After a few drinks, Zhang Jianguo brought up the matter of cooperation, "Mr. Li, after serious consideration of your proposal, my brother and I both think your idea is great, and we hope you can invest in our company.

We believe that with your participation, the company's development will be better."

Luke put down his chopsticks, "Do both of you brothers think alike?"

Zhang Jianmin knew that Luke was asking him, so he quickly chimed in, "Yes, yes, I also welcome you to join Zhang's Brothers Construction Company.

My brother even mentioned renaming the company, as Zhang's Brothers Company sounds a bit petty.

What do you think is a suitable name for our company?"

Luke waved his hand, "You brothers decide, I said I wouldn't interfere in the company's operations."

Zhang Jianguo's expression didn't change, but he was secretly pleased. He raised his glass to toast Luke again, "I toast you once more, thank you for the hospitality today, I'll drink mine up."

Luke said with a smile, "You can't always drink it all, just half a glass."

Both of them drank half a glass; Zhang Jianguo continued, "Mr. Li, let's talk about the stake acquisition. If there are no issues, we can finalize the contract directly."

"I have the same thought. What do you both think is a suitable acquisition price for the shares?"

The Zhang brothers exchanged glances, and Zhang Jianguo proposed, "Ten percent of the shares for ten thousand US Dollars, twenty percent for twenty thousand US Dollars, how do you feel about that?"

Luke rubbed his chin and shook his head, "I think this amount is not quite right."

Zhang Jianmin's face slightly changed, and his right hand awkwardly rubbed his hand.

Zhang Jianguo's expression did not change, but he felt somewhat uncomfortable. Ten thousand dollars was already a low price; it was almost like a bargain. Luke was still not satisfied. In truth, whether to accept these twenty thousand dollars or not didn't matter much; he just felt that Luke was somewhat greedy, concerned that future cooperation might harbor hidden problems.

"Mr. Li, do you think two thousand US Dollars would be appropriate?"

Luke laughed, "There's a misunderstanding; I don't feel the acquisition price is too high, but rather too low.

I'm sincerely wishing to cooperate with both of you. Let's not talk about twenty thousand or two thousand; even if you are willing, I can't bring myself to accept that."

The Zhang brothers looked surprised, and Zhang Jianmin couldn't help but ask, "Mr. Li, then what do you think is appropriate?"

Luke held out two fingers, "Two hundred thousand US Dollars for twenty percent shares."

Not accepting a low price but instead purchasing at a high price, it seemed a bit foolish of Luke, but in fact, he was eliminating future risks.

Purchasing twenty percent of a construction company's shares for twenty thousand dollars is an obvious problem that anyone could see. Luke was not short of that money, so why give others leverage?

Moreover, Luke had just returned from treasure hunting, so he was not short of fifty thousand dollars. Even if David lacked it, Luke could lend him the sum, so it wasn't an issue at all.

Luke valued Zhang's Construction Company a lot, but he valued not its short-term profits but the long-term development of the construction company.

Even if Luke earned a lot through treasure hunting, it was a one-time deal, but investing in the construction company was different. It meant passive income, money that could be made while staying home.

What truly defines a wealthy person, and what truly defines financial freedom, is not how much money you can earn but how much passive income you have and whether your passive income can cover your living expenses.

Even if your passive income is only one-third or even one-quarter of your salary, your whole demeanor and quality of life will be different.

This was also why Luke valued Zhang's Construction Company.

Zhang Jianguo worried that Luke's words might be just a courtesy, so he also followed with courtesy, "Mr. Li, isn't this acquisition price a bit high?"

Luke spoke sincerely, "Not high, I think it's quite low actually. I'm fortunate to have this opportunity with you two. The future of the company will still require your efforts."

"Alright, let's go with what you said." Zhang Jianguo was delighted. He wasn't lacking this two hundred thousand dollars; he could earn it back with just a few more projects.

But Luke's attitude made Zhang Jianguo very happy. With such magnanimity, their future cooperation would be smoother.

Luke raised his glass, "Come, let's have a drink to wish for smooth cooperation in the future and prosperity together."

"Prosperity together." The Zhang brothers raised their glasses, their faces beaming with joy.

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