Reborn as Zhao Ruilong of Handong, I will defy fate.

Qingshan District, Yantai City.

Inside the Handong Retired Cadres Sanatorium.

Taking advantage of the bright sunshine and clear weather.

Chen Yanshi held the water hose and watered the flowers and plants in the yard.

After the Lantern Festival, he followed Zhao Shuji's advice and moved here from the Jingzhou Nursing Home.

I feel much more energetic in this new place.

Not only is the environment better, but the surrounding neighbors are all retired senior cadres.

People enjoy tea, play chess, discuss current affairs, exchange calligraphy, and practice gardening... life is exceptionally comfortable.

"Old Chen, the phone!"

Wang Fuzhen hurriedly sat down.

“Tell Lao Liao I’ll be right there. Let him set up the chessboard first. I’ll crush him today.”

As Chen Yanshi spoke, he watered the flowers and plants.

"It's not Lao Liao, it's Zheng Xipo!"

"What? Zheng Xipo? Why is he calling me again?"

"How would I know? Could it be that something happened at Dafeng Factory again?"

Wang Fuzhen's words made Chen Yanshi's heart skip a beat.

That was a reform project he spearheaded many years ago, a project that showcased his political achievements.

To say I'm not worried about you would be a lie.

However, having suffered a great loss before, they are clearly afraid of getting involved in troubled waters again.

His wife, Wang Fuzhen, naturally knows her husband very well.

"Although we don't get involved in Dafeng Factory's affairs, we've known each other for so many years. Since he's calling, let's answer the phone and hear what he has to say!"

"Okay, give it to me!"

Chen Yanshi picked up the phone and answered the call.

"Hey Mr. Chen, it's me, Zheng Xipo!"

As soon as the call connected, Zheng Xipo's joyful voice came through.

Chen Yanshi frowned.

"Is there a problem?"

"Yes, good news, great news! Huge good news, Mr. Chen!"

Zheng Xipo's tone was exceptionally excited.

But Chen Yanshi remained calm in his tone.

"Really? Then tell me, what's the good news?"

Zheng Xipo was so excited that he quickly said:

"Our Dafeng Factory has finally turned its luck around and completely turned things around, Mr. Chen!"

"After the Spring Festival, we won several big bids in Linjiang Province, and now the factory has no worries about not having orders!"

"Moreover, the fact that private enterprises from our Handong Province have been able to win bids in Linjiang Province through fair and just competition fully demonstrates Linjiang Province's first-class business environment."

"This matter has caught the attention of the Central Power Company. Today, the Economic Observation program from the Finance Channel came to our Dafeng Factory and is currently filming exterior footage. They will also be going into the workshop later..."

Chen Yanshi looked utterly incredulous.

Dafeng Factory on TV?

It was broadcast on CCTV?

Is it because I'm getting old and starting to have fantasies?

Or is Zheng Xipo helping Cai Chenggong again, and what wicked scheme is he plotting?

"Wait a minute, wait a minute."

"What did you just say?"

"Dafeng Factory is located in Linjiang Province, and it has won several projects in a row?"

"This is something that could attract the attention of the Central Radio and Television Station? That's really strange!"

Zheng Xipo laughed and said, "Winning the bid is not surprising. What is surprising is that our Dafeng Factory can win bids one after another, and they are all from companies outside the province."

"Director Zhang from the program team said that all provinces are now focusing on economic development and optimizing the business environment. Linjiang Province's elimination of regional discrimination and local protectionism is something that deserves to be publicized and reported."

Chen Yanshi did not believe these words.

It would be quite an achievement for Dafeng Factory to win even one bid in Linjiang Province.

It's incredible that they managed to win several in a row!

For a company to be featured on a television program is already a remarkable achievement.

Unexpectedly, Dafeng Factory, which was on the verge of bankruptcy not long ago, is still going to be listed on the central power grid.

So many coincidences and good fortune combined.

It's either a trap, or Zhong Zhengguo is helping them.

Otherwise, why would CCTV report on the large wind power plant?

However, Zheng Xipo on the other end of the phone was very excited.

"Mr. Chen, I'm calling to ask if you have time to come over?"

"Director Zhang heard that you were the one who organized the restructuring of Dafeng Factory back then, so he would like to invite you to come to the site and give an interview."

"If it's inconvenient for you to travel, we can send someone to pick you up by car..."

Chen Yanshi hurriedly said, "No need, no need. I'm not fully recovered yet, so I won't join in the fun! Besides, I'm feeling sick, how could I possibly appear on CCTV?"

Zheng Xipo advised, "Why don't you reconsider? This is the Central Telecommunications, Elder Chen. This is probably a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Are you sure you don't want to come?"

"Moreover, in order to ensure a good recording of the program today, General Manager Cai led everyone to clean up the factory area overnight, and also called in a lot of vehicles today."

"We have all kinds of cars, including Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, and even Rolls-Royce. We'll form a convoy to pick up the crew from the airport. It'll be quite a grand and impressive trip."

"Now these cars are parked in front of our office building, in the parking area near the wall. They look incredibly luxurious and imposing. Don't you really want to come and take a look?"

Chen Yanshi smiled faintly.

"I'm too old to join in the fun. I'll leave the opportunity to go to the Central Radio and Television Station to you!"

“You have to understand that the program’s runtime is limited. If I’m interviewed, the time allotted to other people will be reduced.”

"Moreover, you and Cai Chenggong know best about the restructuring of Dafeng Factory back then. You two can talk to the program team about it."

Chen Yanshi, who had been in politics for many years, knew that once he sided with Zhao Lichun, he could no longer have any dealings with Zhong Zhengguo.

Since you've guessed that Zhong Zhengguo is helping Dafeng Factory boost its performance and promote its business, why should you try to steal the spotlight?

Besides, let's talk about appearing on television...

The time before the Spring Festival when I helped Dafeng Factory, which led to countless people kneeling down and begging for help.

If Zhao Shuji hadn't ordered the broadcast to stop, he would have been on television long ago and become infamous.

Therefore, Chen Yanshi has no real interest in becoming famous on television.

Especially when he heard that Cai Chenggong had borrowed many cars to make an appearance.

This was something Chen Yanshi, who had lived through the war years, couldn't bear to hear.

Is this still considered seeking truth from facts?

What to pretend to be?

They can't even afford to pay salaries, yet they pretend to have great benefits and that their employees can easily buy cars, right?

Has the problem of poor management and poor performance of Dafeng Factory been fundamentally solved?

Even under Zhong Zhengguo's manipulation of power.

He was fortunate enough to win several bids in Linjiang Province and was also featured in a report by CCTV, which made him even more famous.

But in Chen Yanshi's view, this was nothing more than allowing Dafeng Factory to prolong its existence.

Besides, they brought so many cars just to make a show of it.

Based on this alone, once the truth is exposed, it will be enough to make them lose face.

That's why it's so lively...

Chen Yanshi decided not to join in.

hang up the phone.

Chen Yanshi immediately turned on the tap again to water the flowers.

"Dafeng Factory is in trouble, why don't you go and help?"

Wang Fuzhen asked jokingly.

"What can I do to help?"

“They now have Zhong Shuji’s backing, and they’re winning bids one after another, and they’re even getting interviewed by CCTV.”

"Since your business is doing so well, why should I bother to join in the fun?"

As soon as Chen Yanshi finished speaking, his phone rang again.

Upon seeing that it was Lao Liao calling, he immediately answered with a big laugh.

"Hey Lao Liao, I'm coming right away."

"Have you set up the chessboard? Okay, I've also brewed the tea in advance, alright, alright!"

After hanging up the phone, Chen Yanshi hurriedly watered the remaining flowers and plants.

Then he hurriedly changed out of his rain boots, grabbed the teapot, and ran away.

Wang Fuzhen was still worried.

After tidying up the small courtyard, I secretly took a peek.

She discovered that her husband was indeed playing chess in the lakeside pavilion.

The resounding thud of the chess pieces being struck could be heard from a great distance.

"It seems he has truly let go!"

"At this age, why bother with those things?"

Even if Dafeng Factory makes a lot of money, it's not certain that they'll get a single penny.

"What use is an interview with CCTV or any kind of fame to a retired old man?"

……

the other side.

Chen Yanshi, indifferent to fame and fortune, declined interviews.

Zheng Xipo was the complete opposite of Chen Yanshi.

After making the call, he immediately went back to inform the program team.

He followed the production team wherever they went.

He arrived before six in the morning to tidy up and set up, and then went to the airport to pick them up.

When the program crew arrived at the factory, he stayed by their side without leaving their side.

It wasn't until Director Zhang asked him to inquire whether Chief Prosecutor Chen, who had presided over the reform back then, was available for an interview.

If it weren't for Director Zhang's reminder, I would have been so focused on getting on TV and showing my face that I wouldn't have cared about Chen Yanshi at all.

Moreover, if Cai Chenggong weren't the chairman and general manager, he would have loved to personally act as a guide and introduce the program team.

Fortunately, after arriving at the production workshop...

Cai Chenggong entrusted him with the task of introducing the project.

This made Zheng Xipo extremely happy.

He not only boasted and promoted the equipment, but also made it sound like the industry's top-notch, even though it was very old.

He's quite good at finding angles, so that while the photographer is filming him, the workers who are on good terms with him also get to show their faces.

Now that we've come to the production workshop, how can we not interview some outstanding employees?

As for the interviewees, they were naturally handpicked by Zheng Xipo, the most eloquent and articulate.

Facing the camera, he delivered a lengthy and eloquent speech.

Subsequently.

In order to obtain more materials.

Cai Chenggong organized a meeting with a group of workers.

They pretended to have a heated discussion about the issues, showcasing the employees' spirit of brainstorming and striving for progress.

In addition, the management team also holds meetings, which are personally chaired by General Manager Cai Chenggong.

Even though it was just a temporary photo shoot, everyone was very serious about discussing how to seize the construction period while also keeping quality management in mind.

of course.

For Cai Chenggong, the most important thing was not sitting with Zheng Xipo and talking about the enterprise reform of that year.

Instead, he sat alone, dressed in a suit and tie, behind a large desk, facing the camera and recounting his development process and entrepreneurial experiences over the years.

There were small flags stuck on his desk, and behind him were not only bookshelves and calligraphy and paintings, but also bright red flags... He looked every bit the part of a successful entrepreneur.

"...As a model of state-owned enterprise reform, we make full use of employee stock ownership to inspire everyone's enthusiasm for work. We keep up with market demands and industry changes, and adhere to the principles of customer first and first-class quality..."

Facing the camera, Cai Chenggong pointed out the country's situation and spoke eloquently.

A true success story of an entrepreneur!

Last night, Tsai Cheng-cheng even wanted his wife to pretend to be his secretary.

But I changed my mind at the last minute this morning.

My wife's family has made significant contributions to my career.

How can you just pretend to be a secretary and call it a day?

At the end of the interview, Tsai Cheng-cheng had his wife, Hsu Mei-li, make an appearance.

I am grateful for her silent support and encouragement over the years, accompanying me through thick and thin.

The interview recording has ended.

Naturally, the employees lined up to see them off, and the luxury convoy headed straight for the most luxurious Century Hotel nearby.

After the production team had a good meal in the luxurious private room, they were naturally served local specialties.

but……

The production team, which promised not to accept a single penny, did not accept the 'local specialties'.

They took him to the airport and solemnly promised before parting that it would be broadcast the next night.

This made Cai Chenggong extremely happy.

After seeing the program crew off, he immediately asked his wife to inform the family and Zheng Xipo to inform the employees.

Tomorrow night at 7:40 PM, all employees will gather in the auditorium to watch CCTV Finance Channel together…