Chapter 139 What’s Wrong with Being Patriotic?
Seeing Li Changhe looking at him, Director Lu shook his head.

"You kid, you really know how to give people problems."

What can I say about Li Changhe's behavior? It is unprecedented.

Seek private loans from capitalists and then operate the capital market?
If this had happened more than ten years ago, Li Changhe's fate would have been predictable based on this alone.

But now, although Director Lu has just returned, he also knows the changes at the top.

The fact that Bao Yugang was able to visit is proof of this.

"Mr. Lu, please help me report this matter to the government to see if it will allow me to make this attempt."

"Besides that, there is another point to make. If I make the right judgment, the benefit of this money may be huge."

Li Changhe said seriously.

The profit in the futures market is actually quite easy to calculate. The amount obtained by multiplying the contract price difference by the contract multiplier by the number of lots is the profit.

Of course, this does not include the handling fee, but it is pretty much the same overall.

According to Li Changhe's memory, even if the initial capital was only one million US dollars, the final profit would probably be calculated in billions.

And the unit is US dollars.

To be honest, Li Changhe had no intention of monopolizing the money. He was well aware that the country was short of foreign exchange after the reform and opening up.

Even if the higher-ups decided to take all the money, Li Changhe would have no objection to it.

It's not that he is so noble, but when he was writing in his previous life, he researched the materials and knew very clearly how difficult the situation was for the country during that period.

It is no exaggeration to say that the country is facing internal and external troubles and enemies on all sides, and the economy is on the verge of collapse.

Reform and opening up was the vision of that person, but in fact it was something that had to be done.

Because before that, the entire country's economic operation model could be said to be completely supported by the prestige of one person.

The unconditional trust of more than one billion people, this terrifying influence and execution ability is something that no one can achieve today.

The more Li Changhe studied these things in his previous life, the more he felt that for the country to reach that point in the future, it would be like walking on thin ice and every step would be difficult.

So when a short video circulated on Douyin showing the director crying with excitement because the country had an aircraft carrier, Li Changhe felt the same way.

Because he really knows a lot about the sufferings that the country and its people have endured abroad in those years.

For example, the Galaxy was forced to stop in the Red Sea due to groundless accusations.

With the temperature at around 40 or 50 degrees, the cabin was as hot as a steamer. Without water or electricity, food was difficult to preserve. Ultimately, for the sake of the crew's safety, the country had to give in.

There are actually many similar things. It can even be said that it involves not only ordinary people but also the upper echelons. When Li Changhe found out about some of them, he was shocked.

So in this life, Li Changhe came. He didn’t have much ability, and he had never thought of becoming the nation’s navigator.

But he is willing to do his best to contribute to the country's revival.

He has many ways to make money, and it's not like he will be poor in the future if he misses this opportunity.

So from the very beginning, Li Changhe didn't intend to hide anything, including the profits.

He openly contacted Bao Yugang and publicly put forward his own plan, including asking Director Lu to report it and wait for national approval.

He had no objection whether the money was left to him or the state took it away and gave him foreign exchange coupons or great unity.

What's wrong with being patriotic?
After hearing what Li Changhe said, Director Lu certainly knew what he meant.

As expected, this classmate Li Changhe has very positive ideas.

"There really hasn't been a similar case before, and mainly because there aren't many people as bold as you."

"I'll ask later and see what the higher-ups decide."

Director Lu said with a smile.

"It's just right. It's getting late. Why don't I treat everyone to a meal and we can talk while we eat."

Bao Yugang stood up at this time and said cheerfully.

Director Lu nodded in agreement, and Li Changhe naturally obeyed his order.

Although I have eaten at the Beijing Hotel many times and also had state banquet dishes, I have to say that the taste of the meal Bao Yugang treated me to was really good.

Of course, at the dinner table, Li Changhe also got to know Bao Yugang better, for example, he was a very humorous rich man.

He has high emotional intelligence and is particularly good at chatting. At the dinner table, Bao Yugang also told Li Changhe a lot of his business experiences, which benefited Li Changhe a lot.

After dinner, Li Changhe left with Director Lu.

"Come on, Changhe-san. I'll take you back to school."

Director Lu's car had been parked at the Beijing Hotel. It was so late, so of course he had to take Li Changhe back.

"Thank you, Mr. Lu."

Li Changhe was not being pretentious at this time. It was so late and there were no buses left. It would be nice to get a ride back.

Two people got in the car, the car started, and drove towards Peking University first.

"Student Changhe, are all the things you said today your own thoughts?"

Director Lu sat in the car and took the initiative to chat with Li Changhe.

“Some of them were thought of by reading journal materials, and some were taught by teachers in class.”

"Mr. Lu, because I write novels, I think a lot, especially about the psychology of characters."

"Then I discovered that many theories in economics, especially Western economics, are just theories. Theories are just summaries and conclusions. When you return to reality, it all comes down to two words: greed."

"Capital is profit-seeking. As long as there is a desire to seek profit, many of their actions can be predicted."

"So, you predicted their prediction?"

Director Lu unexpectedly picked up on the future's joke and said to Li Changhe with a smile.

"After I discovered this, I put myself in their shoes and felt that there is a lot of room for maneuver."

"How should I put it? If we follow the demand of the silver market, theoretically, even if we don't have a layout, the futures volatility of the silver market will not be particularly large. Even if we lose money, I don't think we will lose much."

“But if there is a real layout, then if you make money, you will make a lot of money.”

"From a statistical point of view, if the loss margin is low and the profit margin is large, then this investment is worthwhile."

“It might be worth a try.”

Li Changhe said to Director Lu seriously.

Director Lu nodded with admiration: "This is talent."

"But to be honest, from a personal point of view, I support you. Just like you said, we can't just stay in theory. Even if they are enemies, we should understand their true situation."

“Only by knowing yourself and your enemy can you be victorious in every battle.”

Finally, Director Lu expressed his support for Li Changhe. He was also engaged in economics back then, so Li Changhe's ideas actually have many similarities with his back then.

Soon, the car arrived at the gate of Peking University. This time, Li Changhe did not drive in. He got out of the car, said goodbye to Director Lu, and then walked in from the school gate.

Sitting in the car, Director Lu took another look at the plaque above the gate of Peking University.

Peking University is worthy of being called this, a place of free thought that dares to be the first in the world.

"Let's go!"

As Director Lu spoke softly, the car started and disappeared into the night.

On the other hand, Li Changhe, who returned to Peking University, breathed a sigh of relief.

After more than a year of planning and careful planning, the final success or failure depends on these few days. However, it is October of 78 now, so there shouldn't be any problems.

When Li Changhe returned to the dormitory, several of his classmates were still awake.

When Li Changhe came in, everyone immediately became excited.

"Changhe is back?"

"What on earth have you been doing today, being so mysterious?"

"Many classmates are worried about you."

In the dormitory, Lao Tao and the others were talking at once.

Li Changhe smiled and shook his head: "Nothing, it's about the Jingcheng Hotel."

"There's a customer over there who can't find enough help, so he asked me to help out temporarily."

"I'm going to wash up first."

Li Changhe then walked out with the basin.

When I came back, the topic in the dormitory had changed.

"I think the part where Du Qiu deciphered the secrets was too monotonous and the logic didn't make sense."

"But that Mayumi is still very beautiful."

“I never thought Tokyo would be so developed now.”

When Li Changhe came back, Lao Tao and the others were chatting.

"What are you talking about?"

After Li Changhe came in and put down the basin, he asked curiously.

"Hey, Changhe, you're in trouble today. There's a new movie playing in the dining hall tonight. It's a Japanese movie called 'The Chase'. It's really good."

"You mean to say that some of the scenes in it are particularly beautiful."

Yi Gang said with a smile beside him.

The films screened at Peking University are different from those outside, and the school can often get some original films.

Then some films will contain some explicit shots, which can be seen by Peking University students.

You have to know that most people have been quite depressed these years. They can get excited for a long time just by watching long legs in white socks in a ballet, let alone such explicit shots.

"Putting aside those scenes, let's just talk about the content of the movie. It's much better than any North Korean or Eastern European movie."

"There are horses, private planes, and jet fighters in there. It's amazing."

At this time, Lao Tao still refused to admit that he went to see the movie just for those scenes.

"Those are nothing special, but I think his clothes are nice. Du Qiu's stand-up collar windbreaker is quite handsome."

He Xiaofeng on the side also spoke with a strong Cantonese accent at this time.

"Oh, by the way, I think it will be shown again tomorrow, Changhe, let's go watch it together tomorrow!"

Lao Tao said with a smile at this time.

Generally speaking, schools will screen such sensational films several times to try to let as many students as possible see them.

Sure enough, the next night, "The Chase" started playing again in the dining room.

This time there were more students coming to watch it, and even those who had seen it once were watching it a second time with great interest.

Li Changhe also watched it and soon understood why the movie became so popular.

A crime film with elements of reasoning, the bright lights and nightlife of Tokyo, and some relatively large-scale shots, how could it not be popular in China at this time?
In fact, Li Changhe still underestimated the influence of "The Chase".

Over the next two days, the school was full of students talking about "The Chase", whether during breaks, in the dormitories, or even in the literature club.

A group of people were talking about the hunt with great interest.

Even on Wednesday when Li Changhe returned home, Zhu Lin happily talked to him about "The Chase"

All I can say is that in this era, when a new overseas life is suddenly presented to young men and women, it can easily cause a sensation.

Only Li Changhe, in his eyes, the pursuit is just so-so, neither good nor bad, just an ordinary movie with no interest.

Li Changhe doesn't even think much of the male and female protagonists in the movie, as the male is not as handsome as him.

As for the women, their looks are average. How can they compare with Mao Ozawa, Norika Fujiwara, and Akina Nakamori?
As for the reasoning and solving of cases in it, Li Changhe found it even more boring.

But it doesn’t matter for others, but since his own wife likes it, Li Changhe still has to be patient and talk to her.

After some serious exercise in the evening, Zhu Lin leaned comfortably in Li Changhe's arms.

"By the way, Changhe, what have you been busy with these days?"

That weekend, Li Changhe said goodbye to teacher Wang Chongqiu and left without waiting for her.

Later, she went straight back to school. She didn't know what Li Changhe was so anxious about.

Then she also went to school early the next morning, and didn't think of asking until she came back today, Wednesday.

"Well, I unexpectedly met a wealthy businessman from Hong Kong Island at the Jingcheng Hotel that day, and I happened to have something to ask him, so I hurried back to school."

"I wrote a business plan for him and then passed it to him through the school. I am currently waiting for notification from above!"

Li Changhe simply spoke to Zhu Lin.

After hearing this, Zhu Lin's expression changed slightly.

"Changhe, does this count as you taking the initiative to make connections overseas?"

Zhu Lin hesitated for a moment and spoke softly.

"Of course not. I applied to the school and the foreign affairs department in an open and aboveboard manner. Besides, I think that overseas connections won't matter in the future."

"You see, even Japanese movies can be shown openly now, which shows that our concepts have changed immediately."

"You could learn the filming techniques of 'The Chase'. This kind of suspenseful film will be quite popular in the future."

Li Changhe said softly.

"We're researching it at school, but those boys are too noisy."

"I heard when I went back this time that Zhang Yimou and his friends secretly killed the chickens that the teacher raised and roasted them for food this weekend."

"We grilled it and ate it on the roof of the dormitory."

"Okay, now that you put it that way I understand. Your school cafeteria is really terrible. It's forcing them to this point."

"You can't steal chickens, it will make our teacher so angry."

"Just wait and see. Your school will have a lot of trouble in the future. It's only been less than a month since the start of the semester, and there are still many years to go."

"Once is new, twice is familiar. Old Tian and his gang will definitely do their best to make trouble in the future."

Li Changhe was well aware that the hands-on abilities of these young people who had been educated youth were far beyond the reach of later students.

Forget about stealing a chicken. Even if we ask them to set up an armed work team in Zhuxinzhuang, they will probably be able to do it.

By the time these people have figured out the surrounding situation, stealing chickens can be considered a basic operation.

Soon, it was Friday afternoon. Li Changhe had just returned to the dormitory when he saw a jeep parked downstairs of the dormitory building.

It seems that the result he has been waiting for has finally come!
(More will be added in the evening!)

(End of this chapter)