Siheyuan, Shazhu: I have both parents in this life

Chapter 303 Double Happiness
The next morning, as the municipal investigation team entered Xiangdu County, a joint working group from the province, led by Director Zheng Guodong and composed of relevant personnel from the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection, the Provincial Department of Finance, and the Provincial Commission of Foreign Trade and Economic Cooperation, also arrived at the scene.

The provincial working group is at a higher level and has a clearer stance: strictly investigate misappropriation, safeguard investment, and protect the legitimate rights and interests of the people!

Xu Damao's promised three days was a bit short, but Mayor Huang didn't have time to cause trouble for Xu Damao because he and Secretary Shen had been summoned to the county.

The town mayor and party secretary were both taken away, and the team leaders and party secretaries below naturally quieted down as well.

A week later, the matter of misappropriating special compensation funds was clarified; the funds had been diverted to build housing for county-level units. Then came the handling of the relevant responsible personnel.

Ten days later, under the supervision of the provincial working group, the remaining compensation was finally distributed to the farmers whose land had been expropriated. (I won't go into details, I'm afraid I'll rip it off again.)

The working group supervised the distribution process on-site to ensure that every household received the money they were entitled to.

The villagers, having received the money, finally smiled.

The provincial working group then held a briefing in the township and helped the two factories coordinate their labor issues.

The final details are as follows: priority will be given to recruiting and resettling veterans (especially disabled veterans and families of martyrs who meet the requirements). In principle, each family around the factory will have one quota, but they must meet the factory's recruitment standards. In addition, if someone is willing to marry a veteran who has lost the ability to work, the factory can give them a quota. Of course, this quota can only be given to the person who marries into the factory, not to other family members.

Next came the finalization of the road construction plan. Regarding the construction of the road connecting the factory area with the main road, Xu Damao proposed a pragmatic solution at a coordination meeting chaired by the provincial working group. This road is a public infrastructure, mainly serving the factory's logistics and transportation, but it will also greatly improve the travel conditions of the surrounding villagers and the regional economic development environment. It is not exclusively used by the Yellow River Group.

Therefore, the Yellow River Group is willing to bear the main funding for road construction (accounting for about 70% of the total investment), demonstrating its sincerity in investment and its support for local development.

At the same time, the county government is responsible for coordinating the land use for road construction and demolition compensation (the expenses shall be paid from normal fiscal channels and shall not be misappropriated), and shall also assume the responsibility for the daily maintenance and management of the road after its completion.

Finally, Xu Damao also managed to secure some things for the Yellow River Group as compensation for the group's responsibility for the main road construction costs.

In essence, within the scope permitted by laws and policies, the Xiangdu County government will provide certain feasible preferential or convenient measures to the Yellow River Group's two projects in Xiangdu in terms of taxation and administrative fees (such as tax reductions or exemptions for a certain period of time, simplified approval procedures, etc.). The specific details will be determined by the county government in subsequent detailed discussions with the Yellow River Group under the supervision of the provincial working group.

Of course, the nearby villagers were also taken into consideration. The county encouraged the surrounding villagers to participate in the road construction on a voluntary basis by contributing their labor. The Yellow River Group could pay them according to local standards, which would not only increase the villagers' income but also solve the labor problem.

Afterwards, Xu Damao first called He Yuzhu to report the results. He Yuzhu laughed on the phone and said to Xu Damao, "Damao, you're just suited to be a factory manager or something in China. Didn't you handle this very well?"

"Brother, if someone had said that to me before I went to Hong Kong, I would have been ecstatic, but now..."

"Hahaha, you've got high standards, you're looking down on a factory."

"hey-hey."

"Get these two factories up and running first. There will be plenty of big projects that will require your attention later."

"clear."

"By the way, you should properly thank Director Zheng, Liao Wei, and Gao Dabao."

"Brother, do I look like someone who's doing this kind of work?"

"You've got some nerve, but there's one rule: you can't break the principles and let them make mistakes."

"Okay, brother. I've noticed you've become a bit long-winded these past two years. Is it because you're getting older?"

"Get lost, just wait until you get back and I'll teach you a lesson."

"I'll go back secretly," Xu Damao said with a smile.

After hanging up, Xu Damao called Liao Wei again, explained the situation, and then said that he would treat him to the best restaurant in the city when he had time. Liao Wei said that as long as there was good wine, he would be fine with it; he dared not go to those high-end places.

As for Gao Dabao, he knew the situation, but Xu Damao still expressed his gratitude and said that he must go to dinner next time he was invited, to which Gao Dabao agreed.

The matter of Xiangdu has been temporarily resolved, but it will take a considerable amount of time for the factory to be completed. He Yuzhu cannot foresee the problems that will arise at that time. However, there are two other matters that he needs to handle now.

First, the Grand Hyatt Hotel in New York is finally opening. To be honest, He Yuzhu was quite speechless; the speed of infrastructure construction is unparalleled.

Secondly, the patent issue on Wilson's side is still not progressing quickly, mainly due to geographical reasons. Both Singapore and Hong Kong are Chinese-populated areas.

Originally, He Yuzhu didn't plan to go to Junyue's place; either A Lang or Chen Sheng would be a good match. However, after Wilson approached him, he changed his mind.

"Boss, since that's the case, why don't we start a company in North America?"

“Tell me more about it,” He Yuzhu said.

"We're just putting on a show, acquiring a factory and setting up a lab so we can research other things. Anyway, it all belongs to the group."

“What you’re saying is one way to go, but the problem with this plan lies in the people,” He Yuzhu continued.

“I know that. You should take Thomas Reed with you. He’s done a great job here and is a good helper.”

"and then?"

"Then, boss, you should go to Singapore and meet with the Fairchild team. They should be very familiar with people in the industry. Ask them if they have any reliable people. Of course, you'll need to personally investigate whether they are reliable," Wilson said.

“Okay, I’ll think about your suggestion. It just so happens that the Grand Hyatt is about to open, and Alan Sheffield wants me to attend the opening ceremony.”

"That project has been dragging on for too long."

"There's nothing I can do; you know what the situation is like in New York."

"Boss, you should go over under a different identity. I think CA is still keeping an eye on this area." Wilson was like someone who had been bitten by a snake once and was afraid of ropes for ten years.

“I know, I’m just going to the ceremony to observe and support Allen Sheffield,” He Yuzhu nodded.

A week later, in the golden lobby of the Grand Hyatt New York, the champagne tower's shimmering light was reflected by the crystal chandeliers.

He Yuzhu attended the opening ceremony as "Clark Fang," a Chinese-American investor.

He Yuzhu's arrival gave Alan Sheffield confidence, but when Alan Sheffield raised his glass to He Yuzhu, it puzzled many people.

Alan Sheffield didn't care; his boss didn't want to attract attention anyway.

However, he was accompanied by a man named Thomas Reed, an English businessman who wanted to invest in North America.

"Mr. Reed is also interested in the semiconductor industry?"

"The future belongs to electronic products. Whoever controls silicon wafers will control the pulse of the world," Thomas Reed exclaimed dramatically.

“Mr. Reed has a keen eye. We can talk privately sometime.”

"no problem."

The next day in the conference room of Dongda University: Li Rui, the supervisor in charge of intelligence analysis, was sharing information: "Boss, according to your requirements, we have done a screening, and currently only three companies meet the requirements, namely Fairchild, National Semiconductor and AMD."

Below, I will explain in detail the problems they encountered and the advantages of our acquisition.

1. Fairchild Semiconductor's parent company, Schlumberger, has been excessively draining resources, its R&D has stagnated, it possesses a basic patent library, its wafer fab equipment can still be modified, and its team turnover rate of 40% makes it easy to attract talent at low prices.

Second, the bloated national semiconductor product line has led to continuous losses and a sharp drop in stock price. The country has a strong foundation in analog chip technology, stable government order channels, and shareholders are eager to cash out.

Third, AMD is embroiled in patent lawsuits with Intel, its cash flow is depleted, its design team is young and sharp, there is room for negotiation on x86 architecture licensing, and bankruptcy protection is imminent.

Zhao Feng, head of the investment department, added: "Judging from the situation this year, there are only a few companies. We either can't reach an agreement with others, or we have to pay a heavy price. The semiconductor market is currently undergoing a transformation, and we predict that there will be a leap forward in the later period."

“Not bad, you’ve developed a good eye over the past few years here.”

"Boss, you flatter me!" the two said in unison.

After reviewing the documents, He Yuzhu said directly, "Thomas, you take the lead, Li Rui and Zhao Feng, you cooperate. Don't use Dongda's name to switch to a company in the Cayman Islands. Prioritize contacting AMD and tell their creditors that we are willing to assume their debts, but we must obtain a patent cross-licensing agreement. As for Fairchild, give up. We couldn't reach an agreement before, and it probably won't work this time either."

"Understood!" Thomas nodded; he had been involved in the entire process of the previous acquisitions.

“We’re fine with it too.” Li Rui and Zhao Feng were a little excited. Things had been peaceful for the past few years, and they missed the days when their boss was around and they would go out and collect good things.

One week later, at AMD headquarters in Santa Clara, California.

Thomas pushed a document across the negotiating table: "$1.2 million in debt repayment, plus a $3000 million cash injection, in exchange for 55% equity and shared patent pool."

AMD founder Bernie Sanders, his veins bulging as he gripped the reports, exclaimed, "This is tantamount to handing the company over to you!"

“Or file for bankruptcy next week, and Intel will swallow your lab.” Thomas then opened a copy of the Wall Street Journal, the headline of which was Intel’s countersuit against AMD for patent infringement. “What we can promise is that the ‘AMD’ brand will be retained, and you will continue to be CEO.”

Sanders slumped backward.

On Christmas Eve 1979, the closing bell rang at the New York Stock Exchange.

AMD's announcement board has been updated: "A Cayman Islands company completes strategic investment; AMD's debt restructuring plan approved."

"Boss, we got AMD, and we also secured a Tier 2 license for the x86 architecture," Thomas reported over the transoceanic phone call. (The actual licensing agreement took place in 1982.)
He Yuzhu said, "We will split AMD's graphics adaptation unit team and move it to Singapore to establish a new laboratory with Fairchild people. The name of the laboratory will be Yellow River Chip Innovation."

"Boss, I'm afraid Sanders won't agree."

"If you don't agree now, just remove him as CEO and become a shareholder in peace."

"Also, boss, shall we not continue using the AMD brand?"

“Use it, why not use it? Otherwise, what’s the point of buying this company? Also, the patents for the Singapore project can be transferred to AMD for registration in batches. We need to manage the timing well.”

"Understood, boss."

How is the AMD team doing now?

"The situation is relatively stable. The debt has been resolved, and the momentum is still strong."

"Poach some people when appropriate, don't let your opponents have it so easy."

"Ok."

On New Year's Day in 1980, He Yuzhu's family welcomed an unexpected guest.

"Sir, President Liang of the Bank of China has arrived. He said he has important business to discuss and is waiting for you in the living room."

"Please invite him to the study."

"Yes, sir."

President Liang practically strode into He Yuzhu's study, his face beaming with barely suppressed excitement, a stark contrast to his usual composed demeanor.

"Mr. He! Great news! Incredible good news!"

"Please sit down, President Liang, have some tea and we can talk slowly." He Yuzhu poured President Liang a cup of tea.

President Liang, without even taking a sip of tea, sat down and said directly, "Mr. He, last year there was a very important meeting held at the higher-ups, and now the approval has come through! It's about establishing a pilot 'export special zone' in the Bao'an and Shekou areas! Although the official name and details are still under discussion, the general direction has been set! Your vision is truly accurate; how did you come up with the idea of ​​Bao'an?"

Could He Yuzhu say that I came from decades later? He could only say, "That place is closest to Hong Kong. Hong Kong is Chinese territory, so we are naturally one."

"Yes, yes, those who are not of our kind cannot be trusted!" President Liang exclaimed.

"So, what is President Liang here to discuss this time?"

"I estimate that the cooperation project that Mr. He proposed should be implemented soon. I just don't know about Mr. He's funds." "There's no need to worry about funds. Since I proposed it, I have the ability to do it. The problem now is how to cooperate."

"Besides ports and real estate, does Mr. He have any other areas he'd like to explore?"

"President Liang, are you suggesting I move all my assets back home?" He Yuzhu joked.

"Mr. He, please don't misunderstand. It's just that, really, there's a shortage of everything in China right now." President Liang no longer tried to hide anything.

“I understand that. The problem is when the policy will be implemented. Only when the policy is implemented can we talk about it,” He Yuzhu said.

"It should be soon, and this special zone should be directly administered."

"Oh? Just like Beijing, Tianjin, and Shanghai?"

"Yes, that's why I said Mr. He's vision is really accurate. This place can be predicted to become the next Shanghai."

"President Liang has a good eye too," He Yuzhu said with a smile.

"Mr. He, could you please consider this as well? We need both semiconductors and televisions."

"Yes, I will seriously consider it. However, I think we shouldn't take too big a step. The car factory and refrigerator factory are still under construction. If I build two more, will anyone have any objections?"

Are you worried about the Hong Kong government or something else?

“Both sides are involved. The situation is very delicate right now, and I might be the one who suffers if things go wrong,” He Yuzhu said.

"That was something I didn't consider."

"It's alright. President Liang can give me the latest information, and we will give a conclusion on whether or not to follow up after internal analysis."

"That's only right. I'll have my colleagues in China keep a close eye on this opportunity."

"Then trouble you."

"No trouble at all, no trouble at all. I was supposed to be off today, but I'm bothering you."

"Would you like to stay and have lunch with us?"

"No need, I have to see a few friends."

"Haha, okay, then we'll talk again when we have the chance." He Yuzhu knew exactly where he was going; it must be Huo Sheng and his people, and he had to notify them one by one.

In Hong Kong in March, the damp wind carries a hint of warmth.

He Yuzhu stood at the entrance of the restaurant, watching the people coming and going inside, his smile never fading.

Today is He Yushui's wedding day.

The groom's surname is Yang. He is a colleague of He Yushui in the laboratory, working in engineering physics, and is three years younger than her.

He didn't talk much. When he first met He Yuzhu, his hands were trembling a little. When He Yuzhu asked him if he smoked, he would look at He Yushui first, and only when He Yushui nodded would he take the cigarette.

He Yuzhu was still confused when he saw this scene; this honest man was completely controlled by his sister.

As he left, He Yuzhu simply patted him on the shoulder and said, "From now on, I'll be in charge of my family's rainwater."

"I will, Mr. He!" Xiao Yang nodded vigorously, his face turning bright red.

He Yuzhu watched his retreating figure and sighed inwardly, "That's it then."

He had also checked on this person. His family ran a small business, and his parents were honest people with no complicated backgrounds. That was good. Yushui was getting old and couldn't afford any more trouble.

When He Yushui asked him if she could marry him, he nodded, and then He Yushui smiled and then cried.

Today, He Yushui was wearing a red wedding dress. When He Yuzhu carried her out the door, she cried her eyes out and kept saying, "Brother, I can't bear to part with you!"

He Yuzhu felt as if a piece of his heart was missing.

"Brother, what are you thinking about?" He Yuyao asked He Yuzhu, who seemed a little lost in thought.

"It's nothing, I'm happy that your sister is getting married, isn't that enough?"

"I'm finally married," He Yuyao said.

"You little rascal, aren't you afraid your sister will hear you?" He Yuzhu said with a laugh.

"Hmph, as long as Third Brother and Fifth Brother don't betray me, who will know?"

"Excuse me, have you forgotten about me?" A woman's voice suddenly came from behind him, startling him.

"Sister Siyu, you walk so quietly, it's terrifying!" He Yuyao said.

"Quickly bribe me, or I'll tell on you."

"I'll be your best man at your wedding."

"Tch, I don't need you. Do you have any more?"

"I can't think of one, why don't you suggest one?"

"Okay, then you can carry me out the door when I get married." Wang Siyu blinked.

“No problem, the three of us can take turns carrying them,” He Yuyao said, hugging He Yuxin and He Yuyan.

"Then it's settled. Big brother will also carry it," Wang Siyu said with a smile.

"Are you planning to make us carry you to the groom's house?" He Yuzhu laughed.

"If I could, I would be happy to."

"I think Sister Siyu is trying to work the four of us brothers to death," He Yuyan said.

"Hahahaha." Everyone burst into laughter.

"What are you chatting about, you seem to be having a great time?" At this moment, Yu Zecheng and Wang Cuiping walked over.

“When your daughter gets married, the four of us will carry her to the groom’s house.”

"You silly girl, always coming up with such impractical ideas." Wang Cuiping tapped Wang Siyu's forehead.

"Then I won't get married." Wang Siyu hid behind Yu Zecheng and stuck out her tongue at Wang Cuiping.

"You dare!!!" Wang Cuiping was about to roll up her sleeves and grab her.

"Dad, look at Mom!"

“Good girl, you can’t not get married. When your mother was your age, you were already in school.” Yu Zecheng patted his daughter’s head.

"Oh dear, I just got my hair done yesterday, and I'm going to be a bridesmaid later," Wang Siyu said reproachfully.

“Why aren’t you staying inside as a bridesmaid? What are you doing running out here?” Wang Cuiping said.

"I came out for some fresh air because I was bored. Sister Yushui is too talkative. My sister-in-law is inside to keep her company," Wang Siyu said.

"What is my sister nagging about again?" He Yuyao asked quickly.

"It's always the same thing: she doesn't want to get married anymore. But I can tell she's secretly delighted. She's practically grinning from ear to ear. Only my sister-in-law can put up with her," Wang Siyu said.

"Hahahaha!" Wang Siyu's words drew a burst of good-natured laughter from the crowd.

Just then, a festive sound of gongs, drums, and suonas came from inside the restaurant, drowning out the noise outside.

"The time has come!" someone inside shouted.

He Yuzhu's smile deepened, tinged with a touch of emotion.

He straightened his clothes and said to his brothers and Yu Zecheng and his wife, "Let's go, it's time to go in and watch the ceremony."

The group entered the restaurant lobby.

The lobby was decorated in a festive atmosphere, with red silk hanging high and a huge double "囍" character pasted in the center.

The guests gathered together, filled with laughter and joy.

The groom, Yang Jiadong, dressed in a brand-new long gown and wearing a top hat, stood in front of the hall, looking nervously and expectantly towards the entrance.

Supported by two blessed ladies, He Yushui, with a red veil covering her face, was led slowly to the front of the hall by her eldest nephew, He Yaozu.

Seated at the head of the table were He Daqing, Chen Lanxiang, and Yang Jiadong's parents. Chen Lanxiang had clearly just been crying, as her makeup was a bit smudged. He Daqing, on the other hand, was all smiles. His precious daughter was finally getting married. He had been looking forward to this moment since his daughter was a child, but he never imagined that he would have to wait for so many decades.

The red silk in He Yushui's hands was solemnly handed to the groom, and then the master of ceremonies chanted, "First bow to Heaven and Earth," "Second bow to the parents," and "Husband and wife bow to each other."

He Daqing and Chen Lanxiang sat in the high seats, watching their daughter's wedding. Their eyes were filled with both joy and reluctance. Chen Lanxiang shed tears again, not knowing whether it was from happiness or reluctance.

After the ceremony, the master of ceremonies loudly announced, "Send them to the bridal chamber!" (In the traditional simplified procedure, the bride would be taken to the back to rest for a while before coming out to toast the guests.)

Amidst enthusiastic applause and blessings, He Yushui was escorted away from the main hall by her bridesmaids.

He Yuyao nudged He Yuxin with his elbow and whispered, "See, Third Brother, your brother-in-law is so nervous he's moving his hands and feet in unison!"

He Yuxin nodded, suppressing a laugh.

He Yuyan said, "Fourth brother, you're talking too much again. Be careful that our sister finds out, or you'll drag all of us brothers down with you."

"You've got quite the talkative one lately, haven't you? You've really grown up," He Yuyao said.

"Not convinced? We can have a practice session sometime," He Yuyan said with a smile.

“Let’s practice then. I want to see what you’ve learned at the Bald Eagle’s military academy,” He Yuyao said.

"Are you two asking for trouble?" He Yuzhu's voice came from behind them.

"No, no!" the two chuckled awkwardly.

"Alright, take your seats. Keep an eye on your brother-in-law, make sure he doesn't get drunk."

The group whispered among themselves, "We're being lenient by not forcing him to drink."

He Yuzhu was too lazy to care anymore. Let him be drunk, let the girl worry about it.

“Go, carry Madam over there, and Grandpa too. I think you guys are just too idle.”

"okay!"

(End of this chapter)