Chapter 7 — People With Real Power, Ultimately Shine

Their expressions changed little by little. Initially, it was investigation. Then there was surprise. Finally... It's unbelievable. Leblanc's forehead began to bead with sweat. He couldn't have imagined in his wildest dreams... A Chinese girl whom he only considered a "translator"... would understand the latest commercial regulations and case law of the European Union... Better than a professional French lawyer like himself. It is no longer an equal confrontation. Absolutely overwhelming. It's the difference in qualifications at two completely different levels. I put down my pen and returned to my seat. Taking advantage of the atmosphere tilting towards me, I continued speaking.

"So, Mr. Leblanc."

"Our side fully respects and is ready to comply with all GDPR regulations."

"But as for the deposit and the unilateral monitoring mechanism..."

"I would like to propose an alternative."

I opened a previously prepared document. The big screen immediately displayed the proposal.

"We recommend using an independent data storage provider that is mutually approved and holds European Union AEO certification, such as Switzerland's SecureData."

"All core data during transmission will be encrypted and stored by this unit."

"At the same time, apply a mechanism to decentralize access at each level."

"In addition, the two parties will sign a legally valid Data Lifecycle Management Agreement, clearly defining responsibilities and obligations for each stage, from the time data is created until it is completely destroyed."

It's an almost perfect plan. Strong argument. Comprehensive consideration. Just passed a neutral and competent organization to fully meet the requirements of GDPR on data security. It also cleverly eliminated the unreasonable deposit... As well as the imposing supervision mechanism of one side. Thereby fully protecting our core interests and reputation in cooperation. It's an option that almost no one can find a reason to refuse. The French delegation fell silent. They leaned close to each other to discuss quietly. In the eyes... It's all recognition for this proposal. Behind me... The Chinese leaders looked at me as if they were looking at someone beyond my imagination. Kevin was completely dumbfounded. His mouth opened slightly. Gray face. Empty eyes. If before... He thought that the gap between me and him only lay in luck or foreign language ability... Then at this moment... He finally painfully realized. Between us... There is a gap in awareness and professional capacity. Project experiences... Relationships that he is always proud of... Against the background of absolute professional knowledge... So fragile that he cannot withstand a blow. General Manager Vuong slowly breathed a long sigh. That breath... As if all the pressure in my heart was released. His eyes looked at me... It was no longer simply appreciation. It's a sincere luck to have me... With absolute trust. After a brief internal discussion... Leblanc stood up. For the first time... He looked at me with the eyes of someone who truly respects the other person. He seriously declared:

"Miss Lam."

"Our side agreed to take the plan She just proposed as a basis for the next round of negotiations."

Once again... The crisis was resolved perfectly by my own hands. The results of the negotiations... Success far exceeded all expectations. Based on the alternative plan I proposed, the two sides quickly agreed on all terms. Amid resounding applause, General Director Vuong and Mr. Brown initialed the memorandum of cooperation on the spot. That also means... This deal worth hundreds of millions has officially been closed. That evening. The company held a celebration party at a high-end hotel. At the party, I naturally became the focus of the entire hall. Mr. Brown and Leblanc, the legal expert who almost put me in a deadlock at the negotiating table, took turns holding glasses of wine to congratulate. Leblanc said in a tone almost full of admiration:

"Miss Lam, please accept my respect."