Starting out as a drug dealer in 1988

After a long and tense half an hour, the exchange meeting full of collisions of ideas and sparks of wisdom finally came to an end.

Zheng Yifan rushed back to the county government without stopping, and specially summoned two key figures, Shen Bo and Wang Xinyong, for an in-depth and private conversation.

As to what confidential topics they discussed, it remains a mystery and the outside world has no way of knowing.

However, one day three months later, a sudden personnel change shocked everyone - Li Hongyi was transferred to the city to serve as the deputy director of the Municipal Civil Affairs Bureau!

This is undoubtedly a major job change, but the reasons behind it are confusing.

Although the deputy county magistrate and the deputy director of the Municipal Civil Affairs Bureau are both deputy division-level cadres, the powers they represent are not exactly the same.

Time flies, and it is already the third day since Zheng Yifan left Ping'an County.

Just when Zhao Wenhao was still immersed in his vision of the future, an unexpected phone call broke the peace.

The caller was Wang Xinyong's secretary, who invited Zhao Wenhao to visit the county government.

Zhao Wenhao did not dare to delay and hurried there.

When he hurried to Wang Xinyong's office, he was surprised to find that a stranger was already sitting there.

"Mr. Zhao, you're finally here! We've both been looking forward to seeing you!" Wang Xinyong came over with a smile on his face, enthusiastically took Zhao Wenhao's hand, and introduced him as they walked: "This is Director Wang of the light bulb factory. We must cooperate more in the future!"

Although the two factories are not far from each other, Zhao Wenhao and Wang Jianlin had never met before.

Seeing him at this moment, Zhao Wenhao hurriedly stepped forward, took the initiative to extend his hand to shake his, and said with a smile: "I have long heard of Director Wang's name, and seeing him today is indeed well-deserved! What a pleasure to meet you, what a pleasure to meet you!"

However, in the face of Zhao Wenhao's enthusiastic attitude, Wang Jianlin just nodded slightly, forced a smile at the corner of his mouth, then shook Zhao Wenhao's hand lightly and quickly pulled it back.

Zhao Wenhao had actually anticipated this move.

After all, he wanted to annex their land and drive the light bulb factory to the edge of the county. I'm afraid no one would be happy with him.

Zhao Wenhao estimated that if it wasn't Wang Xinyong who arranged this matter, Wang Jianlin wouldn't even meet him.

"Come, sit down, you're welcome." Wang Xinyong greeted the two of them and asked his secretary to make two cups of tea and bring them over.

"Director Wang, I've already explained everything to you. Your light bulb factory is indeed facing many difficulties at the moment. Now that President Zhao is willing to invest in your factory, it's also an opportunity for you."

Wang Xinyong spoke with a smile, without acting like a county magistrate.

"Yes, Director Wang. The county has arranged a new location for you, and our company is willing to pay for it. You can use this money to upgrade your technology. Maybe the factory can even be revived."

Zhao Wenhao echoed from the side. He was really worried that Wang Jianlin would not understand.

Of course Wang Xinyong could use his power as county magistrate to pressure him, but if the factory director did not cooperate, the employees below would certainly not cooperate either.

Therefore, the first task is of course to convince Wang Jianlin first.

"County Magistrate Wang, I'm actually fine with this. I'm a Party member, and I'm bound to implement the decisions made by the county government. What you just said makes sense, and I understand it.

But some employees are resentful. Their homes are all nearby, and now they are suddenly moved to the urban-rural fringe, so of course they are not happy. "

Wang Jianlin ignored Zhao Wenhao, but he still had to listen to what Wang Xinyong said.

"Director Wang, tell me yourself, if the situation continues like this, how long can your light bulb factory last?" Wang Xinyong was no longer polite and his tone became more severe.

"Oh..." Wang Jianlin sighed and shook his head.

"Since you don't want to answer, I'll tell you something. If this continues, you can only hold out for a year at best. After a year, if no funds come in, all of you will be laid off."

Wang Xinyong went straight to the point and showed no mercy.

"Perhaps you are still counting on the government to provide a safety net, but I can responsibly tell you that this is unrealistic. Our county is already impoverished, and there are only so many enterprises in the county, and each one has its own place.

Your factory is already overstaffed, with over 400 people. How can you have so many people when the annual output of a light bulb factory is so low? Have you ever thought about this?"

Wang Jianlin didn't dare to respond and could only lower his head.

In fact, everyone knows why this happens.

In the 1970s and 1980s, when the light bulb factory was still very prosperous, anyone with a little bit of connections wanted to be let in.

In this way, the factory, which originally had only more than 100 people, expanded to more than 400 people.

There are only so many positions, and now three or four people have to be assigned to each position.

It would be strange if such a company did not collapse?

But who can be blamed for this kind of thing?

Wang Jianlin, who has been the factory director for more than ten years, certainly has some responsibility, but to say that he bears the main responsibility is really unfair to him.

As for Wang Xinyong, it had nothing to do with him. He had only been in office for two years.

"Alright, Jianlin, I might have been a little harsh just now." Seeing Wang Jianlin keeping his head down and not saying anything, Wang Xinyong softened his tone. "I know this matter doesn't have much to do with you. Many popular companies at that time were like that."

"Thank you for your understanding!" Wang Jianlin finally spoke.

"How about this, Jianlin? Mr. Zhao previously promised to spend 35 to buy your factory's land, factory buildings, and dormitory buildings. I'd like to ask Mr. Zhao to give me a little more. After all, things are not going well here at the light bulb factory."

Wang Xinyong turned to look at Zhao Wenhao: "Boss Zhao, can you also tell me what you think?"

"Alright, since County Magistrate Wang has spoken, I'll do it. Hengyuan Electronics is willing to invest 40 yuan. Also, if any employees from the light bulb factory are willing to work for us, as long as they pass the interview, we'll hire them as usual."

Zhao Wenhao immediately expressed his attitude.

It was only an extra 5 yuan, and he was racing against time. As long as the expansion was completed sooner, the company's revenue would increase further.

He didn't want to waste time arguing with both parties.

"Okay, Mr. Zhao is straightforward!" Wang Xinyong slammed the table and shouted, "Jianlin, look, Mr. Zhao has already made such a concession, why don't you express your opinion too?"

"Alright, now that Mr. Zhao has said so, it would be hypocritical of me to refuse." Wang Jianlin stood up and nodded to Wang Xinyong. "When I get back, I'll work with everyone and try to reach a deal within a week so we can move there before the New Year."

"That's right, this is the kind of person who can do great things, he has courage." Wang Xinyong patted Wang Jianlin's shoulder happily.

The Lunar New Year is just one month away, and Wang Jianlin has made such a promise, which shows that he has made a great determination.