this man is not calm

Chapter 357 Favor
Zhang Yunying plans to go back to his hometown, then go to the capital to handle company affairs, and then go back to celebrate the New Year.

The newly opened dairy farm has been in trial operation for half a year and is about to get on the right track. Two medium-sized joint farms have been opened in the surrounding cities of Gyeonggi to meet the needs of nearby customers. As for the mother ranch that is still on the design map, the land has been roughly finalized, and the details When investing in construction, you need to carefully discuss it with the local area.

It took a lot of effort to open up the many joints.

Mei Wenhui is planning to fly to Huaixi to see the construction status of inland ports, cargo terminals, and oil storage tanks.

After the second son of the Mei family began to expand his business inland, the golden waterway of the Yangtze River was a must.

Several development zones, bonded zones, and important checkpoints along the upstream and downstream rivers all need to be laid out.

It was the end of the year, and Mei Yingnian was very busy. Many minor but indispensable tasks had to be taken over by the eldest son.

Fortunately, after several years of training, the eldest cousin Mei Wenhui has initially adapted to such an occasion. It is still a bit difficult for him to support the overall situation by himself, but he can do some auxiliary work and can handle it steadily.

When Jin Shang and Li Xuan got off the plane and got into the taxi back, it was already January 15th.

Tomorrow is the Laba Festival, and the Chinese New Year is not far away. The snow on the road has been shoveled to the side of the road after being sprayed with snow melting agent. It can be seen that the rain and snow are not only in the Northeast, but also in Beijing.

“It’s a little bit colder this year!”

I originally thought it would be a little warmer when I got home, but I ended up overthinking it.

The temperature seems to be slightly higher than in the north, but the air humidity is greater, and the body temperature is extremely low, which makes it even more uncomfortable.

Jin Shang couldn't help but complain a few times!

These days, very few taxis have heaters, and most of them choose not to use them to save energy.

"We'll be home soon, let Uncle Bian prepare some hot soup."

"I already told you."

I went out for half a month, put almost everything aside, and traveled leisurely. I didn’t know how many troubles were waiting for me when I got back.

Especially during the Chinese New Year, there are so many things to worry about. Employees are still waiting for their boss to send red envelopes and receive year-end bonuses.

The two of them chatted in the back seat as if there was no one around. As they talked, they started talking about the two cousins ​​who were beginning to get acquainted with each other.

"I always feel that they are a little different from you. They are also the second generation of rich people, and the pressure on them seems to be a little heavier than you."

"You... you obviously don't have a high emotional intelligence, but you are quite talented at 'reading the atmosphere'."

Jin Shang smiled and scratched the bridge of his girlfriend's delicate nose, causing the other party to cast a complaining look.

"Although it's a nice compliment, I feel like I can't be happy at all!"

"Just have fun secretly..."

Ignoring Li Xuan's little mood, Jin Shang continued to explain,
"Strictly speaking, my second uncle Zhang Hua and my second uncle Mei Yingnian are both from the rich generation. They are powerful people who rose up in the turbulent era. Sooner or later, after they become bigger and stronger, they will encounter the problem of selecting successors. Due to their shallow foundation and no foundation,' The soft power is weak, and the requirements for the second generation and the third generation are particularly high. You also know that in the business field, I am a hero, but there are endless prodigals. "

"I think both of my cousins ​​are OK!"

“Beyond mediocrity, but not outstanding enough, you can maintain your achievements well, but there is no hope of making progress.”

Next, Jin Shang talked about the advantages and disadvantages of the Zhang family and the Mei family.

The problem in the second uncle's family is more serious. Among the several children, Zhang Yunying, the youngest, can't see it yet. Zhang Yunying seems to have some hope of success. Zhang Hua's brothers and sisters can't count on it. Look at the warehouse and guard the house. Gate, being a merchandiser is the limit.

Er Jiumei will become richer and more powerful this year, but he also has his own problems. The shipping business is complicated. Needless to say, expanding into inland shipping, commercial real estate, and financial and insurance fields is certainly a unique vision, but these fields are also "big." In the arena where "crocodiles" are rampant, there are countless terrifying beasts under the water, staring eagerly at the "dragon crossing the river" coming across the border.

Once a flaw is exposed, there is a risk of being eaten alive and wiped clean.

Mei Wenhui is talented and has good comprehension skills, but his growth rate is a bit slow and cannot keep up with Mei Yingnian's career expansion.

It is precisely because of this that the "old brothers" who followed him to conquer the world in his early years now have a great say within the group. Mei Yingnian is very skillful and has outstanding abilities. He can suppress a group of "arrogant soldiers". Mei Wenhui may not be able to do it.

In order to prepare for his son's future succession, the second uncle Mei will inevitably borrow the power of his wife's family while playing the game of "carrying water".

Therefore, it is inevitable that Yan Shufan's relatives will gain power in Beihai Shipping. Logically speaking, the heir's ability is slightly lacking, and having a strong "relative" is a good thing for Mei Wenhui.

Unfortunately, Yan Shufan is not a "pure descendant" who "came on board" halfway, but is an original shareholder who has followed Mei Yingnian since she made her fortune in the early days. The first pot of gold was given by the old man of the Yan family, who also married his daughter. The plum blossoms are in the new year.

Neither the eldest brother nor the youngest brother of the Mei family is engaged in business, and their children have not made much achievements in this field. It is okay to help with a few words, but they cannot interfere in specific affairs.

If something unexpected happens to Mei Yingnian and Mei Wenhui cannot hold on to the situation, she must rely on the strength of her mother Yan Shufan.

If things go on like this, with such a huge family fortune, it is hard to say whether the surname will be Mei or Yan.

"The second generation, I'm afraid it's the most difficult..."

In this land beneath our feet, dynasties have changed many times, and problems abound in the second-generation succession.

The second generation of Lao Qin died, there was the Lu family rebellion in the Han Dynasty, and during the Three Kingdoms period, Wei, Shu, and Wu were all in trouble, not to mention the Northern and Southern Dynasties.

Later, Emperor Yang of the Sui Dynasty was stubborn and ruined his family business. The changes in the Xuanwu Gate of Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty were all lessons learned from the past.

This world does not have the famous "Donkey Cart God of War" Zhao Guangyi's "axe sound and candle shadow" in the previous life, playing the trick of the Golden Chamber Alliance, the Ming Dynasty Zhu Laosi's "Battle of Jingnan" took away the empire of his nephew Emperor Jianwen .

This is all ancient history and cannot be faked.

After listening to Jin Shang's vivid words, Li Xuan said with enlightenment:

"So, your nephew appears at the right time for Mei Yingnian?"

After all, Mei Wenhui and Jin Shang are direct cousins ​​connected by blood. They are not close relatives of the Yan family, so it is clear who they are looking for.

"Open the door. No one will say such tacit words. In private, some people must think so. Second aunt Yan Shufan is very capable, and she is sure of it to her eldest cousin Mei Wenhui, but... it's really dangerous. At that time, she may not be able to control the situation." No one can say whether it is the Empress Dowager who "listens to politics from behind the curtain" or Wu Zetian who "stands in the sky".

Although Wu Zetian finally returned the throne to the Li family, her high-ranking relatives didn't have any idea?
"This is the drama of palace fighting between wealthy and powerful families. It's really interesting. I don't seem to have heard of it in my hometown."

"Just because no one has told you, it doesn't mean that it doesn't exist. From the princes and grandsons to the Cangtou and Guizhou heads, the truth is the same."

After a pause, Jin Shang continued,

"Fortunately, my second uncle and my second uncle are still young and in their prime of energy. They have plenty of time to train their eldest son."

"The second uncle's family needs you, a serious son of a wealthy family, to help break the ceiling. The second uncle's family needs you to help balance the internal structure. Even if it is just a deterrent, it is enough."

Mei Wenhui is young now and has not yet won over many people. As time goes by, there will definitely be people turning to him. Being mediocre does not mean incompetence. With enough time to learn and grow, plus the internal and external fundamentals, he should be able to take over smoothly.

Of course, that was many years later.

The future is still far away, now it's just gossip in private.

"It takes three generations to cultivate a truly wealthy family, so that's probably what it means. The family tradition and heritage are relatively weak, and there are too few successful descendants to maintain the family business. However, you are an anomaly, which is quite strange. It stands to reason that your family is a wealthy family living in a declining branch, living a small life holding on to their ancestral property, and suddenly they are appreciated by their ancestors? "

"You are wrong. It's not that Huang Zhengkuo values ​​me, but that I am more powerful and you have to rely on me. Don't get the cause and effect reversed. My two cousins, Mei Wenhui and Zhang Yunying, are the 'second generation rich', but I am not the 'rich' The N generation' is essentially more like the rich generation."

"How to say?"

"The beginning of starting a business. Except for the first pot of gold that Lao Jingang gave me at the beginning, I didn't rely on him much in the future, let alone the help of Lao Huang's family. Even though I came from a poor background, it was at most a little difficult for me to get started, but I still had a good road ahead. It's OK. After that, it's basically business-related business dealings. Lao Huang's descendants can only rely on me, the great-grandson of the old family who has changed his surname, to make important decisions related to the family's future. I can put my figure down. To be blunt, I... was probably the 'spare tire' chosen by Huang as a last resort. He was the one who took over after other candidates failed. Moreover, it was probably also invested by multiple parties. I just The one who appears to be the most powerful..."

Once the Jin family and his son are defeated, Huang Zhengkuo will probably fall out of favor faster than turning over a book.

"Well, you still treat your ancestors so ruthlessly and calmly."

Li Xuan's teasing words did not affect Jin Shang's judgment at all.

"Don't talk about money, I am still very humane. When it comes to interests, don't mix personal likes, dislikes and unnecessary emotions. Business is business, and favors are favors. The more important the interests, the less they should be confused."

Especially when the era of broken etiquette and materialistic desires is coming, if you go in the wrong direction, you will not be able to hold on to business or favors.

"You...sometimes, you really don't look like a young man in his twenties. Your mentality is a bit like an old stubborn who has experienced the world."

"It's not that exaggerated. It's precisely because you know that talking about money hurts your feelings that you set up strict rules from the beginning. As the saying goes, 'Don't say what you don't predict'. Only by grasping the boundaries of getting along well can you Minimize misunderstandings that may affect blood relationships.”

The more emphasis is placed on feelings, the more people who value feelings know how to maintain them.

Jin Shang does not dislike people who vent their emotions unscrupulously, causing trouble to others and themselves, but will keep a proper distance to avoid hurting others and themselves.

After sighing for a few words, Jin Shang curled his lips unconsciously.

"Actually, I understand the truth, but I also get passionate from time to time. I can say it, but it's still quite difficult to do it."

"Human beings are not machines after all, and emotions cannot be completely calculated by reason."

The well-informed girlfriend used her fingers wearing thick plush gloves to poke Jin Shang's cheek, which was a little red due to the cold air.

"By the way, you have written a lot of poems over the years. Didn't you become a poet during this trip?"

As if she had no intention of asking Jin Shang to answer, Li Xuan continued to speak leisurely:
"Do you know which one you wrote is my favorite?"

"?"

Facing Jin Shang's confused look, his girlfriend's face was very bright.
"That song "Ding Feng Bo", indeed, it is the only one that contains your true voice to some extent, and it is also the most heart-wrenching part for me."

In an instant, Jin Shang reacted. In the personal signature of his personal communication account, Jin Shang once attached "Ding Fengbo·Nanhai Return to Wang Dingguo's Attendant Yu Niang". In addition to buying personal poetry collections and having previous contacts on social accounts, Almost no one knows about it.

The meaning of this poem is very unique. After removing the details, it is very similar to a famous proverb from the previous life.

"After reading thousands of sails, you will still be a young man when you return?"

"That's probably what I mean! I know you despise the coldness and warmth of human relationships, but... you still believe in and cherish the most sincere friendship. In the eyes of snobbish people, this kind of idea and attitude is actually quite silly. You also said before However, this world is neither gentle nor correct, so honest and kind people always suffer, but you still risk being naive and stupid from time to time."

"Smart but would rather do stupid things?"

Li Xuan nodded:

"This world... and the people in it will always disappoint you, but you still have expectations. Such fools are rare. I am lucky to meet one in my life!"

"After following me, a fool who claims to be smart, you don't seem to have a very bright mind."

“Birds of a feather flock together, people flock together!”

The two looked at each other and smiled, and were about to say something more when the driver's voice came from ahead.

"You two, we're here."

There were sounds of billing and billing coming from the taxi.
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Although it was a working day, Jin Shang and Li Xuan no longer wanted to go to the company.

Carrying large and small bags and souvenirs, I walked into the house. Lao Bian had already prepared hot soup. The heating in the house was not turned on very high to prevent Xiao Jinfeng from getting angry.

The little guy's memory is now very good. After more than ten days of separation, he still hasn't forgotten his big brother and sister. When he saw Jin Shang coming over with a toy and gift, he reached out to hug him very enthusiastically.

His mother, Mei Xinghong, came back early today. Jin Shi went to attend some kind of supplier conference early in the morning and hasn't come back yet. He probably had some entertainment.

Surprisingly, my grandmother Xian Guizhen went to Xuexiang for a visit and arrived home early. My cousins ​​Mei Fengchun and Zhang Yu were also there, bringing some handmade Laba porridge ingredients.

There's still half a month left in the New Year, and in the blink of an eye, it's here.

The house is obviously a lot more lively this year!
(End of this chapter)