Chapter 528: Lured into the Trap

"Wait, what did you just say? Repeat that!" The little demoness Liu Zixuan instantly realized something.

Su Yang said with a straight face, "Did I just say this is a 100-million-yuan project? Is there a problem with that?"

The little demoness Liu Zixuan exploded directly: "You told me it was a 100-million-yuan profit, which is why I rushed over here without stopping. Now you're telling me the project investment itself is only 100 million? How much money can that even make!"

Su Yang said, "Look at you, can't you be a bit more broad-minded? Don't always talk about money. When business reaches a certain level, it's about giving back to society. Only by giving back to society can you receive greater returns."

"Let me put it this way: have you read wuxia novels? For example, the higher your martial arts cultivation, the more you need corresponding Buddhist teachings to neutralize it. If you only cultivate martial arts, you will eventually fall into demonic obsession."

"Of course, if you feel unhappy now and insist on quitting, that's not impossible. I can't force you to do this."

"Because the project funds were originally blocked by people applying for commissions. The promised 50 million is now not a cent to be had; they insist on waiting until the bidding is complete. I had no choice but to find Director Qiao of the Railway Eighth Bureau. He will provide 30 million as the first batch of startup capital."

"If it really doesn't work, I'll just have him find people in the circle to do it. Anyway, there are plenty of large organizations that want to do charity, let alone those wanting to make money. Starting a project in a small place like ours and getting it reported by national newspapers and television—isn't that gaining both fame and fortune?"

Liu Zixuan had already exploded, but upon hearing that Qiao Yinyuan was also investing in this project, she forcibly suppressed her plan to leave.

That's right, in their circle, making money is important, and reputation is also important, but neither is as important as connections.

The relationship between the Old Liu family and the Qiao family was not very good to begin with. Now, Old Master Liu's strength can help Fang Runan get into the Organization Department, all to provide huge assistance for Liu Zhengyang's future rise.

However, truly taking a step up to a ministerial-level position or even higher is not something he can accomplish alone; at the very least, he needs the help of the Qiao family.

Moreover, according to his calculations, by the time Liu Zhengyang takes that step up, Comrade Zhou Weiguo might already have a say in such matters—after all, a 50-year-old head of a major economic province's government will logically become the top leader in three to five years, and the next step might be entering the capital.

By then, with the addition of Old Master Qiao, Old Master Zhou, and Zhou Weiguo himself, one can imagine how heavy their influence will be.

It is easy for a wealthy family in the capital to cultivate a bureau-level official, but it is quite difficult to go any higher. In this regard, it depends on individual political achievements and ability, and on the other hand, it must have corresponding support.

After all, in their view, anything below the bureau level is just the initial development stage; everyone won't hinder each other, and the leaders above won't care. But once one reaches the vice-ministerial threshold, it can be said that the whole country is one chessboard, and it is not something anyone can do as they please.

A young and strong faction member like Comrade Zhou, who can advance by leaps and bounds, does so entirely because his own political achievements are outstanding, he has grasped the intentions of the upper-level leaders, and his governing concepts have been recognized by those above. Otherwise, wanting to be the head of a major economic province's government at 50, relying solely on family support would be hopeless.

If Qiao Yinyuan is participating in this project, then he has no reason not to participate—at the very least, it counts as an indirect cooperation with them, and in the future, this matter can be taken out as a link for connection.

Su Yang watched the changing expressions on Liu Zixuan's face and knew what this little cow was thinking. He understood these descendants in the capital too well; this group of people is full of thoughts on how to maximize their own interests and family interests, having learned these things from a young age. Seeing those eyes rolling around, she must be thinking about how to win this project.

He struck while the iron was hot and said, "Although we can be considered friends, I can't force you in this matter, as there isn't much profit in it. This is a poor place, and almost every penny has been calculated; even then, it might not be enough in the end. Otherwise, forget it, I'll let my aunt find someone."

"If it's really hard to handle, I'll call Uncle Zhou and see if he can introduce one from Jiangnan Province."

Liu Zixuan immediately said, "I say, you are looking at people through a crack in the door! How do you know I don't want to sincerely win this project? Otherwise, why would I run all this way? Wouldn't it be better for me to eat, drink, and be merry in the capital and sleep until I wake up naturally? No matter what, I, Liu Zixuan, have decided on this project!"

Seeing Liu Zixuan completely lured into the trap, Su Yang continued to increase the intensity: "Good, I didn't realize that Miss Liu is also an outstanding youth who is concerned about the country and the people, willing to pay for the common people, and willing to give back to society."

"However, it's not that easy for you to win it. This is a public tender. You should know that such projects have been eyed by many people since the preparation for the project began. Although the profit is not much, if you encounter those unscrupulous people who cut corners, shrink the materials above, and deduct the workers' wages below, you can still make a significant amount of money inside and out."

"Some people have even let out the word that once the bidding officially starts, they will definitely win it. I am also quite troubled now. There are some people I cannot afford to offend, and it is not easy to offend them. In any case, I am still in our province, still in Huatian Town, and still have to continue serving the people step by step from here."

Liu Zixuan curled her lips: "Alright, alright, stop singing high-sounding tunes here. I've heard plenty of these words since I was a child. Everyone says 'serve the people,' but it turns out they are basically serving themselves. What are the people? They are just something to take a bite of when you think of them, and cast aside when you don't."

"I've already thought about it on the way here. In your Ganzhou Province, the person most likely to meddle in this project and say they will definitely win it is mostly that sucker Tian Xiaofei."

"He had better not jump around here this time, otherwise I'll make him regret being born! By the way, once the bidding starts, we will not participate in the bidding directly through Director Luo's company, because the target is too big and others will guess it."

"We will find an unknown small company to participate in the bidding directly. At the same time, you have to find a way to increase the deposit for this bidding, at least one million per company. When the bidding is over, we will return it slowly, preferably dragging it out for half a year or a year. I want to let Tian Xiaofei reach his hand in and go out crying! And at that time, at the bidding site, I will also leave him a big surprise!"

Su Yang said to himself: It was really the right choice to let Liu Zixuan come this time. If someone else were found to win this project, it shouldn't be a big problem, but wanting to make Tian Xiaofei suffer on the spot, others would disdain to do such things, and even if they did, the effect would not be as good as this little demoness Liu Zixuan. ===== CHAPTER 529 =====