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Chapter 187: Chapter 157 New Investment (Please Subscribe!) _2
The world is indeed absurd, but it is also logical.
"Haha, these are minor issues. There’s no need for formalities. After all, I can’t just let my subordinates be idle after they’ve received their wages. It seems that your investment project is quite impressive; you’ve recouped your investment so quickly." Liu Qian laughed heartily. In the past, he had tried in vain to trace the flow of funds from Tang Qing’s account. Those 300 million RMB remained elusive and ended up God-knows-where. It’s not his fault that he couldn’t figure it out. Now, Tang Qing is his most crucial supplier of cash in dollars, and he can’t help but pay attention. After all, working with a partner with unknown circumstances always stirs one’s curiosity to lift the veil.
His question also contains a probing interest towards Tang Qing’s investment project. He wanted to get a better understanding of this ’organization,’ although it was subtly hinted, leaving plenty of space for both parties to maneuver. Whether Tang Qing disclosed or not, there would be no embarrassment. Especially considering this conversation conveyed a profound meaning. Supposedly, he borrowed in RMB and repaid in dollars. How can he recover such dollars with domestic investments? However, Liu Qian believes Tang Qing will understand his irrational statement.
"We mainly engage in financial investments, which naturally allows for quick fund recovery. If we were investing in the industrial sector, it would be a bottomless pit, just like Sheng Tang is now. Who knows when we will start making a profit?" Tang Qing laughed. Upon hearing Liu Qian’s probing, Tang Qing didn’t hold back and directly shared ’part of the truth,’ which satisfied part of Liu Qian’s curiosity.
He already suspected that Liu Qian was monitoring the account he used for transfers but was not bothered by it. Just like how he wanted to investigate Liu Qian’s exchange business, everyone is in the same boat. There’s no reason to be annoyed, so he gave a slight hint to ease Liu Qian’s curiosity. Liu Qian will never guess what kind of investment he is really involved in.
"Haha, that’s how industries work. Little Tang, if you come across any opportunities to make a fortune, don’t forget about your uncle," Liu Qian said. Seeing Tang Qing change the subject to something vague and uninformative, Liu Qian couldn’t help but think of him as a little fox. However, this was meant as a compliment. At his age, seeing an outstanding younger generation rise is a matter of joy.
"No problem, if we are short of funds, I may bring you in. But let me clarify first, we will give you the investment returns and ensure your satisfaction, but the content of the investment will remain confidential," Tang Qing said. He did not just say this to shut Liu Qian up, but also to leave himself an option. Although there was a lot of money in his account, he couldn’t guarantee that there wouldn’t be a shortage of funds in the future. Applying for a bank loan would be too much of a hassle, whereas borrowing from Liu Qian would be a great alternative. If needed, he could even offer high interest. It’s easier to get funds from Liu Qian by packaging it as an investment rather than outright borrowing.
"Hehe, good, I’ve been waiting for you to say this," Liu Qian laughed. He isn’t concerned with making money from Tang Qing; instead, he values the closeness Tang Qing expresses.
Of course, that’s not enough. Liu Qian continued, "By the way, Little Tang, I have a project here. I wonder if you’re interested."
"What project?" Tang Qing asked in confusion. Was Liu Qian inviting him to join his business? Something seemed off. However, he immediately understood Liu Qian’s intent. Such a cunning fox! If someone like Liu Qian didn’t succeed, that would be illogical.
"I’ve been investing heavily in the service industry and thought of setting up a jewelry company. Establishing a brand-new firm would be too slow, so I intend to acquire an existing one instead. I still need about 100 million in anticipated funds, for a forty percent shareholding," Liu Qian slowly explained. As Tang Qing guessed, Liu Qian didn’t lack funds. He was more interested in intertwining their interests. Over the years, he had done many similar things and made numerous friends. Otherwise, his reputation as a power broker wouldn’t be so strong across the province. There’s an old saying: you can make one hundred, even one hundred and twenty from a deal, but if you only make eighty and get someone else involved but only take thirty, countless people will come to ’give you money’.
After some contemplation, Tang Qing agreed, saying, "No problem, when do we start preparing?"
Right now, he has too much money, and it’s not easy to find good investment opportunities. Having Liu Qian, a businessman with rich experience, to guide him is more than welcome. As for the shares and all, he really didn’t mind. Simply put, the jewelry company and Sheng Tang are not his core industries, so what’s the point of having more or fewer shares? Even if you measure the importance, these two companies combined are not as important as Sky Eye Consultancy, a company worth mere millions. In short, this money is just to deepen his relationship with Liu Qian.
Domestically, he also needs to use money to build a safety network to provide himself with assurance. In other words, he needs his own network. He doesn’t want to bother his uncle, and a connection built on mutual interests is more reliable and long-lasting than family ties.
"Next Monday. Just send a few people to the provincial headquarters of my company, and they will be received," Liu Qian laughed. Seeing Tang Qing agree made him very happy. The so-called mutual benefit also includes sharing risks, so he doesn’t see it as a loss.
"Alright, I have a company that specializes in such things. I will have them get in touch with Uncle Liu’s team when the time comes," Tang Qing nodded. Such events might occur frequently; it’s also a good opportunity to test and enhance Sky Eye’s capabilities. Whether he can make a profit or not is secondary. He’s not in rush to recover his costs.
"Oh? You have a company like this? Good for you, Little Tang. You’re really preparing before a storm." Liu Qian expressed his surprise. He didn’t expect Tang Qing to have such a company, but this was good as he was just thinking about giving Tang Qing some advice on how to find some talents. Now it appears that it’s not necessary.
"Hehe, it’s just a bit of messing around." Tang Qing said modestly.
Isn’t it? A company worth millions isn’t just messing around.
After verifying the accuracy of the dollar amount, Tang Qing excused himself, claiming he had things to do. Liu Qian didn’t hold him back. Just after the Chinese New Year, his time was precious. Often, it wasn’t physical, but mental effort that was needed. He had so many things to think about, lots of relationships to manage and visits to make, and a bunch of company matters to handle. Success did come at a price.
After Tang Qing drove back to his company, he dragged Sun Chao to Han Leng’s place. They hadn’t fought in a while, so it was time to warm up. Of course, Tang Qing got beaten by the two again. He dared not use his full strength, but without it, he couldn’t win. Once he unlocked his Level 2 Genetic Lock, hmph, he would surely pay them back in kind.
Tang Qing wasn’t idle the next day either.
Some familiar clients invited him to dinner, including Zhang Dongqing. In the end, Lu Jianhui and Zhou Li also came. Zhang Dongqing knew Lu Jianhui and Lu Jianhui used to be neighbors with Zhou Li, so they knew each other too. Eventually, Tang Qing thought that since they all knew each other, why not get together and eat. As long as there were no conflicts of interest, it would save him the trouble of needing to schedule individual meetings. As much as he could push it back, he preferred to get it all done at once if he could, since he disliked hassle.
In the evening, Tang Qing didn’t stay at Han Leng’s place for dinner. After taking a bath and changing his clothes at Han Leng’s place, Tang Qing went to Wang Yan’s house for dinner. Now, he usually had several sets of clothes in the trunk of his car in case of emergencies, just like now.
During Chinese New Year, he called Wang Yan’s family to wish them a New Year and they warmly invited him to dinner. He had promised at the time, so he couldn’t not go.
Tang Qing felt like he was really starting to live like a working adult, even his rare days off were filled with various activities, social engagements, and dinner parties.
However, at least over these two days, he had more or less met everyone he needed to see. Now, he could peacefully go to school. At this moment, Tang Qing once again realized how simple and joyful studying was, with nothing to worry about but the books in his hands and grades.
But people have to grow up.
Living in society, one is not master of one’s own fate.
He really didn’t know how much personal time he would have in the future.
PS: About to level up.
