People in the Republic of China era began to rise from industry.

Although it was just a few simple sentences, Lin Yi already had a clear understanding of the whole matter.

According to Lin Yi's guess, things should be like this.

Yongli Alkali Plant's products are essentially a monopoly.

The long-term profit outlook is promising, as is widely known.

They just encountered some difficulties and then they were targeted by the big shot Song Wenchang.

If they don't comply, they'll make things difficult for them in all sorts of ways.

But if they comply, this business will belong to the Song family from now on.

They poured countless efforts and hopes, hoping to revitalize the national industry, into building this industry, only to have it snatched away by others.

If Lin Yi were in this situation, he would definitely choose to let Fang Chang go!

But that's just for him.

The two people in front of them were clearly at a loss in the face of this situation.

Lin Yi was curious, however, how could a unique business with such promising long-term profits encounter difficulties, giving people like Song Wenchang an opportunity to take advantage of it?

It makes absolutely no sense.

He was a little confused, so he simply asked, "Is Yongli Alkali Plant facing difficulties now?"

Fan Zhongxu glanced at him in surprise.

He clearly remembered that only those who knew the inside story could understand what he had just said in his conversation with Downsted.

Unrelated people would probably be completely confused if they heard this.

So, how did this guy know?

Could it be that Stead's resentful expression made the other party suspect something?

If that's the case, then this guy is quite clever.

Despite his admiration, Fan Zhongxu had no interest in complaining to anyone he met.

He smiled and said, "It's not really a difficulty. It's normal to encounter some troubles when you're in business."

"Really."

Lin Yi smiled and said, "But the day before yesterday at the wonton stall, I saw you two looking very worried about this."

Fan Zhongxu: "???"

Downstreet: "???"

"I'm sorry, I didn't mean to listen to what you two were saying at the time."

"Sitting at the same table, it's inevitable that I overheard a few things."

Having said all that, Fan Zhongxu finally remembered.

Isn't this the young man who shared a table with them that day, eating wontons?

He still had some impression of Lin Yi.

After all, when you go out with several bodyguards and people serving you at all times, it's hard for anyone who meets you to remember you.

"My name is Lin Yi, Chairman of Andao Company."

Lin Yi extended his right hand, having directly bestowed upon himself the title of chairman.

He was very interested in Yongli Alkali Plant.

The great mission of revitalizing national industry is the same, but the most crucial aspect is the wide range of uses of industrial alkali, which is closely related to his envisioned industrial empire.

If he doesn't want to be held back in the future, he must plan ahead and make up for his own shortcomings, or rather, the shortcomings of China's industry.

Although these issues can be resolved entirely by relying on system capabilities.

However, if it could be achieved through business means by supporting others, Lin Yi would have no reservations whatsoever.

Human strength has its limits.

He can't possibly do everything by himself.

Therefore, if the project is suitable, the profit prospects are promising.

Lin Yi doesn't mind being a pure investor.

"So it's Chairman Lin."

Fan Zhongxu had naturally heard of Andao Company.

He raised his hand and shook hands with Lin Yi, saying, "Mr. Lin is a respected senior figure in the business world. I was fortunate enough to meet him a few times at the Chamber of Commerce. He is Chairman Lin's..."

“My father.”

"Like father, like son."

Fan Zhongxu was full of enthusiasm, readily offering flattering words.

Lin Yi was also a seasoned businessman, and he wouldn't become arrogant or reserved because of a few ordinary polite words.

The two shook their clasped hands, and Lin Yi got straight to the point: "To be honest, I'm currently looking for investment opportunities."

"If Mr. Fan has any financial needs, I might be able to help."

The loan process is about to begin, and Lin Yi spoke with great confidence.

Invest first, then take out a mortgage loan; nothing gets delayed.

And he will get closer and closer to becoming a banker's father.

Fan Zhongxu and Tang Side exchanged a glance, then turned and smiled, "To be honest, Mr. Lin, we are indeed facing some financial difficulties."

"Shall we discuss this in detail after this matter is resolved?"

"I will follow Mr. Fan's arrangements."

Lin Yi readily agreed.

After the memorial ceremony ended, the distinguished guests dispersed like birds and beasts.

Lin Yi greeted Uncle Nan and left with Fan Zhongxu and Tang Side.

The two got into his car.

Lin Yi didn't see any attendants or drivers with the two of them, so he understood what was going on.

Yongli Alkali Plant is not just facing some difficulties, it's facing extreme difficulties...

A teahouse, three cups of tea.

As Fan Zhongxu recounted the events in detail, Lin Yi gradually understood the cause and effect of the matter.

Wynn Resorts started with coal mining thirteen years ago.

Later, they gradually ventured into the steel industry.

Five years ago, the steel plant, which had just begun to grow, was shut down for two whole months because it was held hostage by foreign companies over industrial alkali.

lost heavily.

Fueled by his own frustration, Fan Zhongxu built an alkali plant himself.

The technology at the time was purchased from England at a high price.

It took nearly two years to successfully start production.

They produced domestically made industrial alkali.

However, the business world is full of deceit and treachery, and the technology that Wynn acquired was already outdated at the time.

Not only are the production costs of alkali plants high, but the quality of their products also lags behind that of foreign products.

Therefore, it has been operating at a loss since it started production.

Having learned a painful lesson, Fan Zhongxu decided to develop his own alkali technology.

There were also various difficulties along the way.

It wasn't until early last year that a Chinese alkali-making expert was finally brought back from the United States.

Then came a massive investment in research.

With his financial resources, he could have afforded it.

However, his coal mines and steel mills were all located outside the Great Wall. After the September 18 Incident, under pressure from the Japanese, he eventually transferred them all at an extremely low price.

On the contrary, the alkali plant that was built in Shanghai in order to be closer to the market was able to survive.

At that time, Professor Hou's research also reached a critical stage.

Fan Zhongxu had no choice but to invest all his funds into it, and even sold off some of his original businesses in Shanghai.

After calmly recounting his tragic experiences, Fan Zhongxu exhaled a breath of stale air and smiled, "Fortunately, hard work pays off. Two months ago, Professor Hou's research finally yielded some results."

"The alkali produced in the laboratory is of the same or better quality than foreign products."

"According to our calculations, we also have a significant advantage in terms of cost."

"Most importantly, Professor Hou believes that further research is possible. He thinks that as long as the process is slightly more complicated, those by-products could be directly used in fertilizer production!"

"Chairman Lin, do you know what this means?"

When he got excited, Fan Zhongxu asked a really silly question.

Seeing Lin Yi's pursed lips, Tang Side opened his mouth as if to remind him, but in the end he was too embarrassed to expose his boss.

He could only pick up his teacup to hide his embarrassment.

"One process for two products means that if we build another fertilizer plant, the cost advantage will be huge."

Lin Yi then delivered a straight line.

He could understand Fan Zhongxu's excitement at that moment.

After enduring hardships, the clouds parted and the moon shone brightly.

There is no greater blessing in life than this.

Fan Zhongxu laughed heartily and said, "You're only right about one thing."

"Most importantly, it means that from now on, China will have its own domestically produced fertilizer!"