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Chapter 149 Planning Ahead

Jinling, Liangjiang Government Office.

Compared to the modern and luxurious glass curtain wall of the Haofeng Network headquarters building, this building, hidden in the shadow of lush sycamore trees, appears particularly solemn and dignified.

In a large, unassuming office at the heart of this power center, the air was so quiet that only the rustling of papers turning could be heard.

Sitting behind the large desk was a middle-aged man with a refined and scholarly appearance, yet exuding an air of authority.

There were two documents on the table.

One document contains Haofeng Group's complete financial statements and tax payment certificates for the past year.

The other document was the "Planning Document for the Construction of Haofeng Group's 100 Billion Yuan Semiconductor Full Industry Chain Base," which Li Feng had rushed to produce overnight.

Li Feng sat upright on the opposite sofa, his hands on his knees and his back straight.

In the presence of those wealthy film and television industry and internet giants, he could act recklessly and arrogantly.

But in this office, he knew all too well what kind of presence he was facing.

"You little brat..."

After a long while, the man opposite finally put down the documents in his hand.

He took off his reading glasses and looked the young man in his early twenties up and down with a gaze that was both amazed and meaningful.

"You never know until you see it, and what you find is truly astonishing."

The man pointed to the financial statement, his tone tinged with emotion, "Tens of millions of US dollars in net inflow every month, over two billion in cash sitting in the account... You're so young, and you're already so rich!"

"I originally thought that Haofeng Network was just involved in games and that Weibo thing, making quick money from young people's entertainment. I didn't expect that you had such a solid foundation."

"You flatter me, leader. We've all benefited from the favorable policies of the internet age," Li Feng said modestly, bowing his head.

The man waved his hand, his expression gradually becoming serious, and his gaze fell on the semiconductor planning document.

"Making money isn't shameful. Being able to bring back US dollars from foreigners and pay hundreds of millions in taxes to our province—that's your ability. But... you want to develop lithography machines? You want to build your own chip production line? And you want to apply for tens of billions in low-interest syndicated loans from us?"

"Comrade Li Feng, do you know what the term 'semiconductor' means at the national strategic level? Do you know how huge a bottomless pit it is?"

"I know."

Li Feng met the man's gaze without flinching. "This is a war without gunpowder, a meat grinder where you might not even hear a sound even if you throw in hundreds of billions."

The man looked at his resolute expression and a hint of admiration flashed in his eyes.

"If you knew that, why did you still do it?"

"Businessmen these days all like to make quick money, getting into real estate, finance, and internet traffic. Why would you give up a comfortable life as a wealthy person to try and bite into this tough nut that Westerners have such a firm grip on?"

"It's rare and truly admirable that someone so young possesses such a strong sense of responsibility towards the nation and its people!"

As he listened to the man's praise, Li Feng's mind was in turmoil.

Having lived two lives, he naturally knew how high the person before him would rise in the future!

"It's not that I'm particularly enlightened, but the situation is forcing me to act."

Li Feng took a deep breath and said in a somber and straightforward tone:

"Xiaomi, a company invested in by Haofeng, was just shut down yesterday by a US chip manufacturer citing production capacity issues."

"Today they can block my phone, tomorrow they can shut down our country's communications, military industry, and even all cutting-edge industries! The feeling of having someone hold your throat is so frustrating!"

At this point, Li Feng abruptly changed his tone, directly addressing the most painful old wound in China's technology sector:

"Sir, haven't we suffered enough losses and been cheated in the semiconductor industry?"

"The 'Hanxin No. 1' incident back then involved sanding off Motorola's logo to swindle hundreds of millions of yuan in national research funding! That wasn't just about cheating money; it broke the backbone and credibility of our country's semiconductor industry!"

"This historical tragedy must never be repeated!"

Li Feng's voice was firm and resolute: "I, Li Feng, am not sitting here today to cheat the government out of subsidies! My Haofeng Group's valuation of tens of billions and its cash flow are right here, all of which can be used as collateral!"

"Haofeng claims to be a technology company. But a technology company can't just write a few lines of code and make games! A technology company must develop truly cutting-edge technology!"

"This is a social responsibility that Haofeng Group must shoulder!"

These words were a wake-up call!

"Great! A tech company must develop technology!"

"With your exemplary character and integrity, if my Liangjiang Province doesn't support you, then I, as a leader, would have failed in my duty!"

But as the person in charge, he quickly calmed down.

"However, Comrade Li Feng, this matter is far too complicated."

"The 30 billion yuan low-interest syndicated loan also involves the import approval of advanced lithography machines and the allocation of foreign exchange quotas... This has exceeded the authority of the provincial level."

"I can't make that decision. I'll personally submit this report to Yanjing! Go back and wait for news."

"Thank you for your kindness, leader!" Li Feng stood up and bowed deeply.

He knew that once the report reached Yanjing, given his determination to break the blockade, there was no reason for the authorities to refuse it.

……

The days of waiting were long and agonizing.

The entire senior management of Haofeng Group noticed the boss's unusual behavior these past few days, and even the most favored actresses dared not provoke him at this time.

Until five days later!

A red-headed document bearing the official seal of the highest ministry in Beijing was sent to the president's office of Haofeng Group through the confidential channel of the provincial party committee!

When Zhang Xinyu handed the official document to Li Feng with trembling hands, her breathing was rapid.

"Boss...it's approved!"

Li Feng quickly scanned the clauses on the document.

The authorities in Beijing not only gave it the green light all the way, but also made special arrangements for it!

Led by the four major banks, a syndicated loan of up to RMB 30 billion with ultra-low interest rates was approved for Haofeng Group!

The repayment period is up to ten years, secured by Haofeng Group's profits from games and entertainment over the next ten years!

Moreover, the official document also included a reply from the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Land and Resources.

It clearly states that, in order to support the establishment of Haofeng's semiconductor industrial park, the province has specially approved tens of thousands of acres of industrial land in Li Feng's hometown—Xuzhou New City Economic Development Zone!

"The land was approved in Xuzhou..."

Looking at the approval document, Li Feng felt a surge of warmth in his heart.

The above clearly shows that they have thoroughly investigated his background and his deep affection for his hometown.

Not only did they give him money, they also conveniently offered him an opportunity to develop his hometown.

"Boss, 30 billion! We have the money to buy lithography machines and poach talent from Silicon Valley!" Zhang Xinyu was so excited that tears almost fell.

But after the initial excitement, Zhang Xinyu's shrewd secretary mind started working again.

"But boss... 30 billion in debt, that's too much pressure. What if we have trouble repaying the loan later?"

Zhang Xinyu leaned closer and whispered, "Actually... with our scale being so large now, we could totally spin off Weibo or iQiyi and list them on NASDAQ in the US or the A-share market in China!"

"Once we go public, with our current market capitalization, we can easily harvest a wave of retail investors and pay off this 30 billion loan in no time. You won't have to bear such a huge debt burden anymore."

In Zhang Xinyu's view, going public to raise money and using shareholders' money for research and development is the most common practice of capitalists.

However, Li Feng carefully locked the official document in the safe and gave her a cold glance.

"Are you teaching me how to do things?"

Zhang Xinyu trembled all over, feeling a chill rush straight to the top of her head, which frightened her so much that her face turned pale.

She then realized that in her overconfidence, she had committed a major taboo of her boss!

"Boss, Xinyu wouldn't dare... I was too talkative, I know I was wrong..." Zhang Xinyu immediately lowered her head, her voice trembling violently, and she didn't even dare to breathe.

"Just do your job and keep your mouth shut about things that aren't your business."

Li Feng coldly withdrew his gaze, waved his hand, and said, "Get out."

"Yes, boss." Zhang Xinyu felt like she had been granted a pardon and quietly left the president's office.

Once he was all alone in the spacious office, Li Feng walked to the floor-to-ceiling window and looked down at the ancient capital of six dynasties.

Going public? Or just fleecing investors to pay off debts?

Does Li Feng really need 30 billion? Doesn't he know that going public and raising money is a quick way to make money?

He knows it all too well.

But he needs this debt even more! He needs to borrow this money from the country!

If Haofeng Network goes public, its equity structure will inevitably be penetrated by international giants and major institutional capital, and it will lose control of this pan-entertainment empire.

Today, by signing this 30 billion yuan official debt agreement, he has essentially tied his life, the future of the entire Haofeng Group, and the interests of the nation to the same fate!

This 30 billion is his pledge of allegiance to the country! It's also his shield!

Li Feng understands the domestic capital ecosystem.

When a person's wealth swells to the point of being comparable to that of a nation, and they control a social media platform that can influence the opinions of hundreds of millions of people, or even dominate fields such as gaming, video, and cultural export...

How terrible would the consequences be if one did not have an unbreakable political backer and did not resonate with the country's highest strategy?

Every husband is not guilty, and he is guilty of his crime.

If, in the eyes of others, Haofeng Group is merely an entertainment company that fleeces retail investors in the stock market, then sooner or later, this huge, lucrative piece of meat will be targeted by powerful figures and wealthy families.

At that time, they will only need to find any excuse to buy Haofeng Group for one yuan.

But now, everything is different.