Chapter 1316 - 1188: Ten Thousand Taels of Gold

Chapter 1316: Chapter 1188: Ten Thousand Taels of Gold

Zhang Guoqing watched her hang up the phone, let out a sigh of relief, and couldn’t help but laugh, "Are you sure he understood everything you just said?"

"I’ve already laid out all the possible scenarios for him face-to-face before," Zhou Jiao smiled confidently, "He’ll be fine."

"Truly a golden baby," Zhang Guoqing teased, "Whenever you have a birthday, the local government over there has to send you congratulations."

"Flatter me all you want, today I’m taking it all," Zhou Jiao hooked her arm around his and glanced at him, "I can support you from now on."

"Thank you, madam," Zhang Guoqing joked and then sighed, "Dealing with inflation here has led to some really... poor moves."

"The local leaders probably didn’t expect such consequences, either."

Although she wasn’t abroad now, just hearing the news on the other end of the phone, she could imagine the massive strike of over 14 million people spreading throughout the country’s industries.

She still remembered when the elderly economics professor had once used this financial crisis in Italy as an example to illustrate the dangers of inflation.

At that time, Italy tried to combat inflation by increasing taxes, reducing social welfare, controlling wage growth, and tightening credit, among other measures.

Unfortunately, things did not go as planned.

These measures merely addressed the symptoms, not the root of the problem.

Though these measures did resist the harm of inflation to some extent, they also led many factories to cut funds for profits, dismissing large numbers of workers.

As the employment rate dropped, the unemployed workers would inevitably seek out local organizations. Italy indeed had true unions and labor alliances.

The oppression from the officials forced the workers to protest and strike for their own interests. The more they suppressed, the more they rebelled. How could the high-ranking class take more into consideration?

— Water can carry a boat, but also capsize it.

The chaos had just begun this time.

Of course, the more chaotic the country was, the better. The more chaotic, the more the stock market would fall, and the short sellers would profit. The premise was that the country’s military must remain stable.

Otherwise, the funds she invested would turn into useless paper gold.

After listening, Zhang Guoqing nodded and suggested, "If you’re worried about any changes in the situation, have Tian Ming pay a little attention to Italy every day.

Also, have Efra spend some money to hire people to gather information from various places, or pay the local big shots for information."

Zhou Jiao pondered for a moment, "Will it attract attention?"

"As long as you don’t cross the local government’s line, it’s fine," Zhang Guoqing’s eyes flashed, "The more chaotic, the more financial giants will enter the market. Your funds entered early, so following behind them is fine."

"Oh."

Zhang Guoqing looked at her, squinting, "As for the Miao Family, you need to remind them to be cautious in a few days. Don’t try to take everything; leave some space for outsiders."

Zhou Jiao chuckled softly, looking at him with interest, "What about us?"

"The same, when the time is right, have Efra withdraw some funds and enter the little devils’ side. That’s our main battlefield."

As Zhang Guoqing spoke, he pulled her quickly outside, "Once we’re in the little devils’ side, we won’t have to manage it for the next three years. I don’t want you to stress."

"Alright, I’ll listen to you."

"Good girl!"

Zhang Guoqing raised his hand to pat her head, "Once Italy wraps up, we’ll need to withdraw part of Da Yi’s funds back, and we’ll need to discuss it with dad.

I suspect your actions can’t be hidden for long through family calls, we also need to take out part of the funds back home, so you need to be prepared."

Zhou Jiao heard this and pursed her lips.

Zhang Guoqing patted the hand on his arm, "What you lose, you gain. I’ve discussed it with Da Yi, we’ll definitely donate a part."

"I won’t be reluctant, I even plan on starting my own charity in the future, let’s leave it at that for now. But I want to choose the recipient units myself."

"Of course."

When they reached the door, Zhou Jiao automatically stopped the topic. The money wasn’t in hand yet, so there was no point in discussing it. As long as she controlled it, she could decide how much to donate.

Yeah, she’s not worried.

"Bro, can you hint at what gift dad’s giving me?"

"Hahaha... He personally designed the plans, mom found the people. The rest, I can’t say."

Zhou Jiao grinned and nodded repeatedly, "It’s just a little birthday, why make such a big deal of it, hmm, don’t say, what did the kids prepare for me?"

Zhang Guoqing rubbed his chin, "That, I’ll keep a secret for now. As soon as you reach the old house, you’ll definitely see it. The kids feel that giving you a place after their graduation won’t disappoint you."

"Aren’t you jealous?" Zhou Jiao laughed gleefully as she spoke. She hadn’t forgotten the gifts the sons gave him for his birthday last year.

— Three belts.

Previously, what bags, wallets, shoes, oh, and pens, all three sons would send identical sets at once.

The brats even said it was for fairness, so the three brothers wouldn’t show favoritism to their father, making it seem so heartfelt.

"Jealous of what? Yours is mine, besides, dad is shielding me," Zhang Guoqing said with a laugh, then lowered his voice, "I’ll tell you a secret."

"What secret?"

"Today, their gift for dad is in the study, I saw it, three red sashes! Embroidered with shining little tigers."

"Hahaha, those mischievous little guys!"

"Dad’s very pleased, won’t even let mom or me touch it. Hmph~ Dad’s so stingy, I just want to see when he’ll wear it, red sash, green military uniform, hahaha..."

As Xiao Zhu’s car pulled up, Zhang Guoqing immediately stopped joking, feeling quite regretful. If no one was around, he could have made his wife laugh even more heartily.

What a pity...

The moment the old house’s door opened, Zhou Jiao’s eyes lit up, and she finally understood why Zhang Guoqing said she would like the children’s gift.

It’s a sidecar!

With her position as a department director, her unit had a shared car for use, but it was not for her to drive, not to mention always in high demand.

Zhang Guoqing knew she liked it, "Want to take it for a spin first?"

"Let’s go inside first," Zhou Jiao reached out to touch the vehicle’s body, "Did it cost a lot?"

"Not a penny. The three brothers said they were bored and tweaked the engine from last time, when it worked, they gave the design to the manufacturer, refused the reward, and only asked for this motorcycle. They said that whatever is given as a reward, you can use with peace of mind."

"So thoughtful! My kids truly understand me best."

Seeing Zhou Jiao touched, Zhang Guoqing couldn’t help but think, who truly understands you best, is me!ℴ