Li Bingqing had repeatedly emphasized her non-involvement, making it impossible for Song Qiao to secure the cardiovascular medication.
Therefore, Song Qiao investigated the origins of Zhou Chang's company.
The capital injection information was indeed surprising to Song Qiao.
Zhou Chang's Qihua Pharmaceuticals had official capital injection, making it semi-official in nature.
On one hand, it received official funding.
On the other hand, it retained the right to self-research and development.
The call that Zhou Chang was currently taking was from Minister Qi, who was in charge.
"Zhou Chang, Song Qiao's Jing Chuang powder has captured the hearts of the top leaders in the capital, especially those in the military!"
"His capabilities are beyond question!"
"Similarly, I advise you not to provoke Song Qiao."
"He is now a key figure to some people. You publicly caused him to suffer a setback."
"If he retaliates, it might not just be a setback you suffer."
Minister Qi's tone was very grave.
It was less of a piece of advice and more of an order.
"I've said my piece. You decide what to do!"
Minister Qi hung up the phone directly, having said his final words.
Zhou Chang remained in the posture of holding the phone, stunned on the spot.
"What's wrong, President Zhou?"
"That expression, could something monumental have happened?"
Zhou Chang's expression shifted from initial seriousness and gravity to an ineffable one.
Cui Haoze, who was standing closest, noticed this subtle change.
If it were truly a matter of official business, Zhou Chang's expression shouldn't be like this!
Cui Haoze felt a pang of confusion.
"Could it be..."
Cui Haoze felt a growing unease.
Other pharmaceutical merchants also noticed the shift.
After all, Song Qiao's ability to cooperate with giants like Nanyang Group and Xia's Pharmaceutical undoubtedly proved his strength.
"Could it be as Song Qiao said?"
"He bypassed Yang Jiefeng earlier and got direct approval in the capital!"
"That method alone made us feel inferior."
"Now, if Zhou Chang is truly made to retract his words, it seems not entirely incomprehensible."
The pharmaceutical merchants said this, but if Song Qiao's single phone call could indeed make Zhou Chang change his tune, the impact on them would be immense.
Li Bingqing also felt uneasy seeing Zhou Chang's expression.
No one knew Song Qiao's personality better than he did.
After much deliberation, Zhou Chang put away his phone and took a deep breath.
"Mr. Song, I think we can talk!"
This statement shocked everyone present!
The fact that Zhou Chang attached such importance to it suggested the deal was likely to be settled.
"Who was the person who called Zhou Chang just now?"
Everyone's hearts were filled with suspicion.
"Alas, I've been blind several times today!"
"Song Qiao truly hides his depth."
Song Qiao glanced at Zhou Chang, his expression remarkably calm.
"Gao Meng, let's go!"
"I already said, I've given you enough face!"
Zhou Chang watched Song Qiao's retreating back, his eyes filled with unwillingness.
"I've lowered myself, what more do you want!"
With Minister Qi's order, no matter how complex Zhou Chang's emotions were, he couldn't afford to think too much.
"Mr. Song, please wait a moment!"
"I was rude earlier, please accept my apologies first!"
Zhou Chang bowed deeply.
Without Song Qiao's response, Zhou Chang dared not look up or rise.
"Get up!"
"Be careful not to strain your back!"
Zhou Chang awkwardly stood up.
"Mr. Song, I believe there's still room for negotiation."
"Wouldn't you agree?"
"This is really Song Qiao showing off now."
"I never expected Song Qiao not only to make Zhou Chang change his mind but also to make him pay for his previous arrogant behavior!"
"He truly has connections everywhere!"
"The person on the phone must have a significant background!"
"It seems there's nothing for us here; Song Qiao will surely demand an exorbitant price."
Song Qiao chose a resolution none of them had envisioned.
"Ungrateful!"
"President Zhou was so high and mighty just now, why stoop to this?"
"Now you want to talk? Dream on!"
The tables had turned!
Zhou Chang's face was filled with embarrassment, and the expressions of the other involved parties were equally varied and telling.
As they left the hotel, Gao Meng couldn't help but ask:
"How did you manage to make Zhou Chang's face change like Sichuan opera?"
"Hmph!"
"He deserved it!"
"If you ask me, I really wanted to hit him just now!"
Song Qiao chuckled lightly.
"I definitely did my homework beforehand."
"Just as I could give Zhou Chang face and elevate him, I could also cast his so-called 'face' to the ground!"
"'Face' is worthless!"
Song Qiao truthfully explained the situation he had learned to Gao Meng.
"Zhou Chang's company is semi-funded by the government."
"With the government's backing, everything becomes easier."
"I directly approached the highest-ranking official, Minister Qi!"
"Originally, I wanted to handle it through the usual procedures and avoid troubling Minister Qi."
"I didn't expect this Zhou Chang to be so foolish!"
"Everything that happened today is his own doing!"
Gao Meng nodded as if she understood, and continued to inquire:
"So, what were the terms for making Minister Qi intervene today?"
"That's a given!"
"There's no such thing as a free lunch."
"Can you tell me?"
After leaving, Song Qiao laughed heartily.
"Just selling Minister Qi two formulas, no problem."
"After securing this cardiovascular medication, I'll earn even more."
"The one-hundred-million gamble is now a sure win."
Minister Qi requested the sale of the formulas, not their free transfer.
Song Qiao naturally stood to gain immensely.
"With Minister Qi's command, Zhou Chang must be anxious now!"
"He'll come looking for us!"
"Haha!"
Gao Meng smiled knowingly and gave Song Qiao a thumbs-up.