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

"What is it? Tell me!" Director Qin asked seriously.

"You work on this plan first, and then report back once you get the order," Liang Ming reminded him.

He suspected that the problem with the football orders might be related to people in the factory.

Upon hearing Liang Ming's words, Director Qin looked thoughtful, and finally nodded, saying, "Mr. Liang, I understand. Thank you for reminding me."

Liang Ming nodded and said nothing more.

Liang Ming didn't pay much attention to offering advice to Director Qin.

However, Director Qin was very grateful to Liang Ming. He not only settled the payment for the duck feathers readily, but also gave Liang Ming a red envelope containing 500 yuan.

"Brother Liang Ming, it's a pity that you're so talented and only do business dealing in duck feathers."

Before Liang Ming left, Director Qin called him back and said:

"Are you interested in coming to our factory? I have some influence in the logistics department, and I can arrange it for you."

"Director Qin, I appreciate your kindness."

However, I'm used to being free, and I still prefer to do my own little business.

Liang Ming knew that Director Qin had the intention to recruit him, and he was touched, but he still politely declined.

In the mid-80s, as reform and opening up intensified, a common saying circulated:

"Those who work on missiles are not as well off as those who sell tea eggs."

"Those who wield scalpels are no better off wielding razors."

It's easy to imagine how much money individual business owners and private entrepreneurs make in this era.

"Brother Liang Ming, I respect your choice!"

Director Qin had already guessed that Liang Ming would give this answer, and chuckled:

"However, the doors of our Second Sports Equipment Factory will always be open for you."

You can come anytime you want.

Liang Ming nodded, said a few words of thanks, and then left the Second Sports Equipment Factory.

Liang Ming originally sold duck feathers at the sports equipment factory and only earned 350 yuan.

But unexpectedly, after he suggested to Director Qin that they sell a football, he received a 500 yuan red envelope.

"No matter the era, knowledge is always valuable!" Liang Ming thought to himself.

Before long, Liang Ming drove his Shuangfeng brand diesel tricycle to the Third Steel Plant.

Liu Ming was still in shock when he saw a brand-new farm tricycle driving by.

It wasn't until Liang Ming got out of the car that she exclaimed in surprise, "Brother Liang Ming, you've switched to a gas-powered car?"

"The goods we need to deliver are too heavy, and our mule is too old, so we have to switch to a diesel truck."

Liang Ming said modestly.

"Brother Liang Ming, you're too modest."

Upon hearing this, Liu Ming joked:

"Your diesel tricycle is enough to buy 20 mule carts."

Liang Ming smiled and did not refute.

Liu Ming didn't continue the topic. While having the cafeteria staff unload the braised duck from the truck, he pulled Liang Ming aside and said:

"Brother Liang Ming, come to my office for a while and have some tea. My brother-in-law will be here later, and I'll introduce you to him."

Upon hearing this, Liang Ming raised an eyebrow. It seemed that Liu Ming's brother-in-law was the factory director of the Second Steel Plant.

This second steel plant was a county-level state-owned enterprise.

Especially in this era, steel is a very important strategic resource.

In the future, if Liu Ming's brother-in-law encounters an opportunity, he can be directly transferred to a position in a county-level government department.

Making a friend like this can only bring benefits, not harm.

"Director Liu Ming, is this appropriate?" Liang Ming asked modestly.

"It's suitable, why wouldn't it be suitable?"

Liu Ming hurriedly said:

"You wouldn't believe it, but these past few days, several groups of county leaders have come to our factory."

After they tasted your braised duck, they all exclaimed how wonderful it was, praising the excellent food at our factory and how we truly cared about the workers' stomachs.

The factory leaders received praise, and coincidentally, one of the deputy factory directors reached retirement age.

My brother-in-law originally had a competitor, but because of this incident, his promotion to deputy factory director is practically a done deal.

At this point, Liu Ming paused for a moment, then expressed his gratitude to Liang Ming:

"My brother-in-law and I both owe you a huge favor!!"

If it weren't for Liang Ming's braised duck, his brother-in-law's promotion to deputy factory director might not have happened.

If his brother-in-law's rival becomes the deputy factory director, he might also lose his position as the canteen manager and be replaced by the rival's person.

After listening to Liu Ming's explanation, Liang Ming's face showed a look of realization.

I never expected that my braised duck would save two people.

"Xiao Ming, I asked you to keep my benefactor here, did you manage to do that?"

Not long after Liang Ming and Liu Ming sat down in the office, a loud voice came from outside.

Immediately afterwards, Liang Ming saw a burly middle-aged man walk in from outside.

"Brother-in-law, this is Liang Ming, the brother I told you about who sells braised duck."

Liu Ming immediately stood up and introduced himself to the middle-aged man.

After saying that, he turned to Liang Ming and said, "Brother Liang Ming, this is my brother-in-law Liang Liang."

“Director Liang!” Liang Ming stood up and addressed the middle-aged man named Liang Liang.

"Brother Liang Ming, there's no need to be so formal. We might have been from the same clan five hundred years ago."

If you don't mind, you can just call me Brother Liang.

Liang Liang said with a smile.

Liang Ming was somewhat surprised to see the steel plant director so generous.

The group sat down and began to chat while drinking tea.

After a few words of conversation, Liang Liang's impression of the young man in front of him was completely transformed.

This young man in front of me is not only exceptionally knowledgeable and articulate, but he also has his own insights into the development trends of the international steel industry.

In particular, Liang Ming's statement, "Countries' demand for steel will only increase in areas such as infrastructure construction and manufacturing development," is noteworthy.

"The price of steel will rise by at least 10 to 20 percent in the future," a statement that left a deep impression on Liang Liang.

"Brother Liang Ming, your words are more valuable than ten years of study. I never imagined there was such a talented person as you among the common people."

Liang Liang sighed and said.

"Brother Liang Liang, I was just saying it casually, just take it as a joke," Liang Ming said modestly.

"Brother Liang Ming, I heard that you used to sell braised duck at the gate of our factory, and my brother-in-law had some unpleasantness with you."

On behalf of my brother-in-law, I apologize to you.

Liang Liang looked at Liang Ming with a serious expression and said.

Seeing this, Liang Ming quickly waved his hand and said, "Brother Liang Liang, what happened before is over."

I'm currently in a business partnership with Director Liu Ming, and we have a very good relationship.

At this point, Liang Ming glanced at Liu Ming.

Liu Ming understood and quickly said, "Yes, yes, my relationship with Brother Liang Ming is great now."

Liang Liang nodded slightly, then said to Liang Ming, "No matter what, I owe you a favor because of this braised duck incident."

If you ever need anything from us in the future, just let us know!

Seeing Liang Liang's forthright and generous nature, Liang Ming also considered befriending him.

Since we're friends, it would be best to help Liang Liang avoid the accident that happened at the steel factory in our past life that affected him.

"Brother Liang Liang, has your promotion to deputy factory director been finalized?"

Liang Ming suddenly asked.

Liang Liang was taken aback, wondering why Liang Ming had suddenly brought this up.

But he still replied, "Although it hasn't been finalized yet, this matter should be a sure thing."

"Brother Liang Liang, perhaps I can help you achieve another merit before you are promoted to deputy factory director."

Liang Ming said.

Upon hearing this, both Liang Liang and Liu Ming were taken aback.