Chapter 1524: Personal Grudges

"Secretary-General, this is..."

Sha Qizhi hesitated over whether to introduce Li Xuewu to the representative of the Maxhütte Joint Enterprise right now.

"Hello, I am the representative for this negotiation from the Red Star Steel Group, Li Xuewu."

Li Xuewu did not give Sha Qizhi time to hesitate; this was an extremely impolite behavior in front of guests and would also affect the credibility of the various parties.

Seeing him take the initiative to extend his hand, the other party, with the help of an interpreter, shook hands with him and said, "Hello, Maxhütte Joint Enterprise, Karl Brecht."

The surname Brecht was nothing unusual, and the name Karl was even more common, much like Wang Erdan or Zhang Jianguo.

"I have been looking forward to meeting you, Mr. Brecht." Li Xuewu nodded and said, "God knows how difficult this has been."

"I have heard about the encounter of your delegation; it is truly regrettable."

Brecht organized his language very cautiously, being extremely careful with his wording, not wanting to leave Li Xuewu with any handle against him.

Of course, Li Xuewu also did not think he could obtain any important clues or a clear stance from him.

"However, I am even more looking forward to the upcoming talks." During the small talk, Brecht's gaze never left the lounge behind Li Xuewu, his attitude polite yet measured, handled very appropriately.

"I am equally looking forward to it." Li Xuewu smiled slightly, raised his hand to signal, and said, "Our group's General Manager, Li Huai De, is waiting for you in the reception room; we will meet again in the conference room later."

"Mr. Brecht, please this way."

Seeing that the leader had finished the small talk, Sha Qizhi raised his hand to guide them, asking the other party to go see Li Huai De first; this was the original procedure.

Li Huai De was a man who cared about face; in this kind of international cooperation negotiation, how could he miss the opportunity to take photos?

Since he couldn't do it while away, he had to sit in Berlin and command the comrades in battle.

This meeting and negotiation had already been arranged at the hotel, and he would not miss it; otherwise, he wouldn't be able to write or publish the press release after returning.

He couldn't really write in the newspaper that he sat in the rear, supporting Li Xuewu and the others fighting on the front lines, could he?

The Red Star Steel Group focused on the steel industry, so specifically arranging for the Maxhütte Joint Enterprise to come to Berlin for negotiations and signing was just right.

This way, the press release could also write that he led and participated in the negotiation and signing activities of important projects, and writing other general releases would be much more appropriate.

It was very obvious that the other party also understood this set of rules, so they were very cooperative.

Or rather, the other party also needed this kind of high-level meeting to show, in international cooperation, the importance the cooperative partner placed on them.

Some people ask, what is the significance of this kind of news report?

At present, it has not reached the level of the later generations where "whoever writes it reads it, and whoever is written about reads it"; the propaganda significance is more intense.

Just like the saying goes, it is not important who appears in the newspaper often; it is important who hasn't appeared for a long time.

If propaganda is ignored, it is very likely to be "socially dead."

Therefore, group leadership cadres will actively create propaganda opportunities, and the propaganda department will also actively allocate propaganda resources to expound on the leader's attitude toward related work; this is the significance of this kind of news report.

For example, Li Huai De and Li Xuewu meeting with the representative of the Maxhütte Joint Enterprise in succession represented the Red Star Steel Group's importance placed on industrial development and international cooperation; specifically, it was the importance placed on the steel industry, and through the report, related content could certainly be interpreted.

Li Xuewu was the actual protagonist of this negotiation, but only a supporting role in the news report; this supporting role was also his work and duty.

No need to think, when participating in activities together with Li Huai De, the protagonist of the news report must be Old Li, followed by the space regarding him, and the space would not be too long, perhaps even only the words "Group Secretary-General Comrade Li Xuewu accompanied" at the end.

Then, conversely, does Li Xuewu need this kind of propaganda resource and news report form?

The answer is yes; when he is responsible for related business work, he will reduce this kind of propaganda, or even tilt these resources to the grassroots.

But after assuming the position of Secretary-General of the Group Management Committee, he actively changed this mentality and idea because he needed influence.

When responsible for business work, too much influence would directly affect his work; after he is at a certain height, able to control and mobilize this influence to assist his work, this is the best time to actively participate and increase news propaganda exposure.

This counts as a kind of workplace philosophy.

What Sha Qizhi admired most about Li Xuewu was this point: his mind was transparent, and he did things without a single drop leaking.

How to allocate resources for this kind of activity, whether to be active or cooperative, is a quiz that tests a cadre's resilience and character.

Li Xuewu's approach could be called a model.

Not participating in Li Huai De's meeting with the other party, but meeting with the other party in the conference room—those who understand, understand; the sense of proportion was quite seasoned.

Just watching him actively resolve the awkwardness of the sudden meeting, even Hohenzollern, who was standing in the lounge waiting for him, couldn't help but nod.

"Mr. Hohenzollern, I can choose to forgive your offense just now because you are Ms. Anna's father; I understand your feelings. However!"

Li Xuewu returned to the lounge, squinting his eyes slightly as he looked at the other party and emphasized: "This is not a reason or excuse for you to impose your intentions on me."

"I have never feared anything; I believe you understand my words."

Seeing the other party wanted to speak, he pointed his finger vaguely and said with increased tone: "But I want to explain one more sentence to you: I have no intention of being an enemy to anyone; our purpose in coming to East Germany is to exchange and learn, do you understand?"

"In my view, Chinese people are synonymous with bravery." Hohenzollern said lightly: "Perhaps I shouldn't have come to see you today."

"Chinese people have never called recklessness bravery; my bravery can be dedicated to comrades-in-arms, to friends."

Li Xuewu grabbed the doorknob and said: "It just won't be used as a gun for others; I wish you a pleasant day, goodbye."

He said a polite sentence and turned to leave without hesitation, not giving the other party any chance to provoke him again.

It seemed Hohenzollern didn't take him seriously, or rather, only regarded him as an ordinary young man, reckless, impulsive, and with a head that easily overheated.

With his status in East Germany, asking such a question, if it were an ordinary young man, he would have already been fantasizing, even daring to think about doing something big.

But in reality?

He wouldn't give any promise, and didn't even express a stance with an official identity; he was wearing a crisp suit now.

If Li Xuewu really felt he had a backer in East Germany and could launch a revenge operation, then he would face a situation of eternal damnation.

Needless to say, he was Anna's father; Li Xuewu first identified him as an important figure in East Germany.

Having said that, Li Xuewu also knew through Anna's conversation that the current view of the German public toward the troops had a lot to say.

Li Xuewu didn't intend to stay in East Germany for a long time, and didn't feel there was any monstrous wealth to be utilized here, so he had absolutely no interest in getting involved.

Simply put, he was not controlled by the other party, nor was he utilized by the other party; don't think about kidnapping him with his attitude toward Anna.

This person didn't even think: he could reach this point today, daring to slaughter in all directions on the train, and still couldn't see through his tricks?

Another important point that kept Li Xuewu's mind clear was that the overall situation was precious.

What is the big picture?

The big picture is to smoothly introduce the technology negotiated in East Germany, maintain the trade cooperation relationship, do the work well, and secure the gains.

During this period, any personal emotions and grievances must be endured; besides, he has no grievances at all. Those dead bodies carried off the train had long since borne his grievances and anger, and he is in a very good mood now.

Of course, some might say Anna's father is underhanded, but Li Xuewu didn't pay much attention to it, because he isn't exactly a good person either.

Anna's father wanted to use him, but he also used Anna; if you really want to talk about it, he was the one who took advantage.

However, one thing must be made clear: it is thanks to his upright character, his self-restraint, his tenacity, and his innocence that he didn't get into any romantic entanglements with this "silly, sweet, and white" Anna. Otherwise, this Mr. Hohenzollern would have come to talk to him in the capacity of a cheap father-in-law, and by then, he would have been helpless and unable to voice his grievances.

Is Anna good-looking?

Li Xuewu won't lie to himself; he appreciates this kind of healthy beauty very much, but does he necessarily have to possess it?

Not necessarily, and it's even completely unnecessary.

When he walks down the street, he also uses an appreciative gaze to observe girls who like to wear bright skirts, but he is not a lecher who wants every one of them.

Li Xuewu will not look at girls through colored glasses, and he will certainly not abandon his principles because of a girl with a different skin color.

If you don't understand, look up "Sigma male."

Anna is a "silly, sweet, and white" girl. Li Xuewu using her is also for her own good—he got her merits and awards, and he broadened her experience. Setting aside the fact that he used Anna, just tell me if he is a good person or not!

Hohenzollern saw through this intention of his, which is why he came to probe and try to use him a little.

This kind of person might not be willing to sell his daughter, but he is willing to use his daughter as bait to fish for that kind of "silly fish."

Li Xuewu has long seen this kind of person; isn't Qin Huairu just like that?

How many steamed buns has she eaten from those men in the workshop, but have you heard of anyone who got to eat her "steamed buns"?

According to Qin Huairu, it's not appropriate to give them to anyone, so nobody should eat them; this way everyone is happy, and she is happy too.

Hohenzollern also wants to play the fishing game and might even want to borrow the "east wind" of the visiting delegation Li Xuewu is in to achieve certain goals. Can Hohenzollern take advantage of Li Xuewu?

He is truly delusional; he should go to the hutongs to ask around—it has always been him taking advantage of others; who could ever take advantage of him?

That's right, he has to go see Anna tonight, because Anna, with her asymmetrical fracture, still has utility value; he cannot let her go.

Don't think crookedly! He's not trying to attempt those strange positions you're thinking of! He is a decent person!

"We want stainless steel smelting technology."

When the negotiation meeting reached a point of substantive progress, Li Xuewu stated the purpose of his side in this negotiation straightforwardly.

This actually stunned the other side. They had just entered the meeting room, hadn't even sat for three minutes, and the chairs weren't even warm yet, and you've already hit the main point?

Isn't it said that the Chinese are relatively reserved, don't express their demands directly, and only go around in circles?

"We have already obtained the full set of stainless steel pipe rolling and smelting technology at the Riesa Steel Plant, and now we are still missing a part."

Li Xuewu completely disrupted the rhythm of today's negotiation. Every sentence he spoke was the absolute truth, and the other side was a bit unable to handle it.

"We can provide three forms: technology exchange, cash introduction, and third-party cooperation, but we do not accept the method of technical cooperation."

He placed his hands crossed on the open notebook and looked at the members of the other side's delegation to state the basic demands of Red Steel.

The representatives and heads of the Maxhütte United Enterprise looked at each other, and Karl Brecht eventually responded.

"We are more inclined toward cash sales."

Seeing that Li Xuewu was very straightforward, he didn't cover up anymore and said frankly: "However, we would all like to hear about the other two plans."

Sha Qizhi was sitting on Li Xuewu's left hand side; at this moment, the corner of his mouth twitched, and he couldn't help but want to laugh.

How does that saying go?

The fish in this pond are truly easy to catch; you can catch them just by picking up a tree branch. The most superb technique is often returning to simplicity.

Who said the Secretary-General doesn't set traps? Who said the Secretary-General is straightforward and has no schemes? Sometimes, being straightforward is also a scheme.

Look, now the other side has also followed suit and revealed their bottom line. As long as the other side asks, they will definitely fall into the pit.

Listen to that sentence the leader just said: "do not accept technical cooperation." Just that one sentence stunned the other side.

Many member units of the visiting delegation were afraid that the East German side would be reluctant to part with the technology, so they mostly settled for the next best thing, achieving technology introduction in the form of technical cooperation. It's a loss, but in this day and age, how many people don't suffer losses when learning technology? They were used to it.

But Li Xuewu doesn't suffer losses; at least, he doesn't suffer this kind of loss.

"If it is technology exchange, there are still many directions we can provide, such as hardware industry, such as alloy technology."

Sha Qizhi very cooperatively handed over the technology exchange catalog, asking the other side to listen while looking.

"The hardware industry belonging to our group has a very good development momentum, and our products cover Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia; I can guarantee this point."

Li Xuewu nodded and continued to introduce: "We also have a certain amount of technical accumulation in the alloy industry field, for example, special alloy steel, for example, special profile steel, etc."

He made a brief introduction according to the catalog. Because there were many items in the technology catalog, the introduction time was also a bit long, enough for the other side to see these technologies completely.

It's just that when he finished speaking and the other side finished looking, Li Xuewu failed to see an expression of satisfaction or surprise on the other side.

"If it is third-party cooperation, then the direction is a bit narrow. We have sales channels in Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia, we have sales channels in the mainland, and we also have advantages in international trade."

"International trade?" Karl frowned upon hearing this and said with some confusion: "We are the steel industry department and have never participated in international trade work."

"Of course, this is also what I want to say; these options are still a bit immature." Li Xuewu nodded understandingly and said: "Because of the cooperative relationship, our group controls certain food resources in Southeast Asia such as sugar, canned goods, snacks, and coffee."

"Of course, you might not need them."

As if he hadn't noticed the other side's expression and gaze of surprise, Li Xuewu spread his hands and said: "Let's talk about cash transactions instead..."

"Wait—Mr. Li—"

Karl reacted, waved his hand, and said: "Perhaps we can talk about food trade; we are relatively interested in this project."

"Oh? Doesn't your side not do international trade?" Li Xuewu flipped through the documents in his hand in confusion and said: "Did I remember it wrong?"

"No, you didn't remember it wrong. We didn't have international trade business before, but we will have it soon."

Karl Brecht flipped his palms and said in a slightly helpless tone: "I believe you also know that our industrial enterprises are currently facing some difficulties, and we are also trying to solve these problems."

"Of course, of course, international trade is a good choice." Li Xuewu seemed a bit slow, as if he hadn't reacted to the other side's changed attitude, and asked hesitantly: "Then you..."

"Sugar, or coffee, both are fine."

Karl Brecht said seriously: "If the canned goods you mentioned suit the tastes of our Western population, that's also fine."

"Vegetables? Sweet corn? Sweet beans?"

Hearing that the other side was interested in canned goods, Li Xuewu tried to mention a few; these were the answers he had screened.

"Of course, these are no problem."

Karl Brecht waved his hand and said: "You might not know that all Western European countries lack sugar and coffee."

What he said was both right and wrong. Some Western European countries lack sugar and coffee, but some countries can obtain sufficient resources through trade.

For example, the UK, for example, France. Chantal had never told him that France also lacked things like coffee.

Of course, this also has to do with the Santaya Group operating many coffee plantations in the Southeast Asian region; it is impossible for France to lack coffee.

What about West Germany?

West Germany also lacks them, but they can exchange for these resources through extensive trade and their status.

Only East Germany, even the "Big Brother" Soviet Union, lacks these materials; where would there be a share for them?

World sugar production and coffee production are increasing year by year, but they won't increase suddenly, so a shortage is always a shortage.

"But this falls under the category of third-party cooperation."

Seeing that he had taken the bait, Li Xuewu revealed his true intentions and said: "We won't be the direct supplier of sugar and coffee, but canned goods can be."

"In terms of cargo transshipment and trade, there might be the participation of Western countries. Can your side accept this situation?"

"Is that so?" Very cautiously, the representatives of the Maxhütte United Enterprise frowned one after another. They would rather starve to death than be beaten to death for standing on the wrong side.

So after hesitating, Karl Brecht frowned and asked: "Can we know which countries will be involved?"

"France, we have deep cooperation with a French enterprise."

Li Xuewu introduced frankly: "They have extensive sugar and coffee plantation industries in Southeast Asia..."

"Oh—France—"

Before he finished speaking, he saw that the several people opposite him visibly relaxed, as if they had put down a sudden worry.

However, what did that tone of "France—" mean?

As a man, Li Xuewu seemed to have read something into it. Could it be that these old guys also had deep cooperation with France when they were young?

Just like the one he had with the Santaya Group President Chantal...

"I think we need to discuss the details of international trade in detail and exchange opinions."

Karl Brecht said with a smile: "I believe your side is prepared to participate in the trade discussion meeting held today and will bring this part of the resources to the meeting for cooperation, right?"

"If your side is willing, the Maxhütte United Enterprise can take on all your trade requests."

"But—" Seeing that the fish had taken the bait, Li Xuewu hurriedly pulled back a bit; he couldn't keep letting out the line, fearing the fish would unhook.

"As a heavy industry steel enterprise, can the Maxhütte United Enterprise undertake so many trade projects?"

"Don't doubt our sincerity."

Karl Brecht smiled and spread his hands, explaining: "Maxhütte United Enterprise, you know from the name, we are actually an enterprise with a joint management mechanism, and we still have a certain amount of capability."

He pointed his finger at Li Xuewu and emphasized: "Especially in terms of heavy industry and steel industry, I believe there will be many contents that can be realized in our future cooperation direction."

There was no need to say it too clearly; Li Xuewu had already understood the olive branch thrown out by the other side.

A steel industry enterprise alliance, controlling many steel plants, not thinking about developing industry, but instead having ideas about trade.

If it were an exchange between heavy industry and light industry, that would still be one line of thinking, but these guys are thinking of exchanging technology for sugar and coffee; isn't this magical enough?

What are sugar and coffee used for?

These are things that provide happiness to humanity; they are spiritual consumables. The other side is willing to use this opportunity to open up international trade channels through technology exchange.

It must be said, back when Old Li hadn't "opened his wisdom" and was acting like a jerk, he wouldn't have dared to make such a decision. Li Xuewu is truly impressed.

However, this kind of behavior can also fully reflect the social situation and economic structure situation of East Germany at this time.

They didn't inherit much of the traditional craftsmanship, but they learned the "timely pleasure" of the Russians to the fullest in less than 20 years.

Vigilance against the trend of "entertainment to the extreme," vigilance against cultural structure and historical nihilism, will always be the focus of our organization's propaganda work.

Seeing the situation in East Germany at this time, Li Xuewu felt a deep sorrow. He thought about how necessary, timely, and accurate the proposal of the future theory of cultural revitalization and national rejuvenation was.

If they had chosen wrong even once, the East would never have been able to stand at the pinnacle of the world again. This is the advantage of learning and reflection.

"If your side can realize the established trade agreement before March, then at the latest by May, there will be cargo ships full of coffee and sugar arriving at the port designated by your side."

After looking at the agreement prepared by Red Steel, the negotiators of the Maxhütte United Enterprise discussed it among themselves for a few sentences.

Li Xuewu didn't want to waste time, so the agreement he provided was very considerable; they had no need to discuss anything.

In less than five minutes, Karl Brecht made a decision on behalf of the Maxhütte United Enterprise: "I believe this is definitely not our last cooperation. Happy cooperation, Mr. Li."

"Happy cooperation, Mr. Brecht." Li Xuewu stood up and shook hands with the other side with a smile, and the representatives of both sides also stood up.

"You can call me Karl." Just after both sides made the decision, the conference affairs group began to prepare the signing process.

During this period, Karl Brecht showed a different kind of intimate attitude, "Li, we are friends now, right?"

"Of course, it's an honor." Li Xuewu seemed to have read the kindness in the other side's gaze and nodded with a smile.

"You and Mr. Hohenzollern..."

Karl Brecht finally couldn't hold back. Just when the two walked to the window to take a break, he asked this sentence.

Li Xuewu pursed the corners of his mouth and said: "Actually, I'm not familiar with Mr. Hohenzollern; we only met today."

Who was standing in front of Karl Brecht?

This is Li Xuewu, who can be called a master of fishing!

Can his words be without hooks?

Just when Karl Brecht was slightly confused, he threw out another sentence, "He came to find me because of Anna—"

The coincidence was that Li Xuewu only said this much, mentioned Anna's name, but didn't say anything further.

Not only that, the expression on his face was complex enough to give Karl Brecht enough room for imagination.

Even this, Li Xuewu felt it wasn't enough.

"Do you know Mr. Hohenzollern?"

Li Xuewu looked at him and said: "I'm going to visit Anna tonight, and he should be there too. If you are willing..."

"No, no, I've only met him."

Seeing that Li Xuewu actually invited him to go together, Karl Brecht hurriedly waved his hand. Internally, he was both grateful for Li Xuewu's kindness and laughed at himself for not having the ability or courage to dare to go with him.

This time, there was no need to think crookedly; he was the one thinking crookedly.

He didn't know who Anna was, but he could tell the other side's identity from Li Xuewu's words: Hohenzollern's daughter.

And what else could be the reason for a girl's father to come find him personally, and even argue in the lounge?

This young Chinese man in front of him is truly amazing. How many days have they been in East Germany, and they've already managed to cause such a big "disaster."

But looking at it now, it's a blessing, not a disaster.

This Mr. Li can say he is going to visit that Anna tonight, and Mr. Hohenzollern might be there too. What does this explain?

East Germany also has the tradition of meeting the parents!

If you look at it this way, then his decision to carry out long-term cooperation with the Red Star Steel Group is correct.

It's truly fortunate that he was the one who bumped into this scene together with other heads; he didn't need to have things explained clearly, everyone was guessing in their hearts.

From the beginning of the negotiation meeting, everyone looked at this young man with different eyes, and the negotiation went surprisingly smoothly.

In Germany, in the industrial world, Karl Brecht can also be called an old fox; what could he not see?

This kind of decision can be reached quickly because everyone has a calculation in their hearts; they all feel that Mr. Li has a relationship with the Hohenzollern family.

What else is there to discuss? Technology export and the introduction of high-demand materials—did they make the wrong choice?

Rather than saying they invested in a project, it's better to say they are investing in a future.

The Hohenzollern family—there is a reason why they haven't fallen for many years.

"Being able to reach a cooperation agreement so quickly, I believe it is fate." Li Xuewu stood beside Li Huai De, watching him sign the cooperation agreement in person, with accompanying personnel taking photos "click-click," and said to Karl Brecht who stood up with a smile: "I really hope your side can come to China to walk around and take a look."

"Welcome to visit the Red Star Steel Group."

With Li Xuewu's reminder, Old Li took over the conversation and issued an invitation with a smile while exchanging cooperation agreements.

"I believe that in the near future, there will be such a day."

Karl Brecht shook hands with Li Huai De, then shook hands with Li Xuewu, and said: "Mysterious China, excellent industry."

"Why sugar and coffee?"

While accompanying Li Huai De and Li Xuewu to the trade fair, Liu Bin asked this sentence softly on the road.

He participated in the whole negotiation today and was a bit surprised that the Secretary-General's team would prepare such a set of plans.

Li Huai De turned his head to look at the secretary, smiled, and didn't speak.

"Because we want to pull the Santaya Group in."

Seeing that Liu Bin didn't dare to ask Old Li again and looked at him with expectant eyes, Li Xuewu explained with a smile.

Liu Bin was slightly stunned, still didn't understand, walked behind the two, and asked softly: "Does this have any significance?"

"You need to re-study 'On Contradiction'."

Before entering the hall, Li Huai De turned his head and pointed at Liu Bin, then walked toward the exhibition hall.

Li Xuewu patted Liu Bin's arm and explained to him: "We have no foundation here, let alone any advantage in cooperation."

"You can't count on them to do things according to the contract, right?"

"That's so, but—"

Liu Bin followed him inside, knowing the leader was busy, so he seized the time to ask: "Isn't East Germany's attitude toward Western countries tense?"

"Who told you that?" Li Xuewu glanced at him amusedly, pointed to the red wine on the table, and said: "Can you guarantee that red wine with a Moldova label necessarily comes from the Economic Cooperation Organization?"

"France also produces red wine—"

Seeing that Liu Bin didn't understand, he picked up the red wine glass, shook it, and looked at the exhibition areas, wanting to find a suitable target to walk around.

Liu Bin lacks a bit of spirituality compared to Li Haiyang, which also destined him to be inferior to Li Haiyang in the future.

Li Haiyang's father has been working in the finance section, often giving his son political lessons, teaching him from a young age, so he could learn a thing or two.

Li Huai De didn't want to let Li Haiyang go down to train, but he had no choice; if he didn't let him go, it would really delay his future, so he let him go.

It can be seen how thorough Li Haiyang is in doing things; it won't work if the brain can't keep up.

However, Liu Bin also has advantages: steady, cautious, diligent, and dares to ask when he doesn't understand. He saw Li Xuewu's kindness.

"Don't think too complicatedly. This is a kind of interest exchange, it's just that some personal intentions are mixed into the transaction."

Li Xuewu didn't see Old Li's figure, so he took Liu Bin for a stroll and told him about this project by the way.

The secretary Li Huai De can keep by his side is still worth his care, and the other side will also remember his favor.

"You mean..." Liu Bin asked in surprise: "They want to be traitors?"

"Economic cooperation, where do traitors come from—"

Li Xuewu didn't expect this kid to be so straightforward, turned his head to look at him, and said amusedly: "Didn't you read the materials? The trade volume between East Germany and West Germany every year is very large."

"I know, but with France—"

Liu Bin asked in confusion: "I'm a bit puzzled, they could have traded directly between them, right?"

"Yes, that's right, but unfortunately, it's not possible."

Li Xuewu said firmly: "First of all, on the East German side, their trade is restricted, and they can't just do whatever they want."

"Speaking of this, if we talk about this sugar and coffee at the trade fair, who will receive us?"

"It must be East Germany's foreign trade department, right?"

He pointed at Liu Bin and said: "Unfortunately, they can't give us the price we want, let alone pay such a huge price."

"But East German industrial enterprises are different. Even if they get this order, the foreign trade department won't give it to Brecht and their factory, because a steel industrial enterprise has nothing to do with this trade."

Li Xuewu stopped, looked at him, and emphasized: "But it's different now. Brecht and the others want to open this gap and use technology export as a channel, so there is an opportunity to exploit."

"As long as the first order can be reached, I believe that subsequent trade requests will be sent over one after another."

He said decisively: "Just look at the scene, you will know what light industrial and other industrial products East Germany can offer."

Liu Bin looked around, frowned slightly, and said: "They seem to lack a little..."

"Right, lacking necessary life."

Li Xuewu patted his arm, signaled him to walk together, and said: "This is the Soviet Union's means of controlling them."

"Industrial enterprises have a set of independent survival rules. Now that they are forced to take other paths, it also just proves that East Germany's management and system have problems."

"Just like..." Liu Bin suddenly widened his eyes, full of disbelief; there were some things he didn't dare to say.

"No, it's not the same here as it is with us."

Li Xuewu knew what he wanted to say and explained patiently: "We have rich resource reserves, vast land, and depth."

"If we only look at economic development, we have broader development space and foundation, and are not controlled by other aspects."

This last sentence is the key, and it is also the key to waking up Liu Bin.

"So what we want is technology, Brecht wants economy, and the Santaya Group wants to stick a foot into East Germany."

Li Xuewu smiled and said: "Look, all three parties are satisfied, why not do it?"

"Aren't you afraid that the Santaya Group..." Liu Bin leaned closer to him and said softly: "Will cause trouble?"

"What does this have to do with us?"

Li Xuewu glanced at Liu Bin and said: "We only want technology, we lend a name to both of them. If you want to talk about trade, that's us giving the goods to the Santaya Group as compensation trade."

"So anything that happens here has nothing to do with us."

He pointed his finger and said: "If you had observed carefully just now, you would be able to see the greed in the other side's eyes."

"Sugar and coffee are just the starting point. What the Santaya Group can send in the future depends on how the West wants to numb them."

"Aihai, isn't this the Train God of War."

Zhu Xiaolin walked over when he saw him, but these words brought more or less private grievances.

Swearing is truly dirty—

"Director Zhu, you are here too."

Li Xuewu pretended to be pure, looked at him, and asked: "When did you come back? I didn't see you yesterday."

"That's right, listening to your words, I almost didn't come back."

Zhu Xiaolin leaned closer, stared at him, and asked: "Li Xuewu, tell me the truth, were you doing it on purpose when you advised us to go..."

"What are you doing? Playing that social game!"

Li Huai De walked over at this time, looked at Zhu Xiaolin, and said lightly: "You also want to try his skills?"

"It's nothing, Director, Director Zhu is joking with me."

Li Xuewu looked at Old Li with a smile, then looked at Zhu Xiaolin and said: "We also almost fell in Rostock; I didn't expect the situation there to be so complex."

"I believe you have also heard that our trip was not easy."

"Can I believe your words?"

Zhu Xiaolin looked at him, still feeling resentful in his heart, but thinking of Li Xuewu's bad luck, his resentment dissipated.

If it didn't dissipate, what else could he do? He jumped into the pit voluntarily, and the other side didn't explicitly say what was there; it was they themselves who realized it.

As a result, he was still greedy, thinking about making a profit to prolong his life, but didn't expect his own life to almost be lost.

"Isn't there a saying that goes well: a blessing in disguise."

Li Xuewu smiled, looked at him, and asked: "I heard that Beijing Chemical obtained the nitrogen fertilizer production technology and equipment from Rostock."

"If you go to Lubmin, you can also have a blessing in disguise."

Zhu Xiaolin glanced at him impatiently and hummed: "We'll settle this account after we go back."

"Hmm, okay, no problem."

Li Xuewu raised his eyebrows, signaled to Sha Qizhi who walked over, and said: "We just happened to obtain chemical fiber and synthetic resin technology in the Dresden region and are preparing to build a factory in Liaodong. Is Beijing Chemical interested?"

"Don't think that giving us technology can heal the trauma we suffered." The flesh on Zhu Xiaolin's face jumped, and his gaze had already betrayed him. At this moment, his speech was already a bit "burning."

"Who wants to give you technology."

Li Huai De looked at him and said: "It's asking if your factory is interested in cooperating together; don't push your luck."

"I'm pushing my luck?" Zhu Xiaolin was obviously interested, but wanted to use the grievance to ask for more. At this moment, he became shameless.

The head of Beijing Chemical is actually acting like a rascal.

"You tell me, if it weren't for him, could we have been trapped in Lubmin for so long and only obtained one nitrogen fertilizer production technology?"

He pointed at Li Xuewu and said: "If we hadn't listened to him and gone to Dresden, would this technology have been ours?"

"Oh my, look at what you're saying—"

Li Huai De said amusedly: "Don't go, tell the leader, you stay here and be responsible for technology introduction."

"None of us will fight with you, let's see how much you can negotiate."

He turned his head to signal Li Xuewu and said: "See, Director Zhu is not interested. Let's find Liaohua to talk about it later, it's more suitable."

"Li Huai De, you are truly unrighteous—" Zhu Xiaolin pointed at Li Huai De, then looked at Li Xuewu, "And you, pulling people to block bullets, and you only give this little benefit fee?"

"We actually also obtained stainless steel production technology." Li Xuewu asked with a smile: "Why? Is Beijing Chemical willing to cooperate?"

"Isn't it said that you obtained the W50?"

Zhu Xiaolin raised his eyebrows and said: "Why? Supporting us to build an automobile manufacturing plant?"

"Who told you we obtained the W50?"

Li Xuewu looked at him with a strange expression and said: "Didn't you read the briefing after you came back?"

"Tang Rongxuan, the deputy factory director of Chuanqi, you know him, he told me." Zhu Xiaolin seemed to have realized something and frowned, asking: "Why? Didn't you obtain it? They all said you were going to build a factory together."

"Damn—" Li Xuewu looked at Old Li, and they almost started cursing.

He often did this kind of thing of "pulling the tiger's skin to make a banner," but didn't expect that one day he would be the one being pulled.

"Let's go, find Old Tang to resolve some private grievances."