The Great Sage Returns from Ten Years of Imprisonment

Thursday morning.

As soon as Ling Yun entered the joint investment team's office area, he was stopped by Director Fang from the Civil Aviation Administration of China.

"Let's talk in private, Ling Yun. I have something to report to you."

"Okay, Director Fang."

Ling Yun nodded in surprise.

They then went into the small conference room together.

After closing the door, Director Fang began to report on the situation with a solemn expression.

"There's an unexpected situation that Director Li thinks is necessary to inform you about, and to hear your response strategy."

"The General Administration of Customs received a notification from China A that yesterday morning, the CEO of Goldman Sachs' Shanghai branch contacted a deputy manager in the investment department of Shanghai Airlines using his personal mobile phone."

"During the phone call, Anthony bluntly asked if Shanghai Airlines' investment department had recently been shorting international crude oil futures and making astonishing profits?"

"Anthony's tone was quite harsh, even accusatory, as he asked Shanghai Airlines why it didn't follow Goldman Sachs' investment advice and go long on international crude oil futures?"

"This Manager Liu, however, acted excessively humble, revealing in detail all of Shanghai Airlines' operations in the international crude oil futures market during this period, without any reservations."

He explained with trepidation that it was a decision made by the company's senior management, and that he had no authority to interfere or change the decision, and could only follow it.

"When Shanghai Airlines signed the fuel hedging agreement with Goldman Sachs, this man surnamed Liu was involved in the entire process. Judging from this, his problems should be quite serious."

Upon hearing this, Ling Yun's expression instantly turned cold.

Just what kind of person is this Manager Liu? The answer couldn't be clearer!

What else could he be but a Goldman Sachs corporate spy?

Although he had guessed the answer, Ling Yun remained silent with a cold face and continued to listen to Director Fang's explanation.

"There's another thing. Goldman Sachs is investigating the Yuanda crude oil investment team. Judging from their actions, they seem to be trying to bribe one or two team members."

"So far, they haven't succeeded, but we can't guarantee they won't succeed at any time. We must be cautious to avoid leaking secrets."

"Upon learning of this situation, Director Li asked me to ask for your opinion, saying that if necessary, we could have State A intervene to cut off this overreaching black hand."

"Wait, the real show is just beginning."

Ling Yun suddenly laughed and quickly waved his hand.

"For now, there's no need for the national A-shares to intervene. This is a golden opportunity that's come knocking on our door. We can use this chance to set a trap and give those bastards at Goldman Sachs a real scare."

"Since Guo A has already targeted Manager Liu of Shanghai Airlines, let's start with him. First, we need to create an information cocoon around Manager Liu."

"Information cocoon?"

Director Fang was a little stunned and didn't react for a moment.

We haven't reached the era of information explosion and intelligent networks yet; we're just on the cusp of the intelligent era. Director Fang had barely heard of the term "information cocoon" much.

He was confused because he didn't understand the meaning of the word.

Seeing his reaction, Ling Yun had no choice but to explain the name first before revealing his own thoughts.

"This information cocoon is easy to create. Just arrange for this guy surnamed Liu to go on a business trip to another city, so that he can only learn about matters related to Shanghai Airlines' investment department by phone."

"Then they arranged for someone in Shanghai Airlines' investment department to pass on false information to him and reveal contrarian investment strategies, which he then passed on to those bastards at Goldman Sachs."

"Once we've resolved the Goldman Sachs issue, or even waited until the joint investment operation is completely finished, it wouldn't be too late for State-Owned Enterprises (SOE) to take the fall. That would be even more effective!"

"At the same time, we must also be aware that there may be traitors like Manager Liu within the investment departments and decision-making levels of various airlines. We must strengthen our investigation and confidentiality efforts."

At this point, Ling Yun changed the subject.

"We can be flexible with the Yuanda Investment team. If someone is bribed, we can use him to create a smokescreen and keep Goldman Sachs interested and focused."

"For example, have Chairman Zhao leak information that Yuanda Group is preparing to increase its investment, raise its leverage ratio, or even release a completely opposite investment strategy..."

Director Fang was stunned and speechless.

After Ling Yun finished speaking, he couldn't help but utter a few words of reflection.

"Wow! Not only are you an investment genius, but you're also a master of intelligence and counter-espionage. You wouldn't happen to have a hidden secret agent identity, would you?"

"Your response strategies are excellent and highly feasible. I will report them truthfully to Director Li and the others, and the General Administration will make the decision."

"Hahaha"

Ling Yun smiled smugly and nodded in agreement.

"If I weren't in finance and investment, I'd really like to join a powerful department like State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC). That kind of work must be incredibly exciting and interesting!"

The conversation ended a dozen minutes later.

Emerging from the small conference room, Ling Yun went straight into the trading area to examine the international crude oil futures market and the international financial market, preparing for the next storm.

Director Fang then left the CIC headquarters to return to the head office to report.

That afternoon, the counter-espionage plan devised by Ling Yun was secretly and quietly implemented.

Shanghai, around 8 pm.

Slightly tipsy after drinking with friends, Manager Liu returned to his home in Xuhui District, humming a tune.

As soon as I walked in the door, my boss suddenly called.

After the call connected and a brief greeting, the boss immediately got down to business.

"There's an urgent matter at the company, Lao Liu. Pack your things and go on a business trip to Chang'an tomorrow to check on the fuel reserves at the Chang'an branch."

"The company is preparing to formulate next year's aviation fuel procurement plan and needs to understand the fuel reserves and approximate needs of each branch office."

Upon hearing that he was to be sent on a business trip, Manager Liu immediately became wary.

The next moment, he asked in surprise:

"Mr. Wang, why are you sending me to the Chang'an branch for inventory? That's not my area of ​​responsibility!"

"I know that Manager Song, who is in charge of Chang'an's related business, has a sick father who is hospitalized and can't leave, so I have to ask you to fill in."

"I see. What about the international crude oil futures trading business I'm in charge of? Should we find someone to take over?"

"No need. You can remotely control the transaction via phone, and your team members will execute it. It won't interfere with anything!"

Manager Liu's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled back into his stomach, and all his doubts vanished instantly.

"Okay, Mr. Wang, I'll make the preparations. We'll fly first thing tomorrow morning."

They chatted for a few more minutes before ending the call.

After hanging up the phone, Manager Liu immediately instructed his wife to pack his luggage.

On the other side, at Shanghai Airlines headquarters.

Mr. Wang put away his phone and looked at a middle-aged man standing opposite him.

"You can go home and rest now, Manager Song. Take good care of your family and don't worry about work."

"Okay, thank you for your consideration, Mr. Wang."

Manager Song nodded and turned to leave the office.

His father does indeed have late-stage lung cancer and is currently hospitalized in a hospital in Shanghai. As the only son in the family, he has to bear the responsibility of taking care of him!

Under these circumstances, it would be impossible and inhumane to send him on a business trip to Chang'an for one or two weeks!

In light of this, Manager Song not only had no doubts about the company's decision, but was also grateful for it.

As soon as he left the office, Mr. Wang took out his phone again and dialed a number.

As soon as the call connected, he immediately reported the situation.

"Everything has been arranged, and the other party has not suspected anything."

The next moment, a steady voice came from the phone.

"Very good. You all need to cooperate with Comrade Guo A in his work, and you must ensure confidentiality is maintained; there can be no lapses!"

Upon hearing the words "National A", General Manager Wang couldn't help but shudder.

He had just finished making a phone call when the director of compliance entered his office with two men in their early thirties.

Upon seeing these two unfamiliar men with cold expressions and javelin-like physiques, Mr. Wang instantly guessed their identities without them even needing to show identification.

Before we knew it, it was Friday evening.

Goldman Sachs Shanghai branch, CEO's office.

It was past closing time, so Anthony quickly packed his things and prepared to leave the office.

Just then, my phone suddenly beeped.

He immediately took out his phone and opened it to check the text message he had just received.

The next moment, a disdainful sneer quickly appeared on his face.

"A bunch of idiots, daring to go long on international crude oil futures in this situation? Who else but you will die?"

"As expected, money earned by luck will ultimately be lost due to a lack of skill!"