Mixed in 1980

Chapter 294 Acquisition Successful
"Plunder? That's difficult, isn't it?" Young Master Hua asked doubtfully.

The Soviet Union was not like other places; when necessary, it would not follow the rules. With just one order, people and money would be left behind.

That's how it was done during Stalin's time.

The resources are right there; how can they be moved? Even if you were given a coal mine, once all the equipment is in place and it starts making a profit, a single sentence could take it away.

What if the Soviet Union collapsed?

Chen Fan's words stunned Hua Sanshao and Liu Jianxiong. They even suspected that Chen Fan was on drugs, as a normal person wouldn't say something like that.

What an international joke!
That's a superpower that can rival the US and make Europe uneasy.

Chen Fan knew his words were unconvincing. If he hadn't lived two lives, he would have spat in the face of anyone who said such things.

"No doubt about it, this is the assessment from above!"

Chen Fan pointed to the sky and said, "It's not like we're working alone; we're working with the higher-ups. We can't do it all by ourselves."

"The higher-ups?" The two were stunned.

Hua Sanshao rubbed his hands together, feeling a slight sweat on his palms. The analysis from above, and following along with it, would have a completely different meaning.

Why is Chen Fan so confident?

Everyone understood that besides being rich, Chen Fan also had a powerful backer who could challenge the British.

Otherwise, the British would have dealt with them long ago.

When the British get ruthless, they're just as shameless as the Soviets; they're all shameless bastards.

But is the collapse of the Soviet Union really a reliable possibility?

The assessment from above may not be accurate, and the two were still doubtful. Chen Fan added, "It's not just the assessment from above; the assessments from Europe and America are the same."

"According to the information we have, capitalists in Europe and America are infiltrating the Soviet Union, just waiting for the Soviet Union to collapse so they can take a piece of it."

As he spoke, Chen Fan looked at Liu Jianxiong and said, "Harvesting stocks is just small-time stuff. Harvesting a country is what you call a big deal, something you can brag about for a lifetime."

Liu Jianxiong couldn't help but tremble!
He enjoys excitement and making money in the stock market is his top priority. After each successful profit, he invites female celebrities to party.

Harvesting a country—just thinking about it is exciting.

Especially the superpowers!
After thinking it over for a while, Liu Jianxiong suppressed his excitement: "Mr. Chen, what exactly do you need us to do? How much investment is required?"

Hua Sanshao also looked over.

It's an opportunity, but there are too many uncertainties, and we need to understand it in detail before making a decision.

"I cannot disclose the specifics at the moment. There will be a special seminar in Beijing in a few days. If you two are interested, you can attend together."

Chen Fan took a sip of tea and tapped the armrest: "As for the funding issue, I will be responsible for all the initial funding before the formal collapse of the Soviet Union."

The initial investment required is not large, and it can even be recouped: "Once the Soviet Union collapses, how much money you are willing to spend is up to you."

Once it disintegrates, it becomes plunder!

The two exchanged a glance, and Hua Sanshao spoke up: "When is Mr. Chen returning to the capital? We'll go with you then and have a look around the capital."

"I'll let you know in about a week. Remember to keep today's conversation a secret and don't tell anyone," Chen Fan warned.

"Mr. Chen, rest assured, we know what's important!"

After leaving Xinghuo Investment and exiting Hehe Building, Hua Sanshao didn't rush to get into his car. Instead, he squatted down by the roadside flowerbed and lit a cigarette.

"Da Liu, what are you thinking?"

"That feels so exciting!"

Liu Jianxiong also squatted down, lit a cigarette, and took a deep drag: "Chen Fan is right. The sense of accomplishment from conquering a country is completely different."

Hua Sanshao asked, "Do you think it can succeed?"

Liu Jianxiong took a few more puffs: "I don't know. I feel the risks are huge, but the potential rewards are also huge. If it really succeeds, my assets could multiply several times over."

Hua Sanshao asked again, "What?"

Liu Jianxiong nodded and said, "Let's go to the capital and see. This kind of opportunity may only come once in a lifetime. If nothing unexpected happens, I plan to join the group."

"Joining, joining a club?"

Hua Sanshao took a drag of his cigarette and scratched his head: "Why do you think Mr. Chen contacted us? Especially you, it seems like you're not very useful."

"Hua Laosan, who do you think you are?"

Liu Jianxiong was furious, but lacked confidence. He mainly worked in real estate and finance, and apart from having a wide network of contacts, he didn't have many resources.

Compared to Zhao Shizeng, he is indeed somewhat inferior.

The Zhao family are shipping tycoons; the father was one of the three shipping magnates. Their shipping company played a significant role in plundering wealth from the Soviet Union.

"Big Liu, don't worry. I just find it strange. There are many capable people in Hong Kong, so why would Mr. Chen take a liking to us?"

"We're probably quite familiar with each other!" Liu Jianxiong said.

"Do you believe?"

"Hmm?" Liu Jianxiong said sullenly.

I really don't believe it, but there's no other explanation. Chen Fan is somewhat out of place in Hong Kong's business circles and doesn't have many acquaintances.

The only person I was truly close to was Li Hongying.

They get along almost like siblings!
Liu Jianxiong threw away his cigarette butt and stood up: "You can think about it slowly, I'm leaving now."

After finishing his work, Chen Fan went home early and rested for a while before Zeng Ali returned, looking exhausted. After a simple dinner, Zeng Ali went to her room to shower, changed into her pajamas, and went straight to bed.

"Are you busy?"

Chen Fan sat down and gently massaged her shoulders.

Zeng Ali squinted comfortably: "To set up an investment company, there are too many people to recruit. I'm interviewing people all day long. Now I want to ask everyone I meet, 'What work experience do you have?'"

Chen Fan smiled and teased, "Isn't this an occupational hazard? Just hire senior executives and leave the rest to the subordinates. There's no need to work so hard."

Zeng Ali nodded lightly, "Since I'm here, I should do as much as I can. I can trust the people I hired myself a little more."

"Then you can just stay tired!"

Applying slight pressure, Chen Fan said again, "How many more days will it take you here? There's a meeting in Beijing next week, and I have to go back."

Zeng Ali frowned slightly: "It will probably take a month. You go back first, and I will go back after the framework of the investment company is set up."

"Then I'll go back for a few days and then come back to keep you company."

"Did you come to keep me company?"

Zeng Ali curled the corners of her lips slightly and teased, "Both of your family members are pregnant. Are you sure it's not just because you're craving something?"

Chen Fan nodded and said, "I'm really craving it right now!"

Zeng Ali turned over: "You little brat, come on, today your big sister will teach you how to be a decent person."

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After a night of revelry, Chen Fan was also busy. Sanli Shipping Group was officially renamed "Xinghuo Shipping Group", and then recruitment began.

The original Yang family members have all been wiped out!

Zhou Wenya had established a partnership with a headhunting firm early on. As soon as recruitment began, the headhunter immediately recommended candidates, who would then proceed directly to the interview stage.

The candidate was quickly chosen.

Zhou Tai, Yang Ming, and Sun Lihong serve as rotating presidents. Sun Lihong was one of the original financial directors of Xinghuo Investment.

Zhou Tai and Yang Ming were both poached from other shipping companies. Zhou Tai was mainly responsible for managing business matters, while Yang Ming was in charge of human resources.

Once the personnel were confirmed, Chen Fan's first instruction was to apply for a bank loan in the name of Xinghuo Shipping Group and then place an order with Yangzijiang Shipbuilding.

Meanwhile, more good news arrived.

Shen Bi finally persuaded the British consortium to sell Kwai Chung Piers 1-3 to Chen Fan for HK$27.5 billion.

The news caused another public uproar!
Many media outlets have reported that Chen Fan, this ruthless man, has once again taken a bite out of the British, and will now take charge of 70% of Hong Kong's container terminal business.

Its influence on Hong Kong has reached a new level!
Telecommunications, electricity, ports, gas—if Chen Fan wanted, he could quickly raise the cost of living for Hong Kong residents simply by increasing prices.

If we really do that, the higher-ups will definitely have something to say!
Neither the British nor the mainlanders want to see this situation, as doing so will only affect Hong Kong's future development.

After completing the acquisition, Chen Fan boarded a plane back to Beijing.

Accompanying them were Hua Sanshao, Liu Jianxiong, and their staff. To Chen Fan's surprise, neither of them had any women with them.

I guess they have a stereotypical impression of mainland China and are afraid to bring it!

In fact, there are many extravagant ways to have fun in mainland China, especially in recent years. Many middlemen have made money and keep mistresses and concubines.

In cities like Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Shanghai, dance halls and nightclubs have become popular among the wealthy, each one a den of extravagance.

The TV series "Blossoms" is not representative!

The bustling, glittering, and vibrant Shanghai of the 1930s... compared to those places, the places where ordinary people live seem like two completely different worlds.

Ordinary people can hardly imagine that when everyone's salary was 100 yuan, the minimum charge for a private room on Huanghe Road in Shanghai was 2000 yuan.

Australian lobster, king crab, grouper, and geoduck are all must-order dishes for customers, with a single specialty dish costing thousands of yuan.

A middleman can spend 3 yuan in one night.

Just like in the TV series: You think you're eating lobster, but you're actually eating an opportunity!
These days, when people invite others to dinner, it's not just about the food; it's about social etiquette and business dealings!
Huanghe Road represents "high-end", and once you get there, your status rises.

After his divorce in his previous life, Chen Fan frequented these kinds of places, partly to seek opportunities and partly to indulge in the feeling of extravagance and debauchery.

After becoming wealthy, it's hard to resist the urge to spend.

Having experienced them all, Chen Fan was basically immune to those places. If he were still the same person he was in his previous life, he could have settled down on Huanghe Road and changed girls every day.

After getting off the plane, Sun Shaojie was waiting at the arrivals gate. Chen Fan quickly went up to him and introduced the people on both sides.

"Senior brother, I'm entrusting the person to you."

"This is their first time in Beijing. Before the meeting started, we arranged for them to walk around so they could get a direct impression of the capital."

"Don't worry, leave it to me."

Sun Shaojie smiled and shook hands with the two men: "Mr. Zhao, Mr. Liu, the meeting is scheduled for the morning after tomorrow. Let's go to the hotel first, and then I'll show you around."

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Mr. Sun!"

The two smiled and agreed. Sun Shaojie then looked at Chen Fan and said, "Remember to bring the meeting materials the day after tomorrow. We'll be leaving now."

With that, he left with his men.

Chen Fan didn't go with them. He called a taxi back to Ya'er Hutong. He didn't give any advance notice before coming back. He thought his little dumpling at home would be very happy to see him.

PS: Second update.
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