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

Traveling from the mountain city to Shanghai via the Yangtze River waterway, the journey was nearly two days shorter than the trip there.

They turned onto the Huangpu River and headed straight for Pier No. 3, where Fan Zhongxu was already waiting for them at the company.

"Chairman Lin, you're finally back."

Upon meeting, Fan Zhongxu looked relieved.

During this time, Lin Yi spent every day playing mahjong with his sisters-in-law, living a carefree and leisurely life.

But Fan Zhongxu was in a real bind.

The people from Nanjing are really too difficult to deal with.

Just yesterday, they even subtly hinted that if Lin Yi didn't show up, they would really have to be ruthless.

"Thanks a lot."

Lin Yi shook hands with Fan Zhong, then told him some bad news: "But Lao Fan, you'll have to hold on for a while longer. I have a ship ticket to the United States the day after tomorrow."

Fan Zhongxu: "..."

After a moment of silence, Fan Zhongxu couldn't help but become a little anxious: "Chairman Lin, this matter can't be delayed any longer."

"The other side is already in a hurry; they've only seized two of our boats so far."

"If we don't get a clear answer soon, the metallurgical plant will really be shut down."

"I went to the United States to resolve this matter."

Lin Yi finally laid his cards on the table.

He looked at Fan Zhongxu with a smile: "Have you ever heard of the term 'exporting to the domestic market'?"

Fan Zhongxu shook his head.

Over the years, he has mostly seen things related to imports.

It was only now that Yongli Alkali Plant has finally managed to cross the threshold of export.

As for the whole of China, there is actually a considerable amount of export business.

However, they are mostly exporting the most basic raw materials.

This is nothing to be proud of.

Raw materials are exported, and finished products are imported.

The profits that foreign businesses took away from him were heartbreaking for people like him who were in the real economy.

Lin Yi wasn't interested in keeping them in suspense and explained, "Specifically regarding Feng Hua, I will register a company in the United States and then take over the shares of the domestic company through the US company."

"From that day forward, our company became an American enterprise."

"With this layer of protection, Nanjing will be hesitant to act rashly."

"This is what I mean by exporting to the domestic market."

After listening to Lin Yi's explanation, Fan Zhongxu quickly understood the reasoning behind it.

However, he did not show any signs of ecstasy.

Instead, he frowned and said, "Chairman Lin, becoming an American company will indeed make Jinling hesitant to act rashly, but wouldn't we still have to pay taxes to the American government?"

"Moreover, what will people in our country think of us if this news gets out?"

When this was mentioned, Fan Zhongxu's tone became a little anxious.

He was determined to revitalize the national industry.

After all that trouble, it ended up becoming an American industry.

At that time, the reputation of our own national industrialists will probably be tarnished as compradors of foreign capital!

"Standing, sitting, or lying down, it's up to them."

"As for paying taxes to the US government... Don't worry, why would a company that's consistently losing money pay profits tax?"

Lin Yi didn't care about his reputation.

It doesn't matter if people call him a comprador.

As for the continued losses, that's simple.

As long as he continues his expansion, he can continue to lose money for a hundred years.

But what they gained in return was a real increase in asset value.

Moreover, it involves cross-border business, and even with the information capabilities of this era, the US government cannot figure out its true strength or weakness.

"Old Fan, don't have so many worries."

"Regardless of our identity, these industries have truly remained in China."

History will prove us right.

The last sentence is a bit long.

Fan Zhongxu was also deeply moved upon hearing this.

He cursed himself for being foolish.

He's become so attached to appearances just for a little bit of fame.

"Alright, that's settled then. You can keep dragging it out, I'll start dealing with it once I get to the US."

"It should be completed in two months at most."

"it is good."

Having figured things out, Fan Zhongxu nodded, then raised another question: "Chairman Lin, holding a controlling stake through an American company is indeed a good approach."

"However, the Nanjing authorities are not entirely blind to the truth behind this."

"As you know, both Kong Yongzhi and Song Wenchang have deep connections in the United States."

"The Nanjing government and the US government also had frequent interactions."

"Once they use these connections, our strategy will likely be much less effective."

Hearing this, Lin Yi chuckled: "Don't worry, I have connections too."

Although the Pengust family is involved in economics.

However, in the United States, economics and politics are inseparable.

According to Tony's drunken confession, several members of the Missouri Congress received donations from the Pengust family.

Even the governor attends the Pengerster family dance every weekend.

However, Lin Yi did not intend to rely on this relationship.

As long as his company in the United States has enough reputation, his connections in Nanjing won't be able to shake him.

At this moment, Lin Yi offered a reassuring remark to Fan Zhongxu, without elaborating further.

He lifted his right foot and wiggled it, then pointed to his shoes and asked, "Old Fan, do you know what kind of shoes these are?"

At this moment, Lin Yi was wearing a pair of rubber shoes.

The design is so-so, but it's comfortable.

Fan Zhongxu looked down and recognized it at a glance.

"Are these Changyi's rubber shoes?"

"Yes, those are Changyi's rubber shoes."

Changyi Rubber Products Factory.

Currently the largest rubber manufacturing enterprise in China.

Changyi rubber shoes are one of their products.

It was also the first manufacturer in China to produce rubber shoes.

In addition, they also produce primary industrial products such as rain boots, raincoats, and rubber shoe soles.

This is Lin Yi's next target.

More accurately, this was his stepping stone into the rubber industry.

The three major strategic resources in modern times are steel, rubber, and petroleum.

Currently, Lin Yi has successfully entered the steel industry. He wants to build a large-scale military industry, and rubber and petroleum are of course indispensable.

Changyi Rubber Factory already possessed the technology to refine raw rubber.

Lin Yi plans to acquire it, first by upgrading the technology, and then by expanding production.

That's right, he finally received the system's reward again.

Two days ago, while I was on the ship, the system's reward came quite abruptly.

According to the system, this was because Fenghua Textile Equipment Factory had achieved an order for one hundred production lines.

Then, it successfully achieved the status of a national brand.

Lin Yi, the host, finally gained two more system analysis upgrades after the Feng Hua bicycle.

Thinking about it, it wasn't easy at all.

"While I'm in the US, find a way to take down Chang-yi."

"Ideally, we should buy it outright, or at least get a controlling stake."

Fan Zhongxu: "..."

"By the way, Lao Fan, Fenghua Metallurgical Plant is basically secured. Once I return from the US, it will be time for us to make our move."

"So, are you interested in increasing your shareholding?"

Lin Yi's topic shifted too quickly.

Fan Zhongxu paused for a moment before shaking his head with a wry smile: "Chairman Lin, even if I wanted to take more shares, I couldn't come up with that much money with your valuation of 200 million."

"No money is needed; you can exchange it for your shares in Wynn."

Lin Yi smiled and offered a suggestion.

Wynn is now renowned.

If he gains controlling interest, he will most likely receive a system reward.

Once we acquire Changyi Rubber Factory, in addition to upgrading the rubber refining technology, we can use the remaining system capabilities to develop products.

For example, tires.

The United States is a country that grows on cars.

As long as his tires are of high quality, he will have a cost advantage.

Earning money is a piece of cake...