Reborn as a police officer in South Africa

The negotiations between the unions and the management surrounding the Renault car factory were only part of the process. Randall left the Renault factory and went to the Elysée Palace. He also had to negotiate with the people at the War Asset Disposal Center on behalf of the management.

The Renault factory was confiscated by the French government because it helped Germany produce arms during World War II. However, according to the French constitution, the French government does not have the power to operate the Renault factory, so in the end the Renault factory had to be taken over by capital.

Then a magical scene appeared.

Randall's boss is Leonard.

Leonard was also Prime Minister of the Provisional Government.

Therefore, Randall's negotiations with the interim government were equivalent to Leonard's left hand fighting his right hand.

Douglas, director of the War Assets Processing Center, also knew about this situation, but he had nothing to do because France had its own national conditions.

"The union is completely uncooperative, and there is no time to resume work, so we cannot make subsequent payments unless you order the dissolution of the union and give us a clean Renault factory." Randall was confident, and Leonard only paid less than 10 million francs.

I got the Renault factory and got a big advantage.

The asset value of the Renault factory, even without taking into account the Renault brand and the machinery in the factory, is just the land of the Renault factory, which is worth more than 100 million francs.

The price for Renard's takeover of the Renault factory was exactly 100 million francs, but only about 8 million francs have been paid so far, and follow-up funds must be paid within one year as agreed.

Of course, this must be based on the smooth resumption of work at the Renault factory.

Under the current situation, it is very difficult for the French government to obtain follow-up funds.

"Mr. Randall, this is not within the scope of our agreement." Douglas was in a broken mood.

Disband the union!

Are you kidding me? The Communist International is currently the party with the highest support rate in France, and even Reynard would not dare to do this.

The so-called "dissolution of the union" is just an excuse for the team to delay payment.

"Our agreement is that you are responsible for assisting us in resuming work, and fixing the union is part of the assistance." Randall insisted on assisting in resuming work, which was one of Leonard's conditions for taking over the Renault factory.

"This is your job, it has nothing to do with us -" Douglas dismissed it completely. As long as you don't want to die, it's best not to do such offending things.

Douglas didn't want to be hacked to death on his doorstep.

"If this is the case, then the resumption of work will be postponed indefinitely, and we will start to deal with the assets of the Renault factory to recover the losses." Randall clearly saw that the negotiations were all fake, and that piece of land was the most valuable.

Douglas saw Randall off and went upstairs to find Leonard.

It's impossible not to look for it. Only Leonard can solve this problem.

"Mr. Prime Minister is very busy and there is no extra time today." Leonard's secretary stopped Douglas. The Prime Minister did not just want to see him.

"I'm looking for Mr. Prime Minister because of the Renault factory -" Douglas hopes to open up the door. The Renault factory is now Leonard's asset, and Douglas doesn't think Leonard will sit idly by.

"This is not something I can decide." The secretary was businesslike and asked Douglas to make an appointment first.

Although the French Prime Minister is a high-risk profession, he is indeed very busy. In the next week, Leonard will not have time.

Douglas was helpless. He did not doubt Randall's determination, but he was also worried that Randall would take risks.

Early the next morning, Douglas arrived at the Renault factory.

Outside the Renault factory, staff from the Phyllis Foundation held up banners and were promoting the workers, hoping that more workers would receive reemployment training.

"Can learning new skills help me get a new job?"

"I have built cars all my life, and I can only build cars. I am 50 years old this year. I don't want to learn other things, and I can't learn -"

"We'll just stay at the factory and won't go anywhere!"

There was a lot of discussion among the workers, and most workers were resistant to training.

This is normal. The French government has promised that the Renault factory will resume work as quickly as possible after a new team is introduced to take over.

At the same time, the union also promised to fight for better treatment for workers.

Why is there any need to find a new job?

What's more, it's hard to find a job. There aren't many job opportunities in France right now.

"As long as you are willing to learn, you can always learn - of course there are jobs, and the income is generous, enough to meet the needs of life - my friend, what you need is not empty promises, but milk and bread -"

The staff of the foundation spoke sincerely, and their words hit the workers' weakest points accurately.

Although the French government and labor unions have made various promises, they are still far from being fulfilled. The vast majority of workers have been unemployed for a long time and they need to work to maintain their lives.

Now the workers at the Renault factory, relying on the help provided by the French government and labor unions, can only barely survive, and they can't even talk about food and clothing.

"Don't believe what they say! They are all liars!" Henry was angry, and the situation he was most worried about finally appeared.

Workers are the basis for the existence of trade unions. Without the group of workers, trade unions will naturally lose the meaning of their existence.

Therefore, the Phyllis Foundation's reemployment training, in Henry's view, divides workers, which will seriously weaken the power of the union.

"What else do you have for us to deceive?" The staff member's words were frank and borderline cruel.

Indeed, to the wealthy Phyllis Foundation, penniless workers are indeed of little value.

"Don't deny it, you are just cheating, just like those black-hearted capitalists!" Henry is also a parasitic group in nature, and is no stranger to the foundation's routines.

It is true that workers have no money, but workers themselves can create value, and this is where the real value lies.

"We are here to help you. You can only drink vegetable soup without any nutrition and eat black bread that is harder than a stone every day. How long has it been since you have received a salary? You can fill your stomach by yourself.

But where are your families?" The staff's words were heartbreaking, and most of the workers remained silent.

Most of the workers who are still staying at the Renault factory are unable to leave Paris for various reasons, so they have to stay.

Those who were truly young, strong and carefree had already fled the factory before the war broke out. These older workers were the real owners of the factory.

"The Renault factory helped the Germans produce arms during the war. Now it is facing bankruptcy. Even if it resumes work, no one will pay for the arms produced. On the contrary, other industries such as the construction industry are booming. You should all know that the most important thing now is

The task is to rebuild, and the whole of France is facing reconstruction, and jobs are everywhere.” The Phyllis Foundation has great powers and can really help workers find new jobs.

Paris is relatively good, and was not seriously damaged by the war.

The coastal cities in southern France, especially port cities such as Cherbourg on the southwest coast, were almost completely destroyed by the war. Reconstruction began as early as last winter, and this work will continue for many years.

"Don't believe their lies. The Renault factory used to produce cars. France will also need a large number of cars in the future. As long as we persist, victory will eventually belong to us." Henry realized from the expressions of the workers around him that something was not good.

After all, the painted cake is not as good as real bread and milk.

No matter how bright the future of the Renault factory is, what does it have to do with these workers who are already in their 40s and 50s?

"It's up to you. We are just suggesting, not forcing you to make a decision. I hope that when you go home at night, you will remember what I just said when you face the expectant eyes of your wife and the children waiting to be fed." The staff said.

We have a sure chance of victory and we are not afraid of workers not cooperating.

It doesn't matter if you don't cooperate for a day, as time goes by, someone will succumb to life.

"What do you do? What's your name?" Henry finally realized that he could no longer let the guy in front of him perform.

"I am a staff member of the Phyllis Foundation. My name is Wilson. Do you want to call the police to arrest me?" Wilson was confident. Even if the police came, they could not do anything to Wilson.

The Phyllis Foundation was brought in from southern Africa at a huge cost by the French government.

The reconstruction of France requires massive funds, which cannot be completed relying on the strength of the French government.

The Phyllis Foundation is strong and not as objectionable as capital, so the French government hopes that the Phyllis Foundation can participate in France's reconstruction work, and the two parties hit it off.

"Did you hear that? This guy is from southern Africa. None of what he said is true. He is just like the British. He is a complete liar!" Henry spoke eloquently, and he realized something was wrong only after he finished speaking.

Southern Africans still have a very good image in the minds of the French. In at least two world wars, Southern Africa has given France real help and has never betrayed its friendship with France.

As for Britain——

Anyway, based on Henry's experience, at times like this in the past, as long as Britain was brought out, it would immediately arouse the same hatred among all the French people present.

"Southern Africans never deceive their friends. In both world wars, Southern Africa fought side by side with France. We are the most trustworthy friends." Wilson looked serious. He did not allow anyone to insult Southern Africa in any form.

"Southern Africans are indeed trustworthy. In the last world war, I served as a member of the National Defense Forces and fought side by side with the Southern African Expeditionary Force."

"I have not participated in the war, but my uncle's family has gone to southern Africa. From their letters, it is not difficult to see that they are living well."

"Henry, at least one thing you said is wrong. Southern Africans are not liars - at least not all liars -"

Henry's words had the opposite effect, and the surrounding workers talked a lot, and some even began to accuse Henry.

Workers are not stupid, they are just forced to choose to trust the union.

The trade union itself does not participate in production, but is only responsible for negotiating with management and fighting for the interests of workers.

Of course, this comes at a price. All union members must pay a portion of their salary every month as membership dues in order to obtain the protection of the union.

In essence, people like Henry are supported by workers.

But look at the tattered work clothes on my body.

Look at Henry's expensive handmade custom-made suit. No matter how he wears it, he doesn't feel like he's in the same trench.

The relationship between employer and employee should not be expressed in this way.

"Believe my friends, there is a lot of work waiting for you. You should go to a new life instead of guarding this dilapidated factory and doing nothing all day long. This is not what a responsible person should do." Wilson is actually more mature than Henry.

Get to know these workers.

The Phyllis Foundation had done a lot of work before, so it launched a reemployment training program to solve the most difficult problems in France.

Just like during the Great Depression, the most important thing in France now is to keep everyone busy so that there is no energy for random thoughts.

Politicians who have no worries about food and clothing have the capital to make quarrels, and they get paid for their quarrels.

If a worker does not work for a day, he will have nothing to eat, and the whole family will starve. Therefore, work is the most important issue.

Even if everyone is asked to sweep the road, they still have to get busy first.

"I'll come first, I need a job -" Henry didn't expect that the first one to stand up was Oakes.

"Oakes, do you know what you are doing?" Henry was surprised. Oakes was a salaried person, different from these workers who had no meal at all.

"You don't need to remind me, I know what I'm doing." Oaks looked at Henry with a look that made Henry feel strange.

"The union must fight for more benefits for workers, but first it must ensure that there are jobs to do. We should serve workers, rather than using workers as bargaining chips in negotiations with employers. If the factory cannot resume work, then all our work will be in vain.

Meaning." Oakes' words made Henry feel cold all over. This was not as simple as changing jobs, but surrendering to the enemy.

"Ox, are you telling the truth?"

"We are not chips!"

"We need jobs!"

The surrounding workers gradually became excited. What the lady said was absolutely right. They would help whoever wins.

"What nonsense are you talking about? We have never treated workers as bargaining chips -" Henry's retort was extremely weak amid the growing discussion.

Douglas stood outside the crowd, also feeling cold all over.

The Communist International, supported by workers, is the party with the highest support in France.

If it loses the support of workers, the Comintern will be abandoned by France in an instant, just like when Edouard Daladier was in power, even the existence of a party is illegal.

Douglas believed that Felix Guin must not have noticed this situation.

Wilson, who remained the first among the crowd to watch the embarrassed Henry, could also prove that the opposition force of the Communist International in France was much greater than it seemed.

After all, the current French president is himself the largest capitalist in France.

"Boy, tell me, what can I do?" Oakes struck while the iron was hot and took the initiative to sell himself to Wilson.

"You will be a qualified manager and can assist us with some management work." Wilson is not stingy. Now is a good opportunity to buy horse bones for a thousand dollars.

There is an error in the description of the Renault factory in the previous chapter. The owner of the Renault factory was Louis Renault, who died in prison.