1994: Vegetable farmers strike back

Chapter 404 Financing
From the moment the decision was made to expand the base, Huang Jianyuan worked alongside Chen Jiazhi for an extended period.

I originally thought it was because the company's business was developing rapidly and could bring sufficient economic benefits, but now it seems they also had the intention of attracting investment to Lianzhou.

People in Lingnan have a strong clan mentality and place great importance on returning home in glory.

After thinking for a moment, Chen Jiazhi said, "In just over a month, the 1000-mu fruit and vegetable base that we are cooperating with in Lianzhou will be ready for harvesting, which should also have some effect."

Huang Jianyuan pondered for a moment and said, "I've been paying attention to this as well, and I hope we can really achieve something."

The two chatted idly in the car, occasionally taking a nap, and finally arrived home around noon.

The old man, his mother, and Li Xiu had already prepared the meal at home.

"Mr. Huang, let's just have a simple lunch at home."

"Haha, such a big table of food, we can't skimp on it. I'm the one who's a little embarrassed because I didn't bring anything."

Peng Guozhen, the old woman, said, "Why bring anything? Once you're here, make yourself at home. Sit down and start eating."

This was Huang Jianyuan's first time visiting Chen Jiazhi's home. Although he couldn't understand the dialect, he could still feel the warmth of the family.

A short while later, Yi Dinggan and Chen Jiafang also returned on their bicycles.

The dinner table quickly became lively.

After Yi Dinggan sat down, he said, "Jiazhi, quickly tell Xiaolong and Xiaohu, did the mayor ask me a question that day? My answer was perfect, right? It left a deep impression on the mayor."

"Hmm, the impression of an old vegetable farmer."

"Hahaha..." The Yi brothers, Yi Long and Yi Hu, laughed as they went home for lunch.

Chen Jiafang said, "Alright, stop showing off your little thing. You just met the mayor, and you've been talking about it over and over for days."

Yi Dinggan glanced at Chen Jiazhi, quite dissatisfied. How did he become an old vegetable farmer?

I happened to see his lighter on the table again, this time a different one, and I thought I'd sneak over to it without anyone noticing.

"Trying to take my lighter again? No way."

Chen Jiazhi picked up the lighter and put it in his pocket.

"I'm just taking a look, are you trying to stop me from stealing anything?"

"Of course! How many of my lighters have you taken?"

"Very stingy."

The close relationship between the two families surprised Huang Jianyuan, who realized that his initial attempt to win over Yi Dinggan had been somewhat miscalculated.

After the two students had finished eating and gone to school, Chen Jiazhi mentioned the new variables.

If Xia Youche joins in, the Zengcheng base will likely cover an area of ​​3000 mu.

He wanted Yi Dinggan to go to Zengcheng.

Among the several candidates for farm manager, Yi Dinggan was the most experienced. Chen Jiazhi also knew that he was capable of managing a large base and was trustworthy.

"I went to Zengcheng. Who do you plan to hand over the Jiangxin vegetable market to?"

“I’d like to have Qi Yongfeng come back and give it a try,” Chen Jiazhi said thoughtfully. “But I haven’t told him yet. Once it’s confirmed, I’ll go to the Shanghai Prosperity Market. What do you think?”

Yi Dinggan took a cigarette from the cigarette box and held his other hand out in the air.

Chen Jiazhi understood what he meant and took out a lighter he had just bought from his bag and placed it in his hand.

"Ding~"

Yi Dinggan casually lit a cigarette. "It's me then. I'll listen to you. Wherever you tell me to go, I'll go."

But if you put Yongfeng in charge of Jiangxin Market, do you think he can handle it?

Chen Jiazhi pondered for a moment and said, "It should be possible. He spent some time at the prosperous vegetable market and is much more composed now."

Qi Yongfeng was originally a bit reckless, but he failed to be promoted to director and was instead transferred to Shanghai to develop the wholesale market, which actually helped him grow a lot.

Yi Dinggan: "Then I have no problem."

Chen Jiazhi blinked and glanced at his second sister, Chen Jiafang, who was tidying up the table.

Yi Dinggan didn't say anything, but he made an OK sign with his hand.

There might be a little trouble settling things in with his family, since there are still two students, but having overcome such difficulties in his previous life, Chen Jiazhi doesn't think it's a big problem now.

When they got back, they started talking about work. Chen Jiazhi noticed that Li Xiu, who was with her son, was a little upset, so he asked Xue Jun and Huang Jianyuan to go to the market first, while he stayed home with his family for a while.

They always come and go in a hurry, so I can only try to spend as much time with them as possible.

...

At 2 p.m., Xia Youche arrived at the market, but he did not get out of the car immediately.

Instead, he drove around the market first. There were many plots of land being tilled, and plenty of vegetables, but none for him.

Even so, when facing Chen Jiazhi who had followed her to the market, she didn't intend to mention the matter, as she still had some face to save.

"Mr. Xia, you've come all this way, thank you for your hard work."

"As long as the result is good, I'm willing to make a few more trips." Chen Jiazhi nodded slightly, led the person to his office, made a cup of tea, and then got straight to the point.

"Since Mr. Xia knows that Kaopu Fresh is going to invest in a vegetable base in Zengcheng, I won't go into details and will get straight to the point."

"The new base is planned to cover 3000 mu (approximately 200 hectares) with a total investment of 20 million yuan."

"Mr. Xia wants to invest? Sure, 1000 million yuan will get you 20% of the shares."

Xia Youche immediately put down the teacup he had just picked up, his lips trembling.

"You surnamed Chen, this is extortion! You have no sincerity whatsoever!"

"With your algorithm, I'll lose 30% as soon as I invest!"

Chen Jiazhi sat there as steady as a mountain, which meant there was still room for negotiation since he hadn't immediately turned hostile.

"Mr. Xia, please share your thoughts."

Xia Youche was well-prepared and said, "I can invest 1000 million, but I must hold at least 40% of the shares. At the same time, Tongxingtai must have priority in purchasing the vegetables produced at the base!"

“You’re dreaming.” Chen Jiazhi shook his head. “I don’t think Boss Xia is sincere either. The team is mine, the resources are what I contacted, and the vegetables produced can be supplied to Tongxingtai first, but a 40% shareholding is too high.”

Xia Youche frowned and said, "It's the same investment of 1000 million, but I only own 40% of the shares. That's already very sincere."

"That means you underestimated the value of my team, and you also underestimated my value."

Chen Jiazhi patted his chest and said, "President Xia, since you're willing to make this long trip, it's probably not because you're interested in this project, but because you respect me as a person."

With your financial resources and market channels, investing in a farmers' market would be a piece of cake, but you are still hesitant because you know the difficulties of running a farmers' market.

"Over the past year or so, you've come to understand my market judgment and the planting and management capabilities of my market team. It's precisely because investing in and operating a market yourself is far less secure and less likely to generate profits than having me do it that you're sitting here today."

His words were full of vigor and confidence.

Yi Dinggan, who was also in the office, felt proud, as these were all achievements made in the past.

Huang Jianyuan was still amazed by Chen Jiazhi's outrageous demands; he really dared to ask for so much!
The total investment was 20 million. Others invested 10 million, but could only own 20% of the shares. If it were him, he might have just left.

Xia Youche was still negotiating, trying to bargain.

Because he genuinely acknowledges Chen Jiazhi's abilities and the capabilities of Jiangxin Vegetable Market.

Only those who have personally interacted with this team know how formidable they are, as they are able to accurately predict market trends every so often.

It also boasts advantages such as stable supply capabilities and excellent quality control.

These factors are too tempting for a vegetable wholesaler.

Xia Youche had personally experienced its effects, which ultimately made him unable to stop and sink deeper and deeper into it. After finally cutting himself off, he suffered a severe backlash.

Now that he has a better chance to get on the bus, it's hard for him to just walk away.

"President Chen, 20% is too low, it should be at least 30%, and at the same time, we must ensure that Tongxingtai has a sufficient purchase volume!"

For him, the source of goods was the most important purpose of participating in this investment.

Only with a high-quality and stable supply of goods can Tongxingtai regain its former glory.

Xia Youche's concession reassured Chen Jiazhi. "The base area is large enough that vegetable supply is not a problem, but regarding the shareholding ratio, I can only give you a maximum of 25%."

Xia Youche couldn't help but slam his fist on the table. "You surnamed Chen, I've shown my sincerity, shouldn't you also back down a little?"

Chen Jiazhi thought for a moment, then took out a newspaper from the table that Yi Dinggan had read over and over again countless times.

"I wonder if Mr. Xia has read this report?"

Chen Youche glanced at it and his heart skipped a beat; it was all too familiar.

Chen Jiazhi said, "I have secured policy and financial support from the city for this new project. This will not only save the project money, but also means that the project has been registered in the city from the very beginning, and the resources that can be obtained in the future are unimaginable!"
This is my sincerity!

Chen Jiazhi's tone grew heavier and more certain, and when he finished speaking, Xia Youche's heart skipped a beat!
This confident tone convinced Xia Youche that Chen Jiazhi had indeed gotten involved with that person.

Otherwise, how could they dare to ask for policy and financial support?
He was well aware of Chen Guanye's influence; he was very influential in mainland China, especially in the Pearl River Delta. With Chen's support, the situation would naturally be different.

A 25% stake for 1000 million yuan means the project is valued at 4000 million yuan, double the actual investment of 2000 million yuan.

He wondered to himself, is it really worth that much money?

He looked at the other people in the office. Chen Jiazhi and the current manager both seemed very confident, and their abilities were indeed outstanding.

As far as he knew, the two of them were just small vegetable farmers two or three years ago, but their net worth has increased thousands of times over.

Thinking about it this way, doubling it doesn't seem too difficult.

Moreover, his main motivation was the supply of goods. With a high-quality and stable supply of goods, Tong Hing Tai's earning power in Hong Kong was also quite impressive.

Xia Youche was trying to convince herself to accept it.
Chen Jiazhi wasn't in a hurry. He wanted to light a cigarette but then realized he'd given his lighter to Yi Dinggan. He reached out, and Yi Dinggan handed him the cheapest plastic lighter. Then Yi Dinggan shrugged again, taking the lighter back and placing a box of matches in his hand instead. He was utterly speechless.
At this moment, Xia Youche also made up his mind and said in a deep voice, "President Chen, I'll invest this 1000 million."

Chen Jiazhi stood up, shook hands with him, and said with a smile, "President Xia, look back at this investment in a few years, and you will be proud of today's decision."

Xia Youche suddenly felt more confident, "I believe that President Chen will lead us to grow bigger and stronger."

(End of this chapter)