The Great Sage Returns from Ten Years of Imprisonment

At 10:30 a.m., the sun was shining brightly.

Ling Yun drove Zhang Lu to the headquarters of China Aviation Oil once again.

Today they are here to confirm the settlement results and the relevant matters concerning the repatriation of the principal of 300 million and the profit of 82 million US dollars to the mainland.

There is another purpose, which is to fulfill yesterday's promise of a three million reward.

When they entered the conference room, General Manager Sun, Director Xie, and six traders were already waiting inside.

After exchanging greetings, everyone quickly got down to business.

Everything went very smoothly.

In just half an hour, Ling Yun had finalized everything with General Manager Sun and the others, and left China Aviation Oil with Lawyer Zhang.

In just three or four days, Lingyun will be able to collect the huge profits he has earned and truly secure them.

Around 11:40, at a high-end restaurant on the East Third Ring Road.

As soon as Ling Yun and Zhang Lu entered the luxurious private room, Zhou Hua and the others immediately surrounded them, while Director Zhao and President Wang stood up and nodded.

"Dude, I knew you'd never lay down your arms and relax, but I never expected you to pull off something this big. You're amazing!"

As he spoke, Zhou Hua opened his arms, intending to give him a hug.

Fortunately, Lingyun reacted quickly and jokingly pushed the guy away.

"Get out of here! Don't give me that 'endless bromance' act!"

"Hahaha"

One sentence made everyone laugh.

Immediately afterwards, Zhang Yuntian and Li Jie joined in, their four eyes shining like light bulbs.

"If we succeed this time, won't the profit sharing be incredible? We'd be incredibly grateful if you'd even think of taking us along!"

"You're planning to go all out against Goldman Sachs, aren't you! If we're going against Goldman Sachs, we're totally in favor. Those bastards are scum!"

While exchanging greetings, the three guys were all eager to try it out and couldn't wait to get involved in this joint investment.

Ling Yun glanced at them and nodded confidently.

"You're right, buddy. This time, we're going to take down Goldman Sachs, but we're not just targeting Goldman Sachs. You'll find out more later."

"In short, after this operation is over, your share of the profits will be no less than last time, and you'll be worth at least over 100 million without any problem."

These words immediately caused an uproar at the scene.

"Wow! You're worth over a hundred million! To achieve this grand goal, I'm entrusting this 150-plus pound of my body to you!"

"That's enough for us. From now on, wherever you point, we'll go without hesitation!"

Faced with the enormous temptation of a net worth of over 100 million, Zhou Hua and his team were so excited they were practically flying.

They had no doubt about Ling Yun's words.

Their newly purchased large house and luxury car in Shanghai are the best proof of this.

As they were talking, Chairman Zhao and General Manager Wang approached.

After exchanging greetings, Chairman Zhao got down to business with a touch of emotion.

"Thank you for your timely reminder, Lingyun. International oil prices did indeed plummet last night, sending chills down everyone's spines!"

"Last night's battle earned the group at least 1.5 billion, all thanks to you!"

Ling Yun smiled and exchanged a few polite words.

"You're too kind, Chairman Zhao. Although I've resigned from the group, our cooperative relationship remains unchanged. In that respect, I'm not an outsider."

"Furthermore, the group has been shorting international crude oil futures recently. Even if I hadn't reminded them yesterday, the group would still have made a considerable profit."

"Well said, we've always been comrades in the same trench."

Chairman Zhao's eyes lit up, and he rubbed his hands together excitedly.

Without a doubt, this was what he most wanted to hear at that moment.

Such an investment genius, who seems to have been blessed with wealth, would naturally be someone you would do everything in your power to maintain a good relationship with, unless you've lost your mind.

Clearly, Chairman Zhao's head wasn't kicked by a donkey.

After exchanging greetings and chatting for a bit, everyone sat down at the dining table and continued their lively conversation.

As soon as he sat down, Mr. Wang immediately asked about the matter he was most concerned about.

"Yesterday, during Mr. Kong's introduction, were you planning to let Yuanda Group operate independently, providing cover for the joint investment team?"

As soon as he said this, Chairman Zhao and Zhou Hua all looked over.

Ling Yun smiled and nodded, explaining the reason.

"The main force behind this operation is the various airlines, all of which are wholly state-owned enterprises, including several centrally administered state-owned enterprises at the vice-ministerial level."

"Yuanta Group does not belong to the aviation system, and its corporate nature is different, so joining the joint investment team is not very suitable!"

At this point, he glanced at Zhou Hua and the others.

"Goldman Sachs is like a shark that has smelled blood, ready to pounce and tear at any moment."

"Someone had to step forward as bait to divert their attention, and the Yuanda Group investment team was the bait I set up."

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions instantly became quite interesting.

"So this is a clever scheme of feigning one move while secretly making another?"

"clever"

Ling Yun nodded approvingly.

"However, this plank road needs to be built skillfully, so that Goldman Sachs will find it profitable, but we can't actually let them take advantage of us."

At this point, he turned to look at Chairman Zhao.

"Before the operation begins, Yuanda needs to restart those five closely monitored futures accounts, invest a suitable amount of funds, and have some fun with Goldman Sachs."

Chairman Zhao paused for a moment, thoughtfully stroking the teacup.

"You mean, we want to lure them in, but prevent them from succeeding?"

"That's right, that's exactly what I mean."

Ling Yun nodded with a smile.

"This play needs to be performed realistically and for a long time. I can tell you that this is a game that will last for several months, or even more than half a year."

"Don't worry about being left out; I'll secretly devise an investment strategy for Yuanda Group, and they're sure to make a fortune..."

These words instantly dispelled all of everyone's concerns.

"No problem, as long as we can make a fortune and give those bastards at Goldman Sachs a run for their money, we're all in!..."

Just then, Secretary Zhao knocked on the door and entered the private room.

"Chairman, the dishes are ready. Shall we serve them now?"

"Let's go then. Everyone can eat and chat. Xiaoling and the others have an important meeting to attend later."

Chairman Zhao glanced at his watch, then nodded with a broad smile.

In a short while, one exquisite and delicious dish after another was brought into the private room and placed on the table.

After the two waiters left and the door to the private room closed, everyone continued their discussion while enjoying their meal.

The meal didn't end until around 1:30.

After leaving the restaurant, Ling Yun led Zhang Lu straight to the headquarters building of AVIC to attend the signing ceremony for the joint investment initiative.

Chairman Zhao and General Manager Wang did not go over; they would not be attending the meeting, nor was it appropriate for them to appear in front of everyone.

After the joint investment action signing ceremony concludes, there will be another signing ceremony at 4 PM.

At that time, Chairman Zhao will represent Yuanda Group to secretly sign a contract with Ling Yun and General Manager Kong, officially establishing a cooperation agreement.

Before long, Ling Yun and his team arrived at the headquarters of China Aviation.

Led by Secretary Zhou, they first went to General Manager Kong's office.

At this time, General Manager Kong, Director Li of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, the Director and Executive Deputy Director of the Civil Aviation Administration of China, and General Manager Sun, among others, were already waiting in the office.

Upon entering the office, Ling Yun greeted the leaders warmly and introduced Lawyer Zhang.

After figuring out who Director Li and his group were, Zhang Lu suddenly felt his legs tremble.

He had never been exposed to such a high level before, not even once.

Mr. Sun, whom I met yesterday, is the first vice-ministerial level official I've ever met.

And today, another Director Li arrived. He's a high-ranking official, and a crucial figure at the helm of the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission!

There was also a senior official next to him, the Director of the Civil Aviation Administration of China.

And two powerful vice-ministerial level officials: the executive vice director of the Civil Aviation Administration of China, the general manager of China National Aviation Holding Company, and Mr. Kong, the chairman of Air China!

Facing such a grand occasion for the first time in his life, Zhang Lu was able to speak without stuttering, which is quite remarkable.

After exchanging greetings, Director Li patted Ling Yun on the shoulder with admiration.

"Congratulations, Xiaoling. I heard you fought a brilliant battle yesterday."

"They accurately predicted last night's plunge in international oil prices and even made a fortune from it; several airlines also profited a little."

Ling Yun smiled and nodded, exchanging a few polite words.

"Thank you for your concern, leaders. The success of this trial run had an element of luck, such as the sudden change of course of Hurricane Edward, which was ravaging the Atlantic coast."

"The more important reason is that the situation in the international financial market is getting worse and worse, and a sharp drop in international oil prices is inevitable."

"It was precisely because I saw this that I dared to firmly short international crude oil futures, and that I was able to achieve this success."

Seeing his attitude, the leaders' admiration deepened.

The next moment, Director Li continued, following the tone of the conversation:

"Speaking of the international financial market situation, your report on the impending global financial crisis caused quite a stir in Haizi!"

"Go back and prepare today. Tomorrow night, go to the lake to give a small-scale presentation. Do your best!"

"What? We're going to give a special report in the lake?"

Zhang Lu was stunned. His hands trembled so much that he almost dropped his briefcase.