Leveling Up With My Pet

Trolopenat couldn't believe his eyes when he laid them upon Kong Demin and his entourage. He halted abruptly, his footsteps freezing in their tracks. The unexpected encounter left him momentarily stunned, and he couldn't help but stop to take it all in.

Observing Kong Demin and his companions, Trolopenat couldn't miss the radiant joy on their faces.

  It was unmistakable – something had clearly gone exceedingly well for them. Trolopenat's mind raced with speculations; perhaps they had successfully placed an order for the elusive graphene-aluminum batteries he so ardently sought.

Yet, amidst the whirlwind of hope and trepidation, there was a sudden chill in Trolope Nat's heart.

  It was a chilling realization that washed over him. Despite the numerous attempts made by his subordinates to establish contact with Universal Enterprise Group, their efforts had been consistently met with rejection.

With unwavering determination and laser-like focus, Trolope Nat had dispatched his subordinates to Universal Enterprise Group with a crystal-clear mission – to secure an order for graphene-aluminum batteries tailored for mobile phones. Unfortunately, every attempt had been met with firm denials.

The message from Universal Enterprise Group was crystal clear, like a lighthouse beacon on a stormy night. 

Only one factory is operational, and the second is still under construction. 

Their production capacity could have been much higher, a glaring testament to their inability to meet the demands of foreign mobile phone manufacturers.

Trolopenat's restlessness and impatience had finally reached a breaking point. He decided to take matters into his own hands, leading his team personally to this pivotal meeting. 

His objective was crystal clear – secure a winning bid for these sought-after batteries, even if it meant placing an order of staggering proportions, possibly tens of millions of yuan.

One of his subordinates leaned in and whispered, "Mr. President, that's Kong Demin and his team from OOP Mobile Phone Company."

Trolopenath nodded with an air of recognition. Another team member said, "They seem to be in exceptionally high spirits. It's highly probable that they have managed to successfully secure an order for graphene batteries from Universal Enterprise Group."

The confirmation that his competitors had indeed managed to order graphene-aluminum batteries only added to Trolopenat's sense of urgency and dismay. 

He nodded solemnly, his expression growing sterner by the moment. Finally, he raised his hand to signal to his team, saying, "Let's make our way to Universal Building, the headquarters of Universal Enterprise Group."

The group proceeded to the building with a sense of purpose. Upon arrival, they promptly conveyed their intentions to the appropriate authorities. They were ushered into a well-appointed reception room. Little did they know that a pivotal encounter was about to unfold.

Meanwhile, in the confines of a well-appointed office within the same building, Liu Yong was engrossed in monitoring the "Blue Whale" progress via a third-party perspective. After an arduous journey spanning four and a half days, the "Blue Whale" had successfully navigated its way to the designated sea area.

This was no ordinary voyage; had it been under previous circumstances, the "Blue Whale" would have taken a gruelling eight days to reach this point. Yet, through an impressive feat of engineering and maritime prowess, they had shaved over three days off their journey. 

It was a testament to their unwavering commitment to their mission.

Yesterday afternoon, the "Blue Whale" had finally reached its designated location. To their astonishment, they discovered a bounty beneath the ocean's surface – 200 black alloy rods resting on the seabed, waiting to be unearthed. 

The arduous work of salvage had commenced early the following morning, and over 100 rods had already been successfully retrieved.

The "Blue Whale," a behemoth of a salvage vessel, boasted a massive cargo capacity, easily accommodating the 200 metal rods they'd discovered. As the ship's crane deftly hoisted these precious items onto the deck, it was clear that the mission was proceeding smoothly.

Yet, as the operations continued, there was a palpable tension in the air. For Liu Yong, every moment counted, and he could not afford to overlook the process unfolding beneath the ocean's surface.

Suddenly, knocking on the office door jolted Liu Yong from intensely scrutinizing the "Blue Whale." It was Qiu Yang, bearing news of Mango Mobile's President, Trolope Nath, and his entourage.

Qiu Yang announced, "Boss, President Trolope Nath and his group, totaling about a dozen individuals, have arrived. They are eager to place an order for our graphene batteries."

Liu Yong couldn't help but smile. He knew Mango Mobile's interest was just the tip of the iceberg. As the first graphene-aluminum batteries rolled off the production line, he fully expected a flood of inquiries from foreign mobile phone manufacturers.

Liu Yong weighed his response carefully before delivering his instructions. "Mr. Qiu, please go and receive them. Inform President Trolope Nath that we are currently unable to fulfill any orders for graphene-aluminum batteries. We're looking at a timeline of at least six months before we can meet any demand."

Qiu Yang nodded, absorbing the gravity of the situation. 

Liu Yong continued, "Furthermore, convey to them that in six months, we will be in a position to supply graphene-aluminum batteries to foreign mobile phone manufacturers. However, the pricing will reflect a 50% premium compared to our domestic rates."

With these words, Liu Yong effectively put control over pricing squarely in his hands. It was a strategic move that could reshape the dynamics of the industry.

After Qiu Yang departed to relay the message, Liu Yong redirected his attention to the ongoing salvage operation of the "Blue Whale." This was a momentous endeavour, as the discovery of 200 black alloy rods would send shockwaves throughout foreign and domestic alloy tool manufacturing circles.

Despite the tremendous potential, Liu Yong remained resolute in his decision not to bring back more ferrous metals than necessary. 

The cargo hold was limited, and transporting excessive quantities at once could attract unwanted attention. It was a calculated approach to manage the situation.

As he observed the "Blue Whale" continuing its journey back to Huahai City, Liu Yong concluded his vigil over the third-party perspective. The mission's success was undeniable and held immense promise for the future.

Just as Liu Yong contemplated these prospects and sipped a cup of coffee, Qiu Yang reentered the office. Evidently, he had spent considerable time conversing with Trolope Nath and his delegation.

Qiu Yang reported, "Boss, President Trolope Nath and his group are not inclined to depart. They are insistent on sealing an order with us immediately and have even proposed that they can collect the goods after six months."

Liu Yong couldn't help but find amusement in the turn of events. 

Trollope Nath was a shrewd negotiator, keen on seizing this golden opportunity. Qiu Yang continued, "Moreover, they have suggested that they are willing to assist us in constructing a battery manufacturing facility. Once the factory is operational, they would like exclusive access to the batteries produced."

A grin played on Liu Yong's lips. It was clear that Trolope Nath had recognized the gravity of the situation and was prepared to make bold moves. 

Liu Yong responded, "Very well, you may proceed with negotiations. The investment required for this factory must not fall short of $5 billion. Upon completion, it will be under our sole management and ownership. Mango Mobile will only be entitled to one-third of the graphene batteries produced."

Qiu Yang was visibly impressed by the terms laid out by his boss. It was a masterstroke in negotiation – asserting control over the factory's operations and ownership while ensuring that Mango Mobile would pay a premium for the batteries. The balance of power was firmly tilted in their favour.

With a sense of purpose, Qiu Yang left the office to continue negotiations with Trolope Nath and his party. This was a crucial phase in shaping the future of their business endeavours.

Meanwhile, in the vast expanse of the South Pacific Ocean, the Overlord had completed its mission of transporting the 200 black alloy rods. Only one to use opportunities, Liu Yong had chosen not to assign further tasks to the Overlord at this juncture.

Overlord's artificial intelligence recalled its recent encounter with an enormous creature as the submarine cruised tens of meters beneath the ocean's surface. It longed to encounter another of its kind.

Suddenly, a sense of awe swept over Overlord as it spotted something of immense proportions in the distance. Caution guided its approach as the colossal size of this new discovery eclipsed even that of Overlord itself.