35: Fraud may be deceptive, but business still needs to be done.

The next day, it was already high noon when Lu Fan leisurely opened his eyes.

After breakfast and arranging the meeting location, it was already half past nine.

Not long after, the front desk called to inform him that Yamamoto Yushin had arrived right on time for the appointment.

Lu Fan dared not neglect this easy mark; he had to serve him well, as whether he could exceed the system's task depended entirely on him.

This time, he directly set the meeting at the top-floor Xunsha Pavilion, a place personally designed and arranged by the late owner, Mr. Sha Xun.

Now serving as the most exclusive conference room in the Peace Hotel, bar none.

For major business deals, the necessary prestige must be fully displayed, even if the other party is japanese.

As soon as Yamamoto Yushin arrived, he greeted with a beaming smile: "Old friend~~ We meet again."

Lu Fan responded with grace: "Hello~ Mr. Yamamoto, long time no see."

Hearing Lu Fan speak his native language, Yamamoto's expression became even more delighted.

He did not hold back on compliments: "Mr. Louis, with glasses on, your demeanor is exceptionally~~~~~~ exceptionally distinguished."

"Thank you, Mr. Yamamoto, please come in~~"

Lu Fan did not resort to the etiquette of British nobility; after a simple handshake, he invited the man into the Xunsha Pavilion while making small talk.

Accompanying Yamamoto to this appointment was an unfamiliar face named Momota Shizuka.

This person appeared refined and harmless.

However, Lu Fan did not let his guard down, remembering the old saying: the dog that bites doesn't bark.

Moreover, with a name that even incorporates a grave mound, this was undoubtedly a ruthless chicken.

With matters weighing on their minds, they exchanged a few brief pleasantries before getting straight to the point.

"Viscount Louis, this is the preliminary proposal drafted by our consortium. Please take a look!"

Yamamoto Yushin bowed and presented a document with both hands, his attitude quite humble.

Lu Fan took the contract and quickly skimmed through it, soon frowning slightly.

The price, sales regions, and other issues on the contract remained unchanged.

The only difference was the requirement to supply one ton of diamonds within three months, a quantity far beyond his expectations.

One ton of diamonds amounts to 5 million carats; calculating at five carats per diamond, that's one million diamonds.

What, are the japanese planning to eat diamonds for meals?

This was very suspicious.

Lu Fan, adhering to the idea of probing whether there was an issue or not.

Directly pulled a long face and pointed at the problem on the contract, launching an attack: "Mr. Yamamoto, what do you mean by such an enormous delivery quantity?"

Yamamoto Yushin's expression instantly changed at Lu Fan's sudden challenge, showing slight panic.

However, he quickly composed himself: "Viscount Louis, the quantity indeed has some discrepancies.

But isn't it that the more we want, the more you earn?

There's no problem with that!"

His reply was flawless and reasonable, seemingly without any fault.

But Lu Fan thought otherwise and decided to continue applying pressure, wanting to see what exactly the japanese were up to.

"Is that really the case? Mr. Yamamoto."

Lu Fan lit a cigarette and sneered: "What does one ton of diamonds, all above five carats, even mean?

As a jewelry expert, I don't believe you don't know what that implies.

Is this a deliberate attempt to test my family's resources, or do you doubt the origin of my goods?

Or perhaps you want to take advantage of me to obtain exorbitant penalty fees?"

Lu Fan threw the document onto the table with authority, fixing Yamamoto Yushin with a fierce, predatory gaze.

Upon hearing this, Yamamoto Yushin felt overwhelming pressure bearing down on him.

He instinctively stood at attention and apologized with a sincere expression: "Mr. Louis, please don't misunderstand.

Based on our consortium's research, there is a high demand for diamonds over in Eagle Country.

Given the favorable prices you offer, the profits we can generate are quite substantial.

Therefore, our consortium set this quantity.

It was our oversight.

Our mistake has caused you to misinterpret.

I hereby represent the consortium in offering our sincere apologies."

In an instant, Lu Fan roughly guessed what these two japanese were planning.

They clearly wanted to dump diamonds into Eagle Country to make profits.

But upon second thought, this matter shouldn't be so simple; releasing such a massive quantity of diamonds into the market.

Would severely impact diamond prices.

Even if they could make money, it wouldn't be much; better to proceed gradually.

So there was no need to make such an outrageous demand from the start.

The more he thought about it, the more he felt something fishy was going on.

He decided to dig deeper to see what the japanese were really up to.

"Don't rush to apologize; you know in your heart whether it's true or not."

Lu Fan raised his hand to stop him, lit a cigarette, and asked mockingly: "President Yamamoto, what are you trying to test?

No need to beat around the bush; just be direct.

If you take me for a fool, today's meeting ends here."

These seemingly light words struck like a heavy blow to Yamamoto Yushin's defenses, the immense pressure making him break out in a cold sweat.

"Viscount Louis, I am deeply sorry for the trouble caused by my momentary negligence.

I will revise the terms immediately."

Yamamoto Yushin bowed ninety degrees in apology, utterly humble.

He knew full well that if he messed this up, his life would likely be forfeit.

Just three days ago, the higher-ups had given him a strict order to ensure this deal went through.

Because diamonds of this quality were highly favored by the Royal Family.

Their greater purpose lay in using them to establish connections with Eagle Country's consortiums, exchanging diamonds for military supplies.

Seeing Lu Fan show no reaction, he grew anxious, beads of sweat forming on his forehead.

He could only subtly glance at Momota Shizuka beside him, seeking help.

After all, the current version of this contract was entirely the result of the Tokkō's stubborn insistence.

They claimed it was to thoroughly test and ensure the empire's interests.

This test nearly cost him his life.

He secretly cursed the idiots who drafted the contract.

How dare they talk nonsense without knowing anything, demanding a ton as if diamonds were cabbages?

Momota Shizuka, who had been sitting quietly, saw the situation spiraling out of control and stood up to explain sincerely: "Viscount, it was purely a mistake.

Our higher-ups aren't very knowledgeable about diamonds; they were too focused on the profits.

They completely overlooked practical considerations, making us look foolish.

We apologize once again on behalf of the consortium for the trouble we've caused you."

Lu Fan gently adjusted his glasses and calmly observed the two japanese.

I don't believe a word of it, you japanese, you're so sneaky!

But for the sake of dollars and the task, his demeanor visibly softened.

"Mr. Yamamoto, Mr. Momota, is it really just a misunderstanding?"

Both replied in unison: "Misunderstanding! (It's completely a misunderstanding!)"

As he spoke, Yamamoto Yushin directly revised the contract on the spot.

"I believe you this time, but I don't want such a low-level mistake to happen again."

Lu Fan also completely calmed down; the matter was temporarily set aside.

After all, the business still needed to be discussed.

Deception or not, how could one not take advantage of such a fat sheep to start a new family lineage.