Siheyuan: Pretend to be a Pig and Eat the Tiger

Huo Shao's words were very persuasive; at least, those who did not have the right to inherit were tempted. They were willing to give up their family inheritance rights in exchange for financial support; their families would definitely be willing to do so.

After all, although not the heir, there is still a right to compete. China is developing rapidly and has a huge market. If we change our thinking, it may not be worse than Hong Kong!
"Alright, let's go take a look!"

The second young master of the Dang family was tempted. He was not the legitimate son, but the son of a concubine. Unless all the legitimate sons died, he would not be able to inherit the family business. What Young Master Huo said made sense. Shenzhou might be his opportunity!

In the afternoon, He Yuzhu took this group of young men to Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill. The current factory director is still Yang Weimin, and the deputy factory director is the secretary of a high-ranking leader. They are all old acquaintances!

The steel rolling mill attached great importance to this inspection, and with great fanfare, they entertained the inspection team with singing and dancing!
"Factory manager, the focus this time is the second young master of the Dang family. His family is in the car business. Although he is not the heir, he has a certain amount of influence in the family. Whether you can persuade him to invest depends on you!"

After review and approval by the Ministry of Metallurgical Industry, it was decided to make Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill a joint venture. This was a brand-new attempt and an experiment by the top leadership in enterprise reform!
As reform and opening up continue to deepen, it is becoming increasingly difficult for single-processing plants like steel rolling mills to survive, and some are even unable to receive orders. More than 20,000 workers represent 20,000 families. If no solution is found, these workers will face layoffs!

"Okay, if I can complete the restructuring before I retire, I will have no regrets!"

Yang Weimin was filled with emotion. He thought He Yuzhu was too reckless when he resigned, but he never expected him to have developed to this point. Judging from the attitude of these people towards He Yuzhu, this guy is no longer the same!

"Factory manager, do your best and leave the rest to fate. The platform is set up, whether you can win it or not is up to you. I can't interfere!"

He Yuzhu gave a brief explanation and left. Huo Shao said that these people wanted to go to Panjiayuan again, so they had to be prepared!

Han Chunming didn't come back, the ragpicker Hou wasn't interested, and Grandpa Guan was too old. So, none of them were suitable!

Wait a minute, it seems Cai Quanwu also knows some knowledge, right? Let's try anything, a guide should be enough!

"Uncle, are you free tomorrow?"

"Yes, what's up?"

"The guests from Hong Kong Island want to visit Panjiayuan, but I have to go to Fangshan and don't have time to entertain them. Would you please show them around?"

"No problem, just one walk around?"

"Hehe, we still need to keep an eye on them and try our best to prevent them from buying counterfeit goods, otherwise it would be a failure to provide adequate hospitality!"

"It's normal to make a hole there, but what about Han Chunming?"

"I'm going to Fangshan, and I reckon it'll be several more days. I won't be able to keep up!"

"Alright, I'll try my best to keep an eye on things, but there's nothing I can do if I make a mistake!" "Okay, thank you for your help, Uncle!"

"I've worked in this city for many years. Although I ended up being a loser, I was once a big shot, wasn't I?"

Li Huaide invited Lao Wang to dinner. Lao Wang's son works in the Ministry of Commerce, and Li Huaide hoped to hear some useful information from him.

"Director Li of the steel rolling mill was a very famous figure back in the day. Why has he become so sentimental now? This isn't the person I know!"

Old Wang retired from his position as factory director, and his son is doing quite well. Compared to Li Huaide, who was constantly on the move, Old Wang is living a comfortable life!
"Old Wang, unlike you, I don't have retirement benefits. After so many years out there, I've come to understand one thing: in this world, money makes you king, and without money, you're always at the bottom!"
Our current effort is to become someone of high status, even a VIP, there. Otherwise, what is the point of living?
Is it all just about three meals a day? Only after going to Hong Kong Island did I realize what the life of the wealthy is like; we've been living in a well, completely ignorant!

"Old Li, I can't compare to you. I just want to watch my eldest grandson grow up. I don't have the ambition I had when I was young anymore. I can't compare to you!"

Old Wang didn't understand why this guy was looking for him. He kept changing the subject and was completely baffled. He could only continue talking, but it was definitely impossible for him to just reminisce about the past.

This guy doesn't do anything without a profit motive. He wouldn't invite someone to dinner, especially not to a place like He's Restaurant, without a purpose!

"Old Wang, nowadays many people are keen on antiques. Gold is valued in times of chaos, and antiques are valued in times of prosperity. The ancients are truly not to be deceived."
So, how about it? Interested in collaborating? You're retired, but the young people still need our help, don't they?

"The He family's houses are nice, but they're not cheap. With this salary, it's not easy to afford an apartment for the children. The market is huge, and I have connections. Want to start something big?"

Li Huaide was full of confidence. He had someone investigate and found that many mediocre people were also involved in the antique industry. Tourists from other places and even foreign countries came for the antiques. Old Wang had considerable influence and should know this news!
Many people in Beijing today have become victims of land expropriation. They are like the old-fashioned generation, not working hard but indulging in pretentious culture.
It has even become a trend that people are embarrassed to go out if they don't have a few antiques in their possession, for fear of not being able to keep up with conversations.
Therefore, many people have started to cram for knowledge, not to collect it, but so that they won't be looked down upon when they're chatting!

Those old-fashioned people also took out their family's valuables to sell, and transformed themselves into rich people once again. With the policies getting better and better, no one was watching them anymore, and they came out again. You can see them in Liulichang, Panjiayuan, and under the overpass!
They started making up stories and using old, distressed items to "fool" people, and surprisingly, some people actually fell for it.

One family made money, and now many others have also set up street stalls. They spout nonsense like how their ancestors were once very wealthy, but now they've fallen on hard times and are selling their ancestral calligraphy and paintings to make a living.
"Old Li, to be honest, the antique business is indeed profitable, but I'm too old and don't want to bother anymore. You've come to the wrong person!"

Old Wang does know quite a lot, even that Li Huaide was invited to have tea for reselling televisions. Therefore, he doesn't want to ruin his reputation in his later years!
Recalling Li Huaide's various misdeeds, each one teetering on the edge of sewing, Old Wang considered leaving!
"What's the rush? Didn't a group of guests arrive in Hong Kong? Let's find some time to get to know them, maybe we can make a fortune!"
"Something good came up, and I immediately thought of you, my old friend. How about we join forces to build up some wealth for our children and grandchildren?"

When Li Huaide saw that Lao Wang was about to leave, he immediately stopped him. He had spent several tens of dollars on the treat, but hadn't even gotten a single message. It was such a loss!

"Come on, I heard these customers don't trade with people and just want to go to Panjiayuan. You should give up on that idea!"

Upon hearing this, Old Wang dared not stay still any longer. Good heavens! It's said that the higher-ups valued this group of guests more than anyone could imagine. This old bastard is truly fearless, trying to deceive them! (End of Chapter)