As a Magnate, I Started Checking in at a Convenience Store

Chapter 752: How to Split the Cake!
Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

Entering the study, Zhou Chao saw Jiang Youdao sitting at the tea table, brewing tea.

“Dad!” Zhou Chao greeted, promptly taking a seat.

“Have some tea!”

Reaching for the offered tea cup, Zhou Chao eagerly accepted it.

Taking a sip, he savored the fragrance of the tea lingering on his taste buds and permeating his mind.

“Delicious! The leader’s tea is indeed exceptional. I should take some home to taste when I have the chance!” Zhou Chao remarked, casting a glance towards the tea canisters on the table.

“Xiao Chao, is what you said earlier true? Don’t tell me it was just a joke. I went to two old masters, and they both took this matter very seriously. It concerns the country’s development for the next few decades!”

Jiang Youdao inquired, lighting a cigarette and puffing away, creating a haze of smoke. A trace of concern flickered in his eyes.

“Dad, how could I joke about such a matter? The relevant technology is in my hands, and experiments can be conducted at any time,”

Hearing this, Jiang Youdao smoked his cigarette thoughtfully. After a moment, he voiced his concern, “Xiao Chao, how do you plan to handle this matter?”

Surprised by the question, Zhou Chao glanced at Jiang Youdao’s expression and hesitated before responding. He pondered the implication behind the inquiry.

“Are you suggesting I unconditionally hand over this technology to the country? If so, why the concerned look?” Zhou Chao wondered inwardly.

Knowing his father-in-law’s patriotic nature, Zhou Chao wondered if he was being set up as a scapegoat in this situation.

“Dad, what do you mean?” Zhou Chao asked cautiously.

Jiang Youdao extinguished his cigarette and then looked at Zhou Chao. “After in-depth discussions with your grandfather and grandfather-in-law, we believe this technology could potentially alter the global landscape.”

Zhou Chao was taken aback. The magnitude of the situation suddenly became apparent. Deserts existed not only in Huaxia but also in various regions worldwide. If this technology truly was as advanced as suggested, its value would be immeasurable.

For instance, in the Middle East and surrounding nations where deserts prevail, the potential to change the current circumstances could yield invaluable benefits.

Interest was always the touchstone of human nature. When this interest exceeded a certain limit, more people would join the game.

“Are you suggesting I hand over this technology?” Zhou Chao inquired, his mind racing.

Jiang Youdao nodded, then shook his head.

This gesture left Zhou Chao puzzled. Was he supposed to surrender the technology or not? Zhou Chao remained indifferent to the potential benefits the technology could bring. Despite the allure of increased wealth, his fortune was already beyond measure. Even if he gained more from this technology, it would only be a numerical change.

What he truly desired was to realize his vision or ideal. He envisioned constructing a futuristic city in the future oasis, akin to a sci-fi metropolis.

“It’s not a matter of surrendering but rather cooperation. This is the opinion of your grandfather and grandfather-in-law. After all, you have already done a lot for the country and made significant contributions. Even if we shear a sheep, we shouldn’t aim for the one you’re shearing!”

Zhou Chao couldn’t decide whether to laugh or cry. Looking at it, he realized he was indeed a fat sheep. Fortunately, his background was strong and robust!

Lifting his teacup, Jiang Youdao took a sip and continued, “Our current concern is how to resolve this matter satisfactorily. If we fail to do so, it will be troublesome for us!”

“What you mean is how to split this cake?” Zhou Chao looked at his father-in-law with a glint in his eyes.

Rolling his eyes at Zhou Chao, Jiang Youdao retorted irritably, “Can’t you refrain from such vulgar expressions? Although you’re wealthy now, you should broaden your horizons. Wealth doesn’t have to be the only focus.”

Feeling somewhat exasperated with his father-in-law, Zhou Chao couldn’t help but think, “We’re family, why beat around the bush? Why does he have to make everything sound so profound? I can’t expose him, but I have to go along with his mindset, just because he’s my wife’s dad!”

“Dad, are you suggesting we recruit a group of close associates to join this project?” Zhou Chao inquired.

“You’re not framing it right. We’re not forming factions. It’s about maximizing benefits. You can’t give one department something without giving another!” Jiang Youdao replied, a hint of satisfaction on his face.

Zhou Chao finally understood his father-in-law’s intentions. It was about sharing the benefits and making everyone indebted to him.

“So, what’s the plan? Are we all going to approach that person together?” Zhou Chao glanced upward.

“We haven’t decided yet. We’ve only discussed a rough idea. After all, we haven’t even seen the technology you mentioned, let alone verified its authenticity. If anything goes wrong, I might end up in a tough spot!” Jiang Youdao explained.

Zhou Chao nodded in understanding. He realized that his father-in-law meant they needed concrete evidence and reports before making any decisions. Only then could they confidently negotiate.

After a moment of contemplation, Zhou Chao proposed, “Here’s what we’ll do, Dad. I’ll share a portion of the technology with you. You can have Grandpa experiment with it. If it succeeds, you can then discuss how to proceed.”