Chapter 318: Chapter 318 Hardy Trading Company

"As for the profit, my idea is to split it 60-40 after covering operational costs, with 60% going to you and 40% to me. What do you think?"

Hardy had thought this through.

This was a $3 billion deal. If they split it 60-40, that would be $1.2 billion much more than his current total assets.

Moreover, there were plenty of ways to maneuver within the operational cost structure.

"60-40?" General Williams shook his head. "The higher-ups won't agree to that split. At most, 80-20."

"70-30 then," Hardy suggested, lowering his voice to a near whisper, "And I'll set up an offshore account for you, where I'll deposit 1% of the total profit."

A gleam of interest flashed in General Williams eyes.

One percent of the total profit if the final profit was only $1 billion, he would still pocket $10 million, an astronomical sum for the time.

If he were to sell these materials himself, skimming off the top would be complicated and risky. But with Hardy handling the business, the money would be clean and off the books, allowing him to avoid any accusations of embezzlement.

"70-30 it is. Any more than that, and I really couldn't justify it," General Williams agreed.

Hardy smiled and nodded, "70-30 it is."

"Let me share my plan with you. I intend to establish a chain of stores that will sell these strategic materials, including field rations, military equipment, uniforms, bedding, vehicles, motorcycles, and even firearms and ammunition... basically, anything that can be sold."

"I'll also set up a logistics company specifically to handle the transportation of these materials.

"Both companies will be funded by the Hardy Group and will eventually become subsidiaries of the Hardy Group."

"However, the domestic market may not be able to absorb everything. You know, some people just don't like to use this stuff, so we'll need to find other markets. I plan to sell to countries like Mexico, Cuba, Colombia, France and even Costa Rica." S~eaʀᴄh the nôvelFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

"Since the initial investment will be large, and the funds from sales might be slow to come in some customers might not be able to pay right away, and repayments could take ten years or more you should be prepared for that."

Williams nodded, "The military hasn't set a specific deadline, but we'll need to see some returns each year."

"That won't be a problem," Hardy quickly agreed.

"Oh, and let's include the batch of vehicles we discussed earlier in this deal. We can settle it all at once when the payments come in. What do you think?" Hardy asked with a smile.

General Williams didn't mind. With the sales now in Hardy's hands, those vehicles could easily be counted among the surplus materials.

"General, I have one more suggestion," Hardy added.

"What is it?"

"I suggest you appoint a team to work with us on this business. That way, the War Assets Administration remains the main entity, and we're just the supporting partner. This way, there won't be any discrepancies if the military audits the operation, and externally, we can conduct business under the military's name."

General Williams thought this was an excellent idea.

"Indeed, that's how it should be. I'll assign Colonel Adam Beach to the project. He's been assisting me with these matters and is very familiar with the situation. He was responsible for selling that $20 million worth of materials."

Hardy didn't really care who Major General Williams will send to assist him, his main goal was to leverage the military's influence because many matters are easier to handle with someone from the military involved.

Major General Williams summoned Colonel Adam Beach. Colonel Beach, in his early 30s, was very handsome. He had previously served as Major General Williams staff secretary. Later, when Major General Williams was promoted to Deputy Director of the Logistics Bureau, he also advanced Adam Beach, promoting him to the rank of Colonel.

When the "War Assets Administration" was established, Major General Williams was nominally in charge, but he didn't have the energy to handle all the details. Besides overseeing the general direction, almost all specific tasks were managed by Adam Beach.

Hardy smiled and extended his hand in greeting, "Colonel Adam Beach, hello. I'm Jon Hardy, a businessman."

Adam Beach smiled even more brightly than Hardy. "Mr. Hardy, hello. I've heard of you for a long time. I've read about how you made your fortune. Honestly, you're my idol." Read latest stories on mvl

This guy was even more enthusiastic than Hardy, showering him with compliments non stop, which left Hardy a bit taken aback.

It seemed this guy had a strong "social prowess."

Such a person was indeed well suited for sales. Later, through their conversation, Hardy learned that Colonel Adam Beach had studied business in college, not a military academy graduate, and had never been on a battlefield, always working in logistics.

With his sharp mind and by aligning himself with Major General Williams, he had climbed to the rank of Colonel at such a young age.

To sell these materials, Colonel Beach had previously organized a sales team of about 300 people, all active duty military personnel from the logistics department.

Major General Williams informed Colonel Beach about the matters he and Hardy had discussed. Naturally, Beach wasn't in a position to oppose. Major General Williams told Beach that from now on, he would report to Hardy, and Hardy's orders would be his orders.

Colonel Beach stood at attention and saluted, "Yes, General!"

The next day, Andy arrived.

He brought a team with him.

The team included lawyers, economists, accountants, managers, and sales consultants.

Hardy Group signed a formal contract with the War Assets Administration, with Hardy Trading Company assisting the Logistics Bureau in selling military supplies.

The agreement stipulated that operational funds would be deducted from the total sales, and the remaining net profit would be split 70-30, with the War Assets Administration receiving 70% and Hardy Trading Company 30%. During the cooperation, Hardy Trading Company would be responsible for sales, while the War Assets Administration would provide personnel to assist and supervise the finances.

It was a perfect cooperation agreement.