I can become stronger by paying salaries. I have one billion employees!

Chapter 577 143.6 billion in a single day! I'm just a mobile phone seller, why are you giving me a heavy machine gun?
Kategna Restaurant, Alberba.

Zhou Jinling picked up a piece of roasted meat with his chopsticks and put it in his mouth. With a gentle bite, the aroma of the fat instantly spread between his lips and teeth, and the texture was tender and chewy.

Normally, he would definitely take another sip of ice-cold beer to cleanse his palate, but at this moment, he had no interest whatsoever.

Looking back over the past two and a half years, he went from Abyssinia to Nigeria, struggling and working his way up before finally becoming the sales general manager for the East Africa region.

But the mixed-race woman opposite him kept causing him trouble.

In the African market, Orange Technology implements two different settlement methods based on the overall strength of its distributors.

For distributors with annual sales exceeding ten million, a "payment before delivery" approach is adopted, meaning that the distributor pays the full amount upfront, and Orange Technology arranges delivery only after confirming receipt of payment, thereby ensuring a balance between fund security and delivery efficiency.

For core distributors with annual sales exceeding 100 million yuan, a "pay 70% of the price first, then ship the goods" arrangement is offered, with the remaining balance settled quarterly.

This action is both an affirmation of the importance of the sales channel and a form of exclusive policy reward, with the aim of further consolidating the cooperative relationship between the two parties.

But just after March, Abyssinia's largest distributor told him that the final payment for the first quarter could not be made on time, and the payment for the second quarter's orders would have to be offset by beef or firearms.

I'm just a mobile phone seller, what use would I have for your AK47, Type 56 assault rifle and Type 80 general-purpose machine gun?
Furthermore, if the distributor is changed at the last minute, the sales network will be disrupted, and the performance in the second quarter will be in jeopardy.

If this matter is not handled properly, the quarterly bonus for the first half of the year will most likely be only the lowest level, and more importantly, the opportunities for salary increases and promotions will also be lost.

“Mr. Zhou, I’m really sorry, I didn’t want to do this either, but the company currently has less than 100 million US dollars in foreign exchange funds available, and you’re unwilling to settle in Bill.”

Elita's face was full of helplessness, and her tone carried a hint of guilt.

In the past two years, since joining Orange Technology, she has quickly expanded her digital chain stores from first- and second-tier cities to third- and fourth-tier markets. Now, her annual sales have reached 3 million US dollars, making her a fortune.

Normally, she wouldn't want to offend Zhou Jinling, but ever since she acquired the mining rights to a copper mine last year, trouble has followed one after another.

Later, she inquired and learned that an Australian mining group had taken a liking to the copper mine and offered a higher price. The industry association regretted its decision and forced her to voluntarily return the mining rights.

Otherwise, her foreign exchange quota will be restricted.

The vast majority of multinational trading companies only accept settlements in US dollars.

As for the Abyssinian bil, its exchange rate fell by 17% in less than three months after the new year.

Zhou Jinling dared not accept these things!
He knew perfectly well that in many African countries, printing presses used more paper than ordinary printing plants, and the local currency had virtually no credibility.

"I have already reported this to the group. We'll have to wait for further instructions on how to proceed."

Zhou Jinling snorted coldly.

Sitting to the side were Qi Liang and Jin Xu, who had been working hard in Africa for two and a half years. Now, one was a sales supervisor and the other was a sales director, making them Zhou Jinling's right-hand men.

Both of them looked worried, concerned about their first-quarter performance bonuses.

"Actually, if Mr. Zhou is willing, I can transfer the copper mining rights in Tigray State to your company."

Elita's eyes darted around, and she asked tentatively.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Jinling almost laughed out of anger.

He wasn't stupid; he had already investigated the reasons behind Elita's inability to pay the remaining balance.

The other party clearly wanted to push all the trouble onto him and make him the scapegoat!
"I don't want to get shot in the street," Zhou Jinling said with a sneer.

Although Abyssinia's security is relatively good compared to other parts of Africa, you can still often see wrecked cars riddled with bullet holes by AK47s on the streets.

Although the company established Wind Falcon security in South Africa and sent a group of people to maintain the safety of employees and property in the Asberba market, there were only a dozen or so people in total.

In this foreign land, it might deter some small businessmen with ulterior motives, but it can't intimidate the industrial association, a local tyrant that resells mineral resources and can summon hundreds of soldiers at any time.

Elita chuckled, then immediately realized: Zhou Jinling knew about her predicament.

She sighed softly, feeling a pang of regret. She shouldn't have gotten involved in the mining industry.

This industry is fraught with danger!
Zhou Jinling ate a few bites, put down his chopsticks, and glanced at his phone. The company had not yet responded.

He took a tissue, wiped his mouth, and got up to leave.

At this time, the mobile phone in his pocket rang.

Zhou Jinling quickly took out his phone and, after seeing the caller ID, immediately pressed the answer button.

Three minutes later, Zhou Jinling slowly hung up the phone, turned to look at Elita and said, "The final payment for the first quarter will be 70% paid with beef and 30% with firearms. I'll give you another month. If you still can't solve the payment problem, I'll give your purchase share to other distributors."

"Thank you, Mr. Zhou, for helping me."

Elita responded with heartfelt gratitude.

一共2250万美币的尾款，最后换成了3800吨牛肉、1000支56冲锋枪、800支AK47、300挺80通用机枪、100支SVD德拉贡诺夫步枪、重机枪、火箭筒和弹药若干。

When Zhou Jinling received the payment, he couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.

He didn't know what his boss wanted these guns for, but he was a smart man; he didn't ask what he shouldn't ask or say what he shouldn't say.

He took the beef away, and the guns were taken away by Fengjun's security personnel.

Back at the company, Zhou Jinling watched Chen Yansen on TV, who was attending the Qingsong Symposium. He looked like a successful entrepreneur in a sharp suit, but the boss seemed to have other thoughts on his mind.

"Brother Zhou, what do you think Brother Sen is buying guns for?" Jin Xu asked cautiously, lowering his voice.

"Of course they're protecting us! Have you all forgotten what happened in Nigeria last year? Someone broke into our store in the middle of the night with an AK47. If it weren't for our colleagues from the Wind Falcon team, we might have lost everything."

Before Zhou Jinling could speak, Qi Liang interrupted and answered.

Africa is indeed a chaotic place, but the three of them didn't want to leave for a simple reason: they could earn more money and the prices were low. A pound of beef cost more than ten yuan, 600 yuan could hire a nanny, and 1000 yuan could hire a driver.

Even Jin Xu, who has the lowest salary, earns no less than 20,000 yuan per month.

This money was enough for him to live a noble life in Abyssinia.

They have a nanny and a cook at home, and a driver and bodyguards when they travel.

Choose any fair-skinned, beautiful, long-legged girl you like!
It's worth noting that there are no limits on the number of wives a person can marry in Abyssinia.

If I go back to China, what can I do with 20,000 yuan?
Would you buy a square meter of housing in Shanghai or Beijing?

at the same time.

Inside the headquarters building of the Falcon in South Africa, Bai Zhenshan scratched his head, then grinned, thinking to himself: With a gun in hand, I have nothing to fear.

After two years of development, Fengjun has established branches in many parts of Africa, with more than 600 employees. Its main business is to protect the property and personal safety of Chinese and Southeast Asian businessmen.

For example, some gold and copper mines are easily looted by rebel forces.

Of course, it's hard to say whether they are actually rebels.

With this batch of firearms, Fengjun will be able to enhance its capabilities and expand its security business.

…… ……

Inside a luxuriously decorated private room in the capital.

Chen Yansen glanced at the text on his phone screen, a smile appearing on his lips.

Pinbei is about to enter the African market, and Orange electric vehicles, Orange electric fans, Orange clothing, and Orange air conditioners will also open specialty stores in Africa. Safety issues cannot be ignored.

Besides, as a legitimate businessman, Fengjun is also a regular security company with all the necessary gun licenses. What's wrong with buying some heavy machine guns and rocket launchers?
If others dare to sell, Mr. Chen dares to buy!

"Brother Sen, let me toast you. Yesterday, JD.com's sales exceeded 3 billion yuan. Tomorrow is the first day of the March 8th promotion, and it will reach at least 6 billion yuan. That's almost catching up with the level of the Double Eleven promotion."

Handsome Dong, holding a wine glass, said with a smile.

He never expected that after fully siding with Senlian Capital, he would receive massive resource support.

Although every resource slot and every page view has to be paid for, compared to the previous list price, JD.com has received the treatment of a "godson".

"Cheers, and let's take down Old Ma while we're at it!"

Chen Yansen and Liangzai Dong raised their glasses and said casually.

Seeing this, Ye Qiuping picked up a bottle of Moutai and poured a full glass for President Chen.

To Liu Qiangdong's right sat a pretty girl with a delicate and slender figure. She glanced at Ye Qiuping and then busied herself pouring drinks for her boyfriend.

"If you ask me, Ma Liyun only has the advantage of being the first to move. What makes him so great?"

Zhou Hongyi's cheeks were flushed, and he said in a very casual manner.

Others might be more careful with their words after drinking, but Lao Zhou wouldn't; he'd start cursing as soon as he opened his mouth.

Lei Yijun held his wine glass and swirled it gently, inwardly scoffing: "Isn't it because Ma Liyun wanted to invest in 360, and you couldn't agree on the price? You're such a fickle opportunist."

In his view, Ma Liyun's cooperation with 360 would only anger Chen Yansen. He would then want to see if 360 Mobile would still be able to get technical support from Orange Technology.

But the two sides failed to reach an agreement!

Chen Yansen smiled; he knew perfectly well what was going on, but was too lazy to point it out.

Businessmen, their lives are like a pendulum, swinging back and forth in pursuit of maximizing profits.

"Are you guys coming to the party tonight? I've invited a few female celebrities, including some young women and some big-time foreign women from the north."

Zhang Chaoyang yawned and asked, seemingly oblivious to everyone else.

After all, he spends all his time either drinking or on his way to drink.

For him, bars, parties, and boat trips were just different venues for drinking.

Inside the private room, apart from Chen Yansen and Liu Qiangdong who brought female companions, Lei Yijun, Zhou Hongyi, Ding Lei, Chen Nian, and Jia Yaoting all came alone.

"Charles, I won't go," Liu Qiangdong said, pointing to his girlfriend beside him.

A man can be a jerk, but he can't be too much of a jerk.

After hearing what Lao Liu said, Zhang Zetian's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, was quietly put at ease.

You seemed to have a lot of fun last time!
Zhang Chaoyang thought to himself.

"I have a meeting tomorrow, and it's getting late, so I'll be going now. You guys can continue your conversation."

Chen Yansen raised his hand to check his watch, stood up and said.

Given his status, he can go if he wants, and no one dares to say anything if he doesn't.

"Brother Sen, let me see you off." Liu Qiangdong said very enthusiastically.

Zhang Zetian looked at the forty-year-old Liu Qiangdong, who addressed the twenty-two-year-old Chen Yansen as "Brother Sen" repeatedly, without showing the slightest surprise on his face.

Coming from a merchant family, she was influenced by what she saw and heard from a young age, which made her understand a principle early on: strength is paramount, and age doesn't matter when you're the boss.

"Old Liu, I've already spoken with Huang Zheng about the 618 merchant launch conference next month. Could you send someone over to combine the two companies' purchase orders?"

Chen Yansen put his arm around the handsome Dong's arm, and the two left Jingzhaoyin with their arms around each other's shoulders.

The implication is that they want to obtain a lower purchase price from suppliers in exchange for larger order sizes.

Low prices, fast logistics, and good service are essential to retaining customers.

Liu Qiangdong agreed wholeheartedly and nodded in agreement without hesitation.

Chen Yansen got into the back seat of the Hongqi L5, waved to the handsome Dong, and then signaled Lao Huang to drive back to the hotel.

The smile on Liu Qiangdong's face only faded slightly when the car entered the elevated highway.

Not long after, Chen Yansen and Ye Qiuping returned to the Westin suite.

"My lord, what is my identity tonight?" Ye Qiuping took off her coat, revealing herself to be wearing only a white turtleneck sweater. She sat on the edge of the bed, her bare feet rubbing back and forth on President Chen's calves.

Don't you have any of your own ideas or creativity?

Chen Yansen questioned him irritably.

"..." Master Ye's face froze, and he spat inwardly: I want you to be my youngest son, and you would agree to that?
The next morning, CCTV's morning news.

Chen Yansen reappeared in the CCTV reporter's lens, this time attending a symposium, sitting in the center, with Huawei Chairman Ren Zhongfei on his left and Lenovo's Liu Chengzhi on his right.

Lei Yijun, Liu Qiangdong, Ding Lei, Dong Mingzhu, and others were all in the second row, and only half of their faces could be vaguely seen.

Chen Yansen was in the center of the frame the entire time!

At the same time, the e-commerce battle between Pinduoduo, Tmall, and JD.com also officially began.

Kuaipao Flash Sale took the lead, snatching away a small portion of the orders from Yaomao Supermarket. The product titles directly stated: "Extinction Price" and "Double Compensation if You Buy at a Higher Price".

First, capture users' minds with the slogan of genuine products at good prices;
Secondly, with a delivery time of 29 minutes, it has revolutionized the standard of fulfillment services in e-commerce.

the other side.

Zhang Yifeng led Lazada's operations team to conquer new territories in the Southeast Asian market.

In the city centers of six countries—Java, Malaysia, Luzon, Siam, Temasek, and Nam An—more and more Yunsu Express couriers are traversing the streets. Ninety percent of them are locals, while the remaining ten percent are key members transferred from China to serve as station managers and supervisors in grassroots positions.

"197 million US dollars! Damn, that's less than 200 million!"

Zhang Yifeng stayed at the company until midnight, and looking at the final transaction amount at midnight, he couldn't help but curse under his breath.

Meanwhile, in Luzhou, far away in China, all the employees of Pinbei were cheering and celebrating.

Total sales on March 7th reached 143.6 billion!
(End of this chapter)