"It's not necessarily self-deception. Maybe there is some difficulty in this."
Steven interjected.
Zhang Chongxin was also full of resentment: "What's the reason? They declared war and then gave money to the enemy. I have never heard of such a big injustice since ancient times."
"Dad, what Steven said is not impossible. In my opinion, when the armistice agreement was signed, there might have been a secret agreement that could not be made public. It should not have made such a low-level mistake."
Zhang Hao expressed his guess.
"Secret agreement? Why do you need to sign a secret agreement?"
Zhang Chongxin shook his head and expressed confusion.
"Dad, the Europeans are not fools. If you rely solely on verbal promises, the possibility of convincing the Europeans to give up nuclear weapons is extremely slim.
I used to think that the negotiation process between the two parties was a little too smooth, but looking back now, there is obviously something fishy in it, and this matter is not that simple."
Zhang Hao further analyzed.
Zhang Chongyi came over and said with a smile: "It doesn't matter whether there is a secret agreement or other secrets, as long as the superiors are willing to pay me, darling, 10,000 yuan per person is almost two or three months' salary."
"It's indeed quite a lot. The entire federation has a population of 8 billion. Each person is given 10,000. Eight billion multiplied by 10,000 is 80 trillion. If such a large amount of money is spread out, I really don't know whether it is a blessing or a curse." Li Ningtao
Worried.
When doing business, they are most afraid of encountering this kind of unstable situation. The most direct impact is that if hyperinflation occurs, the 300 million they just borrowed will probably shrink significantly. How can this be justified?
Zhang Hao shook his head when he heard this: "There shouldn't be 80 trillion. After the Yellowstone volcano erupted, a series of turmoils occurred in other regions, and a lot of people were lost, especially the North American continent, the African continent and the Tianzhu Peninsula.
This region is the hardest hit area."
"So how many people are left now?"
Zhang Jiayi said curiously.
"I estimate that there is a high probability that it will not exceed 5 billion."
Zhang Hao thought for a while and replied.
According to the memory in the dream, the first five years after the eruption of the Yellowstone volcano was the period of the worst population loss, with almost half of the population lost.
The real world is undoubtedly more cruel, and a loss of two billion in three years is entirely possible.
Of course, in addition to unrest, the serious aging of the populations in the East and West is also a major reason.
As we all know, harsh climatic conditions themselves are very unfriendly to the health of the elderly. Coupled with the shortage of food rations and lack of medical resources, it finally led to such serious consequences.
"Two billion less all of a sudden?"
Zhang Jiayi was shocked.
Three billion is definitely not a small number. It is almost three times the local population, which is simply astonishing.
Zhang Hao nodded: "It's just a lot more, and I'm afraid we'll have to lose another two billion people before food supply and demand can barely reach a balance."
"Don't be scary. Besides, how did you know?"
Zhang Chongxin suddenly frowned.
"Of course it is analyzed. The federal power generation, industrial production capacity, annual grain production, energy production and other data can all be collected. Although it is not very accurate, it is not far behind."
Zhang Hao explained patiently.
The think tank affiliated with the Haotian Group has submitted a similar report long ago, but that report was even more pessimistic. The number they gave was only 2 billion.
This clearly underestimates the federal mobilization ability.
"According to what you say, there will only be three billion people in the future?" Zhang Chongxin said seriously.
"Well, it's roughly equivalent to the population in the early days of the Federation. To use an internet buzzword, after decades of hard work, it's back to before liberation."
Zhang Hao sighed.
After hearing these words, Zhang Chongyi couldn't help but take a deep breath, and then slapped his thigh hard:
"Is this okay? I didn't expect that the situation has reached such a critical point. We can't wait any longer. We will go back tomorrow and move our family here as soon as possible. After all, the emperor's feet are safer than other places."
Zhang Hao quickly advised: "Second uncle, I'm talking about a long-term process. There is no need to be so anxious. You should rest for a few more days before going back?"
"Yes, Second Uncle, the local area has always been very stable, and with this money distribution, nothing will happen in a short time." Zhang Jiayi advised.
"You two don't need to persuade me anymore. Second uncle is impatient. If he doesn't go back early, he may not be able to sleep well." Zhang Chongyi waved his hand.
Zhang Chongxin sighed and turned to look at the others: "Second child, third child, what are your plans? Do you want to stay longer?"
"Brother, I'll go back too. At least I'll have someone to take care of me on the way." Zhang Aiyu replied.
There is only one person here, so it is not safe.
"I won't stay anymore. I'll go back and move early. After I move here, I'll have plenty of time to meet."
Zhang Chongde immediately echoed.
Zhang Aixue and Zhang Aiyun on the side also had the same idea and wanted to go back as soon as possible.
Zhang Chongxin was not too disappointed. After all, as Lao San said, there would be plenty of time to meet in the future.
"That's okay, I won't keep you here."
After speaking, he turned to his second daughter and said:
"Second brother, please inform Xiaofan for me later. He doesn't need to treat me tonight, and you all should make time for me. Come to my place for a reunion dinner tonight. Who else, except your eldest brother-in-law?
No one is allowed to be absent."
Zhang Jiayi nodded quickly: "I understand."
…
The next day, Zhang Chongyi and others did not get up until noon. Everyone was drunk last night.
At 2:30 in the afternoon, Zhang Hao personally sent his second uncle and his party to the high-speed rail station. Although time was tight, he still helped buy sleeper tickets.
At the ticket office, Zhang Chongyi waved his hand:
"Xiao Hao, we're in, you should go back quickly! See you next month!"
"Second uncle, remember to make a call when you arrive."
"I know, I can't forget it!"
Zhang Xu took the opportunity to pull his little cousin aside: "Zhang Hao, I leave the company's affairs to you."
"Brother, don't worry, I'll take care of it. When you come back again, the factory will probably start construction."
Plantations are not something you can just build if you want to. Not only do you need to get approval from relevant departments, but there are also issues such as building materials and equipment, which are all quite troublesome.
Zhang Hao gently hammered the other party's chest: "We are all a family, why are you so polite? Besides, I am also a shareholder of the company, so I should contribute something."
At the dinner table last night, he couldn't resist, and with the repeated persuasion from his second uncle and others, he had no choice but to accept the 10% share.
"Okay, then I won't say anything."
Zhang Xu nodded lightly.
After leaving the high-speed rail station, Zhang Hao did not go to work, but returned directly to his home.
Zhang Chongxin saw his son coming back and asked casually: "Has everyone been put on the train?"
The old man also drank too much last night, and he just woke up and found that all his relatives were gone.
"Well, the train has almost left."
Zhang Hao nodded.
"It's not easy for your second uncle and the others, so please help if you can!" Zhang Chongxin repeated his old saying.
Zhang Hao was half lying on the sofa and couldn't help but rub his temples: "Dad, don't worry, I won't treat Second Uncle and the others badly. Brother Xu and the others borrowed money from me yesterday, but I didn't hesitate at all."
"Tell me the truth, is Zhang Xu's project reliable?"
Zhang Chongxin was a little worried.
"It's absolutely reliable. Even if the policy changes in the future, my cousin and the others will not suffer too much. No matter what, there will definitely be no problem in recovering the cost."
Zhang Hao smiled and reassured.
It was only 300 million, and he didn't want his father to worry.
Zhang Chongxin nodded with satisfaction, and then changed the topic: "Your mother just talked to me about your uncle. Seeing what she meant, she also wanted to take your aunt and uncle over. What do you think?
"
"Just take it, I'll definitely give you a bowl of water." Zhang Hao had already been mentally prepared.
"Your second uncle and younger brother-in-law are no longer here, your second aunt is not in the country, and your younger aunt also followed your cousin to Dianzhou. I wonder if the two families can still be in contact?" Zhang Chongxin reminded.
"If you can get in touch, just get in touch. If you can't get in touch, forget it. What I mean is to take over my uncle and aunt's family first, and then talk to the others later."
Zhang Hao didn't care much about this.
Since the death of his grandfather and grandmother, and the absence of his second uncle and younger brother-in-law, he has not been to Shuzhou for nearly ten years. The relationship between the two parties cannot be said to be close, but it cannot be said to be estranged.
Moreover, due to the ridiculous things in the past few years, he didn't even have the contact information of his cousins.
Zhang Chongxin sighed: "I'm afraid your mother can't figure it out and has to make a fuss and take everyone over..."
Before he finished speaking, Li Dajuan and Zhou's mother appeared in the living room. Both old people were wearing thick coats and looked like they were about to go out:
"What are you father and son talking about?"
"Nothing!" Zhang Hao quickly shook his head, then interrupted: "Mom, where are you going?"
"Where else can we go? Of course, go to the bank door to collect the money." Li Dajuan replied.
"Get money? What kind of money do you get?"
Zhang Hao didn't react for a while.
"That's the federal subsidy! It's 10,000 yuan per person. How can our family of six get 60,000 yuan?" Li Dajuan paused, then sighed: "Oh, it's a pity that Hua Qing has to go to the next one.
The child is only born every month, otherwise our family could receive an extra 10,000 yuan."
"Do I have to go to the bank? Can't I just punch in?" Zhang Hao asked doubtfully.
"No, the bank said it only pays in cash."
Zhang Hao suddenly smiled bitterly and said: "Mom, our family is not short of this little money, so you better not go there. On my way back just now, I found a long queue at the door of the bank. I may not be able to get it tomorrow."
"You don't need to worry about this. Your Aunt Fan has reserved a seat for us. We can get there in two hours at most. We will come back and cook dinner for you without any delay."
Zhou's mother echoed: "Zhang Hao, your mother and I have time anyway, so we should go out and exercise."
It only takes one hour to get 10,000 yuan. If she misses it, she will regret it to death.
"Mom, why don't you wait until there are fewer people before you go? It's always a bad idea to jump in line, so as not to cause gossip."
Zhang Hao advised tactfully.
Li Dajuan waved her hand on the spot: "No, it's better to drop the bag as early as possible. The total time to collect it is only three days. After that time, you won't be able to collect it."
"There's actually a time limit?"
Zhang Hao was a little surprised.
Zhou’s mother helped explain: “I also heard it said on Douyin. The reason why there is this rule seems to want the rich to give up the relief funds. After all, rich people are not short of money and they will definitely not be able to stand the long queues.
The suffering.”
"Mom, how about I go? You are old, how can you stand standing for so long?"
Zhang Hao chose to settle for the next best thing.
"You can't come forward." Li Dajuan immediately refused. "You don't know your identity. If you go, how will the villagers see you? If someone takes a video and posts it online, it will have a bad impact."
"Mom, are you still going? This is not stripping... cough, isn't this the same thing?"
"We are old people, and old people are used to being diligent and frugal. This is something everyone knows. Even if someone finds out, it's not a big deal."
Li Dajuan said without caring.
Zhang Hao gritted his teeth: "Mom, how about I arrange someone..."
"Stop trying to persuade me. There is no way to find someone to collect relief funds on your behalf. It must be an immediate relative."
Li Dajuan said impatiently.
Zhang Hao had no choice but to give up: "Okay, I won't advise you, but for safety reasons, I will ask Xiao Ma to take a few of you to accompany you."
"No, no, no, no need to let people follow you. It's not like there are no banks in the village, so nothing can happen."
Li Dajuan waved her hands repeatedly.
Seeing this, Zhang Chongxin couldn't help but advise: "Why don't you bring your pony with you? There are tens of thousands of tenants in the village. It's not safe for you to carry so much money with you."
"It's okay. We are all acquaintances in the village. Those tenants don't dare to mess around, unless they want to go to the police and go to jail."
Li Dajuan is full of confidence.
The security in the village has always been very good, especially after the wall was built, there won't be one security incident in a month, and everyone is very relieved.
Zhang Chongxin took a sip of water and stood up directly: "Then I will go with you!"
"Aren't you feeling sick to your stomach? Stop being so pushy."
Li Dajuan waved her hand, and then set off eagerly with Zhou's mother.
…
Ten minutes later, the two arrived in front of the bank. As Zhang Hao said, the scene was very lively. There were several long queues of people and the end was impossible to see.
"Lao Zhang, Lao Zhou, this way!"
Aunt Fan saw the two of them and quickly waved.
Li Dajuan and Zhou's mother hurried over. Since Aunt Fan was from the village, everyone was not unhappy about the two's behavior of jumping in line, and even expressed their welcome.
After all, the village has taken a lot of credit from the old Zhang family.
Everyone is like a mirror in their hearts.
"Lao Zhang, your family is so rich, why can't you part with these tens of thousands of dollars?"
Someone joked with a smile.
Li Dajuan snorted coldly: "This money is neither stolen nor robbed. It is what our family deserves. Why don't I want it?"
"Yes, it's not easy to make money nowadays. Only a fool would not take free money."
Mother Zhou quickly agreed.
"That's true." Aunt Fan shouted loudly, "It's rare for such a great thing to happen. If I don't get this money in one day, I won't be able to sleep at night."
"We are still late. I heard that the tenants in the apartment have been queuing up since yesterday afternoon."
"Don't be afraid of being late for a good meal, it will be with us soon." Aunt Fan said without caring.