Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

They definitely want to take advantage of the 'brand' reputation, but that's exactly what they were planning to do.

So-called luxury goods are no different.

They have a 70-80% brand premium, and they can even say things like, "Our shoes aren't meant to be worn."

"The quality of our toys is so good that they can be passed down for three generations."

Hearing Zhu Hao say this, Yang Jianguo chuckled and said, "If it's passed down for three generations, who will buy it then?"

People tend to be more attentive to fragile items and subconsciously perceive them as having higher value.

This is determined by nature, so please stop making jokes about people leaving but machines still existing, or machines being passed down through three generations.

The essence of a toy is 'playability', and as long as that is ensured, that is enough.

"Can't it be made of pure metal?"

Zhu Hao's tone was full of regret, indicating that he also had a strong attachment to steel.

"Metal is not out of the question, but wouldn't the standards be too high?"

The year had not yet turned into the new millennium, nor had it reached full automation, let alone the production of delicate small parts.

"Boss, there's a place where we can produce..."

While Zhu Hao was speaking, Yang Jianguo also realized where the 'place' he was referring to was.

Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill, Special Precision Workshop.

Yang Jianguo and his apprentice Zhang Chao single-handedly built "Red Star," a source of pride and one of the few precision manufacturing plants in China.

Can……

Their production is already running at full capacity. Is it too frivolous to allocate some of their production capacity to manufacture toys?

"The higher-ups won't agree, will they?" Zhu Hao was caught in a dilemma.

Yang Jianguo thought for a moment and said, "I remember there were quite a few new people in the factory who were eliminated because they failed the assessment."

"Yes, those who were eliminated were reassigned to other workshops and quickly became key personnel. Four of them even rose to the position of chief."

"Really!" Yang Jianguo had an idea: "Could we transfer these people out and form a new factory?"

"The steel rolling mill will definitely not agree..." Zhu Hao knew without even thinking how much objection and resistance the steel rolling mill would have.

That was Red Star's trump card, enabling it to stand out nationwide; it was the 'heart' that supplied nutrients and lifeblood to the entire Red Star system.

If these people are separated, Red Star's existing honors and talent pool, including its entire institutional structure, will be destroyed.

"Boss, how about we think of another way?"

Zhu Hao didn't want to put him in a difficult position, since Hongxing was his "home base," and its rapid development over the years had been due to various policy benefits.

While Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill's own strength and contributions are one aspect, who can say that Yang Jianguo's meteoric rise to power wasn't a factor?

Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill has always been proud of him and regards him as a role model.

In the newly renovated Workers' Square, his portrait still hangs, along with various newspaper clippings related to him from the past.

If he were to turn against his own "family" now, his reputation would be ruined no matter what.

Chapter 730 Personal Visit, A Different Circumstances

When it comes to getting things done, if you overthink it, you'll never accomplish anything.

Those who get things done are the ones who take action first and then solve the difficulties.

It might be difficult to get Hongxing to agree to his conditions, but Yang Jianguo was confident he could persuade them.

Awareness, one should still have it...

Since you consider yourself to be from your own family, you should act like one of your own family members.

They can't always check the benefits; they're unhappy if you take even a little out of them.

Yang Jianguo would never acknowledge such a family as his wife's family.

"Well, how about I first sound things out and talk to the factory?"

"No need... Zhang Chao and I will go there ourselves."

Yang Jianguo decided to take his apprentices back to the steel rolling mill in person to talk to the current leadership.

If the discussion goes well, everyone will be happy.

Even if negotiations fail and you're unwilling, you still have to comply.

When did individual will become more important than that of the group?

Yang Jianguo is known for his decisive and efficient work style.

After making the decision, Zhang Chao received a notification to come to his office early the next morning.

"Master, shouldn't we talk to the old factory manager about this first?"

Zhang Chao understood his meaning and supported his decision.

However, some things can be done indirectly, and having the old factory director handle it is a good move.

"No need. Old Yang has worked hard for the factory his whole life. He's so old now. Shouldn't we let him rest?"

"He's getting so worked up over this little thing. If he gets sick, how will I ever face my sister-in-law again? And what about you!"

Zhang Chao felt ashamed and lowered his head, never to mention the matter again.

If we approach Director Yang, he'll definitely have to show up.

This was the cause he dedicated his life to, and even as he was getting old, he was still worried about it until his last breath.

But at his age, he's being forced to step forward and take the blame, putting all the pressure on him.

Yang Jianguo couldn't bear to do such a thing.

"Have someone prepare the car; let's set off now."

Without giving prior notice, the two took a car straight to the Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill.

Compared to the old factory, the new factory is much more well-constructed.

The signboard standing in front of the factory gate, with its brand-new, gold-plated characters, exudes vitality.

The old iron gate has been replaced with an electric gate, and the dilapidated guardhouse has been covered with clean white ceramic tiles.

"Hello, what brings you here?"

The car was stopped by the gatekeeper, and the stern-faced old man clearly recognized the license plate; it wasn't one that an ordinary person could use.

However, they showed no leniency whatsoever and still blocked me.

"Hello, this is from the Ministry of Industry. I've come to the factory to talk to the leaders about something."

Zhu Hao, who was temporarily acting as 'secretary', presented the published identification and pass.

"Wait, let me make a call to confirm."

The security guard took his ID to the building and made a phone call to verify the situation.

Zhang Chao said with a smile, "Our factory is still the same as before, rigorous and safety-conscious."

Today, the world seems to be in a state of peace and prosperity.

However, the "enemy agents" who were previously strictly guarded against still exist, and we must remain vigilant.

Some hide even deeper, concealing themselves behind the internet and others.

Some of them have integrated into various industries and fields, eroding the purity and unity of organizations from within.

Therefore, those in important positions should still maintain the necessary level of vigilance.

In this respect, steel rolling mills have done a very good job.

A moment later, the old man came out with his ID, looking puzzled, and asked, "Excuse me, are you Master Zhang Chao?"

"Yes, it's me." Zhang Chao nodded with a smile.

"Oh dear, look at my eyes... I've seen you a few times before, how come I don't remember you!"

The old man apologized to him with a face full of remorse and politely returned the documents.

Zhang Chao smiled reassuringly and said, "It's alright, I haven't been here for several years either, it has changed quite a bit..."

Now, I eat well and sleep well, and I've gained quite a bit of weight.

"Absolutely! The world is so good these days! I never thought I'd have a day when I could have enough to eat every day."

The two chatted for a bit, and the old man opened the power switch to let them pass. Several figures also hurriedly arrived from a distance.

"It's the deputy factory director, Xu Guochang, and the chief director, He Maoyang."

Zhang Chao recognized the person and explained his identity to Yang Jianguo.

"Pull the car over to the side of the road, let's get out and walk around."

Yang Jianguo and Zhang Chao parked the car in the open space inside the factory gate and got out.

Before he could turn around, he heard someone behind him call out his identity.

"Oh my, it's truly an honor to have such a distinguished leader here! It's such an honor to have you here!"

The chubby Xu Guochang ran up to him with an agility that was far beyond his physical stature.

She reached out and grabbed his hands, shaking them vigorously up and down.

He Maoyang, standing to the side, gripped Zhang Chao's hand tightly, repeatedly saying, "I've missed you so much!"

Yang Jianguo and his apprentice are the most proud heroes of Hongxing Steel Rolling Mill.

Countless times, I tried to invite him back to his "hometown" for a visit, but the top leader refused.

Having finally managed to meet him today, Xu Guochang felt a chill run down his spine, fearing it might not be anything good.

However, we still need to maintain the proper attitude and make sure that the top leader feels the warmth of their "home."

That way, if something really bad happens, he'll be too embarrassed to say anything too harsh.

Perhaps we can even share some of the burden, right?

"Director Xu, it's been a few years since I've been back. The factory is doing quite well under your leadership!"

Yang Jianguo adopted an official tone and completely ignored what his "family member" was saying.

I'm here on official business. Let's get things done first, then we can build relationships and chat casually.

"I can only say that I have not let down the big leader and Director Yang, and the foundation they laid in the past. As for myself... I am very ashamed!"

"With such a good foundation, I failed to expand our factory's advantages and continue to grow bigger and stronger. This is my mistake."

“Big boss, you should come to the factory more often and give us some guidance. After all, you laid a solid foundation for this.”

Xu Guochang remained unmoved, continuing to flatter him and bringing up the past.

But if he knew Yang Jianguo, he would know that what he did was like shooting himself in the foot.

"Then I should come and see more of it. Let's go to the workshop first. It's been a long time since I've been in the workshop and done some work."

Yang Jianguo smiled at Zhang Chao and said, "How about it? Help out your master today and see if your skills have become rusty."

"That's great, it'll broaden everyone's horizons."

"That's right, Engineer Zhang is right. We're really lucky today, we have a chance to broaden our horizons."

The group chatted and laughed as they headed straight for the highly confidential special precision workshop.

What used to be a special precision workshop on a separate plot of land is now enclosed by a wall.

It was covered with electrical wires and had a warning sign that read "High Voltage - Do Not Touch".

Two large iron gates are for vehicles to pass through, while the smaller gate above is for people to pass through. Once inside, there are people specifically responsible for inspection.

He took the equipment and walked towards Yang Jianguo, but Xu Guochang immediately stopped him, saying, "Nonsense, this is a big leader, why are you doing this inspection?"

The security guard was caught in a dilemma, so Yang Jianguo spoke up, "Rules are rules, and they can't be applied differently to people. The checks that need to be done should be done!"

Spreading his arms wide, Yang Jianguo laughed heartily, "Just do things the way they normally do. I'll start."