Fengxian Jiangshan

"Hahaha, Mr. Yongjiang, it's not 20!"

Wang Yongjiang was stunned for a moment. Judging by Zhang Tinglan's complacent look, the price would definitely not be too expensive, so he tentatively asked, "2 yuan? If it's this price, it's definitely a bargain."

"It's 2000 yuan!"

Wang Yongjiang almost spit out blood, this is not buying a machine, it is simply buying scrap iron, even cheaper than the price of scrap iron!

Looking at Wang Yongjiang with an incredible face, Zhang Tinglan felt extremely happy. It was beyond the imagination of the most savvy people of this era, which shows that her hard work was not in vain.

"Mr. Yongjiang, it's easy to say, and I can tell you everything, but I have one request, that is, you help me manage the mess in front of me."

Wang Yongjiang had a playful look on his face, and he laughed twice: "Master Zhang, I'm not a curious person, one more thing is worse than one less thing, and one less thing is worse than nothing at all!"

Wang Yongjiang stood up as he said that, as if he was about to leave, Zhang Tinglan still had a smile on his face, as if he didn't care, picked up the tea bowl on the table, took a sip, and was completely calm.

"Master Zhang, you've got me!" Wang Yongjiang walked two steps, sat down again, and said with a wry smile: "I can do things for you, Young Master Zhang, but everything depends on my mood. If I'm in a good mood, I will do more. Take care, I don’t care if I’m in a bad mood, even if the sky is falling.”

Zhang Tinglan smiled and cupped his hands at Wang Yongjiang: "Sir, you are such a character, you will never be indiscriminate today. Since you asked, I guess you can't refuse to help!"

Wang Yongjiang shook his clothes and said with a smile: "I originally wanted to know about running a factory. I have been calling for saving the country through industry for many years, but the results have not been very effective. I just want to see how Master Zhang runs a factory. It turned out that you still Having the ability to take advantage of foreigners is something that hasn't happened in many years, such an interesting thing, Wang is really itchy, and can't help but want to intervene."

"Mr. Yongjiang, I am smuggling luxury goods to Russia, earning huge profits, and then using this money to buy off the Russian dignitaries. It is not difficult to get the machine!"

Wang Yongjiang's eyes were sharp, he stared at Zhang Tinglan, and asked again: "Smuggling business, if you are not familiar with the place, you will definitely not be able to do it. Do you have help!"

"Fred, manager of Dowson Bank."

Wang Yongjiang laughed loudly: "Understood, I understand!" Wang Yongjiang suddenly realized with a smile and said: "I have long heard that in foreign countries, banks are very powerful. If you can form an ally with them, there is nothing you cannot do. Lan, you took this step higher!"

The reason why Wang Yongjiang is known as an expert in financial management is because he has a vision far beyond ordinary people, and he has a deep understanding of finance.After he assisted Zhang Zuolin in later generations, he quickly stabilized Fengtian's financial order, kept Fengtian and the Japanese yen at a stable exchange rate, and greatly promoted Fengtian's export trade.

Therefore, after Zhang Tinglan said that he had obtained cooperation with the banker, Wang Yongjiang immediately guessed the transaction behind it.

"Sir, Fred and I are not optimistic about the future of Russia. Tsarist Russia, a mud-legged giant, may not be able to survive this unprecedented war. The collapse of the empire is imminent. We just want to make some war money and death money!"

"It's right!" Wang Yongjiang said coldly: "The Russians have been doing evil in the three eastern provinces these years, and they have harmed many Chinese people. It is not an exaggeration to deal with them. But I don't know the situation in Russia very well, Ting Lan, you Can you guarantee that Tsarist Russia will collapse?"

"I can guarantee that there will be drastic changes in Russia. Fred and I have reached a consensus on this point!"

Wang Yongjiang nodded, then stood up, turned his hands behind his back twice, and then said: "Ting Lan, since you are sure that Russia will collapse, then there is a faster way to make money and let the Russians shed more blood. It’s too slow to make money by smuggling!”

As soon as Zhang Tinglan heard the word "making money", Zhang Tinglan's eyes widened. Regardless of Zhang Tinglan's non-stop busy work during this time, he had a lot of money in his hands, but Zhang Tinglan knew that Lao Zhang was only one step away from Fengtian Governor.Once Lao Zhang gets an official position, Fengtian will start a large-scale economic construction. At that time, no amount of money will be enough, so Zhang Tinglan is extremely interested in any way to get money quickly.

"Please also give me some advice, sir!"

"It's nothing more than making a fuss about the currency. You can first lend a part of the ruble to the Russian bank, and then exchange it into gold, and wait for Russia to collapse. At that time, the ruble will definitely plummet, or even become waste paper. When repaying the money, use a small amount If you buy rubles with the money, you can just return it to the bank!"

Wang Yongjiang said a few words, Zhang Tinglan's eyes were a little red, what is a great talent, this is a great talent!The method of making money that Wang Yongjiang mentioned has also appeared in later generations, that is, when the Soviet Union disintegrated, foreign capital used financial power to depreciate the ruble into waste paper overnight, and the Russians painstakingly accumulated for decades, reaching tens of trillions All dollar assets were looted.

Wang Yongjiang is obviously not a time traveler, but with his extraordinary economic acumen, he also thought of a similar money-making idea. Russia is still on the gold standard at this time, so he can find a way to extract Russian gold.

China is not a big gold and silver producing country, and has been plundered by foreign powers for nearly a hundred years. There is a serious shortage of precious metals in society, but this is the era of the gold standard, and gold is the hard currency of the world.If a batch of gold can be obtained from Russia, it will be of unparalleled significance for ensuring the safety of Fengtian's currency.

Although Zhang Tinglan is quick-witted, he was still an ordinary college student in his previous life, and his vision of making money was limited to real things, and he didn't consider the sharp weapon of finance at all. Now that Wang Yongjiang said, he was enlightened.

Zhang Tinglan stood up and gave a deep salute to Wang Yongjiang: "Mr. Yongjiang, you are indeed a great talent! The attack on Russia was not for your own selfishness, but to give Fengtian back the opportunity for development. Please also look at Fengtian, and even For the sake of the Chinese people, come out and help!"

Wang Yongjiang laughed loudly, grabbed Zhang Tinglan, and said: "I have seen it for a long time these days, Tinglan, you are a person who is sincere in doing things, and just a North Market can benefit the business people of Fengtian and restore commercial rights. In contrast, although Yongjiang is several times older than you, he has not done anything for the people of Fengtian these years, and he is ashamed to say it."

"It's not too late, sir. I'll contact Fred immediately. One of you is an excellent banker, and the other is an expert in financial management. If you work closely together, you will be able to squeeze out all the bone marrow oil from the Russians!"

On the way to Daosheng Bank, Zhang Tinglan mentioned that he was planning to accompany Zhang Zuolin to Beijing to report on his work.

"Zhang Yuting, Gao Sheng is just around the corner, but the city of Beijing is full of fish and dragons, and speculators from all walks of life gather. It is not easy to get Lao Yuan's approval,"

"Mr. is right. Yuan Shikai is surrounded by a bunch of official fans. Zhang Xiluan has resigned. Many people are like cats smelling fish. They are all ready to snatch this throne. We can only do our best and give more gifts. Always inspiring."

"Hehe, giving gifts is a bad habit in Beiyang." Wang Yongjiang said with a smile: "Officials in Beiyang are similar to those in the former Qing Dynasty. The university asked, how to send it can play the role of four or two thousand catties, you must be careful with the amount!"

Zhang Tinglan accepted the task of buying presents, and he was worrying about what to give. Now that Wang Yongjiang said this, he knew that this person was an expert, so he smiled and said, "Please give me some advice, sir!"

Chapter 56 Remaining personnel

"There are two situations in giving gifts in the officialdom. One is to fear that people will remember you, and the other is to fear that people will forget you."

Wang Yongjiang said with a smile: "The first kind is the usual gift. You won't be grateful if you give it to others, but if you don't give it, you will probably be remembered, and you will even wear small shoes. Wait until you really want someone to do things for you. At that time, the second method should be used. To put it simply, it is to give heavy gifts and generous gifts to completely move people's hearts. Yuan Shikai is a master in this regard. Thanks to the great help of the chief executive."

Zhang Tinglan has also heard some things about Yuan Shikai, and knows that this man is indeed generous. In order to bribe Li Lianying, Yuan Shikai sent out several 10 taels of silver bills at a time, without even blinking his eyes, which made the chief executive feel uneasy. Be good. Doing things for Yuan Shikai, the old Yuan Ban really knows how to be willing.

"This time Zhang Yuting wants to be promoted. Of course, he has to give a great gift, but the gift should be given cleverly, so that it can get twice the result with half the effort. I think there are four people who must give it. The first one is the eldest prince Yuan Keding!"

Zhang Tinglan nodded hastily, he also thought of Yuan Keding, but Wang Yongjiang obviously went further than he thought.

"Sir, who are the other three, please tell me?"

"What men are most afraid of is the pillow wind. Yuan Shikai loves his wife and wife the most. These two future imperial concubines must not be forgotten!" Wang Yongjiang's tone was teasing, and he was obviously aware of Yuan Shikai's act of proclaiming himself emperor. , Wang Yongjiang is also very dissatisfied with the monarchy.

"The fourth is Yuan Shikai's important advisor, Yang Shiqi. This person has won Yuan Shikai's trust, and he speaks for himself. If he can say a few good things, it will be of great help. The focus of giving things to these four people is different. Yuan Keding is greedy for money and lust. As long as there is enough Yang Shiqi is a bit of a scholar-bureaucrat, ordinary gold and silver things are useless, but this person is good at calligraphy and painting, if he can find works by famous artists, he will definitely impress his heart. As for what impresses the two wives, I will Not much to say."

Wang Yongjiang pointed out the direction of the matter in a few words. This is his skill. If he can get this person to remind him frequently, he will definitely save a lot of trouble.

"Sir, I will arrange the gifts for Yuan Keding and the two concubines. As for Yang Shiqi, I don't know what to give. If I spend a lot of money and buy some fake products, it will be embarrassing. How about sir?" Help, Taochang Taohuan?"

"Hey! Once you get on the pirate ship, you won't be able to get off. Let me help you find it!"

While talking, the two arrived at Daosheng Bank, and found Fred easily. This guy is in a very good mood recently. With the expansion of the smuggling scale, more and more Russian nobles were dragged into the water. It can be said that although others are sitting here, one order is enough to cause an earthquake in the Far East.

This is the power of capital, this is the power of bankers. Fred enjoys this wonderful feeling very much. Of course, he enjoys the real benefits even more. In just a few months, his assets have continuously doubled, and he can Imagine, there will be more in the future, and he is even sure to be among the top bankers in the world.

"Old friend, I am planning to go to Beijing recently. Mr. Wang Yongjiang will temporarily represent me to handle Fengtian's affairs. You can find him if you have anything."

As soon as Zhang Tinglan was talking, he introduced the two of them. Fred was an old fox, and Wang Yongjiang was an extremely intelligent person. When the two met, they seemed to have a telepathy, and they couldn't stop looking at each other.

Zhang Tinglan said with a smile: "Mr. Wang just made a suggestion with me. Since we both think that Russia is difficult to maintain for a long time, can we start with Ruble?"

A look of disbelief flashed in Fred's eyes, and then he smiled wryly: "Zhang, I just thought of this method, I thought you wouldn't think of it, I didn't expect you to find it so soon, the wisdom of the Chinese people really can't Small sight!"

"Haha, I didn't think of it. It was Mr. Wang who thought of it. Would you two cooperate to make this plan a reality and let us get a lot of gold from Russia!"

Fred said with a smile: "Zhang, don't be anxious. This kind of thing can't be done overnight. It needs to get through layers of joints, especially to conquer the Russian banking system. It takes a lot of thought. And the Japanese have already I started to bite the hook. The Japanese named Miki found me yesterday and asked me about the procurement of weapons. It seems that they can't wait to enter the Russian market. We can connect the complicated things in front of us. Then find the most efficient way to make money."

Wang Yongjiang didn't know that Zhang Tinglan and Fred had teamed up to set the Japanese up, and his eyes widened immediately. It turned out that this Young Master Zhang not only attacked the Russians, but also set the Japanese idea. This courage is absolutely Surprisingly, Wang Yongjiang's interest is getting stronger and stronger.

The three sat together, needless to say Fred, a shrewd Jew, Wang Yongjiang has the talent for governing the country, and it is easy for a person who can play tricks to use conspiracy. As for Zhang Tinglan, although he is not as good as these two, but He has at least a hundred years of experience, which means that he has a lot of experience and can provide very novel ideas.

Three foxes, two big, one small, and three foxes got together, and a conspiracy against Russia and Japan was basically formed.

They linked smuggling, Japan-Russia military trade, and shorting the ruble.First, Japan was induced to provide loans to Russia. At this time, due to the bad economic situation, the ruble had begun to depreciate, so they used the black market formed by smuggling to exchange yen for the depreciated ruble.