Mr. Qiao Si was somewhat surprised. He was stunned for a moment and made a gesture of invitation: "Tell me about it."
Most of the sellers who come to the black market are forced to do so. If they were not forced by life, who would be willing to go against the law and sell things that they would not even eat or use?
People like Jiang Shiyue have come to the black market out of necessity, but once their conditions improve, they would like to erase the experience of dealing with the black market.
He was prepared for a long negotiation with Jiang Shiyue, but he didn't expect Jiang Shiyue to agree so readily.
When Jiang Shiyue first came to the black market, to him, Jiang Shiyue was just a girl who was easy to control. If he wanted her, she had to take off all her clothes and lie on his bed.
I was just curious at the time and wanted to know where she got those clothes.
Unexpectedly, this girl became more and more talented, and she could design and modify her own clothes. She was able to get into college and she had a background as a military wife.
If he was looking down at Jiang Shiyue at the beginning, now he almost has to look up at her.
Feeling that his bargaining chips were not strong enough, Mr. Qiao Si planned to take the risk of using the underworld if Jiang Shiyue did not agree. He did not expect that Jiang Shiyue would agree so readily.
"Master Qiao, let's be frank. Your business can't be said to be shady, but it's definitely not law-abiding. There's one industry I think you could try: being a profiteer."
"Trader?" Fourth Master Qiao frowned. "What do you mean? Grave robber?"
Jiang Shiyue shook her head. "That's exactly what I meant. You just said the economy in the south is more developed than in the north, and now that economic policies are gradually being liberalized, people are much more free to buy and sell than before. You can ship things from the south to the north, and then bring things from the north back to the south, making a profit from the price difference."
Every era has its own hot spots, and in the 1980s, the most profitable people were profiteers.
"This is illegal," Fourth Master Qiao retorted. "At the very least, you'll be paraded through the streets, and at the worst, you'll be beheaded. Mr. Jiang, do you dislike me and want me to die?"
Jiang Shiyue smiled, "Fourth Master, if you have this attitude, I think we don't need to continue chatting." She raised her wrist and pointed the dial of her watch at Fourth Master Qiao, "Fourth Master, it's getting late. My husband is still waiting for me at home for dinner!"
This time is different from that time.
She was afraid of Mr. Qiao Si back then because she was alone and helpless.
Now she firmly believes that Chen Shanhe will not abandon her.
Besides, which of the shabby things Qiao Si'er did was legal? Would honest people run a black market?
The woman who was eating sweet potatoes in front of the stove turned her head and looked at Jiang Shiyue in surprise.
Someone actually dared to challenge Mr. Qiao Si?
How could Mr. Qiao Si not be angry even though he was choked?
It couldn't be said that she wasn't annoyed. As the person sleeping next to him, she could see that Fourth Master Qiao was a little angry, but he didn't show any anger and didn't intend to do so afterwards.
Fourth Master Qiao was silent for a moment, then said, "It's not that we haven't thought about this. Let's not talk about the frequent inspections on the way there, and the chance of getting a free bracelet is just a matter of seconds. The important thing is, there's no reliable source of supply, and shipping goods from the south all the way back wouldn't be profitable after deducting the driver and shipping costs. It's not cost-effective. As for shipping from north to south, the supply isn't a problem, but a powerful dragon can't suppress a local snake. If we suddenly go to someone else's territory to do business, we're stealing their jobs. Wouldn't that destroy ours? Destroying our jobs is the least of our worries, and we might even end up going there without a chance of recovery."
These are the truth, Jiang Shiyue nodded.
In economics, risks and opportunities coexist, and the higher the returns, the greater the risks.
When every industry first grows wildly, it will also breed large areas of shadows.
In the early days of reform and opening up, when all walks of life were vigorously reformed, it brought not only environmental pollution but also dark industries.
It is said that people in the 1970s and 1980s were simple and honest, but if it is true as Mr. Qiao Si said, with trucks driving across such a long front, there will be no shortage of robberies on the road.
This is also why Jiang Shiyue has always wanted to have a good relationship with Mr. Qiao Si.
It is easy to walk on the Sunshine Avenue, but there is no single road that can lead to the destination. Who knows if you will encounter some bumps when changing roads or crossing the river?
When necessary, a friend like Qiao Siye is more suitable than Chen Shanhe, who is restricted by his profession.
"I've considered what you've said. I can help you find a reliable supply channel, but you have to give me some time. As for other issues like the unsafe roads, it's up to Fourth Master Qiao to figure it out. You know my job doesn't allow me to get involved in anything."
Fourth Master Qiao's wealth was earned through hardship, and he sought out Jiang Shiyue for the supply of goods. He immediately raised his glass to Jiang Shiyue and said, "Happy cooperation!"
“It’s a pleasure to work with you!”
***
In the evening, after taking roll call, Chen Shanhe returned to the family building and unexpectedly saw Jiang Shiyue sitting at the table writing and drawing.
Although the two of them had not spent a long time together, he was still clear about Jiang Shiyue's temperament and character.
For example, the thing I resist most is working overtime.
I try to finish my work during working hours and would rather do some work at night even if I am so bored that I have to pick my toes.
Not only did she do this herself, she also didn't let Yangyang be busy with experiments at night.
No matter what, it's because of his special profession.
There is no such thing as going to and from get off work in war.
So Chen Shanhe was quite surprised to see Jiang Shiyue working so late at night. Suddenly, he remembered that there was another situation in which Jiang Shiyue would also start writing, so he asked her, "Why? Did Lu Zheng owe you money?"
Jiang Shiyue turned around puzzledly after hearing what Chen Shanhe said, "Huh? What do you mean?"
"Aren't you counting the money?" The last time he saw Jiang Shiyue writing was because he was calculating how much money he had earned.
She is on winter vacation now and has no career. Even if she makes money, it is Lu Zheng's money.
Jiang Shiyue: “…”
She protested unhappily, "I'm not money-minded! How can it be all about money?"
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