People often only saw big companies making more money, but they did not notice the same crisis. Sometimes, big companies fell faster than small companies.
Profit and risk were proportional. The more you earned, the more risk you had to take.
Just like this time, if the motor company could complete the contract with Solon, their profits would be at least 100 million, and it would generate a steady stream of income in the future, such as maintenance and so on.
However, the risk they had to take was also great, such as the 900 million liquidated damages.
If Mr. Vaudric could save the liquidated damages for the consortium and avoid all other means, it would be possible for him to enter the Board of Directors.
Under Lin Qi's relentless questioning, he finally said these words. Instantly, he felt as if his entire body had been enlightened!
"Yes, as long as you can make Solon propose a settlement, I can enter the Board of Directors."
He repeated it again, as if he was talking to Lynch, but also as if he was talking to himself.
The voice on the other side of the phone became a lot more relaxed. "There must be a return. I will talk to Solon. You settle your things first, and then inform me …"
If Mr. Vaudric could become one of the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Megan Financial Group, it would be a very important help for Lynch.
The Federation was not like other countries where the political system was relatively independent. In the Federation, capital and capitalists had invaded the political system. No politician could get rid of the "help" of capitalists.
From a mayor to a member of Congress, even the president, they could not do it.
As the CEO and Chairman of the Board of Directors of a large consortium, Mr. Vaudric's weight would be very heavy, and he would also have a great influence on the attitude of the politicians.
Politicians might not do something because "Mr. Vaudric asked me to do it," but they would inevitably think about "Mr. Vaudric doesn't want me to do it."
After hanging up the phone, Lynch thought about it and called Governor Seder. He planned to visit him.
This was his second official visit to Governor Seidel. The previous visit was not pleasant. He could feel that Governor Seidel was unhappy with him. He could understand, but that was it.
This time, it would definitely be different from the last time.
Because their statuses had changed.
In the evening, Lynch came to the Governor's Mansion alone. With his current status in the international community, it was no longer important whether he brought a female companion or not. This was precisely the privilege of a superior. Moreover, he was not married.
"You don't have to bring these gifts …" Governor Seder took the initiative to welcome Lynch. He didn't want to, but he had to.
It was Lynch, a "small fry" whom he did not take seriously at the beginning, who had set off changes that involved the whole world. He was not sure if these things were caused by Lynch, but it had a lot to do with him.
He saw the two bags in Lynch's hands at first glance. When Lynch told him that these were gifts, Governor Seder smiled and said politely.
"A bottle of red wine from the Federation and a box of Pure Color. I hope you like them."
He briefly introduced them and then handed them to Governor Seder's butler.
Governor Seder pointed at them casually. "Open the wine later. Mr. Lynch and I will taste it together."
The butler bowed and retreated. In fact, it was not just red wine. They would also taste Pure Color, but that would only be after dinner.
As the two chatted, Governor Seder led Lynch into the room and led him to the living room.
There were only the two of them in the spacious living room. They each sat on a chair at a short table.
"You look good!"
Lynch complimented Governor Seder as soon as he sat down. Compliments were a necessary social skill in this kind of situation. These compliments might seem superfluous, but in fact, they were also a way to express one's stand.
It was unlikely that a person would say anything nice to their enemy. If it was just the literal meaning, their tone might be sarcastic, or they might not say anything at all.
Lynch's words meant that he was not here to cause trouble, nor was he here to oppose Governor Seder. The atmosphere between the two instantly became more harmonious.
"I've had more time to rest recently. The law and order in Amelia have been maintained well recently. I don't have to worry about being woken up by bad news. This is all thanks to you."
Governor Seder did not avoid the question at all. It was only after being slapped in the face that he began to take Lynch seriously. Besides, Lynch was an imperial noble, so his attitude was not a problem at all.
There was a reserved smile on Governor Seder's face as he said, "Not long ago, Genia asked me if I had your contact information. I didn't tell her. Maybe you should give her a call when you have the time."
"I will!"
Lynch responded. The simple greetings ended there. They then began to talk about some serious matters. Governor Seder indeed needed to talk to this "pioneer of reform".
"His Majesty has high hopes for the Imperial Special District. He hopes that we can bear different results. To be honest, I don't know much about these things. Mr. Lynch, what do you think the Governor's Office should do?"
Governor Seder asked in a serious and appropriate manner, as if he was really asking for advice.
Lynch did not believe that the governor did not know anything. Since the Guevra Empire was willing to use Amelia as a test area, they must have a comprehensive plan.
Now that Governor Seder was asking for his opinion, it was more likely that he was just trying to find out what he had missed.
These messy thoughts flashed through Lynch's mind quickly. He began to answer almost immediately. The two discussed for a while, and only ended the conversation when the butler urged them again.
The dinner was sumptuous. Although transportation was inconvenient during this period, the lack of social supplies was always targeted at the middle and lower classes of society.
Outside the Imperial District, people went to sleep with empty stomachs. In the Governor's Office in the Imperial District, Governor Seder and Lynch were enjoying the best quality Kulric steak.
"Great dinner …" Lynch put down his knife and fork after he was full. He dabbed his lips with the napkin as a courtesy after dinner. Not only did he want to thank the governor for his hospitality, but he also wanted to thank the chef for his cooking. "This is a style I've never tried before. It's delicious!"
"I'm glad you like it!"
The butler led the two into Governor Seder's study. This was a sign that their relationship had improved. As soon as they entered the room, Lynch noticed that the Pure Color he brought was already on the table.
Two of them had already been opened, cut, and placed on a single pure-colored rack.
Next to it was a gold and silver blowtorch with various gemstones embedded in the handle. The seemingly random knife beside it also gave off a sense of luxury and nobility.
"Please …" After Governor Seder invited Lynch to take a seat, he gestured to the Pure Color rack on the table.
Lynch picked one up. The butler took the initiative to step forward and indicated that he wanted to light the cigarette for Lynch. After Lynch did not refuse, the butler picked up the blowtorch and lit the Pure Color for Lynch.
Soon, the two of them were puffing away. Governor Seder had a smile on his face. "I like to take a few mouthfuls after dinner. It helps improve the taste of my mouth. You know, not everyone likes to rinse their mouth."
Rinsing their mouths after dinner was one of the daily activities of the nobles, but not all of them liked to do it. Hence, they would drink some flower tea or have some snacks to clean their mouths, or even smoke or Pure Color to replace the rinsing process.
He sighed softly. "Actually, I'm under a lot of pressure now. There are still some opinions in the country about the establishment of the Imperial District. If I do it well, it's fine. If I don't, the people in the country might not let me off the hook."
"Mr. Lynch, I have one last question. I hope you can answer it for me."
Lynch nodded slightly. "I'll do my best, Governor."
"If something happens here that is beyond our expectations and rules, and we can't tell whether it's right or wrong, what should we do?"
This was his last question for the day.
He asked Lynch a lot of questions. Some of the questions he asked before were the same as Lynch's, while others were different. However, these questions all had an answer. Whether the answer was the standard answer or not, at least he had a subjective opinion.
The last question was the only one he didn't know how to face because the Guevara People had never taken this path before.
The establishment of a special district, the reduction of the nobles' role in the capital market, and the free development of the market and society, made the Guevara People and the governor feel very insecure.
It wouldn't be surprising if something unexpected happened in the process, and they didn't know whether it was right or wrong. It was precisely because the governor's position was sensitive that he didn't have an answer himself.
It wasn't that they didn't have their own opinions. It was just that they were confused about their unknown future.
Lynch pondered for a moment after listening to Seder's question. He then gave an answer with a smile.
"Governor, every change is the pain of an era. We, and even society, shouldn't reject the change just because we feel the pain. On the contrary, we should seriously watch and feel it."
"I believe that the things you're worried about will happen here. My opinion is the same as before. We should just watch and don't worry about it."
"As long as it doesn't bring about destructive results, we can let it go."
"If we don't experience blood or pain, the change will never succeed!"