Chapter 400 Don’t accept it
"Chaoxian, don't you think so?"
Lin Zehao had a calm expression, with an elegant and appropriate smile on his lips. Everything seemed normal, no different from the past.
But in Zhou Chaoxian's eyes, Lin Zehao was criticizing him with a meaningful purpose.
"Brother Hao is right. Chaoxian still needs to learn from you in many aspects..."
Although Zhou Chaoxian was not quite clear about the deeper meaning, it did not prevent him from admitting his mistake proactively.
No matter what, you have to get your attitude right first.
"Hahahaha, you're also a wonderful person. Let's have some tea first."
Lin Zehao took the cigar handed to him by Ama, lit it, took a deep breath, and felt the rich aroma flowing in his mouth.
"Try it, it's Cuban, guaranteed to be authentic."
Zhou Chaoxian quickly stood up, took the cigar handed to him by Lin Zehao, and said, "Thank you, Brother Hao."
After lighting it and taking a puff, he knew that this was definitely a top-notch cigar.
Besides, he has never smoked this brand.
Logically speaking, Zhou Chaoxian has a lot of wealth, and he has tried almost all the Cuban cigars on the market, but he still has no impression of them at all.
Thinking of this, he took the cigar in his hand and began to look at it carefully.
After a while, he didn't find any brand logo on the cigar, but he saw a five-pointed emblem-like logo on it. "Brother Hao, what is this?"
Lin Zehao spread his hands and said, "You know what special supply means."
"My Cuban friends told me that not only cigars, but even the most basic food has special specifications."
"Ordinary people and those people are two completely different concepts and two completely different environments."
After hearing this seemingly irrelevant answer, Zhou Chaoxian actually understood it in his mind.
The five-pointed emblem and Cuban cigars, the combination of the two, a name is obvious.
"Brother Hao is really very well-connected. He can even get such top-notch stuff. I really admire him..."
Zhou Chaoxian was not simply flattering, but was admiring him from the bottom of his heart.
Strictly speaking, the two of them took similar paths, and he started many years earlier, but he was still surpassed by the latecomer Lin Zehao.
This is definitely a gap in hard power, and he has no choice but to accept it.
"If you're interested, I'll bring some for you next time you have the chance."
"It's not as difficult as you think. After 500 boxes of cigars are produced and inspected layer by layer, only 200 boxes are left for normal operation."
"In fact, as long as you have money, it is easier to operate in their system."
Lin Zehao just waved his hand, without any arrogance in his eyes, but rather a little lonely.
Hearing this, Zhou Chaoxian couldn't help but sigh and said, "Alas, people nowadays are always complaining about capital controlling everything. In fact, they don't understand that in front of those people, capital is nothing!"
"People like us are just tools that some people use. If they get dirty or we get tired of them, we can just throw them into the trash can. Or even worse, we can just beat them to death with a stick and put an end to it."
"Of course, Brother Hao, you are not among them..."
When talking about this, Zhou Chaoxian also felt a little lonely. Although he seemed to be in a good position, he actually could not truly control his own destiny.
If those people get unhappy one day, they might target him.
This is why he is determined to get the seat of legislator even if he has to give up most of his fortune!
Only in this way can Zhou Chaoxian try to control his own destiny!
"By the way, have you found Hou Liqun's connection?"
Lin Zehao did not continue the previous topic, but changed the subject.
Zhou Chaoxian did not answer immediately. Instead, he weighed the pros and cons before speaking: "To be honest with Brother Hao, he has already agreed to nominate me this time."
He felt that Lin Zehao's network of connections was powerful, and he estimated that even if he didn't say anything, the other party would know about this kind of thing, so he might as well tell the truth, which might leave a good impression on him.
"What's the name of your opponent, Ding Zongshu?"
"For the same donation, he only needs to spend less than 15 million, but you need to spend more than 50 million. Minister Hou is really experienced in judging people and serving them accordingly."
Lin Zehao exhaled a puff of smoke. His tone seemed calm, but there was a meaningful smile on the corner of his mouth.
Zhou Chaoxian, who had not completely let go of his worries, felt his heart skip a beat and his anger rose to his throat when he heard what Lin Zehao said.
However, things have come to this point, and he can only choose to trust Hou Liqun.
Anyway, the outcome will be clear in a few days.
Zhou Chaoxian showed a somewhat ugly smile and said, "Brother Hao, you are too kind. Minister Hou is still very credible in this regard."
His guess was correct. Lin Zehao's network of connections was indeed powerful, and he even knew this kind of information. It seemed that his decision to be honest just now was the right one.
"I personally always value reputation, but for some groups, it is simply irrelevant."
"What is written in the Constitution can be changed at will. Promises are worthless compared to that."
Lin Zehao sighed and asked, "Tell me, why did you come to see me today? It can't be just to chat, right?"
Zhou Chaoxian immediately became serious, and after some consideration, he said cautiously: "Brother Hao, I heard that you won the Binhai Highway project. I wonder if you can subcontract it to me?"
"Of course, I'm not talking nonsense to you. You can take 50% of the profits from this business, and you don't have to do anything. Just leave everything to me."
Any project involving engineering involves this kind of operation, commonly known as subcontracting.
Various one-pack, two-pack, three-pack, etc. are no longer surprising.
"You've offered such generous conditions, I don't think I have any reason to refuse."
After a pause, Lin Zehao continued, "I heard that you made your fortune from video games. I happen to have some trendy machines here. I wonder if you are interested?"
"I only charge 20% of the fee for each machine to ensure that everyone is fair and honest."
Zhou Chaoxian understood immediately, without even asking what machine it was. He just waved his hand and said, "It's rare that Brother Hao is willing to let me play with it. I'll buy a thousand machines first. If the subsequent effect is good, I promise to order more!"
He does indeed play an important role in Taiwan's video game industry.
However, the video games here refer to things like fishing and horse racing, which belong to the underground industry. "As expected, you are a quick-witted person. I will leave the Binhai Highway project to you. Go to the next room to sign the contract."
After Lin Zehao got the project through Sun Yunrui's relationship, he never thought about doing the construction himself.
Not only does it require advance payment, but it also consumes manpower. Most importantly, this is a treasure island with too many uncontrollable factors. He has so many profitable projects on hand, why should he be hung on this one tree?
Because of his advantage of foresight, after winning the project, he waited for Zhou Chao to join the game first.
Not only can he easily earn 50% profit, but he might also be able to take control of Zhou Chaoxian, this unruly horse.
If you want to conquer such a person, you must first force him into a desperate situation, and then give him hope of survival. Only by using both kindness and force can it be effective.
In contrast, Hou Liqun had already set a trap and was waiting for Zhou Chao to fall into it first.
Ten minutes later, witnessed by Li Wenbin, Zhou Chaoxian signed the contract for the coastal highway project and successfully subcontracted the project.
At the same time, the full payment for the one thousand spinach machines was transferred to the company account.
The entire transaction process was smooth sailing without any setbacks.
Having obtained a satisfactory result, Zhou Chaoxian left with many thanks.
……
New Taipei City, Xindian, Investigation Bureau of the Ministry of Justice.
Inside the director's office.
Fang Guohui was standing in front of his desk with a solemn expression, like an obedient student.
In fact, the director of the Investigation Bureau in front of him was indeed his teacher.
"Guohui, the higher-ups are taking Zhou Chaoxian's case very seriously this time. You must investigate it thoroughly at all costs!"
"Whether it's for the bureau or the citizens, we can't retreat!"
Director Jin spoke righteously, with the blue sky, white sun flag hanging behind him, as if silently witnessing everything before his eyes.
"Understood! I will definitely bring Zhou Chaoxian to justice and will not show any leniency!"
As a senior agent of the Investigation Bureau, Fang Guohui would certainly not let down his guard in such an atmosphere, and he spoke righteously.
"Very good, sit down and talk."
After what seemed like a routine scene, Director Jin returned to his normal demeanor. He was no longer as righteous as before, but instead had some of the cunningness of a commoner.
"Guohui, do you know what is the most important thing if you want to take down Zhou Chaoxian?"
Facing the challenge from his former teacher, Fang Guohui said calmly, "We must ensure that he cannot successfully run for a seat in the Legislative Yuan!"
As he spoke, he spread out the thick document in his hand, which contained all kinds of information about Zhou Chaoxian.
It seems that the Investigation Bureau did not act on a whim, but had planned it for a long time.
"Yes, you are right. I have received accurate information that Zhou Chaoxian has subcontracted the Binhai Highway project from a company called Hutchison Construction. He has already spread the word and asked the bosses of several construction companies to gather for a meeting."
"Given his personality, he is basically ready to divide up the profits."
"Our people have already targeted one of the bosses. You can do something about him."
Director Jin is indeed worthy of being Fang Guohui's teacher. With just a few words, he has arranged most of the things. As long as he does it step by step, he doesn't need to show off too much, and the credit will go to him.
If you want to get by in the government, having a good boss can make things twice as easy as possible, and it will be hard not to get promoted.
"Understood, Chief, I will ensure that the mission is completed!"
Fang Guohui stood straight and saluted in a very standard manner.
Then, he took a look at the information and asked, "Director, this Lin Zehao, should we…"
Before he could say anything, Director Jin interrupted him and said in a very serious tone, "I warn you, don't let Lin Zehao be involved in this matter, understand?"
"He is a Hong Kong businessman who came to Formosa to invest. This matter has nothing to do with him. Even if he has relevant cooperation with Zhou Chaoxian, it is just a legal business transaction."
"If you encounter clues pointing to Lin Zehao during the investigation, just ignore them."
Seeing Fang Guohui was silent, Director Jin sighed and advised earnestly: "Guohui, putting aside the relationship between superiors and subordinates, you are my student who I brought up. I don't want you to die unclearly one day."
"To tell you the truth, even though the list of the next legislators has not been revealed yet, Lin Zehao has already secured one of the seats. It's just that many people with low status are not qualified to know."
Family members know their own business. This student of his is protected too well by him, resulting in the fact that although he is a grown-up, he is still somewhat naive, or to put it bluntly, childish.
In this environment, hating evil and being hostile to others simply won't work!
"Guohui, I have always said that the primary goal of being an official is to please the leader, and the second is to make money. Otherwise, if we study hard, beg for favors, and use connections, but in the end we don't think about ourselves, we will be punished by heaven and earth!"
"As for serving the country and the people, just stand in front of the camera and shout slogans to fool those fools. Let alone you, a small investigation bureau agent, even if I am the director, what can I change in this environment?"
"As our ancestors said, an official should blend in with the world. If you don't fit in with others, your superiors will be worried about you. When they add more responsibilities to their shoulders, how can you expect them to take on more responsibilities?"
Hearing this, Fang Guohui finally spoke up, very unconvinced, "But didn't Emperor Taizong of Tang once say that water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it?"
"If we keep going like this, won't those people rebel?"
Director Jin looked disdainful and said, "Confucius also said that the people can be made to follow but not to understand. So what can we do?"
"Rebellion, what do they have to rebel with? Kitchen knives and chopsticks?"
"Oh, no, kitchen knives are now regulated. I guess it won't be long before we have to implement the real-name system for purchasing them."
Director Jin took out a pack of Sanwu cigarettes, took out a cigarette and put it in his mouth. After lighting it, he continued, "Whether the West has true freedom or false freedom, at least they clearly state in the Second Amendment of the Constitution that the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be violated."
"If we want to reason, at least both sides have to be on the same page. I have a gun in my hand and you have a stick in your hand, why should I reason with you?"
"I dare say that if the gun ban is lifted, not to mention the impact on social security, at least half of those unreasonable policies will disappear, and at least people will not dare to rob openly."
"For the lower-class citizens, if you make me unable to live, the worst that can happen is that I will exchange my life for another. The barefoot are not afraid of the ones wearing shoes. As for those in high positions and powerful people, they cherish their lives very much."
Listening to the remarks of his mentor, Fang Guohui wanted to find reasons to refute him, but in the end he found himself speechless.
(End of this chapter)
