If the fluctuation upper and lower limits of cyberware are calculated by hexagon, then this exoskeleton’s stats are roughly 3C1B2D. Defense is good, but mobility and cyberware compatibility are poor. The problem is, with each upgrade in cyberware performance, the price exponentially increases.
Eighteen thousand to twenty-two thousand is already quite a reasonable price.
The downside is that this exoskeleton impacts the use of many cyberware, such as Mantis Blades, Projectile Launch System, and even Locomotive Tendons.
Reyes sighed in relief; he sensed that there was hope in this deal. "So, what’s your take?"
In fairness, after watching the demonstration, their investigation team was supposed to return and discuss with other leaders of Sixth Street Gang to decide whether to buy. This wasn’t a matter of just a few broken guns.
But there’s no choice.
William really damn loved this thing. Look at the design, look at the product slogan. William felt that the exoskeleton paintjob aesthetic was practically crafted for New America.
Plus, the performance wasn’t too outrageous. He figured he could lobby for it; the problem shouldn’t be big.
He cleared his throat, and the frustration of being sent to Evil Land vanished, actually feeling pretty good, but still, he had to appropriately haggle over the price.
"Regarding the equipment’s performance, there’s no issue, but as for the price, I’d like to discuss it further."
In their view, considering labor and procurement costs, this exoskeleton should be around ten thousand, as steel alone costs one thousand Euros per ton. Motors, batteries, hydraulic systems, and control systems aren’t cheap either; this non-cyberware one-way neural control is somewhat pioneering.
To this company, the control system is the bulk, more expensive than anything else. Sometimes the software usage costs can even take up fifty percent of the entire equipment, while the hardware comes second.
Because of this, there’s no fear of cyberpsychosis. From aesthetics to usage, it perfectly matches the Sixth Street Gang’s philosophy.
William glanced at his companions before reaching out to Reyes.
"Let’s do this, I’ll strive to get you twenty-two thousand for a set of lightweight exoskeleton, twenty-five thousand for a set of heavyweight exoskeleton; this is the highest price we can offer. Of course, if there’s a discount, that would be even better, but we need corresponding documents, you... understand."
Their initial price is three to four thousand higher than the guide price; how could Reyes not understand what they meant, asking for a discount....
This was definitely the path to kickbacks; damn these procurement folks asking for tens of thousands just like that, truly a CS...
On this trip, he’s not even sure he’d earn as much as these guys.
But Reyes certainly couldn’t air his grievances; instead, with a troubled look, he had to feign helplessness.
"Hold on, I need to discuss this with them as this isn’t a small sum."
William and his gang weren’t bothered; purchasing your equipment was them giving you face, taking kickbacks was a given.
Reyes stepped aside, contacted Lin Miao, and nobody knew what was said, taking several minutes before he turned back.
With a nearly dejected, pained expression, he eventually said helplessly,
"My friend said we need to fulfill all customer needs. The customer is God; God is New America’s friend, so the Sixth Street Gang is also their friend. Let me make this clear, for this first order, I decide to offer you 15% off each unit, and we will provide the relevant documents upon delivery."
This discount naturally wouldn’t be based on their asking price, but rather on the original price with a 15% discount; the difference...
Let’s say compared to something like a mug costing several thousand dollars, two thousand for a lamb, the Sixth Street Gang folks are relatively restrained.
William glanced again at the screen where the parties were still locked in fierce combat.
He was very pleased with their attitude. To demonstrate the equipment’s effects, they dared to block Night Wanderer’s gates—a commendable courageous act.
As for how the warring parties would conclude matters later, this was already beyond the Sixth Street Gang’s concern.
In William’s view, it’s highly likely that the parties would cease fire and let it end in nothing, but it’s clear Night Wanderer has suffered a big loss this time.
Sixth Street Gang was comfortable, for Santo Domingo was adjacent to Evil Land and had had many clashes with Night Wanderer, with their relations not being amicable.
Furthermore, Sixth Street Gang was preparing to clash with the Valentino gang over territory. Night Wanderer being beaten was a good thing for them.
"Once the transaction is confirmed, I’ll notify you of the delivery location in advance."
Saying this, he dragged Reyes aside, giving him a wink.
"Get me a set... you know... Captain America, special kind please..."
If this thing was a bit cheaper, a few thousand, William might pressure them to give him a set for free.
But since it’s worth one or two tens of thousands, squeezing a small company might strain relations; the Sixth Street Gang also has its own business to run, so he’s quite knowledgeable.
Plus, he truly liked this paint job.
Don’t misunderstand what Reyes was saying about Lin Miao’s marketing strategy, being so ingratiating it sickened him.
Even using Captain America, even the current United States President Miles doesn’t have the nerve to name Military Science products .
Yet he had to admit, this trick clearly struck the Sixth Street Gang’s nerve.
Filled with rants, he could only pat his chest and promise,
"This I guarantee will be arranged for the fellows, even if they don’t trust the company, they’ll trust me, the old captain, won’t they?"
Sure enough, apart from William, the other five guys came up one after another to order a unit, some even asking if they could take the sample machine back right now, they’d even pay a deposit to buy the stock.