Siheyuan: I am different He Yuzhu

After He Yuzhu learned the information he wanted to know from Li Jianming, secretary of Minister Wang of the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation, he left Li Jianming's office with the information about Western Region Province and drove back to the Red Star Machinery Manufacturing Plant.

The first thing He Yuzhu did when he returned to the Red Star Machinery Manufacturing Factory was to go to Fan Youxiang's office to look for him, but he found that Fan Youxiang was not in the office, so he turned around and walked to his own office. Just as He Yuzhu was taking out the key to unlock the office, Fan Youxiang walked over from a distance.

"Director He, you're back from the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation so soon!" Fan Youxiang greeted warmly.

He Yuzhu looked at Fan Youxiang and said with a smile, "Deputy Director Fan, I was just saying that I had something to talk to you about, but you were not in the office. Since you are back, come to my office! I have a few things to tell you." After that, He Yuzhu pushed open the door and walked into the office. Fan Youxiang followed him into He Yuzhu's office.

"Director He, I just went to the workshop to arrange the task you assigned to me. I wonder if you have any instructions for me?" Fan Youxiang asked seriously.

"It's like this. I just went to the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation to confirm the site selection for the farm. I heard from Minister Wang's secretary that the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation has already approved the loan for the farm. After you confirm the items I asked you to purchase, just send the list to the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation. Then the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation will notify the Central Bank to pay the other party."

"That's great. Director He, how much loan did the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation approve for the farm?" Fan Youxiang asked curiously.

"The total amount is 200 million yuan, and the loan interest rate is 1%." He Yuzhu answered casually.

"Director He, I didn't expect the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation would approve so many loans for the farms under our factory. You must have a lot of connections!" After hearing this, Fan Youxiang showed emotion on his face and couldn't help but admire.

He Yuzhu waved his hand and replied with a smile: "How can it be that much? I'm worried that the money won't be enough!"

Fan Youxiang widened his eyes and asked in disbelief: "Director He, do you think 200 million yuan is too little? This much money is not enough to build a farm?" He looked at He Yuzhu in surprise, secretly guessing what the other party was thinking.

He Yuzhu smiled slightly and explained patiently: "Deputy Director Fan, you should know how much each wheeled tractor produced by our factory costs. I plan to equip the farm with 200 tractors, but this is just the beginning. In addition, we need to purchase corresponding farm tools and equipment to meet the needs of agricultural production. Moreover, as time goes by, we may also consider purchasing large agricultural machinery such as combine harvesters. With this calculation, a mere 200 million yuan may not be enough to cover all the expenses. Not to mention, the monthly salary of farm employees also requires financial support. So, if I really have to make a request, I think it should be at least this number to meet actual needs." As he said, He Yuzhu raised his right hand, stretched out five fingers, and gestured to Fan Youxiang.

After hearing this, Fan Youxiang calculated in his mind and said, "According to what you said, 200 million yuan is indeed a bit too little. 500 million yuan is about right." After Fan Youxiang finished speaking, he saw He Yuzhu shook his head and said in surprise, "Not 500 million yuan, do you want 5000 million yuan?"

He Yuzhu nodded and said, "Yes, if it's up to me, I want 5000 million yuan."

Upon hearing this, Fan Youxiang's face showed shock. He widened his eyes and looked at He Yuzhu in disbelief, muttering to himself: "Five thousand... ten thousand? How is this possible? Director He, are you kidding me?"

He Yuzhu said calmly, "No, I'm not kidding, I really need 50 million." 50 million is a lot of money. It is indeed a lot for people of this era, but He Yuzhu is not a person of this era. He has seen top wealthy people pretending to be cool. A certain rich and inhumane boss set a small goal of 100 million at the outset. According to this boss, 50 million is only half of a small goal.

"But... Director He, do you know how much 50 million yuan is? The annual interest on such a large amount of money would be at least 500,000 yuan. Aren't you afraid that you won't be able to pay it back?" Fan Youxiang asked He Yuzhu in surprise.

He Yuzhu smiled slightly and answered firmly, "I know, Deputy Director Fan. According to my plan for the farm, the ultimate goal is to build it into a super large farm with at least 1000 million mu of farmland. The construction of such a large-scale farm requires at least several hundred million yuan. 5000 million yuan is just the start-up capital. Only with sufficient start-up capital can the farm construction be completed quickly! After the farm is established, there is no need to worry about not being able to pay back the 5000 million yuan."

He Yuzhu's words were like a bombshell, causing a storm in Fan Youxiang's heart. He widened his eyes and looked at He Yuzhu in disbelief, as if he was looking at a madman. However, He Yuzhu's eyes revealed an extremely confident and determined light, which made it impossible to question his determination.

Fan Youxiang swallowed his saliva, trying to calm his inner shock, and then stammered, "Director He... Director He, you are really bold. If I were to ask for 500 yuan, let alone 50 million yuan, I would be afraid that I would mess it up."

As he spoke, he couldn't help shaking his head and sighing, with a hint of helplessness and envy on his face. He knew that if he were to manage this farm project, he probably wouldn't even have the courage to take the first step. But He Yuzhu had such a grand goal and plan, which made him feel both admiration and frustration.

He Yuzhu seemed to sense Fan Youxiang's thoughts. He patted him on the shoulder and consoled him, "Deputy Director Fan, everyone has their own areas of expertise and limitations. We cannot expect ourselves to be proficient in everything. Don't be discouraged. As long as you do your job well, you can also make contributions to the factory."

Hearing these words, Fan Youxiang felt a warm current in his heart. He looked at He Yuzhu gratefully, with admiration in his eyes. At the same time, he secretly made up his mind to work harder in the future and live up to He Yuzhu's expectations.

"The larger the scale of the farm, the better the planting costs can be controlled. This way we can make more profits, which can be used to improve production conditions and improve the wages of workers. Unfortunately, my previous plan was a bit too radical, and I still have to take it slow! But it doesn't matter, as long as the farm can generate benefits, I can apply for more loan support from the Ministry of Agriculture and Reclamation." He Yuzhu said, sighing softly.

The person beside him nodded, his eyes gleaming with anticipation. "Director He, if our factory farm can really expand to 1000 million mu of land as you said, will there be no more restrictions on the food rations for urban residents in the future?"

He Yuzhu frowned and thought for a moment before answering, "I'm not sure about this question either. Although the grain harvested from 1000 million mu of land may be several dozen kilograms if distributed equally to each person, the specific implementation of the country's policies is not something we can control. But at least when encountering a large-scale national drought like this one, the food rations for urban residents should not be reduced."

"I just hope that day will come sooner." Fan Youxiang said with a look of longing.

"Okay, stop dreaming. You won't be Deputy Director Fan for a few years. Go back to work first. As long as you work hard, you will be able to achieve your goal." He Yuzhu said with a smile.

"Director He, you are right. A happy life can only be achieved through hard work. I will go back to work first." After saying this, Fan Youxiang clenched his fists, encouraged himself, turned around and left He Yuzhu's office.