Chapter 1505 There Is Nothing to Do but Withdraw the Lawsuit

The New Year is approaching.

TSMC in Wusu Economic Development Zone is not having an easy time this year.

The patent lawsuits with Tianxin Technology and UMC did not achieve the expected results, leaving the entire company in an inexplicable situation.

In this regard, Zhang Zhongmou was at a loss.

I heard that old guy Cao Yicheng rushed to California worriedly, but now he is back with a happy face.

Zhang Zhongmou became more and more troubled.

As of the fourth quarter, TSMC's foundry production orders have dropped significantly.

In addition, the patent lawsuit with Tianxin Technology did not achieve the expected results, causing orders in the first quarter of the next year to fall to a record low.

In order to whitewash peace, Zhang Zhongmou had to bring some production orders from the island to the mainland for production, just to show off.

But this is not the solution to the problem after all.

If this continues, it can be said that TSMC will basically bid farewell to the Chinese market before long.

There was a knock on the office door.

Liu Deyin pushed the door open and walked in: "Zhang Bo, all workshops have officially been on holiday. You can also take a rest."

Zhang Zhongmou sighed and said, "The people below are not making too much trouble?"

In this regard, Liu Deyin could only report the truth: "This year's bonus is smaller than in previous years, and the coverage is not large. These workers in the mainland will definitely make irresponsible remarks. Zhang Bo doesn't need to worry about it."

"If we ignore this sentiment, will they come back after the New Year?"

Liu Deyin was startled, he had not thought of this level.

In addition, UMC and Tianxin Technology are expanding their production capacity and recruiting people.

As a result, the chances of those skilled workers in the industrial line coming back after the year are really low.

Silence fell in the office.

After a moment, Liu Deyin plucked up the courage and said: "Zhang Bo, regarding Hetianxin Technology's patent infringement case, I suggest that we drop the lawsuit. Now, both domestic and international media are very unfavorable to us."

After saying these words, Liu Deyin was already scolded by Zhang Zhongmou.

But there was a long silence in response to him.

It wasn't until Liu Deyin could hardly sit still that Zhang Zhongmou made a decisive decision: "This is the only thing we can do now. Starting next year, we at TSMC will tighten our belts and prepare to live a hard life for a period of time."

Liu Deyin immediately expressed his stance: "Zhang Bo, under your leadership, we will definitely be able to overcome this difficulty."

As soon as the news of the withdrawal of the lawsuit reached UMC, Cao Yicheng jumped up excitedly.

He doesn't look mature and prudent at all.

In fact, since returning from the US empire, he has rolled up his sleeves and shown the courage to work for another twenty years.

As for where the courage comes from?

In a series of inspections and exchanges between Intel, AMD and Texas Instruments, the inspection team from China received high praise.

Isn't this enough?

At least Cao Yicheng thought it was enough, and even forgot about Zhang Zhongmou, who was causing trouble.

As a result, Zhang Zhongmou's intention to surrender finally came out, and the tone that had been suppressed in his heart finally came out.

Soothing to the whole body!

How can I feel more comfortable?

Cao Yicheng thought about it, then picked up the phone and dialed Zhang Zhongmou's number.

As it turned out, it was not Zhang Zhongmou who answered the call in person, but Liu Deyin.

But that doesn't hinder it.

"Xiao Liu, TSMC is like that, why are you still clinging to Zhang Zhongmou's thigh? Listen to my uncle's advice and come to my place. I will definitely arrange a good position for you!"

Cao Yicheng's words frightened Liu Deyin out of his wits.

After all, this Zhongmou is right next to him.

After all, UMC is currently in a precarious and sensitive period.

Any clue may lead to uncontrollable and terrible consequences.

So Liu Deyin didn't even politely say thank you or decline, and said in a stiff tone: "Boss Cao, I'm doing a good job now. Zhang Bo has been very kind to me. I will hand it over to TSMC for the rest of my life..."

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhang Zhongmou asked for the phone call, "Cao Yicheng, if you have something to say, don't try to trick my people!"

"Bullshit!" When Cao Yicheng heard that it was Zhang Zhongmou, he immediately broke his face and said: "Even if Xiao Liu is willing to come, I may not dare to take it. What if it is your old Zhang who planted a card and backhanded me, where will I go?" Go and cry? Shouldn’t you?”

Zhang Zhongmou's face suddenly darkened, and his breathing gradually became heavier, which spread particularly clearly on the phone line.

Cao Yicheng was very satisfied.

So he slowly brought up the last topic: "Unless you want to package TSMC and sell it to me, I can consider it. What do you think, Lao Zhang, you think about it?"

As a result, Cao Yicheng responded with a snap.

The phone was hung up.

Cao Yicheng didn't mind at all, but hummed Teresa Teng's tune.

It was already the next day that the same news reached California.

Wu Tao got up contentedly early in the morning and cooked breakfast himself.

As for the virtuous An Rong, she was currently in bed, too sore to get up.

During this night, Wu Tao planned to use his strength to prove his innocence to her.

As a result, the consequences are serious.

I'm afraid I'll have some difficulty moving today.

In the open kitchen, Wu Tao is spreading pancakes, then wrapping them with tenderloin, poached eggs, lettuce, and adding milk.

At this moment, Cheng Xiaoman, who had agreed to come, entered the yard with a large bag of small bags, followed by Liu Ruoxi, who was dressed in professional attire.

Seeing her boss busy in the kitchen, Liu Ruoxi was visibly relieved.

Wu Tao raised his spoon and said, "Good morning, have you eaten everything? If not, let's eat some together?"

Cheng Xiaoman put down the big and small bags and said, "I've already eaten, so stop working."

Liu Ruoxi took the spoon without saying a word, grabbed a seat in the kitchen and said, "I'll do it, boss. There happens to be some news coming from China. Sit down and listen."

Wu Tao did not refuse, but he was not idle either. He turned around and took out the milk from the refrigerator, poured it into the milk pot and boiled it.

"You tell me, I'm listening."

Liu Ruoxi skillfully turned over the ingredients in the pot and said, "The first thing is that TSMC relented and decided to withdraw the lawsuit."

Wu Tao nodded: "As expected, Zhang Zhongmou is wise."

Liu Ruoxi then said: "So President Fujiwara sent a letter asking whether we should continue to impose sanctions on TSMC in all aspects?"

Only then did Wu Tao remember.

That’s right, ASML in the Netherlands is still holding back TSMC’s equipment but has not yet delivered it.

"We'll wait until next year to discuss this. There's no rush."

After Liu Ruoxi memorized it, she continued: "In addition, there is news from Huayao Group that some areas have introduced regulations for the real estate industry, and some of them are detrimental to the rise in real estate prices and development. If you want that to be all, please ask the boss to do it Give instructions.”

"Is there such a thing?" Wu Tao was particularly surprised, "Show me the materials later."