Rebirth: My dad is too obedient

Chapter 531 Our World

in the afternoon.

Meng Huiyang was very polite and took Xu Chen and his group on a tour of the Red Star Winery, showing them the office areas on each floor of the "Red Star Building".

There's not much to see, really. I visited the "Red Star History and Culture" exhibition area on the second floor last time I came.

But perhaps because he had drunk some alcohol, and because he was really happy about the project, Meng Huiyang became very talkative.

"When Mr. Xu comes next time, we will arrange for him to stay at the winery headquarters in Huairou District."

That area is actually better for exploring, and you can also see our old wine cellars that have been there since the factory was built in 49!

Gu Xinxin followed Xia Mengxiang to her workstation, where the two discussed their plans for future communication.

The project was already finalized, and no changes were even made to Xu Chen's proposal.

Next came the contract and legal communication phase between the two sides, with "Dongchen Advertising" simultaneously producing an overall project progress plan.

In addition, communication with spokesperson Zhang Tielin will be arranged by "Hongxing Winery".

Originally, this matter should have been handled by the contractor, Dongchen Advertising, but Meng Huiyang made two phone calls at noon, saying that among the media outlets in Beijing that his superior unit cooperated with, there happened to be a channel that directly connected with Zhang Tielin.

Xu Chen naturally had no objections.

Communicating with artists is inherently troublesome, and it doesn't generate much profit for "Dongchen Advertising." Having the client handle it themselves saves a lot of trouble in execution.

Subsequently, "Dongchen Advertising" took care of the production of advertising videos and print materials. Sun Aimei and Gu Xinxin were already very familiar with the process, and they easily earned another source of income from the project.

Meanwhile, the news that "Little Xu" had secured another project while on a business trip had already been shared in the company group chat.

This naturally drew cheers and applause.

Zhuang Lei, Ma Lingyao, and Pan Mengting, who had participated in the project discussions, were especially happy.

A greater sense of participation naturally leads to a greater sense of accomplishment and honor.

……

Around 3 p.m., Meng Huiyang finally saw Xu Chen and his group downstairs.

Xia Mengxiang arranged for several colleagues to give each of Xu Chen and his group a beautiful gift box.

Even Guo Liang and Dr. Liu, who weren't present, were included. It seems Meng Huiyang and Xia Mengxiang really put their minds to it, remembering everyone's names very clearly.

Mr. Xu politely expressed his gratitude, while Meng Huiyang remained smiling and remarkably moved.
"I really want to thank Mr. Xu!"
Without the plans from General Manager Xu and Dongchen Advertising, we at 'Red Star' really wouldn't know how to fight this advertising campaign..."

It was entirely genuine, a heartfelt expression of emotion.

When Meng Huiyang heard that Sun Aimi and Gu Xinxin were heading to the airport, he asked Xia Mengxiang to arrange a car to take them there, which was a very polite and thoughtful gesture.

……

……

A private spot by the window in the hotel's tea bar.

Jiang Huaqin and Xu Zhiquan were chatting while their assistant, Wei Xinyao, was helping them make and pour tea.

Xu Chen sat obediently to the side, naturally not taking the initiative to say much in front of the two elders.

Jiang Huaqin picked up the teapot, personally poured Xu Chen a cup of tea, and said:
"Let me express my gratitude to Mr. Xu again!"

Xu Chen held the cup with both hands:

"President Jiang, you're too kind. The 'Red Star' project is simply part of Dongchen Advertising's business."

Jiang Huaqin smiled.

He looked up at Xu Chen, unable to resist showing admiration, then sighed, and patted Xu Zhiquan on the shoulder:

"I envy President Xu; he has such a capable son!"

Then he sighed, which left people somewhat puzzled.

Xu Chen remained silent, knowing that he shouldn't say anything at this moment.

Jiang Huaqin then looked at Xu Chen and said with a smile:

"It's too formal for you to keep calling me 'General Manager Jiang'!"
Mr. Xu and I have a very close relationship. I'm the same age as your father, just two or three years older..."

Xu Zhiquan smiled and remained silent, simply watching his son with a smile.

Xu Chen naturally understood, and holding his teacup, he called out softly:
"Uncle Jiang!"

Jiang Huaqin laughed twice, feeling very happy and carefree.

The conversation mainly consisted of the two "elders" chatting, while Xu Chen stayed by their side, occasionally chiming in when asked questions.

During their casual conversation, Jiang Huaqin took the initiative to talk to Xu Zhiquan about "Dr. Liu," indicating that he still cared about Dr. Liu and was very happy about Dr. Liu joining "Chenfeng Technology."

Similarly, Jiang Huaqin believes that Liu Qilin's joining "Chenfeng Technology" as "Chief Engineer" is a very meaningful thing for the Xu family's business in terms of the future.

Xu Zhiquan clearly trusted Jiang Huaqin, and casually asked about Dr. Liu's implementation and arrangements within the company.

Jiang Huaqin smiled and said a few modest words, but he did offer some specific suggestions, which Xu Zhiquan found quite helpful.

"Dr. Liu is a scientist, and his technical expertise extends far beyond just researching electric motors."

He is a true expert in the fields of batteries and electronic control systems.

As I said this morning, I initially didn't quite believe you guys could poach Dr. Liu..."

"After all, he is a scientist and prefers to work in the laboratory."

If we make him the 'chief engineer,' we'll probably need to assign him a supportive deputy to help with personnel and management matters.

However, we still need to consider Dr. Liu's feelings and prioritize tasks.

Scholars and intellectuals, after all, have their own temperaments and personalities, unlike us common folk!

"I heard from a friend at the Chinese Academy of Sciences that Dr. Liu had some praise for the 'Chenfeng Electric Vehicle,' especially when compared with several competing products."

However, Dr. Liu still had some opinions and complaints, which Mr. Xu could discuss with him in detail.

"If you're planning to update your products by the end of this year or next year, Dr. Liu can definitely be a real help..."

"Are the batteries for 'Chenfeng' now supplied by the industrial belt in Guangdong Province?"
I suspect Dr. Liu also has objections...

But Mr. Xu rest assured, his opinion will only help Chenfeng.

It might increase the cost a bit, but it will definitely enhance the competitiveness of your car.

……

With no one else around, "General Manager Jiang" and "General Manager Xu" engaged in a more in-depth conversation.

Perhaps because he had been drinking, or perhaps because he and Xu Zhiquan were truly close friends, Jiang Huaqin started talking about things related to "Da Tuo Auto Shop" and even asked Xu Zhiquan for his opinion.

Xu Zhiquan is also an honest person who speaks his mind without reservation, and his opinions are given after careful consideration.

Xu Chen listened quietly from the side and learned some inside information about the electric vehicle sales channels.

Currently, in the northern electric vehicle market, besides "Datuo Motorcycle Shop" and "Aixing Motorcycle Shop", there are two other major players: "Changxing Motorcycle Shop" and "Dafeng Motorcycle Shop".

However, these two companies have exclusive partnerships with "Aibang Electric Vehicle" and "Shenbiao Electric Vehicle" respectively, and are backed by investments from "Aibang" and "Shenbiao".

Therefore, Chenfeng Electric Vehicles was unable to enter the premises to discuss cooperation.

Jiang Huaqin and Xu Zhiquan were discussing channel competition, and when they talked about some future plans and schemes, Xu Chen was somewhat surprised.

The owner of "Da Tuo Auto Shop" is actually plotting to acquire "Da Feng Auto Shop" through various means. "Da Feng Auto Shop" is currently the smallest of the four companies and has an exclusive partnership with "Shen Biao Electric Vehicle".

According to Jiang Huaqin, "Dafengchexing" has been unable to grow its scale precisely because it is tied to "Shenmiao" and cannot sell electric vehicles from other companies.

Under the current circumstances, the investors behind "Dafengchexing" and the two or three senior executives in charge are considering selling the company.

This is what made Jiang Huaqin start thinking.

Jiang Huaqin's "Datuo Auto Shop" is currently the largest in the entire north, but the second largest "Aixing Auto Shop" is closely following behind and closing in.

"Da Tuo Auto Shop" does not actually have a fundamental competitive advantage, and "Ai Xing Auto Shop" is also encroaching on some cities and towns dominated by "Da Tuo".

At the same time, it is becoming increasingly difficult to open new car dealerships, mainly because suitable locations in core cities and towns have already been occupied by a few dealerships.

Although electric vehicle dealerships don't have the same high demand for "customer traffic" as KFC or McDonald's, there are actually only a few suitable places to drive around in a city or town.

Under the current circumstances, it is becoming increasingly difficult for "Datuo Auto" to expand its scale by constantly opening new stores.

However, if "Da Tuo Auto Shop" can acquire "Da Feng Auto Shop", it will also acquire all of "Da Feng's" stores.

In this way, "Da Tuo Auto Sales" became the undisputed number one electric vehicle channel dealer in the north.

Sales volume, scale, and efficiency will continue to concentrate on the "top players".

The scale and efficiency of "Da Tuo Auto Shop" will only get better and better...

Jiang Huaqin sipped his tea and continued:

"Now that 'Big Windmill Shop' is up for sale, it's not impossible for me to acquire it. Of course, I'll still need to think of ways to secure funding and connections."

But if you really want to do it, there are ways to do it...

He paused, turned to look at Xu Zhiquan, leaned closer and lowered his voice to say:

"I'll eat 'Big Windmill Shop,' you'll eat 'Shenbiao Electric Vehicle'..."

Then we'll all be number one in scale.

The electric vehicle market in the north then became our domain.

With our base in the rear secure, let's join hands and expand southward...

Xu Zhiquan smiled and said nothing, but simply picked up his glass and clinked it with Jiang Huaqin's.

Xu Chen remained silent, but inwardly he gasped.

Jiang Huaqin was actually urging Lao Xu to take over "Shenbiao Electric Bike"?!
Xu Zhiquan remained calm and picked up the teapot to refill "General Manager Jiang's" tea.

Jiang Huaqin adjusted his teacup, smiled, and continued:

"Mr. Xu is an extremely intelligent person."

With the 'Shenbiao Electric Vehicle' right there, I bet you've actually had this idea in mind for a while now.

Perhaps Mr. Xu had this idea even earlier than I was thinking about 'Big Windmill Shop'.

So, regarding the 'strong wind' issue, I brought it up directly with President Xu to discuss it..."

Xu Zhiquan remained silent, seemingly deep in thought, as he picked up the kettle and added water to the teapot.

Jiang Huaqin continued:
"President Xu probably hasn't made a decision yet either. He can ask Dr. Liu for his opinion when he gets back. He previously had some technical cooperation with Shenbiao."

There is still a chance...

'Shenbiao's' cars aren't very good, but at least they're from an industrial area in Jinshi.

The production resources gathered here are far superior to those in Tiancheng and Wen Province, saving you the trouble of traveling all over the country.

Furthermore, the two production parks of 'Shenbiao' around Jinshi alone are excellent assets and will not result in losses..."

Xu Zhiquan sipped his tea and finally nodded slightly, but he didn't express any clear opinion or attitude. He simply said:

"Thank you for your guidance, Mr. Jiang."

This is a big deal, I need to go back and study it…

Jiang Huaqin smiled, poured Xu Zhiquan another cup of tea, and didn't say anything more.

……

Around 4 o'clock, Xu Zhiquan accompanied Jiang Huaqin downstairs, while Xu Chen went back to his hotel room alone first.

After tidying up the room for a while and changing into some light and comfortable clothes, I plopped down on the sofa.

Xu Chen turned on the TV, and a satellite TV station in Henan Province was broadcasting a certain anti-Japanese war drama.

I had no interest in watching it; I just treated it as background noise.

Xu Chen was still somewhat surprised by what Xu Zhiquan and Jiang Huaqin had just talked about.

Jiang Huaqin wanted to take over another car dealership, while his father, Xu Zhiquan, was probably planning to take over another electric vehicle factory in Jinshi.

I haven't heard Lao Xu mention this before, so I don't know if it's true.

In addition, Xu Chen may need to verify with Lao Xu whether Jiang Huaqin is truly trustworthy.

If there are any potential dangers, Xu Zhiquan should be prepared in advance.

Today's conversation confirms that Jiang Huaqin's mind is "bold yet meticulous."

If Lao Xu had really considered taking "Shen Biao," and Jiang Huaqin had guessed Lao Xu's thoughts, then Xu Chen still sensed a bit of danger.

This "General Manager Jiang" is too shrewd.

To work with him, you need an absolute relationship of trust.

Xu Chen got up, took a can of Coke from the small refrigerator, and then laughed self-deprecatingly.

My dad isn't a child anymore. He may appear simple and honest on the surface, but he's actually a shrewd and calculating person.

If there were any potential dangers in cooperating with Jiang Huaqin, Lao Xu would have been prepared long ago.

No need to worry too much.

I'll talk to Lao Xu later.

……

Dinner has already been arranged; it's a dinner with "Dr. Liu".

Moreover, Dr. Liu had taken the initiative to invite this dinner, saying he wanted to get to know "Little Xu" better.

Xu Chen found it interesting; it was his first time communicating with "postdoctoral fellows" and "scientists," and he was still quite intrigued by the novelty.

Since it was still early, Xu Chen yawned and decided to take a nap.

The early morning proposal presentation was a bit rushed.

I lay down on the bed and scrolled through my phone for a while.

The "Red Star" project has created a new project group, and Meng Huiyang is personally in the group this time.

Meng Huiyang did not directly follow up on the project that was "difficult to explain in a few words" last time; it was his subordinate Xia Mengxiang who handled the coordination.

Meng Huiyang himself is the primary person in charge of this "Grandmaster Project".

Gu Xinxin should be at the airport right now, but she has already shared the follow-up execution plan in the group chat, showing that she is quick and reliable.

(End of this chapter)