Rebirth: My dad is too obedient

Chapter 583 The Principal's Arrival
May Day holiday.

Xu Zhiquan went to the capital with Fang Jun. Fang Jun had already told Xu Chen about this beforehand.

Although it is unknown what the two are going to the capital for, it must be related to the "Fang family".

The "big boss" Fang Xiao has been "sent abroad." In addition to Fang Jun's notification, Xu Zhiquan also privately confirmed this.

It wasn't that Xu Zhiquan didn't trust Fang Jun, but rather that the "big boss" Fang Xiao was still quite difficult to deal with, and Xu Zhiquan was also afraid that there would still be some unresolved troubles.

As for Fang Jun, there's really nothing left that can't be trusted...

In addition, Lao Xu will stay in Beijing until after the May Day holiday, and Dr. Liu will also fly to Beijing after May Day.

In Beijing, Xu Zhiquan, Dr. Liu, and Fang Jun had another extremely important task: to go to "Shenmiao" to negotiate the acquisition deal again.

In fact, the two sides had almost reached an agreement on the "acquisition intention" in February and March, but the twists and turns in March caused the matter to be temporarily put on hold.

Now that conditions are more favorable than before, the acquisition has been put back on the agenda.

Coincidentally, Meng Huiyang's father-in-law played a crucial role in the acquisition negotiations.

This can be considered as extra income for Xu Chen from the "Red Star" advertising project...

If Chenfeng Technology can successfully acquire Shenbiao Electric Vehicle, it will surpass Aibang Electric Vehicle and become the undisputed number one in the Northern market in terms of both scale and market share.

Of course, Dr. Liu's main interest was the battery patent held by "Shenbiao" and the equity of a battery manufacturing company that was associated with it.

If the deal is successfully secured, the idea of ​​"starting a battery and new energy company," which Dr. Liu had previously discussed with Mr. Xu, can then be officially put on the agenda.

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Old Xu was not at home during the May Day holiday, so Xu Chen also stayed in Shanghai and did not go back.

"Little Xu" stayed in Shanghai mainly because the work at "Ranbing Sports" was heavy, and overtime was already scheduled. "Little Xu" then joined in the meetings and work.

Sun Lingfeng spearheaded the launch of the store on Tmall, and Alibaba's very "aggressive" work style clearly permeated the process.

Xu Chen doesn't like this work experience, but since the project is currently in its launch phase, he has no choice but to do it.

In preparation for the launch of "Ranbing Sports Tmall Flagship Store", Nie Fei and Zhou Junjun prepared a large batch of goods.

According to Nie Fei's prediction, with the support of traffic from Tmall, "Ranbing Sports" will definitely see record-breaking sales and revenue in May and June.

The "2008 Olympics" warm-up begins in July and continues until the opening of the Olympics and Bing Ge's competition in August. It is foreseeable that the popularity of "Burning Ice Sports" will once again reach a climax.

Preparations are in full swing, and while the team is under immense pressure, they are also full of enthusiasm.

Xu Chen deliberately stopped some small projects at "Dongchen Advertising" so that Sun Aimei, Gu Xinxin and others could support "Ranbing Sports".

After all, this promotional campaign leveraging the 08 Olympics is truly crucial for "Burning Ice Sports".

This will likely determine the development trend of "burning ice" over the next five to ten years.

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Two days after the May Day holiday ended, Xie Bingran went to Chengdu with the team.

Bing Ge will meet up with the national track and field team from Beijing at the track and field training base in Southwest China for a month-long closed training session.

After that, they will head to Beijing for final adjustments to their condition and training sessions before the Olympics.

The "Bird's Nest" was not yet completed and is expected to be finished by the end of June.

However, basic "field adaptation" can actually be completed at other sports fields in Beijing.

What truly cannot be simulated is the mindset and spirit one experiences when standing on the Olympic stage.

……

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In the blink of an eye, it was mid-September.

On Sunday, Xu Chen drove Nie Fei, Wu Feifei, and Su Rong to the vicinity of Shanghai Railway Station.

Xu Chen parked his car on the side of the road in front of a storefront along the Suzhou River.

Upon getting off the bus, you'll see a row of flower baskets and ribbons, and looking up, you'll see a huge poster of Xie Bingran's "Chenfeng Electric Vehicle".

This is the first "directly operated store" of "Chenfeng Electric Vehicle" in Shanghai, which just started its trial operation today.

Guo Liang walked out of the store:
"You've arrived just in time! Let's take a picture together!"

There were seven or eight staff members in the store, who were still helping to set up the showroom and sales hall.

Guo Liang still arranged a simple "opening ceremony", with photography and video recording on site.

Hua Shaojie was on a business trip in Beijing these past two days, so he arranged for a young subordinate from the marketing department to come over and assist Guo Liang with his work.

Hua Shaojie's trip to Beijing was also of utmost importance.

On the day of Xie Bingran's competition at the August Olympics, the advertising slots during CCTV's live broadcast had already been secured. This trip was to meet with the leaders of CCTV's advertising department to confirm their opinions on the specific advertising content.

Guo Liang invited Xu Chen and the others in for a tour, but Xu Chen told him to go ahead and do his work while he showed Nie Fei, Wu Feifei, and Su Rong around.

"Wow, the store is huge!"

"This rent must be expensive!"

"I heard they're working on a new electric car. When will it be available?"

Guo Liang, who was busy at work, heard the commotion and walked over with a smile:

"Just then, Mr. Xu came over. One of the new car samples just arrived, and it was originally planned to be delivered to the Shanghai company in a couple of days..."

Guo Liang led Xu Chen and the others around to the back warehouse, where an "upgraded version of Chenfeng Ice Power" was already parked.

"Wow! It looks even better!"

"Is it even a size bigger?"

"It doesn't seem to have gotten any bigger, but visually it does look larger!"...

Xu Chen had already seen the design of the new car, but this was the first time he had seen a physical sample of it.

Guo Liang, leveraging his sales expertise, introduced the product with a touch of boastfulness:

"The appearance hasn't changed much, but it's completely different from the original 'Morning Breeze Ice Power'!"

"Our batteries have been upgraded, all of them have been upgraded from lead-acid batteries to lithium batteries, which have a longer battery life and are safer and more stable."

"Motor technology also undergoes iterations, and the design improvements were led by Dr. Liu."

Overall, it operates quieter and smoother, and its energy efficiency has also improved significantly.

"Dr. Liu also helped to optimize the electrical control system, internal wiring, and so on."

Lightweight design also makes it safer and provides a smoother ride!

……

Dr. Liu also made follow-up product plans, which Xu Chen also reviewed.

This year, both the old and new models will be sold simultaneously, so the new car will no longer be called "Chenfeng Bingdongli". Hua Shaojie is working on the naming scheme, but it has not been finalized yet.

Next year, Dr. Liu has also planned three other new cars, with differentiated product designs and pricing schemes based on different price points and target customer groups.

By next year, the "Chenfeng" will have four to five models on sale to cover different price ranges and user needs.

With its comprehensive product portfolio and nationwide market expansion, Chenfeng Technology's overall revenue is expected to grow further.

In fact, according to Fang Jun's financial model, Chenfeng's revenue is expected to more than double next year.

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In the evening, Mr. Xu hosted a dinner party nearby.

Besides the three girls they brought, it was also a way to reward Guo Liang's team who came on a business trip.

Guo Liang also introduced the store manager of this directly operated store to General Manager Xu.

The store manager's name is Liu Zhen, who was originally in charge of channel development in Guo Liang's team.

Later, when they started operating directly-owned stores, Liu Zhen served as a store manager in stores in Tiancheng and the provincial capital. For the first directly-owned store opening in Shanghai, the experienced Liu Zhen was once again dispatched.

Liu Zhen also came from a sales background; he is eloquent and adept at providing emotional value.

In just a few words, he became quite familiar with CEO Xu, Nie Fei, and others.

During the banquet.

Guo Liang looked at his phone, then suddenly beamed with joy and handed it to Mr. Xu to show him:

"The announcement has just been released!"

Xu Chen glanced at it:
"Chenfeng Technology and Shenbiao Electric Vehicles issued a joint announcement..."

“After ‘Chenfeng Technology’ acquires a controlling stake in ‘Shenmiao Electric Vehicle’, it will become the largest electric vehicle manufacturer in northern China and one of the top three in the country.”

"Xu Zhiquan, Chairman of 'Chenfeng Technology', and Cai Hui, Managing Director of 'Shenmiao Electric Vehicles', signed an agreement..."

Xu Chen didn't sit still either; he quickly took out his phone and sent a "congratulations" text message to Lao Xu.

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night.

After dropping off Nie Fei and Su Rong, Xu Chen drove Wu Feifei towards Shanghai Foreign Language School.

Sitting in the passenger seat, Wu Feifei said, seemingly casually:
"That's great! It will be much more convenient for my parents to come visit me in the future."

Xu Chen was stunned, not understanding what she meant, and at the same time, he thought that Miss Wu would not say such a thing for no reason.

He asked, "Why?" and Wu Feifei whispered:
"My dad is about to be transferred to Zhejiang Province."

If all goes well, next month!

Xu Chen said "Oh," and then said:

"congratulations!"

Such an inter-provincial transfer is most likely a "promotion".

Wu Feifei then casually remarked:
"It just so happens that your electric vehicles are also going to be promoted in the south."

I just heard Guo Liang say that this year's main focus is on promotion in Zhejiang and Jiangsu provinces!

Xu Chen thought about it for a while before realizing the significant benefits behind it.

"Why haven't I heard my dad mention this before..." Xu Chen said in a low voice.

Wu Feifei: "Because Uncle Xu probably doesn't know yet, I told you secretly."

Xu Chen gasped, then immediately understood.

It seems that this was an arrangement made intentionally or unintentionally by the leader, who deliberately conveyed this somewhat sensitive message through his own daughter.

He smiled and said:

"What would Miss Wu like to eat lately? I'll treat you!"

Wu Feifei scoffed, but then said, "If you want Japanese food, call Su Rong..."

When Xu Chen got home that evening, he told Xu Zhiquan about this "insider information".

Old Xu was naturally overjoyed:

"That's great, we were just having some trouble expanding our distribution channels in Zhejiang Province."

'Yajie' has many local connections, and there are some places we can't get into.

Wu Yongming has gone south; at least the 'Morning Breeze' can compete fairly with the 'Accord' and 'Swift' now!

Xu Zhiquan then remembered something else:
"Come back at the end of the month if you have time."

Xu Chen: "What's up?"

Xu Zhiquan: "Good thing."

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At the end of May, Tiancheng.

Today is Monday, but Chenfeng Technology has arranged for a holiday and time off.

Now, the "Chenfeng Technology Headquarters Park" and the "Guangming Park" have been connected and are called the "Chenfeng Industrial Park".

At this moment, the "Chenfeng Industrial Park" is in a semi-closed state, just to receive an extremely distinguished and important "expert group".

The reception was led by Chairman Xu Zhiquan and Chief Scientist Dr. Liu.

The "expert team" consisted of more than a dozen people, including Wu Yongming.

However, Wu Yongming himself can only be considered a "minor figure" in the "expert group".

Xu Zhiquan and Dr. Liu accompanied the "expert team" on a tour of the research laboratories, factory production lines, and other facilities before arriving at the "headquarters building."

A group of employee representatives stood in the lobby on the first floor. As soon as the "expert team" walked in, they lined up and applauded to welcome them.

Xu Chen, dressed neatly, also mingled among the "employee representatives".

Looking at the person at the head of the "expert group," Xu Chen still felt a sense of emotion.

Two years ago, Xu Chenchu ​​attended the "opening ceremony" at Tonghai University. The person who stood on the stage to speak and welcome the new students was none other than President Wan Gang.

At this moment, Principal Wan Gang arrived in Tiancheng and appeared at the headquarters of "Chenfeng Technology".

Of course, he has changed his identity and is now the top leader of the Ministry of Science and Technology, as well as the initiator and leader of the national "new energy vehicle" development strategy...

When Dr. Liu saw Xu Chen in the crowd, he couldn't help but whisper a few words to Principal Wan Gang.

Principal Wan nodded, then turned to look at Xu Chen with a smile.

When the "expert team" shook hands with the employee representatives, Principal Wan specifically went up to Xu Chen and shook hands with him to get to know him:
"I never expected to run into students from Tonghai University today, and I am quite moved."

"I haven't had the pork chop and pork chop soup with soybeans from the school cafeteria in ages..."

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The "expert team" spent half a day visiting and exchanging ideas at the "Chenfeng Industrial Park".

As per the leader's instructions, lunch was simply a simple meal arranged at the park's canteen.

In the afternoon, Xu Zhiquan and Dr. Liu accompanied the "expert team" to the provincial capital, where they had some exchange and learning activities at the "Wenchuan University of Science and Technology".

This inspection by the "expert team" was naturally initiated by Dr. Liu.

Dr. Liu had previously mentioned to Xu Zhiquan and Xu Chen that the country would develop a "new energy strategy" with specific support policies and funding arrangements.

However, according to Dr. Liu's prediction, the initial support and subsidies will definitely be prioritized for main engine manufacturers with central and state-owned enterprise attributes.

But today, the fact that the "expert team" led by Principal Wan Gang is able to visit and exchange ideas at "Chenfeng Technology" is already an extremely positive sign.

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the next day.

Xu Chen arrived at "Chenfeng Industrial Park" early in the morning and spent time at Fang Jun's sister's "bar," showing Fang Jun her newly learned cocktail-making skills.

He clearly meant to show off, and he drank several colorful cups.

Fang Jun drank several glasses without showing any expression, which made Xu Chen feel a little insecure.

When it came to the last cup, she nodded and said:
"This one is pretty good."

Xu Chen said somewhat helplessly, "The base spirit in this glass is Guojiao, the others are vodka, gin and the like..."

Fang Jun: "No wonder."

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(End of this chapter)