Rebirth 08: Equipment God

Chapter 474 Kou really came this time!

Zhai Da entrusted the task of scouting the way to Li Haili.

He believed that this small matter would not be difficult for his peerless general; if it really was, then...

The other side has a mount, doesn't it?

Brothers One, Two, and Three will make a move.

Of course, Zhai Da believes that Li Haili will still prefer to handle it herself. He can probably sense her predicament: she has been working in a branch office for a long time, lacks confidence in her academic qualifications, and has a feeling of wanting to prove herself.

However, she was overthinking it. The Shenzhen branch played a significant role. 25% of the global activations of Hongtu came from these underdeveloped regions. It was able to find a path from the complex manufacturing network of the Pearl River Delta, which was a great contribution to the research institute.

However, the time cannot be too long. Given the research institute's rapid development, it will inevitably become marginalized if it does not return soon. The position of general manager of the Shenzhen branch is a good opportunity to give more junior employees some experience.

If all goes well, he might transfer Li Haili back to headquarters to be in charge of related work long-term, which would also relieve Wu Yue of his long-distance relationship troubles.

Shouldn't he call out "Dad" a couple of times?

Li Haili responded quickly, providing Zhai Da with preliminary feedback just three days later.

Considering the language barrier, this efficiency is extremely high.

Inside the circular headquarters known as the "Blue Eye," Zhai Da leaned back in his office chair, listening to Li Haili's report.

"There are many extreme environmental organizations, but 90% of them are in Europe. After doing some research, I found that the situation here is very complex."

Zhai Da became interested: "Oh? Tell me about it?"

I like it dark!

Come on, hold on!
Li Haili's voice was also tinged with excitement. Gossiping and inquiring were her hobbies, and now her hobby and work had become one.

The badger in the melon field gets paid too—double the happiness!

"What's very interesting is that although most environmental organizations claim to be independent, for example, that their funding comes from small donations of less than 100 euros, there have been persistent claims on the internet that they are controlled by corporations and conglomerates. There aren't many sources, but there are plenty of clues. Generally speaking, these funds all come from the United States."

“The total amount of funding from the United States may only account for a portion of the funding sources for environmental organizations, but it is their most important ‘stable source’ and they have a certain degree of control over it. Of course, this control is soft control, and they are young people who believe whatever they are told. They believe what one person says today, and they will believe what another person says tomorrow. As long as the direction is right, it will work.”

“Most of the grassroots members are uninformed victims, but their numbers are really large, with teenagers making up the majority, and some even starting to participate in extreme environmental activities in junior high school.”

"Many young people abandon their studies early on, go around Europe to protest, and even attack coal-fired power plants, destroy manufacturing, and go to jail. By the time they reach adulthood, they are completely disconnected from society and can only survive by continuing to depend on related organizations, carrying out various more extreme and abstract activities. Some of them, I can't even say."

“It’s even a bit like being an ‘environmental slave’.”

Zhai Da nodded: "Respect personal choices; at least they are free and happy."

Li Haili:
Boss, is your mouth really at 37°?
As Li Haili spoke, she organized her thoughts. In fact, as a massive social phenomenon that swept across the entire West, there was so much to say about it, with various forces deeply intertwined.

She is not an "intelligence agency," but rather someone who sorts through a vast sea of ​​public information based on her own judgment. Secrets are often hidden in fragments of information, and she is particularly adept at deducing the whole picture from these fragments.

Not everyone overseas is a fool. Some problems have already been discovered, and some people have even spoken out about them, but it's all been to no avail.

Shouting won't solve the problem, especially since those environmental organizations are shouting even louder, shouting themselves hoarse, sticking their hands to the road while shouting, throwing paint while shouting, and shaking their heads while shouting.

Zhai Da continued, "Is there anything else you'd like to add?"

"Let me think about it. That's right! These people all have 'votes,' which are invaluable as a guaranteed source of votes. At the grassroots level, such as at the level of congressional seats, they are practically invincible. Many grassroots politicians have quickly risen to power through 'environmental promises' and then formulated more radical policies. I suspect that 'vote selling' is also a business of extreme environmental organizations."

That's a clever plan.
No wonder the people who come up here are getting worse with each generation.
Old Ou's environmental organization was funded by Americans. Zhai Da didn't quite remember this, but he recalled it as soon as he heard it. More than ten years later, this conclusion was gradually accepted by the public.

Do you think they only disgust us?
They are disgusting the whole world!

The only difference is that after he disgusted the University of Tokyo, the University of Tokyo responded: "You're really disgusting, you actually played with shit."

After being disgusted, people from Europe, Japan, and South Korea exclaimed: "This is real skill! Real civilization! We must learn it!"

If we take the historical trajectory of later generations as a reference, the gradual abstraction of Europe from top to bottom was probably foreshadowed long ago.

Zhai Da cut to the chase, asking, "If, and I mean if, I want to collaborate with these 'environmental progressives,' what approach do you think would be appropriate?"

Environmental activists? That's a very elegant term.
The eldest brother truly lives up to his reputation as a writer.

Li Haili thought for a moment, and then cautiously said, "There are some things that I can't see clearly either, and we need to dig deeper. But if I had to say something, it can't be under the name of 'research institute.' All the companies that fund these kinds of organizations are hiding behind the scenes. Most of them control some 'Archipelago Fund' to provide funding, and then cooperate through 'middlemen.'"

"Actually, this group is quite disorganized. Even the funders can't have 100% control over them. They're like mercenaries. However, the lower-level members have no idea who they're working for, and any support has to be transformed into an 'environmental issue' in order to be implemented."

"On the other hand, as long as it aligns with environmental issues, it can achieve great things with little money and mobilize more people. For example, politicians will pay for votes and public opinion to show their presence, lawyers are willing to be the first to file lawsuits for the sake of their reputation, and ordinary people will be mobilized to some extent."

Zhai Dayi pushed his swivel chair, turning from facing the main entrance to facing the floor-to-ceiling windows, looking out at the lush "natural courtyard" and the ever-present "upside-down tower." It was like a beautiful scenic view.

He said slowly, "I'll look into how to set up something like an 'Archipelago Fund.' New projects need time, but we can get our voices in first, rather than taking action."

"Haley, the most important task of the Shenzhen branch has been completed. I plan to set up a new department at the head office. In addition to these miscellaneous matters, marketing and public opinion management should also be handled by a dedicated department. Would you be willing to come back to Dongyang and take on this responsibility?"

On the other end of the phone, Li Haili from Shenzhen hesitated slightly, her legs twisted together under her desk.

But with Wu Yue's supportive gaze, he took a deep breath and agreed.

"I might need another two weeks to settle the Shenzhen branch in, since I built it up from scratch. By the way, could I take a few people back to Dongyang?"

"It is only right to bring along some willing and familiar people, but don't empty out all at once; personnel transfers should be done gradually."

"I understand, boss."

The girl, who lacked confidence, smiled and said, "Actually, ever since my eldest brother went back, my parents have been asking me every day when I'm coming back."

Zhai Da welcomed them, saying, "The new headquarters is great, and Dongyang has changed a lot. It's time to come back and take a look. Also, tell Wu Yue that the 'D Zone' reserved by Utopia Group has been prepared and the rent is due."

Although they are all related companies, the accounts must be kept clear.

Li Haili was taken aback: "How did you know he was next to me?"

Wu Yue raised an eyebrow curiously.

Zhai Da said confidently, "Because you reported so many things in an organized manner, but didn't say 'one, two, three,' it must be to take care of Brother Shu San's feelings."

Li Haili:
Wu Yue asked curiously, "What did he say?"

Li Haili gave a dry laugh: "The boss said he misses you."

Wu Yue:
Instinct is nonsense.

But through observation and analysis, it seems that what Li Haili said was the truth?
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On the other end, after hanging up the phone, Zhai Da pondered for a moment.

This has potential.
In fact, the potential is far greater than previously imagined.

An event can be organized for as little as $50, depending on its duration, scale, and difficulty. Of course, organizations with long-term funding will be more compliant.

He'll clean things up a bit, create multiple springboards, and enter the game remotely.

I'll buy a small amount first and try my luck!

Of course, it's impossible to directly ask these organizations to speak up for the research institute's "car manufacturing plan." Instead, we should approach it from a more macro perspective, and the purpose should not be made public.

For example, "No buying, no killing; buying oil cars is killing animals in the Amazon rainforest!"

"Modern women: They would rather cry on a tram than laugh in a gas truck."

"Silicon carbide technology is the lifeblood of clean energy. We must face the gap squarely and acknowledge the excellence of others. Is that so hard?"

"White people eat too much meat, so they should bear the primary responsibility for global carbon emissions. They must become vegetarians to offset their original sin. They should be vegetarian from birth, in kindergarten, in elementary school, and for life!"

As he was thinking, Zhai Da suddenly paused.

Holy crap, this logic actually makes sense.

This thing is great! Who invented it?!

Of course, just like cockroaches, they are beneficial insects if left outside.

But if found at home, they must be killed immediately!

Wait, does this count as "playing with shit"?
Looking out the window, Zhai Da fell into deep thought about the question.

After a moment, he shook his head like a rattle-drum, muttering to himself, "At most, that's what I'm called."

"The bandits can go, and I can go too."

Kou Zhen came this time, and he went too far.

(End of this chapter)