Starting out as a drug dealer in 1988

Zhao Wenhao held up two fingers without hesitation and quickly explained, "There are two reasons. First, although blasting rocks makes money quickly, it also carries huge risks.

Have you ever thought about the danger involved? Don't take it lightly. As far as I know, people die every year when blasting rocks in many places.

What is even more shocking is that some local governments have actually set so-called indicators, stipulating that any death toll within a certain range is not considered a major event.

But please ask yourself, those are living lives!

How can you earn this kind of blood-stained money with a clear conscience? Can you really feel at ease doing this?"

Hearing this, Zhao Dagou and Zhao Mingliang looked at each other with frowns, as if their thoughts were being pulled by an invisible force, and they were deeply immersed in thought.

Before this, they had not thought about so many problems. They even happily discussed it with a few friends and cordially invited them to work here together after the quarry was built.

However, if it is true as Zhao Wenhao said, working in this industry is so dangerous and you may face life and death tests at any time.

Then, if anything unexpected happens, both they themselves and the friends who are invited will find it difficult to bear such heavy consequences.

Money is important, but it seems insignificant at this moment.

After all, as Zhao Wenhao emphasized, every person is a living being, carrying endless hopes and dreams.

"Mouse, is it really that dangerous?"

Zhao Dagou's face was full of suspicion, and there was still a trace of doubt in his heart. He seemed unwilling to believe this fact easily.

He stared at Zhao Wenhao with wide eyes, trying to find the answer from the other's eyes.

Zhao Wenhao sighed deeply and gave them an analogy: "If you encounter a dud when blasting a mountain, you need to send someone to investigate. This situation is quite dangerous.

In addition, during quarrying, especially in the later stages, the mountain will become steeper and the amount of gravel will increase. If you are not careful, someone could be hit. Think about it, aren't these dangers?"

Zhao Mingliang took a deep breath and shuddered inwardly: "It seems that this is the case. We thought it was too simple before!"

"Well, we just thought this business could make money and didn't really consider it that much." Zhao Dagou shook his head, feeling a little regretful, and continued, "You just mentioned two points, what about the other one?"

"The saying 'live by the mountain, eat by the mountain; live by the sea, eat by the sea' is true. But we have to think long-term and consider the issue from the perspective of sustainable development. Just think about it, if we really quarry this mountain, it will inevitably become a bare expanse in the future."

At that time, it was basically impossible to plant trees, grow herbs, etc.

Not only that, it also damages the ecological environment.

From now on, it will be basically impossible for you to see green mountains and clear waters.

Although Hengtang Town is a bit poor, we must always consider the future generations and not just focus on immediate interests."

"Haha, Haozi, although that sounds nice, I don't think many people in this town will listen to you." Zhao Mingliang smiled and shook his head, "Believe it or not, even if we don't do it, there will be others who will.

As for the towns, they have tax revenue and can solve some of the labor problems, so they are eager for this. It will be difficult for you to organize it."

Zhao Wenhao certainly understood this logic.

In this day and age, aren’t there enough cases of wanton destruction for the sake of development?

Don’t they know how to think long-term?

Of course they know it, but what they have in front of them are various economic indicators. They have to do this to complete the tasks assigned by their superiors.

"I've thought about this before. When I have enough money, I plan to develop the mountains in Hengtang Town into a tourist attraction. This way, I can protect the place where we grew up and make a contribution to my hometown."

Zhao Wenhao told his two friends what he had been thinking.

The two of them agreed with this.

If Ningyang Mountain is really developed, it will definitely benefit the entire Hengtang Town.

Of course, the funds required for this are not a small amount. At least Zhao Wenhao cannot do this at the moment.

"Da Gou, Mingliang, I still mean the same thing. No matter what others think or whether they will do it, I hope you two will not get involved. Okay?" Zhao Wenhao said earnestly.

"In addition, I will also find an opportunity to talk to the county and strive to protect this mountain. In a few years, when I have sufficient funds, I will definitely invest in developing this mountain into a beautiful scenic spot."

Zhao Dagou and Zhao Mingliang smiled at each other and nodded in agreement, "Okay, Haozi, we'll listen to you. We'll do whatever you say!"

Zhao Wenhao seemed very happy when he received a positive answer.

"Brothers, I'm sorry to have ruined your business. But I have an idea. I think it's a good business with great potential in the future. Would you like to hear it?"

Zhao Wenhao sat down on the sofa, lit a cigarette and smoked leisurely.

Zhao Dagou and Zhao Mingliang perked up when they heard this. "Hurry up and tell us what's the deal, don't be so pretentious."

"Haha, my ideas are very valuable. You think you can take them out of me so easily? No such thing. Tonight, you two will treat us. We won't leave until we are drunk."

Zhao Wenhao deliberately teased the two of them.

Since the two of them have come to the county town, they must have a meal together tonight.

As for who will treat the meal, the three of them are not short of that much now and don’t care at all.

"I'll treat you tonight at Zhuangyuanlou." Zhao Dagou shouted, poking Zhao Wenhao's shoulder. "Tell me, what's your idea?"

Zhao Wenhao didn't continue to make fun of Qiao and immediately explained, "Let's set up a freight company."

"Freight company?" Zhao Mingliang couldn't help but wonder, "There are plenty of private freight haulers out there, and there are plenty of freight companies too. Do you want to get involved in this business?"

Zhao Wenhao's eyes flashed with determination, and he said confidently: "Those are just small-scale operations, and it is difficult for them to become big.

If we are going to do it, we must do it in a big and decisive way. How can just a few trucks meet the needs of future development?

I envision a future where we have thousands of trucks and thousands of highly skilled drivers!"

At this moment, Zhao Wenhao's mind emerged with those well-known freight companies in his previous life, such as SF Express and YTO Express.

These giant companies have become leaders in the industry with their large fleets and efficient transportation networks.

However, Zhao Dagou shook his head at this grand plan, saying doubtfully, "Thousands of trucks, thousands of drivers? Haozi, are you kidding us?

Where would there be so much cargo to transport? Furthermore, the money needed to purchase so many trucks is not a small sum; a rough estimate would be hundreds of millions!"

Not only Zhao Dagou was skeptical, even Zhao Mingliang, who had always trusted Zhao Wenhao, felt a little puzzled at this moment.