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Lu Yike nodded, her eyes shining with determination: "Mom, I understand. I will adjust my mindset. I believe that justice will always prevail over evil."
. . . . . .
Meanwhile, at Hantong Provincial International Airport, inside Terminal A1.
Holding her plane ticket and passport, Zhao Xiaohui prepared to leave Handong and head to Hong Kong Island to see Liu Sheng.
"Ruilong, your second sister is gone. You need to get rid of that food court of yours quickly."
Zhao Ruilong was stunned for a moment: "Second sister. Isn't Liu Xinjian dead? They can't find my information."
Zhao Xiaohui's expression suddenly changed, and she roared, "This is an order, do you hear me?"
Zhao Ruilong nodded obsequiously, "Okay, Second Sister."
"Ruilong is just a small food court; let's abandon it to save the king."
"Dad said you should deal with the food court as soon as possible. Otherwise, you should just transfer ownership and sell it."
Zhao Xiaohui made a startling remark, her expression dismissive: "You're supposed to be a son of a high-ranking official, can't you put some effort into it? Don't do business that's beneath you."
"Yes, yes. Second Sister." Zhao Ruilong was always genuinely afraid of his second sister.
“Sell the food court and transfer all the shares of Shanshui Group to Gao Xiaoqin.”
"Handong has now become a place where various forces from the central government have made their moves."
“Ruilong, this place is a powder keg. You need to deal with the aftermath quickly and find a chance to leave and lay low.”
Zhao Xiaohui changed the subject and said in a deep voice, "I also have some breaking news to tell you: the Zhong family has been completely defeated by the central government and the imperial court."
"Zhong Zhengqian has now been demoted to Handong and is serving as the chief prosecutor of the Handong Provincial Procuratorate."
Zhao Ruilong was very surprised: "Zhong Zhengqian? So he's one of the six ministers."
"That's right, so Ruilong. This is a life-or-death struggle." Zhao Xiaohui hit the nail on the head.
107. Zhao Ruilong sold the food court, and Gao Mingyuan took over.
107. Zhao Ruilong sold the food court, and Gao Mingyuan took over.
An announcement rang out at Hantong International Airport.
[Dear passengers, this is AF8269. We are about to depart. Please proceed to gate D22 for boarding.]
Passengers who have not yet checked in their luggage, please proceed to the check-in counter as soon as possible to complete the check-in process.
[Dear passengers, this is AF8269. We are about to depart. Please proceed to gate D22 for boarding.]
Passengers who have not yet checked in their luggage, please proceed to the check-in counter as soon as possible to complete the check-in process.
Zhao Xiaohui put on sunglasses, slowly stood up, and held her phone in her right hand: "Ruilong, I'm boarding now. Remember, don't hesitate."
"After selling Luzhou Food City, don't go back to Jingzhou. Leave from Luzhou; someone will pick you up at Luzhou Airport."
Zhao Ruilong said in a deep voice, "Okay, Second Sister. I'll listen to you."
After hanging up the phone, Zhao Xiaohui turned off her phone and pulled her suitcase toward gate D22.
Her trip to Handong was to help her father, Zhao Lichun, get rid of Liu Xinjian, his trusted confidant and a major "510" spy.
Liu Xinjian knew too much, yet he was unwilling to go to Africa to mine gold. He had no choice but to let her handle it urgently.
She married into a family in eastern Guangdong, whose influence in the province was immense.
Approaching the boarding gate, Zhao Xiaohui took out her passport and ticket, passed through security, and boarded flight AF8269.
Twenty minutes later, an Airbus A380 passenger plane sped into the sky.
. . . . . .
Meanwhile, on Zhao Ruilong's side, after hanging up the phone...
He immediately called Gao Feng, the general manager of Huilong Group.
Zhao Ruilong got straight to the point: "President Gao, it's me, Zhao Ruilong."
Gao Feng, the general manager of Huilong Group, was immediately startled: "Chairman Zhao, what are your instructions?"
Zhao Ruilong stated in a deep voice, "Here's the thing, I've made a decision after careful consideration. We're selling the Luzhou Food City. Can you help me contact potential buyers now?"
Gao Feng asked with some doubt, "Chairman Zhao, Luzhou Food City is your treasure trove, the source of your first pot of gold."
"I know, I'm planning to venture into other high-tech industries. For example... new energy and drones." Zhao Ruilong thought for a moment and made up an excuse.
Gao Feng seemed thoughtful: "I understand, Chairman Zhao. Should we tell Sister Xiao Hui?"
Zhao Ruilong was immediately annoyed: "It was my second sister who made me sell it. Don't you understand?"
Gao Feng suddenly realized: "I understand, Chairman Zhao, please don't be angry."
Zhao Ruilong gave two instructions: "By the way, the prices in the food court. The minimum should not be less than one hundred million."
After hanging up the phone, Gao Feng thought for a moment. He took out his second phone, opened it, clicked on the contacts, and found Gao Mingyuan's name.
"Brother, Zhao Ruilong wants to sell Luzhou Food City."
Gao Mingyuan was taken aback, a look of suspicion on his face: "Why would this Young Master Zhao suddenly think of selling a food court?"
It turns out that General Manager Gao Feng is Gao Mingyuan's cousin; they are from the same village and are related.
Gao Mingyuan made a special arrangement for Gao Feng to pursue an MBA and enter Huilong Group with a Master of Business Administration degree.
He rose through the ranks step by step, eventually becoming the general manager of Huilong Group.
Gao Feng thought for a moment and replied in a deep voice, "According to Zhao Ruilong, it was his second sister who asked him to sell the food court."
Gao Mingyuan immediately became interested: "How much? How much does Zhao Ruilong want?"
He dreamed of getting involved with Zhao Ruilong and his sister.
Gao Feng slowly recounted: "Brother, Zhao Ruilong said that the minimum is no less than one hundred million."
Gao Mingyuan gasped; this price was not cheap.
But the thought of being able to establish a connection with former provincial party secretary Zhao Lichun came as a shock.
Gritting his teeth, Gao Mingyuan said in a deep voice, "Fine, I'll take it. Tell Zhao Ruilong that I, Gao Mingyuan, want his Luzhou Food City."
After hanging up the phone, Gao Mingyuan sat on the sofa, a cold smile playing on his lips.
Zhao Lichun has now been promoted and is reaping the benefits.
It's important to know that Zhao Lichun has been operating in Handong for thirty years and possesses a vast network of connections.
Gao Mingyuan also knew that Gao Yuliang, the current deputy secretary of the provincial party committee, was promoted by Zhao Lichun.
If I can establish a connection with Zhao Lichun, my future path will be much easier.
Moreover, Luzhou Food City is a treasure trove.
If we can succeed, it will be extremely profitable.
Thinking of this, Gao Mingyuan picked up his phone and made a call.
"Hey, Lao Huang. This is Gao Mingyuan. You're familiar with Luzhou. Help me find out why Zhao Ruilong is selling the food court."
A man's voice came from the other end of the phone: "Mr. Gao, please wait a moment. I'll inquire for you within 24 hours."
Gao Mingyuan nodded: "Okay, give me an answer as soon as possible."
After hanging up the phone, Gao Mingyuan lit a cigar and took a deep drag.
He squinted, the image of Zhao Ruilong appearing in his mind.
As long as I can establish a connection with Zhao Lichun's son, I can do whatever I want in Handong Province.
. . . . . .
On the other end, after Zhao Ruilong hung up the phone...
He sat on the sofa, lit a cigarette, and fell into deep thought.
He had no choice but to sell Luzhou Food City.
Father Zhao Lichun personally gave the order to his second sister.
I must leave Handong Province as soon as possible to avoid trouble.
Moreover, Liu Xinjian has already been dealt with.
. . .
Zhao Ruilong took a deep breath and exhaled a smoke ring.
He picked up his phone and dialed his second sister, Zhao Xiaohui's number.
However, all that came from the other end of the phone was a cold, mechanical voice: "Sorry, the number you dialed is currently switched off."
Zhao Ruilong reluctantly put down his phone. He knew that his second sister had already left Handong Province.
It's very likely that my second sister has already boarded the plane.
Zhao Ruilong immediately ran back to his bedroom to get his suitcase and began packing his clothes, pants, socks, and shoes.
"Chengdu, come here right now. Take me to Luzhou in a police car... no, in a jeep."
Zhao Ruilong suddenly remembered that he was short a driver. He quickly called his henchman.
The next day, early in the morning.
Gao Feng, the general manager of Huilong Group, called Zhao Ruilong and told him that a buyer had been found.
Luzhou, inside the International Hotel.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Ruilong perked up and quickly asked, "Oh? Who is it?"
Gao Feng replied on the other end of the phone: "It's Gao Mingyuan, chairman of Changteng Capital in Green Vine City."
Zhao Ruilong's heart stirred. He had naturally heard of the name Gao Mingyuan; he was considered a prominent figure in Green Vine City.
However, Zhao Ruilong did not agree immediately. Instead, he pondered for a moment and said, "Okay, I understand. Tell Gao Mingyuan that I will go over to talk to him this afternoon."
After hanging up the phone, Zhao Ruilong sat on the high-end sofa, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest.
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