RBCT Chapter 23 A Double-Edged Swordsman
Chapter 23 A Double-Edged Swordsman
Hui Kee on Bavet Street is a seafood stall with two storefronts facing the street, occupying the sidewalk.
The taste of the dishes is actually comparable to that of Hung Kee in Kowloon Walled City.
However, Hui Kee has tables and chairs set up outdoors, so diners can see the stars when they look up.
The dining environment is much better than Hung Kee, and it's located in the Shek Kip Mei area, making it the best choice for ordinary people to have banquets and gatherings!
It wasn't dark yet, but the restaurant was already packed with diners.
When Shi Licheng shouted this, it immediately attracted the attention of everyone around.
Wu Shih-hao cautiously pressed down on the shoulder of the shrewish Cheng, whispering in his ear, "Brother Cheng, this place... has too many people talking, and walls have ears..."
Absolutely!
Whether it's reliable or not, what we're discussing right now is a path to wealth!
The snob immediately became alert. He straightened his face, stood up, lifted the hem of his polyester shirt, and with a snap, pulled out the spray gun and slammed it on the table.
The "sprayer" is neither a modern shotgun nor a .38 rifle from Hong Kong police dramas.
Instead, it was a common term used during this period to refer to plainclothes officers in Hong Kong carrying firearms, specifically the Webley MKV, which was also a .38 caliber.
The reactions of the diners proved that this tactic was very effective.
Those who had been listening intently to hear more details were now all engrossed in their food, and the people at the next table, all smiles, lifted their tables and moved a couple of steps away.
"Hmph!" After intimidating the crowd, Shi Licheng put away his trolls, sat down, and pulled a chair closer to Lin Yuanshan: "Yuanshan, tell me the details."
Even with this opportunity to make money, you haven't forgotten about me, Brother Cheng. Even if I lose money, I'll definitely get a share.
"I just don't know, what kind of factory are you planning to open?"
Lin Yuanshan raised his glass and first invited Wu Shih-hao and Shih-li-cheng to have a drink.
Then he picked up his chopsticks, ate a piece of stir-fried beef, and said in a neither too loud nor too soft tone, "I am now a warehouse dispatcher at the Shixiawei branch of Yellow River Plastics."
Today I checked the numbers and found that this factory generates about 10 tons of waste every month.
I'm thinking of getting you two together to start a waste recycling plant.
Do you guys think it's worthwhile?
Plastic flower waste recycling plant?
Shili Cheng and Wu Shih-hao exchanged a glance, both showing disappointment on each other's faces.
I thought it was some big business like smuggling or selling stolen goods!
They acted all mysterious, but it turned out they were running a plastic flower recycling plant.
Having just made the bold statement about taking a stake, even though Shili Cheng inwardly disapproved of Lin Yuanshan, he still had to consider Wu Shihao's feelings.
Grabbing the wine bottle, Shi Licheng filled his own glass: "Ah Yuan, you've just arrived in Hong Kong, and it's your first day at the factory, so you might not know much about the market."
Take my advice, Brother Cheng, and give up on the idea of opening a factory as soon as possible.
"Oh. Brother Cheng, may I ask, is there anything wrong with my plan?" Lin Yuanshan blinked, looking at the other person curiously.
After drinking half a glass of beer, Shi Licheng began to show off his abilities: "Do you know how much a ton of recycled plastic flower waste costs on the market right now?"
Let me tell you, it's at least HK$50 and at most HK$80.
It's hard to say what the off-season will be like for this branch plant in Shek Kip Mei, but during the peak season, the amount of waste is double the number you found, about 20 tons.
You are the warehouse dispatcher in the factory. Even if you have the advantage of being close to the source and can collect all the waste materials to supply the waste recycling plant you envision.
20 tons of material, purchased internally at half price, 800 yuan!
But now you're saying you want to get me and your cousin to be your partners.
You and I have stable jobs, and Ah-hao is in charge of a whole bunch of things in Shek Kip Mei, so shouldn't we hire someone?
As for opening a factory, Ah-hao can handle the underworld matters.
As for official matters, I'm from Kowloon City, but I can ask my colleagues in Sham Shui Po for help.
But labor, water and electricity, and raw materials—these are things you can't avoid.
Think about it, after working hard for a month, how much money is left after deducting the beginning and the end? And in the end, three people have to split the money.
Sigh, Yuan, this time, it's not that I wouldn't have paid to support you if it weren't for Brother Cheng.
"With your plan, it'll take forever to recoup the money spent on the factory and machinery. And dividends? That's a distant dream."
After a long and rambling speech, the snobbish man shifted his attention to the fine wine and food on the table.
Upon receiving Lin Yuanshan's call, and hearing that there was a way to make money and that Wu Shih-hao's gang was involved, he believed it to be true. After get off work, he hailed a taxi at the entrance of the Kowloon City Police Station and rushed to Hui Kee.
The drive was nearly 4 kilometers and cost 3 yuan. Now I have to eat my fill!
Worried that Lin Yuanshan would be discouraged by the snobbishness, Wu Shih-hao patted him on the shoulder and raised his wine glass to refill Lin Yuanshan's cup: "Yuanshan, you say you want to do the right thing, but I don't understand at all!"
However, I think Brother Cheng was right.
He was a seasoned plainclothes officer who had seen a lot of the world.
But don't be too discouraged. This is normal when you first arrive in Hong Kong.
Everyone thought this place was paved with gold, and that they could pick up money just by bending down.
Do not believe!
Ask the big rooster.
This bastard thought he was handsome and even wanted to apply to be an actor at a TV station, hahaha...
Seeing that Hao Ge actually revealed his embarrassing secret to comfort his little cousin, Da Ji was full of embarrassment: "I'm a country bumpkin who came to the city. A Yuan is different. He's educated. I think his idea might actually work."
Shi Licheng curled his lip slightly, picked up his chopsticks, and continued to focus on the delicious dishes on the table.
Li Yicheng has managed to make plastic flowers the best in the industry.
From production to sales channels, every aspect must have been taken into consideration. How could such a large loophole be left open, allowing outsiders to easily slip in and make a fortune?
His snobbish expression, which carried a hint of disdain and contempt, was well-controlled and fleeting, but it couldn't hide it from Lin Yuanshan, who was watching him closely.
Despite the gossip about him, Lin Yuanshan didn't refute a word. He just deliberately kept a calm expression, drinking one glass of wine after another in silence, looking very unconvinced but too young to talk back.
As a seasoned plainclothes officer, Shi Licheng held the highest position among those present. He was there because of Wu Shih-hao's usual tact and because it was his first time meeting Lin Yuanshan, who had left a good impression due to his English proficiency.
Now, they've come, they've listened, they've tried to persuade them.
Now that Lin Yuanshan is young and hot-blooded and unwilling to accept defeat, he naturally doesn't bother to say much.
He even planned that after finishing tonight's meal, the next time he met Lin Yuanshan, he would just smile and nod.
Shili Cheng only cares about eating, while Lin Yuanshan only cares about drinking.
Caught between the two, Wu Shih-hao found himself in the most awkward position.
Fortunately, Hui Ji, who was used to entertaining people from all walks of life, noticed that the atmosphere at the two tables was a bit off. He quickly swung his wok and served all the dishes to Lin Yuanshan and his group as fast as he could!
Half an hour later, everyone had finished eating, and the snobbish Cheng even picked his teeth while burping and holding a toothpick.
Lin Yuanshan felt the time was right, and seized the opportunity to stand up before the snobbish Cheng could, forcing an embarrassed expression: "Brother Cheng, I still want to give it a try!"
How about this, since Brother Hao is here tonight, let him act as guarantor.
If you lend me 3000 yuan, and the factory makes a profit in a month, the 3000 yuan will be considered your 30% stake.
If the factory loses money, I will pay you back with interest in three months.
What do you think?