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    Fitz has his own perspective.


    From the Banks Family’s standpoint, Maki Takahashi holds two key advantages over Ito Takehiko: first, he is intent on eliminating the Ito family; second, he is open to offering a reduced share of 25%.


    As he observes Ito Yuhiko, he believes that Ito must at least match Takahashi’s two points, and ideally, offer better terms overall. The desire to eliminate the Ito family is already a drastic demand. Whether it involves the Takahashi family eliminating the Ito family or vice versa, the oue remains the same: aplete eradication.


    Consequently, even if Ito Yuhiko is willing to coborate in eliminating the Takahashi family, he only stands on equal footing with Maki Takahashi. Thus, unless he can present more favorable terms than Takahashi’s proposal regarding the second point, the Banks Family has no reason to consider it further.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    This is why he proposed a 20% stake. If Ito agrees, he can then persuade him to join forces in eliminating the Takahashi family, potentially securing an additional 5% interest for the Banks Family.


    However, upon hearing about the 20% offer, Ito Yuhiko was taken aback.


    He felt a surge of anger, thinking to himself, “You want me to settle for 20% when I’m asking for 35%? And you say that anything higher than 20% is off the table, with no room for negotiation? This is outrageous!”


    “I’m expected to leverage my domestic port to allow your foreign capital to profit, yet you only offer me 20%? Isn’t that a bit deceitful?!”


    As these thoughts consumed him, Ito’s anger intensified. He coldly addressed Fitz: “Master Banks, 20% is uneptable. I acknowledge the strength of the Banks Family and your fleet of ocean-going vessels, but you can’t just squeeze me like this.”


    Fitz replied earnestly, “Mr. Ito, this isn’t about squeezing you; we simply hold a strong position. Japan’s economy is currently struggling, making it challenging for you to thrive in this business right now. To earn the money you seek, your only option is to partner with us.”


    After a brief pause, Fitz added, “While 20% may seem low, once the business starts running, that amount can still be significant. If you generate $10 billion a year, the Ito family would be entitled to $2 billion. Just think about it—$2 billion is an unimaginable profit for the Ito family in a year, right?”


    Ito Yuhiko shook his head. “Master Banks, that’s not how I calcte things. Even if I don’t hit $10 billion, achieving over $1 billion isn’t far-fetched. With some hard work, I might even reach $2 to $3 billion. So, how is this a good deal for me?”


    Zara interjected with a hint of arrogance, “Mr. Ito, you mentioned you might reach $2 or $3 billion with your efforts, but I find that highly unlikely.”


    Ito Yuhiko frowned, “Why do you think that’s impossible? The Ito family is one of the top contenders in Japan!”


    Zara smiled, applying some pressure as she exined, “To be frank, if the Banks Family wasn’t entering this business, you might have a chance. However, since we are now entering the market, it’s clear that you won’t be able to achieve such arge scale. The Banks Family might not even permit you to operate in this sector.”


    Ito Yuhiko felt his pride wounded.


    He didn’t expect Zara, who usually kept quiet, to speak so bluntly!


    It was almost as if she was showing no respect to Ito Takehiko!


    Feeling the sting of this confrontation, Ito’s frustration boiled over. He clenched his teeth and dered coldly, “If that’s the case, then there’s nothing more to discuss. The Ito family will manage this business independently! You’ll see how sessful I can be!”<fn822a> N?w ?ovel chapt?rs are published on F?nd-Novel</fn822a>


    Zara shed a slight smile, “Mr. Ito, I wish you the best of luck!”<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>


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