For many oil-owning countries, oil was extracted and exploited relatively early. What really makes oil pay attention to all countries and regard it as an important strategic resource is because of the emergence of various internal combustion engines, which has doubled the price of oil.

Although he knew about many unexplored oil fields, Hu Biao felt that it was more in his interest to explore oil fields in Menia. It is only necessary to come up with a sum of money and pay the so-called exploration fee to carry out oil exploration in Meenia.

Once an oil field has been explored, it has the right of first refusal. This is also a very adventurous and exciting gambling game for many Menians who love gold panning. Some people make a lot of money, and some people lose money.

As Hu Biao's partner in the Far East, Brooke and many of his family are not very optimistic about Hu Biao's business. The only thing that reassures them is that within this exploration company, the Brooke family does not hold many shares.

To be precise, the funds required for exploration will be borne by Hu Biao himself, and the Brooke family will be responsible for ensuring that the oil fields are explored and provided with corresponding assistance. To put it simply, Brooke's family doesn't have to take any risks.

Hu Biao, who arrived in Jiazhou, was not in a hurry to meet with the people of the Brooke family. After settling the people he brought, Hu Biao took Lin Yashi to visit a legendary figure living in Jiazhou, and was warmly received by the other party.

Looking at Hu Biao and his wife, who took the initiative to visit, Shi Antang, who received him, also said enthusiastically: "General Hu, this trip to the United States, there are places that need to be contributed, just say!" As long as the old man can help, he will do his best! ”

"Shi Lao is polite! The younger generation took the liberty to visit this time, and I also hope to ask the old gentleman to bring one or two more. When I came, I heard that the old gentleman took care of his compatriots living here, and was also very active in the domestic war of resistance, so he came to visit and ask for advice.

It's just that this time I came here across the ocean, firstly, for business, and secondly, to settle my inner son here. When I'm done with my business, I need to go back home. There is a mess in the country, and I also need to go back to the town! ”

"The general is gracious! Although the old man met the general for the first time, he had also heard of the general's achievements. The general is mighty, which makes the Japanese frightened. As for the safety of your lady, please rest assured that the old man will do his best to help her! ”

This kind of thing to say by someone else may make people feel ashamed. But for Shi Antang, he does have this ability. Not to mention the Chinese who moved to Menia, even the military and political officials of Meenia did not dare to despise him.

The reason is very simple, the Hua'an Church founded by Shi Antang in Menia has branches in various states and cities in Menia. Even in the eyes of many people, Hua'an Tang is a bit of a gang. But there are many members, and no one dares to ignore its existence.

In addition, Shi Antang has a close personal relationship with the current president of Menia, even if someone wants to trouble Shi Antang, they need to consider the consequences of this. Because of this, Hu Biao deliberately took the initiative to visit the door, which can be regarded as a visit to the dock.

Taking advantage of the chat, Hu Biao briefly explained the current situation of the Anti-Japanese War with Shi Antang, and also mentioned the plan to develop industry in the southwest. After hearing this, Shi Antang also felt a little surprised and curious.

said bluntly: "The general's move, but he plans to start anew?" ”

The remark of starting a new stove actually means whether Hu Biao intends to become a warlord. For Shi Antang, he is very familiar with the domestic situation, and has also witnessed the overthrow of the feudal dynasty and the establishment of the new Republic of China, and knows what it means to be a warlord.

To Shi Antang's surprise, Hu Biao shook his head and said: "Hu will never do such a thing as being in the same room." In fact, everything I'm doing now is to avoid roommates.

But as far as the current situation is concerned, even if we win this war of aggression, civil war cannot be avoided. I can sit idly by, but I have to think about my people and give them a real place to live and work.

In the eyes of many people, the southwest is a poor and remote place, and these colonies of Annam also belonged to our Fanbang in the early years. I don't want to dig the foot of my own family's wall, but I plan to dig a piece of land in the hands of the British and French colonizers to develop myself.

If someone else asked, I wouldn't say or admit these words. But I know that the original intention of Mr. Hua'an Tang is also to protect my compatriots from being bullied, so that they can live more easily and dignified in this foreign country, and so do I! ”

said his plan very frankly, and Shi Antang was also surprised: "It's not easy to snatch food from the mouths of the colonists, right?" ”

"It might have been difficult to do that before. But in terms of the current trend, I feel that this is a rare opportunity. Although he is in the Americas, he must have some knowledge of the situation in Europe. It seems to me that there will be a big war in Europe.

If this war breaks out, the attention of the powers with colonies in the Far East will be diverted. With the madness and ambition of the Japanese Bandits, how could they miss such an opportunity and let go of these fat meat in front of them?

As long as the Japanese make a move, I only need to follow behind them and snatch the fruits of victory. When the time comes, I don't need to mention it at all, these powers who are unwilling to accept the occupation of the colonies will take the initiative to invite me to help them protect the colonies! ”

With such an explanation, Shi Antang also suddenly realized: "The general is so calculating!" ”

"The old gentleman is serious! All of this is just my speculation at the moment, and it will take time to test whether it can be finally realized. Until then, I also have to have more strength to make sure that I don't end up being backlashed.

Whether it is a Japanese or a great power, in fact, they are all people all the way. In the face of national interests, they can oppose or cooperate at any time. Everything I do now is to lay the foundation for the future and accumulate strength.

As long as the strength is sufficient, let these powers and colonists know the consequences of turning their guns against me, I believe they will also consider it. At the end of the day, colonization is unpopular. It's hard to mess with the great powers, but how can I be easy to mess with? ”

From these words, it is not difficult to hear Hu Biao's domineering side. Even if Shi Antang is high and powerful, he can still feel the strong evil spirit and military spirit on Hu Biao's body. Dare to say these words, Hu Biao is also confident!

After talking about domestic affairs, Hu Biao continued: "This visit to Shi Lao also hopes to help him. Uchiko and I started an oil exploration company in Menia and needed some manpower to keep the company growing here.

Professionals in exploration, hired with the help of my partner. Mr. Ke should know that once the results of the exploration are obtained, it will inevitably attract the attention of various forces. For this reason, I would like to ask Mr. Shi to become a shareholder of the company, I wonder if Mr. is interested? ”

Be clear about what the exploration company will get back once it starts exploring the field. Hu Biao only needs to tell the location and hand it over to the exploration team to be responsible for exploration. But after the exploration of the oil field, how to sell it for a profit is another problem.

In a short period of time, even if Hu Biao founded an oil company, he was afraid that it would be very difficult. If you can pull up Shi Antang, it will make the company more unimpeded in Menia. The practice of eating alone will only outweigh the losses in Hu Biao's opinion.

"Oil exploration? As the general knows, this matter is extremely risky. If you can't explore the oil field, all the costs will be wasted! ”

"Shi Lao, please rest assured! Hu dares and has confidence! In fact, several plots of land that the company applied for exploration in the first phase are all located in Jiazhou. In order to avoid attracting greedy people, Hu took the liberty of asking Mr. for help and sent some people to join the company.

As the bloodline of the industrial revolution, oil will also be valued by more and more countries in the future. I also hope that more Chinese people can master the technology of oil exploration. In this case, when the war is over, the country will have to be rebuilt after all! ”

"Is there oil in the country?"

At this time, many people seemed to think that China was a country that was extremely short of oil resources. But Hu Biao knows very well that there is no shortage of domestic oil resources. It's just that it's not yet time to exploit those oil resources.

Reserve relevant talents and technologies first, and you will save worry and trouble in the future. At least one thing Hu Biao knows very well that the old man in front of him is also a patriot who cares about the motherland. At this point, Hu Biao is actually the same as the other party.

After some negotiation and discussion, Hu Biao gave away 10% of the dry shares, and obtained the assistance of Shi Antang to provide security methods. If the company can really explore the oil field, and deal with some forces in the future, Shi Antang will also provide corresponding help.

That 10 percent of dry stock doesn't sound worth much now. But Hu Biao knows that once the company explores the oil field, the company's value will soar. At this point, the Brooke family also owns only ten percent of the dry shares.

The remaining 80 percent of the shares are in the hands of Hu Biao. After meeting with Shi Antang, Hu Biao left for Brooke's family to meet with some of his family's rulers. As a result, it is naturally a pleasure for both guests and hosts.

Considering the limited time, and knowing that the exploration team had been in place, Hu Biao immediately ordered to start going to the applied exploration site. Jiazhou in this era naturally cannot be compared with later generations. Many of the exploration sites are located in the wilderness and in desolate places.

Compared with the large number of people in the country and the lack of land, Menia at this time was vast and sparsely populated. In order to ensure the success of exploration, Hu Biao personally sat in the oilfield and led the exploration of the oilfield. Regarding Hu Biao's personal departure, Brooke was somewhat puzzled.

Arriving at a small basin on the outskirts of Jiazhou, Brooke, who lived in a tent, couldn't help but complain: "Hu, if you don't enjoy a good life, you just ran away to this wilderness?" I don't know what the hell you think! ”

"Brooke, you didn't say it, but I know there are a lot of people who want to see my jokes with you. Don't you think it's cool to witness the appearance of an oil field? What's more, I have limited time! ”

At this moment, in Jiazhou, there are many oil fields that have been explored one after another. Correspondingly, there are also many exploration companies that have lost their money. For a new company like Hu Biao, many people feel that losing all their capital should be inevitable.

But no one expected that three days after the exploration well was erected, a surge of black liquid gushed out. Brooke, who was resting in the tent, saw the prospectors cheering and running, no matter how stupid he was, he knew that he was going to get rich this time!