full-scale entry into multiple domestic fields. Therefore, they do not want to be opened by Lin Feng in the most critical financial field.
Mr. Wen frowned. Compared with this, it is 7 to 2. It is difficult for them to promote the policy of "Second Bank" entering the mainland. From the heart of both of them, they hope that Lin Feng can pry open the domestic financial market, which is almost stagnant. Although the domestic financial market is as active as a sunspot in adolescence, it is actually as sluggish as the sun in its old age. It has entered the state of a red giant.
"I think..." Mr. Wen wanted to fight for Lin Feng, but he was interrupted.
"Okay, let's vote directly. It's not worth it for us to make a big fuss and waste too much time for this matter." Mr. Gu Yue interrupted Mr. Wen. He directly announced the start of the vote.
The result of the vote was obvious. Without any suspense, the proposal of the "Second Bank" to enter the mainland was rejected by 7:2.
Soon, nine gentlemen came out and announced the decision.
"Gentlemen, you are wise. Now opening up the financial market is irresponsible to all citizens and all depositors. We need to be cautious!" The four bank presidents were delighted. As they spoke, they sneered at Lin Feng, with sarcasm on their lips.
Confidence, so confident just now. Now you can't say anything. Show off, let's see how you show off!
Lin Feng's expression did not change. At Mr. Wen's helpless and apologetic look, Lin Feng smiled slightly. Facing the other seven gentlemen, he stood up.
"Gentlemen,
I want to know why you rejected my "Second Bank" to enter the mainland?" Lin Feng asked loudly. "My eight generations of ancestors, in layman's terms, are my great-great-great-grandfather's generation, and they are also Chinese, native Chinese. Why can't my company develop in my motherland? Can it only develop abroad? I need an explanation!"
Hiss! You still dare to explain, you are too bold! ——The four bank presidents were shocked. Under normal circumstances, Lin Feng actually dared to ask for an explanation. These few people would never dare to do that. Whatever is said above, they will listen and do it. Explanation, superiors order subordinates, do they need to explain!
"Lin Feng, do we need to explain to you?" Mr. Kang snorted. He was even more upset with Lin Feng.
Lin Feng was neither humble nor arrogant.
"You don't have to explain to them. Because they are state cadres and people within the system. Superiors manage subordinates, and they don't need to explain. But for me, you must give me a reasonable explanation. Because I am a businessman, everything I do is in accordance with national laws. So, you must give me an explanation. Not only give me an explanation, but also give an explanation to Chinese law." Lin Feng said calmly.
That's so good! Mr. Xi almost wanted to applaud. Many people in the system are too bureaucratic, and they do whatever their superiors say. How can such a system allow China to keep up with the world trend in this ever-changing world, and not be eliminated by countries around the world and become the former Soviet Union. China needs people like Lin Feng.
Mr. Kang's face darkened when he heard this. This kid is so bold. He actually dared to ask him for a reason. However, after glancing at Mr. Wen and Mr. Xi, he understood that it was not the time to show his true colors with Lin Feng. As the saying goes, you have to look at the owner when beating a dog. If you don't give Lin Feng face, you have to give these two face. Otherwise, if he insists on finding fault with Lin Feng, they can also find fault with their own people.
"Lin Feng, although China has entered, it has not yet fully opened up the Chinese financial market. It is reasonable not to allow your company to come in. After all, your company was formerly Standard Chartered Bank, and its registration point is Hong Kong. Although Hong Kong is now part of China, under the premise of "one country, two systems", Hong Kong is Hong Kong and the mainland is the mainland. There is still a distinction in this regard. If I let you in today, foreign Citibank, HSBC, etc. will all come in. At that time, how can we refuse? If they come in, the domestic financial market will be completely disrupted." Mr. Kang explained with a gloomy face.
Lin Feng nodded when he heard this, and then asked again.
"Does that mean that a bank that is fully funded in China will be fine?" Lin Feng asked.
"Of course. Otherwise, how could there be more than a hundred banks in China at present?" Mr. Kang nodded. What he meant was, you see, I am not deliberately making things difficult for you, but because of your own qualifications. So, according to the law, I can't do anything about it.
"In that case, can my 'Alipay' apply for a bank? Can it open branches across the country?" Lin Feng smiled slightly, revealing the blade hidden behind. From the beginning, Lin Feng did not expect the 'Second Bank' to enter the mainland. What Lin Feng wanted was to allow 'Alipay' to open branches across the country. In that way, it would truly have independent autonomy. And with the cooperative relationship between 'Alipay' and 'Second Bank', 'Second Bank' would be equivalent to opening branches across the country.
"No, this is absolutely not possible!" The four bank presidents cried out. They naturally saw the danger in it. If 'Alipay' is allowed to truly become a bank and open branches across the country, they will also be in trouble. Yu'ebao is enough to give them a headache. If Alipay has the right to autonomy, what will happen to these banks?
"Why not! Alipay is a native Chinese company, why not? Do you think you have monopolized it to this extent? Do you think you are so domineering? You are only allowed to make billions a day, and others are not allowed to enter the market and compete with you fairly?" Lin Feng sneered, "If so, how can we talk about the interests of depositors? I am afraid that if this monopoly continues, depositors will be the real victims."
"But..." The four presidents could not explain and could only look at Mr. Kang.
Mr. Kang naturally understood at this moment that he was fooled by Lin Feng. Lin Feng questioned him and asked him to explain, just to irritate him and make him make mistakes. As a result, he gave Lin Feng a handle. But he would not let Lin Feng succeed easily.
"I think Alipay is qualified. Lin Feng, just go ahead and do it. But for the benefit of depositors, we need to use your assets as collateral. In this way, I will personally supervise this matter." Mr. Wen made the decision. Before, he had many concerns and was not easy to act arbitrarily. But in this matter, he can.
"This..." Mr. Kang frowned, but Mr. Wen had made the decision. If he opposed it again, he would be directly against Mr. Wen. This would escalate the struggle, and he didn't want to do this. At least the current situation does not allow him to do so.
"Okay, then let's do it. Lin Feng, you'd better make sure that your bank does not have any problems. Otherwise, if the interests of depositors are damaged, no matter where you escape to, you will be caught and tried!" Mr. Kang said coldly.
The four presidents looked at each other. Is this the case? Oh my God, what should they do? But can they protest at this moment? Several gentlemen agreed. If they still protested, they would be courting death. As Lin Feng said just now, Lin Feng can ask for explanations, but they can't. Because they are cadres, they are people within the system. They must obey the decisions made by their superiors. If they don't obey, what's the point of having such disobedient subordinates!
The four presidents said goodbye and left like defeated roosters.
"Gentlemen, look, it's late. Let's have dinner together. I have some questions I want to ask!" Lin Feng said with a smile.
The two gentlemen laughed. Today's meeting finally let Lin Feng win in defeat, and they were also very satisfied. And they also had questions, so it was just right to sit down and have a drink and chat together.
Soon the three of them sat at the table. There was a Quanjude roast duck, some side dishes, and a bottle of Erguotou on the table. The three of them ate and chatted.
"Xiao Lin, you are really brave, but I advise you to be more respectful to these gentlemen in the future. Moreover, you'd better be more respectful. At least before 2013, you'd better be cautious. After all, there are only two of us who like you!" Mr. Wen said some overly sensitive words that he shouldn't say under the influence of alcohol. But he had to remind Lin Feng, otherwise he was really afraid that Lin Feng would be too reckless. Although sometimes recklessness is also a last resort, just like today. But it's better to be less reckless.
Lin Feng smiled and nodded.
"Mr. Wen, I wanted to ask you a question last time. Why is our foreign policy so weak, and many things are muddy. This puzzles me. I am not an ordinary person now, and I hope to know the reason." Lin Feng also asked the question that he wanted to ask a long time ago, but never asked. To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation and monthly tickets on Qidian. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please go to m. to read.
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