Money and power are like twins.

As the saying goes, the times make heroes, and since the great changes of ten years ago, the oligarchy, which controls the vast wealth, has become the main voice in the political life of the Russian state.

Gurnov is one of the most prestigious oligarchs, he leads the Russian Federal Agrarian and Industrial Bank, which is the fifth largest bank in Russia, and the Moscow Food Company, which is controlled by the bank, is the second largest grain crop importer in the Russian Federation, and he also has a stake in the St. Petersburg Food Company, the largest grain import and export company in the Russian Federation.

The bald man is Petrovich, the head of the largest gang, the Tyre Gang, the largest gang in southern Moscow, and Gurnov's right-hand man.

Andrei said on the phone that this Gurnov is one of the most powerful men in the federation, and even went to prison for trying to prevent the current federal president from coming to power. But soon he was released on medical parole. Although he is now living in a simple and low-key manner, those who are really familiar with the power structure of this country know that he still holds the food pockets of the Russians, so as long as he does not do anything out of the ordinary, even Mr. President will not dare to do anything to him within the framework of the Constitution.

What does this old bastard mean when he wants to see me?

Li Muye understood after a little pondering, his peers were enemies, and it seemed that he had touched someone else's cake.

Petrovich came to the door to invite it was more polite, and when he was grooming and preparing, Lao Cui introduced that Gurnov had an aluminum mine in his hands, which was managed by the Tire Gang. If anyone dares to challenge his authority, a gang of tyres is sent to arrest that person in the mine and stuff him into the tires of a huge construction truck. The victims were either suffocated or squeezed to death. Hence the terrifying name of the Tyre Gang.

Lao Cui wanted to go with him, but Li Muye refused.

"You have a wife and children, and you have more responsibilities than me. ”

Lao Cui still wanted to insist, but Li Muye held him down and said: "If he wants to deal with me, do you think you will be useful if you have one more?" Petrovich came to invite me alone, indicating that he does not intend to commit a black hand on me at least for the time being, I think this is related to my godsister and brother-in-law, or it may be that he thinks that I am useful, in short, this matter is not solved by strength, and it will be useless if you go. ”

Lao Cui was deeply moved and said: "Boss, you are good enough for us, I am willing to give my life for you, and I believe that my wife is also willing to accept me doing this." ”

Li Muye said: "Counting your wife's belly, are your three children ready to lose their father?"

Lao Cui was silent, bowing his head and being silent, clenching his fists tightly.

Li Muye continued: "You are a great fighter, I am honored to meet you and be friends with you, my Russian brother, listen to me, believe that I will return safely, and drink wonderful vodka with you again." ”

"Boss, if they dare to treat you badly, I will definitely avenge you after settling down my family!" Lao Cui said solemnly.

Li Muye was a little moved, this Russian buddy is so real and cute. Raising his hand, he grabbed his unkempt curls and said, "Good brother, I fully believe that you will do this, but if something happens to me, I don't want you to do it, because it is not your specialty, but you can help me contact a person who not only has the ability to save me, but also has the ability to avenge me." As he spoke, he handed him Chen Binghui's contact information, and instructed: "This phone call cannot be easily made, and it must be made when I am sure that I am in danger." ”

Lao Cui put the card away and asked, "Do I want to contact Miss Jin first, those people under her are quite capable." ”

Li Muye nodded and said, "Tell her Petrovic's car number, and it's up to her to do what she wants." ”

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At noon, at the Gurnov Manor, Li Muye dressed neatly, handed over a bottle of valuable wine to the butler, and followed Petrovich into the main building of the manor, an ancient castle built in the Middle Ages.

Gurnov looked much younger than his actual age, tall, slightly thin figure, thick black hair, sharp eyes, and a huge hooked nose that stood out, according to Lu Yuan, people with this kind of face were particularly controlling. He wore a spotless snow-white suit, stood at the huge dining table and nodded slightly to Li Muye. In a deep northern accent, he said, "Welcome, my Chinese boy friend, thank you for the wine, but I prefer whiskey." ”

There were no other guests, only a chair was placed in front of Gurnov, and Li Muye sat down without hesitation.

"My principle in business is to make the right deal with the right person at the right time and get my fair share. Gurnov elegantly raised his glass, took a sip, and continued: "There is nothing in this world that cannot be traded, and I will never interfere in other people's business, so you do your intelligence business, I do my grain trade, and then you make a lot of money, and I accumulate a lot, do you understand what I mean? ”

"I agree with you. Li Muye said: "So I'm doing what I like to do." ”

"Looks like you haven't understood yet. "This year Pesker's grain production has increased by a third, which is insignificant in the whole federation, but it is enough to make Mr. President think that Russia can be self-sufficient, as long as you can lease and sell land to you damned Chinese, or professional farmers from somewhere else." ”

After a pause, he emphatically said, "Everyone needs to live, and if this phenomenon spreads, it will threaten my right to live." ”

Li Muye said: "I think I can probably understand what you mean." ”

"I must admit that I have respect for Director Timov, which is why I chose to talk to you in this way, and if what I just said makes you understand something, I hope to be able to confirm it from you personally," Gurnov said. ”

Li Muye said: "The grain business is not enough for you to make a lot of money, but it can allow you to live here with peace of mind and enjoy life." ”

"Good. Gurnov nodded with satisfaction and said, "It seems that you really understand what I mean, then we can have a more in-depth discussion under this principle." He gestured, and Petrovich walked in with a tray. "Foie gras, the best French chef in my estate, tastes so authentic that only guests I think are worthy of it have the opportunity to taste it," Gurnov said. ”

Li Muye tasted it, the taste was strong, but the taste was slightly single. Pushing the plate aside, he smiled, "The taste can only be considered decent, but I still want to thank you for your hospitality." And he added, "I am more concerned about the subject you want to discuss with me than the taste of your French chef's craft." ”

Gurnov said: "What an impatient young man. He took a sip of foie gras and a sip of wine, and then went on unhurriedly: "You have done something very successfully in the field of agriculture and animal husbandry, and even attracted the attention of the officials of the interior, who had been pushing for it until then, but no one dared to take over, and it was as successful as you, even I think you are an extraordinary young man." ”

Li Muye heard the strings and said, "Mr. Gurnov is also interested in my farm business?"

"Very interested. "If you want, I want to be able to buy this business from you." ”

Li Muye said: "Buy my business, it seems that you have prepared everything?"

"There are many ways I could have done to make your farm go for nothing," said Gurnov, "but in the end I decided to settle the conflict between you and me in such a gentle way, so, young man, I hope you will understand that although I have only invited you here, it seems that nothing has been done, but I have actually made a great concession." ”

Is this really what he said? Li Muye has long been accustomed to Lao Maozi's greed and arrogance, and he is full of slander in his heart.

"I also hope you understand that if I accept your terms, it means that my team's previous efforts will be lost halfway, which is not only a loss of money, but also a loss of the team's centripetal force if it is not handled well. Li Muye said: "I want to give an explanation to everyone, including the Timov couple who have provided me with a lot of help, you know, he has high hopes for my farm project." ”

Gurnov lowered his head and was silent for a while, then suddenly he sneered, raised his head sharply, stared at Li Muye with eagle-like eyes, and said: "I don't like the taste of rejection, a long time ago, when I was a boy your age, in the army, my commander refused to approve my request for leave, and three months later, he died drunk in the Moscow River, everyone said it was an accident, but only God and I know how he fell into the river." ”

It's a naked threat. Li Muye was able to sense Gurnov's aura and determination. But this was not enough to make Li Muye immediately give in and agree to his request. As Gurnov himself said, the farmstead business is not about the size, but about the role of successful pilots in improving the food security of the federal government. At the same time, it will reduce the federal government's dependence on the Agribank's grain import channels.

If Gurnov takes away the farmer's farm business, he will take away the fruits of this successful pilot, and if the federal government continues to expand this business to increase food production, he will do the same, and then buy the low-rent land from other agricultural companies. His purpose is to use this means to jam the neck of the Federation, Li Muye has a background at the top of the government, if he can't withstand his pressure, it is conceivable that once the news spreads, other agricultural investors will also be held back.

"You can do what you want, I do what I want. Li Muye said strongly: "If it is under fair conditions, of course I would prefer to make a friend, but this does not mean that I will accept any ridiculous and shameful conditions for fear of making enemies!"

There was a crisp sound outside, it was supposed to be gunshots, but it was so far away that it could almost be said to be imperceptible.

After a while, Petrovich hurried in and whispered a few words in Gurnov's ear.

"No, no, no, my child, I am afraid you have misunderstood my determination and sincerity in making this business happen. Gurnov seemed to be affected, and actually changed his tone and said: "Money is no longer so attractive to me now, and if it can satisfy you, I don't mind showing the greatest sincerity." ”

Li Muye said: "As you said before, there may be nothing in this world that cannot be traded. "There is a correlation between the gunfire outside and the change in Gurnov's attitude. The point is not who wins, the gunfire is also an attitude, and Gurnov couldn't imagine that Li Muye would dare to make such a tough statement.

Trading is okay, but you have to pay enough for it.

Gurnov took a deep breath and said in a tone that could not be refused: "100 million dollars, buy your farm and ranch business." ”

Li Muye sneered: "Mr. Gurnov is really sincere." Shaking his head slowly, he said: "I beg your pardon, I don't think this price is enough to match the huge price I paid, you know, if I sell you the farm and pasture, it means that I am helping you to fight against the federal leadership, and it is very likely that you will lose your residency in Russia because of this, and everything I paid before will be wasted, this price is too great." ”

Gurnov was very tough and resolute: "Young man, greed must have a bottom line, otherwise you will have to pay the price!" and added: "If I pay more than $100 million to buy your farm and ranch, others will not think that I have won this contest at all, and if the Federation uses this as a publicity stunt, it will stimulate risk-takers who are not afraid of death to think that this is a good opportunity to get rich." ”

Li Muye spread his hands and said: "Obviously, this form of cooperation for acquisition has not been established from the beginning. ”

"Then what should I do with you?" Gurnov's eyes shot two cold rays, and he glanced at Li Muye's every subtle move.

Li Muye knew that life and death were instantaneous, and at this time, he couldn't count on the help of the outside world at all. But since I'm here, I'm ready not to go back alive. There is a way, and opportunities are always prepared for those who are prepared. What is an opportunity? What is preparation? Li Muye felt that there was an opportunity in front of him, and he was ready to fight for it.

"Cross-share swap, use your shares of the Agricultural and Industrial Bank to exchange the equity of the Makino Agricultural Company with me, you don't have to get the right to operate the farm, but you can participate in specific management affairs, and I get the financial support of the Agricultural and Industrial Bank, you can copy this model and rapidly expand the farm industry. Li continued: "My success can help the federal government solve the hunger and thirst for food, and you still have a significant role to play in this, and at the same time, you can also get an opportunity to relieve tensions with the federal government." And finally: "Mr. Gurnov, I would like to ask, do you really think that you can always go against Mr. President unharmed?"

The era of oligarchs manipulating the economy and playing politics is over, and the so-called seven oligarchs and other small oligarchs have long lost their original ambition and strength. All they need, including Gurnov, now needs is to settle down and keep their existing rich and noble lives unchanged. This point has long been mentioned by Timov to Li Muye.

There was a long silence. Gurnov pondered the trade-offs. Finally: "Boy, are you ready to leave the Gurnov estate with your head held high?"