A century-old wealthy family that rose from Shanghai

Chapter 124: Emergency (asking for monthly ticket)

Changjiang Automobile Dealership successfully redeemed all of its shares in Transportation Science, marking the official end of the cooperation.

Of course, due to Li Chao's relationship, Changjiang Car Dealership still has connections. After all, Li Chao is already the deputy section chief and is deeply trusted by his superiors.

Currently, Chen Guangliang holds approximately 70% of the equity in the Changjiang Rickshaw Company, while the rest is held by employees (including Li Chao) and rickshaw pullers. In addition, Inspector Gao also holds equity in 10 rickshaws and receives a monthly dividend of 250 yuan.

Among them, there are about 1200 rickshaw pullers holding shares, and % of the rickshaw pullers are involved, forming a huge "interest group".

As for the company's own employee stock ownership, it has increased significantly in the past six months, mainly through a combination of investments in illegal vehicles and large-scale note collection to increase everyone's income.

"boss"

He Xiangdong and Liang Mengqi came to Chen Guangliang's office together.

"Boss, there are two main problems with the taxi business now: first, the five old taxis have many problems, which not only costs a lot to repair, but also affects the customer experience; second, we don't have enough cars, and sometimes there are no cars when dispatching, which also affects the customer experience." Liang Mengqi reported.

After hearing this, Chen Guangliang asked, "Do you have any ideas or countermeasures?"

He can't inject more money into it now, after all, he has too many expenses for the money.

To put it bluntly, the rate of return of the taxi business is not much different from that of the rickshaw business. A new car will pay back in 2 to 3 years, while an old car may pay back within 1 year.

The reason he entered this industry was because he valued future opportunities and wanted to expand the rickshaw business.

Liang Mengqi said: "We already have the down payment for the three new cars, so this will solve the problem."

In this way, with five new and five used cars, it is considered a medium-sized taxi company. Many taxi companies have less than ten cars, or even less than five cars, and they are still operating happily.

Chen Guangliang thought for a moment and said, "That's feasible. Adding three cars will make business much easier next year. We'll go to the Central Car Dealership to discuss it later!"

"Ok"

He Xiangdong also took the opportunity to say, "Actually, compared to the foreign-owned Yunfei and Tailai companies, our Chinese-owned taxi companies also have higher costs. This is mainly reflected in the fact that we pay more for gasoline than they do, and repairs and parts are also more expensive than they do. Running a taxi business is still much more difficult than running a rickshaw business."

Chen Guangliang confidently stated, "We must not be short-sighted. Twenty or thirty years ago, the rickshaw industry was monopolized by foreign capital, but it was eventually driven out by Chinese investors. Similarly, the taxi industry may also undergo reforms in the 1930s, so we must remain confident."

"What the boss said is that confidence is very important!"

Before World War I, most of the people running rickshaw businesses were foreigners.

When World War I came, many rickshaw dealers transferred their business to the Chinese. In addition, the Chinese also gained ground in this industry. By the 1920s, it was basically the Chinese who ran the rickshaw businesses.

In Chen Guangliang's opinion, the taxi industry's "gasoline" is a major flaw, but everything else should be fine if all taxis are purchased new.

There are "shortcomings", but naturally there are also "advantages". After all, it is a Chinese territory, and Chinese business operations also have some local advantages.

of course.

The United States will experience a great economic depression by the end of next year, and American automakers will certainly lower prices at that time. That will be the best opportunity for expansion. Not to mention, Chen Guangliang remembered one thing, that is, the exchange rate of silver against the US dollar will fall from 100 taels of silver (not dollars) to 45.5 US dollars to about 100 taels of silver to 24 US dollars.

If it can plan well in a year, Changjiang Taxi can usher in great development and become one of the largest taxi companies in Shanghai.

He Xiangdong and Liang Mengqi stayed for a while, discussed some opinions with the boss, and then left.

Shortly afterwards, Zhou Xinggao walked in with a serious expression.

"Boss, Han Yanbao has been kidnapped!"

Chen Guangliang's eyes widened, and then he said, "Dead or alive?"

He had thought of a possibility and was worried about his own situation.

Zhou Xinggao said, "From what we've heard from his family and the car dealership, it's a kidnapping for money, but his life may not be saved. I suspect Tang Jiapeng hired someone to do it."

The security company he leads not only has a bodyguard team of twelve people, but also has an intelligence network in major car dealerships, so many things cannot be concealed.

Chen Guangliang nodded and said, "That's a possibility. The reason is that Gu Zhuxuan believes that the car dealership alliance was responsible for his last shooting. The only people capable of such tactics are probably just a few of our medium-sized car dealerships. So, this kidnapping was a facade, and the murder could be the real deal. However, there's also the possibility that Gu Zhuxuan is still a little hesitant and doesn't dare to kill Han Yanbao."

His mind was working rapidly, thinking about the pros and cons of this matter for him.

Gu Zhuxuan certainly suspected him, but he was more likely to suspect the five mid-level car dealership owners of the Car Dealer Alliance. After all, he was known as one of the "Four Tycoons" and "Mr. Gu Si," so he would definitely find a way to get back at the threat of being shot.

After enduring for more than half a year, he finally found the opportunity to kidnap Han Yanbao, which shows that Gu Zhuxuan also has concerns - concerns about the law and concerns about the influence of the car dealership alliance.

Although the law is lax in this era, there are still laws. If Gu Zhuxuan is caught, he will be in trouble.

Gu Zhuxuan once shot and killed a famous actor from "Tianchan Wutai". In the end, it was "Ade Ge" Yu Qiaqing who stepped in and helped Gu Zhuxuan escape.

Later generations even threatened the famous dramatist Zhou Xinfang and forced him to sign a "contract of selling himself".

Therefore, Gu Zhuxuan is considered to be insidious and cunning, and his courage is far inferior to that of the "Three Tycoons"; after all, the "Three Tycoons" generally treat those famous actors with courtesy.

"You immediately contact the owners of the other car dealerships and have Feng Jingtao take the lead. We'll meet and quickly put pressure on the police and demonstrate our alliance. We'll also investigate and strive to ensure Han Yanbao's life!"

"Okay, I'll do it right away!"

Since Gu Zhuxuan is concerned, let him be even more concerned!

If no one supports Han Yanbao, he will have no scruples in doing things in this industry!

If Chen Guangliang were kidnapped, the kidnappers would definitely not succeed, but Gu Zhuxuan would never let him survive the second night, even if Chen Guangliang did it himself.

It's very simple. Chen Guangliang doesn't like being threatened now! Even if the three gangsters threaten him again, he will immediately cut off the roots.

No. 13 Yingchunfang.

Gu Zhuxuan secretly summoned his cousin-in-law Tang Jiapeng and asked, "Where is Han Yanbao? Is he still alive?"

Tang Jiapeng immediately said, "He's in a house in the countryside. He's only injured for now. I'll kill him as soon as the boss gives the order."

Gu Zhuxuan nodded with satisfaction. After more than half a year of forbearance, he finally found an opportunity to kidnap Han Yanbao, who was most likely to hire assassins to attack his mansion, and take revenge.

It was really embarrassing for him, one of the "Four Tycoons", to be threatened with shooting, and most likely by the Rickshaw Pullers' Alliance. After all, he was the "local emperor" in the rickshaw industry.

If he had considered the impact of public opinion and the fact that they would arouse the most suspicion, he would have found a way to deal with these people long ago.

Now, more than half a year has passed since the incident, and even the police station does not suspect him.

"Wait until his family comes up with the money, then find an opportunity to kill him. Make it a big show!"

Tang Jiapeng immediately said, "Okay, we'll make sure it's foolproof so no one can suspect us."

Gu Zhuxuan said with satisfaction: "Well, your work is still very reassuring."

Just as the two were chatting, the old butler walked in.

"Master, Chen Guangliang is outside with the bosses of several rickshaw companies. They want you to do justice!"

Gu Zhuxuan stood up suddenly and said, "Why are they here so fast? Why is Chen Guangliang joining in?"

The old housekeeper reminded him, "Chen Guangliang said that you are the leader of this industry and everyone respects you. They want to ask you to come out and help!"

Gu Zhuxuan was originally worried that everyone was here to put pressure on him, and he was quite nervous.

After all, a swarm of ants can kill an elephant.

But now it seems that no one has suspected him yet.

"Please ask them to come in, Jiapeng, you take shelter for a while."

"it is good"

After a while, Chen Guangliang brought Feng Jingtao, Wu Guangpeng and others to the living room on the first floor, holding gifts in his hands.

"Mr. Gu"

Gu Zhuxuan said with a smile: "Guangliang, why are you here? And this is the first time you have come together like this. Is there something important?"

He had no doubts about Chen Guangliang. After all, the two had always cooperated well. He never thought that Chen Guangliang had such a "cruel" heart and shot at his window for the sake of development.

In addition, he listened to Chen Guangliang and bought a large amount of land. Now he has made nearly double the profit, which is about 100,000 or 200,000 yuan.

Chen Guangliang gestured to Feng Jingtao to speak, after all, Feng Jingtao was nominally the leader.

Feng Jingtao quickly said, "Mr. Gu, I asked Boss Chen to meet with you. So, we all want to ask you to be fair and help us rescue Old Han. After all, we are all his subordinates."

Gu Zhuxuan said in surprise: "Han Yanbao was kidnapped? Why haven't I heard about it? Do you have any clues?"

At this point, he knew it was not easy to kill people!
Now Feng Jingtao is taking the lead and dragging Chen Guangliang into it. If people suspect that he is killing people for money, everyone will be in danger and even take risks.

Feng Jingtao immediately gave a detailed explanation, concluding, "While Boss Han is often impulsive, he hasn't committed any serious feuds. His family has already prepared 3 yuan, and they simply ask that his life be spared."

Gu Zhuxuan nodded and said, "Old Han is a real man. So, I can only promise you this matter and help you find out. As for whether it will succeed or not, it is still uncertain."

Chen Guangliang immediately said, "With Mr. Gu's help and the kidnappers only wanting money, I believe Boss Han will be able to return safely."

Gu Zhuxuan laughed and said, "You only know how to flatter me. If that's the case, I won't keep you here. Arranging things is more important."

Chen Guangliang and others immediately said goodbye.

"Jiapeng, have you let Han Yanbao know that it was our people who kidnapped him?"

Tang Jiapeng said immediately: "Even if he dies, he can only be a confused ghost!"

Gu Zhuxuan then sighed and said, "Pretend to be a kidnapper, take the money and let him go!"

Tang Jiapeng asked anxiously, "Boss?"

Gu Zhuxuan then recounted what had just happened and added, "If anyone has any suspicions about this matter, it will escalate into a bigger issue, putting everyone in danger. So, teaching Han Yanbao a lesson is enough. I believe that even if everyone knows the truth, they will never dare to go against him again!"

As long as Han Yanbao is not killed, even if everyone knows that he did it, will they still dare to take revenge?
After all, Han Yanbao is an example.

"It's just a rare opportunity, and I'd like to vent my anger on you, boss!"

"Let him go! I've already gotten rid of my anger. If you're still not satisfied, just beat him up again. I'll save his life anyway!"

"understood"

Even though Tang Jiapeng was somewhat unwilling, he didn't dare to say anything more.

But then again, Han Yanbao had no grudge against him, but this man was cruel and ruthless and was determined to kill people.

(End of this chapter)