After the end of World War I, American businesses expanded aggressively to the Far East. In Binjiang alone, there were more than 40 American businesses involved in electrical, metallurgy, automobile assembly, gold mining, coal mining, forestry, wood processing and other industries.
Most of these companies have business relationships with Citibank. Thanks to this, Citibank is in good operating condition, with average annual deposits of 14 million yuan and loans of 10 million yuan, ranking among the best in the Northeast's financial industry.
As its business scope expanded, Citibank used debt relationships to participate in the operation of entities, such as Songhuajiang Flour Company, Ash River Sugar Factory, etc.
In the past two years, competition among peers has been fierce, and Citibank has begun to decline gradually.
The American Credit Bank, the British Standard Chartered Bank, and the French Commercial Bank successively opened in Binjiang, squeezing out Citibank's dominant financial position.
Citibank holds receptions to build good relationships with customers.
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The reception was held in the banquet hall of Madier Hotel.
At seven o'clock in the evening.
Well-dressed guests arrived one after another.
The reception will be a buffet style, with a variety of drinks, cold cuts and fruits.
The representative of the bank's board of directors delivered a speech.
Azalea's radiant figure, her aqua cheongsam with a high slit, and her fashionable wavy hairstyle have a soul-stirring charm in her every move.
The men's eyes were involuntarily attracted to him. On the surface, he looked calm and composed, full of benevolence and morality, and looked like a courteous gentleman. However, he had seventeen or eight knots in his belly.
Du Juan held Qi Yue in her arms and sighed: "Sometimes, I often think that if men were the same, it would save a lot of unnecessary troubles for people like me. However, God does not grant his wish, and some people are mediocre.
Although mediocre and disgusting in appearance, some people are outstanding and pleasing to the eye. Sadly, those with disgusting appearance make me feel worried, and those who are outstanding do not ask for anything."
Qi Yue thought for a while: "Let me ask you a question, where does the trouble come from?"
Du Juan said: "Desire."
Qi Yue said: "Many people think it is desire, but I don't think it is completely right."
Du Juan looked at him: "Then tell me, where does the trouble come from?"
Qi Yue said: "I care too much about the process."
Du Juan was stunned for a while and murmured: "I care too much about the process..."
Qi Yue said: "The process is important, but in the end what matters is the result."
The cuckoo was thoughtful.
Qi Yue handed her a glass of champagne.
A middle-aged man with blond hair and blue eyes came over.
Dujuan greeted: "Hello, Smith."
Smith frowned and said in blunt Chinese: "Dear Miss Du, please answer me honestly, why do I see a completely different beauty every time I see you."
Du Juan smiled and said, "Maybe you should get a new pair of glasses."
Smith laughed and hugged Dujuan warmly.
Du Juan said: "Let me introduce to you, this is Officer Qi Yue from the Police Department, and this is Mr. Smith, the business manager of Citibank."
Smith shook hands with Qi Yue and said in a serious tone: "Just now I was thinking about the guy who was with Miss Du. I must beat him up when I get the chance. Oh, please forgive me. Jealousy has made me lose my temper."
Reasonable. However, I have changed my mind now - I don’t want to apply for extraterritoriality because of a fight!”
Qi Yue said: "Maybe we can have a duel to see who has the better drinking capacity."
Smith nodded seriously: "I very much agree with your suggestion!"
The two laughed and clinked their wine glasses.
"You two, excuse me."
Dujuan walked to the bathroom.
Qi Yue asked: "Mr. Smith, I heard that your bank's storage business is not limited to ordinary banknotes, but also includes other valuable commodities. Is that true?"
Smith said: "Yes. Citibank is based in the United States and serves the world. It is a reputable multinational bank. Gold, silver, jewelry, bonds, luxury watches, antiques, calligraphy and paintings, etc., can be deposited in the bank legally, and the interest guarantee is
The best in the industry. If it involves large deposits, the interest can be discussed in detail. What, does Officer Qi have such needs?"
Qi Yue said: "One of my superiors asked me to inquire about the relevant situation."
Smith smiled knowingly and nodded.
Qi Yue asked again: "Can I remain anonymous? Oh, you know, as a government official, it will be very inconvenient when it comes to money."
"Of course, no problem. Citibank strictly abides by financial industry confidentiality regulations and will not disclose customer information under any circumstances. If a deposit exceeds one thousand yuan, I will personally receive it and truly maintain one-to-one confidentiality. For example, from
From this moment on, no third party will know what we are talking about. This is my phone number, please feel free to contact me if you need it."
Smith handed Qi Yue a business card.
Qi Yue said: "I will, thank you very much."
After a while, the cuckoo left and came back.
She praised and said: "Mrs. Rong takes good care of herself. She is in her thirties, but she looks like a girl of seventeen or eighteen years old..."
Qi Yue followed her gaze and looked over.
A charming woman just came in and greeted an acquaintance in a cooing voice.
The orchestra played melodious music.
"Miss Du, can I ask you to dance?"
Smith gracefully made a gesture of invitation.
Dujuan smiled and said, "It's a great honor."
The two danced gracefully and entered the dance floor.
Qi Yue stood alone for a while and slowly walked towards the third concubine.
The third aunt's eyes were wandering and she was looking around aimlessly - a common characteristic of love-minded men and women, they would never let go of any opportunity to hunt for women.
The waiter walked by carrying a tray.
The third aunt reached for the wine glass on the tray.
Qi Yue also went to get the same glass of wine.
The two looked at each other, and Qi Yue smiled slightly: "Madam, please go first."
"Thanks."
The third aunt's heart was beating fast.
The first glance between a man and a woman can more or less reveal each other's intentions.
Especially that almost ambiguous look.
Obviously, the third aunt felt the "ambiguity" of this handsome boy.
The third aunt was born as an actress.
When he was young, he traveled around with the troupe, and he was also a person who had seen the world.
Singing "The Peony Pavilion" too much will inevitably arouse the lovesickness in my heart. Over the years, my third aunt has had quite a few friendships, both overt and covert.
Later, I married Rong Feng. Due to his status, he did not dare to act recklessly. In addition, he was older, so he became more restrained.
An Guojun left the city to suppress bandits, and it had been more than two months since Rongfeng left. The third aunt couldn't bear the loneliness. When she heard that Citibank was holding a reception to celebrate its 20th anniversary, she couldn't wait to come over to join in the fun.
On the one hand, I am joining in the fun, but on the other hand, I am also trying to attract bees and butterflies.