Upon hearing Chen Dong's words, Hua Zi tactfully brought in two more stools and invited the two of them to sit down.
"Gentlemen, would you like some drinks?"
Chen Dong placed the two bottles of Erguotou (a type of Chinese liquor) that the proprietress had just brought in in front of the two of them.
"I can drink a little, but..."
Da Zhuang licked his lips, seemingly wanting to say something but holding back.
Chen Dong knew exactly what was going on.
There's no such thing as a Northeasterner who can't drink; it's just a matter of whether the occasion is suitable or not.
"It's alright, we have errands to run too. We'll each have two ounces, it won't interfere with our business!"
"Then thank you, Brother Chen Dong."
Da Zhuang nodded, feeling relieved.
He was genuinely afraid of Chen Dong urging him to drink.
If they drink too much, they'll definitely mess things up. They're there to do business, not to go on vacation.
It would be embarrassing to refuse.
Now Chen Dong is making it clear that each person can only drink a maximum of two ounces of baijiu.
Two ounces of baijiu (Chinese liquor) was nothing to either of them, and they could easily handle it.
Everyone drank and chatted, and the atmosphere was just right.
At this moment, Chen Dong asked a question.
"Judging from your attire, you two brothers must be porters, right?"
These words were spoken.
Hua Zi asked curiously.
"Brother Dong, what's a 'dealer'?"
Before the two could answer, Lin Zhiyuan continued.
"The term 'shopping broker' means that we sell our goods to Russia to earn rubles, or we barter to bring back their products, making a profit from the price difference."
Upon hearing this, the group looked at Lin Zhiyuan with surprise.
Chen Dong's eyes widened in surprise.
"Brother-in-law, you know about this?"
If Lin Zhiyuan hadn't mentioned it today, Chen Dong would never have known that his brother-in-law knew these things.
It was exactly the same as what he saw in books in later generations.
Upon hearing this, Lin Zhiyuan explained with a smile.
“My home is in Suifenhe. Many people there do this kind of business. Having seen it a lot, I naturally know a little about it.”
Dazhuang nodded in agreement.
"Brother Lin is right, that's exactly what a middleman is."
"Can those middlemen make money?"
Jiang Fei was somewhat dismissive.
In his mind, could a scalper really make more money than treasury bonds?
However, in reality, it really did prove them wrong.
Dazhuang nodded very seriously.
"It is indeed very profitable. The light industry in Russia is underdeveloped, and they lack almost everything. For example, the leather jackets, hats, gloves in our bags... As long as we bring them over, they can be sold two or three times over without much problem."
"Is it fake?"
Ah Long and Ah Hu looked at each other in bewilderment.
They were also shocked by the number.
Two or three times?
Doesn't that mean it's faster to make money than reselling treasury bonds?
However, Chen Dong knew that Da Zhuang was not lying.
Two or three times is still the most conservative estimate.
If the exchange rate is taken into account, Chen Dong is confident that he can increase his profits tenfold.
This is not a joke; it's a real phenomenon.
In later books, he also learned of a major event that occurred a year later and shocked the entire nation.
It was only after this incident was reported that the term "scalper" came into the public eye.
Before this, the term "scalper" was shrouded in mystery.
"Alright, it's almost time, let's hurry and catch the train!"
Chen Dong made the final decision, ending the conversation.
Since he already had a brother-in-law, he wasn't in a hurry.
Right now, the important thing is to get the treasury bonds back as soon as possible, lest things get complicated.
......
On the train, Chen Dong and his group experienced the grueling feeling of the Spring Festival travel rush once again.
At a glance, the aisles and the connecting areas between the carriages were crowded with smugglers carrying snakeskin bags.
For safety reasons, the group switched seats and sat together.
"Brother-in-law... Your hometown has a uniquely advantageous geographical location, why would you consider going to X City?"
He had been thinking about this question for a long time, and it wasn't until the train started moving that Chen Dong finally asked it.
Looking back now, he realized that if he had stayed in the area and become a middleman, he might have become a millionaire long ago.
It can't be that bad; the wedding room for Chen Nan should be rented!
Based on Lin Zhiyuan's rank and the length of time he has been with the company, it will be at least several more years before he is allocated a house.
However, by then, housing prices had also risen sharply, and the employer's contribution was only a portion; the majority of the cost of buying out the property rights still fell on the individual.
Upon hearing this, Lin Zhiyuan's expression became somewhat unnatural, and he waved his hand.
"Don't ask, you'll find out when you get there."
It would have been better if he hadn't said anything, because these words only piqued the curiosity of the group.
"Brother-in-law, please tell us about it..."
Stared at by five pairs of eyes, Lin Zhiyuan sighed and said helplessly.
"Alright, if you want to hear it, I'll tell you about it."
"The main reason I didn't stay is that it's hard to find a wife in this area. I could marry a foreign woman from across the street, but I'm not willing to."
"Why? She's a foreign beauty... blonde hair, blue eyes, fair skin, and a graceful figure, isn't she great?"
Jiang Fei wiped his mouth and asked, puzzled.
It's such a rare thing to be able to marry a foreign woman, yet there are still people who are unwilling.
Has someone lost their mind?
Jiang Fei didn't say it aloud, but in his heart, he had already labeled Lin Zhiyuan as a brainless idiot.
Putting everything else aside, marrying a foreign wife would be an absolute source of pride and make one the envy of everyone.
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