When Charlie Wade arrived in Aurous Hill, the clock had already struck ten in the evening, ording to Eastcliff time.


    After passing through customs andpleting the immigration procedures in Aurous Hill, Charlie Wade made his way to the VIP passage within the airport. He boarded the private ne that the Wade family had arranged and took off into the night, heading towards Eastcliff.


    Charlie Wade was concerned that Wu Feiyan’s associates might be monitoring entry information into Eastcliff, especially since his grandfather was actively engaged in significant investment coborations with the government. Therefore, he opted to enter via Aurous Hill to avoid drawing attention.


    Once in Aurous Hill, he nned to travel to Eastcliff, thus bypassing the international terminal and customs there. With hundreds, if not thousands, of domestic flights arriving daily in Eastcliff, Charlie felt confident that he wouldn’t be a target for scrutiny by the Qingqing Committee.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    The primary reason for Charlie Wade’s visit to Eastcliff was to meet with his grandfather, update him on the situation in New York, and discuss the forting strategies.


    Knowing of Charlie’s arrival in Beijing that night, his uncles Asher and Li Yalin arrived at the airport an hour early to wee him.


    After a two-hour flight from Aurous Hill to Eastcliff, Charlie’s nended without the need to clear customs for domestic travel, allowing it to taxi directly to the hangar upon arrival.<fn30d9> This text is hosted at FιndＮovel</fn30d9>


    Asher and Li Yalin were waiting eagerly in the hangar, where their car was parked. The two had been smoking outside, using a trash can as an ashtray. Upon seeing Charlie’s ne slowly being towed into the hangar, their expressions brightened. They quickly disposed of their cigarette butts and made their way to the hatch.


    As the cabin door opened, Charlie Wade stepped off the aircraft, greeted immediately by his uncles.


    “Charlie!”


    “Mr. Wade!”


    The joy on their faces was unmistakable upon seeing him.


    With a smile, Charlie responded, “Uncle, Inspector Li.”


    Asher patted Charlie’s shoulder and asked cheerfully, “You must be exhausted after such a long trip, right?”


    Charlie smiled back and replied, “I’m not tired at all. I feel quite refreshed.”


    “That’s great to hear!” Asher nodded quickly. “Your grandpa has been waiting for you all night without sleeping. If you’re not tired, let’s head over there right away.”


    “Okay!” Charlie agreed enthusiastically as he got into Asher’s car, which the two had driven.


    Noticing the car’s unique license te, which resembled special numbers often seen in Beijing, Charlie asked, “Uncle, where did you get this car?”


    Asher exined as he drove out of the hangar, “This vehicle was specially arranged by the department managing our investments. It’s primarily handled by the security department, ensuring a high level of safety.”


    He continued, “The old man has been quite generous with spending recently. The total amount of cooperation we’ve discussed has surpassed $100 billion, covering a broad range of promising local industries. In a few days, your second uncle and I will travel south to invest in a lithium batterypany. We n to establish a top-tier lithium battery production and R&D base, focusing on high-density power batteries for new energy vehicles. Your second uncle also intends tounch a new energy vehicle brand, leveraging the top domestic supply chain in this innovative field.”


    Curiously, Charlie inquired, “It seems like the An family hasn’t ventured into manufacturing before. Why the shift towards vehicle manufacturing now? This sector has a long investment cycle, demands significant energy, and profit margins aren’t particrly encouraging.”


    Asher smiled as he responded, “New energy is indeed the future direction for the automotive industry. With the global push for carbon neutrality and adherence to carbon standards, new energypanies are at the forefront. Additionally, the cost of clean energy is lower and less dependent on imports, significantly reducing the demand for oil. As fossil fuel prices continue to rise, the advantages of new energy solutions will be even more pronounced.”


    As he continued, Asher added, “To put it simply, the old man still believes in investing in industries that create jobs and integrate morebor and resources. The benefits of such an upgrade are substantial, and if it can facilitate broader industry advancements, that would be even better.”


    Charlie nodded in understanding, remarking, “So, Grandpa’s investment this time prioritizes impact over returns.”


    Asher confirmed, “The old man believes that for any project, the first priority is how much tangible assistance it can provide to China; the second is how it can enhance China’s influence in that domain; and only third is the project’s profitability.”


    Charlie nodded thoughtfully, realizing that while he had hoped the An family could intimidate the Poqing Association through cooperation with officials, his grandfather’s vision extended far beyond immediate gains.


    More than half an hourter, Charlie’s red g car pulled into a state guest hotel that was not open to the public. After registering, Asher and Li Yalin escorted Charlie Wade to the vi where Grandpa An Qishan resided.


    This state guest hotel primarily consists of small, independent vis designed to ensure that guests can enjoy privacy, creating a quiet and secure environment.