Shopping in the supermarket is a waste of time at best. Choosing the wrong side in politics is a bloody political strangulation.

Samsung Group must pay for its betrayal.

"The main reason why the chaebols such as Samsung and Hyundai have been able to develop rapidly, continue to expand and annex is that they have obtained huge amounts of low-interest loans led by government support and granted by banks. And the current situation is that the chaebol has expanded too much, trying to get rid of its dependence on banks and the government, and Samsung Group has crossed the red line, which is the bottom line that the government absolutely cannot tolerate. ”

Zhao Yuanxi leaned back and chuckled: "So I need to appear as a linesman and give Samsung Group a yellow card warning?" ”

"Do you still need a yellow card," Li Mingxian glanced at Zhao Yuanxi meaningfully, "It's not a yellow card, it's a red card." Samsung Group must discourage attempts to get involved in the banking sector and accept the supervision and punishment it deserves. ”

Zhao Yuanxi spread his hands, "The problem now is that Lee Kun-hee is not my fan, he won't ask me for an autograph, even if I want to pretend to be his fan and ask him for an autograph." ”

Li Mingxian was amused by Zhao Yuanxi's cynical words, shook his head and smiled: "I will arrange for you to meet." ”

The meeting point was set at Seorak Myeong Resort, an upscale leisure resort in northeastern Seoul that is a property of Samsung Group. For such an important meeting, it is natural to choose a place of absolute security.

As soon as he left the center of Seoul, Cho Won-hee changed to a vehicle that Samsung Group had come to greet him. Zhao Yuanxi didn't bring any of his entourage and went to the appointment alone. These things have nothing to do with his agents and assistants, and there is no need for them to get involved. It's safer for them not to know than to know.

Zhao Yuanxi is not Guan Yu, so he doesn't need to go to the meeting alone. Li Jianxi is not Xiang Yu, and he did not hold a banquet

Seorak Myung Resort has a beautiful environment and an excellent geographical location, surrounded by mountains and rivers, and you can see the vast Han River at a glance.

In the afternoon, the bright sunlight poured into the room through the wide glass window, causing a hint of lazy sleepiness, and two young girls dressed in bright traditional hanbok smiled sweetly and served eagerly, which made Zhao Yuanxi feel a little lingering.

A sound of footsteps interrupted Zhao Yuanxi's emotion, and a middle-aged man in a black suit pushed the door and waved his hand at the two girls, "You guys stand down." ”

The two girls bowed down and closed the door lightly.

Only then did the middle-aged man introduce: "Hello, I'm Lee Jae-yong. ”

The appearance is dignified, heroic, extraordinary, and a pair of glasses adds a bit of elegance, and the person who comes is the future Samsung helmsman Lee Jae-yong.

The personal meeting of Samsung's future helmsman surprised Zhao Yuanxi, which shows the anxiety and importance of Samsung Group to this incident.

Samsung Group and Lee Kun-hee can't help but be nervous and anxious, and the special inspection team has interrogated a number of Samsung Group executives, and even interrogated Lee Kun-hee's spouse, Lee Jae-yong's mother.

Zhao Yuanxi turned around and smiled: "Hello, I'm Zhao Yuanxi." ”

The man in front of him was far younger than he imagined, not even Korean, with a handsome face, a lofty instrument, calm and introverted, and a strong self-confidence in his gestures.

Lee Jae-yong made an inviting gesture, "Please be seated." ”

Zhao Yuanxi sat down with a smile and sighed: "This is really a good place for vacation, it makes people linger." ”

Li Zairong said with a smile: "If Mr. Zhao likes it, he might as well spend a few more days." ”

Zhao Yuanxi shook his head and said straight to the point: "Thank you for your kindness, I have taken the liberty to come here this time because I have a few words to tell Chairman Lee Kun-hee. ”

Li Zairong's heart tightened, and he said quietly: "Mr. Zhao, please speak." ”

Zhao Yuanxi said in a deep voice: "The rules need to be followed most of the time, some collisions are inconsequential, but some crossing the line is unforgivable. ”

Li Zairong groaned: "Please also ask Mr. Zhao to make it clear." ”

"Woori Financial Holdings, KB Financial Holdings (Kookmin Bank), Shinhan Financial Holdings."

Cho Won-hee reported the three largest banks in South Korea, and Lee Jae-yong's expression became nervous every time he said the name of a bank. He knew that Samsung Group was interested in entering the banking industry, but he was not responsible for this aspect of affairs, he was only the chief customer officer of Samsung Electronics, and his father was in full control of the operation of the group, and he did not know.

If only three banks join forces to suppress Samsung, although the problem is serious, it is not impossible to resolve, and the most serious situation at present is that Lee Kun-hee is facing accusations of bribing government departments by setting up a private bribery fund.

"I don't know ...... Mr. Zhao and the prosecutor general"

Zhao Yuanxi shook his head, "I don't represent anyone, just myself." ”

Seeing Lee Jae-yong's disappointed expression, Zhao Yuanxi said meaningfully: "The statute of limitations for your company's low-priced issuance of Samsung SDS certified equity bonds only lasts until the end of this month, and time is a very effective weapon, isn't it?" ”

Lee Jae-yong rekindled a glimmer of hope, leaned over and said earnestly, "Please Mr. Zhao give me some time." ”

Zhao Yuanxi raised his hand, "Please." ”

Lee Jae-yong nodded, got up and left the room, turned the two corridors, and pushed open the door of a room.

Lee Kun-hee sat with his back to the door, motionless, his short body almost completely sunk into the seat, his gray silver hair standing out in the sunlight.

"Father." Lee Jae-yong took two steps forward and called softly.

It wasn't until Lee Jae-yong called twice that Lee Kun-hee turned around slowly, and a trace of essence flashed in his small eyes, "What did he say?" ”

Lee Jae-yong said in a deep voice: "Mr. Zhao flatly denied his relationship with Prosecutor General Lee Myung-hun, but he knows the details of the case well. Immediately relayed the conversation between the two of them as it was.

Lee Kun-hee sighed: "The most important thing is to drop the charge of bribery, and the rest of the charges are not a big problem." ”

"Yes, I see. I'll talk about it now. ”

Lee Kun-hee stopped Lee Jae-yong, who turned to leave, "Zai Rong, I plan to transfer you to China next week to avoid the limelight for a while, and you don't have to worry about domestic affairs." ”

"Father, now is the critical moment when someone needs to share your worries, how can I leave at this time......" Lee Jae-yong said eagerly.

Lee Kun-hee waved his hand, interrupted Lee Jae-yong's words, and said in an unquestioning tone: "I am enough to deal with domestic affairs." Samsung's future is in your hands, and you can't afford to miss it. I'll be in China next week. ”

Li Zairong clenched his fists fiercely, lowered his head and said in a deep voice, "Yes, father." ”

When he saw Zhao Yuanxi for the first time, Li Zairong showed a strange politeness, and when he saw Zhao Yuanxi again, Li Zairong was obviously much more relaxed, he knew whether his father could be exonerated or that the least possible exemption from charges might be tied to the young man in front of him.

"Mr. Zhao, there is a saying in China, open the skylight and speak brightly, I hope we can talk openly and honestly."

Zhao Yuanxi smiled and said: "Mr. Li is erudite and talented, Zhao deeply admires, and what Mr. Li said is exactly what Zhao wants." ”

Lee Jae-yong said: "The accusation that Samsung Group used its branches to set up bribery funds to bribe influential South Korean executives is not true, and I hope that the prosecutor general will find out and drop the charges against Samsung Group." ”

Of course, Zhao Yuanxi would not make such an easy promise, even if he clearly saw the documents provided by the special inspection team, which did show that the accusation of bribery by Samsung Group was withdrawn due to insufficient evidence. If you easily expose your own chassis, this negotiation is meaningless.

Zhao Yuanxi shook his head and said: "Mr. Li, the so-called matter of being entrusted by others to be loyal to people is not a small matter, at least let me see Mr. Li's sincerity." ”

"Mr. Zhao, please make it clear."

Zhao Yuanxi stretched out two fingers, "First, Samsung Group has given up its plan to enter the banking industry. Second, Samsung Group sold its stake in Everland held by Samsung Credit Card. ”

The first condition is not too much of a loss for Samsung, at this time Samsung Group is embattled, and it is useless to establish a strong enemy such as the three major banks in South Korea, and it is wise to take a step back and open the sky.

The second condition is to choke the main artery of Samsung Group, Everland is not just a simple theme park, but the core asset of Samsung Group, many subsidiaries are directly controlled through Everland, and Samsung Credit Card holds 25.64% of Everland's shares, accounting for a considerable proportion.

Lee Jae-rong's face was cloudy, and his father told him that as long as the bribery charge was revoked, the rest could be discussed, but the sale of Everland's shares was really a big deal.

After thinking about it for a long time, Lee Jae-yong asked, "Who is the object of sale?" ”

"Woori Financial Holdings, KB Financial Holdings, and Shinhan Financial Holdings." Zhao Yuanxi smiled slightly, "Please rest assured Mr. Li, the three banks do not interfere in all the affairs of Everland and its subsidiaries." This is just a safety lock to ensure that Samsung Group completely exits the banking industry. ”

Lee Jae-yong breathed a long sigh of relief, "Yes." ”