Gold Rush Starts in the Bering Sea

After Ada and Hart arrived, the drilling team became quite lively.

Barbecue, beer, they got it all sorted out.

Especially when supplies ran out, the two drove out to buy more, completely taking on the role of logistics staff.

Little Hart even got a stereo system, and every night he would play music, light a campfire, eat barbecue, and drink beer.

This led Connor to secretly approach Jason, wanting to get some money back.

Jason was left both amused and exasperated.

Time flies, and two weeks have passed in the blink of an eye.

At the last exploration site, the faint sounds of ore washing machines, bulldozers, and excavators could be heard.

We're very close to where Nobel and his team are mining.

As the drilling rig roared, drilling began at the last drilling point.

"How's it going? The results are all in, right?" Albert, who had arrived at some point, looked at the drilling rig and asked Jason.

Although he was asking Jason, his attention was entirely on the drilling rig.

He had always believed that his gold mining business was already quite successful.

This year, in particular, Albert seized the opportunity and took the family gold rush business a big step forward, which made him, who is nearly fifty years old, feel proud.

But after arriving in Australia and witnessing the gold rush business there, that sense of pride vanished completely.

Compared to the entire Australian gold mining industry, this mine is just a small one. Even so, the various large machines and the large ore washing machines that operate 24 hours a day have broadened his horizons.

Jason handed the survey results to Albert, saying, "The results are almost complete; only this last drilling point remains."

Before Albert could even take it, Lillian intercepted it, already wearing glasses and intently flipping through the pages.

As for Ellie, that little girl, she was "locked" to Ada's side and kept a close watch on her. After all, there were quite a few machines here, and she was afraid that something might happen.

Brent and Andy also arrived here, awaiting the results of the final drilling site.

The Harts and their sons sat to one side, smoking and eating the roast meat that Ada had prepared.

Swail, Ronaldo, and Nobe gathered together, smoking cigars and chatting, the air thick with the smell of smoke.

The three members of the photography crew, including Cass, kept filming, recording Jason's historic moment.

Two hours later, the equipment stopped working completely. Connor placed the cleaned gold into a small sealed bag, attached it to the corresponding position, and handed the freshly produced detection results to Jason.

"Estimated mineral content: 7000-7500 ounces; mining difficulty: low; estimated mining cost: 100 million cubic meters (equipment costs: including estimated damage and repair costs)."

Labor costs: Unknown

Fuel cost: Unknown

"Subsequent environmental restoration costs: 15-20 USD"

Minimum number of personnel required for mining: five.

"Estimated mining period per year: approximately ten months"

"Water source: sufficient"

"Geological Structure: Geological Structure Related to Greenstone Belts"

Recommended mining method: Open-pit mining

"Golden distribution depth: 8-17 meters"

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The entire exploration report was very detailed, not only determining the estimated gold content underground, but also taking into account many factors, providing Jason with a reference basis.

As Jason was reviewing the report, Nobel walked over and said with a smile, "Jason, what do you think? My mine is pretty good, isn't it?"

Jason didn't say anything, but handed the report in his hand to Nobel, gesturing for him to take a look.

"Nobel, I think we should talk about the cost of your mine."

Yes, Jason made up his mind. What gave him confidence was not only the drilling report, but also his own exploration capabilities.

The drilling results were not much different from those given by Nobel, but a machine is a machine after all, and can only be analyzed based on the existing drilling results, while some gold-rich locations were not drilled.

During this time, Jason also ran all over the entire mining area, using his detection capabilities to thoroughly explore the entire area.

"More than 12,000 ounces!"

These are Jason's own findings!

Therefore, Jason must take over this mine!

Jason's words made Nobe burst out laughing, and he immediately invited Jason, "Haha, come on, let's go to the office to talk in detail."

After settling the bill with Connor and his group, and telling Ada to treat Connor's exploration team to a proper welcome, the group drove with Nobel to the mine's office.

"Nobel, 2.5 million US dollars, I won't lower your price. However, you need to leave the excavators and bulldozers in the mine. I'll buy the ore washing machine for you for 300,000 US dollars."

"The total cost is 280 million US dollars!"

Jason's words were firm and decisive; he didn't haggle with Nobel over the price anymore, wanting only to finalize the deal as soon as possible.

Nobel paused for a moment, then bargained, "300 million US dollars, and I'll leave you all the machinery in the mine."

"Impossible!" Jason refused outright.

"Based on the current detected gold content, I still need to bear the mining costs and labor expenses. Even if all the gold is mined, my profit will be pitifully low!"

"Moreover, this is just an estimated gold content; nobody knows the exact amount, and I will have to bear all the risks."

"So, there's no room for negotiation!"

The entire conference room fell silent. Nobel lowered his head in thought, frowning, and remained silent.

Lillian, Albert, and the others who sat down on one side also remained silent, waiting quietly.

Brent and Andy, Jason's employees, were also pounding with excitement. If Nobel agreed, it would mean that their gold rush careers would take a big step forward!

"290 million US dollars, that's my bottom line," Nobel said through gritted teeth, looking resolute, which almost made Jason burst out laughing.

His acting was so fake. If $290 million was his bottom line, he wouldn't have hesitated for so long when he quoted $280 million.

"280 million US dollars, Nobel, this is my final offer. If you don't agree, then I can only apologize." Jason remained firm and made a move to leave.

Nobel quickly stopped Jason, gritted his teeth, hesitated for a long time, and finally said with a troubled look, "Okay, 280 million US dollars."

"Okay, let's sign the contract tomorrow. I'll be waiting for you at the hotel in town." Jason smiled as he shook hands with Nobel.

Jason knew that the price could still be reduced if he wanted to, but he felt it was too much trouble and didn't want to waste any more time with Nobel.

After watching Jason and the others drive away, Nobel stood at the entrance of the mine, clenched his fist, and muttered "yes" under his breath.

His target price has always been $250 million, but he wanted more, though he didn't succeed.

But to his surprise, Jason paid an extra 30 US dollars, bringing the price to 280 million US dollars, far exceeding his expectations!

As for the equipment at the mine, Nobel couldn't possibly transport it there, since his next mine was too far away, and the shipping costs would be considerable.

Nobel had originally included the price of these devices in the mining costs, though he hadn't explicitly stated it. But in the end, it did indeed bring him a pleasant surprise.

On the other side.

Brent turned on the car stereo, and instantly rousing music filled the car.

"Jason, you're amazing, amazing!" Brent shouted excitedly as his pent-up emotions burst forth.

"Holy crap!"

Brent's shout startled Jason, who shuddered and almost cursed out loud.

Jason retorted irritably, "Brent, I know I'm awesome, but this is my mine. What's with all the fuss?"

"Jason, do you need manpower at the mine?"

"Am I going to work in the mine?"

"Aren't you going to pay me my salary?"

"Should I be happy?"

Brent didn't wait for Jason's reply and immediately launched into a four-question barrage.

"Actually," Jason said hesitantly, a look of conflict on his face, "it's not like I can't live without you."

"No!" Brent cried out. "Jason, you're joking, right? Well, let me tell you, your joke isn't funny at all."

Jason joked, "Maybe it's true~"

"No, Jason, this isn't real, it can't be real, right?"

Brent got anxious.

Seeing that Jason was about to take a step up and a wonderful life was about to beckon him, he didn't want to be kicked out of the team by Jason at this time.

"Slap!" Andy slapped Brent on the back of the head, unable to hide his amusement, and said, "Brent, I'll miss you."

No!

Brent felt that snowflakes should be falling at this moment to reflect his current mood.

"Alright, alright, that's enough," Jason said, turning off the stereo and becoming much more serious.

"As you can see, this mine cost a fortune."

"But it's true that we're short-staffed, so you'll have to work hard during this period."

Andy nodded, his face also solemn.

Brent asked timidly, "So, Jason, you're not firing me?"

The serious atmosphere was instantly shattered by that one sentence. Jason was helpless and laughed in exasperation: "Brent, that was just a joke, you know what a joke is?"

"I understand, I understand," Brent chuckled.

He nodded his head like a chick pecking at rice. He wasn't stupid; he just wanted a clear answer from Jason.