Reborn in 1985: From Selling Braised Duck to Becoming the World's Richest Man

Upon hearing Director Qin's words, Liang Ming's expression changed slightly, and he said:

"Is the Second Sports Equipment Factory going to expand its production of fixed-gear bicycles?"

"This is certainly not good news for us, but..."

"The opening banquet should still be held."

When Factory Director Qin saw Liang Ming, he still wanted to hold a banquet and tried to persuade him, "Mr. Liang, our factory..."

"In that case, Director Qin, we'll have a small banquet with just a few tables, nothing too ostentatious. We'll just invite some of your industry friends."

Liang Ming waved his hand, interrupting Factory Director Qin, and said.

Seeing Liang Ming's firm attitude, Factory Director Qin sighed helplessly and said, "You're the boss, so I have no choice but to listen to you."

Seeing the helpless expression on Factory Director Qin's face, Liang Ming laughed heartily, patted him on the shoulder, and said:

"Director Qin, there's no need to put so much pressure on yourself."

"Although the Second Sports Equipment Factory has a good reputation, our fixed-gear bikes are improved and look better than theirs."

"Even if our production capacity can't match theirs, we can compete with the second sporting goods manufacturer in other ways!"

Upon hearing Liang Ming's words, Factory Director Qin did not refute them, because what Liang Ming said was indeed the truth.

The fixed-gear bicycles produced by Liangji Bicycle Factory are indeed aesthetically pleasing.

Instead of traditional handlebars, the front of the bike features a pair of curved handlebar hooks shaped like bull horns welded onto the handlebars, giving it an aggressive look.

When Factory Director Qin first saw the new design drawings that Liang Ming handed him, his eyes widened in amazement.

Even in middle age, the sight of such aggressive bullhorn handlebars still stirs the heart.

Factory Director Qin believed that any man would be tempted by such a pair of bullhorn-shaped handlebars.

"Mr. Liang, I'm afraid no young person could refuse our product," said Factory Manager Qin.

"Our bicycles are targeted at young people."

Liang Ming smiled and said.

At this point, he asked Factory Director Qin, "When will our factory be able to produce the first batch of fixed-gear bicycles?"

"At the fastest, we can produce 30 cars today."

Although Factory Director Qin didn't know why Liang Ming asked this, he still answered:

"After all, the workers are all novices, and it's just the beginning, so the production capacity of bicycles can't be increased yet."

"Once we get more skilled, producing more than 100 units a day won't be a problem."

"I see!"

After hearing Director Qin's words, Liang Ming nodded slightly, and then said:

"We'll have the opening banquet tonight. I'll go invite the guests now."

"So anxious?"

Before Director Qin could say anything more, Liang Ming had already driven away from Liang's Bicycle Factory in a hurry.

That evening, Liang Ming called back and asked Factory Director Qin to bring 10 newly produced fixed-gear bicycles to Xiangmanlou Restaurant.

Although Director Qin didn't know what Liang Ming was planning, he still found a tractor, loaded 10 new fixed-gear bicycles, and set off.

"Distinguished leaders, take a look at the new designs and products of our Liangji Bicycle Factory. Aren't they more stylish, unique, and beautiful than the bicycles currently on the market?"

As soon as Director Qin arrived at Xiangmanlou Restaurant, he saw Liang Ming leading a group of important people around a tractor, introducing the fixed-gear bicycles on the back of the tractor.

Many of these people were acquaintances of Director Qin.

Director Qian Jian of the county's state-run restaurant.

Director Chen of the county supply and marketing cooperative.

Director Liang of the county steel plant.

Wang Jiu from Taoyuan Township Police Station.

And his old friend Liu Ming, etc.

When these people saw the fixed-gear bicycle on the tractor, they were also attracted by its bull-horn handlebar design and marveled at it.

"Mr. Liang, is this the product of your bicycle factory? The design is indeed beautiful, and the materials used are of good quality steel."

The steel plant manager, Liang Liang, was full of amazement as he touched a fixed-gear bicycle and exclaimed in admiration.

As a veteran steelworker, he can tell whether a bicycle frame is made of good or bad material just by touching it.

"These hook handlebars look like bull horns, and to be honest, they really caught my eye."

Qian Jian nodded in agreement.

Wang Jiu's face showed a thoughtful expression, and he said:

"If I were chasing a suspect on this fixed-gear bicycle, could I just use the handlebars to nudge him in the kidneys and instantly subdue him?"

Upon hearing Wang Jiu's words, the others showed strange expressions, took two steps back, and kept their distance from Wang Jiu.

"Brother Liang Ming, your fixed-gear bicycle seems to have the same name as the new bicycle from the Second Sports Equipment Factory."

"However, your bicycle design is more avant-garde and looks better."

The aged liquor from the county supply and marketing cooperative spoke up.

"Director Chen, to be honest, I provided the design drawings for the fixed-gear bikes at the Second Sports Equipment Factory."

Liang Ming didn't hide anything, pointing to Factory Director Qin beside him, and explained:

"The factory director next to me, Director Qin, is the head of the logistics department of the Second Sports Equipment Factory."

Upon hearing this, everyone glanced at Factory Director Qin and nodded slightly to him.

We all work for state-owned enterprises. The county town isn't very big, but it's not small either.

They had heard that a new factory manager had been parachuted into the Second Sports Equipment Factory, and that the original management team had been completely reshuffled.

They also felt sympathy and regret for Qin Fen's experience.

Liu Ming then spoke up, saying to Qin Fen, "Director Qin, the new director of the sports equipment factory is too narrow-minded. He's even keeping a veteran like you, who has worked here for so many years, idle at home!"

"We're not going to serve this new leader who can't tolerate anyone."

"Boss Liang is a genius. If you partner with him to build a factory, you're sure to make a fortune in the future."

Upon hearing this, Factory Director Qin nodded and said:

"Actually, if I were willing to humble myself, I could easily become a junior employee in the logistics department of a sports equipment factory."

"But I feel that going into business with Boss Liang will open up a wider world for me!"

The others nodded in agreement.

They all knew about Liang Ming's rise to wealth.

A country bumpkin who makes a living by selling braised duck at a street stall and digging for mountain products...

In less than three months, it became the county's number one private restaurant, the first cannery in Taoyuan Township, and a chain restaurant brand that supplies braised food to the canteens of six middle schools in the county.

Such a person is destined for greatness.

Working for a boss like that means you're likely to achieve great things in the future.

While Qin Fen's experience evoked sympathy, Chen Jiu was more concerned about the price of this fixed-gear bicycle.

Such a good product, I might be able to get a batch for the supply and marketing cooperative.

What if it sells out?

Thinking of this, he immediately opened his mouth and asked:

"Boss Liang, Factory Director Qin, your fixed-gear bicycle is a great design success!"

"I wonder what price your factory plans to set for it?"