Chapter 978 - 977: Destination
"That's right!" Lin Chuan nodded and said, "I've set up a seafood processing factory and plan to export the processed seafood to the Middle East and North Africa to earn some foreign exchange for the country. What do you think?"
"Great!" Song Xiaojia responded eagerly, originally thinking this guy was up to some mischief, but to her surprise, it was actually something like this. She immediately laughed and said, "This is a good thing! Why do you make it sound like life and death parting!"
"Well, you're my girlfriend after all. If I'm leaving, I should at least let you know," Lin Chuan said with a smile.
"Get out of here!" Song Xiaojia laughed heartily.
Despite the banter, Lin Chuan never forgot about Song Xiaojia. No matter what, Song Xiaojia always held a special place in his heart. To him, Song Xiaojia was not only a friend but also his beloved partner.
"Lin Chuan." At this moment, Song Xiaojia walked up to Lin Chuan, sat down beside him, and looked at him earnestly, saying, "Remember, no matter where you go or what you encounter, there's always someone waiting for you in Jiangbei City."
"Hmm!" Lin Chuan nodded and replied, "I know."
"Good, as long as you know." Song Xiaojia squinted and gave a playful smile.
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Three days passed by in the blink of an eye.
Lin Chuan had been back in Jiangbei City for a while now. During this period, the factory in the Western City District had been established. The processing equipment imported from abroad had all been brought into the factory and set up. The entire factory had three production lines, two for manufacturing seafood product cans, and one specifically for processing dried goods and snacks. Of course, there were also several manual processing stations.
In China, there's no shortage of labor; it's the most abundant resource, and it's cheap labor. With Tang Yumeng's involvement, it was as good as having government backing. So, the recruitment work quickly settled down. Moreover, since this factory belonged to the Sichuan University Group, the reputation preceded it, attracting many people. Hundreds of employees had been recruited in just a few days.
Additionally, the salaries offered by the Sichuan University Group were slightly higher than elsewhere, making everyone eager to work there.
On the first day of the factory's production line opening, Tang Yumeng and the others came for inspections. A large amount of seafood was taken out from the freezer for extensive processing. It was the first time people in Jiangbei City saw such a large seafood processing plant, which was simply delightful. Many people came to watch the proceedings.
"Wow, this factory must be thousands of square meters, right?"
"Indeed, they say it can process several hundred tons of seafood products a day."
"The Sichuan University Group is really impressive, with so many industries involved; it's astonishing."
Many people watching were amazed. After all, Jiangbei City is located inland, and seafood products aren't commonly seen. Although there are two big seafood markets in the area, they can't compare to this factory. This place is simply a powerhouse, with daily production in the hundreds of tons, which was absolutely astounding.
The factory in the Western City District was now operating normally, and Lin Chuan, along with Luo Guoqing and others, boarded a flight to the Middle East.
On the flight.
"Lin Chuan, which country are we heading to?" Song Wen asked curiously.
"First, a trip to Afghanistan," Lin Chuan replied with a smile.
"Alright!" Song Wen nodded, slightly nervous, saying, "Although I've heard a lot about the country, I've never been there."
"Don't be nervous; it's not as chaotic as you might think," Lin Chuan glanced at Song Wen and said, "Besides, when we land, someone will pick us up, and there will be security forces. So you don't need to worry too much."
"Got it!" Song Wen nodded promptly.
Even though they appeared calm, they were quite tense inside. They had heard about Afghanistan, known for its ongoing conflicts, chaotic armed factions, making it quite troublesome and leaving one speechless.
Song Wu quickly said, "Lin Chuan, once we're there, can we carry guns?"
"Of course!" Lin Chuan smiled and said, "In Afghanistan, you can handle firearms freely. It's not like back home, with stringent control on guns. So when the time comes, you can take a good gun with you."
"Great!" Song Wu said excitedly, "I love guns. If I can get one, it would be fantastic."
"Hmm!" Lin Chuan nodded.
After several hours of long flight, they finally arrived in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan.
They got off the plane.
Lin Chuan saw from afar a captivating figure standing on the tarmac.
A long black dress fluttered in the gentle breeze, looking incredibly beautiful. The long, silky hair and angelic face made it a truly pleasing sight.
"Silver Fox," Lin Chuan said with a smile.
"Lin Chuan." Silver Fox walked towards Lin Chuan, her footsteps a bit hurried, as if she couldn't wait to see Lin Chuan. She seemed very anxious. Upon reaching Lin Chuan, she excitedly leaped into his embrace.
Behind, the Song brothers, Song Wen and Song Wu, were filled with envy.
After all, they were young, and neither was married with children. They were always fascinated by beautiful women. Silver Fox's beauty was something they had never experienced before. Her beauty was as breathtaking as a stunning view. They couldn't quite catch their breath.
"Truly beautiful," Song Wen said with admiration.
"Indeed!" Song Wu nodded, "So beautiful that if I could marry such a woman, I'd be willing to lose ten years off my life. Unfortunately, heaven doesn't give me such a chance."
Song Wen laughed, "Stop dreaming. A woman this beautiful could only be matched by an outstanding man like Lin Chuan."
There's no denying that Silver Fox's beauty would light up anyone's eyes, akin to a stunning hue.
With hair styled perfectly, lightly swept eyebrows carrying a hint of allure in the eyes, skin as delicate and smooth as warm jade, with a soft luster like cream, and naturally cherry lips as red as if painted, radiant and dripping, with wisps of hair softly brushing the cheeks, adding a touch of alluring charm. Her nimble eyes twinkling playfully, a bit mischievous and naughty, adorned in a flawless, black gown, with a slender waist, exuding an ethereal beauty untouched by the world.
Such beauty, so captivating.
Lin Chuan held the slender waist of Silver Fox and laughed, "I knew you would come."
"Of course!" Silver Fox chuckled, "You know who I am. The moment you step out of the country, I instantly know."
"That's why I didn't bother informing you about my trip to Afghanistan. You'll know anyway," Lin Chuan said helplessly.
"Hehe..." Silver Fox giggled, ignoring Lin Chuan, but instead headed towards Luo Guoqing and the others. She approached Luo Guoqing first, extending her slender hand, saying, "Luo Guoqing, hello, welcome to Afghanistan."
"Hello, hello..." Luo Guoqing didn't know how to address Silver Fox, so he could only greet her awkwardly. He didn't dare to offend her while shaking hands, just a gentle grip before quickly letting go.
The Song brothers, however, wished they could hold onto that fair and slender hand and never let go.
"Get in the car, we're leaving," Silver Fox called out.
Behind them was a black Toyota Crown. They quickly got in. The car slowly left the tarmac through the VIP passage.
Upon leaving the airport, Kabul's exotic atmosphere was immediately apparent. The houses in Kabul were distinctive, showcasing typical Islamic architecture. They were built like little white castles, and mosques could even be seen from afar.
As they passed through several streets, they soon saw several houses at the street corner that were bomb-damaged. Among the ruins, children with bare chests played. Passersby walked the streets dressed in robes. Women dressed in black robes, covering their faces, showing only a pair of dark eyes. It's said that in Afghanistan, men only see what their bride looks like on their wedding night.
Half an hour later, the car left the city, speeding towards northeastern Afghanistan.
Two hours later, the car arrived at a small town located in northeastern Afghanistan. Here was the headquarters of Fire Fox, called Abbas Town.
Abbas is a small town in northeastern Afghanistan, home to over ten thousand residents, making it one of Afghanistan's larger towns. However, this town is under the control of the Fire Fox Organization. Not only that, but a radius of one hundred kilometers centered on Abbas falls under Fire Fox's control, encompassing three towns and eighteen villages. In total, more than fifty thousand people live here. These people make up the inhabitants of Fire Fox.
The town consists of only four streets, intersecting in a grid pattern. At the heart of it is the commercial center of Abbas. Hundreds of merchants are stationed here, selling all sorts of goods. Of course, the item most frequently sold in the town is a type of jade known as Afghan white jade.
Afghan white jade is sold worldwide, often attracting numerous merchants to purchase it in large quantities for resale.
The car stopped at the Fire Fox headquarters. This was a mansion with Afghan-style architecture. It was vast, sprawling over a large area, housing hundreds of soldiers tasked with maintaining the order of the town. The main force of Fire Fox, however, was camped fifty kilometers outside Abbas Town, in a base with several thousand troops. These soldiers are sustained by the town's tax revenue. Their mission is to protect the town from any external invasion.
"Where is this?" Luo Guoqing asked curiously.
"This is our destination," Lin Chuan said with a smile, "This is Abbas Town, the headquarters of Fire Fox. This beautiful woman is the leader of Fire Fox; you can call her Silver Fox. Within a radius of one hundred kilometers centered on Abbas Town, the area is under Fire Fox's jurisdiction, and no one, including the Afghan government forces, dares to trespass."