Chapter 67: The Thirty-Year-Old Maotai

After a while, Su Gang returned.

He was holding a very exquisite box in his arms.

“Uncle Su, what is that?” Tang Feng stood up and asked.

“This is a thirty-year-old Maotai! I’ve been collecting it for several years and have never had the heart to drink it! Today, taking advantage of this opportunity, I brought it out for everyone to enjoy a bit!” Su Gang replied while placing the box on the coffee table.

“Thirty-year-old Maotai?” Tang Feng was visibly stunned.

Although he had never drunk Maotai before, he knew Maotai was not cheap!

Even ordinary Feitian Maotai cost several thousand yuan!

The price of thirty-year-old Maotai must be astronomical!

“Yes!” Su Gang nodded, “I bought it from a boss five years ago. He is a senior Maotai collector. No matter how precious the Maotai is, even if it’s a limited edition, he would find a way to get it.”

“Doesn’t that mean he has to spend a lot of money just on wine?” Tang Feng asked with a smile.

“Definitely! But that’s his only hobby! Moreover, he says Maotai also serves as an investment, more worthwhile than putting money in the bank or buying gold,” Su Gang answered.

Hearing this, Tang Feng’s eyes lit up.

According to his memory, in the coming years, the price of Maotai indeed soared like a rocket!

The increase was ridiculously high!

Of course, it wasn’t just the price of Maotai that rose!

The stock price of the Maotai Group also soared!

Clearly, the boss Su Gang knew had a good eye!

“Uncle Su, I think you should also collect some Maotai,” Tang Feng suggested.

“Oh? Do you also think Maotai really serves as an investment?” Su Gang guessed with interest.

“Yes,” Tang Feng nodded, “Not only does it retain its value, but it also appreciates.”

“How so?” Su Gang looked at him intently, waiting for an explanation.

“Think about it! China’s economy has been growing rapidly! That means, in the near future, the number of high-income individuals will keep increasing! And business interactions will become more frequent! The demand for high-end liquor will definitely rise. According to economic principles, when demand exceeds supply, the product will definitely increase in price,” Tang Feng analyzed carefully.

“But the production capacity of high-end liquor can also be increased,” Su Gang said.

“The production capacity of Maotai can’t increase by much. After all, many factors limit the increase in production capacity. Moreover, Maotai wouldn’t want to increase its production capacity by too much.”

“Why is that?”

“Because an increase in production capacity would lead to a decrease in unit price. The ultimate revenue is about the same. Companies pursue profit. If the profit remains the same, of course, it’s better to have a lower production capacity,” Tang Feng answered.

“That makes sense! In that case, I’ll also collect some Maotai,” Su Gang decided.

“Additionally, you should also pay attention to the stocks of Maotai Company! I think it’s a good idea to buy some and hold onto them firmly,” Tang Feng suggested.

“Okay!” Su Gang agreed readily.

He had thought Tang Feng was only good at studying, but he didn’t expect him to have such a sharp perspective on things!

It was beyond his expectations!

It seemed he needed to communicate more with this young man in the future.

Su Xiaoli had been quietly listening to their conversation.

Tang Feng’s image in her mind involuntarily grew much taller.

She even felt Tang Feng shouldn’t have applied for the Mathematics department but the School of Economics instead!

By then, Tang Long and his wife had already prepared a full table of dishes.

“Brother Su, what’s going on? Why did you go home to get wine? The Maotai you gave me last time, I haven’t even drunk it yet,” Tang Long came over, his tone carrying a bit of reproach.

“What I brought this time is different from before! This is thirty-year-old Maotai!” Su Gang answered.

“What did you say?” Tang Long asked while carefully examining the Maotai in his hand.

This was his first time seeing thirty-year-old Maotai.

“Let’s drink this tonight! How about it?” Su Gang asked with a smile.

“No!” Tang Long shook his head.

“Why not?” Su Gang was puzzled.

“This wine is too expensive! You can keep it to entertain important guests! Or when you need to ask someone for a favor, you can bring it out to them,” Tang Long answered.

“Look at what you’re saying! In my eyes, your family are my honored guests! Enough! Let’s not talk about it anymore! We’re drinking this tonight!” Su Gang declared decisively, making it clear there was no room for objection.

“Old Tang, since this is Brother Su’s intention, let’s just go along with it,” Tang Feng’s Mother intervened, urging him.

“Alright!” Tang Long nodded. However, his face still showed a bit of reluctance.

Su Gang quickly opened the Maotai.

Instantly, the entire living room was filled with the fragrance of the wine.

“Thirty-year-old Maotai! It really is extraordinary! Even someone like me who doesn’t drink much likes the smell of this!” Tang Feng’s Mother couldn’t help but exclaim.

“This is thirty-year-old Maotai! Let’s each have a small half glass, just to taste,” Tang Long suggested.

“That won’t do! Tonight, we’re drinking until we’re completely satisfied!” Su Gang said and immediately filled Tang Long’s glass to the brim.

Then, he filled his own glass.

“Little Feng, how much will you drink?” Su Gang asked with a smile.

“I’ll have half a glass,” Tang Feng replied.

Su Gang poured him half a glass.

“I and Xiaoli won’t drink alcohol! We’ll drink this!” Tang Feng’s Mother brought out a jug of Huiyuan juice.

“Sister-in-law, this is thirty-year-old Maotai, are you really not going to try it?” Su Gang negotiated.

“No matter if it’s thirty-year-old Maotai or fifty-year-old, in my eyes, it’s not as good as juice,” Tang Feng’s Mother said while filling Su Xiaoli’s glass.

“Brother Su, come on, let’s have a drink!” Tang Long called out.

Su Gang quickly raised his glass.

The two clinked glasses.

Tang Long took a small sip.

Indeed, the taste was rich and mellow, giving a comfortably indescribable feeling.

“Brother, how is it?” Su Gang inquired.

“Do you even need to ask? Of course, it’s delicious! I never thought I’d have the chance to drink thirty-year-old Maotai in my life!” Tang Long couldn’t help but sigh.

“Dad, if you like it, when I make money, I’ll buy you a hundred bottles, and you can drink it slowly,” Tang Feng offered.

“Great! Brother Su, you heard that, right? When the time comes, we’ll drink it together!” Tang Long was exceptionally happy.

“I’m really happy today! The kids have studied hard for twelve years, finally reaping a good result! I feel all my years of effort have been worth it!” Su Gang was somewhat emotional.

Tang Long nodded, “Exactly! When the children succeed, we parents are truly happy!”

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