Only after being reborn did I realize how fascinating the world of the rich is.

After the auction of Hongxing Electric Vehicle Factory ended, Hou Guowei was very satisfied. This achievement would add another brilliant chapter to his career path.

However, as time went by, there was still no news of the promised 80 million yuan bid. When he asked his secretary to call, the other party only said that he was raising funds.

But when the deadline arrived, Hou Guowei sat in his office and still hadn't received any news that the other party had transferred the bidding money.

"Go call that guy surnamed Qin again and ask him what he really means. If he doesn't transfer the money soon, the five million deposit will be forfeited!"

"Director Hou, I just called again to confirm. They said they don't want the five million deposit anymore. President Qin isn't very familiar with the manufacturing industry, and his bidding this time was a bit reckless. Please forgive him!"

Hou Guowei's face turned ashen.

Even if the ten million yuan deposit is confiscated, what does it have to do with Hou Guowei? This money is unlikely to end up in his pocket, and besides, he's a government employee; having too much money in his hands can be a problem.

Besides, given his status and position within the system, if he really wanted something, it would only be a matter of a word. What he wants are political achievements, not empty words and nonsense.

After a while, Hou Guowei composed himself and thought about it for a bit before deciding to call Li Xiaofeng.

He is a very realistic person, and someone who prioritizes getting things done. He can't dwell on Qin Kai's matter for now; the most important thing is to figure out how to clean up the mess at Hongxing Electric Vehicle Factory.

His goal was to get someone to take over and revive the factory. As for how much the factory was sold for, it didn't really matter, since the money wouldn't end up in his pocket anyway.

Of course, it's not that he doesn't care how much the factory sells for; the higher the price, the better for him. However, compared to saving the factory, it seems less important.

"Mr. Li, are you still interested in that Hongxing Electric Vehicle Factory? If you're willing to take it over, we'll calculate the price based on the 70 million you quoted before!"

"Director Hou, didn't General Manager Qin buy that factory? General Manager Qin is young, promising, and ambitious. Moreover, it's a foreign-invested enterprise. It's most beneficial for the factory if he gets it. Has he offended you?"

"Mr. Li, don't overthink it. What do you mean you've offended me? We're here to provide services for you. It's Mr. Qin's side that failed to pay the bidding fee within the stipulated time!"

"What? He went back on his word? How can someone do this? Especially for us business people, we should value our reputation. How can he have no sense of social responsibility at all!"

"Mr. Li, so you're saying you're willing to take over this factory?"

"Of course I'm willing. As you may know, I grew up in this factory and have a deep affection for it."

Although I've benefited from the times and made some money by chance, I mustn't forget my roots and should be willing to shoulder social responsibility within my means!

Hearing Li Xiaofeng say this, Hou Guowei was very happy and excitedly said, "So you mean you're willing to take over this electric vehicle factory for 70 million?"

"Director Hou, I have always been an upright person. If we decide on such a big matter in private, it will be criticized and will be a stain on both of our reputations."

How about this? You organize another auction. I'm sure there will still be people interested in this factory. If no one buys it, I guarantee you I'll cover the losses. What do you think?

Just kidding. Since Qin Kai has changed his mind, it means he has lost the right to continue bidding. Without Qin Kai competing with him, the price would definitely not have reached 70 million.

He wanted to acquire the electric vehicle factory, but there was no need to be a sucker like him. If he saved a little, that would be tens of millions of yuan, which he could keep for himself. Wouldn't that be better?

Li Xiaofeng's words sounded grand and reasonable. Although Hou Guowei was eager to finalize the deal, haste makes waste. Having worked in the system for so many years, he still had that much patience.

His only concern was that if the auction failed to sell, even fewer people would participate, and the price would certainly not be as high as last time.

But we can't worry about that now. The most important thing is that someone can take over this electric vehicle factory.

"Alright, Mr. Li, I will organize the relevant departments as soon as possible to get the auction going again. Once the auction time is confirmed, I will call you personally to let you know!"

"No problem!" Li Xiaofeng readily agreed.

Then, he added with some concern, "However, Director Hou, you should also understand that most people are now flocking to the real estate industry. Manufacturing is not very profitable. I hope you can take care of me in business in the future!"

Hou Guowei didn't quite understand what Li Xiaofeng meant, but he still said, "Don't worry, as long as you, Mr. Li, manage the company well, I will definitely do my best to serve you within my authority!"

Soon, under Hou Guowei's direction, the second auction for Hongxing Electric Vehicle Factory was held.

Just as Li Xiaofeng predicted, this auction was far less intense than the last one, with far fewer participants and bids increasing by one million at a time.

When Li Xiaofeng called out a bid of ten million, the auction room fell silent. Everyone shut up, mainly because his previous bid had been so impressive that it had driven the price up to seventy million.

Among those present, no one could push the price that high, so they simply stopped bidding. If they got excited and bid a price they couldn't afford, like Qin Kai did, they would lose five million in deposits for nothing, which would be a huge loss.

Seeing that the factory was about to fall into Li Xiaofeng's hands, Factory Director Feng became anxious and shouted loudly to the people he had arranged, "This factory is definitely worth more than ten million, keep bidding!"

Li Xiaofeng didn't need to look to know that the person Director Feng had arranged was Cao Jinpeng.

When Director Feng approached Cao Jinpeng, Cao Jinpeng immediately told Li Xiaofeng.

Although his relationship with Li Xiaofeng is not as good as before, he would not go to Li Xiaofeng, this investment guru, for a little interest, hoping that Li Xiaofeng would help him out in the future!

Seeing Director Feng yelling at him, Cao Jinpeng smiled slightly and pretended not to hear.

Feng Bowen, who was standing next to him, urged, "President Cao, just name your price. Anything under 50 million is acceptable. Don't worry, we will definitely be able to pay you back in full!"

Cao Jinpeng sneered and said, "I can decide how to use my money!"