Return all the attention directed at the country to the center point of this turmoil: Paris. There is a time lag in the transmission of information, even in the Internet age.
When some people think that the overall situation has been decided, in fact, in the luxurious villa of the French media giant Lagardère Consortium in Paris, Arnold Lagardère, the contemporary leader of the Lagardère Consortium, and his friends are listening to the details of the matter. Subordinate Thomas explained the current situation.
Except for Mr. Thomas, there were five people in the small drawing room of the villa.
Arnaud Lagardère, his son Arthur Lagardère, Bernard Arnault, CEO of LVMH Group, Louis Froude, Minister of Territorial Integration and Local Liaison, etc.
The five of them were sitting in chairs in the small living room, and in the middle of the small living room was the bald Mr. Thomas. He was introducing the situation in French.
News has come that Idaka will attend a reception hosted by Denton Glaser, CEO of the large advertising company Publicis Groupe (Publics). Publicis Groupe sent news and greetings to the leaders of the local consortium in advance.
So, what are they going to do when they meet Jing Gao three days later?
Should I pick up a knife to cut the meat and eat it in big gulps, or should I take a step back and act gentle and gentlemanly before showing my fangs?
They need to understand the specific and real situation in all aspects at this time to make a decision.
The bald Mr. Thomas was a little excited and kept gesticulating to strengthen his tone. Because the situation is not so good,"
Gentlemen, Carl Behrman is a fucking piece of shit. He promised to take down the Zhaoshi Group, but now he relies on us to help him.
Just the day before yesterday, he actually succumbed to Jing Gao's pressure to convene an extraordinary shareholders' meeting and canceled the interim board of directors. Instead, the interim board of directors will be postponed to June 8th next week..."
According to the plan, regardless of who made the plan, in general, Carl Behrman, CEO of Zhaoshi Group, wanted to turn Zhaoshi Group into a crisis-ridden and miserable company.
Rather than the fourth largest luxury goods group in France that seems to be vigorous, determined to develop, and valued at 40 billion euros.
However, it is obvious that as the CEO of Zhaoshi Group, the current actual person in charge, Karl Behrman, has not completed his task.
In terms of public opinion, Zhaoshi Group is currently in Paris, and everyone in France is calling for a beating. However, the French people's main dislike for Zhaoshi Group is still focused on the involvement of Chinese capital in France's core industries.
In addition, many consumers mistakenly thought that this was a French company and were deceived.
But this is not enough to shake the fundamentals of Zhaoshi Group. Because 70% of global luxury goods consumption is in China. The basic base of Zhaoshi Group is in China. Sales in France tend to be 0, which will not affect them.
In Thomas' view, Karl Behrmann did not dare to touch the "political correctness" of the French, which is really unforgivable. This idiot wants so much profit, but he doesn't do the work! As long as Karl Behrman expresses certain public opinions, the Zhaoshi Group will immediately become notorious, difficult to clean up, and will be directly crucified!
However, Thomas didn't think about why Carl Bellman didn't dare to use this trick?
First, as the major shareholder Xihe Alpha Fund has submitted a proposal for an extraordinary general meeting of shareholders, Karl Behrmann's dare to make remarks that provoke the French public will accelerate his ouster.
Secondly, Karl Behrman also wants to continue to work as CEO of Zhaoshi Group in the future and make all the changes. How could he be willing to really destroy the foundation of Zhaoshi Group?
Arthur Lagardère was in his fifties and assisted his father in managing a huge publishing house and media group. Hearing this, he frowned slightly and asked, "Have the clothing brands under the Zhaoshi Group started moving?"
Thomas said: "Half of the brands have already rebelled. Some have filed lawsuits, some have spread rumors, and want more benefits. Some are already negotiating with companies such as LVMH Group. The cases filed have all entered the local judiciary. program."
Thomas described a precarious apocalyptic situation for the Zhaoshi Group.
Arthur Lagardère asked again, "So, what about the judicial process of the investigation into Zhaoshi Group? How far has it come?"
Louis Froude, who serves in the cabinet, replied on his behalf: "I am already paying attention. It is currently going through the process within the government. It may take a while."
The chandelier overhead in the small living room is very beautiful and bright. Thomas, who has a typical French face and is already bald in middle age, hesitates to speak.
The affairs officers in the government have already been manipulated by Lenny Clive, and they will definitely be delayed as long as they can. However, on such an occasion, he really didn't have to reveal the secret that everyone knew.
Doesn’t this mean that the Minister has promised to use his influence?
Bernard Arnault, CEO of LVMH Group, the richest man in Europe, was 70 years old. He was sitting in a soft and comfortable chair, wearing a suit, and his manner was extremely elegant. He said calmly: "What's the situation at the bank?"
Thomas said: "As far as I know, Société Générale requires Zhaoshi Group to repay a loan of 100 million euros three months in advance. But according to internal feedback from Zhaoshi Group, their chief financial officer Dong Lingxi said that the major shareholder Xi and Alpha Fund will inject capital to repay the loan of 100 million euros."
Arthur Lagardère said unhappily: "This woman is in the way! She is a chess piece placed by Jing Gao in the Zhaoshi Group. Do you want to deal with her before we meet?"
The so-called "dealing with" means sending gunmen to kill or causing car accidents. This is not a problem in France.
Because there are no cameras all over the street here.
Bernard-Arnault shook his head, "Don't move for now." He didn't like the need for violence.
Someone who had been silent said: "So, at present, there is nothing we can do against Mr. Jing and Zhaoshi Group?"
Arnold Lagardère opened his eyes and said: "That's not necessarily true. Our partner, Richard from Hong Kong Island, has exaggerated and exaggerated the news from us and passed it back to China.
This is enough to affect the reputation of Zhaoshi Group, which is the big market of Zhaoshi Group.
In fact, the news he fed back to Bernard did have an effect. "
Bernard Arnault nodded to express his support for his old friend's words. The person responsible for connecting with Xiao Li was one of his assistants. At this time, he said bluntly: "Xiao Li's capabilities are insufficient. We cannot give feedback from the Chinese market, but must solve the problem here in Paris. Thomas, how much public relations fee does Publicis Groupe receive?"
Thomas replied respectfully: "Mr. Arnault, according to reliable information, they received a heavy sum of 60 million euros."
This made several people change their colors.
Publicis Groupe charges such expensive media public relations fees, which shows that they are certain to change public opinion. And Publicis Groupe just brought the two parties together to sit down and talk, which is not worth 60 million euros!
Bernard Arnault said calmly: "So, everyone, the current situation is that we seem to have the upper hand, but in fact we cannot do anything to Zhaoshi Group for the time being. And they have already responded.
Therefore, the negotiations after three days are not a feast for us to give and take and divide the interests. Instead, the two sides will discuss how to end this crisis. Is that so? "
Thomas almost burst into tears and said quickly: "Yes!"
"Yes."
"Yes."
Others spoke out and agreed with Bernard-Arnault's conclusion.
Arnold Lagardère, who was old, waved his hand tiredly and asked the bald Thomas to go out. He raised his glass, invited several people to take a sip together, and said: "Bernard, in three days we will strive for the greatest benefits."
"Yes."
Bernard-Arnault and Europe's richest men nodded. The other three nodded.
I don't know why, but the atmosphere in the small living room suddenly became a little silent.
It was supposed to be a sneak attack and the advantage of the home field. Public opinion, banks, and rating agencies all participated in it, preparing to share in this gluttonous feast. However, how did things evolve into this?
