This round of crackdown by Xing Hai Technologies had dealt a heavy blow to the scalpers, but it had also hurt a group of real consumers.
It was not easy for these consumers to get their hands on the friendly version. In the end, just two days later, they could buy the deluxe version with a higher quality-price ratio by spending the same amount of money plus the monthly usage fee of $168. How did these ordinary consumers feel?
"Return, return!"
"Either you change it to the deluxe version."
There was a lot of demand for returns.
Xing Hai Technologies also had a response plan. They said that it was impossible to return the product, but consumers could buy a medical kit that cost $6,888. The kit contained many medical devices. After purchase, the friendly version's capabilities were equivalent to at least 90% of the deluxe version's capabilities. It could also reduce the number of hospital check-ups.
However, the medical kit would be launched in three months. Consumers were asked to be patient.
They also believed that the consumers would be willing to wait. After all, it was only the beginning of the year. There was no rush in the next few months.
As for whether the scalpers could survive these three months, it would depend on their luck.
Moreover, they basically did not have the money to buy the "medical kit." Even if they did, they would only be sinking deeper into the pit. In short, there was no solution to the problem.
…
New Year's Day.
Jin Shui District, Hundred Birds Heights, He family.
Chen Jin's family came to visit his grandparents for the new year.
The New Year's gift was naturally the deluxe version of the Bang Bang robot from Xing Hai Technologies. He had brought a total of five units for his grandparents, his three uncles, and his aunt. A robot worth $50,000 was given to each of them. It was considered a generous gift.
Grandpa He Chang Hou was very happy. His face was flushed. He held Chen Jin's hand and said, "Good grandson, good grandson. The year before last, it was the Little Star learning machine. This year, it's an even better robot. You didn't break your promise. You said that you would bring a high-tech treasure every year. You didn't break your promise at all. I really want to live to 100 years old. I want to see more good treasures."
"Grandpa, you can do it. With this Bang Bang robot, you can live to 100 years old!"
"Good, good! Hahahaha! "
The old man laughed heartily. He was extremely happy.
Another good thing was that his uncle, He Guo Qiang, had been promoted again this year. He was promoted to the Executive Deputy Mayor of Su Hong City, which was equivalent to the third in command of the city.
Eldest Uncle was promoted so quickly mainly because Ling Feng Jing Mi Company had set up the Bang Bang robot production line in Su Hong City. Another industry worth hundreds of billions had settled in Su Hong City, and it had brought about a large number of jobs, tax revenue, and economic growth. The surrounding Xi City and Kun Shui City were envious.
Chen Jin even received a call from Mayor Yang himself. His words were sincere and he promised many benefits. He hoped that Xing Hai Technologies would place a few production lines in Shang Hai to promote local employment and help the economy of his hometown take off.
But …
Faced with his uncle's two to three calls a day, and considering the relatively low rent, favorable taxes, and low labor costs in Su Hong City, moving the production line to Su Hong City was indeed a cost-effective choice.
Hence, his uncle's position was promoted again. If he did not get promoted, the province would transfer him to the provincial party committee, or the other provinces would also want him. In other words, they would "snatch" him. As long as they snatched He Guo Qiang over, it would be equivalent to snatching Xing Hai Technologies' investment, political achievements, and tax revenue. Who would remain indifferent?
Su Hong City also had to think of ways to keep He Guo Qiang!
Promotion was the only way.
So, as long as Xing Hai Technologies developed well, there was still room for his uncle to rise in the political arena.
Eldest Uncle was well aware of this. He felt a little emotional and helpless, but more than that, he yearned for it. He was filled with lofty sentiments and was determined to show his skills and create a glorious future.
Chen Jin, who had helped him a lot, was not in a good position to thank him in front of everyone. He only raised his glass and said solemnly, "Little Jin, let me give you a toast."
"Eldest Uncle, you're an elder. I should be the one to give you a toast."
Chen Jin stood up and raised his glass to toast with his uncle. Their glasses touched lightly, their eyes met, and they nodded at the same time. Everything was understood without words.
Suddenly, a voice sounded in his ear.
"Little Jin, I saw on the news that Xing Hai Technologies borrowed 50 billion from the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China. Why did you think of borrowing money from the bank? Little Jin, if your company is short of money, I can lend you some without interest. Consider it as an investment in your company."
Chen Jin turned his head!
The one who spoke was his aunt, He Jia, who was all smiles.
There was a hint of gentleness, easygoing, and intellectuality in her tone that he had never heard before.
In short, it was a kind of politeness that he had never seen before.
It even gave Chen Jin the illusion that these words really came out of his aunt's mouth.
But one should never hit a smiling face. Although he was not too fond of his aunt, Chen Jin looked at her and said, "Aunt, whether it's a business or an investment, it's all about making money. It's okay to borrow a small amount without interest, but it's impossible to borrow a large amount. Even blood brothers have to settle accounts clearly, right? I just don't know if you want to invest a large amount or a small amount?"
"3 billion, I can come up with 3 billion."
"Ahem!"
Chen Jin coughed and asked, "Cash?"
"Yes, cash. The trend has changed this year. I've liquidated some of the properties under my name. I have some cash on hand now." Aunt nodded.
"Ahem, ahem, ahem!"
This time, Chen Jin was not the only one coughing. Everyone at the dining table was coughing. His uncles and aunts looked at her in surprise. The old man turned his head to one side and shook it. He felt a little ashamed.
Who would have thought that a woman who had been divorced three times and had a child would have such an amazing net worth. She could come up with 3 billion in cash at once!
Chen Jin took a breath and asked, "Xing Hai Technologies does need funds. But I wonder … how does Aunt want to invest in Xing Hai Technologies?"
"Of course, it's through shares."
He Jia blinked her eyelashes and crossed her fingers. She said faintly, "I've asked someone to estimate the value of Xing Hai Technologies. It's around 600 billion. So, Aunt's request is not high. 3 billion in exchange for 0.5% of the shares.
Hearing this,
Second uncle He Guo Fu's eyes lit up. He said, "Little Jin, I also want to invest in your company. I can come up with 2 billion. You can give me some shares too."
He Guo Fu's eyes sparkled. Xing Hai Technologies was undoubtedly the most profitable technology company in the country. This company was definitely the most worthy of investment in the country.
Moreover, He Guo Fu had already tasted the sweetness of cooperation. The movie "Wa-wah 2," which was released on the 1st of February, had grossed more than 4.8 billion in the box office by the 13th of today. It would be a piece of cake for the domestic box office to break 6 billion.
He Guo Fu, who had invested 100 million in this movie, estimated that he could get a return of 300 to 400 million. The return on investment was as high as 300%.
Seeing that her brother had made money from investing in Xing Hai Technologies, He Jia's heart was moved. Her previously awkward attitude was quickly reversed. She began to welcome Chen Jin with a smile.
Even her daughter, He Xiaoling, was stunned by this change. In private, her mother had said many bad things about her aunt's family, especially her cousin Chen Jin. He was often a negative example of what to do. She would remind her not to learn from her cousin. But now?
For a moment, He Xiaoling felt that her mother had become a stranger. She asked in her heart, "Mom, what about your persistence?"
In fact, she was the same. Her math scores were poor, but she swore that she would not use the Little Star learning machine to improve her math scores. This was a product invented by her cousin, who was a slacker. It was definitely not easy to use. It was useless.
But now … she had almost mastered the knowledge tree of mathematics, physics, and chemistry on the Little Star learning machine. Now, she was first in class for all three subjects.
…
Chen Jin heard the investment request from his second uncle and aunt.
He thought for a moment and said, "Second uncle, auntie, let's forget about the shares.
It's too troublesome with so many people involved. We can't even calculate the dividends. Instead, there might be conflicts and hurt everyone's feelings. It's not good for everyone.
"But I still welcome investments. I can provide two channels."
"First, Xing Hai Technologies intends to separate its investment department and establish a new company, Xing Hai Investment Company, which will mainly invest in the stock market. Second Uncle, Little Aunt, you can invest your money in Xing Hai Investment Company and let our traders buy stocks, funds, securities, and so on. There will be some risks, but there will be no problem in making money. Last year, our company's investment department brought in tens of billions of dollars in investment income to Xing Hai."
Second, if you are afraid of risks and want stability, you can lend it to Xing Hai Technologies in the form of a commercial loan. The interest is higher than bank loans. An annualized rate of 10%. There will be a dividend every year. For example, if you lend me 3 billion, I will give you 300 million in interest every year. The risk is very low, and the principal can be withdrawn at any time. Second uncle, aunt, you can consider it. "
Upon hearing these two proposals.
His aunt, He Jia, gave him a deep look.
She sighed in her heart, "What a scheming kid. Fear of trouble and hurting feelings are all excuses! The evaluation of you in the investment circle is indeed true — the king of monopolization.
I just didn't expect you to be so stingy in front of your relatives. Sigh! "
"I choose the second option. 10% annual interest is not a small amount. I don't need to deposit my company's cash in the bank anymore, haha."
Second uncle laughed. He felt that his nephew, Chen Jin, was too loyal. He would not forget his relatives when there was a chance to make a fortune.
He Jia rolled her eyes at him. She didn't know if her third brother was really stupid or just pretending to be stupid. He was laughing so happily.
But no matter how many thoughts she had, Xing Hai Technologies belonged to Chen Jin. She could not force him. She could only put on a smile and said, "I choose the first option. It's better to invest. I believe that Xing Hai Investments will not let me make a loss."
Chen Jin gave her a thumbs up. "Aunt, a very wise decision."
"Hahaha, Little Jin, let's have a toast. It's a pleasure working with you!" Second uncle raised his glass.
"Alright, cheers!"
Chen Jin, his second uncle, He Guo Fu, and his youngest aunt, He Jia, clinked their glasses together.
After the scheming dissipated, the table was once again filled with laughter and laughter.
It was accompanied by the sound of fireworks exploding outside.
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