stjorthotic Chapter 63 hints at a huge pig!
Chapter 63 hints at a huge pig!
"What's the matter?" Boss Gu paused, his hand holding the cigar, a look of curiosity on his face.
There was no disregard for what seemed like a casual remark.
Because often, a lot of important information is contained in a seemingly casual remark.
Moreover, the ten small yellow croakers that were just given away represent a considerable fortune.
If an ordinary person received this, it would be enough for their entire family to live comfortably for the rest of their lives.
Having paid such a high price, the other party couldn't possibly treat him casually.
After all, they are all people of social standing. If they accept a bribe and don't offer anything in return, that would be incredibly inconsiderate.
Who will give him gifts in the future?
Du Hengtai spoke calmly, as if casually, "I spoke with a friend in Guangdong a few days ago, and he mentioned the attitude of the higher-ups..."
He paused briefly at this point, exhaling a puff of cigar smoke.
He looked relaxed and confident, as if the information he possessed was truly important.
The fact that they dared to pause deliberately was to highlight the importance of the message.
Boss Gu raised an eyebrow and hurriedly stepped forward, asking curiously, "What's their attitude?"
His suspicious eyes were full of curiosity, and he had some guesses about the so-called "above".
It is widely rumored that Du Hengtai is backed by one of the four major families, or by a high-ranking military or political official, or even by the president's front man, and may be connected to several families!
Before these fabricated backgrounds and identities were verified, no one dared to underestimate his so-called "higher-ups".
Because a single word from those people can determine the life and death of countless individuals, and even turn the life's work of wealthy businessmen into someone else's dowry.
So when I heard those two words, my ears immediately perked up, and I even held my breath very low.
Du Hengtai deliberately put on airs to create a misleading impression.
Then he said in a low voice, "My friend said that the higher-ups are not satisfied with the items from these two transactions, and think that you are just going through the motions."
That's why the quantity of antiques and medicinal herbs was reduced and the proportion of silver teeth was increased in this transaction.
They're not satisfied with the antiques you traded before, thinking they're not presentable enough!
If they continue to be so perfunctory next time, we should consider changing our partners!
After all, Shanghai has no shortage of department stores, and other companies have also asked people to contact me.
However, I'm a sentimental person, and since our cooperation was quite pleasant, I declined their offer!
But if you continue to use worthless antiques to fob me off, don't blame me if the higher-ups order a change of partners.
"Boss Gu, if you want to satisfy the higher-ups, you'll need to show some sincerity!"
Du Hengtai took a puff of his cigar, striking a pose as if to say, "It's for your own good."
Then he leaned back in his leather chair and leisurely sipped his tea.
The deception has been done; now it's up to the other party to figure it out.
Sometimes, it's more effective to give vague information and let the other person fill in the blanks.
Even if any problems arise later, it's just the other party's imagination, and it has nothing to do with him.
really
Boss Gu frowned, a thoughtful expression on his face.
He had no doubt that Du Hengtai had spoken to Nan Bian on the phone.
As early as 11, a long-distance telephone line from Nantong to Hainan was built.
After 1930, long-distance telephone service grew rapidly, with nine provinces, including Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Jiangxi, Shandong, and Hebei, establishing interconnected long-distance telephone lines.
However, the fee was exorbitant, costing two silver dollars per minute, making it unaffordable for the average person.
In 1935, a female cotton mill worker's hard-earned monthly wage was only 9 yuan!
This shows just how expensive it is to make a long-distance call.
Only the powerful and wealthy, and businessmen, would make long-distance phone calls.
Du Hengtai was a sales representative sent from the south. Given his status and wealth, it was perfectly reasonable for him to make a long-distance call, and no one would suspect anything.
Boss Gu never dreamed that those words of "for your own good" were all lies and lies.
The goal was to increase credibility and get him to bring out some valuable antiques for the transaction.
Otherwise, they'll only be scraps, and each time it's a matter of hundreds of thousands or millions of dollars, which won't attract people with money and connections.
The large blue-and-white porcelain plate from the imperial court that was auctioned last time was sold for a low price because it wasn't in very good condition and the value of porcelain was greatly reduced in this chaotic world.
Otherwise, Chen Huai'an wouldn't have chosen four items as a stepping stone.
Only by offering some high-quality goods can we satisfy their appetites and make them willing to befriend us.
Boss Gu frowned in thought, nodding slightly from time to time, as if he had figured out a lot of things.
His gaze gradually hardened: "I know what to do...!"
A determined look appeared on his thin face, clearly indicating that he had made a plan.
However, he didn't ask if the other two companies knew as well, because it would be pointless to ask.
Even if the other two companies don't know yet, they will definitely have dinner with Du Hengtai later to discuss cooperation.
Once the gift arrives, the news will naturally follow.
For a front man like Du Hengtai, selling the same piece of information multiple times is not unusual.
While everyone else was heading south, he chose to come to dangerous Shanghai—wasn't it all for the sake of making money?
We're all open-minded people; we didn't expect to have exclusive access to information. We just wanted to keep up with everyone else.
Mr. Gu stroked his chin and smiled meaningfully, "I'll remember this favor from Manager Du!"
Du Hengtai laughed and said, "We're all friends!"
……
Evening
Lin Wan finished get off work at the newspaper office and walked home towards Hengshan Road.
In order to do her job well and show outsiders that she is a qualified reporter, she visited three department stores today.
I even wrote a special edition of the newspaper that evening before finishing work and going home.
It was lunchtime, and everyone was eating at home, so there were fewer pedestrians on the street.
suddenly.
A vendor's voice called out from ahead: "Wild boar meat! Freshly caught wild boar meat!"
Lin Wan looked in the direction of the sound and saw a roadside stall about ten meters ahead, with a group of people gathered around watching the spectacle.
On the ground lay a tattered piece of clothing covered in grease and blood, upon which sat a meat cleaver, a boning knife, a pig slaughtering rack, and a basin.
There was an iron cage nearby, inside which was a wild boar that was growling in a low voice.
Judging from his size, he weighs over 200 pounds!
In this day and age, there are homeless people and beggars everywhere. Ordinary people are willing to do anything to fill their stomachs.
It was common for people to sell the fish they caught by the roadside or to catch pheasants in the suburbs to sell in exchange for food.
However, it is rare to see a whole live wild boar transported to the city for sale.
The tools laid out neatly look very professional.
However, most of the people gathered around to watch the spectacle, and no one seemed interested in buying anything.
Lin Wan only glanced at it and had no intention of buying it.
It's better to buy pork at the market for the same price than to buy wild boar meat that hasn't even had its fur removed.
It looks cleaner!
Just as I was about to walk over, a thought flashed through my mind.