Cutting-edge technology: I handed myself over

Chapter 57: A Mutual Destruction in Reputation

"I understand."

Zhou Luming nodded, then changed the subject with a smile, asking, "Chief Asud, if I may ask a question, are you worried about retaliation from the Squid Consortium, or do you suspect I have ulterior motives because I'm only contacting you now instead of earlier?"

"Yes, we have them all."

Seeing Zhou Luming's directness, Fahd stopped hiding his intentions and said directly, "We are not afraid of the Squid Consortium, but we don't want to offend those disgusting things unless absolutely necessary."

And you, I'm sorry, I have zero trust in you.

I like to make friends with sincere people.

Zhou Luming nodded and said with feigned helplessness, "When I learned that the Squid Consortium had contacted you, I wanted to cooperate with you, but I was stopped by the authorities."

That person told me that you are our friends, and we can't drag our friends into our troubles. Moreover, we can't fully realize the future city you described, so I didn't approach you to discuss cooperation before.

But just now, Lionel went too far, and I was so angry that I'm telling you this now.

Before Fahd could ask, Zhou Luming explained Fahd's doubts: "Yes, this matter was initiated by the authorities, not by me."

For specific details, ask the official representative when they contact you in a few days.

I have a general understanding of the project. I'll handle the technical challenges, Jinlun Engineering Company will manage and construct the project, and you'll only need to provide funding and oversight.

"..."

Fahd was stunned for a moment, then his eyes widened as he suppressed his excitement and asked, "Are you serious!?"

Jinlun Engineering Company, despite its name suggesting a civil engineering company, is actually a subordinate unit of the former Second Artillery Corps of Dongda. All its employees are active-duty military personnel, stationed in Saudi Arabia to oversee the Dongfeng missiles sold to Saudi Arabia. It is Saudi Arabia's most important and strongest defense force.

Therefore, if Jinlun Engineering Company is indeed in charge of the construction, and if Zhou Luming can truly solve the technical difficulties of the City of the Future, then the City of the Future will definitely be completed.

Moreover, it's definitely fast, good, and cheap.

"This matter has already been discussed with the general manager of Jinlun Engineering Company. You can verify it with him."

"Sigh~"

After confirming that Zhou Luming wasn't joking, Fahd took a deep breath, then feigned anger and said, "You officials are going too far! Friends should help each other!"

After "scolding" him, Fahad immediately gave Zhou Luming a guarantee: "Zhou, don't worry, tomorrow's technical exchange meeting will definitely end perfectly."

"Thanks."

"From this day forward, you are also our friend. You are welcome to visit Saudi Arabia at any time. May God bless you."

Fahd shook hands with Zhou Luming to calm himself down, then bid him farewell, saying, "Zhou, please forgive me for leaving your banquet midway. It is of great importance, and I need to report to His Majesty the King immediately."

"it is good."

"..."

After Fahd and his men left, Zhou Luming looked at the others, who in turn looked at him expectantly, waiting for his favor.

However, after Zhou Luming looked around at the people, he found that the remaining people were either those who had paid an entrance fee to "make connections," or those who had already been represented by the two major conglomerates, or those he didn't want to deal with, or those who were waiting for him to take the initiative to approach them. Therefore, Zhou Luming wondered if he should just end the banquet.

However, before Zhou Luming could make up his mind, something happened that was both reasonable and unexpected: Samsung Clan Chief Lee Jae-hyuk and Yamada Tatsuhiko actually walked up to him side by side.

"Zhou Sang..."

Before Yamada Tatsuhiko could finish speaking, Zhou Luming clenched his fist and grinned maliciously, "You bastard, you're ignoring what I say, aren't you? You really think I wouldn't dare beat you up in public?"

"Hmph, is this your way of treating guests?"

Before Yamada Tatsuhiko could speak, Lee Jae-hyuk, who was standing to the side, actually warned, "Believe it or not, we'll file a complaint against you with your authorities and make you regret it."

"Zhou Sang, please calm down. We are people of status. Don't be as rude as the lower classes."

Yamada Tatsuhiko feigned panic and said something, then suddenly bowed ninety degrees to Zhou Luming again and said loudly, "Zhou-san, I'm sorry, I was wrong, please forgive me."

"..."

Zhou Luming ignored Yamada Tatsuhiko and subconsciously glanced around at everyone.

As expected, Yamada Tatsuhiko's words silenced everyone's whispers, and they all looked at him openly and honestly.

At the same time, most people's eyes revealed curiosity, rejection, and serious wariness.

Curiosity stems from what happened between Zhou Luming and Yamada Tatsuhiko, and also from what will happen next.

The rejection is directed at Zhou Luming himself: everyone here is in the business world, everyone here is a prominent figure, yet Zhou Luming dared to publicly "humiliate" a "tycoon" and force that "tycoon" to bow and apologize to Zhou Luming in public. Isn't that going too far?

The reason for the caution is that the "tycoon" actually bowed and apologized to Zhou Luming in public. Therefore, Zhou Luming is definitely not a kind person. If it is not necessary, try not to have too much contact with Zhou Luming, lest you not only fail to gain any benefits, but also end up with your family ruined.

"Mr. Zhou, Chief Yamada has already apologized to you, are you still unwilling to forgive him?"

Seeing that Zhou Luming was about to say something, Lee Jae-hyuk frowned and said first, "Do you really want Chief Yamada to kneel down and beg you?"

*Smack!*

Before Zhou Luming could react, Yamada Tatsuhiko swiftly prostrated himself before him and shouted, "Zhou-san, I'm sorry, please forgive me!"

"..."

Seeing that Zhou Luming was so angry that he couldn't speak, Lee Jae-hyuk took a step forward and whispered, "Zhou Luming, recognize your own status and position. Don't reject other people's friendships indiscriminately, and don't take sides randomly."

If you obediently admit your mistake later, then this matter will end here; otherwise…”

At this point, Lee Jae-hyuk couldn't help but become smug: "If this matter escalates to the diplomatic level, given the way your government does things, plus the pressure from those lower classes, you'll be completely sidelined even if you don't go bankrupt and imprisoned."

"By then, your life will be over."

After feeling smug, Lee Jae-hyuk pretended to be heartbroken and said to Zhou Luming with regret, "Speaking of which, seeing you living in this country where there is no freedom at all, I really pity you and feel sorry for you."

"Heh~"

Zhou Luming regained his composure, snorted coldly, and retorted sarcastically, "No matter what, I'm still a human being, while you, all of you, are less than dogs!"

After finishing his rant, Zhou Luming immediately turned around and stormed out of the banquet hall with a dark face, leaving Li Zaihe with a lump in his throat, almost suffocating.

When the others saw that Zhou Luming, the host of the banquet, had left, they either felt unsatisfied or left thoughtfully.