To persuade someone, one must first understand what they desire.
Li Jianjun cared little for money; he valued reputation, possessed deep convictions, was stubborn, and refused to accept defeat. Grasping these traits would make the task of persuading him significantly easier.
"It must be incredibly difficult to be forced into early retirement in such a disgraced manner. Don’t you want to prove yourself and slap them right in the face?"
"Hmph, don't try to sweet-talk me."
Chapter 516