"So... where do you plan to go next?" Zhou Rui asked.
"There's only money to be made in turbulent places." Lin Chuan suddenly revealed a strange smile.
"You..." Zhou Rui's eyes widened.
"That's right, I plan to go to the Middle East." Lin Chuan nodded slightly, saying, "The situation in the Middle East is chaotic, but that's actually beneficial for . If I seize the opportunity to get rich, maybe I'll soar to great heights."
"But, it's war-torn over there. Isn't it bad for you to go?" Zhou Rui said anxiously, "It's too chaotic; you have to constantly be aware of your own safety. One wrong move and a bomb might fall beside you."
"It's not as exaggerated as you think." Lin Chuan laughed, "That's a war zone; we're not going to the conflict areas."
"Oh!" Zhou Rui nodded and muttered, "Actually, the Sichuan University Group can turn a profit in a year, bringing us imnse profits and wealth. You don't have to keep pushing yourselves so hard."
"Fool." Lin Chuan took a sip of tea and then said, "We only live once, how else can we prove we were here without making a grand show? Life is only a few decades; if you don't fight for it, won't you regret it when you're old?"
"This..." Zhou Rui was stunned.
"If we're going to do it, we should give our all." Lin Chuan laughed, "It's not just who thinks this way; Zhou Kai and others do too. I plan to leave a brother in Japan. The others I intend to bring to the Middle East. I already have a certain foundation over there."
"Really?" Zhou Rui looked at Lin Chuan curiously.
Lin Chuan smiled and said nothing. There, he had the assistance of Silver Fox and Fang Yuan. What was there to worry about in developnt? The Middle East's instability was viewed by others as war and disaster, but Lin Chuan saw it as opportunity and wealth. During turbulent tis, what's the most profitable business? Smuggling, of course. Essential goods and food shortages... if these things could be smuggled over, the profits would be enormous.
In war zones, food is most critical. Both sides of the conflict require large grain supplies, and residents in turbulent areas need large amounts of food too.
Of course, the most profitable in the end might still be smuggling firearms and the like. Those are truly high-margin items.
Zhou Rui naturally wouldn't understand.
"Xiao Rui, I need you to do a favor," Lin Chuan said.
"What favor?" Zhou Rui asked curiously.
"Help set up a foreign trade company," Lin Chuan said, "We have a fishery in Fukuoka, and the seafood products there will be directly transferred via the Fukuoka trading company. Then, in Jiangbei City, you set up a large factory specifically for processing seafood into dry goods and canned goods, labeled for export."
"Are you planning to sell dostically?" Zhou Rui asked anxiously.
"Yes, but while selling dostically..." Lin Chuan shook his head, "I want to export to the Middle East, hehe."
"Great." Zhou Rui was delighted to hear this, "That could add hundreds or even thousands of jobs to Jiangbei City."
"Yes." Lin Chuan nodded, "Labor is too costly in Japan; China's labor is cheaper. Of course, my main goal is to create so jobs in Jiangbei City. Otherwise, I could just set up the factory in Southeast Asia where labor is even cheaper than in China."
"Don't, we can earn a little less." Zhou Rui laughed, "Also adding a glorious achievent to Secretary Tang's record."
"That's what I thought too." Lin Chuan nodded, "So, I'm counting on you for this. Get the factory prepared quickly, procure the necessary equipnt as soon as possible, and recruit workers swiftly to begin production in the second half of the year."
"Don't worry." Zhou Rui laughed, "The more challenging it is, the more motivated I am. So you don't have to worry about . As long as you're willing to do it, I'll always be with you."
Subsequently, the two engaged in a discussion about the foreign trade company. Since it involved import and export, there were many issues to address. However, with Tang Yung, the big secretary, involved, everything seed less complicated.
With Tang Yung's approval, everything beca much simpler.
Based on the output of Fukuoka Fishery, a large factory in Jiangbei City would likely be needed to handle the seafood being transported over. Not only to process it into dry goods but also canned goods, fish jerky, and snacks to suit Middle Eastern tastes.
After a long discussion, the two finally selected a plot of land in the Western City District. This plot was inside the industrial park of the Western City District. The area is accessible by both water and land, and there was plenty of cheap real estate. With the City Committee's approval for a plot, they could start building the factory swiftly. Building a factory isn't as complicated as comrcial housing. A large factory could be erected in at most two months.
On the fourth day after Lin Chuan returned to Jiangbei City, Tang Yung also returned to Jiangbei City.
Outside the airport, Lin Chuan t Tang Yung.
Tang Yung was all smiles, looking radiant.
"Sister, you're finally back?" Lin Chuan rushed over quickly and hugged Tang Yung tightly.
"Hey, put down." Tang Yung quickly said, "There are so many people here, and they all know ."
"Hehe." Lin Chuan said excitedly, "Alright, let's hurry back. Don't let these people take advantage. We can't let them see us being affectionate."
"Go to hell!" Tang Yung quickly slipped into Lin Chuan's car.
They drove back to the City Committee compound.
With Tang Yung away these past few days, the Executive Deputy Secretary temporarily took over his duties at the City Committee. So, Tang Yung had been quite relaxed these days.
Upon returning ho, it was spotless. The windows were tightly shut, and the curtains were drawn.
With the lights on, the floor could practically be used as a mirror.
"So clean." Lin Chuan laughed.
"By the way, your house got demolished, where are you staying?" Tang Yung curiously asked.
"I... I've been crashing at the second floor of the Feixiang Company for a few nights." Lin Chuan chuckled.
"Here!" Suddenly, Tang Yung handed Lin Chuan a set of keys, saying, "These three keys are for the garage, the door access, and the security door. You can move in here from now on."
Lin Chuan was stunned. Just yesterday morning he got the keys to her place from Mu Bai. Today, Tang Yung was also giving him keys to her ho. He couldn't be in two places at once! Lin Chuan awkwardly laughed: "Sis, your place is so clean, I... I'm afraid I won't get used to it."
"You're not used to clean?" Tang Yung looked at Lin Chuan in surprise.
"I'm quite rough by nature." Lin Chuan awkwardly said, "Moving suddenly into such a lavish and clean place, I'm afraid I'll feel restrained. Besides, aren't you afraid of what people might say? You're the City Secretary. If so tabloid reporter catches wind of this, it could be troubleso."
"This..." Tang Yung was taken aback.
Indeed, she was still unmarried, and the head of Jiangbei City at that. Everyone living in this building were City Committee staff and leaders. They all knew each other. If soone suddenly saw a stranger in her place, they'd be suspicious.
However, it was awkward to take back the keys once given out.
"It's fine, we're engaged anyway." Tang Yung giggled.
"Hehe..." Lin Chuan awkwardly looked at Tang Yung.
"What? You're not willing?" Tang Yung frowned, saying, "If you're not willing, give the keys back to . I'll give them to another man. I believe many n would be interested?!"
"That won't do!" Lin Chuan imdiately shook his head.
Poof...
Tang Yung burst into laughter, as if seeing a mischievous child.
Lin Chuan sat down on the sofa, while Tang Yung made coffee for him on the side.
"Sis, I need your help with sothing." Lin Chuan held a cigarette in his mouth. There wasn't originally an ashtray in Tang Yung's house, but to accommodate Lin Chuan, she specifically bought one and placed it on the coffee table.
"What is it?" Tang Yung walked over with the coffee.
"Well..." Lin Chuan said awkwardly, "I'm planning to set up a foreign trade company and eyeing a piece of land in the Western City District. Can you help secure it?"
"Land? For what?" Tang Yung looked at Lin Chuan with suspicion.
"Don't look at like that." Lin Chuan said helplessly, "I'm doing legitimate business. I plan to establish a seafood processing plant, and then use the trade company to sell the seafood to the Middle East. Sell it to the locals to earn so extra for the country."
"That's quite a thought." Tang Yung nodded, saying, "If you really want to set up a factory, I can indeed allocate a piece of land. But, how many jobs can you create for Jiangbei City?"
"At least a thousand!" Lin Chuan smiled.
"So many?!" Tang Yung looked at Lin Chuan in surprise.
"Indeed." Lin Chuan laughed, "A thousand is a conservative estimate. The fishery resources at Fukuoka Fishery are abundant and yields are high. The Middle East faces food shortages, the processed dry goods and canned fish can be supplied to their ard forces. So of the snacks produced can be provided to local residents. Additionally, we can process seafood foods to suit the Chinese palate and sell them dostically. I think that's also a great option."
"Sounds great!" Tang Yung was overjoyed upon hearing this, as it ant an enhancent to her political achievents.
Though Tang Yung wasn't particularly keen on political achievents, she still hoped to achieve so. As long as it's compliant with regulations and aids local economic developnt, it can be greatly endorsed. The seafood processing factory wouldn't pollute the soil or water quality and can increase employnt opportunities, so why not?
With Tang Yung's cooperation, a piece of land in the Western City District's industrial park was quickly approved. A piece spanning thousands of square ters was approved. Sichuan University Group purchased this land for only ten million, which was a steal.
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