Siheyuan: I am a trader in both worlds!

Chapter 329 But, I refuse!

Faced with the all-out assistance from future generations, who spared no expense, thought of what the world of Beijing thought, were anxious about what the world of Beijing was anxious about, and responded to what the world of Beijing needed, Bai Ling was truly somewhat shaken.

And it wasn't just her who wavered; even someone as resolute as Lao Luo and as steadfast as Director Wang were inevitably stunned by this incredible windfall.

Almost instinctively, I wanted to nod in agreement immediately so I could quickly devour this huge pie.

Especially after they heard Simon Lang's confident assurance.
"Haven't you been surpassing the old capitalist empires, shit Britain and low B America, in steel production? What's the point of just surpassing them in steel production? As long as you nod your head, we'll surpass them in every aspect, without any blind spots!"

"I can promise you right now: we'll catch up with that shitty Britain in five years and surpass that lowly America in ten! As for that arrogant old Russian, with his pathetic state, he doesn't even deserve to be our target, he doesn't even deserve a name. We'll just take him out while we're at it!"

It's no exaggeration to say that his eyes were bloodshot!
He was so eager that he almost blurted out his agreement on behalf of the entire city of Beijing, Bai Ling, who was completely powerless against him.

But why didn't she say anything in the end?

That's because Bai Ling kept the proverb "There's no such thing as a free lunch" in mind from beginning to end.

Do they really think future generations will be all kind-hearted men and women?

Are you kidding me? !

Do you understand the principle that the wool comes from the sheep's back?

Why would someone help you for no reason if there isn't enough incentive?
Are you attracted to your age? Or are you attracted to your lack of hygiene?
In any case, Bai Ling felt that the title of being a blood brother from the same clan was not enough.
So, the words were on the tip of her tongue, but Bai Ling swallowed them back down.

Not daring to let Ximen Lang continue, Bai Ling quickly interrupted him.

"You can't really be here to deliver warmth and assistance to the countryside, can you? There's a saying, 'The wool comes from the sheep's back.' So, what's the price? What is the price?"

cost?

The price, of course, was the complete loss of autonomy, becoming an economic colony of later generations, and utterly reduced to a vassal state of the future!

However, Ximen Lang was clearly too embarrassed to say these words so directly.

Therefore, Ximen Lang could only speak in a roundabout and tactful manner.

"They're actually thinking about you. Take the development of various mineral resources, for example. We have the resources, but we can't develop them. Isn't that frustrating? It's like holding a golden bowl and begging for food. Not only can I not stand it, but even Yi Yi can't stand it!"

"so?"

"So she thought, why don't we just stop wasting our time and energy messing around? Rather than putting in all that effort and not getting any results, why not just hand over the mine to them! Let them develop it, let them manage it! Then you don't have to worry about anything, you don't have to care about anything, you can just lie at home and wait for your share of the money!"

"Haha, just as I expected!"

Sure enough, that was exactly the plan, which made Bai Ling laugh until tears streamed down her face.

This philanthropist truly lives up to his name; with one move, he intends to completely monopolize mineral resources from the very source.

Instead of rushing to express her opinion, Bai Ling continued to patiently guide him.

"What about these public facilities? You've paid such a high price and invested so much, you can't just give them to us for free, can you? We don't have that kind of face, and we'd be too embarrassed."

Upon hearing that there was a chance for things to turn around, Ximen Lang immediately took the bait.

Once they started talking, they couldn't stop. "They've thought of everything! You know what, they really have! They were just worried you might feel embarrassed. So, after it's built, they'll charge a token amount to manage it for you for a while."

"Once you've recouped most of the costs and saved face, there's no question about it. All personnel are to be returned immediately! All public facilities, whether highways, railways, water conservancy projects, or bridges, are all yours! They won't ask for a single penny more!"

"And this port too. Once it's built, except for a few key positions that can't be replaced, everyone else will be recruited from here! We'll be deeply involved, learning on the job, and starting now to prepare for a seamless transition in the future! Isn't that thoughtful?"

Is this a well-considered plan?

That's so thoughtful!

"They even considered our feelings! That's so considerate, it almost moved me to tears!"

"is it?"

Upon hearing this, Ximen Lang immediately looked at Bai Ling's face.

Seeing that not only were there no tears, but even smiles had completely disappeared.

The same thing happened to Lao Luo and Director Wang; the smiles on their faces immediately disappeared.

Now, it was Ximen Lang's turn to be embarrassed.

But as I said before, after all, they received a bribe.

Even if it's awkward, you have to try your best to finish what you've said.

Therefore, Ximen Lang could only bite the bullet and try his best to explain.

"After all, the project is so huge, and they've invested so much, so you have to let them make some profit, right? And compared to those anthropomorphic things in the Western world, the treatment and conditions are really better than anything else, there's really nothing to say about it."

Don't say it, don't say it!

Although later generations did indeed have grand ambitions.
But compared to those anthropomorphic creatures in the West who would rather drain a pond to catch all the fish, later generations were truly exceptionally kind!
It really proves that saying
"This is something many people would love to kneel before but can't even get the chance!"

Unfortunately, what they encountered in later generations was the world of Beijing, where people were physically disabled.
So, after only a brief moment of distraction, his steely will immediately returned.

Unmoved by the generous offers from future generations, Bai Ling immediately asked this question very directly.

"Ah Lang, I have a question for you. How long exactly is this so-called 'helping manage for a period of time'? It's not 99 years, is it?"

This is a clear and straightforward rejection.

Therefore, seeing that Bai Ling was ostensibly asking questions but actually refusing, he directly gave this sentence.

Simon Lang immediately realized that this negotiation, which had not yet begun, was destined to end inconclusively.

Then there was Ximen Lang, who had no expectations for the matter to begin with, and who had no idea what to do if the two sides reached an agreement.
He also breathed a sigh of relief.

He immediately put aside all his worries and finished telling Bai Ling and the others everything he had to say in one go.

"Besides economic aid, there's also military aid. From second-generation to fourth-generation fighter jets, we won't impose any restrictions on you! As for fifth-generation and the latest sixth-generation fighter jets, as long as you have the need, they will fly the aircraft over immediately and supply them in place."

(End of this chapter)