Chapter 6: Returning Home in Splendor

Fortunately, Gu Kun quickly provided Liu Min with another opportunity to perform

Gu Kun's decision to reimburse his sister with 40,000 was certainly made after careful consideration

This is not a case of Gu Kun cheating, but rather a fact

Are you cheating

Although his family has been fishing for several years, it is only he himself who has grown tired of eating these expensive fish—this is because they are caught at sea, and due to the slow return to shore, the fish cannot be kept alive and must be consumed out of necessity.

However, the New Year is approaching, and during the first month of the lunar calendar, the boat will naturally be idle for a period of time. Therefore, both parties negotiated the price, offered a slight discount, and agreed on a transaction of 18,000 for three months.

Gu Kun confidently explained to his sister: "Don't worry, our Lanfang passport is visa-free in Huaxia"

In the 1990s, the Huaxia nation granted visa exemptions to only three countries on Earth, namely Japan, Singapore, and Brunei

Wang Han could not help but ask with a hint of jealousy: "Nephew, how much did you actually earn this time? You haven't answered yet."

After all, ancient people believed that it was inauspicious for women to go out to sea, primarily because ancient sailors relied on the weather for their livelihood. With modern weather forecasts being so accurate, there is less superstition, and it is not uncommon for entire families of fishermen to work together on the boat

Liu Min's large ship, weighing 200 tons, costs over 400,000 ringgit. This does not include the complete installation of a cold storage room; if equipped, the price would increase by 50 percent

Gu Pan certainly did not dare to withhold her support for him, but she simply felt it was too arduous

Liu Min's attention was entirely focused on money, leaving him momentarily speechless

After hearing Gu Kun's request, Liu Min and Wang Han were once again taken aback

Then there can be no talk of any gratitude between the two parties, it is merely a transaction

How could Gu Kun actually propose to rent a large ship? How much has this kid really earned?

Gu Kun thought for a moment and ultimately yielded to the "male chauvinism warning," letting out a sigh

Just now, seeing him repay the money and buy decent clothes, the Liu family felt that he had merely earned a few thousand ringgit and was riding high on his success

Brother, do we really have to be in such a hurry? It's only just after the New Year and we're heading out to sea

"Xiao Gu, how much did you actually earn this time? Once this big ship sets sail, you can't expect to make less than ten thousand ringgit a month. Don't let a stroke of good luck make you so proud that you invest all your capital..." Liu Min, being cautious, couldn't help but remind him.

The industry practice for fishing boat leasing is to estimate the rental fee based on the total construction cost divided over a lease term of 5 years. For instance, a new boat costing 400,000 yuan would require the lessor to receive 80,000 yuan per year.

Women simply cannot do calculations; these emotional beings are far too irrational

Gu Pan has been busy since the morning, preparing a sumptuous New Year's Eve dinner, and the siblings enjoyed a warm New Year together

Gu Pan was eating when tears suddenly fell down her cheeks, unable to help feeling a bit shy: "Brother, you are eating fish too, this fish is quite expensive."

He currently has a total asset of 80,000 ringgit, but it is still far from sufficient to purchase a fishing vessel weighing several hundred tons that can sail to China

"Brother, you know so much, it must be what you learned in social studies class." Gu Pan, filled with admiration, did not persuade further but instead changed her tone, saying, "How about I accompany you on your first voyage? With the new ship, you surely won't have enough hands, right? If I help with the chores, you might be able to hire one less person."

The dinner was sumptuous, featuring red wine braised lamb and a steamed barramundi.

Oh, my dear nephew, this time at sea has truly been a great harvest? I knew from the very beginning that you were capable

Thirty to forty thousand? The Liu family members were filled with envy and resentment.

Those expensive varieties of fish, as long as they can survive until reaching the shore, are all to be sold for money

"Uncle Liu, I have come to repay you. Here is 2,100, with 100 counted as interest. Please check it," Gu Kun said as he entered with a cigar in his mouth, directly slapping the money on the table.

As for Gu Kun himself, he was enjoying stewed lamb while opening a bottle of Lao Baigan, pouring and drinking it by himself

Gu Kun specifically kept a few Su Mei and Shan Long in the cabin during this harvest

After reaching an agreement, Gu Kun became a hands-off manager, enjoying a rare moment of rest

Liu Min's face flushed: "I didn't say the rent is over ten thousand; I meant all expenses. Including diesel and supplies, isn't it over ten thousand ringgit a month? Just for the rent, a 200-ton ship costs around six to seven thousand in the market. You understand the industry, uncle wouldn't deceive you."

For these years, Gu Pan has relied on him for companionship, and she has never tasted fresh Su Mei. Now that she has become successful, she naturally wants her sister to have a taste.

Three days later, the siblings went to the dock together to pay Liu Min the remaining balance for the boat and, at the same time, to hire two crew members.

After having dinner, Gu Kun, feeling refreshed after his sister massaged his shoulders, feet, and back, took the money and went to his neighbor's house

Thank you very much for your support, uncle and aunt. Therefore, I will not shortchange you in terms of interest. Gu Kun was very eloquent, effectively blocking any possibility for the other party to continue getting closer.

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Uncle Liu, this time I come not only to repay the money but also to discuss an opportunity with you—I'm not sure if your large boat is available for rent. If so, I would like to rent it for three months

Do I still need to go ashore to eat? If there's no room on the sea, then just eat it; this is all for you! If I let you eat, then you should eat!

Women have a much keener eye for clothing than men

"The rent for a month is over ten thousand? Uncle, are you treating me like a cash cow?" Gu Kun couldn't help but laugh

Since the money he earned this time will be spent through several channels, all in cash, reporting an amount of 40,000 will not raise any suspicions

It is not that he is being selfish, but rather that Liu Min was not genuine in his previous life. When he was in a difficult situation, he chose to pawn his family's broken fishing boat instead of lending him money

However, this is going abroad, and it is so far away. Will we be able to enter the country?

Gu Pan: "Hmph, you are being a male chauvinist! My swimming skills will not hold you back. Besides, I will bring my textbooks to study on my own, and it will definitely not delay my studies. At worst, I can just take a week off when school starts."

Gu Kun: "Since ancient times, there have been no women going to sea; this is considered inauspicious"

Having concluded the business deal, he returned home, and since his younger sister was already asleep, Gu Kun chose not to disturb her

Therefore, Gu Kun intends to rent a ship in the short term to operate the South China Sea route for seafood exports

Finally able to return to Huaxia, Gu Kun felt an immense sense of excitement within

Wang Han, possessing a woman's sensitivity, immediately noticed Gu Kun's attire and appearance

After being reborn, going abroad for the first time on a long voyage, having several acquaintances by my side certainly brings a sense of reassurance

Liu Min's entire family is present, after all, tomorrow is New Year's Eve, and no one will be working.

He only borrowed money for ten days, and a 5% interest rate is already generous. Legally, this is considered usury. Therefore, he will absolutely not allow himself to owe anyone a favor

I didn't expect that even half of the information being concealed would still excite my sister like this

Gu Kun said decisively: "Time does not wait for us, you do not understand at all how great the business opportunity is in going to the north this time"

In other aspects of positioning, Lan Fang is also very similar to Brunei. Therefore, it is only natural that China has granted it visa exemption

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"You should rest quickly, I will go cook now, and after we finish eating, I will give you a foot massage." Gu Pan skipped away to prepare the meal

The next day is New Year's Eve, and after getting up, he shared his plans with Gu Pan.

Wang Han sensed Gu Kun's aloofness and felt somewhat awkward. Observing Gu Kun's dignified demeanor and not wanting to create animosity, she could only engage in small talk about trivial matters to ease the tension.

Therefore, in terms of visa-free access, those small countries naturally have an advantage. After all, there are only a few tens of thousands of people, and even the poorest corners cannot be too impoverished.

Gu Kun looked speechless: "Alright, alright, I have already been excited at sea these past few days, and I have gotten used to it now, so let me take a break."

Gu Kun spoke these words after careful consideration

Both parties signed the contract on the spot and paid the deposit

Although Lanfang is poorer than Lijiapo, it is also a nation composed entirely of ethnic Chinese, sharing the same language and ethnicity as Huaxia

"About 30,000 to 40,000, I suppose. Who can blame me for having good luck?" Gu Kun also revealed the "truth" only after the contract was signed, to avoid the other party raising the price

Upon seeing him in a LEE brand hard linen shirt, jeans, and a denim hat with sunglasses, Wang Han quickly discerned that they were all genuine items

Now that he has been reborn, he has not failed to offer opportunities, yet Liu Min remains unsatisfied. It was Gu Kun who proposed to wager on the future, which is why he took out the money.

The value of a country's passport is actually not related to the upper limit of its citizens, but rather to the lower limit. In other words, it depends on how poor the poorest people in that country are and whether they are inclined to attempt illegal immigration.