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Victor's eyes widened, his face filled with surprise and anticipation.

Surprisingly, one of the high-ranking commanders actually liked to drink Coca-Cola!

Although it was only mentioned as "like", it's still something that someone has brought up.

So it's not just about liking it, but about keeping drinking it because you like it.

However, due to the Cold War between the United States and the Soviet Union, the import of decadent beverages was prohibited.

As a high-ranking official in the Ministry of Commerce, Victor was well aware of matters that involved his job duties.

Anyone who dares to drink it will have their future ruined if word gets out.

That's why I was so surprised to hear this news; someone actually dared to break the rules.

If China truly develops the capacity to produce Coca-Cola, then it can be imported from China.

At this juncture of US-Soviet confrontation, even in order to win over its little brother in the East, it would agree to import.

Only through deeper cooperation can we bind that little brother from the East to our side.

What Victor wanted to know most at that moment was who that general was.

I hope that if I know who it is in advance, I can proactively report the matter before the cooperation begins.

They repackaged what was originally bilateral trade as helping the general find cola.

If he were truly a high-ranking general, then it would be equivalent to currying favor with him and securing a powerful patron.

With this person's support, maybe in two years we can try to move up another step.

At the same time, I finally understand the reason for today's banquet.

On the surface, it was a reunion of old friends, but in reality, it was a test of my attitude as a senior executive in the Ministry of Commerce.

Then, he would personally ask the general to facilitate the cooperation.

After all, in today's environment, cola is banned and is considered the root of all evil, labeled with the word "decadent."

To loosen restrictions, a powerful figure must step forward.

My position as a high-ranking official in the Ministry of Commerce is not enough.

Du Hengtai's target was that general of sufficient stature.

The drinking and gifting of the watch were all tests!

Everyone here is intelligent, and Victor figured out the whole thing after just a little thought.

However, he wasn't angry.

On the contrary, the fact that they were able to find themselves here shows that they have face and importance.

Otherwise, why not go find someone else?

Furthermore, they are eager to use this collaboration to make contact with that important figure.

In the adult world, only interests matter!

Seeing that the other party already understood, Du Hengtai decided not to keep him in suspense any longer.

Since you're asking for help, there are some things you should definitely tell them.

I turned my head and saw that everyone else was clinking glasses and exchanging toasts.

The two subordinates he brought with him were also attracting the attention of others, making the whole private room noisy.

He then whispered a name in her ear.

In an instant, Victor's eyes widened and his mouth opened so wide it could fit two eggs!

His lips trembled as he stammered, "No...no way!?"

Although he said he didn't believe it, he clearly lacked confidence.

Deep down, I already believed it.

After all, that person has a very high status, and no one would dare to fabricate something without solid evidence.

Especially considering Du Hengtai's identity, he is a foreigner.

If someone spreads rumors about this kind of thing, then they are suspected of being a spy who falsely accuses high-ranking officials.

So Victor was shocked, and although he said it was impossible, he actually believed it in his heart.

The two have known each other for many years and understand each other's personalities well, so they wouldn't joke about such things.

To convince the other party, Du Hengtai decided to tell them more about the future information.

Lowering his voice, he whispered in her ear, "Although the Coca-Cola Company was rejected when it tried to enter the Soviet market, they did not give up."

After some investigation, it was discovered that the general had a particular fondness for cola and drank it every day.

So they specially sent him Coca-Cola through a secret channel.

Moreover, to avoid suspicion, they deliberately diluted the cola to make it colorless, like water.

Then they put it in bottles and delivered it disguised as spirits.

So even if you drink it in public, people will at most think it's vodka.

Because in people's minds, cola is dark brown.

Who would have thought that this water-like liquid was actually cola!

Du Hengtai paused, waiting for the other party to process the information.

Judging from the other person's shocked expression, they were clearly quite shaken.

Judging from his wide eyes, you could tell that he had chosen to believe.

He immediately added, "Although making cola colorless makes it less likely to be detected."

But if it gets discovered, things will get really bad!

The Coca-Cola Company specially modified the product before sending it over; some things are better left unsaid!

If you can help me find legally imported Coca-Cola, how do you think the general will reward you?

As for the source of the information, just say that someone from the Coca-Cola company accidentally revealed it.

Since you're from the Ministry of Commerce, it's normal for you to have contact with people from the Coca-Cola company.

When the general finds out from the Coca-Cola company, he'll be even more satisfied with your performance!

You not only helped him find his favorite cola, but you also eliminated a potential problem for him.

With this connection, a promotion to minister in a couple of years isn't out of the question!

Few people can resist the temptation of that last sentence.

Victor's eyes lit up, and his mind began to work.

If this cooperation goes through, it will not only add to our record of achievements, but also allow us to make connections with a general. Why not?

Du Hengtai watched coldly as his old friend became interested.

He immediately gave a wink.

The staff nearby immediately brought over a wooden box.

Inside were bottles of cola.

Of course, the machines from the new China have only just arrived, and the taste still needs time to be adjusted.

Therefore, at the earliest, it will be a month before it can officially start production.

These Coca-Cola bottles were brought over from the modern world by Chen Huai'an and Lin Wan.

I believe that once the chemical experts here have adjusted it, the taste should be the same as in later generations.

Du Hengtai's assistant took out a bottle opener and opened a bottle for everyone.

Instantly, a chorus of surprised and delighted sounds erupted from the private room.

Everyone drank their sweet cola, their faces full of reminiscence.

However, each person was only given one bottle; no more was given, and they were not allowed to take any with them.

Such a sensitive drink is fine to drink in the private room; we wouldn't dare let them take it away.

To avoid being reported and causing unnecessary trouble.

We prepared Moutai for them, so they didn't go back empty-handed.

Victor sipped his cola, then couldn't help but smack his lips: "Tsk tsk, the cola made in China tastes better than the American one!"

After more than seventy years of continuous improvement, the taste is naturally better than it is now.

The meal lasted until midnight before everyone left, completely satisfied.

When they left, each person had an extra case of Moutai liquor in the back of their carriage.

A truck was following behind Victor's car.

They will send all twenty cases of Coke to his house.

The Coca-Cola was shipped from the modern era, so all the labels were scraped off, and the wooden crates were also from that time.

There were also Chinese characters written on the outside of the box.

In this way, even if someone sees it, there will be an explanation.

……

The next day at noon

Victor drove the car, while the driver took the small truck straight to the general's house.