Meanwhile, in Texas, 555 Fulton is headquartered.
Zhang Lilun was sitting in the office, and opposite him sat a man he least expected to see, but was vaguely looking forward to meeting.
As long as this man appears, it means that his peaceful life is about to be broken.
But at the same time, it also means that there is another huge opportunity that will be placed in front of him.
In the past few years, the development of 555Fulton, or R&F Group, was actually the work of this man and the organization behind him.
From a fringe low-cost real estate company that was about to go bankrupt and be liquidated, to one of the top commercial real estate groups in the United States, the support he received cannot be described simply in terms of money.
It is undeniable that Zhang Lilun is grateful to this organization.
But at the same time, there was also a deep fear in his heart.
Because he knows that if this man wants to, he can take away everything he already has at any time, or even directly throw himself into the abyss.
And this man is Lu Qing, the person in charge of R&F Group's investment business in the United States assigned by China's State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission.
Zhang Lilun's eyes flickered a little.
After hesitating for a moment, he spoke and continued the previous topic:
".So this year's financial report data is basically like this."
"Generally speaking, our cash flow is still sufficient - this is mainly due to the fiscal policy of the United States in recent years."
“Although real estate is not yet the backbone of the entire country’s economy, it does assume an important position.”
"Because of our good project and asset base, the loan amount granted to us by banks far exceeds the industry average."
"As of now, the funds we can mobilize on our books are about US$40 billion - if we take into account bank-side resources, this number should be enlarged by 5 to 10 times."
"But the thing is, we need a suitable project as a fulcrum."
"That is to say, the large-scale acquisition project you just mentioned must be established in an open operating environment."
"At the same time, we also need to have a relatively complete business plan and clear business returns."
“Only in this way can we gain the trust of US officials and attract state governments to join the effort.”
Hearing his words, Lu Qing nodded slightly, but he did not continue the conversation, but said in an approving tone:
"You have done a good job in the past few years and basically achieved the goals required by the organization."
"At the same time, we are relatively reassured in terms of ideological control."
"Although you are beautiful, we can all see where your heart is."
"I still hope that in the future, R&F Group, or our 555Fulton, can continue to maintain the previous way of doing things, make persistent efforts, and create greater glories."
Zhang Lilun's eyes froze slightly, and he could tell that these seemingly light words were actually full of profound meaning.
Is this a knock on yourself?
It doesn't seem to be the case. After all, in the past few years, I have really not dared to do anything that would be disappointing to the organization.
Just take it as a sincere compliment.
Then, a smile appeared on his face and his tone became more relaxed.
"I understand this without having to explain it."
"To be honest, I have been confused before."
"But no matter what, I can be considered a smart person - now that the situation in various countries has developed to this extent, can't I still see the pros and cons?"
"The locomotive of development has changed. If I don't keep up with the pace, it will be really unforgivable."
Lu Qing nodded again and replied:
"It's good that you know this - then let's go back to the previous topic."
"As for the large-scale mergers, reorganizations and acquisitions of major U.S. companies, our response plan is also clear."
"This country will undergo tremendous changes in a short period of time. Since we have already laid the chess pieces, we must make good use of them."
"So, the tasks assigned to you by the organization are actually reasonable."
"You may encounter some difficulties during the implementation process, but overall, it should not be difficult."
"We hope that, within two weeks, you will submit a report outlining follow-up plans."
"And within the next two months, we will start the first phase of our project."
"As for the issues you mentioned, you don't need to worry too much. Even if it operates in a public environment, there is no risk to us or R&F Group."
"After all, this is just a purely commercial behavior."
Hearing this, Zhang Lilun couldn't help but laugh.
Commercial activity?
Whose business behavior will be decided and implemented by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission?
Essentially, in order to drive a nail into the future political structure, it has to be packaged as a commercial investment. I guess those who noticed it can only say, "Everyone understands it."
However, of course, there is no need to say this clearly in front of Lu Qing.
Therefore, he ignored the potentially controversial topic of "business conduct" and continued to discuss key issues of implementation with him.
“There is basically no problem in submitting a plan within two weeks, but launching a phase within two months is a big problem.”
"It's not a matter of funding and execution, it's a matter of lack of targets."
"Currently, because there are too many in Washington, all 48 states in the country are scanning for goods. Basically, all the bids that can be won have been won, or have entered the negotiation process."
"We need to spend a lot of time screening suitable targets - you also know that if we get something that is not a key target, it will be very detrimental to our subsequent development."
Hearing this, Lu Qing nodded in agreement.
In fact, just as Zhang Lilun thought, the essence of controlling R&F Group's large-scale mergers and acquisitions in the United States is because Chinese officials have seen changes in the United States and are trying to seize a place in these changes through capital means.
To achieve this, it is necessary to ensure that R&F Group's acquisitions break away from simple profit-making purposes and pursue a higher level of "influence."
What are the influential industries?
Agriculture, new technology, biomedicine, infrastructure and heavy industry, military industry, energy.
These are all suitable directions, but the military industry and energy are firmly controlled by the government, and the biomedical industry is too small and has been divided up.
The wave of mergers and acquisitions of technology companies is indeed raging, but most of the targets have already been booked by the oligarchs.
Therefore, the only options available are agriculture and infrastructure and heavy industry.
There are more wolves than meat. Banks and financial institutions across the United States are joining forces with major companies to frantically grab chips. R&F may not be able to win.
However, the superiors had already made plans for this.
“Let’s start in Yellowstone.”
"We have understood that the negotiations between Huangshi and Tyson Group are not going smoothly."
"Although they have reached an agreement in name, the original controller of Yellowstone Farm is extremely dissatisfied with the content of the agreement."
"He's looking for ways to get the farm back - this is our opportunity."
"We can give them a better offer and better execution conditions."
"As long as we take it down, it will create a demonstration effect, and the subsequent agricultural and animal husbandry industries can refer to it and implement it."
"And this is consistent with our plan - after all, what we want is the right to speak in the fields of agriculture and food."
Zhang Lilun's brows frowned suddenly.
Yellowstone?
That's not an easy target.
Although Yellowstone Farm is located in Wyoming, the people there are as tough as Texas.
Their previous conflict with the Tyson Group even caused considerable casualties.
This is a civilized society, just an ordinary business negotiation, and someone actually used a gun to negotiate?
He hesitated.
"Huangshi. This target is indeed suitable. It can also be used as a start-up project."
"But if we intervene, we will not only have to face the resistance of Huangshi itself, but also bear the hostility of the Tyson Group. This..."
"The road itself is bloody."
Lu Qing interrupted.
"This is a new era of westward expansion, and it is impossible not to pay a price."
"555 Fulton is not incapable of protecting himself, is he?"
"In addition, we can arrange a group of legal armed forces for your use."
"Legal?! What way?"
Zhang Lilun asked in shock.
Getting weapons is easy, but getting them legally armed within the United States?
This is a bit of a fantasy.
"We once obtained 0.4% of Lockheed Martin's shares, which were controlled by the Guinea Joint Development Fund."
“In the past few years, these shares have been transferred many times and were finally invested under Lockheed Martin Security.”
Lockheed Martin Security
One of the nation's leading integrated defense solutions companies.
Zhang Lilun looked at Lu Qing dumbfounded.
He remembered this piece of inconspicuous news.
This incident occurred during the period when Lockheed Martin was under review for suspected leaks. For a long time, no one suspected the "inside story" of this fund, which was registered in the Cayman Islands and whose funds were controlled by African warlords and wealthy businessmen. .
"So how far have you developed??"
Zhang Lilun asked.
"This is not a problem you should be concerned about. Anyway, we can provide you with enough support."
"How does it work?"
"Commercially, you hire Lockheed Martin Security Services."
"Understood"
Zhang Lilun nodded solemnly.
"If this is the case, then we no longer have to worry about it. In two months - no, one month, we can take Yellowstone."
"good."
Lu Qing's face showed a smile again.
"Let's go and do it!"
A few days later, Yellowstone Farm.
John Dutton held his Colt pistol tightly in his hand, and the expression on his face was solemn and alert.
He originally thought that after agreeing to the Tyson Group's acquisition plan, the matter would finally come to an end.
Yes, I gave up the farm that my ancestors had maintained for hundreds of years. In a sense, I also lost the foundation of my foothold in this country.
But anyway, times are always changing, aren't they?
As Weiss said, a new era is coming, and as an old man, he obviously can no longer adapt to the rhythm of high-intensity confrontation.
Retiring after success and leaving opportunities for your children may be the best choice.
Therefore, he started the negotiation with Tyson Company smoothly, but he never expected that the greed of the other party was far beyond his imagination.
Not only were the original execution conditions in the acquisition agreement overturned, they even used the acquisition contracts of other farms as examples to try to completely separate the Dutton family from the farm operation!
No shares will be given, and they will not be allowed to stay within the original farm limits.
The only thing they can do is to pack their bags, leave Yellowstone and Wyoming, go to New York and Manhattan, and become a wealthy "rich man".
Dutton would never accept this.
So, he had to get his farm back.
Whether by legal or illegal means.
Wes didn't agree with the idea. To him, once the money was received, the deal was over.
But how can it end?
This is not a simple money transaction at all.
Unwilling to continue to get involved, Wes took his family and left Yellowstone, leaving only Keith and himself, still struggling to hold on.
John sometimes finds it ironic that the division of the farm can actually lead to division of his own family.
Thinking of this, he let out a long sigh.
Then, he spoke to Case, who was standing aside:
"Kid, thank you for staying."
Keith nodded silently, his eyes still scanning the pasture ahead sharply.
Traces of charred blackness are scattered piecemeal in sight, recording the battles that took place there.
There was a bullet scratch on his left arm, but fortunately, this did not affect his movements.
"We need to find ways to gather more power. It will not be easy for us alone to even save our home, let alone take back the farm."
"Now that we have been completely classified as an illegal organization, it won't be long before the Tyson Group will directly mobilize the state police to deal with us."
"Only by reaching a balance with them as soon as possible can further negotiations be possible."
After hearing Case's words, John sighed heavily.
Gather more power?
Where is the extra strength that can be borrowed?
Other farmers?
Have they already compromised?
Indian?
They have too much time to look after themselves.
As for other civilian armed groups, those who just love to play with guns will definitely not take legal risks.
Who else could it be?
John's mind was in a mess, but at this moment, in his sight, a motorcade suddenly drove over.
A strange team that definitely does not belong to Tyson.
On the side of the vehicle, there are three large letters printed on it.
LMS.
Lockheed Martin Security.
Case immediately became alarmed.
Is this the backup of Tyson Group?
Loma Security doesn't seem to be right either. How did these two parties get mixed up?
He raised his gun and pointed it in the direction of the convoy, but after getting out of the car, the other party did not show any hostility.
"Relax, relax"
The leading man spoke.
"We're not on Tyson's side - well, we want your farm too."
"However, the conditions we offer will be much better than theirs."
"But before that, I think we should talk about how to get back what belongs to you?"
(End of chapter)
