Chapter 44: Add Oil and Vinegar
An hour later, a video recording was transmitted through a special channel and reached the hands of Wang Jianguo and Xu Mohua on the mainland.
In theory, Xu Mohua, as a scientific researcher, should not get involved in administrative work. However, the instruments he provided were of great importance to the country. He wanted to know anything related to this batch of instruments. So when this urgent video arrived, both of these bigwigs were alarmed.
The video showed Fang Jian and Zhang Liang talking.
“Hu Bin is the CEO of an import-export company in Yongcheng. Their annual turnover is in the billions, and he is successful.”
“But he has another identity, which is the son of our Vice Mayor Hu.”
“He came to me and bluntly told me that he knew I had found channels for metal chrome powder and electrolytic nickel overseas and sold them to you at a cheap price.”
“Then, he demanded that I hand over all future shipments to him for operation. I would be responsible for sourcing goods overseas, while he would handle domestic matters. As for who he sells to and at what price in the domestic market, I don’t need to worry about it.”
“He even said he could give me a 2% kickback.”
“If Hu Bin saw this video at this moment, he would explode in anger. Did I say 2%? Do you call twenty percent 2%? Did a physical education teacher teach you math?”
Upon hearing this, Wang Jianguo and Xu Mohua had darkened faces. They immediately understood Hu Bin’s intention.
Fang Jian’s selling price was only three-quarters of the market price in both transactions. In either of the two transactions, the selling price and market price of Fang Jian had a price difference on the scale of hundreds of millions. This profit was indeed enticing, making it difficult to refuse.
Fang Jian continued, “Of course, I refused outright. I’m not a fool. I know the real price. I just wanted to save some funds for the country.”
Zhang Liang nodded slightly and said, “I understand, Fang Jian. What you saved is not just a small amount.”
Wang Jianguo and Xu Mohua remained silent. Yes, what they saved amounted to billions of yuan.
Fang Jian added, “However, Hu Bin told me that if I didn’t agree, my future purchases from overseas would be blocked from entering the port.”
Zhang Liang was shocked and said, “How is that possible?”
Unable to enter the port? Did he think he could cover up the sky with one hand? This Hu Bin idiot doesn’t even know how to threaten someone properly.
Fang Jian continued, “By the way, Hu Bin also said that I don’t have to go to great lengths to deliver the goods to other ports. He said that no matter which port I go to, he has friends there, and they all demand protection fees. It’s like plucking feathers from a goose, not even leaving me two percent.”
Zhang Liang took a deep breath and said, “Fang Jian, rest assured, we won’t allow this to happen.”
Fang Jian waved his hand and sighed, “Ah, I don’t want this to happen either, but the situation is beyond my control.”
His tone was filled with lament, “My parents both work in government offices. Hu Bin said that if I disagreed, they would face imprisonment.”
“What?” Zhang Liang exclaimed.
Fang Jian shrugged and said, “Although my parents are just low-ranking clerks in the government, over the years, some relatives have come to them for help, and they have done small favors within their abilities. The relatives would also give them gifts.”
He shook his head and continued, “To be honest, they don’t have much power. They only assist with minor tasks that they can handle, such as expediting procedures or making things easier. But after all, it’s still somewhat irregular, not to mention they have received some things in return. If it comes to the investigation…”
Zhang Liang smiled bitterly and said, “Fang Jian, you’re worrying too much. Two powerless and insignificant clerks… if they were to be investigated for such matters, then no civil servants would be left in the world.”
Fang Jian shook his head and said, “I can’t take the risk, and more importantly, the first person they sent to approach me was a burly man associated with the underworld. Do you know where he found me?”
Zhang Liang asked in a deep voice, “Where?”
“He found me at the kindergarten entrance where my sister attends,” Fang Jian replied.
Fang Jian stood up, patted Zhang Liang, and said, “Zhang Liang, I’ve already made arrangements for those two machines. They will be sent back to the country as soon as possible. Just prepare 60 million RMB and 10 million USD for me.”
“What about the future?” Zhang Liang asked.
“In the future…” Fang Jian hesitated for a moment and said, “I still have some connections overseas. If things don’t work out here, let’s see.”
“Bang!” In front of the screen, Wang Jianguo’s hand slammed heavily on the table, making a loud noise.
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