Apocalypse Forecast

Chapter 1034: Chapter 800: The First Step

If not for the pressure of the situation, he wouldn’t have moved the originally planned mid-to-late stage matters to now.

It looks impressive in the result, but behind it is Huai Shi’s cautious operation akin to walking on thin ice.

Frankly, there’s nothing surprising about it.

It’s just getting by on face value all the way.

Getting something for nothing!

Starting by using connections, he opened pathways with the Sand King. With the backing of the Ivory Tower as assurance, both parties could negotiate on equal terms. After guaranteeing that Tanbo Marine Transport could handle the logistics of ore transportation, he then reached out to Amber’s annoying younger sister and united with the now-fund-loaded Guanshan Group needing to consume, securing the big order for refining concentrates.

This was the first step.

Next, he approached Tai Qing Heavy Industries, cutting in line through face recognition, and placed an order for eighteen giant cargo ships. Then, leveraging the transportation orders and his relationship with Ye Xueya, he got an interest-free loan from the Dongxia Border Bank effortlessly, even bringing in Older Cousin Chu HongChen to share the risk as a shareholder.

Through the pathway of the Dongxia Genealogy and his identity with the Southeast Asia Marine Conservation Association, coupled with Northern Shipping, he gained the qualification for affiliation thanks to the eighteen giant cargo ships and the orders in hand.

Finally, with the patent of the Ivory Tower at hand, he reciprocated and turned around to conduct a second round of deep strategic cooperation with Green Turf Mining, thoroughly connecting the entire chain.

Completed the monetization of connections and foundation.

Everyone earns money; every participant has a share, even faintly forming a new monopolistic industry group.

Only money is lacking.

But is ’money’ really an issue now?

In today’s Tanbo Inner Circle, money isn’t lacking anymore!

As long as Huai Shi nods, money will flow endlessly before him!

From a promising future to the rise of an industry giant, this is already beyond guaranteed profit; it’s a case of joining late equals massive loss!

Losing one second for every second late, losing one day for every day late. If you miss the chance, investors holding large capital might never swallow this bitter regret!

Even without seeking loans from Guanshan and Green Turf, or borrowing from banks, Huai Shi has no fear.

Just taking these achievements to Luo Su and kicking open the office door, slapping the contract on the table and demanding money from Old Turtle, would the old man not produce any funds?

Luo Su’s laugh hasn’t stopped, his legs still can’t close.

Almost gone crazy with joy.

Huai Shi’s performance, beyond everyone’s expectations, has already gained unanimous recognition and approval from all the faculties.

Not relying on killing and arson, but proving Luo Su’s insight with his abilities, demonstrating his own value.

Could anyone else achieve even one-tenth of what he’s done now?

Reviving the nearly desolate Tanbo Inner Circle out of nothing, drawing in strong allies like Tai Qing Heavy Industries, Australia Green Turf, and Honorable Shipping, he not only retained all initiative, but further solidified his indispensable position within the alliance.

And fulfilled the Ivory Tower’s decades-long wish of returning to the Current Circumstances, with a solid first step, practically hammering the Ivory Tower’s nail into the floor of the Current Circumstances, impossible to pull out!

Accomplished the grand blueprint for the future within the Tanbo Inner Circle frame.

Now, with the foundation set, just awaiting the funds, Tanbo Inner Circle will immediately transform into a treasure trove known for advanced technology development and tourism.

So, it’s time to fetch the money.

Huai Shi lifted his eyes, hearing the sound of the car door opening.

The dwarfs from the Magic Gold Bank stood respectfully outside the car, smiles full of surprise and enthusiasm, almost feverishly rushing up to grab his little hand tightly, surrounding him with surround-sound bombardment:

"Mr. Huai Shi, please come in, everyone is here, just waiting for your signature!"

"No hurry, no hurry!"

Huai Shi stood firm at the front of the red carpet, stretched out his hand, adjusted his collar, and answered with a smile: "Just like you all said—"

He paused, seriously saying, "I also feel it’s necessary to reiterate the development prospects of the Tanbo District."

"..."

In the brief silence, all faces stiffened for a moment, followed by an enthusiasm and agreement ten times stronger than before, thunderous applause.

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When the Sincerity Bank representative arrived, the meeting was already over.

Dust had settled.

"What is going on!"

Storming into the conference room, the middle-aged man was furious: "Holding negotiation meetings excluding us, such a thing is unheard of, we will report your non-compliance to the Current Circumstances Bank Union! This kind of thing, we at Sincerity absolutely will not allow or acknowledge!"

Simply furious beyond endurance.

Regardless of whether pretending or purely out of anger, it must be done this way to find a flaw to seize more initiative later.

But surprisingly, in the harmonious atmosphere, those smiles continued, as if without any sign of appeasement or retreat, merely holding teacups, smiling.

"Mr. Yamada, you arrived just in time, this meeting has passed two agenda items, just to inform you..."

Huai Shi spun a pen in his hand, smiling faintly at him, the pen agilely rotating in his fingers as if it might stab into his throat at any moment, causing his eye corners to twitch.

Frozen in place, feeling a wave of unease.

"First, due to increased projects, the loan required by the Tanbo District seems to be double the original amount..."

"This... this..." Yamada’s expression twitched, deciding to voluntarily step back: "Upon evaluation, it’s certainly reasonable, not impossible to discuss."

"No need to discuss."

Huai Shi calmly said: "This is the second thing."

He regretfully spread his hands, announcing: "Due to increased loan volumes and changing needs, the current syndicate structure can no longer meet Tanbo Inner Circle’s needs.

Therefore, to accommodate your bank’s difficulties and prevent a funding chain break, I suggest reorganizing and optimizing the syndicate structure.

Tanbo will no longer apply for loans from Sincerity Bank, thus you needn’t worry about any risks going forward. As for the vacated position... how about Dongxia Border Bank taking over?"

Speaking, he looked around, spreading his hands: "I’ve finished speaking, let’s proceed to the vote."

The dwarfs from Magic Gold Bank smiled and raised their hands: "Seconded."

The Ancient Fund representative shrugged, also raised a hand: "Seconded."

Next was American Free Bank, Russia Federation Snow Mountain Commercial Bank...

When Huai Shi finally raised his hand, it was a seal finalizing the last result.

Yamada’s vision darkened, collapsing on the ground.

Whatever was said afterward, he could no longer hear.

Feeling cold inside.

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"Please, you must listen to our explanation, Mr. Huai Shi!"

After the meeting ended, as the news came through and the Sincerity Bank executive rushed to the parking lot to find Huai Shi, looking embarrassed and anxious, filled with apology.

"This all stems from people below acting recklessly! It’s this foolish person, misled by others, trying to complicate matters for you!"

Without waiting for Huai Shi to speak, the man pushed out to take the blame bowed awkwardly.

Standard prostration.

The somewhat aged executive made a painful guarantee, almost tearful: "We have always considered you a precious friend! Please don’t be so heartless, give us another chance... we will surely give you an explanation!"

Huai Shi, bewildered, tried to discern those faces, nearly unable to tell if it was heartfelt or acting, and couldn’t comprehend the Yingzhou people’s thought process.

"No need for this, both of you."

He sighed, softly comforting: "I know, you have your difficulties, how could I not be understanding? I’ve always trusted and understood your bank, and won’t begrudge over a trivial matter."

The executive paused, then was pleasantly surprised.

But immediately after, he saw Huai Shi’s regretful expression.

"Regrettably, my friends have always been few... and you are not among them."

He smiled faintly, gazing at the elderly man seated behind the car window at the distance—Dudor Luosheng of Deer’s Sing Hall, shrugging helplessly: "And what role do you play?"

In the silence, no one replied.

Huai Shi waved goodbye to his neighbors with a smile and turned to walk away.

Treading his own path back to the place that was solely his.

This was the first step.