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The next morning.

The Jiangcheng County Party Committee compound.

Zhou Mingyuan had just finished the first meeting of the Standing Committee after the Spring Festival.

The secretary came in to refill the tea: "Secretary, President Chen has arrived."

Zhou Mingyuan closed the document in his hand.

"Please let him in."

When Chen Mo walked into the office, his coat was still a little chilly.

He didn't beat around the bush; after sitting down, he directly pushed a printed document in front of Zhou Mingyuan.

"The interim resolution of the board of directors of East China Mining last night."

Zhou Mingyuan glanced down.

The document is short, only two pages long.

New mineral acquisitions in west Province are suspended, and the Beihe project is placed under observation; no new deposit agreements may be signed.

Zhou Mingyuan flipped through it and asked, "You made this?"

Chen Mo picked up his teacup and did not deny it: "They've taken too big a step. Their debt structure was already problematic. I was just trying to give them a friendly reminder."

Zhou Mingyuan looked at him.

The office was quiet.

"Huadong Mining is not a small company."

"I know."

"Shen Zhennan is not Zhao Qiming."

"I know that too."

Zhou Mingyuan put the document back on the table, pressing his fingers on the paper.

"Then you should know better that this is just a temporary halt, not a forced withdrawal from the Western Province."

Chen Mo smiled.

"That's why I'm here to see Secretary Zhou today."

Zhou Mingyuan leaned back in his chair.

"Speak."

Chen Mo did not speak immediately.

He took out another document from his pocket folder.

Latest asset information for Xingxin Mining.

The mining operation system after the merger of Dongjiao Gold Mine, Xiling Rare Earth Mine, and Longxin Group.

Acquisition targets for fluorite and lithium mines are currently underway.

A cooperation framework has been established with Deertech, Duofuduo, and Tianci Materials.

Supporting facilities for Jiangcheng Industrial Park.

Each item was listed very clearly.

The last page shows the current valuation range of Xingxin Mining after its restructuring.

From 4.4 billion to 5 billion.

After reading it, Zhou Mingyuan's brow twitched slightly: "The growth is very rapid."

"That's not enough," Chen Mo said. "If we're just running a mining company in Jiangcheng, Xingxin is enough. But if we want to integrate key mineral resources in the western province, it's far from sufficient."

Zhou Mingyuan remained silent.

Chen Mo continued, "Xingxin Mining now has capital, mining rights, and an operations team, but it lacks two things."

"First, local credit."

"Second, provincial-level endorsement."

Zhou Mingyuan finally laughed: "You're quite direct."

"This matter cannot be avoided." Chen Mo looked at him. "It's not something that Xingxin, a private enterprise, can accomplish alone in securing the mining resources in west Province."

"Huadong Mining can make so many mine owners sway, not only because of money, but also because they have the credit of large mining companies from other provinces behind them."

"If Xingxin wants to go further, it must get Jiangcheng and the province involved."

Zhou Mingyuan picked up his teacup; Chen Mo's words struck a chord with him: "I'd like to hear the details."

"Jiangcheng Investment will invest first," Chen Mo said, "in the form of an industrial fund in Xingxin Mining. Then Jiangcheng will report to the province and position Xingxin Mining as an upstream resource integration platform for new energy materials in the western province."

"If the provincial state-owned assets are willing to come in, a resource industry fund can be established at the same time, or they can directly participate in Xingxin's next round of capital increase."

Zhou Mingyuan looked at him in surprise: "You're willing to give up your shares?"

Chen Mo smiled: "Having more shares isn't necessarily better; it only makes sense if you can expand the business."

Zhou Mingyuan stared at him for a few seconds.

This answer is brilliant.

Many entrepreneurs hold onto their shares and equity tightly, wishing they could control the entire company, but Chen Mo is frighteningly clear-headed.

He knew all too well what money could be taken and what benefits had to be shared on this land.

Holding onto a puddle that's 100% full can never compare to holding onto a vast ocean that's only 10% full.

Moreover, in a place like west Province, resource integration without official backing and protection, relying solely on the unbridled growth of private capital, will sooner or later be riddled with holes by various overt and covert attacks.

Having worked within the system for so many years, how could Zhou Mingyuan not understand the deeper meaning behind Chen Mo's words?

This little guy isn't simply offering discounts; he's leveraging the situation.

Once Jiangcheng Industrial Investment and the Provincial State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission board Xingxin Mining's bandwagon, Xingxin will no longer be an ordinary private enterprise that can be easily manipulated by aggressive capital, but rather a vanguard representing the local government's will to upgrade its industries.

At that time, anyone like Huadong Mining, who wants to overturn things through underhanded tactics, will have to think twice before trying to take action against Chen Mo, considering whether they can withstand the wrath of the provincial and municipal State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commissions.

Zhou Mingyuan put down his teacup: "Chen Mo."

"Um."

"You're not asking me to invest in your company."

Zhou Mingyuan looked at him, his tone slowing down.

"You're pushing Jiang Cheng onto the card table."

Chen Mo did not deny it.

"Jiangcheng was right next to the card table."

He pointed to the document.

"Deer Technology is in Jiangcheng, the East Suburb Gold Mine is in Jiangcheng, and Duofuduo and Tianci Materials have also begun to investigate Jiangcheng. Now we are just one step away."

"If Jiangcheng doesn't take the lead, as this industrial chain grows, Jiangcheng will only be able to collect some taxes. If Jiangcheng does take the lead, Xingxin Mining will be Jiangcheng's first resource card to play out to the outside world."

Zhou Mingyuan remained silent.

Chen Mo's words were so tempting that he had to suppress his excitement.

What do local governments lack most? They lack stable growth drivers, industrial initiatives, and projects that can be reported to higher levels and drive employment and tax revenue at the local level.

Jiangcheng has been poor for years, and the county government fights for projects and special funds every year, making it a nerve-wracking struggle.

Now Chen Mo has placed a resource platform in front of him.

This is a chance for a county town to change its fate.

However, Zhou Mingyuan was also well aware that the greater the opportunity, the greater the trouble.

"Jiangcheng Investment Group is just about to be established, and it doesn't have that much money in its accounts."

He said.

"You can pay in installments."

Chen Mo had already prepared his answer.

"The first phase of 300 million yuan will be used to acquire a portion of the equity in Xingxin Mining."

"The remaining 700 million can be gradually secured through industrial funds, special bond support, and bank credit lines."

"The funds do not need to be deposited all at once."

Zhou Mingyuan narrowed his eyes: "You've even figured out how Jiangcheng will raise the money?"

"I'm just offering Secretary Zhou a reference."

Chen Mo smiled.

"How exactly to do it is, of course, up to the county to decide."

Zhou Mingyuan was amused by his words.

"Slippery."

Chen Mo lowered his head and drank his tea, not responding.

Zhou Mingyuan turned to the valuation page again.

From 4.4 billion to 5 billion.

This valuation is not low.

But it's not outrageous either.

The value of the East Suburb Gold Mine is undeniable, the mining rights of Xiling Rare Earth are undeniable, and the operating system of Longxin Group is genuine.

Most importantly, Xingxin Mining is no longer a single mining company.

It is linked to the material supply chain behind Jiangcheng.

This space for imagination is the most valuable part.

"What about the provincial state-owned assets department?"

Zhou Mingyuan asked.

"How much are you prepared to give up?"

"It depends on how much money they offer and what kind of positioning they want."

Chen Mo's voice was steady.

"If it's just a financial investment, then less is acceptable."

"If you are willing to include Xingxin Mining in the resource integration platform of western province and provide policy coordination, project endorsement and financial support, then we can offer more."

Zhou Mingyuan tapped the table lightly with his fingertips.

"How much more?"

"Jiangcheng's industrial investment and provincial state-owned assets combined account for no more than 30%."

Zhou Mingyuan raised an eyebrow.

"That's quite a lot; it shows enough sincerity."

Chen Mo said, "But Xingchen Technology must retain its position as the largest shareholder, and its management cannot be disrupted."

"Xingxin Mining needs to operate in a market-oriented manner. The entry of state-owned capital is an endorsement and a way to jointly expand the business, not to turn the company into a government agency that anyone can interfere with."

Although these words were blunt, Zhou Mingyuan was not angry after hearing them.

What he feared most was that Chen Mo would say he was giving concessions, but in his heart he still wanted to keep all the benefits for himself.

Such cooperation will inevitably lead to problems sooner or later.

Now that Chen Mo has laid out his bottom line, things are actually easier to discuss.

"The provincial government might not agree."

"That's why we need Secretary Zhou to talk to them."

Zhou Mingyuan glanced at him.

"You're not being polite at all."

"I only know Secretary Zhou."

"Where is Governor Liang?"

Chen Mo raised an eyebrow: "Jiang Cheng will propose a plan first, then report to the Provincial Development and Reform Commission, the Provincial State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission, and the Provincial Government. If necessary, Governor Liang will speak up."

Zhou Mingyuan's heart stirred slightly.

Do things first, then build momentum; once momentum is established, those in power simply need to give it a push.

That kid's got some serious tricks up his sleeve.

"You were better prepared than I expected."

Zhou Mingyuan said.

"Huadong Mining gave me a wake-up call." Chen Mo looked out the window. "The mining industry in the western province is too chaotic. Xingxin used to be small, so others didn't pay attention to it. But as Xingxin grows bigger, even more people will be eyeing it."

"Today it's Huadong Mining, tomorrow it could be some other group."

"It's unrealistic to expect me to dismantle their financial chains every time."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Mingyuan couldn't help but glance at him.

The office was silent for a few seconds.

Zhou Mingyuan stood up and walked to the window.

In the distance, towards the eastern suburbs, construction vehicles are already shuttling back and forth.

The Spring Festival had just ended, and the county town hadn't fully recovered from the festive atmosphere, but things were already starting to get busy over there.

As Zhou Mingyuan looked at the document, he suddenly spoke up: "The county will expedite the Jiangcheng Industrial Investment project. I will convene a meeting this afternoon with Vice County Head Wang, the Finance Bureau, the Development and Reform Bureau, and the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission."

Chen Mo didn't speak, but listened quietly.

Zhou Mingyuan continued, "Prepare the formal materials for Xingxin Mining's equity investment plan."

"Asset valuation, equity structure, investment plan for the next three years, and industrial development projections for Jiangcheng—we need them all."

"The provincial authorities won't just listen to stories; they want to see the numbers."

"clear."

Zhou Mingyuan turned around: "Get the documents ready at the provincial state-owned assets department. I'll go there personally."

Chen Mo looked up.

Zhou Mingyuan picked up the board resolution of Huadong Mining on the table, and then picked up the documents of Xingxin Mining. The two documents were stacked together.

"This matter needs to be handled quickly," he said. "East China Mining is only temporarily suspended, not dead. Shen Zhennan has come this far, and he won't give up easily."

Chen Mo nodded: "All the materials will be delivered today."

Zhou Mingyuan looked at him and suddenly smiled: "You little rascal, you planned this all along?"

Chen Mo looked at Zhou Mingyuan and smiled, "Secretary Zhou, haven't you been waiting for me to come to your door for a long time?"

Zhou Mingyuan paused for a moment, then laughed and scolded, "You little fox."

He looked up at the doorway.

"lofty."

The secretary came in quickly.

"secretary."

"Notify Deputy County Head Wang, the Finance Bureau, the Development and Reform Bureau, and the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission to come to the small conference room at 11:00 AM."

Secretary Gao immediately took out her notebook.

"issue?"

Zhou Mingyuan tore off the sticky note and handed it over.

"Jiangcheng Investment Group participates in Xingxin Mining's capital increase plan."

Gao Yuan tightened his grip. He had been by Zhou Mingyuan's side for quite some time, so he knew the weight of those words.

This is not an ordinary investment project; this is something the county is really preparing to put on the table.

"clear."

"Also, please contact the Provincial State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission office for me."

The secretary looked up.

"Now?"

"Now."

Zhou Mingyuan spoke in a very flat tone.

"I'd like to ask if the main leaders of the Provincial State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission have time this afternoon or tomorrow morning."

The secretary's heart skipped a beat, and she quickly nodded and left.

The door closed, leaving only the two of them in the office.

Zhou Mingyuan looked at Chen Mo: "Deliver this document before 4 PM."

"no problem."

"Lin Wan will be in charge?"

"She's in charge of overall coordination."

"Have her come to the county committee," Zhou Mingyuan said. "There are some things we need to discuss with Vice County Head Wang beforehand."

"it is good."

Chen Mo stood up.

He knew that this was enough for today.

Further down lies Zhou Mingyuan's battlefield.

As a business leader, he can't get too involved.

Zhou Mingyuan also stood up and personally escorted him to the door.

In the corridor, several cadres waiting for their reports immediately fell silent upon seeing this scene.

Chen Mo has been visiting the county party committee quite frequently lately.

But it's still rare for the Party Secretary to personally escort someone to the door.

Zhou Mingyuan didn't care about those stares.

He patted Chen Mo on the shoulder, his voice lower.

"Once this table is set up, many people will want to sit at it."

"Some people brought wine, and some people brought knives."

Chen Mo smiled and said, "As long as the table is sturdy enough, it's fine."

Zhou Mingyuan looked at him with a hint of admiration in his eyes.

"Go."

Chen Mo turned and left, his footsteps fading into the distance in the corridor.

Zhou Mingyuan stood at the door until Chen Mo's figure disappeared around the corner of the stairs before turning his gaze away.

The secretary rushed back with the phone in hand.

"Secretary, the Provincial State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission office said they can coordinate for half an hour tomorrow afternoon."

"Half an hour is enough."