CHAPTER 202: CHAPTER 161: LU KUN’S INVESTMENT, LAVISH SPENDING

However, that’s not the main point.

The point is these old ships, even bearing marks of being baptized by artillery, are all in the standard colors of the Duorong Federation military.

The dark blue paint, reportedly using some color-changing spray painting technology, means the surface color of the ships quietly changes according to the color of the surrounding seawater.

If you don’t look carefully, it’s easy to overlook these oceanic heavyweights.

"Military ships?"

Lu Kun’s expression changed slightly upon seeing these ships, looking puzzled at Fang Yu beside him: "Brother, what’s the situation with these military ships? Why did you bring me here?"

Hearing Lu Kun’s words, Fang Yu chuckled slyly, and loudly said to Lu Kun:

"Mr. Lu, I’ve been promoted by the military to second lieutenant. Right now, in front of you is my fleet, totaling 50 ships, not many, but all elite!"

Lu Kun nodded with an unclear understanding, feeling increasingly uneasy.

It’s not that...

You’ve become a second lieutenant, and you have your fleet, that’s fine.

But why specifically bring me here?

Lu Kun doesn’t believe Fang Yu just brought him here to see the fleet, or just to show off.

Clearly, this guy probably has some hidden agenda.

Lu Kun had suffered because of Fang Yu before; he knows Fang Yu all too well. This guy, whenever he wants to scheme against someone, doesn’t show it right away but takes others on a big detour before revealing his intention.

The more Fang Yu behaves like this, the more alarmed Lu Kun becomes.

"Mr. Lu... lately, hasn’t our Ji Clan Trading Association faced a lot of instability because of the vice president’s defection, with many industry chains following the vice president out of the association?"

Fang Yu spoke with a sly smile.

He had heard previously that the profits from the vice president’s side accounted for about 40% of the total annual profits of the entire Ji Clan Trading Association.

Almost half.

With the vice president gone, it took away nearly half of the industries, including the crucial military factory. Surely, the Ji Clan Trading Association must have been heavily hit recently.

Lu Kun coughed lightly, as Fang Yu’s words touched upon what was troubling him.

In reality, the impact of the vice president’s departure on the Ji Clan Trading Association was far more severe than Fang Yu imagined.

Even though it seemed only to account for about 40% of the profit, cash flow is often just that little short which can direct the business into a healthy cycle.

Missing 40%, in fact, the impact on the Ji Clan Trading Association is over 60%.

Many businesses suffered greatly due to cash flow issues.

Although the city upgrade plan and the influx of a large number of post-war refugees led to a rise in the price of some war supplies and a burst in demand, barely stabilizing the situation momentarily.

But reaching the previous pinnacle, I fear, would take three to five years.

So lately, Lu Kun has been troubled over this issue as well.

How to... completely eliminate the impact of the vice president’s industry withdrawal in a short time?

Lu Kun sighed slightly, fearing it would not be easy.

At this moment, Fang Yu’s words seemed to itch precisely where Lu Kun felt, causing Lu Kun to look at Fang Yu, temporarily setting aside caution, asking directly:

"Well? Brother, do you have any good methods or ways?"

Hearing Lu Kun’s words, Fang Yu couldn’t help but feel pleased, nodding slightly, then extending his hand, pointing to the 50 ships before them.

"Brother, of course, I know your recent troubles, so isn’t this me providing a solution?"

Lu Kun was taken aback: "What solution?"

"Investment!"

"Investment?!"

Lu Kun was stunned but soon reacted.

Damn it... I fell for your trick!

So this kid had ulterior motives, aiming at my money, wanting me to invest in you?

"Not doing it!"

Without a second thought, Lu Kun wanted to leave directly.

But just as he took a step, Fang Yu pulled him back: "Wait, brother! Think about it, if the Ji Clan Trading Association regains the military factory industry, wouldn’t that resolve your current dilemma?"

"Not only resolved, but since the military factory would then be under the president, all industries concentrated in one person’s hands, isn’t this also a great thing for the president?"

Upon hearing Fang Yu’s words, Lu Kun’s eyes suddenly shone brightly.

He himself was one of the president’s people.

It’s worth noting that within the Ji Clan Trading Association, it’s not just the president’s faction; although the vice president has left, there is still a group of shareholders pointing fingers.

If the military factory industry of the vice president could be reclaimed, it won’t just be a return to the peak, but also, the president’s control could reach the level of kicking the shareholders out of the association.

Completely mastering the Ji Clan Trading Association.

Besides, the military factory industry is a juicy morsel that many have their eyes on.

If it could be reclaimed...

With this thought, Lu Kun was no longer eager to leave.

He is a businessman, and for matters benefiting him, he instinctively pays attention.

"Can your fleet help me reclaim the military factory?"

Lu Kun glanced at Fang Yu’s fleet subconsciously, shaking his head slightly inside.

"No, it can’t!"

Fang Yu replied seriously.

Lu Kun: ???

"Goodbye!"

"Wait, hold on..."

"My fleet might not be able to help you reclaim the military factory now, but I can create opportunities to involve the entire military, advancing towards this goal together."

Fang Yu earnestly said: "Mr. Lu, you must know, reclaiming the military factory is not only your goal, it’s also the military’s goal, and if you invest in me, it will inevitably become my goal too!"