My girlfriend is from 1949

The atmosphere in the private room underwent a subtle change.

The atmosphere, which was originally relaxed and casual, has become serious, though not exactly tense.

If Chen Huai'an knew Zhou Liming's identity, he naturally wouldn't be so wary.

The seemingly casually placed hand was already gripping the gap on the back of the chair.

It's about being on guard, so that if the other party is a spy, we can effectively retaliate.

After all, Chen Huai'an didn't have the ability to see into the heavens, so he didn't know whether the other party was from the National Security Bureau, the Public Security Bureau, or a foreign spy.

We can only remain vigilant and respond to any changes with constancy.

The reason for such vigilance is that there are too many spies lurking in the country.

Everyone in China knows that experts and scholars are very cautious in their speech.

Especially when speaking in public, they are extremely careful with their words.

I will never say anything unless I am absolutely certain.

An expert was able to tell the media that there were 50 spies hiding in the country.

This shows that he has sufficient data to support his conclusions and that he dares to make such a judgment.

Moreover, given the experts' cautious nature, even if they were to speak out, they would likely be relatively conservative.

Therefore, the real numbers are only more terrifying!

This only includes the number of spies; the number of traitors who were bribed is even greater!

Over the years of brainwashing, a group of anti-China elements has even been cultivated.

They don't need to give them any benefits; they'll betray their country because of their worship of foreign things.

Especially on the internet today, anti-China and anti-China rhetoric is no longer something to be faked.

Patriotism has become a mistake, and has been labeled with all sorts of mocking titles.

In this environment, you can't be too careful.

Zhou Liming also keenly sensed the change in atmosphere, but for a moment, he didn't know why the other party was so tense.

From his perspective, there are security concerns.

It's also possible that it's because they want to keep it a secret.

There are all sorts of possibilities, so it's hard to say for sure what the reason is.

Zhou Liming placed his hands on the table, trying to convey that he had no other intentions.

He said in a warm voice, "Boss Chen, we sincerely want to cooperate."

Chen Huai'an squinted, carefully observing the changes in the middle-aged man's expression.

It seems that one has to judge whether something is true or false from micro-expressions?

Lin Wan's expression remained calm, as if she didn't sense the tense atmosphere at all.

He said with a smile, "Oil is a state-controlled commodity, and we are not yet qualified to import it."

Domestic companies have very high requirements for importing oil.

Enterprises must have the right to use a crude oil water transport terminal with a capacity of no less than 5 tons and the right to use crude oil storage tanks with a capacity of no less than 20 cubic meters.

The bank credit line must be no less than RMB 140 million, and there must be at least two professionals engaged in international oil trade.

Furthermore, the import of crude oil requires approval from the national industry regulatory authority to use imported crude oil, and application materials must be submitted to the provincial commerce authority.

Ultimately, their trading company does not meet these requirements.

Therefore, refusing is reasonable and legal.

It's impossible to cooperate until we figure out their identities.

If the other party is a foreign spy, then their cooperation would be considered treason, and they would be so desperate they would want to die!

Even if the other party produces identification and claims to be from the police or national security, it's impossible to believe them.

For spies, forging documents is far too easy.

She would have been exposed and captured long ago while she was hiding behind enemy lines!

Therefore, refusal is the best response.

We'll begin the investigation after we leave.

Lin Wan hesitated for a moment, then tentatively said, "Even if we have connections in Africa and can get cheap crude oil, we can't transport it in; we can only send it to a third country."

These words are tantamount to admitting that there are ways to buy crude oil at low prices.

However, without the necessary permits to bring them in, they can only be sent to other countries for storage or transshipment.

If the other party agrees to ship it to a third party first, then it is undoubtedly a spy!

Lu Tong said with a smile, "As long as you have a way to buy crude oil at a low price, we'll take care of the domestic problems!"

His voice was full of confidence, as if he were talking about something as simple as drinking water or eating.

"You guys have some pretty unconventional methods!"

Lin Wan made a lighthearted joke, conveying a sense of relief.

He abruptly asked, "Who is the buyer of the crude oil we're purchasing?"

Zhou Liming smiled and instructed, "Xiao Lu, take the purchase authorization form to Miss Lin for review."

Lu Tong nodded and took a folder out of her bag.

It was spread out and placed on the table.

Lin Wan and Chen Huai'an looked surprised when they saw the first name on the list and the official seal at the bottom of the power of attorney.

According to this letter of authorization, the buyer is Sinopec!

This is a central state-owned enterprise, directly managed by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council.

If this letter of authorization is genuine, then Zhou Liming and Lu Tong's identities will be obvious!

Only the Ministry of State Security or the Public Security Bureau can issue a purchase authorization letter under the pretext of handling a case.

If the case is solved, this letter of authorization can be returned.

If the other party can secure more favorable crude oil prices and avoid being held hostage by the government, the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC) would be happy to cooperate.

It's always good to have more partners for such an important strategic resource as crude oil.

After all, the international situation is very unstable right now. Who knows if the sellers we cooperated with before will cut off trade due to interference from external forces?

Without crude oil, airplanes, aircraft carriers, warships, and submarines will all be grounded!

Moreover, the consequences extend to daily chemical products.

For example, stockings, which are loved by both men and women.

It is made of synthetic fibers, mainly nylon and spandex, and its basic chemical raw materials are ethylene and propylene produced by naphtha cracking.

Therefore, the government will absolutely support any additional avenue for purchasing resources!

If the buyer is Sinopec, then there is naturally no issue of being unable to enter the country.

in the country, applying for purchase eligibility requires multiple levels of approval.

However, selling to a state-owned enterprise would be far too easy.

As long as the price is right and the quality is acceptable, it's fine.

Zhou Liming observed their reactions and asked with a smile, "With Sinopec backing you, you don't need to worry about the paperwork, right? As long as the price is right, you can take as much as you can get!"

Chen Huai'an swallowed hard, and loosened his grip on the back of the chair.

As long as it's a purchase made on behalf of the government, then it's not an enemy.

He is willing to contribute to solving the country's energy problems.

He pondered for a moment and said, "How about two million tons for our first collaboration?"

Whoa!

This time, Zhou Liming and Lu Tong were startled.

Unexpectedly, the other party asked for two million tons!

The largest oil tanker currently in operation is 485 meters long and can carry up to 55 tons of oil at a time!

In other words, even using the world's largest oil tankers, four of them would be needed simultaneously.

I was worried that they wouldn't be able to get any crude oil, but they came out with a bombshell right away!

Zhou Liming blinked, feeling a sense of happiness coming too suddenly.

If things really go according to plan, maybe next year we'll have another flower on our shoulders!