Reborn with Consumption System-Chapter 539 - 244: 2014, It’s My Time, Han Lie!_3

"Ah, Mr. Han, you’ve been busy lately? You look a bit haggard..."

"Mr. Gu’s issue was indeed not an easy one to resolve."

Brother Lie sighed, gave a bitter smile, and shook his head, acting as if it were all perfectly genuine.

"I’ve been busy for a whole week, and finally there’s some progress... Mr. Gu, you’ll have to treat me to a meal today!"

"Don’t worry, don’t worry! It’s on me, my treat!"

Gu Yong was incredibly moved and quickly supported Han Lie as they walked inside. "Mr. Han, I, Gu Yong, will never forget your great kindness for as long as I live! Come on, I’ll order a couple of nourishing soups for you later, so you can replenish yourself thoroughly!"

I really do need a good replenishment...

Of course, no need to overdo it.

Although Han Lie didn’t look very energetic at the moment, his age and Constitution ensured he recovered very quickly.

The primary role of Constitution isn’t burst power, but recovery. Strength is what governs burst power—those in the know understand.

「Up the stairs, to their seats.」

Liu Minghao was with Lü Shuli, Han Lie with Liang Wu, and Gu Yong with the company’s finance manager, the PR department head, and three female assistants.

Indeed, the three women Gu Yong brought were like spring orchids and autumn chrysanthemums, each with their unique appeal. They ranged from sultry to demure, encompassing mature, sophisticated types and cute, youthful ones. Figure, legs, face, bust—they had it all.

They immediately tried to ply Han Lie with alcohol, probably intending to get him drunk and lead him away.

Under everyone’s watchful eyes, Brother Lie behaved with utmost propriety, like a true gentleman, composed and steady. Low-cut dresses, black stockings—Brother Lie didn’t even glance their way.

I can’t speak for other executives, but I, for one, can definitely withstand this kind of test!

This earned him everyone’s solemn respect.

Lü Shuli initially had a stern face and pursed lips, but her smile gradually widened, and her eyes began to sparkle.

The young assistant, Liang Wu, who was sitting right next to her, whispered, "Our boss is reliable, isn’t he?"

"Mmm!"

Lü Shuli nodded affirmatively. She felt she had gained a new, deeper understanding of Han Lie.

When it comes to serious business, he’s so incredibly focused...

Their attempts to get him drunk failed, but this didn’t delay the discussion of serious matters.

"Mr. Han, I know you’ve been working hard, but please, help me out and give me a bit more leeway. Once I, Gu Yong, catch my breath, I will definitely not forget a friend’s help!"

Gu Yong found the 18% interest rate rather unacceptable and resorted to all sorts of complaints and pleas.

"18% is indeed not low, but you also have to consider the efficiency," Han Lie stood firm. "If you’re not in a hurry, give me another month. I’m confident I can bring the cost down to 15%. How does that sound?"

"Alas! I really can’t wait that long..."

"Then that’s how it is!" Han Lie spread his hands. "You won’t find faster money than mine in the entire country. Even a bank loan takes a month and a half to process! You want the money quickly, and you want a low interest rate. Think about it yourself—is that reasonable?"

"Reasonable or not, isn’t it all up to you, Mr. Han?" Gu Yong lavished Han Lie with flattery, pestering him relentlessly.

Real estate developers seldom let pride get in their way; otherwise, the sheer number of connections they need to grease would drive them mad with frustration.

As it happened, Han Lie hadn’t intended to make much money from this deal anyway. So, after putting on an act for a while, pretending he couldn’t withstand the pestering, he finally relented.

"My intermediary fee... I suppose I can lower it a bit more."

"A true friend!" Gu Yong was overjoyed. "Mr. Han, whatever your conditions are, please, just name them!"

"I personally don’t have any conditions. I don’t need that little bit from you," Han Lie waved his hand, his expression turning serious, his brow furrowed. "But there’s one condition—I must ensure the absolute security of these funds. This concerns my reputation, you understand?" 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

"Understood, understood!" Gu Yong slapped his chest vigorously. "As long as the requirements are reasonable, there’s absolutely no problem on my end!"

Alright, settled.

Han Lie remained calm and composed, patiently setting his trap.

"Firstly, you can only use these funds for 18 months. If you weren’t in such a rush, the investors available in February could offer you a two-year term..."

Gu Yong gritted his teeth hard. "No problem, 18 months is enough. I’m in dire need here."

"Alright, second..."

With the life-saving 2.5 billion almost within his grasp, Gu Yong agreed to all of Han Lie’s conditions without a second thought.

Of course, this was largely because the conditions themselves were reasonable.

Using someone else’s money means being subject to their constraints and ensuring the project is completed to a high standard, both in quality and quantity. That’s perfectly normal.

Not only did Gu Yong fail to notice anything amiss, but the finance manager who accompanied him, despite looking quite astute, also didn’t spot any issues.

Well, the contract itself indeed had no problems.

At most, it was just a bit stricter, with slightly higher demands regarding deadlines, quality, and repayment schedules. The clauses were meticulously detailed.

"Please understand, Mr. Gu," Han Lie explained. "ABS projects centered on properties under construction are still a novelty in this country. Banks, trusts, investors, and guarantors—everyone involved is very cautious. We try to anticipate all potential issues beforehand to expedite their approval process."

"That’s as it should be, absolutely!" Gu Yong exclaimed in admiration. "Mr. Han, you’re so meticulous in your work. No wonder you’ve earned the trust of so many people... I’m thoroughly impressed!"

Good, he’s hooked!

Han Lie, smiling faintly, conceded 0.5% on the interest, locking in all the key clauses. Now, all that remained was to sign the contract.

The date was December 30, 2013, the second-to-last day before the New Year.

Gu Yong hoped to sign the contract the next day, but Han Lie refused.

"Let’s do it the day after tomorrow," Han Lie said. He raised his wine glass, a brilliant smile on his face. "That will be January 1st, the start of a new year. A new beginning, a fresh start for everything! Here’s to all of us achieving our heart’s desires and may everything go smoothly for us in the year to come!"

"Excellent! To good fortune and success!" Gu Yong was the first to cheer loudly. He stood up, brimming with excitement, raised his glass, and drained it in one gulp.

Amidst the lively and boisterous celebratory atmosphere, a faint smile played on Han Lie’s lips. His eyes, however, were deep and inscrutable, reflecting a fierce determination and ambition.

2014 will belong to me, Han Lie!

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Whoa, I guessed it right~~~ any lottery ticket winners here?