477: A brave man attacks the strong, a coward attacks the weak

They actually wanted to raise the prices of chromium and cobalt, two rare metals, to deal with the Dawn Pure Compression Ignition Gasoline Engine.

Don't they know that once the prices of chromium and cobalt skyrocket, the prices of Global mid-to-high-end steel will also surge, ultimately leading to a Global industry-wide price increase?!

This is simply a foolish idea!

Tongyong Motors, which he represents, expressed strong opposition and dissatisfaction with this proposal, absolutely disagreeing with its implementation.

In response, Cromwell on the other side saw the low hum of discussion in the room and heard their subtly expressed opposition, causing him to slightly furrow his brows, knowing that this proposal would likely be difficult to implement.

Although Meifu Petroleum, which he backs, could forcibly raise the prices of cobalt and chromium, two rare elements, on its own, such a “one for all” or “pulling a hair to benefit the world” act was not worth doing.

Moreover, doing so was indeed somewhat taboo, as a surge in the price of a basic raw material would ultimately affect all aspects, which would really offend too many people.

Therefore, seeing that this proposal was unsuccessful, Cromwell abandoned this plan and stopped discussing it.

However, he would not give up on suppressing Shuguang Technology, so Cromwell's eyes darted, and he quickly had a new idea.

“Since that's the case, I propose that we unite to suppress Shuguang Electronics!

Because this company has become a menace, I think we should curb its power from continuing to expand.”

Hearing Cromwell's words, the people present exchanged glances, then began to discuss in low voices.

“I have no objection to this point, but I think it won't be easy to successfully push this matter, after all, with the last ‘Wanderer’ incident, they might refuse our joint request.”

The speaker at this time was President Chapman, who had previously objected; Tongyong Motors, which he backed, had no major objections to sanctioning Shuguang Electronics.

After all, in some respects, the Dawn Pure Compression Ignition Gasoline Engine actually harms Tongyong Motors' interests.

If there had been no Dawn Pure Compression Ignition Gasoline Engine, Tongyong Motors would still be enjoying its share of the pie, but ever since the Dawn Pure Compression Ignition Gasoline Engine was born, Tongyong Motors has been forced to bow to the Dawn Pure Compression Ignition Engine.

At this time, if the Pure Compression Ignition Gasoline Engine can be curbed or even prevented from mass production, it naturally aligns with Tongyong Motors' interests.

“How will we know if it won't work if we don't try? If that doesn't work, we'll contact the Medi Country Semiconductor Alliance; our combined strength will surely work.”

The speaker at this time was Cromwell, and he was very confident about whether he could suppress Shuguang Electronics.

“This…”

The scene instantly erupted into discussion upon hearing Cromwell's words, and then opinions gradually reached a consensus during the discussion.

Ultimately, in a round of voting, 70% agreed to suppress Shuguang Electronics, 20% were neutral, and 10% opposed.

In response, the host of the business meeting spoke up.

“Alright, in that case, according to the principle of minority obeying the majority, let's officially unite and fully push the ‘Shuguang Electronics Suppression Incident’.”

“Good.”

“En.”…

Thus, with the vote of those present, they quickly took action.

Among them, to prevent failure, Cromwell actively contacted the Medi Country Semiconductor Alliance, attempting to jointly suppress Shuguang Electronics through the combined strength of both sides.

Meanwhile, Lin Chen was clearly unaware that a crisis was approaching Shuguang Electronics.

…

Several days later, in the morning, Shuguang Technology Headquarters.

At this time, Lin Chen was discussing the upcoming arrangements for 5G Mobile Communication Technology and the Industry 4.0 System with senior executives from various companies within the Dawnlight System.

“…That's all for now; in the future, our focus will be on 5G Mobile Communication Technology and the Industry 4.0 System.”

Just as Lin Chen finished speaking and was about to sigh in relief and take a break, a crisp knock came from the conference room door.

“Come in.”

“Click!”

As Lin Chen's words and the sound of a door opening rang out, General Manager Lei Bus’s female secretary from Shuguang Technology urgently entered from outside; her eyes were filled with deep fear, anxiety, and unease.

“What's wrong?”

Lei Bu Si looked at his female secretary with a frown, wondering why she had such a fearful, uneasy, and anxious expression; had something bad happened?

“General Manager Lei Bus, something bad has happened; the White-headed Eagle has officially taken action against us!”

As she spoke, she held several printed papers in her hand.

These printed papers were copies of an announcement, and the source of the announcement was clearly a certain agency in United States.

Seeing this, the senior executives of the entire Dawnlight System present all looked at the copies handed over by the female secretary and carefully read the content.

The content stated that after investigation, the White-headed Eagle had confirmed that Shuguang Electronics had sold multiple Dawn Five-Axis Machining Centers to the military.

This behavior would enable the military to produce many military-grade weapons that would threaten the White-headed Eagle, so the White-headed Eagle announced that Shuguang Electronics was added to the White-headed Eagle's blacklist.

From then on, no one could sell production equipment to Shuguang Electronics, or they would face the White-headed Eagle's wrath!

“Thud.”

A sound of someone collapsing onto a stool was heard, and everyone present turned their attention to the source of the sound.

The source of the sound was none other than Chen Dong, the head of Shuguang Electronics; he was slumped on the stool, as if his spine had been removed.

As he looked at the report in his hand, the depths of his eyes held a profound sense of bewilderment and confusion.

“Why is this happening? Why can't they compete fairly with us, instead of always resorting to these petty tricks?”

Chen Dong asked his question with a dazed and confused look, his eyes full of incomprehension and bewilderment.

However, in response to Chen Dong's question, the scene naturally fell into silence.

Because they had no idea how to answer this question; after all, if they are simply despicable and shameless, what can you say, and what can you do?!

“The brave swing their swords at the strong, the cowardly swing their swords at the weak.”

Lin Chen sighed in the midst of the silence.

Seeing this, everyone present turned their gaze towards Lin Chen.

And Lin Chen, under their gaze, walked over to Chen Dong's side, then patted Chen Dong's shoulder encouragingly:

“Their cowardice at this moment is, on the contrary, an acknowledgment of our past efforts and achievements.”

At this point, Lin Chen laughed loudly, then said with grandeur:

“Difficulties cannot defeat us, nor can hardships defeat us.

Before, when our photoresist production equipment was banned, didn't we also develop our own photoresist production machinery and ultimately produce our own high-end photoresist? (End of this chapter)