"Comrade Xiao Zhu, you came back really late."
When I returned to the hotel room, it was already dawn and it was already past four in the morning. I didn't expect that Leader Xiao from the Petroleum and Chemical Industry Department was still in the lobby. Zhu Xuefeng was surprised when he waited for himself. Didn't the negotiation go smoothly? Didn't it mean that both parties had needs?
"What are you doing for keeping you waiting?"
Leader Xiao was very polite, "This is not the place to talk. Young man, if you still have energy, let's go back to the room and have a chat?" "
"Of course no problem."
The two entered Zhu Xuefeng's guest room, and Leader Xiao explained the situation.
“It’s not going very smoothly. The other party is willing, but we still have many difficulties in carrying out the work.”
It turns out that only then did Leader Xiao know that the existing oilfield mining rights in Saudi Arabia are all in Lao In the hands of several American companies, although Saudi Arabia agreed to sell it, it is difficult for the transaction to bypass these companies, and now the progress is stuck here.
“We don’t have any good solutions at the moment, but they are landlords. Is there any other way to solve this problem?”
Leader Xiao hopes that Zhu Xuefeng will help again and persuades the sand to move. Special aspects also took the initiative to think of solutions.
"Leader Xiao, I have thought about what you are talking about before. I have also communicated with their prince. If I want to get rid of these companies, I can only think of other ways. Let me tell you whether it works. If so, I Can you help me contact you again?"
"Oh, they have considered it? Why didn't anyone mention it in this negotiation?"
"I don't know if they have considered it or not. It means that their prince has considered it. There is no third-party confirmation of this kind of thing. I don’t think he will report it to the royal family rashly.”
Leader Xiao nodded, “It makes sense, can you tell me. , your discussion idea?”
Zhu Xuefeng made a cup of coffee for Leader Xiao. It was almost dawn, and he was not in good spirits, especially Leader Xiao looked tired.
"Thank you." Leader Xiao took it politely. He was not familiar with Zhu Xuefeng, but to be introduced to his office by his superiors, he was definitely not an ordinary person.
“Let me put it this way, what our country wants is oil, and they are willing to sell it. The key now is that these oil companies may not be willing to sell it to us. This is the contradiction, right?”< br>
Zhu Xuefeng was bored and whetted the appetite of Leader Xiao, retaliating for not letting him rest until it was almost dawn.
"Well, it's this contradiction. We didn't know it well before we came. We didn't expect that for a sovereign country, the mining rights are not in our hands, which led to our misjudgment."
Zhu Xuefeng drank. Taking a sip of scalding coffee, he raised the cup and motioned to Leader Xiao to have a taste too.
"It tastes good, quite refreshing. After one sip, my mind is much clearer."
Leader Xiao took a helpless sip. Apart from the bitterness, he couldn't feel anything good about it. What on earth is this young man doing? mean? The introduction from a superior can't be unreliable.
Actually, the request Zhu Xuefeng received was just a connection. After all, there was no formal communication channel between the two parties. The freshwater project was an opportunity. Zhu Xuefeng actually had a relationship with the prince. Of course, it was a good breakthrough, but he didn’t give it. Zhu Xuefeng assigned the task of brokering this cooperation, and Leader Xiao took it for granted.
"Comrade Xiao Zhu, if you have any good ideas, you can tell us and we will consider them."
Leader Xiao was a little anxious and couldn't figure out Zhu Xuefeng's intentions, so he tried to be as gentle as possible reminder again.
Zhu Xuefeng could not ignore his own leader, so he said calmly.
"Leader Xiao, if we abandon these oil companies and buy their other oil, there will be no problem."
"Of course, but now all the oil fields are In these companies..."
Leader Xiao suddenly realized, "You mean, other oil fields, yes, they don't have exploration technology, we do, they don't have the ability to exploit, we do, Comrade Xiao Zhu. , thank you, your idea is very good, I will plan it carefully and report it to the superior. If it can be successful, you will have made a great contribution."
"No, no, no, leader, I didn't say anything. It’s all your own idea. I don’t dare to take credit for it. However, I think they will definitely consider your idea. After all, it is in their interests.”
Leader Xiao recognized the refreshing effect of coffee and left with great ambition. All that was left was to ask for instructions first and then negotiate, which had nothing to do with Zhu Xuefeng.
The current domestic cadres still have too little contact with the outside world, unlike the experienced negotiators who will be decades from now.
In the remaining time, under the warm hospitality of the prince, Zhu Xuefeng left the group and visited the "Edge of the World", "Ancient City of Diriyah", "Prophet Temple", "Museum" and so on.
The museum does not have many exhibits, but it is very grand and has a large outdoor garden.
"As one of the four major civilizations, I personally feel that the exhibits in the museum are a bit small and cannot fully display the great Babylonian civilization."
The prince was a little embarrassed, "You should know that we This place has been looted more than once by the damn white guys. More of our treasures either disappeared in the war or were plundered by the damn ones. Of course, the museum in Baghdad is better preserved. If we have the opportunity in the future, we can go to Baghdad to see it. "
"Oh, it's my fault. I shouldn't have mentioned this sad history. I'm sorry."
"It's nothing, although I studied in London. But I don’t have a good impression of the Ansa people. The more I understand their history, the deeper my disgust becomes.”
The prince did not hide his likes and dislikes, which made Zhu Xuefeng very strange. Saudi Arabia is in a very delicate situation. It is trying hard to integrate into the descendants of Muhammad and find its own place. However, it is economically inseparable from the oil economy of the United States. Many things can only be done secretly. The United States and Europe wear the same pants.
“Our current economy is too dependent on them. You have to know that the risk of a country’s economy being controlled by others is very high.”
Zhu Xuefeng did not express his position, and he could understand his situation. He did not get rid of this embarrassing situation decades later. It was only after getting closer to the country sixty years later that he gained some confidence and became more tough.
“We are also looking for suitable partners, which is why we set our sights on Southeast Asia. Contact with your country lets us know that this world is still very wonderful, haha.”
The prince did not explain too much, but he made it clear that although getting close to Dongfang was just an attempt, they were very sincere and also gave expectations, because the world is very wonderful, isn't it? Niu coaxing old man Beauty, there is no advantage at all in the east.
On the return plane, Zhu Xuefeng was absent-minded, which once again aroused Director Jiang's curiosity.
"I said, classmate Xiao Zhu, you are so timid about being close to home. Why are you so preoccupied and worried that you won't be able to complete your studies when you go back?"
"Director Jiang, please don't laugh at me. The fourth-grade courses are almost finished. There are no big problems. I don’t have anything to worry about. I just think, when we go back, they have all gone to military training. I don’t know where they are yet, and I don’t know where to report.”
"That's it. According to me, it's more appropriate for you to seize this little time to review by yourself. I heard that you have been excellent in several military trainings. You can't be reluctant to take this opportunity and want to get a few more outstanding ones."
Zhu Xuefeng sat up and said, "Looking at what you said, you have successfully completed the task this time, and you will definitely receive praise after you return."
Director Jiang did not pay attention to Zhu Xuefeng's ridicule, but He leaned over and whispered in his ear, "Don't interrupt your teacher. You are good enough. Leader Xiao praised you this time. Although I don't know what you did," Mu Xiu Yu Lin said, "The wind will destroy it." You should know that you have to pay attention to some things, and there are some problems with the school's atmosphere now. Try not to get involved and do your own knowledge in a down-to-earth manner."
To this Director Jiang, I deeply admire Zhu Xuefeng, who always thinks of himself.
"Yes, I will."
"You don't have to go to military training when you go back to school. I'll write a note and you go to the library to study steadily and go to class with the senior students. Don't make a joke if you fail the assessment. "
After saying that, Director Jiang closed his eyes again and began to rest. Zhu Xuefeng also covered himself with a hat and began to think.
What he is concerned about is that he has received news in Saudi Arabia that Asan has carried out unreasonable provocation and invasion as expected. The two parties have already fought, but he does not know what the situation of Yanzi and the others is. At least how many people are there? Millions of dollars in revenue, something the autonomous region urgently needs.
Although this time the royal family was extremely satisfied with this rocket launcher, which had a range, maneuverability, accuracy, and power that was much higher than that of artillery shells, but the price was less than half of that of artillery shells, and they placed an order of four million in one go. , can greatly alleviate the financial dilemma of the autonomous region, but who would dislike too much wealth. Of course, except for the prince and the others, Zhu Xuefeng readily offered to transfer the production technology after they decided to purchase four million US dollars of rockets. Who knew that the royal family actually refused such a good thing.
“Brother, I’m not going to hide it from you. We don’t talk about getting these raw materials now. We just say that building a military factory is very troublesome. It’s more suitable for us to buy it. It’s better for you to do the hard work. Find someone to help us with the production, we are willing to spend money to buy it.”
Calculating the time, Yanzi and the others must have set off as planned. In the vast mountains, there was no way to contact them, so Zhu Xuefeng had to give up, believing that he had his own guidance and guidance. Swallow’s treasure hunting skills will surely bring you a fruitful return.
In fact, Li Xiaojun has led the team into the predetermined location. According to the plan, a temporary settlement has been set up on the border. These are high mountains and there are no human habitations at all. There are no checkpoints here at all, and they are simply set up on the opposite side. Checkpoints are not patrolled at all.
Without a helicopter, it would be difficult to cross these mountains with legs. The continuous mountains have become the most natural barrier and created a de facto boundary.
"Report."
The scout who came in reported, and Li Xiaojun put away the map.
"Ayou, what's going on ahead."
"Report to the leader, a group of five of us went over, and there was no one at the other side's checkpoint. Looking at the scene, it seemed that he had escaped, so we went down the mountain again. Entering the market town, 99% of the people had fled, and only a handful of those who were unable to move remained in the town. We managed to capture two alive. It turned out that all the landlords in the town had fled, and the villagers were also afraid, so they all fled to the west. In the mountains, the deputy squad leader is now leading a soldier to continue to explore forward. I leave two soldiers to monitor and respond, and I will come back to report."
"Well, very good, it is exactly what the leader said. , the battle has only been going on for three days, there is no one here, it will collapse at the first touch, it will collapse at the first touch, haha, it is really a group of pustules, pass my order, leave four people to guard the stronghold, the others board the plane with me, hurry up first Go to the town."
"Li Xiaojun, I remind you that we haven't found the location where the two sides are fighting yet. According to my senior brother, you shouldn't enter so early, as it will easily lead to exposure."
Watching the team members executing the orders, Liang Yan, who had been resting with her eyes closed, opened her eyes.
"Miss Yanzi, the chief is right to arrange this, but now there is no one in the town, so why are you worried about being exposed? The chief asked me to take command. I can make decisions on the spot and obey orders. Come with me."
"Although what you said makes sense, I always feel that you are rushing to move because you don't want to feed mosquitoes in the mountains."
Li Xiaojun laughed and said haha, looking around and seeing no one around , then whispered.
"Auntie, why don't you tell me when you see something wrong? This group of commandos have been training in the ravine for almost a year and are used to feeding mosquitoes. Don't look at me. Although I am also a scout, I am really tired of feeding mosquitoes here. I said Miss Yanzi, how can you bear it? A few mosquitoes here can fry a plate."
Liang Yan then stood up, threw a small sachet to Li Xiaojun, and said with a smile.
"I thought you scouts were very talented. I'll give you this and you'll be free from mosquitoes when you carry it with you. My senior brother gave it to me. I thought you weren't afraid. Haha, let's go."
< br>"It's really too much. The chief doesn't share the good stuff even though he has it, which makes me bite so many bags."
Li Xiaojun muttered from behind, causing Liang Yan to turn back and stare.
"Don't be ignorant, senior brother, I gave you two copies, one was given to me, and one was sent away for research. I will give it to you now. I have lost it myself. If you don't want it, just give it back. You actually buried my senior brother." , be careful I will file a complaint.”
“No way, it’s impossible, right? Miss Yanzi is merciful, I’ll find some team members who are good at shooting when I get back.”
Seeing that Li Xiaojun had a good attitude in admitting his mistake, Liang Yan snorted.
"It's quite sensible, let's go, Comrade Commander."
The team quickly took action, and after a while two helicopters took off and flew north over the mountains.
As expected, the town was completely empty. There were two households with old people, but they settled behind closed doors and never opened the door to go out. The whole town was lifeless, with not even a living thing. It was really clean. All the livestock and poultry were taken away. , ran really thoroughly.
"Find a house, make a fire to cook, and set up security. We haven't eaten hot food for three days, so let everyone change shifts and rest quickly to regain their strength."
Li Xiaojun heard this a few days ago. San made a move to lead the team into the station, but Song Yan vetoed it.
“The chief has said that we will not fight back until a few days later, so let’s wait for the counterattack before setting off.”
“What if the chief makes a wrong judgment? , Only investigation, so that we can better understand the progress. Is it reliable to rely solely on radio broadcasts?"
Li Xiaojun was also very convincing. Seeing that Song Yan was eager to fight, he delayed for several days and still didn't get a counterattack. After hearing the news, he agreed that Li Xiaojun would lead the team to set off. There was no other way, so Li Xiaojun had to feed mosquitoes at the station for a few days. Finally, he received the news from the radio that the counterattack had begun, and he endured it for two more days before sending out the scouts.
"You said that our team has always treated the common people without mercy. This town is so far away from the battlefield, why did it escape?"
The team members were very confused, the town had not suffered at all Baptized by the flames of war, he ran away cleanly.
“Don’t you know this? The battlefield is in the north. The narrowest part of that place is only 20 kilometers long. It is just a long corridor. As long as that place is strangled, there will be They lost contact and became an enclave. The people are fine, but why don’t the landlords run away and wait for death? "
What they are doing now is private land. The farmers basically don’t have land, so they hide in the mountains because they are afraid. , of course the rich man ran away.
Li Xiaojun took out the map and pointed at it, "Look, this is the Gulishili Corridor. It's a good place. It's a plain and rich in food. This is his seven inches. Keep an eye on this place. The lower half will have to be destroyed." , this is a battleground for military strategists. If we take it, the lower half will not be able to escape at all. "
Li Xiaojun is talking about the famous economic corridor. In peacetime, the four neighboring countries conduct frequent trade here, and countless people. A place of wealth, but once there is a war, it will be a place of burial.
"Chief, you said we are not too far away from here, and there are no other forces in the middle. Otherwise, we will stay here. Isn't the land below all ours? This can be regarded as opening up frontiers. Come on, the chief will definitely be happy. You can also grow food and do business. It’s great.”
Li Xiaojun glared and knocked the soldier on the head. The soldier covered his head and was unconvinced.
“Isn’t the duty of us soldiers to expand our territory? This is also wrong.”
“Le Xiaojun, don’t think that if you are also called Xiaojun, I won’t beat you up. You can say it without thinking. If you don’t think about how big the opponent is, he can’t beat us. It’s easy to beat you.”
Le Xiaojun was still unconvinced, “Why, we. My comrades can drive them away in a few days, so why do you think we can't do it? Everyone was in the same pot before..."
Li Xiaojun knocked again with a smile, "You also said that this problem is not good. Explain, the chief has already told you that the counterattack team will withdraw soon. Let's not cause trouble to ourselves and our families. If you stick there, they will definitely think that the family members have not withdrawn. Let's go and cook first. Later, he changed people and continued to investigate northward. "
In fact, Li Xiaojun was also moved, especially when the leader said that this territory was a small independent country a few years ago, and it was only merged into it a few years ago after being coerced by the north. , but the chief's strict order made him realize that such small actions would bring trouble to the family, so he reluctantly gave up the idea.
Information coming in the middle of the night made Li Xiaojun realize that the retreat here was cleaner than he thought. Thirty kilometers ahead, the situation was similar to that of a small town.
It was already dawn, but the team still hadn't set off. Li Xiaojun was visiting the deserted lumber factory, with countless pieces of wood scattered around.
"It's a pity that we can't take it with us. Old Yang will definitely want all these equipment."
"Report, there is no one in the mine ahead, and there is a lot of ore scattered."< br>
Li Xiaojun waved his hand regretfully, "Don't even look at it. Look for the warehouse where the army is stationed here. You don't need to look at anything else. You can't take it with you."
I found this one quickly. In the deserted camp, it didn't take long to find the hidden underground warehouse. Li Xiaojun was very satisfied with the inventory in the warehouse.
The sealed weapons and equipment can arm at least fifty people, and there are also many sabers wrapped in oil paper.
"Hurry up and transport all these, and continue to move forward at night. We will only search for grain depots, banks and military camps, and ignore the rest. It is a waste of time." (End of Chapter)