Qin Shiou nodded and understood, Hamlet knew that he had money, and this was to ask for publicity money.

He didn't really care about this, he didn't want to get involved in politics, but he didn't lack money, so he said: "To put it bluntly, Hamlet, if you become mayor of St. John's, if I sponsor you enough, you will represent my interests?" ”

Hamre said: "As long as the Constitution and Customary Law are followed, then I represent the interests of my constituents." ”

It is worthy of being a political family, and what he said is not leaky.

Qin Shiou thought about it, it is necessary to fund and sponsor Hamlay's campaign, but he will not blindly make a guarantee, he wants to consult Auerbach's opinion in this regard to see how much investment is more appropriate.

Hamlet also understood what Qin Shiou meant, shook hands and left.

As soon as he left, Qin Shiou went to find Auerbach, who was working hard in the vegetable field, and told him about it.

Although Auerbach has never been involved in politics, he has been a lawyer for half a century, and has been a Justice of Newfoundland, so he knows a lot about politics and politics in the whole of Newfoundland.

After listening to Qin Shiou's words, Auerbach, who was rolled up his trouser legs and feet full of mud, sat on the ridge of the field, completely lacking the demeanor of the previous justice, like an old farmer.

"Two years ago, Hamre had no chance of winning. But thanks to the global economic crisis and the U.S. debt crisis, St. John's's economy has suffered a major blow in the past two years, and since the start of tourism last year, the economy of Farewell Town has developed by leaps and bounds. ”

Auerbach briefly analyzed, then he called a few old friends, and finally told Qin Shiou: "Hamre is a rising star of the New Democratic Party of Canada in the St. John's area. But Newfoundland is not the territory of the NDP, they have no money or connections here. So Hamre's election this time is destined to be difficult. ”

"Right now, Hamre has the most optimistic win rate of only 40 percent."

Qin Shiou asked, "What if we increase propaganda?" ”

"If the propaganda is strong enough. A dog can also become president of the United States. Auerbach used a phrase from the famous US President Franklin D. Roosevelt that mocked his opponents, which is also a wise quote for political campaigns.

Qin Shiou said frankly: "I want Hamlet to come to power, you can see, the current ruling government of St. John's does not care about the development of the fishing grounds, and Hamlet is more in our interests." ”

"Then your publicity investment can be tens of millions of yuan!" Auerbach said sternly.

Political elections are the most money-burning thing, and those who don't have money can only watch the excitement, don't mix it up.

If there was no such opportunity, Qin Shiou would not have been involved. But this time it was Hamley who was running, and if he could make the leap from being mayor of the town to mayor of St. John's, the resources available to him would be terrifying.

Auerbach couldn't tell Qin Shiou Hamley directly about the money he needed, so he had to contact an old friend with an insider and then make calculations based on various information.

Qin Shiou stayed in his study in the afternoon to study St. John's campaign this year, and he was supposed to take Xiang Hao around, so this task could only be handed over to Nelson.

Speaking of which, Qin Shiou really didn't pay enough attention to the outside world, and the news that Hamley gave him was too shocking, but for the rest of the town. This is not news, as Hamlet attended the oath-taking convention for the mayoral campaign in St. John's earlier this year.

Of course, at that time, Qin Shiou was in China for the New Year, and it was understandable that he missed this matter.

Evening. Auerbach found Qin Shiou and said: "After my calculation and the confirmation of my old friends, if you are determined to help Hamlet, then your investment must be about 40 million!" ”

Qin Shiou nodded. He had counted.

Before dinner, Qin Shiou drove President No. 1 into Hamley's villa.

Hamray's wife made their hometown dish to entertain him. There is roast beef with york hot pudding, steak kidney pie, Scottish smoked salmon and more.

Hamlet asks Qin Shiou to sit down. Asked, "What do you think about the outcome?" ”

"In addition to me, how many people and how much money can you pull?" Qin Shiou asked, he must be aware of it, otherwise once Hamre loses the election, his investment will be wasted.

Campaign funds have been turned into black gold again, and this money is dirty in the eyes of ordinary people, because it is money for buying officials, and there is not much difference between running for office and buying officials.

So, for any political party and campaigner, campaign money is kept secret, and it would be a disaster to let your opponent know about your campaign money.

But Hamlet didn't hide it from Qin Shiou, not because he trusted him, but because the people and funds he could pull in were too few: "There are no big consortia or big enterprises in St. John's, and the funds we can use in the next quarter are at most 50 million." ”

Qin Shiou asked: "If you want to achieve your party's expected election goal, how much propaganda money is needed?" ”

"At least $90 million!"

Qin Shiou nodded, Auerbach was really an old ghost, and his estimation was so accurate, which gave Qin Shiou some confidence.

Looking at Hamley, Qin Shiou said slowly: "Very good, I'll invest 50 million Canadian dollars in you!" ”

The corners of Hamley's mouth twitched suddenly, and he raised his eyebrows and almost exclaimed, 50 million Canadian dollars, this is half a billion! Even for big cities like Toronto and Ottawa, this is a strong injection of money!

Remember, this is only a small city election, not a U.S. presidential election.

However, Hamlet had seen the world after all, and he suppressed the shock in his heart and asked, "Fifty million?" You're going to throw 50 million into me? ”

Qin Shiou said: "Yes, fifty million, you know what I want, man, if you become mayor, then I hope no one can touch my fishing grounds!" ”

Hamre was silent for a moment and said in a low voice: "If I am elected mayor, I will make you feel that 'farewell island is your private island'!" ”

This is the most heart-to-heart time for both parties, and it is also a commitment that candidates must make to attract sponsorship.

This promise is not a joke at the wine table, and if the candidate is elected, he must fulfill it, or he will not want to make a dollar out of any investor in the future.

It's so dark, dirty, and naked-naked, but men just want to do it!

Both sides spread out the conditions, and a deal unfolded like this, and Qin Shiou will spare no effort to support Hamre's campaign, because the conditions he gave are too tempting: to divide the farewell island as Qin Shiou's private territory.

Of course, it is impossible for Hamlet to sell Farewell Island to Qin Shiou, such a large piece of land, and there are citizens living on it, and the Canadian government will not allow local governments to buy and sell it privately.

But since Hamlet has made such a promise, he naturally has a way to fulfill his promise.

Both parties are satisfied, and the next step is to work together to achieve the goal. (To be continued......)