Chapter 692: The United States is reliable in doing things with the black flag
Epstein's answer was within Lu Yiming's expectations.
After all, people die for money and birds die for food.
He said, "Take TASR as a deposit. I will give you the remaining stocks after the deal is done. And you don't have to worry about me cheating you. After all, if this matter gets out of hand, it won't be good for me. For the time being, I still want to come to the United States to do business."
The reason why he offered Epstein a high price of one billion was not only because the quantity was large, but also because it was not his money at all.
Epstein got stock market information to speculate in stocks and made money. What does this have to do with Lu Yiming ?
As for Lu Yiming, did he earn the money himself and then pay it to Epstein?
That's totally unnecessary.
Now, Lu Yiming has an account on Wall Street, and they know everything. But Lu Yiming needs a lithography machine, but he can only do it in secret.
So Lu Yiming must keep a low profile.
"I hope you can do what you say."
After all, this is a billion-dollar business. Although Epstein has traded with Lu Yiming many times, he still has to emphasize it again.
"If you lie to me, I believe your loss will definitely be more than a billion dollars."
Lu Yiming smiled and said, "I believe it too. After all, Mr. Epstein is a big shot in the United States."
"Wait for my good news."
"good."
Although he had strong confidence in Lu Yiming's ability to control stocks, just in case, after Lu Yiming left, Epstein immediately asked someone to check the situation of TASR.
The result is that you don’t know until you check, and you’ll be shocked when you do.
TASR is a manufacturer of police equipment, and the company's name is taken from one of its star products - the Taser.
A Taser is an electric shock weapon that temporarily stuns and incapacitates a person.
The company TASR is still a little-known company, and has even been having a hard time recently due to the impact of the U.S. stock market trend.
Since its listing in 2001, except for a small surge to 18 yuan at the beginning, it then fell to more than 3 yuan along with the market, which was simply horrible.
It takes a lot of courage to buy a stock like this and hold a large position in it.
Because you are not sure when it will be delisted or even go bankrupt, causing you to lose a lot of money.
After getting the company's information, Epstein felt a little scalp numb. He quickly called Lu Yiming, called him over, and asked him bluntly: "Are you sure you didn't write the wrong letters or anything else?"
Lu Yiming sat in a chair leisurely drinking coffee: "Of course not. It's TASR, that's right, I love their taser."
Epstein said bluntly: "I sent someone to investigate their company. To be honest, I didn't find any bright spots. I don't even know if this company will go bankrupt tomorrow. So, dear, can you tell me why you are optimistic about this company? Or did you just hide it from the FBI? Deliberately chose such a rubbish company and then gave me money in the name of compensation?"
Lu Yiming explained: "Of course not. In my opinion, TASR has a huge room for growth. What is the most important national situation in the United States at this time? It is anti-terrorism and security. If you only regard it as the conquest and release of a high-tech product, it will indeed not cause much response in the market. The stun gun is too far away from ordinary people."
"However, at any time, there is a certain correlation between stocks and current events, so it is always an important task for investors to pay attention to all aspects of the country and the world. You have to understand that private individuals can own guns in the United States. Such a thing that can protect oneself without killing people will certainly have a big market."
"Imagine that a nearly blank market is now completely filled by one company. How amazing will the profits be? If you get on board now, you will be one step ahead and occupy a corner of this big gold mine. Once the market reacts, you won't have such a good thing anymore."
“That makes sense.”
The more Epstein thought about it, the more he felt that Lu Yiming was right. This TASR was definitely a potential stock!
The next day, Epstein personally visited TASR's headquarters and experienced the power of a Taser. Afterwards, he enthusiastically found Lu Yiming and said, "You are right. The Taser is really great. Even a 200-pound strongman can only be as helpless as a child in front of it."
Lu Yiming smiled and said, "What about the deal between us?"
Epstein waved his hand and said, "I'll arrange it."
A few days later, a laboratory fire made headlines in local newspapers.
In the burned laboratory, the instruments and equipment were completely damaged. The company owner, who did not insure the equipment, left the United States, the sad land that made him sad, overnight. It is said that he has set off for Asia to look for new investment opportunities.
In a private bar in Los Angeles, Epstein was toasting with Lu Yiming.
"I have already had the equipment you requested packed up, and it will be ready to cross the border and arrive in Mexico at any time."
Lu Yiming said sincerely: "I knew you would have a way. This batch of goods is very important. I hope there won't be any accidents on the way."
Epstein said: "No problem, I have arranged 30 guards to accompany you, equipped with bulletproof cars and heavy machine guns. Unless it is an armed helicopter, nothing will happen."
Sure enough, the price was right and the service was naturally thoughtful and considerate.
Lu Yiming then wrote down the names of the companies HANS, ISRG, NTRI, and TZOO, as well as the time of buying and selling the stocks.
Epstein took them in as if they were treasures, clinked glasses with Lu Yiming, and laughed, "Happy cooperation!"
Lu Yiming took a sip of wine and asked curiously, "Is it okay?"
Epstein said with some pride: "I specially found someone to use a batch of scrapped old machines, and then burned down the entire laboratory. Even the original boss of the company was arranged by me to go abroad. Unless God himself comes with a magnifying glass to investigate the case, what can go wrong?"
Without waiting for Lu Yiming to speak, Epstein continued, "Maybe he encountered something unexpected on the sea. After all, the Pacific Ocean is so big and dangerous, it's normal to encounter big winds and waves, right?"
"hiss……"
Lu Yiming couldn't help but take a breath.
As expected of the Black Flag of the United States, everything they do is flawless!
A billion dollars.
In Epstein's view, it was all worth it.
And for Lu Yiming, it is even more worthwhile.
In fact, Lu Yiming did not spend a penny. He just told Epstein about a few stocks with amazing growth potential. He still had to earn the money himself.
What does Epstein's money have to do with me, Lu Yiming?
After drinking with Epstein, Lu Yiming and his men returned to Zhonghai on a private plane overnight.
The next morning, Lu Yiming appeared in Lin Benjian's office.
When Lin Benjian saw Lu Yiming appear, he was immediately surprised and said, "Mr. Lu, you're back so soon. How's it going? Did you buy those instruments and equipment?"
Lu Yiming smiled and said, "Of course. Don't you see who I am? Is there anything I can't handle? I bought four sets in total. The items are on the way. I can just send someone to take over when the time comes."
“Four sets!”
Lin Benjian couldn't help but scream.
Lu Yiming got four sets in one go?
It's simply an outrageous mother opening the door for outrageous things - it's outrageous to the extreme.
"Hey, aren't they just four sets of lithography machines? Is it worth making such a fuss?"
Lu Yiming waved his hand casually and said, "One set is second-hand, and the other three are brand new, the most advanced models in the world. You can take them apart and play with them, and try to understand the principles, or solve the manufacturing problems."
“Good fellow!”
Faced with Lu Yiming's magical powers, Lin Benjian didn't know what words to use to describe it.
With these four sets of lithography equipment, we don’t have to spend time studying some things that have already been researched. This will save a lot of time in the localization of lithography machines!
You know, in the field of scientific research, time is not just money, time is life!
The sooner we can produce results, the sooner the world will be changed.
"Okay, that's all. I have to find other people. You go ahead and do your work."
Lu Yiming quickly found Xu Wentao again.
Lu Yiming walked into Xu Wentao's office and greeted him, "Secretary Xu, long time no see."
Xu Wentao, who was writing an article at his desk, looked up and saw that it was Lu Yiming. He quickly stopped writing, stood up and said, "Boss Lu, why are you here? Didn't I hear that you went to the United States?"
"Just got back last night."
Xu Wentao smiled and said, "It seems that things went smoothly this time. What new business do you have that you came to see me for today?"
"It's not really a new business, I just wanted to ask you to say hello for me."
"oh?"
Xu Wentao raised his eyebrows, sat on the sofa opposite Lu Yiming, and asked, "Tell me, what is it about?"
Lu Yiming said, "I went to the United States this time and bought some equipment. I'm asking someone to ship it back. It should arrive in a while. I want you to say hello for me and let them go directly."
"this……"
After hearing what Lu Yiming said, Xu Wentao's face turned slightly unhappy, and the look he gave Lu Yiming became strange.
"What did you buy, kid? Why are you so secretive? I'm telling you, the country has its own laws and the family has its own rules. As a government employee, I will never do anything illegal or criminal."
Although Lu Yiming has added several highlights to his political achievements, Xu Wentao also knows what is important and is not afraid of many good things, but one stain is enough.
At his level, there are countless people eyeing his position covetously. If he is not careful, he will fall into the abyss.
Seeing how cautious he was, Lu Yiming immediately teased him, "Secretary Xu seems to be very alert, worthy of being a loyal soldier trained by the country. But don't worry, this thing is definitely not contraband in our country, and it is even something we have been longing for."
Then, he lowered his voice, leaned close to Xu Wentao's ear, and whispered softly, "Photolithography machine."
“Oh my god!”
The well-mannered Xu Wentao, after hearing these three words, actually blurted out a swear word.
At this moment, perhaps only these two highly condensed words can express his feelings.
He took two steps back, distanced himself from Lu Yiming, and stood up, staring at Lu Yiming with his eyes bulging like a goldfish. His chest was heaving up and down with excitement, as if he had just finished a 5,000-meter run.
He said hurriedly, "Where did you get this?"
Lu Yiming said slowly, "Of course I bought it. It cost me more than 10 billion US dollars. How about it, Secretary Xu, how about you reimburse me?"
"More than a billion? US dollars? I'll pay you back with my head."
Xu Wentao was extremely shocked by Lu Yiming's generosity. Spending more than one billion US dollars to buy machinery and equipment, it was estimated that Lu Yiming was the only one in the country who had the financial resources to do so.
Reimbursement? How much money does the entire Zhonghai treasury have now? More than a billion US dollars, this is more than 10 billion Xia country currency.
What is the concept of 10 billion?
Xu Wentao now wants to ask Lu Yiming: How much money do you have now?
Although he was shocked, Xu Wentao did not forget what Lu Yiming said, but he had already guessed most of it.
"Just tell me, what do you want from me?"
Lu Yiming said: "These things will pass through customs in a few days. You can say hello to customs and let them go directly, or you can bring someone to receive them directly."
Xu Wentao immediately said: "No problem, leave it to me, I will definitely help you get it done!"
This is a photolithography machine!
Something that even the country can’t buy back!
Lu Yiming actually bought it back through his channels!
If it wasn't inappropriate to be made public, Xu Wentao would have wanted to contact his superiors directly and hold a grand acceptance ceremony at the customs - all kinds of leaders would stand in a row there, and it had to be broadcast live on TV! Just pull out all the stops.
After saying hello to Xu Wentao, the matter was settled.
Not to mention that Lu Yiming had given specific instructions, after Xu Wentao knew about this thing, even if Lu Yiming hadn't specifically instructed him, he would never let anything go wrong with it.
For the current Xia State, it is no exaggeration to say that these devices are the country's most important weapons.
After dealing with Xu Wentao, Lu Yiming brought Zhang Xiao and Tang Jijun to Maomao Mobile.
Although Maomao Mobile was jointly funded by Maomao Group, it is actually still Lu Yiming's company. Although Maomao Group holds 51% of the shares, the brand and team were established by Lu Yiming. Lu Yiming actually just bought a payment license.
The daily management of Maomao Mobile is now carried out by a man named Meng Weifang, who was previously the head of the mobile department of Maomao Group.
Lu Yiming pushed open the door of Meng Weifang's office and greeted him, "Mr. Meng, long time no see. How have you been recently?"
Meng Weifang looked up and saw that it was Lu Yiming. He quickly stood up and responded, "Mr. Lu, long time no see."
Then, he saw Tang Jijun and Zhang Xiao following behind Lu Yiming and asked, "Who are these two?"
Lu Yiming introduced them, "This is Tang Jijun, and this is Zhang Xiao. They are both RF chip researchers that I just brought back from the United States. I plan to add them to the R&D department."
Meng Weifang said admiringly: "Oh, so that's how it is. Mr. Lu is really good at this. He was able to dig people back from the United States."
In this era, those who excel in education will be able to make it, and they will make it as much as possible. As long as they have the conditions to go to Europe and the United States, they are basically unwilling to stay in China. Meng Weifang thinks that these two people must be very powerful to be able to make it in the United States.
Both of them felt embarrassed by Meng Weifang's praise. After all, in the United States, they were both unexpectedly optimized social talents.
Lu Yiming said: "I will take them to familiarize themselves with the environment first, you go ahead and do your work."
"Okay."
Today, Maomao Mobile is more of a scientific research institution than a mobile phone manufacturer. Although it has been established for some time, it has not launched any new mobile phone products.
Lu Yiming took the two to the R&D department to familiarize themselves with the environment, and then took them to Yanlord Riverside Park.
Lu Yiming had bought two houses here before, and now he has arranged for people to move in one after another. All the people he invited will be allocated houses here.
"You two, the houses are ready for you. Please choose between the two. You can choose any one that is unoccupied."
There is no need to say much about the environment of the community. After all, they dared to sell it at 10,000 yuan per square meter two years ago, so they had the confidence.
Tang Jijun looked at the surroundings in disbelief and said, "Are we going to live here from now on?"
Although he was considered a technician in the United States before, his living conditions were not much different from those of refugees.
The United States is different from China. Rich people all live in manors in the suburbs. The city center is full of various commercial office buildings, and the apartments they live in are very cramped.
Lu Yiming smiled and said, "Yes, as long as you work here, you can live in the house permanently."
These houses are for scientific researchers to live in, so they can only be lived in and not bought or sold.
"There are various PhDs and masters living here, as well as academicians from the Xia Academy of Sciences. It can definitely be said that 'there are great scholars here, and there are no unlearned people here.' But you can find out who lives here by yourselves. This is also a little surprise for you. Starting tomorrow, you will go to work at Maomao Mobile and form a team to research radio frequency chips. If you need money, just tell me directly."
Not only did they give him a house but they also directly approved research funds. The two had never met such a boss before and were immediately moved to tears.
"Don't worry, Mr. Lu, we will work hard!"
