Chapter 404: Lou Xiao'e Has Arrived

Yang Qing nodded, realizing he had not thought it through; he shouldn't have gone straight to meet the other party.

But since he had agreed, he had to go; otherwise it would be giving no face and damaging relations.

Even if the other party intentionally set a trap for you, you must still go and smile through it.

In the afternoon, Kun thought Yang Qing had come to discuss goods with him.

Who knew that when Yang Qing showed up, he kept urging him to eat and drink, not giving Kun a chance to speak the whole time.

It wasn't until Kun was drunk and passed out that it ended.

Only the next day, when an unknown person found him and began discussing goods, did Kun realize things had been settled.

However, the matter had nothing to do with Many Stars.

Kun inevitably went to Lao Cai to complain.

Lao Cai wore a deadpan face the whole time.

"How could it be? Many Stars couldn't possibly be smuggling; you're just talking nonsense."

"Take your leave, I won't see you off."

Kun was left feeling utterly depressed by those two.

Doing business involves so many twists and turns, and the other party's flawless conduct also made Kun feel he had learned something.

He vaguely felt that their approach was correct.

Afterwards, he started using his brain when doing things, and even hired a college student to act as a white paper fan.

This let him live safely to old age.

Yang Qing also became much more careful after this lesson.

This place, Gangdao, is like an arena of beasts; all kinds of underhanded tactics exist, and one can easily fail to grow if careless, with too many monsters and demons around.

He intends to walk the proper path from now on, so he won't get too involved with gangs.

When he started Toutiao News, it was because his foundation was too shallow and he needed to borrow strength.

Now he himself is his own foundation; there's no need to rely on gangs for comfort.

Of course, completely leaving is impossible; this place, gangs are a livelihood safeguard, and about half the people in Gangdao have some connection to them.

After this incident, Yang Qing also came to trust He Jun even more.

He even kept his subsequent development plans in his mind from being revealed, for he couldn't let He Jun become his puppet; he needed to train him.

Moreover, his energy is limited; he only needs to be ready to take over the company at any time, and other matters he can ignore.

He Jun's strong ability let Yang Qing gradually shift his gaze away from Many Stars.

Half of Many Stars' funds deposited are enough to meet the development needs of Great Song Bank and the Imperial City.

As for developing real estate, one can go to HSBC for loans, establish relations early, and it will be very useful later.

Slowly, 65 years passed and 66 arrived.

Starting in January, people began to come out from the Mainland in a steady stream.

Yang Qing went to China Resources again; Yang Lin returned, and the person he met was someone else.

They talked for a whole day before Yang Qing returned home.

February 25.

Lou Bancheng came to Gangdao, and Lou Xiao'e also came over.

After Lou Xiao'e stepped onto the dock, she anxiously looked around.

Chen Hong had been waiting early with Yang Qing.

Lou Bancheng had his own connections; after meeting Yang Qing, he exchanged a few pleasantries and then left with the person who came to pick him up.

Yang Qing didn't mind; he and Lou Bancheng weren't acquainted, and he came to meet the ship only for Lou Xiao'e's sake.

After Lou Xiao'e chatted with Chen Hong for a while, she had to reluctantly say goodbye.

Chen Hong happily waved goodbye to her.

"I opened a Supreme Ultimate gym; when you're free, come find me there."

Lou Xiao'e waved her hand.

"I will go."

Chen Xueru and Xu Huizhen felt a sense of urgency.

The Lou family had arrived, and many more people had come during this period.

Those who settled began to familiarize themselves with Gangdao, and then, as if they had planned it all along, they opened various companies.

During this period, Great Song Bank's corporate accounts increased significantly, and deposits began to rise sharply.

Of course, the money couldn't all be kept here; the bulk still goes to big banks like HSBC, and Great Song being able to grab a tenth is already not bad.

Afterwards, there were also many small partners from the Bank of China, waiting to be fed.

As for Yuandong's He Da, forget it; it's tightly controlled by HSBC, and few would deposit there.

Returning home, Chen Xueru and Xu Huizhen blocked Yang Qing.

Chen Xueru flirted and clung to Yang Qing's side.

"No way, I don't care; you must think of a solution for me."

Xu Huizhen also couldn't help but say.

"The children are now in school, I have plenty of time, Gangdao is a bit complicated, I want to hear your opinion."

Yang Qing looked up at Chen Hong, signaling her to manage Chen Xueru.

Chen Hong turned her head, pretending not to see.

She realized that Yang Qing likes older women.

One is three years older than her, one Qin Huairu is five years older, one Chen Xueru is seven years older, each older than the last.

Chen Xueru's wolfish ambitions, she had known long ago; on the way here, she laid all her cards on the table.

She couldn't be bothered to manage them, anyway she wouldn't give them a title.

(They're all old, not much of a threat, that's also an important reason.)

This is what Yang Qing promised her.

(Nowadays in Gangdao you can still take many wives.)

Moreover, Gangdao is this shitty place; even if she wanted to control it, she probably couldn't.

Those wealthy people, who isn't keeping three wives and four concubines?

Being able to give her the assurance of no title, she's already satisfied.

Chen Xueru, twisting and turning in Yang Qing's embrace, he couldn't hold out for long.

As for Chen Xueru, he really had no ideas about her; this woman has a weird temper, the experience isn't good, not as good as Qin Huairu.

"Stop, stop, stop, I'll say some of my thoughts; you guys think it over, decide whether to do it."

Chen Xueru immediately calmed down.

"Alright, just go ahead and speak."

Xu Huizhen also watched him, waiting for what comes next.

Yang Qing took a sip of tea, suppressing his anger.

"Sister Xueru, you're in the silk business; I think you could also do this."

"But to make luxury goods, real silk, embroidery, spun silk—basically we need to put our top-tier silk techniques to use."

"At Huárun there are cooperative projects with the Mainland; you can make use of the Mainland's countless relevant talents to serve you."

"I think silk dolls are not bad; go see if anyone's making them."

"Also spun-silk scarves, real-silk underwear, pajamas."

"You can also take the essence of traditional clothing, modernize the design, and create a new national-style brand—for example, the horse-face skirt would be very suitable."

"As for how to do it specifically, you're the professional; you're better than me."

Chen Xueru, already lost in thought as Yang Qing spoke, she's adept at this, but high-end tailors are hard to find; the skilled ones all have their own shops.

Now Yang Qing has given her an idea.

"Among the people Yang Qing brought, is there a tailor?"

Yang Qing shook his head, indicating he didn't know.

"You should go ask at Huárun."

Afterward, Yang Qing turned his gaze to Xu Huizhen.

"As for Sister Huizhen, the tavern in Gangdao is too complicated; I reckon Elder Brother Cai wouldn't agree either."

Xu Huizhen nodded.

"I've already told him; he indeed disagrees."

"Yang Qing, what good ideas do you have?"

Yang Qing spoke up.

"I think you could develop toward fast food, restaurants, and hotels."

"Yingjiang has two fast-food chains you can refer to."

"Their names are Kendi Ji and Mo Rang Lao."

"You can copy them directly, or adapt some of our food."

"Also, the Japanese have done well; they came up with a food called instant noodles, you could try that too."

"It should be very profitable."