Restarting life in Siheyuan

Wu Qianqian has taken the Huo and Bao families to visit the domestic shield machine prototype. It is indeed a magic tool for digging tunnels. The two families are very interested in it. Finally, Dongsheng Company came forward to order an additional one for US$6.6 million. It is expected to be delivered in a few months. Now the tunnel and bridge construction plan has been approved by the Hong Kong government and preliminary preparations have been put into place.

"My dear nephew, I'm really sorry. I'm short of funds. As you know, the funds occupied by Xingcheng have not yet arrived. I really can't make any room for it."

Zhu Xuefeng smiled and said, "Uncle Huo, Uncle Bao, please don't be like this. We funded the ordering of the shield machine ourselves because we will need it elsewhere in the future. Otherwise, wouldn't it be more appropriate for us to rent it directly?"

In recent years, the Bao family has also been modifying cargo ships and purchasing containers. Although their profitability continues to increase, they are indeed unable to purchase tunnel boring machines. The two families will also invest a lot in tunnels, and this investment has to be recovered through tunnel tolls.

"Now that you put it that way, I feel a lot more at ease. Only your Dongsheng company is so rich that it can spend millions in one go." Boss Huo sighed sincerely. Hong Kong's economy is now suffering from a sharp decline in the property market, and all walks of life have been affected. Only Dongsheng Company, which is mainly engaged in foreign trade, has been basically affected. Besides, in Hong Kong now, only the four major foreign companies and Dongsheng Company can spend more than 6 million US dollars in one go. It's hard not to accept it.

"The construction of the bridge should be done as we agreed before. We will have it built domestically. It is low-cost and high-quality. Is this a problem?"

"No problem, but Dongsheng Company will have to coordinate with the Hong Kong government. Our two families don't have that much face, so don't let them get in the way." Boss Huo actively supported this proposal, unlike the Bao family who had some concerns.

"No problem, leave it to us." Seeing the man looking at her, Wu Qianqian quickly expressed her opinion. Dongsheng Company has an increasingly prominent position in Hong Kong today. As long as it does not touch the core interests of the Hong Kong government, many things can be discussed, but it is impossible to become close partners and friends like the previous session.

"Then it's a deal. The three of us will start as soon as possible. Hong Kong's economy is in decline now, and the labor cost is reasonable. If our project gets going, it should have a certain driving effect."

The three families talked for a long time in the Repulse Bay villa. After a sumptuous family dinner, they saw the two off. After watching the convoy disappear, Zhu Xuefeng returned to the villa hand in hand with Wu Qianqian.

Looking at the three graceful girls, Zhu Xuefeng felt a little dazed. When he was in Beijing, they were hanging around him every day but he didn't feel anything. He spent a short time in Hong Kong in recent years and only now realized that the three girls have grown up.

"Thank you for your hard work, go and have a rest."

Dinner was prepared by the three maids. Their cooking skills were very good. Watching the three maids go back to their room laughing, Zhu Xuefeng also pulled Wu Qianqian upstairs.

"This data is not bad. There is a lot of support from the country."

Zhu Xuefeng focused on the purchasing share ratio of chain supermarkets. Chain supermarkets in North America and Fuso have already started. Goods are mainly purchased from China, Hong Kong, the autonomous region, Fuso and the Peninsula. Among them, China accounts for about 30%, Hong Kong accounts for 15%, the autonomous region accounts for half, and some need to be purchased locally in North America and Fuso.

"Well, since the second half of last year, we have made many trips to China and reached many agreements. Generally speaking, China is very supportive. Now our monthly turnover is about 600 million US dollars."

"It's on such a large scale?" During this period, my focus has not been on this. At school, I just study and complete my own research and design, and then pay attention to the implementation of my own plans in the autonomous region. I didn't expect that the monthly procurement flow from the domestic market has reached 6 million, which is a considerable number.

Wu Qianqian nodded, her eyes sparkling, "It's been less than a year, and it will definitely continue to grow in the future. The chain stores in both places are expanding very fast now."

Zhu Xuefeng immediately picked up the internal information and checked it again. Sure enough, although Fuso started later, it now has two large chain stores in Tokyo and Kyoto. North America also has two large chain stores in each of the three cities on the east coast. Hong Kong is simpler. It has opened a medium-sized chain store in Kowloon and a medium-sized store in the Commercial Plaza in Tsuen Wan. The main reason is that Hong Kong has a small territory and is restricted in many aspects of opening large stores. Compared with Fuso and North America, it still lacks some infrastructure.

"Husband, there is one more thing that needs your decision."

"What is it that you can't decide?" Zhu Xuefeng was a little surprised. Wu Qianqian had been in charge for five years now and was already very familiar with the job. She seldom let him make the final decision.

"It's the bank. This opportunity has finally come, but it's too complicated. My husband has to decide if it's appropriate."

It turns out that the Hang Seng Index of Hong Kong stocks has continued to fall from last year's highest point of 103.53 due to the sluggish property market. It has recently fallen to around 86 points. The decline has exceeded 15% in a few months, and some banks have been affected.

"Hubby, according to your prediction at the time, it is now 1966, and the impact of the real estate market downturn on banks will continue to increase. Should we buy banks?"

Wu Qianqian has been waiting for this day for several years. This has been an obsession in her heart. The fund management described by the man to her inspired her greatly. Now she has finally waited for the opportunity.

But investing in banks, especially acquiring banks, will definitely bring in a lot of bad debts. Even though she is the actual controller of Hong Kong, Zhu Xuefeng had long made it clear that she would handle the matter on her own, but she still wanted a man to make the decision.

Zhu Xuefeng tapped his fingers and thought about it. The strong wind hasn't started yet, and it will only get more chaotic when it does.

"How about this, keep paying attention now, don't make a move this year, prepare the funds first, there should be better opportunities next year or the year after, as long as the time is right, don't ask me, make your own decision."

Wu Qianqian hugged the man excitedly, "Master, when the time comes, we can rely on our own bank to do some capital operations, so that we don't have to be like now, where HSBC knows every major capital flow of our company clearly."

Zhu Xuefeng nodded. The flow of funds was a business secret and it was not a good thing to expose it to others all the time. In addition, there were also examples of HSBC deliberately leaking customer information in later generations.

"It's getting late. Let's take a rest. I still need to visit several research laboratories in the next two days..."

At Elizabeth Hospital, Guli Nazha regained consciousness and found herself in the hospital. Half a year of inhuman torture had changed her image drastically, except for her eyes which were more determined.

She secretly felt her physical condition and didn't seem to feel any pain. Could it be that she was cured in the hospital? Then she looked around and saw a girl taking a nap. Guli Nazha was surprised to find that she was Asian.

"I must escape!" Guli Nazha struggled hard to get up, but unfortunately she had no strength. No wonder there were no handcuffs. Even if she was not handcuffed, she would not be able to escape. Guli Nazha fell down weakly with tears in her eyes.

During my investigation, I discovered some incredible secrets. In order to continue the investigation, I gave up the opportunity to return to China with Mr. Zhu. It happened that my father was not used to the climate in the north and got sick. He came to Moscow for treatment and lived in my home. Maybe he discovered my little tricks and reported it.

Although it happened several months ago, Gulinaza still felt heartbroken and shed tears when she thought about it again. Several months of inhuman torture made her realize that she would never be able to return to her motherland in this life. It was just strange that she fainted in the confinement room just a moment ago. Could it be that the vicious guards did not want her to die and sent her for rescue?

"Miss, are you awake?" Guli Nazha's movement woke up the nurse who was taking a nap nearby. Seeing Guli Nazha open her eyes, she asked excitedly.

Listening to the familiar language, Guli Nazha was a little distracted, but she did not answer or speak.

The little girl said excitedly, "Great, you finally woke up. I'll have someone notify the master right away."

Master? Gulinaza was terrified. Was she sold out? In a hurry, she struggled to get up again, but was gently held down by the little girl.

"Don't move, you are very weak now, I will find a doctor to check you."

Guli Nazha had no strength to resist and could only watch the little girl run out happily. Soon the little girl's call was heard in the aisle, "Doctor, doctor..."

The ward was very large, with her being the only patient there. It was fully equipped with facilities, and the little girl outside was calling out in Chinese. All of this made her confused. Guli Nazha was still at a loss until the doctor arrived. The blond-haired, blue-eyed doctor was obviously not from Taiwan, and the assistants following him were all Chinese.

"Where is this?" After being examined in detail for a long time, Guli Nazha couldn't help but ask.

"This is Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Hong Kong. You're home." A familiar voice came from not far away, followed by a familiar face.

"Mr. Zhu?" Guli Nazha was completely confused.

After staying in Hong Kong for only three days, leaving Guli Nazha to recuperate, Zhu Xuefeng had to say goodbye to Wu Qianqian with great apology and flew directly to the autonomous region.

"Well, very well done. The plan needs to continue." After listening to Song Yan's report, Zhu Xuefeng said that in less than half a year, Li Xiaojun had transferred back nearly one million people.

"Chief, a large-scale resistance movement has broken out in the two provinces of Sumatra and Niore. With our weapons and the funds from Chinese people from all over the world, it has already formed a certain scale."

"Well, you did a great job. We Han people cannot just wait to die. We must continue as planned." After learning the details, Zhu Xuefeng gave simple and clear instructions.

"Yes."

"Old Yang, tell me about the current economic situation in the autonomous region and how it is developing now." It has been nearly half a year since I last came here, and I don't have time to inspect everywhere this time. I only plan to visit a few key places.

Yang Maosheng seemed confident. "Your Highness, we have followed the established policy and have developed very well in the past six months. Thanks to domestic support, sufficient funds, a large population, and the rapid growth of trade with Hong Kong and Xingcheng, the autonomous region is changing every day."

There is now generally no war in the autonomous region, the damaged economy in the south is recovering rapidly, and the overall economy continues to develop at a high speed. Last year's GDP exceeded 5 billion US dollars. While the autonomous region is vigorously building, it has a fiscal surplus of nearly million US dollars for the first time. This is a remarkable achievement. Although the total output value accounts for only about % of the country and the scale is very small, the prospects are good.

(Domestic GDP in 65: US$704.36 billion)
The autonomous region is now mainly pursuing an export-oriented economy, and internally it implements the policy of "more work, more pay", which has greatly mobilized the enthusiasm of all people. After the policy of "those who do not work, shall not eat" punished countless people, a joint force is being formed. People of all ethnic groups who have suffered from war and exploitation for many years are enjoying equality and peace for the first time, and have a great enthusiasm for work. This land has also ushered in a new life.

"Your Highness, the railways to the main cities in the north are now connected. We are currently discussing with the domestic railway department to connect them to the existing railways in the south. By then, the main railway transportation lines will be connected."

"Yes, with the railway network, economic development will accelerate again, and river, sea and road construction should not stop."

"Don't worry, Your Highness. We are all doing it according to your plan. Everyone is very confident and will not let Your Highness down."

Zhu Xuefeng just smiled. For various purposes, his subordinates always liked to attribute all the credit to themselves and tout their wise leadership to the ordinary people.

"Also, we have achieved good results in selling some things domestically. Last year, the annual sales exceeded 35 million US dollars. Now we have opened up the sales channel in North Africa and have a secret route." Knowing that his highness would like to hear this, Yang Maosheng took the initiative to report the resale trade situation.

"Very well done. You are quite capable." Zhu Xuefeng didn't expect that Yang Maosheng would actually get the job done after he mentioned it once two years ago. It seems that Yang Maosheng has made great progress. It is true that position is a training ground for people.

After some encouragement, he went to the arsenal. With domestic assistance, the arsenal has taken shape and can produce conventional weapons independently. He took out a blueprint and handed it to Song Yan, "This is a missile blueprint copied from the American ones. You arrange to make a few and try it out."

Song Yan stood at attention excitedly and said, "Yes, I will ensure the completion of the mission." This thing is a killing weapon and only a few countries in the world have it. Now the leader has actually got this top-secret blueprint.

Zhu Xuefeng smiled and patted Song Yan on the shoulder. "This is a small surface-to-surface missile with a short range, about 80 to 120 kilometers. Make a few first, and then we can test the effect."

I visited the oil refinery again. Now the refinery has officially started production. A large amount of plastic and rubber products are flowing into the country, and in exchange for a large amount of primary industrial products. This interaction has driven the industrial development of both sides.

"Your Highness, we estimate that these islands will meet your requirements in two to three years."

"Well, that looks like it's going well."

Standing on the hill in front of the refinery, a group of people could clearly see that the archipelago in the distance was carrying out artificial island construction in an orderly manner. Several sandblasting ships were continuously spraying sand from the seabed onto the island, and the construction team on the island was also reclaiming land in a tense and orderly manner. By then, while retaining the waterway, the island area will more than double in size, and with a road connection, it will become a giant refinery base.

At the Pagang manor, Zhu Xuefeng secretly met with his elder brother. The two brothers chatted for a whole night, and Li Zhenhua left excitedly at dawn. (End of this chapter)