Restarting life in Siheyuan

Chapter 389 Borrowing chickens to lay eggs
The meeting had broken up, leaving only Yang Maosheng from the civil affairs department, four people from the military, and a few ladies.

"It is estimated that it will be difficult to reach an agreement with the South this time. The port matter must be brought forward. Without foreign trade, the autonomous region will be in difficulty."

Song Yan nodded. It was like a single move that affected his whole body. He wiped out a tribe and then raided Jiesha. Everything disrupted the plan at that time.

It is not easy to open up a passage to the seaside. There are hundreds of kilometers of mountain roads and there are many scattered ethnic groups. The forces there have not been cleaned up, and I feel uneasy.

"The elite team you trained during this assault on Shacheng performed well, and Xia Gong's performance was particularly outstanding. These people must continue to strengthen their training, and we will select personnel from them to follow for the mission in the second half of the year."

There are twenty commandos coming this time, and the mission in the second half of the year cannot bring so many. These are all trained according to the training plan provided by Zhu Xuefeng, and they are different after only half a year.

The training plan was actually not complicated. It was formulated by combining the conventional infantry training plan and the firefighting and armed police training plan of later generations. Zhu Xuefeng, no matter how high-end, had never been exposed to it.

"The Yang family also performed very well in proactively cooperating to stop the enemy and delivering supplies in a timely manner. I will commend them when the time comes. To expand the team this time, we can recruit more people from the Yang family."

There were a lot of seizures this time, especially weapons, ammunition and medicine, which Song Yan and the others urgently needed. Li Xiaojun and others had already made arrangements with great interest. Although the tanks seized were all old goods, they added up to the existing ones. , and can barely assemble a small armored force.

Song Yan noted down one by one that the two of them had arrived at the warehouse area, and it took only two days for them to be emptied out by Li Xiaojun and others.

"Yes, Lao Yang has a heavy burden this time. Now we have saltpeter mines, iron mines, and copper mines. Sooner or later we have to provide the ammunition ourselves."

"I guess the news that Jie Sha is missing has spread. Aren't there only more than 5,000 people left here? They saw that the situation was not good and ran away early."

"This place is too close to the south. It is difficult for the ZF army to allow autonomy here. My personal preference is to push it to Mogok at most. It is not forced and we will never go south. What we pursue is an autonomous region, not subversion."

In order to avoid attracting attention, the helicopter was parked far away from the city. It took the group of six people more than three hours to get to the airport. Fortunately, Pan American Company complied with the agreement and a 707-120 was already waiting at the airport.

After all, Zheng Xu has experienced a lot and is relatively familiar with the international situation. After listening to Zhu Xuefeng's words, he understood the key, but he still felt a little regretful.

"Mr. Zhu, I see that there are a lot fewer troops in the city. I can't even see a few of them."

"Let's go to the city and to the airport. There are still more than ten kilometers left, so we have to rely on our legs."

Zhu Xuefeng also smiled when he saw that Zheng Xu was thinking about the issue completely from the perspective of the autonomous region.

"It would be great if it could be pushed here. The city is bigger, has more people, has complete industries, and has a direct train to the seaport."

"Let's go, this is other people's territory. One day, our place will be more prosperous than this. I believe that day is not far away."

The Spring Festival atmosphere in Xiangjiang is much stronger than that in Guoming. There are endless activities. The Chinese community is full of firecrackers and gongs and drums. From time to time, groups of people surround the lion dance and dragon lantern dance teams. There are still many people here in the streets and alleys.

"I have left the fighter planes, missiles, and tanks. They must be guarded and the highest level of precaution and confidentiality must be maintained. They must not be leaked. After Yang Maosheng's negotiation is completed, this will be handed over to the country for research and exchange. There must be no accidents!"

Indeed, this must be in one's own hands, and it must be resolved sooner or later.

Zheng Xu participated in the whole military operation and had to go back with him. Seeing Mandele looking even more cold, he couldn't help but say.

Zhu Xuefeng said with a smile, "There will be no shortage of weapons this time, but ammunition is still a problem. We can't make it ourselves yet. It depends on Yang Maosheng's negotiations."

"The airport must be built as soon as possible. At least two runways must be built, one of which must be able to take off and land 707-120 at least. This is very important and must be implemented as soon as possible."

"Yes, we will start work after the new year. There is more flat land here and the conditions for building an airport are relatively mature. I will discuss it with everyone soon and strive to complete it as soon as possible."

Without staying longer in Jiesha, in the early morning of the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, before dawn, they arrived at the outskirts of Mandele under the escort of Li Xiaojun and others. They watched the helicopter take off and took their minds off it.

Song Yan nodded. Maybe the leader would fly here and there in the future, otherwise he wouldn't have proposed taking off and landing something as big as the 707-120. It would be impossible to open such a large route here.

Liang Yan, Lin Na, and Xia Yuhong had already gone shopping to enjoy the Spring Festival in Xiangjiang. Only Wu Qianqian and Zhu Xuefeng were discussing in the office.

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"Husband, I've only been out for a few days, why is it all bad news?"

It is indeed all bad news, the news coming from Bald Eagle, because Dongsheng Motorcycles are superior to Honda and Toyota's light motorcycles in every aspect, the Fuso motorcycles of this period did not gain an absolute market with Bald Eagle like later generations.

Although it has done a lot of advertising, its market share is less than half of that of Dongsheng Motorcycle, which has not done any advertising. Dongsheng Motorcycle does not use any other tricks. It just opens a sales point next to the two main sales points. That’s all.

Dongsheng now accounts for more than 60% of the market, and Fuso nearly 30%. The sales of the two Fuso motorcycles are as uncomfortable as eating flies, but they have no solution. The performance and appearance of their competitors are better than those of their own company, but the prices are more favorable.

As a last resort, the two companies started a price war. Now they are both cutting prices significantly. The price is already lower than that of Dongsheng Company, and they have indeed taken away some shares.

The same goes for the radio market. The radios of Dongsheng Electronics, which is the leading company, are low-priced, but their performance, quality and appearance are superior to similar products. Unfortunately, imitations have appeared on the market, which have obviously stolen the circuit design of Dongsheng Company. The price is also a dollar lower than Dongsheng Company, which is just disgusting.

Even down jackets that have become popular in Vancouver have been dragged into judicial disputes and were sued by a Bald Eagle company. The design and processing methods of the down jackets infringed on their patent rights.

You know, the international patent organization did not exist at this time, and Bald Eagle could sue in Maple Leaf Country, and Wu Qianqian was also stunned.

"What the hell is this DuPont? The quilting patent for "bread cubes" was applied for in 1940. How many years has it passed? The protection period has long expired, okay?"

Zhu Xuefeng really didn’t know about this patent. He chose Maple Leaf Country to test the waters because of his impression of Vancouver. It was colder there. Selling down jackets in Maple Leaf Country in winter should be a good opportunity. He didn’t expect that he would be targeted. .

The three major industries were all in trouble, which surprised Zhu Xuefeng and thought for a while.

"Let's put it this way. This radio is probably made by Sony. Without the support of components, they can't lower the price lower than ours. Try to sign a large order with Sony and it should be able to find out. If this is the case, the alternative plan must be activated immediately. Contact Europe and urge China at the same time. If we can get the components, we will release the replacement product immediately."

Wu Qianqian nodded. She must not fall into Sony's price war. They control the source components. If the price rises, Dongsheng Electronics will be in dire straits. Fortunately, they have a plan in advance.

"What about motorcycles? Do we need to lower our prices to compete with them?"

Zhu Xuefeng shook his head, "The market is huge, and we can't supply it right now. There's no point in lowering the price. And I can guarantee that their current prices won't last long, because their costs are much higher than ours."

"This kind of price should be lower than their cost area. The more we sell, the more we will lose. It is the last word that the product is good, and we can also upgrade the product so that they can't keep up."

The company has checked the bottom line of two Fuso companies. Although the specific costs are not clear, the estimates are similar. The sales price was set at that time with this situation in mind.

"If they continue to lower prices like crazy, we can lower them a little appropriately. Anyway, we are making money and they are losing money. This situation will definitely not last long, and maybe they will come to negotiate with you.

Wu Qianqian nodded. The man analyzed it thoroughly and handed over the brewed coffee. Zhu Xuefeng reached out and took it. After drinking a cup of warm coffee in the winter, he felt much better.

"What about the down jacket?"

"This is an opportunity, an opportunity for our "Arctic" brand to be launched in North America, and that's it..."

Wu Qianqian looked at the man in surprise, could he still play like this?

"That's it. You can take this opportunity to build your reputation in North America and accept interviews, but you must be careful to sneak back before danger comes. I don't want to go all the way to get you."

"It can't be like this. I won't break any of their laws. How can they arrest me?"

"Don't challenge the bald eagle's shameless bottom line. There's nothing wrong with being careful. It's better to be on guard."

Down jackets should not rise to the level of national security, but it is better not to place the safety of your own woman on the shameless bottom line of others.

Wu Qianqian nodded. She still had to listen to what the man said. Although she didn't understand it, she had to listen. She still had this consciousness. In the high presidential suite, the man had warned her personally, and she would remember it for the rest of her life.

"Okay, I've dealt with all the troublesome things. Let me tell you about the arrangements later. This is very important. You have to remember it."

Seeing that Zhu Xuefeng was getting serious, Wu Qianqian quickly got her notepad and sat down against the man.

"There will be a large number of people coming through this year, and there may be many people coming over to make some preparations."

I remember that millions of people broke through the level, and they probably failed in the end, but it would be more appropriate to arrange it first.

"Don't ask why, you will know when the time comes."

Seeing Wu Qianqian taking notes carefully, Zhu Xuefeng said again.

"In the past few years, we must continue to pay attention to the Kowloon warehouses and shipyards as well as Taikoo Dockyard and Whampoa Dockyard. If there is an opportunity, acquire them. If the funds are not enough, use the bank's spare funds. It is not a problem to lie there all the time."

Wu Qianqian nodded. Now that she is involved in real estate, the two docks, the Kowloon warehouse, and the shipyard can indeed be considered. There is a lot of land in those places, and it should be very profitable to renovate residential and commercial properties in their hands. Unexpectedly, The man has his eyes on these places. Now everyone is still rushing to get land in mature urban areas. No one should have considered these places yet.

Seeing Wu Qianqian's expression, Zhu Xuefeng knew that she wanted to keep it simple, so he gave her a reminder.

"Don't think that no one is watching. This is a big piece of fat. It won't be easy to get. Think of more ways and don't be in a hurry. It will take you a few years to get it and you will make a lot of money. Especially for shipyards, you must get it. ”

These are large fixed assets. Although the prices have not soared now, they still cost hundreds or tens of millions of dollars in total. But for Zhu Xuefeng, these areas are not just for real estate, but for many things. Now There's no way to explain it, just think of it as real estate.

"I will pay attention. Don't you always say that there will be a big crisis in a few years? Will it be cheaper to take action then?"

Zhu Xuefeng sighed, "Maybe, but these places are quite special. It's worth spending more to get them early and feel comfortable. I will have a special use for these places in the future."

Seeing that the man attached so much importance to these two places, Wu Qianqian also said seriously.

"I'll go back right away to collect information, and I'll definitely get it."

"Then there is the aviation industry and maritime transportation. You should also pay attention. We must have our own transportation capabilities in the future and learn more about and exchange information in this area with the Hong Kong government."

"The current shipping market is not very big, and many of them choose air transportation. It would be inappropriate for us to invest in sea transportation. Besides, Chen Dong and others already have freight companies."

"It's different from their nature. They are just making small fuss. They don't have the courage and financial resources. We don't overlap with them. With Guoming, are you still worried about running out of goods?"

Wu Qianqian understood and asked again, "That plane costs five million US dollars. We don't have such a large logistics demand, and Guoming doesn't need it. Besides, shipping by sea is much cheaper..."

"Don't question it, just go and try it. Maybe they won't sell it."

"Husband, if you want to open such a big stall, you will definitely not be able to keep up with the money. Now you are making hundreds of thousands and hundreds of thousands of dollars, but you are spending millions and millions, and you are still like this With multiple projects, I’m afraid that the capital chain will not be able to bear it. Fuso’s real estate projects are very expensive.”

Zhu Xuefeng's current assets in Xiangjiang and Fusang are only about 27 million. If all of these are implemented, it will definitely not be enough. Wu Qianqian is a little nervous. She still has to leave money for bargain hunting in a few years, and she also has to acquire banks, and in the past few years You also have to keep getting land.

"Yes, money is indeed a problem. You can only cooperate with banks and mortgage out every project you get. Just like when you buy an airplane, you buy one first and mortgage it to Huifeng. Then you buy another one and mortgage it to Zhada. , in this way, you will own the entire airline for the price of one plane.”

Wu Qianqian has been in the bank for so long, but she has never seen such a method before, and she couldn't help but worry.

"You have to bear a lot of interest, and you have to bear the domino effect if the capital chain is broken. If you are not careful, all your wealth will be lost."

"Then tell me, if I earn much more than this ridiculous interest rate, and I always have a large amount of liquid capital, will it be in danger?"

Seeing that Wu Qianqian's face looked a little unnatural due to excessive fright, she stood up and gently held Wu Qianqian in her arms.

"Don't worry, I've done the calculations, and there's no problem. How can you make a fortune without using other people's money to help yourself make money? Isn't this what your bank has been promoting in the past?"

"What will happen to aviation and shipping companies then? Will they also be opened as offshore companies? I have never been in contact with these two industries, so I don't know much about them."

In fact, offshore companies are not mysterious, they are just reasonable tax avoidance. They emerged in the 1930s. Wu Qianqian knew the general industry relatively well, but she really didn't know much about shipping and aviation.

"Sea transport should be fine. I don't know much about aviation. It might not be possible. You should first understand Xiangjiang's policies. Besides, it's still very early and it might not be possible in three to five years."

Thinking of the place where offshore companies are registered, I suddenly had an idea.

"There is an island in the Pacific. It has not yet established a country. It should be called Nauru. It is also British. It should be under the trusteeship of the Kangaroo State. You should find an opportunity to understand the current situation."

Wu Qianqian raised her head, "What kind of place is this? I've never heard of it. Do we still want to do business in such a far place?"

Zhu Xuefeng smiled and said, "I just accidentally remembered that this island is quite special. I want to ask someone if I can buy it."

Wu Qianqian was shocked, buying an island? Have you ever heard of a wealthy man who bought an island in the Pacific to live in retirement, but his husband is still so young and has to live in retirement at the beginning of his career?
"How big is that island? Is it beautiful? Is the environment pleasant?"

"No, no, no, the island is about 20 square kilometers. There are no wild animals, no resources, no lakes and rivers, and all fresh water is imported. There are no other islands or countries within a radius of nautical miles. The only thing on the island is guano."

"Guano? A deserted island with only guano?"

(End of this chapter)