Scholars in the courtyard.

Chapter 3091 The Ungrateful Wolf Has Extended Its Claws

The next morning, Yang Xiaotao walked out of the courtyard house with a serious expression, then hurriedly got into the jeep, before rubbing his lower back.

He couldn't help but think to himself that his wife was getting more and more capable.

Xiao Wei's body was already stronger than that of an ordinary woman, and with the addition of the phrase "like a wolf or a tiger," even Yang Xiaotao's strong body couldn't handle it.

In other words, the two of them are now focused on their careers; otherwise, they would have ended up with a whole bunch of gourd-shaped characters.

However, since his wife had taken such the initiative, Yang Xiaotao couldn't let her efforts go to waste.

No matter what, he had to help his wife with her affairs.

Moreover, this matter is also helpful to their nine departments.

However, this will increase the expenditure of the nine departments.

Thinking about the future, if primary school students are paid to go to school, what about junior high school students?

What about high school students?

What about college students?

Building a school costs money, right?

This teacher, do you have to pay for the textbooks?

This…

These are all considerable expenses!

With this in mind, Yang Xiaotao felt even more eager.

"Young people, you must learn to exercise restraint!"

When the old Taoist priest got into the car and saw Yang Xiaotao's state, he smiled and offered some advice.

Yang Xiaotao didn't turn around, but just snorted coldly, "You can't be unrestrained even if you want to!"

The old Taoist priest was instantly speechless.

After a while, Old Master Ye got into the car, and the car started and drove towards the Ninth Division.

While the old Taoist priest was talking to Master Ye about the movie in the car, Yang Xiaotao was thinking about how to make money.

I've thought of everything I could think of before, but now that the old Taoist priest is talking about movies, it seems like I could give it a try.

If there's any potential, then let's continue filming.

I can't speak for other things, but he does know good movie stories.

As for the songs and stuff, we can just copy them again if necessary.

So that children can sit in classrooms to learn, so that the flowers of the motherland can grow up healthily, and so that the revolution can have a bright future.

So what if Yang Xiaotao plagiarized for a day?

It's not shameful to do this!
When the car arrived at headquarters, Yang Xiaotao went straight into his office.

"Good morning, Mr. Yang!"

Lou Xiao'e bounced around like a young girl; people who didn't know her would never guess she was a thirty-year-old woman.

"Good morning, Comrade Lou Xiao'e!"

Yang Xiaotao greeted them and then sat back down in his chair. He saw Lou Xiao'e still humming and singing the shepherd's song.

That's right, the content of the movie has changed, but Yang Xiaotao still provided the classic songs.

Of course, Mount Song also became Mount Mao!
"Comrade Lou Xiao'e, you seem so happy, is there some good news?"

Yang Xiaotao asked, and Lou Xiao'e shook her head, "Yes, watching movies is a happy thing!"

"And I asked around, and a lot of people thought the movie was great! The letters we received were all positive reviews!"

"Director Yang said that such a good movie should be shown to the world, and more will be made!"

Lou Xiao'e became more and more excited as she talked, but Yang Xiaotao said calmly, "I'm glad you like it."

"However, it might be difficult to win the hearts of the whole world!"

Lou Xiao'e didn't mind at all, saying, "If they don't like it, it's because they lack the ability to appreciate it, and that's their loss!"

Yang Xiaotao listened without saying anything more and immediately threw himself into his work.

In the afternoon, after Yang Xiaotao finished his work, he finally had time to ask Yang Youning about the movie.

Is it confirmed that the film will be shown in Hong Kong?

Yang Xiaotao placed the teacup on the table, and the two sat facing each other.

Yang Youning nodded, "I've already spoken to the people there, and we'll release the film as soon as possible during the Chinese New Year holiday!"

"However, the cinemas there are already fully booked. For a film like ours that suddenly enters the scene, there are still some procedures to go through before it can be released, and we also need to coordinate with the cinemas."

"And then there's the commission and stuff!"

"I plan to go there in person and release it as soon as possible, otherwise we will lose a lot of profits if we miss this period."

Yang Xiaotao was still somewhat surprised to hear Yang Youning say that.

Seeing Yang Xiaotao's expression, Yang Youning explained, "I checked the box office situation of Hong Kong films over the past few years!"

"Last year, the highest-grossing film in Hong Kong was a movie called 'The House of 72 Tenants,' which earned around HK$5.63 million!"

"As for the others, they all have several million in box office revenue. Our movie may not be the best, but it should still be able to take in several million."

"This is very important for opening up the Hong Kong market, and it also allows the actors to become familiar faces, so that their future works will receive more attention."

At this point, Yang Youning picked up the water glass on the table, took a sip, and then smiled, "Besides, Hong Kong is a major international platform. If it succeeds there, it can be screened in other countries..."

Yang Xiaotao nodded in satisfaction, clearly indicating that Yang Youning had made thorough preparations.

"Then let's do it your way. When do we leave?"

"Let's do it tomorrow. Going earlier means we can finalize things sooner!"

"Okay, take the satellite phone with you. Contact me if anything happens. By the way, if you're heading south, you can stop by Shanghai to cut a ribbon. I won't go."

Yang Xiaotao told Yang Youning about the invitation from the Sixth Ministry of Machinery Industry to cut the ribbon for the Weiqing ship, and Yang Youning was particularly happy about this opportunity to show off.

Yang Youning smiled and said, "Don't worry, we've already made arrangements with the foreign trade department, they'll help us out."

"I'm just passing by in Shanghai, it won't take much time."

After the two finished speaking, Yang Youning went to attend to matters concerning the film. Liu Lixue and Lou Xiao'e looked excited after listening to their conversation.

If this can be successful in Hong Kong, the film industry will have an even brighter future.

Yang Xiaotao ignored the two and prepared to go to the research institute to check on the progress of various research projects.

Especially with computers and printers, some things need to be urged to get things done.

Before Yang Xiaotao could leave the office, the phone on the desk suddenly rang.

Seeing that Yang Xiaotao was about to leave, Liu Lixue quickly stepped forward to answer the phone.

Just then, Yang Xiaotao stepped out of the room and heard Liu Lixue calling out from behind.

Helpless, Yang Xiaotao turned around and went back to his room.

"Mr. Yang, it's Mr. Chen on the phone."

Yang Xiaotao nodded and quickly stepped forward, then answered the phone, "Boss, it's me!"

"Xiao Tao, come here right now, something's wrong!"

In short, I'm in a real hurry.

Yang Xiaotao immediately sensed something was amiss and, without delay, quickly replied, "Okay, I'll go right away!"

After hanging up the phone, Yang Xiaotao immediately said to Lou Xiao'e and the other girl, "Xiaoxue, get the car ready. Come with me to Old Chen's place. Call me if anything happens."

As she spoke, she quickly walked down the road, and Liu Lixue hurriedly picked up the phone to call the convoy.

The car sped along the road. Inside, Yang Xiaotao was still pondering things, sensing something unusual from Old Chen's tone. "I hope it's not something bad!"

Yang Xiaotao thought to himself, "The economy has just started to improve, and it's about to take off. If something goes wrong now..."

This year's target of $300 billion will be difficult to achieve!
The car quickly arrived at Mr. Chen's office. After Yang Xiaotao got out of the car, Secretary Guo waited by his side.

"Secretary Guo, what's the matter that's so urgent?"

Yang Xiaotao walked quickly and asked as he did so.

Secretary Guo's expression was grave, and he spoke quickly, "There's been an incident in Nan'an. The day before yesterday afternoon, three destroyers and one gunboat broke in, but the soldiers were victorious..."

Yang Xiaotao listened quickly and understood what was going on.

Nine times out of ten, it's those monkeys from Nan'an trying to cause trouble.

However, they clearly overestimated their own strength and underestimated the fighting power of their soldiers.

Although our ships are inferior to the enemy's, when it comes to a real fight, it's not just about equipment, but also tactics.

"Good play, what do you need us to do?"

"Would you like a reward? Our Ninth Division can contribute some funds as a reward, and we can also help with shipbuilding..."

Yang Xiaotao spoke quickly, and Secretary Guo, seeing him about to enter the office, hurriedly reminded him, "President Yang, this isn't just about Nan'an; Bei'an is also causing trouble!"

Yang Xiaotao was taken aback, then opened the office door and went in without waiting for a question.

Besides Old Chen, Li Rong was also in the room. The two nodded immediately when they saw Yang Xiaotao, while Secretary Guo and Liu Lixue sat in the back, ready to take notes.

As soon as Yang Xiaotao sat down, Old Chen handed him a report, saying, "Take a look at this first, then we'll talk!"

"it is good!"

Yang Xiaotao took the document and quickly began to read it.

This is a thank-you letter.

After watching it, Yang Xiaotao felt a throbbing sensation in his temples.

Snapped

Yang Xiaotao threw the document on the table and said angrily, "This bullshit thank-you letter."

"They said they helped them defend the integrity of their territory."

Is this their territory?

"Shit, they're all birds of a feather."

At this point, Yang Xiaotao looked directly at Old Chen and said, "Leader, I think this incident is very strange. The United States has already withdrawn from Nan'an. Who gave them the audacity?"

"It might just be a show put on by both the North and the South, with one playing the good cop and the other the bad cop, all for the sake of seizing the island."

"Boss, I've said it before, these guys are ingrates, even after the division, they're still two ingrates."

Yang Xiaotao became more and more excited as he spoke. In this life, although his existence turned the 'unconditional aid' in the original timeline into 'paid aid,' the alliance was the one footing the bill.

It's much better than being a 'sucker' in history.

Old Chen and Li Rong didn't look too good either. After hearing Yang Xiaotao's words, an awkward expression flashed across their faces.

When the war between Bei'an and Nan'an began, Bei'an personally sent people to Beijing to request assistance.

Faced with the combined forces of South An and the United States, it was clear to everyone that North An could not hold out.

As a result, voices emerged within the country urging Bei'an to continue its fight with full support and free assistance.

They were among those who supported them at that time.

Amidst this discourse, Yang Xiaotao made it clear that such gifts should not be given away without compensation.

At that time, he said that the other party was an ungrateful wretch, the kind of person who doesn't know how to be grateful, forgets kindness, and is ruthless and heartless.

It also listed the harm the other side caused to the people of the south during the French colonial period, as well as their various misdeeds during the War of Resistance.

At that time, although they also felt that the other party was not very reliable, they still believed that they were all "revolutionary comrades" and should not become ungrateful.

But later, as they got to know each other better, they gradually realized that the other party was taking them for fools, wanting everything and craving everything.

Looking back now, they are somewhat glad that they listened to Yang Xiaotao's advice.

Fortunately, their assistance was 'paid,' which prevented the 'fool' claim from being confirmed.

Old Chen took a deep breath and then said, "Those above know all this, and they understand the tricks involved."

"There might even be elements of the Alliance and the United States involved."

"We've made quite a splash lately, these guys are no good!"

Yang Xiaotao nodded. "These are not unexpected."

"They are all troublemakers in international affairs. They don't need to get involved directly in some things; they have front men to help them."

"They can also appear as bystanders, either taking sides or mediating, but they have no good intentions."

Li Rong nodded, "We don't need to worry about the fighting now; General Peng has already started making the arrangements."

"Now, what we need to consider is how to get the money back for the supplies we gave to Bei'an."

Li Rong's words left Yang Xiaotao somewhat bewildered.

There was no way around it; in his previous life, Yang Xiaotao had experienced firsthand what it meant to be the boss when you're in debt.

Getting the money to lend out is harder than the arduous journey to the West.

How much money do they owe us?

Yang Xiaotao asked curiously, since he hadn't been involved in these matters much and didn't know the specifics.

After asking the question, Yang Xiaotao looked at Old Chen, who lowered his head and remained silent. Then he looked at Li Rong.

Li Rong sighed, then said, "Earlier."

After listening to Li Rong's explanation, Yang Xiaotao understood the reason for the matter.

Initially, the alliance paid for it, and they earned money from the alliance by providing supplies.

This approach simultaneously stimulates domestic economic development, uses alliance funds to purchase alliance machinery and equipment, and increases foreign exchange reserves.

Moreover, Yang Xiaotao's appearance allowed the Type 63 rifle, which had historical quality issues, to function properly. The appearance of the Mole Assault Vehicle, combined with the 107mm rocket, made its combination more than just one plus one. All of this led to a sharp increase in Beian's combat effectiveness, and correspondingly, the battles became more brutal than in the past.

Under these circumstances, the material support provided to Bei'an was far greater than in the past.

In the early days, the alliance was able to provide some support, but in the last two years, due to problems within the alliance itself, disharmony arose within the alliance, and the relationship with China was not solid, the payments were eventually discontinued.

Therefore, Bei'an was unable to pay for some weapons, ammunition, supplies, and other items, so it issued IOUs.

In other words, now that the United States has withdrawn, North An believes that South An is no longer a threat and has begun to think about what will happen after unification.

The first thing they did was default on their debts.

The second thing is this test.

Let the Southern Yue test them, while you pretend to be innocent.

If we remain ambiguous on this issue, the other side will immediately turn its back on us after unification and seize those islands.

"So, they still owe us 20 billion US dollars?"

Yang Xiaotao was somewhat incredulous. He had clearly reminded them, and it had clearly been agreed that the assistance would be paid. How could they possibly give so much?

this.
Are they just rich and stupid?

But they don't have any money either.

Yang Xiaotao's question made Li Rong somewhat uneasy.

Old Chen also sighed.

Seeing the two of them like this, Yang Xiaotao knew that saying anything more now would be pointless, so he forced himself to calm down.

After a moment, he said with certainty, "Boss, I'm sure of it, those 20 billion won't be lost."