Chapter 523

On the other end of the cell phone, Zhang Jianguo hung up his cell phone.

Zhang Jianmin couldn’t help but ask, “Brother, Captain Li, what did he say?”

“Captain Li said he’s out of town and won’t be able to return until a few days back, so we’ll talk about it when he comes back.”

Zhang Jianmin thought briefly, his face changed slightly, “He was in Los Angeles two days ago, how did he suddenly run away to the field? It can’t be a pretext, right?”

Zhang Jianguo was a bit uncertain and complained, “Yesterday I said to call Captain Li, you dawdled there, hesitating this and that, now it’s good, people are not happy.

Want to wait for an accurate letter, at least a week’s time.

We have already completely offended Jinlang Building Material Company, if something happens this week, we don’t even have a place to reason.”

Zhang Jianmin also felt aggrieved: “This can’t be blamed on me ah, the company’s 20% of the shares is not a small amount, this is not only our business, but also have to give an explanation to the family ah.

Besides, when we encountered indecisive things in the past, you did not give me face, and directly made a decision.

Why didn’t you make a decision yesterday? Didn’t you also hesitate?”

“Okay, let’s not talk about this, think about how to solve it, and also, don’t tell your daughter-in-law everything in the future.

He’s a woman who doesn’t know much, she’s short-sighted.”

“I don’t want to talk about it either, but I’m afraid that we’ll have a fight in the future.”

“Alright, don’t tell your daughter-in-law about this in the future, we’ll tell her when we’re done.”

“Brother, what do you think Captain Li means now?”

“Either he really has something to do and has gone out of town.

Either that or he thinks we have a bad attitude and is deliberately leaving them hanging.

The worst possibility is that he doesn’t want to work with us anymore.”

Zhang Jianmin scratched his head with his hand, “I don’t think so, Jinlang Building Material Company is a trouble for us, but it’s not a big deal for him, isn’t our cooperation with him equal to giving him money for nothing?”

Zhang Jianguo glared at him, “I’m telling you, don’t say this again in the future, you’re not a fool, how would you take the initiative to give people money for nothing? You are not a fool, how would you take the initiative to give them money for nothing?

Jin and other building materials company for others is not a matter, but for us is a big trouble.

Bill Gates has a trillion, that is also their own, will not share a dime with you.

You change this idea for me before it’s too late, otherwise I’d rather not cooperate with Captain Li, saving you from causing big trouble in the future.”

“Brother, don’t be angry, I’m just telling you, I’m not stupid, why would I tell an outsider.

I just think that Captain Li has no reason not to cooperate with us, it’s good for us and good for him.”

“This is true in general, I am afraid ……” Zhang Jianguo said, his face was a little unnatural.

Zhang Jianmin pursued, “Afraid of what?”

“I’m afraid that Jin Lang Building Material Company will also look for him to cooperate, if Jin Lang Building Material Company finds him and proposes more favorable conditions for cooperation, will he give up his cooperation with us?”

Zhang Jianmin opened his mouth wide with an unbelievable look, “I don’t think so, Captain Li is a police officer, and Jin Lang Building Material Company is backed by a gang, how could they possibly cooperate?”

Zhang Jianguo said worriedly, “I don’t know if they will cooperate, but I know that if both of them cooperate, our company will be dead.”

Zhang Jianmin also blanched, “Why don’t I go to the Detective Bureau and look for Captain Li, maybe he really wants to hang us out to dry, I’ll look for him to admit his faults and lower his stance a bit, what do you say?”

Zhang Jianguo considered carefully and shook his head, “No, since Captain Li said he is not in Los Angeles, even if he is there, we can only pretend that he is not there.

Even more so, we can’t take the initiative to look for him, we can only wait.

Otherwise, if we really have to poke our faces, there will really be no room for return.”

“Then we will do nothing and wait all the time, won’t this make people anxious to death?”

“Let me think about it.” Zhang Jianguo’s heart was also in a state of flux, when he met with Luke the day before yesterday, the other party proposed to ask for 20% of the shares, reason told Zhang that this was a good opportunity for cooperation, and it would be favorable to them.

However, if he really wants to let him give up 20% of the shares, he is more or less unwilling to do so, which is why he didn’t contact Luke immediately yesterday.

Who knew that after only one day, Luke’s side had changed again, and he might not be able to give out the 20% of shares even if he wanted to.

He began to suffer again, regretting that he didn’t make a decision yesterday, if Luke came to him now, he would definitely hand over 20% of the shares to the other party without any hesitation, without any hesitation, and willingly.

By the way, Luke is going to get in by way of investment, surely he won’t ask for the shares directly, but will fund the purchase of the shares.

Wasn’t the amount of shares purchased also an attitude?

This was also considered a chance to show goodwill.

Zhang Jianguo looked at his younger brother at the side, “Jianmin, I’m prepared to sell 20% of the company’s shares to Captain Li at a price of twenty thousand dollars, what do you think?”

Zhang Jianmin’s eyes widened, a little meaty, “20% of the company’s shares will only be sold for 20,000 dollars!

What’s the difference between this and giving it away for nothing?”

Zhang Jianguo waved his hand and said without question, “It’s settled.”

Zhang Jianmin “……”

What did you do earlier?

Now it’s back to this.

You were so tough yesterday, didn’t the contract get signed?

It’s not as if you sold your shares at a cabbage price.

Still have the nerve to blame me.

Zhang Jianguo ignored his brother’s broken thoughts, edited a text message and sent it to Luke.

The content of the text message had two main points, one was to show his willingness to cooperate.

The second was that he offered to sell 20% of his shares at a price of twenty thousand dollars.

Face and face were given, and Zhang Jianguo did what he could, and his heart was solid.

The rest was all up to God’s will.

St. Thomas Island Pier.

Dozens of luxury yachts were docked here.

There were more than 50 islands in total in the US Virgin Islands, and many tourists who came here would rent a yacht and shuttle between the islands, which was also a major feature of local tourism.

At this moment, Luke also boarded a white luxury yacht, the Chris.

The yacht had upper and lower floors, with a total length of nearly one hundred feet, the yacht was gorgeously decorated and fully equipped, with a cockpit, parlor, small bar, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and bathrooms, it was much more luxurious than the yacht that Luke used to sea fish in the past.

“Bang bang ……”

A quick running sound came from the deck, and Cobalt ran around with gusto: “Oh my god! This yacht is so beautiful, can I take a picture? I can’t wait to post a Facebook.”

“No, better not.” Lilith explained, “Don’t forget the purpose of our visit, you posting a Facebook is like exposing our whereabouts.

It’s not necessarily dangerous, but it’s better to do more than less.”

Luke revealed an approving look, although he came to treasure hunting with a playful mindset, there are some low-level mistakes that he can not make or try not to make them, people can be killed, but they can not be killed by stupidity.

“So can I take pictures first? I’ll post it on Facebook when the treasure hunt is over.”

“Good idea.” Lilith held out her right hand, “Let me take your picture, I’ve learned videography before.” Lilith looked aside again to Luke, who incidentally said, “I also learned scuba diving and first aid.”

Luke looked around, “This is specifically for me?”

“I just don’t want to be treated like a rich kid who only drags his feet.”

“I never said that.”

“But some people do.”

Luke said, “It doesn’t really matter what one thinks or says, it’s all about what one does.”

“You’re right, as the person in charge of this treasure hunt, I really should do something.” Lilith glanced at her watch, “Give everyone half an hour to pack.

In half an hour, Cobalt will sail the boat.

We’ll familiarize ourselves with the surroundings, and at seven in the evening, we’ll have a small party on the yacht.

Celebrate the official establishment of our treasure hunting squad.

What does everyone think?”

“Good idea.”

“You are the Boss.”

Soon, the crowd split up, Luke didn’t have much luggage, some equipment for outdoor use and a few changes of thin clothes, he was the first to pack.

The yacht has matching fishing rods and tackle, Luke simply sat on the deck fishing, this feeling is still very cool.

At the same time there was a doubt in his heart, the yacht was indeed comfortable to live in, but was it really suitable for treasure hunting?

However, considering Lilith’s identity and the real intention of treasure hunting, Luke didn’t say anything more.

Half an hour later.

Chris yacht officially set sail, quickly traveling in the blue waves of the Caribbean Sea, the sea water is very clear, visibility is very high, you can clearly see the fish swimming in the sea, the sea water is shallow, you can also see the bottom of the sea white sandy beach.

Luke fixed two fishing rods next to the ship’s side, one fish line is thicker, one fish line is thinner, different fish lines with different hooks, catching different kinds of fish.

Fixed the fishing rods, Luke stood next to the boat ramp to enjoy the surrounding scenery, the beauty of the Caribbean Sea is not worse than the island of Hawaii, and here there are many islands, each island has a different scenery.

Luke looked at the magnificent seascape and beautiful natural scenery, almost forgetting about the treasure hunt, thinking he was here on vacation.

A fragrant wind came, Luke twisted his head to look and saw Lilith standing not far away, watching the distance with binoculars.

Luke tried, “Anything?”

“No, the island where the treasure is suspected to be hidden is rather remote, I’m afraid I can’t go there today.”

Luke asked, “Where did you find Cobalt and Elsa Marin, are you familiar with them?”

“Not too familiar.”

“Reliable?”

“Cobalt Girl’s mother has worked in our family for a long time, and Cobalt Girl has been smart since she was a child, especially talented in electronics, and my father is sponsoring her for college.

Elsa Marin was also recommended by one of the elders, she met her on vacation over here, she went to college stateside and is familiar with the area, she’s a good choice for a guide.”

Luke asked, “How sure are you about finding the treasure?”

“I don’t know, although I made a lot of preparations beforehand, but I am after all the first time I have ever gone treasure hunting ……,” Lilith showed a you-know-what expression.

Luke curiously said, “Besides that treasure map, are there any other clues about the treasure?”

Lilith hesitated slightly, then revealed a sweet smile, “Your fish is hooked.”

Luke twisted his head, and sure enough, he saw that the thick-lined fishing rod had moved, and Luke steadily grabbed the rod and dragged it hard.

“Boom.”

The 100-pound line was taut, and a tremendous force seemed to yank Luke out of the boat.

It was on the big one.

Luke lengthened the line to expend this fish’s strength first.

Lilith asked, “Need any help?”

“This fish is so strong, we may not be able to pull it up for a while, tell Cobalt to lower the speed of the boat.”

“OK,” Lilith went to the wheelhouse.

It didn’t take long for the yacht’s speed to drop.

But the pull on the fishing line was still so strong that Luke had to release the line again.

There was a “plop” and the big fish surfaced briefly, although it was far away, Luke had a feeling it would be a bluefin tuna.

Luke was a bit surprised, he was lucky today.

However, fishing for bluefin tuna was hard work, Luke would have to get someone to help him.

“Hey ladies, any regulars at the gym? Come over here and give us a hand.”

Elsa Marin came over, “I rarely go to the gym, but I’ve been out fishing with my dad since I was eight, so I should be able to help you out.”

“This guy is big, be prepared.”

Elsa Marin came over, “Any idea what kind of fish it is?”

“I think it’s a bluefin tuna.”

Elsa Marin was a little envious, “Congratulations.”

Lilith waved a flag, “That’s a good sign, I love bluefin tuna.”

Luke was a little tired after twenty minutes of pulling with the bluefin tuna and handed the rod over to Elsa Marin on the sidelines.

Elsa Marin didn’t look very strong for her size, and Luke was worried at first that she wouldn’t be able to pull the fishing rod.

But after Elsa Marin took the rod, she actually held on steadily, and her dragging skills were so skillful that her fishing skills surpassed Luke’s.

Elsa Marin held on for more than ten minutes, and was also somewhat unable to hold on, and handed it over to Luke again.

At this time, the bluefin tuna’s strength was already much smaller than before, Luke began to try to reel in the line, the bluefin tuna surfaced again, and when the bluefin tuna was dragged to the vicinity of the yacht, Elsa Marin picked up the harpoon and stabbed it down hard.

The harpoon stabbed the bluefin tuna, causing it to roll over on the surface, blood staining the sea around it.

Elsa Marin then wrapped a rope around the bluefin tuna’s tail, and the crowd worked together to pull the bluefin tuna onto the deck.

The bluefin tuna wasn’t too big, only about a meter, and its weight was estimated to be less than 200 pounds, much smaller than the one Luke had caught earlier.

It was also because of this that the three of them were able to pull the bluefin tuna onto the yacht with their combined efforts.

If the bluefin tuna had been too big and heavy, it would have been difficult to yank it onto the deck of the yacht.

Luke bled the bluefin tuna, cut the veins and arteries, removed the gills and guts, cleaned the fish, and chilled it in ice water.

Luke moved swiftly and without a pause, and by the time he finished handling the tuna he was exhausted and sweating.

If not handled in time, the fish would not be fresh.

Luke briefly washed up, Lilith was kind enough to hand over a towel, “What are you going to do with this fish?”

Luke said, “We definitely can’t finish this fish, we can cut down a few dozen pounds of meat and keep it to eat, and sell the rest.”

Lilith said, “Why don’t you sell it to me.”

“What are you buying it for?”

“There are quite a few yachts parked at the pier, they should be tourists coming here for vacation as well, I want to share the meat of the bluefin tuna with them, after all, we caught it ourselves, I think it’s very meaningful and should be shared with everyone.”

Elsa Marin reminded, “This bluefin tuna is worth at least ten thousand dollars.”

“I’ll give you twenty thousand dollars.”

The premium was high, so what reason did Luke have to disagree?

On the deck of the yacht.

Sharp daggers split the fish into large chunks, and Luke sliced off dozens of pounds of the fattest meat to keep for their own use.

The rest of the bluefin tuna was divided into 20 portions.

Back to the dock.

Lilith was generous enough to share the bluefin tuna she caught with her companions with the tourists on the surrounding yachts.

This behavior of Lilith quickly won the goodwill of the surrounding tourists, and many of them took the initiative to invite her to the evening party.

But because of the treasure hunt, Lilith politely declined them all.

In the evening, Luke and the others had a small party on the deck of the yacht.

The food for the party was sumptuous, tuna sashimi, local specialty roasted suckling pig, lobster, grouper, squid, eel, fruits with all kinds of fresh vegetables, and rum.

All these things didn’t cost anything, they were all gifts returned by the surrounding tourists, there were quite a lot of things, enough for Luke and the others to eat for a week.

Blowing the sea breeze, looking at the sea view, eating seafood, tasting the local specialty rum, there is a different flavor.

The four of them pushed their glasses and chatted about their own encounters, and soon became acquainted.

With this experience and comfort, even if they could not find the treasure, Luke felt that it was not a vain trip.

The next day was going to be a formal treasure hunt, so no one drank too much, and it ended around 11pm, with each returning to their rooms to rest.

Because of sleeping on the yacht, the boat was a bit rocky, but luckily Luke was in better shape and didn’t need to drink seasickness pills.

The lights on the boat dimmed, and there was no movement around, only a few scattered lights on the dock, and the distant waters were dark, adding a little more mystery.

One in the morning.

The night is deep and quiet.

Except for the slight sea breeze, no movement could be heard.

Two sneaky figures appeared on the pier, looking at their figures they looked like two men, wearing hoods or masks, unable to see their appearance.

The two sneaky figures walked along the pier and climbed up the rope to the Chris yacht.