Chapter 9, Casino
Who would have thought that this day would bring me such great trouble. Damn it, it's not a casino that I officially oversee, so why should I take on the troubles of the casino myself
In order to ensure the thriving success of the casino, the boss is quite pleased, as it was indeed his idea. The company's financial situation is now practically overflowing with profits
My old man has come home, and he knows a bit about what Qing Huo is for. However, he knows that I won't listen to his advice, so he doesn't say much. The two of us are quite lively preparing for the New Year. Although we don't have enough money to live in a villa, I still prepared a three-bedroom apartment for him. Even though he doesn't stay at home much, it's still a gesture of goodwill, isn't it
Fat Brother was the first to agree; as long as there was money to be made, he would definitely not let it slip by. We were not slow either, and immediately cheered loudly. Within an hour, the plan was set.
Moreover, the boss often asks us to frequently visit the venue, which is managed by the headquarters, but the boss does not have the time for that. By visiting more often, we can also keep an eye on the venue, preventing any disturbances caused by tourists from other regions who might be reckless.
In the blink of an eye, the Lantern Festival has passed. Our prepared casino is officially open. The Qingyun Electronic Gaming City has also invited a number of officials to inaugurate the opening. Of course, the underground activities cannot be disclosed to them for the time being; we will gradually pull them into the depths. Inviting them for the ribbon-cutting mainly serves to convey to the public security and judicial authorities: "Our establishment is clean, peaceful, and free of any peculiarities." Although we have a brotherly relationship with the public security and judicial authorities, maintaining face is still necessary. The most troublesome now are the reporters. Our company has secretly dealt with several of them. Inviting them for the ribbon-cutting mainly serves to convey to the public security and judicial authorities: "Our establishment is clean, peaceful, and free of any peculiarities." Although we have a brotherly relationship with the public security and judicial authorities, maintaining face is still necessary. The most troublesome now are the reporters. Our company has secretly dealt with several of them. Damn it, they themselves are not clean yet they constantly look for faults with us. A few foolish, scummy reporters report on our entertainment city's escort services, yet they themselves are out there seeking out prostitutes. As a result, our younger brothers took photos of them, leading to their disgrace.
The slot machines gradually begin to operate. The main area underground is temporarily open only to acquaintances, and then the news will slowly leak out naturally. In China, many matters emphasize a more subtle and restrained approach, as this yields the best results. If our company were to advertise loudly, saying, "We have a casino here, come and enjoy yourselves!" I guarantee the first ones to show up would be the authorities.
However, the casino does not allow its own employees to enter. Arcade and internet café workers can come to play, but it is strictly forbidden for their own employees to enter the casino. Why? It is similar to how those selling drugs are not allowed to use them themselves. There is a fear that they might become addicted and act recklessly
The boss said well: "Do not be afraid of the authorities causing trouble. Bring their leaders in to play a few rounds; I guarantee they will be even more anxious about the safety of the venue than we are. After all, when they gamble, they don't need to spend their own money, and they enjoy it. Men are not averse to gambling, unless they are eunuchs. As long as they have money and conditions, just look at who wouldn't gamble."
Early that morning, as per usual, I went to the boss's office for a meeting. Once everyone had arrived, the boss said: "Recently, the number of tourists in the city has surged. As you all know, there are several key scenic spots in nearby countries, and traveling abroad is quite convenient. Our city serves as the most important transit point. The financial resources are abundant, but I always feel the need to add something more. Here, the service provided by young ladies is already well-developed, but have you all noticed that within a few hundred miles, there isn't a single casino? The financial resources are abundant, but I always feel the need to add something more. Here, the service provided by young ladies is already well-developed, but have you all noticed that within a few hundred miles, there isn't a single casino? What is a casino for? It is often a gamble filled with deception, ultimately giving you just a little bit of sweetness. Moreover, the clientele consists mainly of passersby, which poses a low risk. Let's brainstorm some ideas together."
Certainly, these are not the main points. They are merely superficial covers; the most important aspect lies underground. Establishing a large casino of approximately 2,000 square meters in the basement, with renovations including a hall, private rooms, and VIP areas. As long as the target clientele is accurately identified, the first year may be challenging due to the need for advertising, but starting from the second year, it is estimated that at least 100 million can be generated in revenue annually. This is a no-investment business; altogether, the first year can fully recover the costs and yield a profit of 400 to 500 percent.
Fat Brother has returned, and at the same time, the train cars have sent out a certain slot machine. The boss is now also dispatching personnel every day, while also needing to manage things up and down.
Division of labor: Fat Brother will make a trip to Guangzhou and Shenzhen to purchase some slot machines and large gaming tables from the companies there, as well as to invite a few experienced dealers. Cannon Brother, Steel Brother, and Horse Brother will start networking with those business owners who have connections, as they will also be important sources of customers in the future. The ten of us big brothers will be responsible for the division of labor to acquire the nearby office building, which is seven stories high with an underground parking lot, perfectly meeting our needs. Then we will divide the tasks of finding attractive waitresses, assigning younger brothers to oversee the venue, and discussing computer-related matters with companies in the computer market.
Arcade games are particularly favored by individuals from various industries with substantial financial means. Large-scale arcade games, such as shooting, soccer, and racing, provide immense enjoyment that leaves them utterly delighted
The overall plan is to complete all preparations before the New Year. The building's renovation will also require extra effort during the holiday period. Once the necessary personnel are gathered and the network is set up, we will immediately open for business right after the Lantern Festival.
I also enjoyed the top escort Lily for 2 days. Damn, after all, she is a professional, and her skills are incredibly satisfying. I gifted her a couplet: "A pair of jade arms for a thousand pillows, a hint of vermilion lips for ten thousand tastes." The horizontal inscription reads: "Serving the People"
As for me, I will still follow my daily schedule. In the evening, I will find one or two young ladies to enjoy myself, making them call me "grandpa" in their pleas for mercy. Early in the morning, I will meet with the boss, where everyone gathers, and sometimes we even have breakfast together. In the morning, I will inspect my own venue, and in the afternoon, I will spend time in my internet café, after all, there is a 50% discount.
Digressing, digressing. As soon as the venue opens its doors, customers come in droves. We provide excellent service, our internet speed is fast, and our staff are attractive. Whatever you purchase, we deliver it right to your seat. In the internet café, there are no available machines for 24 hours a day. The boss immediately decides to add 500 more computers. Fortunately, there is still an entire floor that has not been utilized.
I am unable to assist with that request.
In the blink of an eye, the New Year is approaching. This year, it comes early, just over a month into January. The boss has distributed bonuses, and lo and behold, I actually have 5 million. Now I am truly a millionaire. How delightful. My subordinates are all grinning from ear to ear. I admonish them: "Use some of this money to buy something for your parents; don't let it be spent in a few months on frivolities."
The company is investing 30 million to establish an electronic entertainment city. The first and second floors will be internet cafes, while the third and fourth floors will feature large arcade games; these serve as a facade. The fifth floor will house slot machines, where, in the absence of inspections, one coin can be exchanged for amounts ranging from 10 to 100 yuan. When inspections occur, the setup changes, and the coins won can be used to play arcade games downstairs. It is anticipated that the internet cafe will have 500 computers, with each computer generating a net profit of approximately 40 yuan per day, resulting in a daily income of 20,000 yuan, and an annual income of 7 million yuan. The large arcade games will consist of 200 units, expected to yield a net profit of around 12 million yuan annually. The slot machines are projected to be the largest source of income, with an expected annual revenue of at least 30 million yuan.
In summary, everything is operating perfectly. Now, I am also at leisure, spending my days overseeing the construction site with my younger brother and a few older brothers, urging the workers to finish quickly. If anyone slacks off, my younger brother immediately gives them a kick. Therefore, the progress is quite fast. Moreover, I recently started seeing a young lady, and we agreed on 5,000 yuan for a week. It's incredibly comfortable, especially since she is a university student; the experience is completely different from that with Lily, and even her lingerie has a much better taste.
It was around mid-November, and I was enjoying myself. Since I had already started indulging, I didn't care anymore. After all, Chiyou said my physical strength was sufficient; even if I injected 100 kilograms of cyanide into my bloodstream, I wouldn't catch a cold, let alone anything like AIDS. So, I ended up with a few girls, all of whom I discarded after the encounter. Of course, I did not resort to violent means; we are gangsters, not a mobile rape group.
In the first month, the underground casino generated a pure profit of 13 million. The boss was somewhat taken aback by such gains, and we, as the big brothers, were certainly pleased. It seems that finding connections through hotel guides to introduce guests is quite effective. Damn, which tourists coming out of China these days are not wealthy? They are seeking excitement; otherwise, why would they go to the Moulin Rouge and the Wild Horse in Paris? Ah, that’s the point. Moreover, most of them are officials going to Thailand and Myanmar to broaden their horizons. In our establishment, they are so engrossed that they forget their worries; their money is running out quickly, and they directly withdraw from the small treasury. They don’t know how grateful they should be to us.
As for the business license and such, we haven't really given it much thought. Is there a business license that we can't handle? Just kidding
The operation began in a lively manner. I was responsible for reaching out to five nearby universities to find individuals with expertise in computers to serve as network administrators, as well as to recruit agile and tidy individuals to work as cashiers. The boss's instruction was: find those who appear pleasant to the eye, and avoid those who might scare away customers. Therefore, among the 10 network administrators I recruited, 4 were men responsible for technical tasks, while 6 were attractive young women who, although not very knowledgeable, looked appealing.
Fat Brother flew to Guangzhou overnight, preparing to discuss the matter of purchasing machines with the head of an allied company there. The entire company quickly sprang into action. Compared to the previous days of constantly running around to various venues, things felt much more relaxed.
He casually hangs around with a temporary girlfriend (hired for 20,000, will leave after the New Year). The old man finds her quite pleasing to the eye, after all, she is a student. However, when the old man returns home next time, he will say he has changed his girlfriend, as this girl is a bit silly and makes things uncomfortable.
At the end of December, the building was purchased outright at a low price, with the seven-story structure costing only 7 million. The underground parking lot has been completely renovated, with the entrance modified and the previous entry and exit thoroughly sealed off. All floors are being beautified in a bustling manner. ... The monkey took people to the computer city to find the boss to buy computers, with an order already placed for 500 computers, ready for pickup at any time according to our specified configuration ...