Spark

Chapter 419: The Long-Buried Chess Piece

Meanwhile, Texas, 555 Fulton headquarters.

Zhang Lilun was sitting in the office, and opposite him was sitting a man who he least expected to meet, but was vaguely looking forward to meeting.

As long as this man appears, it means that his peaceful life is about to be broken.

But at the same time, it also means that another huge opportunity will be placed in front of him.

In the past few years, the development of 555Fulton, or R\u0026F Group, was actually the work of this man and the organization behind him.

From a fringe cheap real estate company that was about to go bankrupt and liquidated at the beginning, to one of the best commercial real estate groups in the United States, the support he received cannot be simply described in terms of money.

It is undeniable that Zhang Lilun is grateful to this organization.

But at the same time, there was also a deep fear in his heart.

Because he knows that if this man wants to, he can take away everything he already has at any time, and even drive himself into the abyss directly

And this man is Lu Qing, the person in charge of R\u0026F Group's investment business in the United States assigned by Huaxia State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission.

Zhang Lilun's eyes flickered.

After hesitating for a moment, he spoke, and continued the previous topic:

".So this year's financial report data is basically like this."

"Overall, our cash flow is still abundant - this is mainly due to the fiscal policy of the US in recent years."

"Although real estate is not yet the backbone of the entire national economy, it does play an important role."

"Because of our good project and asset base, the loan amount given to us by the bank is far higher than the average level of the industry."

"As of now, the funds that can be mobilized on our books are about 40 billion U.S. dollars --- if bank resources are considered, this number should be magnified by 5 times to 10 times."

"The thing is though, we need a proper project to pivot from."

"That is to say, the large-scale acquisition project you just mentioned must be established in an environment of open operation."

"At the same time, we also need to have a relatively complete business plan to clarify commercial returns."

"Only in this way can we gain the trust of US officials and attract state governments to join the game."

Hearing his words, Lu Qing nodded slightly, but instead of following the topic, he said in an approving tone:

"In the past few years, you have done a good job and basically achieved the goals required by the organization."

"At the same time, in terms of ideological control, we are relatively at ease."

"Although you are beautiful, we can all see where your heart is."

"I still hope that in the future, R\u0026F Group, or our 555Fulton, can continue to maintain the previous way of doing things, make persistent efforts, and create greater glories."

Zhang Lilun's eyes froze slightly, and he could tell that these seemingly light words were actually full of deep meaning.

Is this beating yourself?

It doesn't seem to be the case, after all, in the past few years, I really didn't dare to do anything to be sorry for the organization.

Take it as a sincere compliment.

So, a smile appeared on his face, and his tone relaxed a little.

"I don't need to tell you about this."

"To be honest, I did get confused before."

"But no matter what, I can be considered a smart person-now that the situation in various countries has developed to this extent, can't I still not see the difference?"

"The locomotive of development has changed. If I don't keep up with the rhythm, it will be really unforgivable."

Lu Qing nodded again and replied:

"It's good that you know that—then let's go back to the previous topic."

"With regard to the large-scale mergers, reorganizations and acquisitions of major US companies, our response plan is also clear."

"This country will undergo tremendous changes in a short period of time. Since we have already buried chess pieces, we have to make good use of them."

"So, the tasks assigned to you by the organization are actually reasonable."

"There may be a little difficulty in the implementation process, but overall, the difficulty should not be great."

"We hope that, within two weeks, you will be able to submit a report explaining the follow-up plan."

"And in the next two months, we will start our first phase of the project."

"As for the few issues you mentioned, you don't need to worry too much. Even if it is operated in an open environment, there is no risk to us or to R\u0026F Group."

"After all, it's just a purely commercial act."

Hearing this, Zhang Lilun couldn't help laughing.

Commercial activity?

Whose business behavior will be decided and implemented by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission?

Essentially, in order to drive a nail into the future political structure, it has to be packaged as a commercial investment. It is estimated that those who notice it can only say "know everything".

However, of course, there is no need to say such things in front of Lu Qing.

Therefore, he skipped the potentially controversial topic of "business conduct" and continued to discuss key issues of implementation with him.

"There is basically no problem in submitting a plan within two weeks, but it is a big problem to start a plan within two months."

"It's not a question of funding and execution, it's that there is no target."

"Currently, because there are too many in Washington, all 48 states in the territory are sweeping goods, and basically all the bids that can be won have been won, or have entered the negotiation process."

"We need to spend a lot of time to screen suitable targets - you also know that if we don't get key targets, it will be very detrimental to our subsequent development."

Hearing this, Lu Qing nodded in agreement.

In fact, just as Zhang Lilun thought, the essence of controlling R\u0026F Group's large-scale mergers and acquisitions in the United States is because Chinese officials have seen the changes in the United States, and they are trying to grab a place in this change through capital means.

To achieve this, it is necessary to ensure that R\u0026F Group's acquisitions are separated from the simple purpose of profit, and pursue a higher level of "influence".

What are the influential industries?

Agriculture, new technology, biomedicine, infrastructure heavy industry, military industry, energy.

These are all suitable directions, but the military industry and energy are firmly controlled by the government, and the volume of biomedicine is too small and has been divided up.

The wave of mergers and acquisitions of technology companies is indeed surging, but most of the targets have already been reserved by oligarchs.

Therefore, the optional targets are only agriculture and infrastructure and heavy industry.

There are more wolves and less meat. Banks and financial institutions across the United States are frantically grabbing chips with various big companies, and R\u0026F may not be able to snatch them.

However, for this point, the superiors have actually already made plans.

"Let's start with Yellowstone."

"We have learned that the negotiation between Huangshi and Tyson Group is not smooth."

"Although they have reached an agreement in name, the original controller of Yellowstone Farm is extremely dissatisfied with the content of the agreement."

"He's looking at ways to get the farm back - this is our chance."

"We can give them a better offer and better execution conditions."

"As long as it is taken down, it will form a demonstration effect, and the subsequent agricultural and animal husbandry industries can refer to it for implementation."

"And, this is also consistent with our plan - after all, what we want is the right to speak in the fields of agriculture and food."

Zhang Lilun frowned suddenly.

Yellowstone?

That's not an easy target.

Although the location of Yellowstone Farm is in Wyoming, the people there are as tough as they are in Texas.

Their previous conflict with the Tyson Group even caused considerable casualties.

This is a civilized society. It's just an ordinary business negotiation. How could someone use a gun to negotiate?

He hesitated.

"Huangshi. This target is really suitable, and it can be used as a start-up project."

"However, if we intervene, we will not only have to face the resistance of Huangshi itself, but also bear the hostility of the Tyson Group. This."

"The road itself is bloody."

Lu Qing interrupted.

"This is the westward movement of the new era, and it is impossible not to pay a price."

"555 Fulton is not defenseless, is it?"

"In addition, we can arrange a group of legal armed forces for your use."

"Legal?! What way?"

Zhang Lilun asked in shock.

It is not difficult to get weapons, but to get legal arms in the United States?

This is a bit of a fantasy.

"We once got 0.4% of Lockheed Martin's shares, controlled by the Guinea Joint Development Fund."

"In the past few years, this part of the shares has been transferred many times, and finally invested in Lockheed Martin Security."

Loma Security

One of the best comprehensive defense solutions companies in the United States.

Zhang Lilun looked at Lu Qing dumbfounded.

He remembered this unremarkable news.

This happened when Lockheed Martin was audited due to suspected leaks. For a long time, no one doubted the "insider information" of this fund registered in the Cayman Islands and whose funds were controlled by African warlords and wealthy businessmen. .

"So how far have you guys grown?"

Zhang Lilun asked.

"That's not something you should care about. In short, we can provide you with enough support."

"How does it work?"

"Commercialization, you hire, Lockheed Martin Security works."

"Understood"

Zhang Lilun nodded solemnly.

"If that's the case, then we've got nothing to worry about. Two months -- no, one month, we can take Yellowstone."

"good."

A smile appeared on Lu Qing's face again.

"Let's do it!"

A few days later, Yellowstone Farm.

John Dutton held his Colt pistol tightly in his hand, and the expression on his face was full of solemnity and vigilance.

He originally thought that after agreeing to the Tyson Group's acquisition plan, the matter would finally come to an end.

Yes, I gave up the farm that my ancestors had kept for hundreds of years. In a sense, I also lost the foundation of this country.

But anyway, times are always changing, aren't they?

As Weiss said, a new era is coming, and the old man himself obviously can't adapt to the rhythm of that kind of high-intensity confrontation.

Retiring after success and leaving opportunities for the children may be the best choice.

Therefore, he started the negotiation with Tyson Company in good faith, but he never thought that the other party's greed far exceeded his imagination.

Not only were the original execution conditions in the purchase agreement overturned, they even used the purchase contracts of other farms as an example to try to completely separate the Dutton family from the farm operation!

No shares are given at all, and they are not allowed to stay within the original farm range.

The only thing they can do is to pack their luggage, leave Yellowstone, leave Wyoming, go to New York, go to Manhattan, and be a rich "rich man".

Dutton absolutely cannot accept this.

So, he had to get his farm back.

Either legally or illegally.

Wes didn't buy into the idea. For him, the money had been received and the deal was over.

But how can it end?

This is not a simple money transaction at all.

Wes, who was unwilling to continue to mix in, took his family and left Yellowstone, leaving only Case and himself, still struggling.

John sometimes finds it ironic that the split of the farm will actually split his family.

Thinking of this, he let out a long sigh.

Then, he opened his mouth and said to Case standing aside:

"Son, thank you for staying."

Case nodded silently, his eyes still scanning the pasture ahead sharply.

The scorched black traces are scattered in the line of sight, recording the battles that took place there.

There was a bullet bruise on his left arm, but fortunately, this did not affect his movement.

"We need to find a way to gather more strength. It is not easy to rely on us alone, let alone take back the farm, or even keep our home."

"Now, we have been completely listed as an illegal organization. It won't be long before the Tyson Group will directly mobilize the state police to deal with us."

"Only by reaching a balance with them as soon as possible can we have the possibility of further negotiations"

Hearing Case's words, John sighed heavily.

Gather more power?

Where is there additional power that can be borrowed.

Other farmers?

They have already compromised?

Indian?

They can't take care of themselves.

As for other civil armed organizations, those people just love to play with guns, and they will definitely not take legal risks.

Who else?

John's mind was in a mess, but at this moment, a convoy suddenly drove over in his sight.

A strange team that definitely does not belong to Tyson's company.