Chapter 85 The Eighty-Fifth Day of Not Running Away The Eighty-Fifth Day of Not Running Away...
"Cooperation? What kind of cooperation?" Hua Lingfeng said while eating his appetizers. "You've already divided up most of the shares in your auto repair shop. Besides, we don't know anything about auto repair, so we can't help you."
Wang Jianquan said, "That's right, I'm just a contractor. I'm good at leading my brothers to do the work, but when it comes to repairing things, we're really not good at it."
Chen Bozheng took out his written plan and handed it to Hua Lingfeng and Wang Jianquan, saying, "I'm not talking about the auto repair business, but about real estate."
He said, “This is my idea. I will provide the capital and be responsible for procurement. Brother Wang has a team and can lead people. He also knows about the construction industry and is an expert. Brother Lingfeng has a wide network of contacts and can help us buy steel bars and cement. We will split the profits 50/50, with me getting 50% and you each getting 25%. Of course, if you can provide the capital or other resources, the profit split is negotiable.”
Chen Bozheng's plan is very clear, detailing the current housing prices in Beijing and the costs of various building materials. He also referenced housing prices in New York and made certain predictions that Beijing's housing prices will one day catch up with those in New York.
Overall, this is a rough and simplistic survey report, but precisely because it is rough and easy to understand, it is easier to comprehend.
Ignoring the staggering housing prices in New York, just looking at the current housing prices and construction costs in Beijing reveals the potential for profit.
Hua Lingfeng was somewhat tempted, but after glancing at the costs, he realized that the land price near the East Third Ring Road in Beijing was around 500 yuan per square meter, and the land needed to be at least 500 square meters. This meant that the initial investment would be at least 250,000 yuan.
Of course, the actual cost is definitely more than that. Besides the initial investment, after buying the land, you need to build houses, which requires steel and cement, workers' wages, and an accountant, etc. Every single thing costs money.
In fact, at least 500,000 is needed to barely have enough capital.
Hua Lingfeng said, "That's interesting. But such a big matter can't be decided by my brother-in-law and me on our own right now. We need to go home and discuss it with our families."
Chen Bozheng said, "Of course, such a big matter definitely needs to be discussed. Putting aside everything else, I can come up with at least 300,000. Brother Wang, you guys should think it over carefully. I think the three of us are quite reliable. Instead of working for someone else, why not be your own boss? What do you think?"
These words struck a chord with Wang Jianquan.
Hua Lingfeng also seemed to be deep in thought.
The meal was finished, but the bottle of wine remained unopened.
Wang Jianquan and Hua Lingfeng returned home. Their family members were taken aback when they saw them coming back together.
Hua Lingxin asked, "How did you all end up together?"
Wang Jianquan said, "I came back and wanted to discuss something with you."
He greeted Grandma Wen, then winked at his wife, wanting her to come upstairs with him.
Grandma Wen said, "What is it? If it's not a private matter between husband and wife, let's just talk about it here."
Wang Jianquan hesitated for a moment, but Hua Lingfeng ignored him, plopped down on the sofa, snatched the remote control from the old lady's hand, and turned off the TV. "Grandma, someone wants to do business with my brother-in-law."
As soon as Mrs. Wen heard about doing business, she became wary.
She wasn't in a hurry. She calmly invited them to sit down, told the nanny to go to the kitchen to wash fruit, and then asked, "What kind of business is it? Do you need your parents' help?"
Hua Lingfeng laughed and said, "There's no need for that. He's a very upright person, not the kind who would use connections to get into the real estate business with us."
"Is real estate any respectable?" Hua Lingxin frowned and scolded, "Don't be so envious just because the Zhao family has made a lot of money in Hainan. Let me tell you, what they're doing is a game of musical chairs, it's unethical money, and it'll all fall apart sooner or later."
Hua Lingfeng was in a good mood at first, and even took stock of his capital on the way.
Over the years, he has stopped relying on his parents for money. He has helped others make connections and also resold some goods, earning about 40,000 to 50,000 yuan. He originally planned to save this money to buy a house and move out.
But now, he's thinking about whether to invest the money in the company.
Although Chen Bozheng said that all he needed to do was provide steel bars and cement, how could he really be so shameless as to not contribute a single penny?
Upon hearing Hua Lingxin's words, Hua Lingfeng's face turned green.
What does this mean? You finally want to do something, but you're just jealous of others. Is that unethical?
Hua Lingfeng said, "Don't talk nonsense if you don't know. We have no plans to go to Hainan. We're just going to build houses in Beijing and sell them. This is like passing the buck!"
Wang Jianquan, fearing the siblings would start arguing, quickly explained, "It's like this, Chen Bozheng asked me to build a factory before, right? He's interested in the two of us and wants to cooperate. The plans are right here. You see, he's doing legitimate business..."
Wang Jianquan hurriedly handed his plan to Hua Lingxin.
Hua Lingfeng also showed his share to the old lady, "Grandma, you see, I think this business is promising. I've saved up some money and want to invest it in so that I can take care of you when I make money in the future."
Grandma Wen picked up her reading glasses from the table: "Let me see."
Hua Lingxin was furious and wanted to reprimand Hua Lingfeng, but the forestry bureau leaders had already complained that Hua Lingfeng was always taking leave from the bureau, making it difficult for the leaders to handle the situation.
But Wang Jianquan kept giving her meaningful glances, so she had no choice but to endure it and look down at the plan.
It would have been better if I hadn't looked at it. Hua Lingxin found that the planning was really meticulous, unlike someone who would try to make money off land without any investment.
Hua Lingxin hates those who take advantage of loopholes, especially those who take advantage of the country. He couldn't stand the Zhao family's real estate business in Hainan and even reported them.
But there are just too many people doing real estate in Hainan now. Not to mention the Zhao family, many state-owned enterprises have set up offices in Hainan specifically for real estate. As soon as the report was submitted, it was immediately rejected.
Hua Lingxin was furious.
Grandma Wen nodded slightly.
Hua Lingfeng asked happily, "Grandma, how is it? Not bad, right?"
Grandma Wen said, "It does seem quite suitable. But how much money will they contribute, how will the shares be distributed, and who will be in charge of the company positions—have these been decided yet?"
Hua Lingfeng said, "Chen Bozheng said he could contribute 300,000 yuan, and he would hold 50% of the shares. My brother-in-law would contribute his skills as equity, so he would hold 25%. I would help with the steel and cement work, so I would hold 25%. I was thinking of investing 50,000 yuan; I can't really not contribute any money."
"Fifty thousand is too little." Grandma Wen thought for a moment, went into the house, and took out a savings book: "This is my savings over the years, about one hundred thousand yuan. You two siblings each contribute fifty thousand yuan. Lingfeng, your brother-in-law is in construction, and people can't do without him. We can't take advantage of people. If you invest one hundred thousand yuan to get the shares, there won't be any problem."
Hua Lingxin and Hua Lingfeng were both stunned.
Hua Lingfeng hurriedly pushed the passbook away: "Grandma, how can this be? This is your retirement savings."
Hua Lingxin also said, "Yes, we're all grown up now, how could we possibly take your money?"
The old lady was quite open-minded: "Don't be silly. I have a pension, the government will pay for my medical expenses, and your parents will pay for any big purchases I want. I'm keeping this money; it's going to be given to you now and when I'm about to die anyway. So I might as well take this opportunity and divide it among you. As for how you want to spend it, that's up to you."
Seeing that neither the siblings would take it, she simply placed the bankbook on the table. "That's settled then, Ling Xin, Ling Feng, you have no objections, right?"
Hua Lingxin and Hua Lingfeng exchanged a glance.
Hua Lingfeng gritted his teeth and said, "Grandma, wait until I make a lot of money, then I'll take you on a trip abroad."
“Grandma, when Jianquan earns a lot of money, we’ll buy you jewelry,” Hua Lingxin said.
Chen Bozheng didn't expect Wang Jianquan and Hua Lingfeng to think it over so quickly. In just a few days, the two made up their minds to each contribute 100,000 yuan, which would give them a total of 500,000 yuan in capital.
But the shareholding remains the same.
Chen Bozheng said, "How could I accept that? How about I take 40%?"
Hua Lingfeng said, "Brother Chen, don't be so polite with me. Neither of us has ever done any business before. I've only ever resold a few things. This is my first time doing business properly. We'll feel more at ease if you take more, and that way you'll be more willing to work."
Hua Lingfeng didn't seem as hostile towards Chen Bozheng as he was towards his sister.
Wang Quanjian felt strange. His brother-in-law was quite nice to him and the old lady, but his attitude towards his parents and sister was barbed.
However, every family has its own problems, and Wang Jianquan couldn't interfere too much. Although he was called his brother-in-law, he was actually an outsider.
No matter how much the siblings argue, they're still connected by blood. But if the brother-in-law offends his brother-in-law, then he'll be in big trouble.
Hua Lingfeng quickly applied for a suspension of his duties without pay, and then tirelessly inquired about the recent land sales in Beijing. He even booked a room at the Wangfujing Hotel as his office.
Hua Lingfeng had considered it very clearly. He said to Chen Bozheng and Wang Jianquan, "Although the Wangfu Hotel is expensive, it's frequented by foreign businessmen and overseas Chinese. There are many wealthy people there, so there are many opportunities. Besides, it's a prestigious place. If people say we have offices there, they'll look up to us. The only problem is, what should we name our real estate company? I couldn't even answer that question when someone asked me today."
Wang Jianquan immediately said, "You guys decide that. I'm not very educated and can't come up with a good name."
"How about we call it Elizabeth Properties?" Hua Lingfeng said excitedly.
Chen Bozheng: "..."
"It's too hard to remember. We need to come up with something catchy and easy to remember."
“Then let’s call it Langji!” Hua Lingfeng decided. “A bright foundation, how wonderful.”
Chen Bo thought about it for a moment, and it was indeed quite interesting. Although it was a coincidence, sometimes coincidences might bring good luck.
Hua Lingfeng looked at Wang Jianquan, who said, "This name is good and easy to remember."
The three of them made the decision and it was settled.
Hua Lingfeng applied for various certificates. At the auto repair shop, Chen Bozheng discussed with Lin Zhiyong and others and decided to give everyone 5,000 yuan each month. Lin Zhiyong and others would then pay more attention to the auto repair shop.
With the money paid in full, no one had anything to say.
To Chen Bozheng's surprise, the monk also wanted to go with him and was willing to give him five thousand.
Chen Bozheng found a restaurant and ordered a few dishes. The monk didn't say anything, but took out a tissue to wipe the bowls and chopsticks.
Chen Bozheng saw it and smiled: "Why are you so meticulous?"
The monk said, "I learned it from Yanzi and the others. Nowadays, some restaurants have greasy bowls and chopsticks. I feel uncomfortable using them if they're not wiped clean."
"That's true." The boss brought over two bottles of beer. Chen Bozheng didn't say anything until the boss left, then, while drinking his beer, he asked in confusion, "Why don't you work at the auto repair shop? Aren't you skilled and experienced there?"
The monk said, "As long as Fengzi is there, it's fine. Brother, everything here is just starting out, and I wanted to come and help you."
Chen Bo glanced at the monk and asked, "What's wrong? Are you unhappy working over there?"
The monk pursed his lips. "Fengzi loves to steal the spotlight too much. It's pointless to compete with him."
“Lin Zhiyong and the others like you a lot over there,” Chen Bozheng said. “I’m just starting out here, and it’s uncertain whether I can do a good job.”
"Brother, you don't need to say anything. You don't even have to pay me. I just don't want to do this boring job."
The monk said, "I'm not short of money now. Although I'm not as rich as you and your sister-in-law, it's still a lot for me. I don't like to work in a stifling way. As long as I'm happy with the work, I'm willing to pay you."
The monk was usually quiet, so it was unusual for him to say so much all at once.
Chen Bozheng found it amusing at one moment, and at the other moment he couldn't help but think about it.
He knew the monk was serious. The monk had never been particular about food or clothing since childhood and was quite generous. When they were together before, the monk was the one with more money. After all, he was his mother's only son, and she would always give him some pocket money. Unlike him and Lin Qingfeng, who were old and sick, the monk was worried about the cost of medicine alone. Lin Qingfeng's family had many children, and his mother valued education, so they all had to be sent to school, and the tuition fees were a worry.
Whenever the monks had money, they would share it with them without ever complaining.
Chen Bozheng said, "If you want to come, then come. I'll pay you two thousand a month, which isn't much. If you do well, I'll give you some shares in the future."
"Brother, that's all, that's all." The monk clinked his wine bottle against Chen Bo's.
Chen Bo was preoccupied with this matter and wanted to ask the monk what had happened between him and Lin Qingfeng, but after thinking about it, he decided not to ask.
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