I can see the commodity price curve

Zhan Susu crossed her arms, her eyes revealing both anxiety and determination:

"Of course there is a way. We can't just passively defend; we have to take the initiative."

Only by finding the source of the counterfeit alcohol and completely dismantling their operations can the problem be solved at its root.

Zhang Yue frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then said, "You're right."

However, the police are making slow progress, and our company's internal investigation team hasn't found any key clues yet. Taking the initiative is easier said than done.

Suddenly, Zhan Susu's lips curled up slightly, revealing a confident smile:

"Perhaps we can try a different approach. Since we can't find any clues directly, let's start with the channels that sell counterfeit alcohol."

I noticed that counterfeit alcohol is most prevalent in some remote small markets and underground bars.

We'll send people posing as buyers to these places to gather information; maybe we'll find something."

Zhang Yue's eyes lit up. "That's a good idea, but this mission is quite dangerous. We need to find a reliable and quick-witted person to do it."

"Don't worry, I've already found the right person."

They are all long-time employees of the company, familiar with the business, and have strong adaptability.

"I can say that with confidence," Zhan Susu said.

Soon, the people Zhan Susu had arranged began to take action.

They disguised themselves and infiltrated various counterfeit liquor sales points.

After several days of covert observation and skillful questioning, they finally obtained an important clue from a counterfeit liquor vendor.

It appears that a counterfeit liquor production site exists in an abandoned factory not far from the city.

Upon receiving this information, Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu immediately contacted the police and provided them with detailed information about the clues.

The police took the matter very seriously and quickly formulated a detailed arrest plan.

On a dark and stormy night, the police, together with security personnel from Zhang Yue's company, quietly surrounded the abandoned factory.

At a command, the crowd charged into the factory like tigers.

Inside the factory, machines roared as workers busily filled and packaged counterfeit liquor.

When they saw the police and security personnel rushing in, they immediately fell into chaos.

After a fierce crackdown, the police successfully dismantled this counterfeit liquor production den.

Several criminal suspects were arrested, and a large quantity of counterfeit liquor raw materials and finished products were seized.

Upon learning the news, Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu rushed to the scene immediately.

Looking at the mountain of counterfeit liquor and the criminal suspects being escorted away, Zhang Yue's anger finally subsided somewhat.

"This operation was very timely, finally dealing a heavy blow to these criminals," Zhang Yue said with emotion.

Zhan Susu said with a smile, "This is just the first step. Next, we will strengthen market supervision to prevent similar counterfeit liquor dens from reappearing."

As counterfeit liquor production sites were dismantled, the amount of counterfeit liquor on the market gradually decreased.

Sales of Jiannan Xiajiu have begun to steadily recover, and the brand image has been repaired.

However, Zhang Yue did not let his guard down because of this.

He knew that market competition was fierce, and although the Miller family had suffered a heavy blow, they could make a comeback at any time.

In order to further consolidate Jiannanxia wine's position in the African market, Zhang Yue decided to increase investment in Africa.

He plans to establish his own brewery in Africa to achieve localized production, which will not only reduce logistics costs but also better adapt to the needs of the local market.

Without hesitation, Zhang Yue led his team to conduct site selection surveys throughout Africa.

After conducting research, they finally selected a location with convenient transportation and abundant resources as the site for the brewery.

Zhang Yue smiled and said to Zhan Susu, "The situation is very favorable for us now. As long as the winery is successfully built, we can bring down the price."

Even if they produce counterfeit alcohol by then, it will be difficult for them to pose a threat to us.

Zhan Susu nodded, but soon she frowned again:

“You’re right, but the problem is that we’ve encountered a lot of difficulties in acquiring land in Africa.”

It wasn't just the construction of the winery, but also the previous road construction plan.

The local people in Africa are very sensitive about us outsiders encroaching on their land; they feel we're cutting off their livelihood.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yue's smile vanished instantly, his brows furrowed, and he fell into deep thought.

After a moment, he slowly spoke: "This is indeed a tricky problem, but we cannot back down because of this difficulty."

We need to find a way to make them understand our intentions while ensuring the project proceeds smoothly.

Zhan Susu gently bit her lip, thought for a moment, and then said:
"How about we organize a meeting with local tribal leaders and village representatives to explain our plans and the benefits they will bring to them in detail?"

For example, once the winery is built, it can provide a large number of jobs, so that their young people don't have to leave their hometowns to work in other places.

There are also road construction plans, which will not only facilitate our transportation but also improve their local traffic conditions and boost the surrounding economy.

Zhang Yue's eyes lit up, and he agreed, "That's a good idea, let's do it that way."

However, words alone may not be enough; we need to take concrete actions to show them our sincerity.

So Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu immediately took action.

They meticulously prepared a detailed plan and created intuitive charts and videos to more clearly demonstrate the significance and prospects of the project.

Meanwhile, they arranged for staff to purchase a batch of daily necessities, which they planned to give to local village representatives at the symposium to express their goodwill.

The atmosphere at the symposium was somewhat tense.

The local tribal chiefs and village representatives had serious expressions, their eyes revealing suspicion and vigilance.

Zhang Yue was the first to stand up and greet everyone in fluent local language.

This action surprised those present, and their tense expressions eased slightly.

Next, Zhang Yue began to give a detailed introduction to the plans for the winery and road construction projects.

He patiently explained as he showed charts and videos:
"When we build a winery here, we will give priority to hiring local villagers to provide them with a stable income."

In addition, we will provide professional training for our employees so that everyone can master a skill.

Once the road construction project is completed, not only will our cargo transportation be more convenient, but it will also be easier for you to go to the market and the hospital.

It can also attract more investment and tourists, boosting the prosperity of the entire region.

Zhan Susu also chimed in at the opportune moment: "We know how important the land is to you, so we promise to provide reasonable compensation."

Furthermore, we will try our best to minimize the impact on your lives during the project implementation process.

We hope to become partners with everyone and create a better future together.

However, despite Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu's eloquent explanations, some village representatives still raised questions.

A young villager stood up and said, "You make it sound nice, but how do we know you won't abandon us after the project is completed?"
Moreover, road construction may damage our natural environment and affect our water resources.

Zhang Yue smiled and replied, "We understand your concerns."

To ensure the smooth implementation of the project and the interests of everyone, we can sign a detailed cooperation agreement that clarifies the rights and obligations of both parties.

At the same time, we will invite professional environmental protection agencies to assess and monitor the project to ensure that it will not cause environmental damage. If any problems do arise, we will take full responsibility.

After hearing Zhang Yue's answer, the young villagers still seemed somewhat skeptical, but their attitude was no longer as firm as before.

At this moment, the tribal chief slowly spoke: "We will listen to what you have to say for now."

However, words are not enough; we need to see concrete actions.

Zhang Yue nodded quickly: "The leader is right, we will make the arrangements immediately."

Tomorrow, we will invite personnel from environmental protection agencies to conduct a preliminary environmental assessment on-site.

We will also discuss the specific details of the compensation plan with everyone and strive to reach an agreement as soon as possible.

After the meeting, Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu immediately got to work.

They contacted environmental agencies, explained the project details and the villagers' concerns in detail, and the agencies promised to send professionals to the site as soon as possible.

Regarding the compensation plan, they communicated repeatedly with the company's finance and legal teams to develop a plan that both conforms to the local situation and protects the interests of the villagers.

The next day, the environmental protection agency personnel arrived at the scene on time.

They conducted detailed testing and evaluation of the soil, water sources, vegetation, and other factors surrounding the winery site and road construction route.

Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu accompanied the environmental protection personnel throughout the process, explaining the project's planning and expected impact.

After a period of intensive work, environmental protection personnel have reached a preliminary conclusion.

With proper planning and construction, the project's environmental impact can be kept within acceptable limits.

At the same time, Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu presented the compensation plan to the villagers.

They patiently explained each clause to the villagers, including land compensation standards, employment placement methods, and skills training content.

The villagers gathered together, discussing it enthusiastically.

Some villagers who were initially skeptical gradually changed their attitudes after seeing the detailed plan and the preliminary assessment results from environmental agencies.

After several days of communication and negotiation, most villagers finally agreed to the land acquisition and project implementation.

The huge weight that had been hanging over Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu's hearts finally lifted.

They immediately organized a construction team and officially began construction on the winery and road projects.

Throughout the construction process, Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu never forgot their promise to the villagers.

They regularly organize skills training for villagers, teaching them knowledge in areas such as winemaking, machinery operation, and logistics management.

Many villagers have acquired new skills through training and have successfully entered the winery to work.

The road construction project is also proceeding in an orderly manner, and the originally rugged road is gradually becoming flat and wide.

As the construction of the winery nears completion, Jiannanxia wine is gaining increasing recognition in the African market.

Taking advantage of the momentum, Zhang Yue and Zhan Susu launched a series of marketing activities.

They invited local media and online influencers to visit the winery and taste Jiannanxia wine. Through their promotion, more people learned about the quality and culture of Jiannanxia wine.

Finally, the winery officially went into production.

After the first batch of locally produced Jiannanxia wine rolled off the production line, it was quickly put on the market.

Due to its affordable price and excellent quality, Jiannanxia wine has been warmly welcomed by local consumers, and its sales have been rising steadily.

Zhang Yue looked at the sales order that Zhan Susu had brought him, his face full of smiles: "See, I told you my strategy was right!"

Zhan Susu nodded: "Of course you're amazing."

Because of its low price, there are fewer and fewer counterfeit liquors on the market now.

I believe it won't be long before there are no counterfeit alcohol products on the market.

Zhang Yue said, "Tell the marketing department to keep up the good work. In short, the sooner those counterfeit liquors disappear, the better."

Zhan Susu nodded in agreement, then suddenly said, "Zhang Yue, there's something else."

Chief Mido approached me, wanting to buy an electric tricycle.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Yue was first taken aback, then burst into laughter:

"This chieftain Mido has quite a few ideas. Knowing that the road has been repaired, he wants to get an electric tricycle to improve his life."

Zhan Susu also laughed and said, "Yes, he said the roads used to be bad, making travel inconvenient."

Now that the roads are smooth and there are electric tricycles, it's much easier to go to the market to sell things or visit relatives and friends.

Moreover, his willingness to exchange animal hides and other resources made it a decent deal.

Zhang Yue stroked his chin, pondered for a moment, and said, "This deal is feasible, but we need to clarify the details."

The quality and quantity of the animal hides, as well as the model and configuration of the electric tricycle, must all be clearly defined.

In addition, we also need to provide Chief Mido with some after-sales service, such as vehicle maintenance and repair. We can't just take the goods and then ignore them.

Zhan Susu nodded and said, "I understand. I will arrange for someone to communicate with Chief Mido in detail."

"Also, have the marketing department assess the market value of the hides to see if this deal is worthwhile."

Soon, the people arranged by Zhan Susu found Chief Mido.

The two sides sat down together and had a heated discussion about the specifics of the transaction.

Chief Mido gestured excitedly as he introduced the animal hides he had brought.

There are soft fox furs and thick bear furs, each exuding a primitive charm.

"These animal hides were all obtained through the hard work of our people hunting, so the quality is absolutely guaranteed," Chief Mido said, patting his chest.

The company's communications staff carefully examined the animal hides, taking notes as they spoke:
"Chief, we are very satisfied with these animal hides."

However, we have several models of electric tricycles for you to choose from, and the prices and configurations of different models also vary.

Which one do you prefer?

As they spoke, the staff took out some promotional materials for electric tricycles and introduced them to Chief Mido one by one.

Chief Mido listened with great interest, occasionally raising his own questions.

How much can this hold? Is its range long enough?
"If it breaks, can you come and fix it in time?" Chief Mido asked.

The staff patiently explained, "This vehicle has a large load capacity, enough for you to carry a lot of goods."

The driving range is also sufficient to meet your daily travel needs.

Furthermore, our company has a professional repair team. No matter where you are, just one phone call and we will send someone over for repairs as soon as possible.

After some haggling and negotiation, the two parties finally reached a transaction agreement.

Chief Mido traded a batch of high-quality animal hides for a high-performance electric tricycle.

A few days later, the brand-new electric tricycle was delivered to Chief Mido's tribe.

Chief Mido couldn't stop smiling as he looked at the stylish and practical car in front of him.

He couldn't wait to ride it and circled around the tribe a few times, drawing cheers from the tribespeople.

"With this vehicle, our lives will be much more convenient!" Chief Mido exclaimed excitedly. (End of Chapter)