Chapter 2312 Toast a glass of wine

Shulman frowned as he watched the DV video of himself tasting the dishes and praising them, as well as the advice Liu Fusheng gave them on how to resolve conflicts.

"Mr. Liu, what do you mean?"

Liu Fusheng smiled and said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Shulman. I think some things must be recorded. I am a civil servant. Everything I say and do must be reported to the organization. I need to give an explanation to the motherland and the people."

"You..." Shulman's eyelids twitched.

Liu Fusheng's expression became serious. "What I want to record is not Mr. Shulman's tasting of Munich local cuisine, but your attempt to bribe me after the meal and to reach an unspeakable deal with me. Excuse me, is this against business principles and ungentlemanly?"

"..."

Shulman's expression was as if he had eaten a fly. Of course he remembered that after the meal he took the initiative to tell Liu Fusheng that he wanted to give him a kickback, but Liu Fusheng refused sternly with a righteous look on his face.

He originally thought that Liu Fusheng was acting, but he didn't expect that this bastard was setting a trap. This Liu guy was really bad. If this video were to spread, not only would Shulman not be able to survive in the food circle, but even Simen's reputation in the European business community would suffer a great blow.

Thinking of this, Shulman suddenly softened, and he whispered: "Mr. Liu, what do you want to do?"

Liu Fusheng smiled and said, "Don't be nervous. I won't use the video to force you to do things that are against public order and morality and that are detrimental to the interests of the company."

Shulman's expression eased a little: "Mr. Liu, I admire your way of doing things and your wisdom in life. I think we can become good friends."

Liu Fusheng nodded and said, "Thank you Mr. Shulman for your recognition of me. In fact, my request is not excessive. I just hope that the Guangdong East Province delegation can get the opportunity to be treated equally in your company."

"Today, we quickly ended our inspection trip because I found that your company did not sincerely receive the Guangdong East Province delegation. Mr. Shulman, do you understand what I mean?"

Shulman said, "I'm very sorry. To make up for my mistake, I am willing to earnestly receive the delegation led by Mr. Liu from tomorrow and take you to see the most advanced technologies and equipment of our Siemens."

Liu Fusheng smiled and said, "Okay, let me ask you one more question. I just mentioned the high-speed railway cooperation project between our country and your company. Is there any chance of success?"

Shulman smiled bitterly. Liu Fusheng had the upper hand over him, so he could only show a friendly enough attitude.

"Mr. Liu, in the current international situation, both the East and the West are building technological barriers. Simen is located in Europe, so naturally it has to support its own camp in the general direction."

"We have already discussed the high-speed rail project. As you said, your country is the world's largest rail market with extremely broad development prospects. In fact, any company with rail technology would like to have in-depth cooperation with your country."

"The main reason why Siemens does not contact your country is because of the influence of the international political environment. If the political environment between the East and the West changes, our Siemens can conduct in-depth cooperation with your government in all aspects."

Liu Fusheng nodded slowly: "I feel relieved with your words. Finally, I have another unwelcome request. Could Mr. Shulman sign a memorandum of intent for cooperation on the high-speed rail project with our delegation?"

Shulman frowned and asked, "What does this mean?"

Liu Fusheng said: "You can regard it as an explanation from me to the Chinese government. After all, when we go abroad for inspection, we also need to bring back some results."

Shulman thought for a moment and said, "Okay, I don't mind helping you, but the video you recorded..."

Liu Fusheng said seriously: "I can guarantee that I will not release this video on my own initiative. Of course, the premise is that Mr. Shulman fulfills his promise."

Shulman narrowed his eyes and felt very bad. A person like him could not accept his weaknesses being held in the hands of others. However, the situation was stronger than the person, and the request made by Liu Fusheng was not too excessive, so he could not say much.

"In that case, I'll take my leave first."

Shulman took a deep breath and stood up to leave.

Liu Fusheng did not try to keep him.

After Shulman left, Chef Hans came to the table with the dessert.

"He left? Why didn't he say hello to me?"

Liu Fusheng smiled and said, "Mr. Shulman's company has some urgent business that he needs to handle personally... I have caused a lot of trouble to Mr. Hans today. I would like to apologize to you here."

Hans laughed loudly: "Mr. Liu, you didn't cause me any trouble. Instead, you helped me solve a big problem that has troubled me for a long time. Just now in front of Shulman, I acted very restrained, but in fact, I was already laughing in my heart. That stubborn old man finally bowed to me anyway!"

He placed the dessert in front of Liu Fusheng and said, "Mr. Liu, try my craftsmanship. These are all authentic Munich specialties."

Liu Fusheng took a bite and said sincerely: "Mr. Hans's cooking skills are really well-deserved. A simple dessert can be made into several layers of flavor."

Hans said proudly, "After all, I have been a chef for decades... I heard that Mr. Liu will visit many countries in the future? If you have the opportunity, you can also go to other Michelin-starred restaurants to taste their specialties. I will ask my friends in the food industry to treat you well."

Liu Fusheng said: "Okay, thank you Mr. Hans."

Hans smiled and said, "The assistant you brought with you seemed to have recorded some videos? I guess you have other requirements for Shulman, right?"

Liu Fusheng nodded and said, "I hope Mr. Shulman can take our country's delegation seriously and let me see Siemens' most advanced technology and products."

Hans sighed, "The essence of international trade is still an extension of political issues. Given Shulman's position, he must give priority to the interests of his company. Even if I show you the most advanced scientific and technological achievements, I'm afraid it will be difficult to reach a cooperation agreement."

Liu Fusheng said: "You have to eat one bite at a time and do things one by one. Only by seeing can you catch up and surpass others. My task is to let them see what the world's most advanced technology is. As for catching up and surpassing others, it will be left to professionals."

Hans said: "Mr. Liu's overall perspective is really admirable. In the past few decades, your country has gone through the journey that took Western countries hundreds of years. Perhaps in my lifetime, I can witness even greater miracles..."

Liu Fusheng smiled slightly, picked up the cocktail and toasted Hans.