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Won't you give up your right to vote?

Hearing what Jester said, Larry Ellison frowned, but he soon relaxed because Jester expressed his attitude that he would not occupy a position in Oracle in the future. , which also made Larry Ellison feel a little relieved.

But this is not enough.

However, Jester expressed his concession, and Ellison also felt that he could not be too unreasonable.

After all, Jester flipped the table and broke up. For them, it was almost an unbearable loss. Of course, what Jester said was just his next plan, which has not been carried out now, even if it is a big deal. The motorcycle side knew about it, but there was nothing they could do against him.

But if Damo had been prepared, he might have lost his hard work forever.

In fact, the reason why Jester made such concessions to Larry Ellison was because he did not want the other party to regard him as an enemy, like an enemy like Morgan Stanley, because he invested in Oracle because he wanted to truly cooperate with the other party. It’s not that they want to compete with each other over who is the owner of Oracle.

After Jester finished speaking the above words, he kept silent.

He was waiting for Larry Ellison's reply.

However, Larry Ellison is no longer as talkative as when they first met, as if he talked about everything. Now he has become a little cautious. After hearing what Jester said, he kept frowning and looked carefully. thinking about something.

Finally, Ellison spoke.

"Mr. Li, I understand your eagerness to cooperate, but we also have our own concerns. If we can guarantee that in the future, the shares you hold will receive at least 5% more dividends, then , can you give up your right to vote?"

After saying that. Larry Ellison was also a little embarrassed, and his face became a little embarrassed.

After all, Jester had already stated before that it was impossible for him to give up his right to vote, and for him to make such a request now was obviously a loss of face.

Sure enough, after Jester heard this, his color changed suddenly.

"Mr. Ellison, with all due respect, I am here to discuss cooperation sincerely this time. You also know that for me, I can quietly buy your stocks without notifying you or wait until you implement your plan." Half the time, just negotiating with Morgan Stanley is very simple.”

Jester said expressionlessly, and Ellison had no way of seeing what Jester was really thinking now.

"However, I contacted you once a few months ago to tell you all my thoughts. What I hope is that we can cooperate sincerely instead of becoming rivals or enemies - I am different from Damo Yes, the Oracle is yours. I can guarantee this."

"But I cannot agree to your so-called suggestion that I give up my right to vote."

After Jester finished speaking, he stood up and looked directly at Larry Ellison from top to bottom with cold eyes. Then he extended a hand toward Ellison.

"If Mr. Ellison still has the same attitude as before, then I think we have nothing to talk about."

And Allison looked at Jester. Countless thoughts flashed through my heart at once.

In fact, he forgot one thing. Although Jester had always been making concessions in this confidential conversation, the initiative in this matter had always been in Jester's hands, not in their hands.

So Ellison stood up immediately.

He stretched out his two hands and held Jester's hand. He didn't say goodbye or anything like that, but said with a smile: "Mr. Li misunderstood. We are just expressing our views and seeking common ground while reserving differences." So now can you tell me how many shares of Oracle you want?"

Jester and Ellison were not worried that their financing request would not be approved by Morgan Stanley.

Because Oracle’s current exaggerated speed is indeed a bit scary, and the funds required can be called a truckload. If someone is willing to invest, they are naturally very happy. After all, this can also share the risks they have to bear. Of course, they cannot all By selling shares in Oracle, they hope to raise capital.

Because in their eyes, although they still don’t know much about what the Internet age is.

However, Oracle's revenue has almost doubled a year and its profits are equally eye-catching. Although most of these profits have been invested in market expansion, they can still let greedy investors like them see Oracle's success. potential for the future.

Therefore, financing is a good thing for them to realize cash, but selling all their shares is not advisable.

However, it is not that easy to find a financing partner that satisfies both parties.

Even if they wanted to continue financing, it would be unrealistic to dilute the shares held by the four founders of Ellison. They mentioned it several times, but were rejected without hesitation.

When Jester heard Ellison say this, he sat down again.

In fact, he really wanted to say that the more, the better.

But he also knew that at this time, it was better not to provoke Ellison. If he wanted to take too many shares, he would inevitably make the other party think wildly, so Jester just smiled lightly: "This is not something I can take up as much as I want."

With that said, Jester paused for a moment and continued to talk to Ellison with a smile.

"The key is, how much do you want me to take."

Hearing Jester's answer, Ellison's eyes flashed. He understood what Jester meant, and wanted to completely reassure him that he had absolutely no idea of ​​taking Oracle for himself. Of course, since Jester Stern kicked the ball back, and Ellison shouldn't be too stingy.

It wasn't that he didn't want to be stingy, but that he was afraid that he would offend Jester again by being too stingy.

If the talks really break down, for Jester, he will just lose an opportunity for cooperation that he hopes to achieve, but for Ellison, it is almost the same as losing Oracle.

"Ten percent."

Ellison hesitated, but he still said a number.

After Jester heard this number, his eyebrows jumped sharply. He looked at Ellison again. He did not expect that Ellison would report such a number that was beyond his expectation. Because of this The numbers were much better than what he thought.

You know, even among Ellison's other three co-founders, not everyone has 10% of the shares.

What's more, some shares are still circulating in the stock market.

"What a generous move."

Jester just praised him like this, and after Ellison finished speaking, he became a lot more relaxed. He leaned back slightly, as if he was a little tired from leaning forward before. He looked at Jester asked: "I wonder how much financing you provided to get these 10% shares?"

"hehe."

Jester did not answer directly. He quickly regained his composure. He chuckled as usual and asked casually.

"Mr. Ellison, can you make this decision? You know, the financing of 10% of the shares is not just talk." After saying that, Jester looked directly at Ellison, hoping to see the other side's face. Something can be seen from the changes in his expression.

But it's a pity.

Ellison still smiled calmly.

"Mr. Li is overly worried. I can make the decision with the four of us. As for Morgan Stanley, he will convince them. What I want to ask now is how much money can you pay for the 10%? This is The most important thing is, otherwise, how can I convince those people in Damo? They regard oracle bones as hens that can lay golden eggs."

After saying that, Ellison couldn't help but sneered twice.

"So, it's not easy to impress them."

Jester did not answer after hearing this, but looked down at the watch on his wrist, and then he stood up again.

"Mr. Ellison, money is not an issue. I hope to discuss this matter when you meet with people from Morgan Stanley. Do you understand what I mean? I have some personal matters, so I will talk about it today. ." After saying that, Jester once again extended his hand to Larry Ellison and said with a smile.

"I hope we can cooperate happily."

After hearing Jester's answer, Ellison was naturally dissatisfied.

Moreover, Ellison is not a secretive person, he is very public in his heart. Although he was a little dissatisfied with Jester's lack of answer at the end, he still smiled and shook Jester's hand. .

"I also hope we can have a good time working together."

After leaving, Jester breathed a sigh of relief. He knew that his desire to invest in Oracle was almost settled. The most difficult part of this matter was to convince Ellison that he had control over him. Oracle doesn't mean any harm.

As long as he can do this, how much financing will cost is nothing to him.

Now he doesn't have much else but a lot of money.

Jester did not return to the company, but returned home. As for what he said was wrong, he was actually lying to Ellison, because he knew that at that point, since Ellison had already compromised, there was only one final step left. One kick, and this final kick was the approval of Dalmore.

After all, not all Ellison’s four founder teams can make decisions about financing.

Claudia temporarily returned to the UK. Originally, her work had been handed over, but because she still had to negotiate with Ubisoft, it was more appropriate for Claudia to go there in person.

And after Claudia handles this matter, it will almost be about Jester's marriage. (To be continued...)