Game within game: chess player

As soon as Gorman and Mbeki left, Leng Chuan and Xiong Yang arrived at the oil town, followed by ten Qingtian security guards. Like Ye Fang's first impression of South Africa at that time, Xiong Yang did not expect that South Africa had such a beautiful and rich place. Even black people had beauties, and of course there were white beauties. This made Xiong Yang's eyes light up.

Especially when Xiong Yang saw that Ye Fang had such a big industry in South Africa, and especially when he heard that Ye Fang and the President of South Africa were brothers, Xiong Yang truly understood how terrifying Ye Fang's background was. At this time, Xiong Yang was convinced that he The choice is the most correct decision of my life.

In the next two days, Liao Yuanzheng hired the most professional diamond exploration and storage company in South Africa to conduct reserve surveys and diamond grade appraisals in the oil fields where diamond deposits were discovered. For six hours, all the executives including Ye Fang, Zhou Guanglong and Liao Yuanzheng were anxiously waiting for the results of the testing and storage company, especially Zhou Guanglong, who was the biggest driving force in deciding whether he was willing to invest, so he seemed to be better than Ye Fang. Pay more attention to the reserves and grades of diamond mines.

After hundreds of years of development in South African diamond mines, there are fewer and fewer valuable diamond mines. More than half of the mines are controlled by European and American companies, and natural output and prices are also controlled by these companies. In recent years, South Africa has tried to invest in diamond mines to increase government revenue, but most of them have failed. After all, diamond mine exploration and mining require a large amount of capital investment in the early stage.

The South African government had no choice but to strengthen the management of diamond mining and tax exports. On the one hand, diamonds were heavily taxed, and on the other hand, exports were controlled to stabilize prices. Taxes don't matter to diamond mine owners. The extra taxes are paid by consumers and have no impact on profits at all. South Africa has a high output of diamonds. The double shackles of diamond mine owners' mining volume and export restrictions have firmly set diamond prices in a fixed range, keeping diamond prices stable for decades.

Some people even say that the rarity of diamonds is the biggest lie of the century told by big European and American companies. In fact, South Africa has plenty of diamonds and they are not that precious at all. Whether this is actually the case or not, there is no definite answer, official or unofficial. Anyway, the consumption habits of diamonds are now accepted by the whole world.

In the end, when Liao Yuanzheng got the analysis report of the measurement and storage company in the afternoon, he immediately reported it to Ye Fang, while Zhou Guanglong and Xiong Yang listened nervously, as if it was their own business.

"Mr. Ye, the analysis report of the measurement and storage company shows that our oil field does have a diamond mine!"

"Really?!" Ye Fang's expression was normal. At that time, Zhou Guanglong immediately lost his composure and was even more excited than Ye Fang.

"Continue." Ye Fang knew that Liao Yuanzheng must have something to say.

"The reserve measurement report shows that the diamond mine reserves are not high. According to South Africa's evaluation of diamond mine reserves, it can barely be regarded as a small mineral deposit."

"Sigh." Zhou Guanglong couldn't hide his disappointment. Although he had no intuitive concept of South Africa's diamond mine reserve grade assessment, as long as it is classified as small, it is probably dispensable and there is a high probability that there will be nothing to do.

What's more, it's so reluctant. Zhou Guanglong doesn't have much hope for the prospect of this diamond mine, but it's better than nothing. Since it's a small mine, the investment will not be too high.

"But there is another good news. Our diamond mine is the rarest sapphire mine in the world. It is conservatively estimated to be worth more than 100 billion, or US dollars!" When he said this, Liao Yuanzheng's voice suddenly became high-pitched, and he waved the report excitedly.

"What... what...? U.S. dollars? 100 billion?!" Zhou Guanglong and Xiong Yang felt that their thoughts suddenly short-circuited, especially Zhou Guanglong's ears seemed to be deaf at this time, Liao Yuanzheng said later He could no longer hear any words, which was the outward sign of a person who was extremely excited. Xiong Yang couldn't believe that there was a diamond mine in the middle of the oil field. Ye Fang was so rich. Working with such a boss would definitely have a future.

"There are reserves worth 100 billion US dollars, so much?" Ye Fang was obviously shocked by this analysis report. Although the mineral deposit is small, it does produce the rarest sapphire mine. This is the world's top diamond and the rarest. of diamonds.

"The surveying and storage company said that this is just an estimate of the price of the rough stone. If it is polished and processed and then exported, the value can be increased ten times."

Liao Yuanzheng's words were more shocking than his words, which immediately made Zhou Guanglong's heart feel overloaded with pain. He quickly forced himself to calm down, took Ye Fang's hand and said loudly, "Brother, this diamond mine must be considered a brother's share!" ! I can pay you right now, just give me a price."

Ye Fang chuckled when he saw Zhou Guanglong's expression and said, "Brother Long, don't be anxious, don't be anxious. This matter needs to be discussed in the long run. It is just an analysis report now. The reserves are not equal to money. It is all on paper." Text..."

While Ye Fang and Zhou Guanglong were talking, Liao Yuanzheng's phone suddenly rang. After chatting for a few words, Liao Yuanzheng hung up. Just as he was about to report to Ye Fang, the phone rang again. After hanging up the phone and about to speak, the phone rang again. In the end, Liao Yuanzheng had no choice but to turn off the phone directly.

"What's wrong?" Ye Fang asked.

"Mr. Ye, there are many big companies now wanting to discuss cooperation with us in developing diamond mines. There are so many that I have no choice but to turn off my phone." Liao Yuanzheng said while holding his cell phone.

"How did the news spread so fast?" Ye Fang asked in surprise.

"You don't know that these measurement and storage companies are closely connected with these large companies, and this information can be sold for money." Liao Yuanzheng explained.

Hearing what Liao Yuanzheng said, Zhou Guanglong couldn't sit still anymore. He held Ye Fang's hand and insisted on investing now. Zhou Guanglong knows that the only advantage he has now is that he is closest to Ye Fang. If there is more capital that wants to come in and get a share of the pie in the future, he will have no advantage at all.

"Brother Long, don't worry. Just based on our relationship, this matter will definitely count for you. As for other companies, there is no need to talk about it. I will insist on independent development." Ye Fang said, "And I have to do this. Let me report to my second brother that if a diamond mine of this level is to have a security team of our own, we must also apply for government garrison protection, otherwise our small town will never have peace."

Then Ye Fang turned to Liao Yuanzheng and Leng Chuan and said, "Immediately order all security guards to strengthen security management of the town, distribute all the latest arms and weapons, and strengthen the security of the town."

"Yes!" Leng Chuan replied.

In fact, what Ye Fang should be more worried about now is the security of the diamonds after they are produced. Capital predators will be more interested in the diamond mines that are still buried deep underground. After all, this news has not been released yet. However, what Ye Fang is worried about is that some private armed forces will take the opportunity to rob the diamond mine, or do some sabotage. For everyone, Ye Fang's diamond mine is a rare commodity. They are not afraid of thieves, but they are worried about it.

After Ye Fang finished the call to Mbeki, Mbeki was overjoyed and immediately decided to station a regiment of troops in the oil field and at the same time strengthen the security infrastructure of the town.

The South African government invested 5.00% of the total investment in the diamond mine without funds. Ye Fang privately gave Mbeki and Gorman 5.00% of the shares respectively. Mbeki's shares were held by others on behalf of others. Of course, Ye Fang also owned these shares. Gifted. But Gorman's part is a real money investment. After all, Gorman is not short of money. Of course, Gorman is very interested in the diamond mine, a chicken that lays golden eggs, and promised to directly invest 20 million U.S. dollars, which is equivalent to close to RMB. [-].

Ye Fang understands the principle of making money for everyone, and reciprocating the favor by giving shares to Mbeki and Gorman respectively is to obtain greater economic and political benefits. In order to ensure the smooth mining of diamond mines, Mbeki will definitely strengthen security, and Gorman He promised to provide all weapons and ammunition free of charge, and also promised Ye Fang to send a Russian oil exploration team to help exploit the oil fields, all free of charge.

The interests of the three parties were guaranteed and the entire diamond mine and oil field production was safe. With Gorman's 5.00% share worth 20 billion yuan as a reference, Zhou Guanglong agreed to invest 20 billion without hesitation, which also accounted for 5.00% of the diamond company. of shares. Ye Fang didn't expect that Zhou Guanglong didn't feel any physical pain when he took out two billion. He knew that this old boy must still have some stock, and the rest would depend on the situation.

With Mbeki's promotion, the company registration went very smoothly. The diamond company was named Xingyao, which means shining like stars. In order to maximize the profits of Star Diamond, in addition to the huge investment required for mining, it is also necessary to build an additional diamond processing plant, so that rough diamonds can be directly processed into diamonds for export, and the value will be increased countless times. At present, many of the world's top diamond sales companies have ordered Shining Diamonds at high prices, and they are stuck in the oil town, insisting on purchasing the first batch of mined and processed sapphire diamonds, and promising to take as much as they want, even with export duties. All are willing to bear it.

The moment Zhou Guanglong saw his name printed on the company's shareholder list, he felt extremely happy. He firmly believed that he had taken a big step towards a better tomorrow.

After everything in South Africa was settled, Ye Fang and Zhou Guanglong were ready to return. Before leaving, Ye Fang patted Xiong Yang on the shoulder and said, "Mr. Xiong, the opportunity is given to you. It depends on whether you can seize it. I'll watch it in the capital." Your performance."

"Mr. Ye, don't worry, I will run the company well and cooperate with Mr. Liao in my work." Xiong Yang said solemnly.

This time when discussing with Liao Tianyuan about the person in charge of the diamond company, Xiong Yang offered to stay in South Africa to prepare the diamond company, which surprised Ye Fang. However, Ye Fang is willing to give Xiong Yang this opportunity. One is that the company really needs someone like Xiong Yang to guard him in the early stage. On the other hand, Ye Fang also wants to see if Xiong Yang is a malleable talent, so he will let Xiong Yang temporarily. Responsible for the preparation of the diamond company.

On the return flight, Zhou Guanglong continued to be in an excited state. Ye Fang chatted with Zhou Guanglong intentionally or unintentionally, and brought the topic to his relationship with officials at all levels in Guangzhou. At the same time, he also tactfully expressed that he wanted to get to know each other because of business. Find out what local senior officials think. To Ye Fang's surprise, Zhou Guanglong agreed immediately. This was in great contrast to his previous cautious and conservative mentality. Ye Fang understood that this was the ideal effect of the trip to South Africa.

Ye Fang knew that he was already one of his own with Zhou Guanglong, so naturally Zhou Guanglong no longer guarded against him.

"I will hold a private party in two days. Come and I will introduce you." Zhou Guanglong said carelessly.

"Brother Long, do I need to prepare any greeting gifts?" Ye Fang asked.

Zhou Guanglong waved his hand and said arrogantly, "No, these people are officials when they are using it, and they are dogs when they are not using it. I have already fed them, and now if I tell them to eat shit, they will all say that this stuff tastes good."

"Brother Long, these people are all wolf cubs who can't get enough to eat. I'd better prepare some greeting gifts." Ye Fang continued.

"You don't know what style they like. You don't have to worry about the ceremony. I'll prepare it for you. Then just say it's what you want." Zhou Guanglong said.

"Well then thank you Brother Long." Ye Fang said with a haha.

"We are brothers, doesn't it mean that we are strangers?" After saying this, Zhou Guanglong burst into laughter. Ye Fang laughed beside him, but he had another plan in mind.

While Ye Fang and Zhou Guanglong were talking, Ye Fang's satellite phone rang, and it turned out to be Liu Jianbai.

"Hi, I'm Ye Fang!"

When Liu Jianbai on the other side of the phone heard what Ye Fang said, he knew it was inconvenient for him to speak, so he directly asked, "Is it inconvenient to speak?"

"It's okay, Mr. Liu, just tell me."

"Okay, I have already had a phone call with Yuanshan, and I will send a team to Guangzhou to assist you in your work. At the same time, I have contacted surrounding provinces and cities to provide you with the greatest help. I will send you the relevant contacts later. As for the public security You have to coordinate and communicate with the Hai family for the transfer of the armed police, and it is not convenient for me to come forward."

"Mr. Liu, what you're doing is really unreasonable. This business can't be done."

"You brat, don't stay with me. I know you and Zhou Guanglong went to South Africa. What were you two doing there?"

Ye Fang knew that every move he made when leaving the country was under the supervision of relevant departments, so it was no secret that he traveled all over the world. It was just that Liu Jianbai didn't know what he was going to do. Ye Fang does not want to disclose the project in South Africa to anyone for the time being. This is his secret business territory. With the protection of the South African government, Ye Fang is not worried about who can obtain the real information about the boss behind Longpai Oil Company.

"I'm on the plane returning now. I'm advancing that project as planned. Don't worry. Everyone can make money. You are the big boss and you are so petty. You can definitely fight for more resources. I'm waiting for your news. .”

"If you finish this order well, I will give you nothing less. That's it, hang up!"

Ye Fang looked at the phone in his hand, smiled and shook his head, then turned to look at Zhou Guanglong, who was also looking at him with a relaxed smile.

"Doing business is not easy!" Zhou Guanglong said empathetically.

"Yes, it is indeed not easy!" Ye Fang murmured.