Chapter 143 Money is negotiated
Chapter 143 Money is negotiated
"Trouble?" Wu Jingzhong frowned.
"yes.
"According to Zhang Cuiting's confession, his nephew's Longdong Company is backed by Song Ziliang of Jinshan International Trade.
"Mr. Song has sent a cousin named Yin to Jinhai to take charge.
“He said he wanted to fight with Zhi You.
"Teacher, this is Mrs. Jiang's biological brother."
Yu Zecheng said with a worried look on his face.
"Song Ziliang!
"Damn, this world is so small. I can run into the Song family even when I'm selling wine."
Wu Jingzhong gritted his teeth in anger.
"Jiyou, what do you think?" He turned and looked at Hong Zhiyou.
Hong Zhiyou hesitated for a moment and said, "Teacher, don't worry.
"I think the ones who are concerned now are the Song family.
"Jianfeng is going to Shanghai. As the leading corrupt families, the Kong and Song families will definitely have to tone down their edge for now.
“Just imagine, they really want to cause trouble.
"Why would you gamble with me on price?
“So, I think this is worth discussing.”
"We have to be careful. The Song siblings are more difficult to deal with than Kong Xiangxi. If we are not careful enough, we could lose our heads at any time." Wu Jingzhong said.
“Understood, I will go talk to Mr. Yin.
"Right now."
Hong Zhiyou never drags his feet when doing things.
"Pick out a few nice gifts. If that doesn't work, we won't sell this wine." Wu Jingzhong gritted his teeth and went for it.
It's not that he was so angry that he lost his mind.
But the other party is too powerful.
Not to mention killing yourself with just one finger, it's very easy to become half dead.
"Teacher, please don't.
“The winery is its own business and now has healthy cash flow turnover.
“This is a treasure bowl, how can you just give it away as you say?
"As the saying goes, it's good to lean on a big tree for shade. If we can't afford to offend him, we'll just work for him.
"As long as there is money to be made, that's fine."
Hong Zhiyou comforted him kindly.
"Yes, teacher.
“I don’t know much about business.
"But we have to discuss everything together. We have so many American weapons. They were all obtained by my wife from the Americans.
“Big people have their own difficulties.
“The little people have their own way of survival.
"Let's talk."
Yu Zecheng echoed.
"Okay, then go and talk to this Yin now." Wu Jingzhong said.
"Teacher, how should we deal with Zhang Cuiting?" Yu Zecheng asked.
"Let's go to Shuitun Prison first.
"Find a few more newspapers and publicize his scandals, especially his collaboration with the Japanese.
"Let the court go through the process and pick a date to execute him."
For people who have committed such a serious taboo, Wu Jingzhong can make a decision without asking for instructions.
"clear."
Yu Zecheng turned around and returned to the interrogation room.
"What's up, did Mr. Yin speak?" Zhang Cuiting floated up again.
"Do you think Song Ziliang will recognize you?
"opinionated.
“Who do you think you are?
"take away!"
Yu Zecheng waved his hand and someone immediately took Zhang Cuiting into the car.
Go straight to Shuitun Prison.
Liao Sanmin was already waiting at the door.
"Commander Liao, long time no see." Yu Zecheng greeted.
"Zhang Cuiting is a celebrity in Jinhai. How should we arrange for her?" Liao Sanmin smiled and glanced at the embarrassed "Prince Zhang".
“That must be a special supervisor.
"After all, she is the Empress Dowager's man."
Yu Zecheng said with a smile.
"Take him away, Special Inspector No. 13, and serve him well." Liao Sanmin ordered.
Immediately, a burly jailer dragged Zhang Cuiting in.
"Director Yu, let's go and have some tea."
Liao Sanmin put his hands in his pockets, and the two of them came to the quiet courtyard.
"How is it? Is this place clean now?" Yu Zecheng asked.
“Well, after we eliminated the Military Control Commission’s spies last time, this group of people is now basically under control.
"Shuitun Prison can really let it go now."
Liao Sanmin nodded and smiled.
“I went to Jingling a few days ago and saw Shopkeeper Qiu from afar.
“He’s in good spirits now.
“Just have to use a wheelchair.
“But the organization probably won’t assign him any more work.
"It can only be used as an emergency chess piece."
Pour some tea, he said.
"Oh, what a pity.
"Damn Ma Kui!" Yu Zecheng sighed.
Shopkeeper Qiu was his first leader and comrade since he went undercover.
It is true that his brief special agent training and ideological enlightenment in Yancheng did not really transform him.
Even, because of the clumsiness of the Jinhai Prefectural Committee.
Yu Zecheng once doubted the organization's capabilities in certain areas.
However, Shopkeeper Qiu strengthened his faith and strength with his blood.
Let him have his own spiritual totem.
sublimation.
uplifting.
Indestructible!
“By the way, when will the transportation station in Jinhai be built?
"There is a lot of intelligence in Tianjin and Beijing, especially in the northeast, that I can't send out."
Yu Zecheng frowned.
"It is impossible for the higher-ups to give up the important place of Jinhai.
“There will definitely be some planning.
“Don’t rush this, be patient.
"You have to trust the wisdom of Mr. Wu and Mr. Ke. They will figure it out."
Liao Sanmin comforted him.
"Yeah." Yu Zecheng nodded.
"By the way, Yuan Peilin, the dual-line leader in Peking, is planning to convene an underground meeting between Peking and Tianjin to redistribute work and tasks.
"Of course, we met alone.
"We use a new type of coded message call.
"You should have heard it on the radio last night."
Liao Sanmin asked.
"You are the pebble, and I am Mount Emei.
"We have two geese, and now there are so many people waiting for us to slaughter them.
“When I was training in Yanbian before.
"King Ke said that if the situation is unfavorable, you have the right to remain silent.
“My advice is that we all stay put.
"Wait patiently for the secret code contact from Kegong Line 1."
The rest will become the Tao.
“I’ll listen to you.
“Just pretend you didn’t hear the call.
“By the way, Huang Zhong and Jiang Aimei have already handed over their responsibilities today.
“Zuo Lan and General Deng Ming handed it over personally.
"Now that they and Shopkeeper Qiu are gone, you and I are safe for the time being."
Liao Sanmin poured him a cup of tea, looking a little relaxed.
“I’m overthinking.
“Ma Kui, the stationmaster, and Lu Qiaoshan, they hold an important secret between them.
“I don’t know if it’s a person or something else.
“They kept their mouth shut about this matter, and even Hong Zhiyou couldn’t find out anything.
“This move is either aimed at Zuo Lan or at me.
“It could be you, too.
"The thieves are determined to destroy us, so we must not be careless."
Yu Zecheng reminded with a headache.
This matter was like a sword hanging over his head.
If he doesn't find out the truth one day, he will be unable to sleep or eat.
"Ok.
"Then you should be careful. It seems that Wu Jingzhong still doesn't trust you." Liao Sanmin said.
“He would never trust anybody.
“Including Hong Zhiyou.
"At present, Jinhai Station is peaceful, but we don't know what will happen in the future."
Yu Zecheng smiled bitterly.
"Old Yu, you look obviously older recently."
“It’s okay, you can practice Qigong.
"This thing strengthens the body and is good for sleep."
Liao Sanmin looked at the few white hairs growing on his temples and couldn't help but worry.
“It’s no use.
“I’m careful and cautious.
"gone."
Yu Zecheng picked up his briefcase, stood up and left.
……
Lishun Hotel.
Yin Zhuoran shook his wine glass and looked coldly at the embarrassed Zhao Chuncheng opposite him.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Yin.
"I failed to protect this small piece of land in Jinhai."
Zhao Chuncheng smiled bitterly.
"Wu Jingzhong and his secretary were selling fake wine.
“There are also garrisons and foreigners acting as agents.
“I can’t beat them at all.”
He took a gulp of the scarlet wine and continued to complain.
“It’s really tricky to have an American man getting involved, and he’s the deputy commander at that.
"Besides, Wu Jingzhong has just made new contributions and Jianfeng values him very much." It is inappropriate to use political suppression measures at this time.
“But don’t panic.
“Isn’t there an agreement to sell wine?
“How many bottles of foreign liquor can Jinhai consume in a month? The company purchases Hennessy three times the amount. If Jinhai can’t sell it, we can at least give it away.
“He sells ten-dollar stuff.
“I sell it for one dollar, and I don’t believe that I can’t bring down a small Renji.
"It's just one month. This little money is nothing to the head office and Mr. Song.
"But for Ren Ji and Wu Jingzhong, it was bloody painful."
A sneer appeared on Yin Zhuoran's slightly thin mouth.
"Very good.
“With the support of the head office, it is only a matter of time before I can take back the liquor market in Jinhai.
"Mr. Yin, there is one more thing I would like to ask you for help with."
Zhao Chuncheng was an old acquaintance of his, so he didn't act too reserved.
"What's the matter?" Yin Zhuoran asked.
"My uncle..."
Zhao Chuncheng wanted to speak.
On second thought, since my uncle is involved in Ke Chengwu's matter, wouldn't it be stupid for me to plead for him now?
"What's wrong with Mr. Zhang?" Yin Zhuoran asked.
“Oh, it’s okay.
“He just wanted to collect some antiques.
"Thinking about all the things that have happened recently, it's better not to mention such a refined thing."
Zhao Chuncheng waved his hand.
"Yeah." Yin Zhuoran nodded with satisfaction.
As the two were talking, Hong Zhiyou walked in and his eyes fell on the man opposite Zhao Chuncheng.
This person is about forty years old, with fair skin, well-maintained, and quite noble.
There is no doubt that he must be a person who lives a life of luxury.
He stepped forward and asked with a gentle smile, "Excuse me, are you Mr. Yin Zhuoran from Longdong Company?"
"I am." Yin Zhuoran nodded in a deep voice but did not stand up.
"Hong Zhiyou, what are you doing here?" Zhao Chuncheng looked panicked.
"Mr. Yin, can we chat alone?" Hong Zhiyou asked.
“Hong Zhi has?
"Hehe, do you know who I am?
"You're so brave that you actually came to my door."
Yin Zhuoran sneered.
"No way, the purpose of life is just to earn some money for drinking.
“Making money will come naturally.”
Hong Zhi looked at him with eyes as calm as water.
"Mr. Yin, what's the point of talking to such a villain?
"Just let him go."
Zhao Chuncheng had something on his mind and interrupted the conversation.
“Boss Yin.
“I think Mr. Ziliang asked you to come to Jinhai, no matter what means he used, in the final analysis, he wanted to create profits and make money.
“Since everyone wants to make money, why don’t we sit down and talk?”
Hong Zhiyou simply ignored Zhao Chuncheng and spoke calmly.
"Can.
"Please upstairs!"
Yin Zhuoran was a man who had seen the world, and he had to admit that he was impressed by Hong Zhiyou's calmness and composure.
This young man is not simple.
Maybe having a chat wouldn't be a bad thing.
A businessman.
Ultimately, it’s about making money and talking about money.
Arrived at the private room upstairs.
Zhao Chuncheng shamelessly wanted to follow in, but was stopped by the bodyguard at the door.
Entered the house.
Yin Zhuoran sat on the sofa, crossed his legs and looked at him:
"Mr. Hong, tell me your ideas on making money."
"I brought two bottles of wine and would like to invite Mr. Yin to taste them." Hong Zhiyou opened the bag in his hand.
There are two bottles of foreign liquor inside.
They are all axe brands.
He asked for four cups.
Pour two cups of each.
"Mr. Yin, try this first." Hong Zhiyou raised the glass and took a sip to indicate that it was non-toxic.
"Easy to say."
Yin Zhuoran then took a small sip.
“This is the French Hennessy Axe brand.
“To be honest, the taste is light and the purity is slightly low, which is not suitable for Oriental people who are used to drinking white wine.
“Don’t look at those upper-class pretentious people.
"But privately, they don't like this kind of wine that is more suitable for ladies. Instead, they will choose cherries with a purer taste."
Yin Zhuoran commented very professionally.
"Mr. Yin is indeed a famous wine expert. He is well versed in wine tasting. I admire him."
While Hong Zhiyou was offering his praises, he also raised the glass of the second drink:
“Mr. Yin.
"Then try this."
He still drinks first.
Yin Zhuoran waited cautiously for half a minute before he slowly raised his glass and sipped a little.
“It has a rich taste and a nice aroma.
“In terms of quality, it is as good as Cherry brand.
"I can't be considered a top star, but I'm definitely qualified to sit at the table of those vulgar people."
After a brief reflection, he commented.
"it is good.
“Then let me tell you, both of these drinks are called Axe brand.
“One is the real axe brand that has been selling poorly in Jinhai.
“The other one is a fake axe that I sell under my own brand.
“The cost is only half of that of real wine, minus customs and transportation, the profit is at least 60% higher than that of real wine.
"Even if I give up 30% of the profit, it's still a big profit.
“I can give up the Axe card.
“But tomorrow it might turn into a sickle or a kitchen knife!
“People who are used to drinking it will still choose it.
"Reputation and quality determine the market. You are a businessman and you should understand this principle better than me."
Hong Zhi smiled confidently.
Yin Zhuoran fell into deep thought.
Hong Zhiyou's words touched his heart.
Yes.
Even if we win the price war and take down the Axe brand, those people may not recognize it.
No one’s money comes from strong winds.
No matter how powerful Mr. Song is, he can't force these people to only drink the alcohol he sells for the rest of their lives.
Hong Zhi has enough goods to dominate Tianjin.
In addition to marketing and strong relationships.
In the final analysis, a big part of the reason is the quality of the wine.
Therefore, even when Powell personally visited Jinhai, he did not conduct excessive investigations, but instead sat on the sidelines and watched the fight between the two tigers.
Obviously, the foreigners are not stupid.
One is quality.
One is the official fist.
In the end, it all depends on the customer's choice.
"What does this have to do with me?" Yin Zhuoran asked with a smile.
“I am a small person and cannot afford to offend Mr. Ziliang.
“I dare not offend Mrs. Jiang in the slightest.
“So, I want to work with you.
"I will be Longdong's agent in Jinhai from now on.
“I only sell Axe brands.
“I’ll give you 10% net bonus every month.
“At the same time, you can use the transportation network of Jinshan Trading Company to sell my wine.
"I'll be honest with Powell on this.
“Rent or buy the brand of Axe.
“Of course, the process will be more cumbersome, but I believe they will agree.
"After all, who doesn't like money?"
Hong Zhi smiled confidently.
"Ten percent of net profit is too little," Yin Zhuoran said.
"We sell our own products, including Renji, which can be registered under your Longdong Company. This will not damage the prestige of your company and Mr. Song.
“Besides.
“Isn’t it good to just collect money every month without doing anything?
"It's better than losing money and gaining publicity.
“Also, if the Axe brand liquor is exported through your channels, I can give you 20% of the profits.
“The more you sell, the more you earn.
"No matter what, there will be a lot of money coming in every month.
“This is not a bad deal.”
Hong Zhiyou talks about business ethics when it comes to business.
“The conditions are really good.
“But why do I feel like you have become Party A?
"According to our Longdong rules, we are the only ones who assign sales work to others. If you want to make more money now, it depends on how much goods you ship?
"Little brother, are you thinking too beautifully?
"Have you ever thought about this? Mr. Song is also a person who cares about face."
Yin Zhuoran sneered.
"face?
“It has nothing to do with it.
“We are talking about making money now.
"Mr. Song wouldn't feel embarrassed because he has a lot of money, right?"
Hong Zhiyou raised his glass and took a sip.
“Why don’t we buy your winery and Axe?
“One-time.
"Just make an offer."
Yin Zhuoran curled his lips and said in a domineering and cold manner.
"It's unlikely at the moment." Hong Zhiyou politely declined.
"Aren't you afraid that Mr. Song will take off your head?" Yin Zhuoran said angrily.
“Even if you take off my head, you can’t take off the taste of the drinkers.
“Besides, if Mr. Song had this idea, he would not have sent you to Jinhai.
“The point is that your company did something very stupid.
"A fatal mistake that could even bring down Mr. Song."
Hong Zhiyou looked at him and said calmly.
……
Today I have updated two chapters with 10,000 words. Good night, dear webmasters.
(End of this chapter)