Chapter 74 A Complete Victory
"I'll get the loan processed for you right away!" Michael, the president of Heavencrest Bank, was now like a diligent waiter, providing meticulous service to Skyview.
Soon, the $100 million loan was approved, and the funds were transferred to Lakeview Express's account.
Lakeview Express's account suddenly became flush with cash. The company, which was on the brink of bankruptcy, was now revitalized.
The board members were astonished to discover that under Skyview's leadership, the once underperforming Lakeview Express now had the potential to achieve greatness!
John looked utterly despondent.
Hilda was in disbelief.
They couldn't believe that all of this was real.
All their schemes against Skyview had failed, and it looked like Skyview was about to achieve a resounding victory!
Michael and Emily left.
Skyview sat back in his seat victoriously, his eyes burning with ambition and a grand vision.
He looked like a king, who was young with a pioneering spirit!
"John, did I win the bet?" Skyview looked at John and said calmly.
"You won." John took a deep breath. "Skyview, I should not have underestimated you!"
Skyview sneered. "It's not that you underestimated me but that you overestimated yourself."
John said, "Maybe. I accept my defeat. But before I do, I have some questions."
Skyview laughed and said, "Ask whatever you want, and I'll answer in detail!"
Although Skyview had won this round against the Davis family, he didn’t need to make their relationship worse.
For a wise man like Skyview, he knew the enemy was not always the enemy. No matter how tense things got between him and the Davis family, it wouldn't come to a point of no return. In fact, if their interests were aligned in the future, a handshake and reconciliation were not out of the question.
This was reality. In novels and movies, the lines between good and evil were clear, but in real life, the lines between enemies and friends were not distinct.
Skyview didn't need to show respect to John or Hilda, but there was no need to be relentless. If Skyview were too unforgiving, it might make the other board members think he was narrow-minded.
"Why did Heavencrest Bank suddenly change their attitude?" John asked. "Michael is an old friend of mine, and I've always known him. He doesn't bow easily. But Michael not only humbled himself before you but also proactively offered you a $100 million loan at a low interest. There must be a reason, right?"
John asked the question that puzzled him the most.
Skyview smiled. "John, you should know what's behind Heavencrest Bank, right?"
John replied, "Heavencrest Bank relies on Storm Shadows, a very large organization led by the ApexTech Group, which gathers a group of business elites and cultural figures. Its influence is so great that it can shake the economy of Golden Valley."
Since the rise of capital, many organizations formed by capitalists have emerged in Golden Valley, with SparkLoom and Storm Shadows being the most powerful. SparkLoom was dominated by northern entrepreneurs, led by Aaron Baker of the Fantasy Group, while Storm Shadows consisted of southern entrepreneurs and internet giants, led by Erin, the chairman of the ApexTech Group, which was also a major influence on Golden Valley's economy.
The Twin Group was once a member of SparkLoom, but after Dylan passed away, their relationship with SparkLoom ended.
John wanted to rejoin Storm Shadows, but he wasn't the chairman of the Twin Group and didn't have the qualifications.
"The major shareholder of Heavencrest Bank is Erin, and Erin is my idol," Skyview said confidently, "Erin represents not only a powerful financial group but also the strongest e-commerce platform in Golden Valley! Convincing Erin can secure investment from Heavencrest Bank and even direct investment and support from Erin! Erin is getting older and is expected to step down as chairperson of the ApexTech Group soon, focusing solely on finance and investment!"
"Convincing Erin? Convincing Erin would certainly change Michael's attitude," John said, "But Erin is a big shot, dealing with presidents and ministers from various countries. How could a small company like Lakeview Express impress Erin?"
For someone like Erin, even John could only look up to her. John couldn't figure out what a small courier company like Lakeview Express could offer to impress Erin.
Skyview looked at Hilda and said, "Hilda, you assumed my financial situation was precarious based on my recent purchases of seemingly useless land in the name of Lakeview Express. That's why you dare to set me up."
"What a pity! With your foolish mind, you could never understand the value of that land.
"Hilda sneered. "The land you bought, although in good locations, is fragmented. The largest piece is only big enough for a restroom, and the smallest for a billboard. These lands are useless. You must have lost your mind to make such a foolish decision!"
John added. "That's right, Skyview. From what I know, the land you bought is of low value. Are you planning to put up billboards to advertise Lakeview Express? What's the point of that?"
The board members also looked at Skyview with questioning eyes.
Skyview smiled slightly and said, "What if we don't put up billboards but place storage containers instead?"
"Storage containers?" John's eyes narrowed. "You mean..."
Skyview said loudly, "Currently, courier companies can only compete on price, service, and efficiency. Due to fierce competition, we can't lower prices any further without operating at a loss, which is a consensus in the industry. As for service, because the courier industry has low profits, most employees are low-wage workers with low overall quality. Even with training, the service can't be too good! The ultimate reason is that they don’t get paid well."
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