“However, if I relinquish my controlling interest, it would essentially mean forfeiting all my autonomy. Moving forward, both major and minor decisions within the enterprise would predominantly be made by Nippon Iron, leaving the Moore family in a passive role…”


    Hashimoto Kensen noticed the conflict in her expression and smiled, “Miss Moore, there’s no need to rush into a decision. Why don’t you take some time to think it over? We can reconvene tomorrow for further discussion, how does that sound?”


    After a moment of contemtion, Jasmine gave a slight nod.


    She was acutely aware that shecked any leverage in this round of negotiations.


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    It was akin to shopping; when a seller is eager to make a sale, the buyer has greater bargaining power. For instance, if a seller quotes a price of one hundred, the buyer might counter with twenty, and then engage in a back-and-forth, asserting that if the seller won’t budge, they’ll simply take their business elsewhere, thus seizing the initiative.


    On the other hand, if the seller maintains a calm demeanor, the buyer offering twenty may simply hear, “Feel free to look elsewhere,” leading to a loss of that bargaining power.


    In typical circumstances, the buyer would gradually increase their offer until they reached a price eptable to the seller, which could be anywhere from fifty to seventy-eight, or even ny.


    Yet, the seller in Jasmine’s situation was showing no inclination to negotiate.


    He presented a hardline stance, insisting on the price of one hundred with no room for reduction. If Jasmine wanted it for ny-nine, he would simply suggest she look elsewhere or take some time to reconsider.


    With no room for negotiation avable, Jasmine realized her only option was to pause the discussions, slow the tempo, and return tomorrow for further talks.


    So, she nodded and stood up, saying, “Mr. Hashimoto, let’s both take some time to reflect. If it’s convenient for you, I’lle back tomorrow morning.”


    “Absolutely!” Hashimoto replied, standing up with a smile. He shook Jasmine’s hand and added, “Miss Moore, allow me to escort you out.”


    As Jasmine left the New Japan Railway office, she and her assistant hopped into their rented car and headed back to the hotel.


    While en route, she sent a message to her family’s WeChat group: “The New Japan Railway insists on a 51% controlling interest, with no flexibility. I’ve already offered to concede 55% of the proceeds, but they remain unyielding. I’ve just left New Japan Railway and will spend the evening preparing a solid negotiation strategy for our discussion tomorrow.”


    Lord Moore quickly responded with a voice message: “The New Japan Railway has always been quite ambitious, but don’t take their demands too seriously. I learned recently that they’re not in the best position financially!”<fn8eec> Updates are released by </fn8eec>


    Thepany has been focused on developing a new product for the past few years and is still in the process of finalizing it.


    Rueben chimed in, “Jasmine, don’t rush. Identify their weaknesses and leverage them; they will have to make concessions eventually.”


    “Mm,” the elder Moore added, “It’s already February, and they will soon be releasing their financial report fromst year. If the figures are poor, not only will shareholders be upset, but stockholders will also be restless. Announcing a partnership with us before the report could help lift their spirits.”


    Jasmine replied, “Understood! I’ll prepare and return for another round of discussions tomorrow!”


    Just then, Hashimoto Kensen’s phone rang.


    The iing call disyed that it was from the neighboring country of Aurous Hill.


    Meanwhile, Rueben was in his luxurious penthouse apartment in the heart of Aurous Hill, holding a wirelessndline as he listened to the phone ringing.


    Hashimoto was the first to answer and chuckled, “Lord Moore, you’re quick! Your sister just left, and your call came in right after!”<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>