People in the Republic of China era began to rise from industry.

Chapter 147 My Cousin's Gift

The family banquet at the Sheng Mansion was very lavish.

If Meng Qianyu is considered half a host, then the only guest at the banquet is Lin Yi himself.

So he obliged and ate until his belly was completely round...

The atmosphere in the garden pavilion is very warm and inviting.

Meng Qianyu was brewing tea, while Lin Yi and Sheng Aiyi sat together, talking about what had happened in the United States.

"The oil field is not large; currently, its daily oil production is less than 40,000 barrels."

"Now, a barrel of oil costs seventy-eight centimeters, right?"

"Ah."

Lin Yi nodded, then smiled and said, "I didn't expect that Miss Seven would know about these things."

"Nonsense, I own shares, of course I need to know the details."

With a disgruntled look, Sheng Aiyi said, "At such a low price, you're using so much money to acquire less than half the shares. Isn't that a huge premium?"

"Judging from the current market conditions, it is indeed not a worthwhile deal."

"However, Miss Seven, you have to think long-term when doing business. If oil prices soar later, this deal will be very worthwhile."

Crude oil prices are indeed low right now.

The main reason is that supply exceeds demand.

Just like two years ago, when the price of a barrel of crude oil was as low as thirteen cents.

Ultimately, it was the US government's tax increases, production cuts, and a series of macroeconomic controls that brought oil prices up.

However, since it is a strategic material, its price will increase more than tenfold once war breaks out.

That's not even mentioning the boost that will come after Lin Yi takes action against the chemical products.

Therefore, without a doubt, this is definitely a worthwhile investment.

For him, the only downside was that the oil fields were in the United States.

So this time when he came back, he planned to assemble a team, first go to the United States to study, and then come back to mine oil.

The location has been chosen; it's in the desert of Northwest China.

There are oilstones there, but Lin Yi doesn't know their location.

If we go back and investigate, it shouldn't be too difficult to find it.

Moreover, this geographical location is what Lin Yi is most satisfied with.

Focus on safety.

Seeing his confident demeanor, Sheng Aiyi smiled and said, "It's good that you're confident."

As they were talking, the maid, Wu Ma, came over and said, "Miss, the young master has arrived."

"Just say I'm not feeling well."

"...Young Master Biao brought a gift and has already entered the courtyard."

Aunt Wu said with some difficulty.

It was only because of the gift, and knowing that Sheng Aiyi was in a good mood today, that she took it upon herself to invite her to the courtyard.

At this point, she would be in a difficult position to send the person away.

Sheng Aiyi frowned, but finally relented: "Let's invite him."

She didn't care at all what the gift was.

They only intended to give a few perfunctory words and then ask the person to leave.

Zhuang Jiutao still had that slicked-back, powdered look.

She walked briskly to the back garden and saw Lin Yi sitting in the pavilion. She put on a smile and walked over quickly.

"Mr. Lin, it's been a long time. Did you just get back?"

"Yes, I just arrived today."

Lin Yi gave him a slight smirk and picked up the teacup beside him.

"You've really worked hard. I heard from Wu Rongsheng that the association's business is entirely managed by Mr. Lin in the United States."

"It's my duty. Who told me to be the president?"

"Cousin, is there something you need?"

Before Zhuang Jiutao could speak, Sheng Aiyi, who was standing next to him, asked a question.

She didn't know if Lin Yi had noticed.

But based on her understanding of Zhuang Jiutao, that smile on his face was utterly fake.

She asked so directly, without giving me any face at all.

A surge of anger welled up inside him.

Zhuang Jiutao's smile faltered noticeably for a moment.

But he only paused for a moment before returning to normal: "It's nothing serious, I just brought you a gift, cousin."

Without waiting for Sheng Aiyi to speak, he continued, "An American car, specially designed for ladies."

"Cousin, you don't know, this car is in high demand in the US right now. I heard it's hard to find one."

"I adore those movie stars and socialites."

"I had to ask a lot of people for help before I could finally buy one."

"The car just arrived today, so I rushed over to deliver it."

"This is the first one in China!"

Lin Yi: "..."

Women's cars are popular with celebrities and socialites, and they're in high demand and short supply... It's confirmed, it can only be the Dodge Beetle.

After the Beetle was launched, Ford quickly followed up with a small car for women.

Unfortunately, they didn't dare to fully imitate the appearance, and the hasty launch didn't offer any cost advantages.

It didn't make any waves at all.

Thinking of this, Lin Yi picked up the teacup in his hand, pursed his lips, and took a sip.

"Cousin, I can't drive, why are you going to all this trouble?"

"Cousin, you're a modern woman now, it's time for you to learn to drive yourself."

"And this car is really nice, not the kind of big, clunky car you usually ride in."

Zhuang Jiutao explained, then turned to Lin Yi: "Mr. Lin, you just returned from the United States, you should have seen this car before, right?"

"By the way, what's it called? Beetle."

"I've seen it."

Lin Yi nodded, then said to Sheng Aiyi, who was looking at him, "It is indeed a nice car for ladies. Miss Qi should like it."

"Cousin, Mr. Lin said so, so it can't be wrong."

Zhuang Jiutao smiled broadly: "The car is parked in the front yard. Cousin, go take a look, you'll definitely like it."

"Ok."

Lin Yi chimed in, but Zhuang Jiutao was still acting the same way.

Although Sheng Aiyi was still somewhat reluctant, she couldn't continue to refuse.

Otherwise, his cousin would really lose face.

"Qianyu, let's go take a look together."

As she stood up, she greeted Meng Qianyu and then glanced at Lin Yi.

Lin Yi understood what it meant.

He had no choice but to put down his teacup and get up.

The group walked around the main building to the front yard, where they saw a pink Volkswagen Beetle parked.

Upon seeing this, Sheng Aiyi frowned immediately.

Lin Yi also touched his chin.

It's too flashy; Sheng Aiyi definitely won't like it.

With her temperament, white is the most suitable color for her.

"Cousin, isn't this color a rare find?"

Zhuang Jiutao asked with a chuckle, then suddenly slapped his forehead: "I'm so confused, I forgot that Mr. Lin, you're in the United States."

"I've asked so many people for help and waited so long. I should have asked Mr. Lin for help instead."

"If that's the case, this car would probably have arrived in China long ago!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Sheng Aiyi frowned even more.

How could Zhuang Jiutao's little scheme possibly escape her notice?

However… Sheng Aiyi turned her head and glanced at Lin Yi, and didn’t feel angry.

I'd completely forgotten that this guy went on a long trip, asking for my help before he left, and then asking for my help again during the trip.

They came back empty-handed!