Reborn in 1981, starting by smashing my iron rice bowl.

Wei Wanqing frowned and said, "Dad, why won't it work again?"

Wei Guohui said sternly, "This formula is Wei Dong's life's work. How can you just take it away like that? Isn't that taking advantage of him?"

In fact, Liu Weidong was quite happy to be taken advantage of by Wei Wanqing. Given her strong family background and personal qualities, there were probably many people who wanted to be taken advantage of by her!

So Liu Weidong quickly laughed and said, "Teacher Wei, you're too kind. I just came up with this recipe by messing around. If my senior sister wants to do the melon seed business, just give it to her. Anyway, I'm not going to do it anymore."

“Junior brother, I appreciate your kindness, but my dad is right about this. As your senior sister, I can’t take advantage of you!” Wei Wanqing patted Liu Weidong’s shoulder casually and said, “How about this, once the melon seed business makes money, I’ll give you 20% of the net profit, as a technical investment. How about that?”

Liu Weidong, of course, didn't object and immediately agreed, his face beaming with joy. He wasn't so much concerned about the 20% profit; he valued his partnership with Wei Wanqing more. This would undoubtedly strengthen Liu Weidong's ties with the Wei family, greatly benefiting his future development.

So Liu Weidong didn't hesitate and wrote down all three recipes. He also told Wei Wanqing many tips for running a sunflower seed business.

He told Wei Wanqing everything he knew about buying these snacks in the future, such as how to build brand awareness and leverage economies of scale; how to design a unified trademark; and how to prepare half-pound and one-pound kraft paper bags in advance to speed up sales.

The result left Wei Wanqing completely stunned, and even Wei Guohui couldn't help but exclaim, "Wei Dong, how could you come up with so many ideas? It's simply amazing!"

Liu Weidong then realized that he had talked a bit too much, and quickly smiled modestly, "It's just something I've been thinking about in my spare time. I hope you'll forgive me."

Wei Guohui said seriously, "Although I have never done business before, I can tell that your ideas will definitely boost sales. You are truly a promising young man! Wanqing, from now on you and Weidong will be partners. If you don't understand something, ask him for advice. Don't make decisions on your own!"

"Ugh, Dad, you're so nagging!" Wei Wanqing muttered impatiently, stood up, and said to the others, "It's getting late, I have to go back!"

Liu Weidong glanced at the wall clock and realized it was already past nine o'clock. He took the opportunity to say goodbye to Wei Guohui: "Oh, it's already past nine o'clock. I have to go back now. Goodbye, teacher. Goodbye, teacher's wife!"

Yang Jianying wasn't interested in the three's conversation and had already gone to watch TV. Only then did she say to her daughter with concern, "Wanqing, it's so late. I'm worried about you going home alone. Why don't you stay at home for the night?"

But Wei Wanqing shook her head and said, "No, I need to go back and organize the results of my discussion with my junior brother. It will be very late, so I won't disturb your rest!"

Yang Jianying frowned and said, "But it's almost ten o'clock..."

Liu Weidong smiled and said, "Teacher's wife, don't worry, I will get my senior sister home safely."

Yang Jianying was relieved and saw the two off with satisfaction.

Liu Weidong arrived by bicycle, but this was his first time meeting Wei Wanqing, so he didn't dare let the strong woman ride behind him and take her back. He could only push the bicycle and walk slowly together.

Wei Wanqing didn't want Liu Weidong to take her with him. After walking a few steps, she let out a long sigh of relief: "Ah, finally some peace and quiet. My parents are so nagging!"

Liu Weidong said with a smile, "Senior sister, please don't say that. Teacher and his wife are only doing this for your own good."

Wei Wanqing glared at Liu Weidong with displeasure and said, "Why do you say that too? You're so young, yet you're so old-fashioned, like an old man. No wonder you get along with my dad!"

Liu Weidong almost got seen through by the strong woman, so he didn't dare to say anything more and quickly changed the subject, saying, "Actually, the melon seed business definitely doesn't earn as much as the garment factory. Senior sister, you must distinguish between primary and secondary matters, and don't lose the watermelon for the sake of the sesame seeds."

Wei Wanqing said in surprise, "You also have a share in the melon seed business, yet you're advising me not to invest too much? Don't you want to make money?"

Liu Weidong said seriously, "A gentleman loves money, but he earns it in a proper way. I would never deliberately cheat my own people just to make a few more bucks!"

It's important to understand that Liu Weidong's collaboration with Wei Wanqing was aimed at strengthening ties with the Wei family; he certainly wouldn't risk making things worse for the sake of a small profit from the melon seed business.

These words pleased the strong woman greatly. She patted Liu Weidong on the shoulder and said, "Hmm, as expected of my father's student, I didn't misjudge you! Don't worry, once I've made my fortune, I won't treat you unfairly, hehehe!"

Wei Wanqing's smile made her even more exuding a mature and sophisticated aura, leaving Liu Weidong completely mesmerized. Such a powerful and charismatic beauty was a rare sight these days, making him feel quite intrigued.

While secretly admiring Wei Wanqing's outstanding temperament, Liu Weidong was also somewhat curious about her husband, Zhou Zhenyu. This guy had such a beautiful and capable wife, yet he went after the girl he was teaching; he really didn't know what he was thinking.

Wei Wanqing also noticed that Liu Weidong's gaze was a bit strange, and couldn't help but frown and ask, "Why are you looking at me like that?"

"Senior sister, didn't you notice that's a look of reverence in your eyes?" Liu Weidong said nonchalantly, "You just said you wouldn't treat me badly. I've always treated someone like you, my long-term meal ticket, with the utmost respect!"

"Hmph, smooth talker!" Wei Wanqing was not as easily fooled as Wang Shujuan and immediately exposed Liu Weidong's lie.

However, Wei Wanqing didn't take it to heart. Instead, she quickly said to Liu Weidong, "What other ideas do you have about the melon seed business? Tell me everything and let's discuss it!"

Wei Wanqing's attitude impressed Liu Weidong. As expected of a powerful businesswoman, her ambition was truly strong. He quickly added, "After the melon seeds hit the market, we can first talk to state-owned stores about getting the products in. We can agree on a percentage of the commission per kilogram, which should allow us to quickly expand our business. I think the state-owned stores in the county are a great starting point!"

Wei Wanqing smiled with satisfaction: "Liu Weidong, you're really something, you have so many clever ideas!"

Liu Weidong said discontentedly, "Senior sister, how can you talk like that? What do you mean by 'ghost idea'? This is clearly a brilliant idea!"

"Okay, okay, I misspoke!" Wei Wanqing readily admitted her mistake, her steps becoming slightly unsteady, clearly having drunk too much at her parents' house and now the effects of the alcohol were kicking in.

Liu Weidong quickly took the strong woman's arm and asked, "Senior sister, are you alright?"

"I'm fine, just a little dizzy, it's nothing!" Wei Wanqing pushed Liu Weidong's hand away and said, "No need to help me, we'll be there soon anyway!"

Liu Weidong didn't force her; he just wanted to get the half-drunk businesswoman home as soon as possible so he could go home and sleep early.

However, the two had not gone far when they were blocked by several people.