Chapter 418: With Benefits, Comes Friendship
It was clear that Gong Jianliang was moved by the ten million, and Tang Rao's attitude also made him feel reliable.
The kind of person who pays up front when discussing business is the most dependable.
Ten million spirit stones, even for the Giant Merchant Star, this is not a small amount.
Since Tang Rao took the initiative to give ten million, it shows that he has great confidence in this project. As Tang Rao's annual profits increase, the income of Giant Merchant Star will also continue to rise.
"Since Mr. Tang Rao mentioned base stations and protection, may I know how many base stations are needed for this network, and how many martial artists are needed for protection?" Gong Jianliang asked.
"Covering all nine realms and Seventy-two Domains, there are a total of eighty-one base stations," Tang Rao replied, "Thanks to the integration of Blue Star Technology and the technology of the Seventy-two Domains, the coverage of the network base stations has been greatly enhanced.
One realm only needs one to cover it completely.
However, these base stations are all very large and conspicuous, and will definitely attract attention from all sides.
That is why Tang Rao chose to collaborate with the Giant Merchant Star.
Which realm, which domain, which planet does not have merchants? As long as there are merchants, there is the presence of Giant Merchant Star. It can be said that the influence of Giant Merchant Star spreads throughout all nine realms and Seventy-two Domains.
That's why no force dares to mess with Giant Merchant Star, not even the Soul Capture Pavilion.
"Eighty-one base stations, this matter is still quite troublesome," said Gong Jianliang. If this project really makes money as Tang Rao said, it will definitely attract a lot of attention.
He was not so worried about other forces, but the Soul Capture Pavilion...
"Mr. Gong is afraid of the Soul Capture Pavilion, right?" Tang Rao asked.
"Indeed," Gong Jianliang nodded.
"I am too, that's why I am seeking collaboration with the Giant Merchant Star," Tang Rao said with a smile.
"Actually, it is possible for you to cooperate with the Soul Capture Pavilion on this matter," Gong Jianliang said to Tang Rao, smiling amiably.
"Firstly, I have grievances with the Soul Capture Pavilion; secondly, I do not think that Giant Merchant Star is inferior to the Soul Capture Pavilion, in some ways, Giant Merchant Star is even stronger; lastly, merchants chase profit, if there is profit, there is friendship," Tang Rao said indifferently.
"Great!" Gong Jianliang slapped the table, "Since Mr. Tang Rao is so straightforward, Giant Merchant Star cannot fall behind either. This matter is settled! Rest assured, if the Soul Capture Pavilion dares to come, my Giant Merchant Star will definitely make them pay the price," Gong Jianliang declared.
"It's a pleasure to cooperate," Tang Rao stood up, then extended his hand.
Gong Jianliang also smiled and shook hands with Tang Rao.
The subsequent matters were not really significant, processing the Special Merchant status was just a matter of a few minutes.
...
After coming out of Gong Jianliang's room, Ling Feier deeply exhaled.
She did not expect that the person in front of her was Tang Rao, the legendary figure; at the same time, Tang Rao's business this time was terrifyingly big, yielding profits of hundreds of millions of spirit stones a year, and her benefits would be extremely terrifying.
Of course, the most terrifying thing was that she had latched onto Tang Rao's powerful support.
From now on, she would be Tang Rao's Special Commissioner, specially serving Tang Rao.
When the time was ripe, or rather, as long as Tang Rao earned enough money, she could even take Gong Jianliang's place.
"Thank you, Tang Rao the Great," Ling Feier bowed slightly towards Tang Rao, clearly, she had bet correctly.
"No need to thank me, you should be thanking yourself," Tang Rao smiled, if Ling Feier hadn't decisively agreed to provide him with a Special Contract, she wouldn't have had this opportunity.
Often, opportunities are fought for by oneself.
"Hehe, to express my gratitude, let me treat you to a meal!" Ling Feier said.
"Jiuxian Building," Zhou Shengdian immediately said.
"You really know how to pick a place, but if Grand Master Tang Rao agrees, then we'll go to Jiuxian Building," Ling Feier said.
Although Jiuxian Building is expensive, it's only right to shed some blood to thank Tang Rao.
"What are we waiting for!" Tang Rao immediately spoke. Jiuxian Building was famous, and it had been a long time since he had last drunk there. He missed it quite a bit.
...
The trio soon arrived at Jiuxian Building, where it was already packed with people.
Although it was costly, in this world, there is no shortage of wealthy people.
"Boss Tang, wait a moment, I'll talk to them." Ling Feier said as she entered Jiuxian Building first. A few minutes later, she came out again, accompanied by a middle-aged man.
As a Level 9 customer registrar, Ling Feier held some status on Giant Merchant Star, and it was normal for her to have good relations with the people at Jiuxian Building.
"Gentlemen, hello, I am Hong Yang, the manager of Jiuxian Building. Please come inside," the middle-aged man said to Tang Rao and Zhou Shengdian.
"Let's go," Ling Feier added.
"Tsk tsk tsk, it's different when you have connections," Zhou Shengdian muttered. Normally, if you wanted to drink at Jiuxian Building, you'd definitely need to queue for hours.
If you're unlucky, queueing for a day might still not get you in.
"Damn, what do you mean!"
"I've already been queueing for two hours, why should they go in first?!"
"Exactly, do you know who our young master is? I'll tell you, our young master is the nephew of the Blood Wind Domain Lord!"
A group of people suddenly began making a commotion, shouting and behaving arrogantly.
Hong Yang frowned slightly, appearing displeased.
"Blood Wind Domain, is it? I'm sorry, but this is Giant Merchant Star, and this place is Jiuxian Building. Jiuxian Building has its own rules, and outsiders need not interfere. If you feel it's unfair, feel free to leave and not queue; nobody is forcing you," Hong Yang said coldly.
Jiuxian Building is already a Level 9 merchant, and this is the headquarters of Jiuxian Building on Giant Merchant Star. Screw your Blood Wind Domain. Get lost.
As for Tang Rao, he raised his eyebrows slightly.
Blood Wind Domain? Oh, seems like Mei Fanghua's lackey.
"Who the hell are you? So arrogant! Believe it or not, once you leave Giant Merchant Star, I'll beat you to death!" the nephew of the Blood Wind Domain Lord cursed, his expression fierce.
Many people around shook their heads. Did the nephew of the Blood Wind Domain Lord have a hole in his brain? Threatening a Level 9 merchant's manager on Giant Merchant Star. Should I say you're seeking death?
When mingling in society, you should at least brighten your guardian.
Blood Wind Domain, among the Seventy-two Domains in the Nine Realms, can only be considered third-rate. Picking a fight with a Level 9 merchant of Giant Merchant Star? You really don't have the qualifications.
If the Blood Wind Domain Lord were here, maybe he could talk tough.
Unfortunately, you're just a nobody.
"I just jumped the queue, so what? Can you beat me?" Before Hong Yang could respond, Tang Rao already started speaking, his face full of provocation.
"Damn, kid, you're too arrogant! I'll tell you, if I, Xue Tianya, don't beat you till you cry for your dad and mom, I won't carry the surname Xue," the nephew of the Blood Wind Domain Lord pointed at Tang Rao and shouted.
"Come on, I'm waiting, make your move," Tang Rao gestured to Xue Tianya with a hooked finger.
Such irrational young men can be easily provoked with just a few taunting words.
Tang Rao knew a hundred ways to screw them over.
"Dammit, get him!" Xue Tianya shouted at a few guards by his side.
"My lord, we are on Giant Merchant Star, we cannot strike," one of the guards, who was more aware of the situation, advised.
"I told you to kill him for me, damn it! Go! What's the use of supporting you guys!" Xue Tianya was enraged, totally disregarding the consequences by now.