Chapter 30 Chapter 30 Make a Fortune
Cheng Dacai calmed down and asked Lin Anran, "What price range can you accept?"
Lin Anran didn't give a clear answer, but asked, "Boss Cheng, how is the Phalaenopsis orchid business of the boss you mentioned?"
Lin Anran has learned detailed information about Phalaenopsis orchids, especially the white Phalaenopsis orchid she is currently raising, which is native to Taiwan. The white Phalaenopsis orchid was famous all over the world in the 1950s. Today, the Phalaenopsis orchid market in Taiwan is well developed, and the cultivation of Phalaenopsis orchids in Taiwan has become an industry. There is a special orchid cultivation research base, and the orchids are exported to many countries. The mainland is still in the stage of exploring how to cultivate Phalaenopsis orchids. Cheng Dacai is already at the forefront of selling Phalaenopsis orchids.
If Lin Anran hadn't bought the Phalaenopsis orchid for one dollar from Cheng Dacai, he would have had no way of buying a Phalaenopsis orchid plant.
"In the orchid trading business, Boss Liu is also a well-known name in Taiwan." Cheng Dacai made Lin Anran feel at ease, Boss Liu was rich.
When Lin Anran heard that the other party was so rich, he felt more relieved. Great, he could just rip off the rich man without any worries.
Cheng Dacai bent down to continue observing the Phalaenopsis orchid and explained, "Boss Lin, this white Phalaenopsis orchid you have is truly worth studying. It's a wild orchid that died and was then revived by you."
"Not dead." Lin Anran corrected it to Dacai.
Cheng Dacai changed his tone, "Cheng, I'm dying. When I was discussing business with Boss Liu, he gave me this Phalaenopsis orchid as a gift. It was fine when I brought it from Taiwan, but even Phalaenopsis can be susceptible to acclimatization issues. By the time I got it, it was in very poor condition. I followed Boss Liu's instructions for caring for it, but it didn't survive. Boss Liu couldn't bring a sick Phalaenopsis back to Taiwan. He kept bringing it back like that, and I doubted it would survive. So, I took one dollar and sold it to you."
Lin Anran nodded. She had rich experience with Phalaenopsis orchids and they were really tenacious. That was very good.
"Boss Cheng, I have a question, which may be a bit offensive to you, but how did you get in touch with a big boss like Boss Liu?" Lin Anran had observed that Cheng Dacai's business was not at that level, but Boss Liu was ranked high in the Baodao Orchid Market.
"Boss Lin, I won't hide anything from you. Boss Liu is a distant relative of mine. A few years ago, Boss Liu came back to the mainland to visit his relatives. I seized the opportunity and established a relationship with him. When I started my business, Boss Liu gave me a lot of support," said Cheng Dacai.
Lin Anran suddenly realized, so that's why. No wonder Cheng Dacai's small flower stall in the flower market always has potted flowers that other flower stalls don't have.
"Boss Cheng, tell me the truth. I won't lie to you. If I am very satisfied with the price, I will sell it." Lin Anran answered seriously.
Although it would be easier to sell the Phalaenopsis orchids after they bloom in a few months, you may not be as lucky as before. It is not easy to find someone who can buy the orchids at a high price, and it is not certain that they can be sold at the current high price.
After selling this Phalaenopsis orchid, she can grow another one. Even if the price of Phalaenopsis orchid drops in the future, it doesn't matter. It's not a problem if she can't sell it. She can enjoy it herself. She has a Clivia to enter in next year's Orchid Expo. In the future, she can grow more orchids and make tens of thousands of yuan first, which will turn her savings into five figures.
Boss Liu, whom Cheng Dacai had introduced, happened to be in Shenzhen to discuss business. Cheng Dacai called him, and after a conversation, he hung up the phone and came back to happily say to Lin Anran, "Boss Lin, Boss Liu will be here in half an hour."
"Boss Cheng, you are so efficient." Lin Anran gave a thumbs up.
Cheng Dacai laughed heartily and uttered the famous Shenzhen Stock Exchange slogan: "Time is money, efficiency is life. Boss Liu knows the origins of your Phalaenopsis orchids and is particularly interested. He would like to come and see them."
After Boss Liu came over, Cheng Dacai acted as a middleman and introduced Lin Anran and Boss Liu to each other.
Boss Liu is a man of action. As soon as he arrived, he immediately expressed his desire to go see the Phalaenopsis orchids. Lin Anran readily agreed. It is good to be practical. It would be even better if he could do the same thing even when paid.
"This Phalaenopsis orchid is the one I gave you!" Boss Liu immediately confirmed the moment he saw the Phalaenopsis orchid.
Cheng Dacai was stunned and asked, "Uncle Liu, are you sure so quickly? Don't you want to observe it any more?"
Boss Liu shook his head, looking at the Phalaenopsis with shining eyes, and said, "I've been raising Phalaenopsis orchids from Baodao for over thirty years. How could I not recognize the one I gave you? Even if it has changed its appearance now, I can still tell that it has two flower stalks on its first bloom, and the number of buds growing on each flower stalk is so large. Boss Lin has taken great care of this Phalaenopsis orchid. The color, appearance, and fragrance are all superb... It's just a pity that it hasn't bloomed yet!"
Lin Anran smiled and said, "When the Phalaenopsis orchid blooms, Boss Liu can come and see it."
"Boss Lin, I want to buy your Phalaenopsis orchid. You can name your price." The moment Boss Liu saw the orchid, he immediately decided to buy it no matter what! He tried to restrain himself, but still showed a hint of impatience.
Lin Anran looked at Boss Liu suspiciously, not making an offer for a moment. Boss Liu must be a sophisticated businessman. Could he have seen the difference in this Phalaenopsis orchid at a glance? She was confident hers was the best, but was it worth Boss Liu's eagerness?
Cheng Dacai also felt that Boss Liu was too impatient, which made him open his eyes wide and look at Lin Anran's Phalaenopsis again. Is there anything special about this Phalaenopsis?
Boss Liu is a smart man who can make a career. He saw the doubts of Lin Anran and Cheng Dacai, especially Lin Anran, the owner of the Phalaenopsis, so he gave an explanation after considering it.
It turned out that Boss Liu was eager to buy this Phalaenopsis orchid simply because he saw its potential.
"...Back then, I was just your boss's assistant at the International Orchid Exhibition, but I witnessed firsthand the Formosa Phalaenopsis orchid win the championship twice. Boss Lin, I'm impressed by the potential of your Phalaenopsis orchid to become the king of flowers. It's also very valuable for research. Our company is constantly improving the varieties of orchids it cultivates."
Lin Anran calculated in his mind that Boss Liu's time was more than 30 years ago. No wonder he was able to persist for so many years and make his orchid-raising business bigger and stronger.
With Boss Liu's honesty, Lin Anran immediately raised the selling price again and again. The Phalaenopsis orchid she raised would definitely become the king of flowers in the future. The vigorous vitality of the Phalaenopsis orchid was particularly eye-catching, and the fact that Boss Liu couldn't take his eyes off it was the best evidence.
But what price should I bid?
Lin Anran was unsure. It was her first time selling orchids and she had no experience. Then she had an idea and said, "Boss Liu, what price are you willing to pay for this Phalaenopsis?" The future flower king has both practical and ornamental value, so it must be extremely valuable. She was looking forward to a sharp increase in price.
That’s right, by throwing the problem back to Boss Liu, her problem was temporarily solved.
Cheng Dacai looked at the two sellers and buyers silently. He didn't intend to say anything. Both sides had connections that he needed to manage well. He let the sellers and buyers negotiate on their own. Boss Liu was a mature businessman, and Boss Lin was particularly good at bargaining and would not let himself suffer any losses.
Boss Liu couldn't take his eyes off the vibrant Phalaenopsis orchid, and his mind was filled with thoughts of his youth. He suddenly said, "Five hundred thousand, Boss Lin, I'll pay five hundred thousand for this Phalaenopsis orchid."
Lin Anran was stunned. She subconsciously asked, "Rmb?"
Boss Liu smiled and nodded: "Yes, 500,000 RMB."
Lin Anran's eyes sparkled, and she immediately said, "Deal!" She hesitated for a moment and asked, "Boss Liu, can I ask you a question?"
"You ask." Boss Liu has a good temper.
"I'm absolutely sure that this Phalaenopsis orchid is unique. I know it will be even more beautiful when it blooms. Without a doubt, it will be the king of flowers. However, the price you are willing to pay for it really shocked me." Lin Anran was not in a hurry to ask Boss Liu to transfer the money. She was curious why Boss Liu was willing to pay 500,000. Although this was very beneficial to her, once Boss Liu transferred the money, she would really become rich instantly and be honored with the title of rich woman from then on.
Boss Liu was happy to explain, "Boss Lin, I paid a fortune for my love. Now that I've paid a high price of 500,000 for your Phalaenopsis, who knows if my Phalaenopsis won't be worth double tomorrow? Besides, the story behind this Phalaenopsis is thrilling and bizarre enough, isn't it?"
Indeed, the experience of this Taiwan Phalaenopsis orchid is thrilling and bizarre enough. It has experienced life and death, and has been stubbornly reborn and grown proudly. In the future, it will bloom brilliantly, and its value has soared from one yuan to 500,000 yuan in an instant. Even a roller coaster is not as exciting as this.
Lin Anran nodded and said with a smile, "Boss Liu, since you like it so much, why don't you take care of the taxes?" It was agreed that it would be 500,000 RMB, and she couldn't lose a penny.
Boss Liu was stunned. Seeing Lin Anran looking at him with a frank expression, he laughed heartily and said, "Okay, Boss Lin, I'll make friends with you!"
Boss Liu not only took over the tax payment, but also exchanged contact information with Lin Anran. He even said that he would consult Lin Anran, the orchid expert, in the future: "Boss Lin, you have nurtured this orchid to this point. You know it best. I may need to contact you in the future if there is anything."
"I will charge a consulting fee." Lin Anran didn't pretend to be polite to Boss Liu.
Boss Liu liked Lin Anran's straightforwardness and said immediately, "I never ask people to do things for free, Boss Lin, don't worry."
Lin Anran also returned the favor and offered, "Since the day I started raising this Phalaenopsis orchid, I've been keeping a daily diary, recording its growth in detail. If you need it, Boss Liu, I'll make a copy for you."
Boss Liu was immediately delighted: "I need it! Boss Lin is so generous!"
"I have raised it for so long, and I hope it will grow and bloom beautifully in the future." Lin Anran has developed an affection for this Phalaenopsis orchid, and she has no regrets selling it to Boss Liu. First, she made a lot of money, and second, Boss Liu obviously loves this Phalaenopsis orchid very much and will definitely cherish it.
"Don't worry, Boss Lin. I bought it at a high price and will take good care of it," Boss Liu promised.
Boss Liu was very sincere and very efficient. He took Cheng Dacai and accompanied Lin Anran to a nearby bank. The bank manager invited them into the reception room to handle business. Lin Anran successfully applied for a bank card, and the money could be transferred into the card, which made it convenient for her to deposit and withdraw money in the future. She didn't have to carry too much cash with her. In some places, she could just pay by swiping the card, which was more secure.
The bank manager enthusiastically recommended some investment projects to Lin Anran and others, especially to Boss Liu, the richest one.
Lin Anran held a cup of tea with a sweet smile on her face, and listened quietly and attentively to Boss Liu and the bank manager practicing Tai Chi. She learned what she learned, and then when the bank manager spoke to her, she immediately put it into practice.
In the end, the bank manager didn't get Lin Anran and his team to invest a penny.
However, Lin Anran kindly accepted the pile of information sent by the bank manager. Although she is not investing now, she can collect information and take a look at what investment projects the bank is recommending. In case she really has too much money in the future, she might invest in a project for fun.
Boss Liu was very satisfied with the deal with Lin Anran. Before leaving, he said sincerely, "Boss Lin, Dacai said you still have Clivia and Cymbidium orchids. If there's a chance in the future, you have to let me open my eyes."
"Okay." Lin Anran accepted this generously. Boss Liu had seen many exotic flowers and plants, but she believed that her orchids were the best.
Boss Liu particularly liked Lin Anran's confidence. If Lin Anran were a man, he would have happily linked arms with someone and laughed heartily. Now, he could only clap his hands and say, "I'm looking forward to it, Boss Lin. Let's keep in touch."
Lin Anran was also very satisfied: "Sure."
"Dacai, this time thanks to you for helping me connect with Boss Lin. You're a smart guy." Boss Liu turned around and patted Dacai with great satisfaction.
Cheng Dacai smiled brightly, and laughed out loud: "Uncle Liu, now you know I wasn't bragging to you on the phone."
Boss Liu nodded with a smile and said, "Remember to come to me if you need anything later."
Cheng Dacai's smile reached his ears: "Great! Uncle Liu, have a safe trip and your business will be prosperous!"
Boss Liu left with a smile.
Lin Anran turned his head and stared at Cheng Dacai, looking at him suspiciously: "Boss Cheng, are you imitating my speech?"
Cheng Dacai was cheerful and his smile never stopped: "Boss Lin, what you said is very effective. I learned a little from you. Everyone is willing to smile at me. It doesn't hurt to be a little sweet-mouthed. It will increase the benefits."
"That's right!" Lin Anran smiled proudly and waved her hand, "Boss Cheng, whichever big restaurant you want to go to? I'll treat you!"
She did not forget that she was able to make 500,000 today because Cheng Dacai helped her.
Cheng Dacai looked at Lin Anran strangely: "Boss Lin, you made a lot of money in one go, why don't you look happy?"
Lin Anran was surprised: "Of course I'm happy. Haven't I been smiling the whole time?"
Cheng Dacai shook his head: "You may be laughing, but you don't look like someone who has made a fortune overnight. If I were you, I wouldn't be as calm as you. Yes, you may be happy, but you are calm."
"Haha, do I have to act crazy?" Lin Anran giggled. She didn't lack the 500,000 yuan in her previous life. Her grandparents left her two houses and a million in savings. Now she has earned 500,000 yuan. It's not bad. She knows that the current 500,000 yuan is very valuable, but she is happy, not so happy that she goes crazy.
"Boss Lin is truly a man who can accomplish great things." Cheng Dacai could only give a thumbs-up in admiration. Lin Anran accepted it calmly: "That's right, I am the Boss Lin who can accomplish great things."
Although he knew that Lin Anran had earned 500,000 yuan, Cheng Dacai had no intention of charging her a large sum for a meal. Instead, the two of them went to a restaurant that was delicious and cost-effective for a meal.
During the meal, Cheng Dacai said, "Don't worry, Boss Lin. There are benefits to being a middleman. After this meal, I appreciate your kindness."
Cheng Dacai has always accepted help from Boss Liu, a distant relative and elder. Now he can help Boss Liu in return. He is so happy that he is very happy to help Lin Anran.
Lin Anran remembered what Boss Liu had said to Cheng Dacai before he left, and raised the soda in his hand to toast Cheng Dacai: "Okay, I won't be polite with you, Boss Cheng. Anyway, thank you for today. If you need any help, I will definitely do it for you if I can."
Lin Anran was becoming more and more satisfied with her business partner Cheng Dacai. She bought the Phalaenopsis orchid from Cheng Dacai for one yuan, raised it for a few months, and then sold it for 500,000 yuan. If it were some narrow-minded people, they would probably feel unfair, but Cheng Dacai was not like that.
Cheng Dacai also raised his soda in a toast and said, "I might need to ask you for advice on some orchid cultivation issues. Boss Lin, you're a self-taught master. I toast to you."
Lin Anran, an orchid expert, filled his stomach with joy. "Boss Cheng, do you have any orchids you recommend planting at your flower stall?"
Cheng Dacai: "Do you want to plant another Phalaenopsis orchid?"
Lin Anran thought for a moment and shook his head: "I'll plant other varieties. Do you have Molan?"
"Yes, do you want orchid seedlings, or plants that are two or three years old?"
"I'll buy some seedlings and plant them." Lin Anran made the decision.
Lin Anran went to Cheng Dacai's flower stall and chose a black orchid seedling. She wanted to buy a house with a yard so that she could plant as many orchids as she wanted in her own house. She could also plant other plants, such as aloe vera, which could be planted by dividing the plants and she could use as many as she wanted after they grew up.
"Xiao Lin, you're back. Hey? Where's your Phalaenopsis? How come it has become such a small orchid?" Aunt Li was very curious.
Lin Anran: "Someone bought my Phalaenopsis orchid, I sold it, and then bought this black orchid seedling."
"Sold it? How much did you get? You didn't sell it too cheaply, did you?" Aunt Li was worried that Lin Anran had been cheated.
Lin Anran smiled and held the potted plant in one hand, while stretching out five fingers and waving them in front of Aunt Li.
Aunt Li immediately guessed, "You sold it for 500 yuan? Hey, you've devoted a lot of time to that Phalaenopsis orchid these past few months. Even though you bought it for one yuan, the fertilizing, repotting, and other expenses are quite a lot. You really can't make much money raising orchids, and yet you're still planning to keep it, Xiaolin?"
Lin Anran kept smiling, but it was difficult to explain to Aunt Li that the real selling price was five hundred thousand. So, was it okay to let Aunt Li misunderstand?
Lin Anran shut her mouth silently. She believed in not showing off her wealth. Aunt Li and the others were very nice people, but she should still make a lot of money secretly. One day, she would surprise everyone, haha.
After dinner, in order to relax, Lin Anran went to watch TV with everyone. The Shenzhen TV station was broadcasting the news, and a piece of news happened to mention the Shenzhen stock market. Chef Zhao and Uncle Ding suddenly became excited, and the two of them started discussing the stock market.
Chef Zhao said, "There's a rumor going around that some companies are going public next month. I wonder if these new stocks are worth buying."
Although Uncle Ding is always taciturn, he occasionally buys some stocks and has his own sources of information: "This information should be accurate, but I don't know when it will be released. The municipal government hasn't made a clear announcement, or you can call and ask."
Aunt Li shouted, "You're here again! You won't make much money buying those stocks. What will you do if you lose money? You can't get your money back. Xiaolin, don't try to follow their lead in stock trading."
Lin Anran was suddenly struck by lightning, his expression dazed: "...New stocks in November?"
Aunt Li immediately glared at Chef Zhao and Uncle Ding: "Look at Xiaolin."
Chef Zhao laughed and said, "Our country is a socialist country, unlike those capitalist countries. We can't lose money in stock trading, and even a small profit is still a profit."
"Xiao Lin knows his limits." Uncle Ding has been growing flowers with Lin Anran for a long time, and he knows that Lin Anran is not an impulsive person.
Lin Anran couldn't calm down. She remembered the 1992 Shenzhen stock market crash!
All the developments in this world are the same as hers. When it comes to stock trading, she remembered everything. Many big events will happen next year. No, in fact, there will be many big events this year as well, such as the disintegration of the Soviet Union in December, etc. These big events can be put aside for now. The focus is on the new stocks to be issued next month!
Lin Anran was too excited and his thoughts were a little confused.
In her previous life, Lin Anran's great-grandfather had a good time, making a fortune through stock speculation. As he grew older, he loved to talk to the younger generation about his glorious youth. Lin Anran loved listening to the elders' stories, and her great-grandfather often pulled her over to listen to his stories. But she had heard so many stories that she hadn't remembered them before. Now she feels better. She is grateful for the self who once loved to listen to the elders talk! Thank you great-grandfather for showing off!
She knew that the new shares issued by the Shenzhen Stock Exchange next month would make those who won the lottery into 100,000-dollar millionaires, or even millionaires! That's why next year will see people from all over the country flocking to the Shenzhen Stock Exchange to buy stocks. Next year will be the peak of stock speculation. There are still tickets left for the Shenzhen Stock Exchange's new share subscription lottery this November!
Lin Anran's heart was pounding. Oh my goodness, could it be that her fortunes had finally improved? She had just earned half a million today, and now she saw she had another chance to make a killing.
Lin Anran couldn't watch TV, so she hurriedly told everyone that she was going back to read. In fact, she was going back to list the major events that would happen next. Of course, she didn't dare to write them down clearly, and only recorded them using symbols that she understood.
In short, you absolutely cannot miss the new stocks in November this year. The disintegration of the Soviet Union... Well, some capable people took this opportunity to make a fortune, and she, a small shrimp, can just look at the big country in the north from afar. As for next year's Shenzhen Stock Exchange stocks, she can wait and put them aside for next year, and wait!
She remembered a very important thing. At the beginning of next year, the old man would come to Shenzhen on his southern tour. After that, the housing prices in Shenzhen would soar. The current housing prices of just over a thousand would rise directly to several thousand. Even if the housing prices in Shenzhen dropped in the future, it would take many years.
Therefore, you should buy a house as early as possible! And you should make money as early as possible!
She is now working as a nanny in a villa with free food and accommodation, so she doesn't seem to have to worry about housing problems. However, it is not her own house after all, and she plans to change jobs in the future. As for the Lin family, until now, Lin Anran still does not have much sense of identity with the Lin family as relatives. She likes the twins a little, but in fact, she has only seen the twins four times. It is false to say how deep her feelings are. At least now, the Lin family is not her home.
She wanted to buy a house that belonged entirely to her so that she could return home at any time. She had to create a home for herself in this world.
So the most important things are stocks next month and buying a house.
Lin Anran quickly flipped through the pile of information that the bank manager had given her. She remembered that there seemed to be an advertisement for a real estate company on it... and she found it!
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