Chapter Five Hundred and Sixty Second: Trading with Water Artesian
Zhou Chen naturally didn't like Shui Ziliu and Luo Shibin, and he never thought about having anything to do with them, and he regarded them as enemies in his heart.
But who stipulates that enemies cannot cooperate? If used well, enough benefits can be extracted from Shui Ziliu and Luo Shibin.
"Tell me how you want to discuss business with me. Make it clear in advance. If there are not enough benefits, there is no need to continue talking."
At this moment, he thought of a plan to attack Luo Shibin. Although Shui Ziliu and Luo Shibin would be arrested in the TV series, who knows whether his appearance will lead to accidents, so there are still some things that need to be mastered.
It feels more secure to have it in your own hands.
After hearing Zhou Chen's words, Shui Ziliu was relieved. He was not afraid of Zhou Chen being greedy, but he was afraid that Zhou Chen was not greedy. As long as Zhou Chen wanted benefits, they would have an opportunity.
"That's what I just said. We provide tickets and you pay. No matter how many tickets you want, as long as you have enough money, we can get them for you."
To run a business like theirs, the most important thing is stable customers. Although tickets are required to buy things nowadays, it does not mean that tickets are more valuable than money.
Money is always hard currency. If you have money but no tickets, you may not be able to buy some things, but if you have tickets but no money, it is even less likely to buy what you want.
The country has clear regulations. Tickets are not allowed to circulate in the market except when issued by the state. People who do not have tickets can only trade privately if they want to get them.
But in this special time, how many people dare to take risks and do this kind of thing? If they speculate, they will be jailed at the minimum. In serious cases, they may be shot directly.
Only people like Shui Ziliu and Luo Shibin, who have their heads in their belts, dare to engage in ticket scalping business so boldly.
It's just that their status is so poor that they have no access to big customers, so they can only hang out among the lower class people to earn some hard money.
Shui Ziliu came to Zhou Chen not only because Zhou Chen was rich, but also because of his identity.
Zhou Chen is the editor of a publishing house. Although he is not an official, he must be in more high-end circles than they are, and he must be in contact with more wealthy people than they know.
If they can connect with Zhou Chen and do business together in the future, their business will definitely grow bigger and bigger.
No one wants to stay at the bottom all the time, they also want to climb up, so from Shui Ziliu's point of view, Zhou Chen is a very important opportunity.
They had already targeted Zhou Chen, but for the sake of safety, they still planned for a long time before stopping Zhou Chen today.
Zhou Chen's eyes flickered a few times, and he said rather disdainfully: "You can have as much as I want. This is a bit exaggerated."
Shui Ziliu said very confidently: "Are you bragging? You will know when we have more contact."
They have been doing this kind of business for many years and naturally have their own way of doing things. But in the past, they were worried about being reported, so they kept a low profile and did not dare to mess around.
But if there is really a big business, they are not afraid to take risks. They didn't have much money before, but if they have enough funds, they still have ways to get a lot of tickets.
For many people, tickets are a good thing, but for some people, if the number of tickets is large, it is not really a good thing. If they can exchange them for cash, they will definitely be very happy.
willing.
"Okay, let's try trading a few times. How many votes do you have in hand now?"
Shui Ziliu's eyes flashed, and he immediately said: "We now have food stamps..., meat stamps..., industrial papers..."
The numbers of several types of tickets were reported in one go. This was not all they had in hand. Zhou Chen was testing them, and they were also testing Zhou Chen's strength.
Zhou Chen said without hesitation: "I'll take whatever you have in your hands."
"All of them?"
Shui Ziliu's expression was startled, and even Luo Shibin, who had just gotten up, was also surprised.
"Yes, I want them all."
Zhou Chen nodded, but then his expression changed and he asked: "Why, don't you think it was me who was making fun of you just now?"
Shui Ziliu was shocked. Not to mention, after what happened just now, if Zhou Chen's tone at this moment was a little more serious, he would be nervous.
"Of course we do, but do you have enough money?"
"You don't have to worry about this. If you want to trade, it will be at this time and at this place tomorrow night."
Shui Ziliu was not too happy. Instead, he looked at Zhou Chen warily and asked, "You don't know how to play any tricks, do you?"
Zhou Chen suddenly smiled disdainfully, "Do you think I will report you? What good will it do to me? Don't worry, I'm not that boring."
Shui Ziliu gritted his teeth and finally said: "Okay, it's settled, we'll be waiting for you here tomorrow night."
After the agreement was reached, Zhou Chen said nothing more and left on his bicycle again.
Watching Zhou Chen leave, Luo Shibin asked unhappily: "Brother Shui, do we really want to trade with him? What if he plays tricks on us and reports us?"
"Report? Does he have evidence?"
Shui Ziliu was not very worried about Zhou Chen's report. If they were so careful, their business would not be able to continue. How could they trade if everyone had to be on guard?
Besides, even if Zhou Chen reports, there must be evidence. Before absolute safety is ensured, if they don't trade with Zhou Chen, there will be no clues falling into Zhou Chen's hands.
Over the years, they have battled with law enforcement officers and have developed their own set of defense methods.
"Binzi, you should change your impulsive personality. If that kid really wanted to attack us just now, the two of us combined would not be his opponent."
This is also the reason why he is not worried about Zhou Chen reporting him. Zhou Chen can deal with both of them by himself. If he really wants to deal with them, why should he take the reporting route?
Luo Shibin looked dissatisfied: "I was caught off guard by him just now. If we really want to fight, he will definitely not be my opponent."
Shui Ziliu just smiled without revealing Luo Shibin's forced composure. Luo Shibin was so strong that he couldn't get up after being kicked for a long time. One can imagine how amazing Zhou Chen's strength was.
"Tomorrow night, we will call a few more people, just in case."
In a business like theirs, it is naturally impossible for them to be the only two people, but the others are just thugs, and the two of them are the core.
Shui Ziliu sighed: "Since the hadron disappeared, our business has become more and more difficult to do."
Tu Zhiqiang has the best relationship with them. Their business is doing well because Tu Zhiqiang provides them with a very safe environment.
In the past, many of their transactions were negotiated at Tu Zhiqiang's house, but since Tu Zhiqiang disappeared, they no longer have a safe house, and many people are unwilling to trade with them, so they had to think of other ideas, and finally approached Zhou
Chen.
"Come on, let's go back and get ready."
Zhou Chen returned home and lay on the bed, recalling the encounter with Shui Ziliu and Luo Shibin just now, a ruthless look flashed across his face.
It would be fine if he didn't meet him. Now that he had met him, Luo Shibin would definitely deal with it.
But before cleaning them up, you can also use the waste.
He was planning to get married on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year and was thinking about how to get enough meat, vegetables and food when these two people came to his door.
"Luo Shibin, although I can't kill you myself, you won't be able to bounce around for a few days."
Killing someone is still too far away for Zhou Chen. Even though he has gained strength and ability beyond ordinary people, he really doesn't want to do it yet.
It can also be said that he has not been forced to that level yet. If something life-threatening really happens, he feels that he will never be merciful then.
Zhou Chen went to work as usual the next day, but got off work early in the afternoon, and then took Li Suhua and Zheng Juan to the rented house.
After Li Suhua saw the house, she first blamed Zhou Chen for a few words, and then walked around the house with a face full of joy.
Since ancient times in China, houses have been the pursuit of the vast majority of people. Although this house is rented, it is indeed several times better than the house in the photo album.
After reading it, Li Suhua sighed quietly: "It would be great if this house belonged to our family."
It is true that Li Suhua has feelings for Guangzipian, but it is definitely not as deep as Zhou Zhigang. Zhou Zhigang built the Guangzipian house brick by brick. In Zhou Zhigang's eyes, that house is his roots.
But to Li Suhua, that house was very important, but if there was a better house and a better environment, she would be willing to move out of the house.
Unfortunately, this house is only for rent, not for purchase.
Hearing Li Suhua's emotion, Zhou Chen didn't say anything ambitious, and no matter how much he said, he never really delivered on it.
He has the ability to own a better house, but he won't say it easily until he gets it.
After looking at the house, Li Suhua returned to Guangzi Pian thoughtfully. After Zhou Chen sent Zheng Juan home, he went to the place agreed with Shui Ziliu as agreed.
When he arrived at the place, Zhou Chen found that Shui Ziliu and Luo Shibin had not appeared yet. He was not in a hurry and just waited quietly.
At a corner not far away, Luo Shibin hurried over and reported to the water standing in the corner.
"Brother Shui, I've observed carefully, that Zhou Bingkun did come alone."
Shui Ziliu nodded and said, "I have put the things away. Let's go over and meet him."
Hearing the footsteps, Zhou Chen turned his head and asked indifferently: "I can't tell, you are quite cautious."
Shui Ziliu walked up to Zhou Chen, stopped, and said with a smile: "After all, this is a shady business, so of course you have to be cautious."
Zhou Chen did not refute, just said: "I have brought the money, but we haven't talked about the transaction yesterday. For the amount I asked for yesterday, how much do you want to charge me?"
Shui Ziliu said: "For the first transaction, we will reduce it by 10% according to the black market price. I think we are sincere enough."
Zhou Chen shook his head: "Not enough."
When Luo Shibin heard this, his eyes widened. Thinking of what happened last night, his courage instantly weakened by more than half, and he didn't dare to say a word.
They don't care if the water flows by itself. They have accumulated a lot of coupons in their hands now. Their business was the best before the year before. After all, everyone needs to buy things during the New Year and the holidays.
But recently, the authorities have suddenly cracked down on the black market, so that the things in their hands cannot be disposed of in time. Now they need to dispose of them in time, otherwise the trouble will become bigger and bigger.
"Then tell me the number."
Zhou Chenshizi opened his mouth: "Half of the black market price."
"Zhou Bingkun, what the hell are you..."
Zhou Chen glanced at him fiercely, his fierce gaze made Luo Shibin's scalp numb, and he couldn't continue what he said next.
Shui Ziliu stopped Luo Shibin and said slowly: "Zhou Bingkun, it is true that we found you first, but if you think this will make the lion open your mouth, then we have no need to talk."
Zhou Chen shrugged and said: "If we don't have to talk, then let's not talk. I happen to be a little sleepy too and I have to go back to sleep now."
Shui Ziliu's face turned dark. He didn't expect Zhou Chen to be so disrespectful. He looked at Zhou Chen who got into the car again and was about to leave.
He gritted his teeth and said: "The maximum reduction is 30%. This is our bottom line. If you agree, we will trade now and it will be the same price in the future. If you don't agree, then forget it."
"make a deal."
Zhou Chen agreed so straightforwardly, which made Shui Ziliu's face darker. He felt that he had been completely fooled by Zhou Chen.
Of course, anger is anger, but even if it is reduced by 30%, he still makes some money, but it is much less.
"Here's the money, where are the things?"
After calculating the price, Zhou Chen took out the money and asked Shui Ziliu.
Seeing the money in Zhou Chen's hand, Luo Shibin's eyes shone, and he couldn't help but look at Shui Ziliu.
Shui Ziliu said calmly: "We have put the things away, you come with us."
Luo Shibin took Zhou Chen to a corner, then dug out a small bag and handed it to Zhou Chen.
"Pay with one hand and deliver with the other hand."
Zhou Chen looked at the food stamps, meat stamps, etc. in the bag and happily handed over the money to them.
After Luo Shibin handed the things to Zhou Chen, he happily borrowed the money and started counting.
It didn't take long for both parties to order the quantities.
Shui Ziliu had a smile on his face. Although they made less money on this trip, the quantity was large, so they still made some money.
"Zhou Bingkun, it's a pleasure to cooperate with you. If you still want tickets in the future, you can come to us directly, but you will have to change places in the future."
This was exactly what Zhou Chen wanted, but he didn't show anything on the surface. He just said calmly: "Let's talk about the future matters later."
After saying that, Zhou Chen ignored them and left directly. He was sure that Shui Ziliu and Luo Shibin would look for him in the future, and there was no need for him to look for them at all.
Luo Shibin counted the money again. After counting, he exclaimed: "Damn it, Brother Shui, this guy is really rich. What kind of publishing house are you talking about? Does it have a high salary?"
Shui Ziliu was not as greedy as Luo Shibin, and said calmly: "It has nothing to do with us whether his salary is high or not. For us, as long as we can make money from him, it is enough."
"Then shall we look for him again in the future?" Luo Shibin asked.
Shui Ziliu thought for a while and said: "For the sake of safety, don't look for him again in the near future. Come to him again after you are sure that he is okay."
"Okay, Brother Shui, we have this money, we can live well this year, and we will go to the black market to buy some good wine later."
"It's okay to buy wine and groceries, but you still have to keep a low profile."
"Don't worry, Brother Shui, don't worry when I do things."
Shui Ziliu silently took out a cigarette and put it to his mouth. Luo Shibin quickly took out a match and lit it.