Lu Qingyang's thoughts raced, but his expression remained calm, and his smile deepened.
"You're really a different person than before. I admire you so much. You've been able to gain a foothold in Hong Kong and come back to invest in your hometown. Your vision and courage are amazing!"
He patted Kong Laoliu's arm and said, "Since we've met, it's fate. I just came back and may not be familiar with the situation here. Why don't we... find a place to sit down and chat about the past. By the way, I can also tell you about the current development of Sui City. I can't say anything else, but I am qualified to be a guide."
Kong Laoliu's eyes lit up. This was what he wanted.
Although his outfit can intimidate ordinary people, the key is the talent who can really match the local strength and connections.
This kid Lu Qingyang, back then, displayed skills far beyond those of ordinary people in the black market. Judging from his demeanor now, he must be doing well in Suicheng.
He immediately put his arm around Lu Qingyang's shoulders affectionately:
"Oh my, Brother Qingyang is really considerate. Come on, I'm staying at the Overseas Chinese Guest House. Let's go up and sit. It's spacious and convenient for us to talk.
I'll treat you today, let's have a good chat! Back in the black market, if it weren't for your ointment, I wouldn't have had the first pot of gold to venture into Hong Kong! Our friendship is awesome! "
As he spoke, he dragged Lu Qingyang towards the hotel without saying anything, and did not forget to turn around and wave casually to the cadre he had just left behind:
"Secretary Li, let's talk some other time. I've met an old friend."
In the guesthouse.
Kong Laoliu asked about his recent situation. "I can't believe I've met you here. Our fate is truly extraordinary. How have you been these past few years? Judging from your demeanor, you must be doing well, right? What are you doing in Suicheng?"
"I'm just busy as hell. I can't compare to your Hong Kong City glory. I took over a small textile factory and can barely make a living." Lu Qingyang took a sip of tea.
"You actually took over the textile factory. That's really amazing, isn't it?"
"Our textile factory is the latest pilot project. We are exporting a large number of orders to Russia. We are trying it out. Once the negotiations are completed, we may also cooperate with Gangcheng."
"Alright, Qingyang! Back then, I thought you were something special. As expected, managing a factory with hundreds of employees is not something that just anybody can do!"
He took the opportunity to bring the topic back to himself, "But, brother, I've only seen the world in Hong Kong over the years. Small businesses are still a bit slow to make money!"
The person Lu Qingyang was waiting for was him.
He put down his teacup, a look of just the right amount of curiosity on his face. "Oh? You must be doing some 'business' in Hong Kong? Tell me about it, brother, so I can broaden my horizons! When you left, you said you were going to start a business, and it looks like you've really done it!"
Kong Laoliu was waiting for this comedian and immediately perked up. "That's right, brother. When I went there, I did have a hard time at first because I was unfamiliar with the place! But I'm quick-witted and willing to endure hardships! I started by running errands for people and getting to know the place, and then I met a noble man!"
He held up two fingers mysteriously, "What a real idiot! In Hong Kong, if he stomps his feet, Central will shake three times!"
"It's hard to say the specific name. You know the rules of the underworld, but he's in shipping and trade, and his business is booming. Southeast Asia, Europe and the United States, there's no place his fleet can't reach!" He was vague, avoiding specific names or companies.
Lu Qingyang understood, but nodded repeatedly. "I understand. Boss's identity will of course remain confidential. So, what does Boss Kong do with Boss? Trade? Or... shipping management?"
He asked very specifically.
"It's mainly trade!" Kong Laoliu immediately chimed in, seeming more familiar with the topic. "Helping you handle some... um... more 'flexible' cargo flows, connecting with channels in Southeast Asia. As you know, in Hong Kong, a lot of business is about being 'flexible'! Thanks to this, I've managed to gain a foothold and save some money."
He patted his bulging wallet and deliberately shook the gold watch on his wrist.
Lu Qingyang nodded, no longer pressing the sensitive topic, and instead asked, "So, when you came back to invest this time, which areas in the mainland are you optimistic about? Or are you looking for specific projects with Mr. 꺶's instructions?"
Kong Laoliu was obviously a little more relaxed, blowing out a smoke ring: "Brother, the main purpose is to let me come back to see the wind direction and feel the bottom. I also want to find some good projects myself.
Now that the mainland is open and has favorable policies, labor and land are both cheap! Everything is profitable! Especially...industries like the ones you're running, Brother Qingyang, or...um...projects that can quickly recoup capital."
He paused, looked at Lu Qingyang, and asked tentatively, "By the way, Qingyang, you just said you were managing the textile factory. How is the factory's performance now? Are there any plans to expand the scale? Or, are there any new projects in the works? Brother, I have enough money on hand right now. If the project is good, wouldn't it be a win-win for us old brothers to join forces?"
"You're still as discerning as ever! To be honest, the factory's performance is relatively stable, but if we want to expand, relying solely on textiles is a bit...not enough. I've been thinking about a new project recently, but..."
"Just what? Funding? Or connections? Brother Qingyang, if you're in trouble, just tell me! What kind of friendship do we have? It's just about making money. Brother, I fully support you!"
"Funding is indeed the biggest hurdle. I recently... just acquired a fairly large piece of land in the eastern suburbs."
"Eastern suburbs? Wasteland?" Kong Laoliu was stunned, obviously not expecting this direction.
Although he had heard some about it, he was not very interested in that piece of land.
"Nowhere, it's deserted. How can anything be accomplished here? It will take a long time to develop."
Lu Qingyang was stunned for a moment. He obviously didn't expect that Kong Laoliu had begun to like the feeling of making quick money since he went to Hong Kong City.
He was obviously not interested in this kind of business that would take a long time to pay off.
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