Reborn in 2014: A One-Man Tycoon

Meng Chuan picked up the photo and looked at the person in it carefully.

The vast majority are young people.

In the scientific field, especially in the aerospace field, there is a great need for highly skilled personnel.

It's normal for the population to be younger.

The people in the photo are all wearing matching blue overalls, standing in front of a giant spacecraft model, exuding youthful energy.

Meng Chuan's gaze swept across the front row, where Lin Zhou stood in the very center.

The eyes behind the gold-rimmed glasses appeared exceptionally bright under the camera lens.

Behind him, a woman with a ponytail was tilting her head slightly.

Moreover, his body clearly leaned closer to Lin Zhou.

Meng Chuan observed keenly that the relationship between this girl and Lin Zhou was definitely not ordinary.

"I'll keep the photos for now."

Meng Chuan stuffed the photo into his shirt pocket, his tone softening as he looked up:

"There's no rush to choose a candidate. Mr. Lin, go back and wait for news. I'll talk to Elder Huang. We can discuss the number of people and the timing later."

A barely perceptible glint flashed in Lin Zhou's eyes, and he then stood up and nodded:

"Then I won't bother you any longer, Mr. Meng."

As he packed his folders, his fingertips paused briefly on the edge of the bag.

As if he wanted to say something, he ultimately just smiled:

"I'm ready to answer your call anytime."

Meng Chuan had a feeling that Lin Zhou was no ordinary person.

He seemed to have something he wanted to say to himself.

However, he seemed to be holding something back, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

As Liu Qian saw Lin Zhou off, Meng Chuan had already taken out his phone and called Zhan Yi.

Although Zhan Yi was in the United States, he could still easily handle anything Meng Chuan needed him to do.

"Check the people in the photo for me. I've already sent you the photo."

The moment the call connected, Meng Chuan spoke immediately:

"They're all from the aerospace sector; the more details, the better."

Meng Chuan did not explain further.

But Zhan Yi already knew what to do.

After hanging up the phone, Meng Chuan sat quietly in the living room.

The clock ticked away.

The sunlight outside the window had climbed high, shining on the glass on the coffee table, making one dizzy.

No one knew what he was thinking.

"What's wrong? Cooperating with relevant national departments is a good thing!"

After seeing Lin Zhou off, Liu Qian came in and saw Meng Chuan looking dazed, and suddenly felt a pang of heartache.

But she couldn't help.

There was nothing they could do to persuade Meng Chuan.

According to Liu Qian, Meng Chuan had absolutely no need to bother with anything related to Mars.

But since Meng Chuan had made his choice, she couldn't keep discouraging him.

Even if she doesn't support it, she can't try to dissuade people from leaving.

"It's a good thing, but there are still some constraints."

Meng Chuan sighed.

Meng Chuan's initial idea was to establish a real Green Gang on Mars.

A completely free society, one that doesn't need to live in the shadows like the Green Gang.

With other countries now involved, this idea is definitely going to fail.

Just as they were talking, Meng Chuan's phone suddenly vibrated a few minutes later.

It was Zhan Yi's call. Meng Chuan was somewhat surprised; Zhan Yi's efficiency was beyond his expectations.

Zhan Yi's voice was deeper than usual:

"Master, we've found out. Lin Zhou... is a member of the Green Gang."

Meng Chuan tightened his grip on his phone, but didn't say anything.

However, Liu Qian could clearly see that Meng Chuan's pupils contracted.

“His grandfather’s name was Lin Hong. He was the head of the Green Gang’s secret branch in his early years. He was assassinated at the dock twenty years ago. His father was also there at the time. Neither father nor son survived.”

Zhan Yi paused, as if flipping through documents:

"Lin Zhou was only five years old at the time. It was Fifth Master who personally ordered him to be sent back to his relatives' home in China."

"He joined the army at the age of eighteen, served in a reconnaissance company for three years, and after being discharged, he took the entrance exam for an aerospace university. After graduation, he joined the space agency. He is said to be a very accurate marksman, but he is really bad at traditional martial arts, as he has never practiced them since childhood."

Zhan Yi continued:

"Ever since he joined the army, Fifth Master has demanded that all of his records be deleted and that everyone be cut off from contacting him. He was afraid that it would affect his political background check."

Meng Chuan leaned back on the sofa, gazing at the chandelier on the ceiling.

The Green Gang's secret branch has always been the organization in charge of "intelligence" within the Green Gang.

No wonder Lin Zhou has calluses on his hands; he came from a reconnaissance company. How could calluses from holding a gun be the same as those from holding a pen?

"What about the rest?"

Meng Chuan pressed for an answer.

"Everyone else has a clean record, but the girl next to Lin Zhou is also a member of the Green Gang."

Zhan Yi continued:

"Her name is Wei Ping. She was Elder Wei of the Green Gang's Battle Hall back then, and she was closest to Lin Hong back then. The two families were old friends."

“Wei Ping also lost her parents at a young age, and she returned to China with Lin Zhou.”

"But they didn't have any contact after returning to China. However, they both went to the aerospace university and joined the aerospace department together, so now... they should be lovers. But they haven't gone public with it, probably because of their work."

Meng Chuan suddenly laughed.

No wonder Lin Zhou handed over that photo.

No wonder he said, "If President Meng recognizes anyone, he can give him priority in choosing them."

This isn't about letting him choose his people; it's about him submitting a pledge of allegiance.

Lin Zhou knew about Meng Chuan's past relationship with the Green Gang, knew that Wei Ping's identity would put him at ease, and even calculated that Meng Chuan would not refuse someone "one of his own".

"That kid's clever."

Meng Chuan was freed from his previous gloom.

In a way, while Meng Chuan was wary of him, he was also testing Meng Chuan.

Now that they know he is a descendant of the Green Gang, they have taken the initiative to show goodwill towards Meng Chuan.

Meng Chuan felt much more relaxed.

"Zhan Yi, go and negotiate with the aerospace department. We'll choose them as the candidates."

As Meng Chuan spoke, he added:

"However, we must not be overly cautious. We must not let them know that we are transporting open-fire weapons for the time being."

Although both of them had past ties with the Green Gang.

But after all, he had been away from the Green Gang for so long.

Meng Chuan wasn't sure whether they were still loyal to the Green Gang.

"Understood, I will test them."

Zhan Yi responded and was about to hang up when Meng Chuan added:

"Also, we need to arrange for the delivery of weapons as soon as possible."

"it is good."

Zhan Yi said solemnly.

After hanging up the phone, Liu Qian looked at Meng Chuan with some concern.

Although she didn't know what Zhan Yi said.

But what Meng Chuan said worried her.

"What's wrong? Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

Meng Chuan patted Liu Qian's hand to comfort her.

"Okay, I believe you."

Liu Qian ultimately did not voice her concerns.

She was just a little woman.

She was unaware of Meng Chuan's thoughts and plans.

However, she could vaguely sense that Meng Chuan was wary of the country.

This behavior is dangerous and can easily cross the line.

But she still chose to believe Meng Chuan.

After all, Meng Chuan had never disappointed her.

Moreover, she knew that Meng Chuan was an ambitious person who couldn't stand being alone.

Before Meng Chuan kicked Elonma out, although Meng Chuan stayed by her side every day, she could clearly sense that Meng Chuan was sullen.

Although the rocket company incident has caused quite a stir, Meng Chuan is clearly living with more motivation and purpose.

"By the way, Dad said he hasn't seen Meng Zhili in a long time..."

"I'll have him come back tomorrow."