Mixed in 1980

Chapter 277 Qiu'er is Pregnant
Zheng Yana, dressed in a business suit, exuded a crisp and capable air, with a touch of a powerful businesswoman: "President, it's been a long time!"

"Sister Yana, it's been a long time!"

Chen Fan warmly invited them in, and Zeng Ali and Zhao Yuanyuan also gathered around. They used to work in a club at Peking University and were very familiar with Zheng Yana.

I lost contact with them after graduation.

When they met again, they quickly regained their sense of familiarity and chatted warmly.

Chen Fan listened for a while before learning that Zheng Yana had worked in Shanghai as a special envoy a few years ago, and had only been transferred to Beijing this year.

Currently working in the Cooperation Department, at the level of a full-fledged division chief!

Coming from an ordinary working-class family, Chen Fan rose to the rank of division chief in just six years. He couldn't help but admire Chen Fan, who thought, "He truly deserves to be a future big shot; his abilities are just extraordinary."

Even if you graduate from Peking University and have an overseas study background, which gives you a high starting point, you won't get promoted so quickly without making significant contributions.

Zheng Yana came to invite Chen Fan to attend a seminar organized by the Ministry of Commerce tomorrow.

The topic of discussion was his article.

Unable to refuse, Chen Fan had no choice but to bite the bullet and agree. Once at the venue, he would just listen in and focus on one thing, which I don't know either.

To live a fulfilling life, one must always be aware of one's own limitations.

Chen Fan knew his own limitations very well. If he hadn't lived two lives, his achievements in his previous life would have been the end of his life in this one.

This is a big deal; I can't handle it on my own.

After the article was published, his goal had been achieved, and public opinion had begun to ferment.

From top management to middle management and workers, everyone is thinking about how our own brands should face the impact of foreign investment after it enters the market.

Whenever these topics are discussed, Gong Xue inevitably comes up in conversation.

Under Chen Fan's arrangement, Gong Xue made a high-profile appearance on several television programs and accepted interviews from multiple print media outlets, finally clarifying the rumors.

Gong Xue also went back to her home in Shanghai.

I can show myself openly and confidently in front of my family and relatives, and no one will gossip about me anymore.

After finishing these tasks, I immediately started filming commercials for Luoshen and Lululemon, and it wasn't until the end of November that I went to Saihanba to participate in the filming of "The Most Beautiful Youth".

Miss Zhao returned to the east courtyard excitedly with a box of videotapes in her hand: "Chen Fan, Big Sister, Qiu'er, the commercial is out, come and take a look."

"Miss Zhao, you're just being silly."

Chen Fan was speechless. What was so interesting about commercials? When watching TV, he was always afraid that commercials would suddenly pop up, and he felt like smashing the TV.

It's still relatively good now; the TV stations are being quite restrained. In the future, it might be commercial breaks during dramas.

When we enter the era of multimedia television, things get even more complicated, with ads filling the screen, fees levied everywhere, and the complexity of operation comparable to opening a bank's vault.

"You always have to go through your own company's commercials at least once."

He turned on the TV and put the videotape into the VCR: "Comrade Chen Fan, the main purpose is to let you see beautiful women and give you some perks. Don't be ungrateful."

"Thank you!" Chen Fan rolled his eyes.

Still looking at pretty girls? Xu Jinqiu and Zeng Ali's eyes shot over, carrying a hint of murderous intent.

Miss Zhao is a professional at digging pits.

Soon, the commercials began airing. There were four series in total, starring Gong Xue, Zhu Lin, Lin Daiyu, and Xue Baochai.

"As expected of Nangong Xue and Bei Zhulin!"

The two were already extremely beautiful, and after makeup, their looks were even more stunning. Chen Fan couldn't help but sigh that such naturally beautiful women were practically extinct in the entertainment industry in later generations.

"Brother...don't you have any ideas?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Fan was immediately speechless: "What, you want to play matchmaker?"

Miss Zhao nodded and said, "It's not impossible."

Chen Fan quickly made his escape. Zeng Ali kept casting him glances, her eyes filled with murderous intent. If Zhao Gu Niang stirred things up again, he would be the one to suffer.

Miss Zhao squinted and gave Zeng Ali a high five: "I told you, a scoundrel needs to be taught a lesson, otherwise he'll easily develop feelings for someone else."

Xu Jinqiu was both amused and exasperated.

I was wondering what Miss Zhao was up to, but it turns out she's teaming up with her older sister to give Chen Fan a warning.

Hmm... that's a bit redundant.

However, it's necessary. My mother taught me that men need to be given a nudge from time to time, just in case, to nip any bad signs in the bud.

That being said, Gong Xue and Zhu Lin are indeed beautiful. Gong Xue is elegant and graceful, with a gentle and refined demeanor, while Zhu Lin is dignified, poised, and gentle like an orchid.

An advertisement featuring two beauties from the North and South is sure to catch people's eye, right?

Miss Zhao and Zeng Ali have already made arrangements, including placing advertisements on CCTV and broadcasting them on some major local TV stations.

The advertising effect was also excellent.

Whether it's Luoshen or Lululemon, sales haven't increased much, but they've planted an impression of "high-end and expensive" in people's minds.

The main problem is that after seeing the advertisement, many people went to the specialty store or counter to ask about it, and afterwards they all cursed and complained: "What a heartless bastard."

A piece of clothing or a bottle of serum, selling for one or two thousand?

Many people are complaining that even if they save every penny for a year, they still can't save up a thousand yuan.

Only a madman would buy this thing.

As people kept complaining, they became aware of just how expensive these things were, which in turn attracted the attention of those who had made a fortune as middlemen.

I was just wondering how to show off my wealth, and this is it!
Brands: Lulu, Luoshen!
However, for Zeng Ali and Zhao Yuanyuan, the desired effect has been achieved, and they never expected to achieve large sales volumes in mainland China.

The future lies in the mainland!
What needs to be done now is to manage the brand image well. Chen Fan once said that in the mainland luxury goods industry, it is okay not to make money for ten years, but you can make it back in one year.

In early December, Zeng Ali went to Hong Kong.

Over the years, she has gotten used to coming here every month to handle official business, which can take anywhere from three to five days to a week.

Lululemon has developed very smoothly in recent years and has established a firm foothold in developed countries such as Japan, South Korea, Europe and the United States, becoming a very strong first-tier brand.

US conglomerates have also extended invitations, hoping to list the brand on the US stock market.

Zeng Ali had absolutely no interest in this.

Lululemon has plenty of money; its high profits are enough to sustain the brand's expansion. It just hasn't secured funding or gone public quickly.

I'm not in a hurry!
"Sister, have you ever considered that our family could develop some other businesses?" Zeng Ajing knocked on the door and came in, dressed in a smart business suit.

Her position is still assistant.

She now manages a team of assistants, so she no longer has to be as busy as before, especially after getting married, as she also needs to focus some of her energy on her family.

Even so, Zeng Ajing remained very career-oriented and always felt that keeping the funds in the company account was a huge waste.

If you have money, you should invest it.

Fashion, bags, and accessories are all in the luxury goods sector. Given the company's current development, it is entirely possible to acquire some brands.

Zeng Ajing wasn't just mentioning it casually; she was already prepared. She took out a document and said, "These are all established European brands. I plan to acquire them." Zeng Ali took it without even glancing at it and said, "Don't rush into work. You're not young anymore; it's time to have children."

"Sister, aren't Qiu'er and Yuanyuan also..."

“Qiu’er is already trying to conceive, and Yuanyuan will be soon too. Don’t try to fool them with excuses. Their situations are different. Wenhua is even three years older than you.” Zeng Ali glared at her younger sister.

"Sister, I..."

"Don't make excuses. Don't you know what Wenhua's family situation is? His parents have been urging him to have a child for a long time. You can't keep putting it off."

Upon hearing this, Zeng Ajing had no rebuttal.

Her husband's hometown is in a rural area in Northwest China. These days, many people become fathers at the age of eighteen or nineteen. Zhang Wenhua is already twenty-nine, and it would be really inappropriate to delay any longer.

Seeing her like this, Zeng Ali breathed a sigh of relief: "I'll give you six months. If you don't get pregnant within six months, I'll stop your work."

"Sister, it's not that bad..."

"I've said what I needed to say. You can decide what to do next."

"Fine!" Zeng Ajing said reluctantly.

How could I possibly understand my own sister? This isn't a discussion, it's a notification: if I don't get pregnant within six months, she'll probably lock me up at home.

After thinking for a moment, I asked again, "These brands?"

“I’ll discuss it with your brother-in-law when I get back to Beijing. Even if it’s going to be an acquisition, it’s just a matter for a few CEOs and won’t affect your attempts to conceive,” Zeng Ali emphasized.

They've even run out of excuses!
Zeng Ajing pouted and said unconvinced, "Sister, Xiao Yanxi is already four years old (by Chinese reckoning), don't you plan to have a second child and have a boy?"

"You don't need to worry about it, go and get busy!"

"That's really domineering!"

Zeng Ajing pouted and turned to leave. When her older sister didn't want to reason with her, there was no reasoning with her. It had always been like this since she was a child.

She says she has a bad temper, and so does she!
Hmm... it should be even worse. She's loved fighting since she was little. Which of the kids in the neighborhood, especially the boys, hasn't been beaten up by her?
Xu Jinxia, ​​Xu Erge is the biggest victim.

When I was a child, I was often beaten by Zeng Ali. After being beaten, I didn't dare to say a word. If I did, Uncle Xu and Aunt Li would beat me again when I got home.

I have to admit, my brother-in-law is really something!
My sister is such a capable person, but when she falls into my brother-in-law's hands, she turns into a little lamb, completely obedient to him, as if she's been bewitched.

Before leaving, Zeng Ajing turned back reluctantly and said, "Sister, remember to check the documents!"

"understood!"

Zeng Ali waved her hand impatiently before picking up the documents to look at them. They were all old European brands, but not any big names.

"Are you planning to buy a well-established brand with a long history, repackage it, and relaunch it?" Zeng Ali frowned slightly. If that were the case, it would be feasible.

After thinking for a while, Zeng Ali closed the documents and worked at the company for two more days before heading straight to the airport with her luggage, her mind filled with thoughts of her daughter.

Back home, Zeng Ali picked up the little dumpling and asked, "Yanxi, did you miss Mommy?"

"Yan Xi misses his mother so much!"

The little dumpling nodded, kissed her mother on the cheek, and giggled, "Mommy, Daddy said I'm going to be a big sister."

Zeng Ali's eyes lit up, and she carried her daughter back to the side courtyard: "Qiu'er, are you pregnant?"

Xu Jinqiu smiled slightly and said, "My period didn't come a couple of days ago, so I specifically asked Grandpa Wang Hetang to take my pulse. He said it's been a month."

Xiao Yanxi added, "Dad said it's a little brother. Sister Xiaoxi said that we should spank the little brother more often so that he will behave."

Upon hearing this, Zeng Ali was speechless.

Chen Fan was embarrassed and dared not speak. That's how strange things are in this world; the boomerang you throw will eventually hit you back.

If I teach my niece this way, and she teaches her daughter the same way, there's nothing wrong with that!

It's all part of the same lineage, so just accept it.

"My daughter is right. From now on, I'll teach you to take care of your little brother. Teach him to be well-behaved."

Xu Jinqiu had no objection. Zhang Xiaorui was quite resilient, but Xiaoxi kept him under strict control. There was nothing wrong with that; children need someone to keep them in check.

"Just keep spoiling her!"

Zeng Ali glared at Xu Jinqiu: "You saw Yan Xi hit Liu Jinban when he was thrashed. Your son will suffer for it later."

Xu Jinqiu couldn't help but laugh when she heard the name Liu Jin.5 jin.

I don't know how Sun Shaojie taught him, but he keeps getting beaten by Xiao Yanxi and still keeps going to her side. He just can't seem to get enough of being beaten.

In Chen Fan's words: a simp!
But Sun Shaojie didn't care and even encouraged her, genuinely hoping that one day Liu Jinban could abduct his daughter back to Chen Fan and make him furious.

After chatting for a while, Zeng Ali put her daughter down and told her to go play with Zhang Xiaorui before getting down to business, which was Zeng Ajing's proposal.

Acquire European brands and develop the luxury goods industry!

"That's a great idea!"

Europeans and Americans highly value their luxury goods, and this applies not only to Europeans and Americans but also to Chinese people.

Especially since the late 1990s, with globalization and the influx of foreign goods into China, many people have developed a strong preference for them.

For a long time, the storefronts were all in English letters, and they weren't selling any foreign goods, just domestic products with foreign names.

A piece of clothing that would normally sell for 200 yuan can be sold for 2000 yuan just by putting an English name on it.

And yet, people still buy them!

After thinking for a moment, Chen Fan said, "Actually, we can also do the opposite and develop domestic luxury goods. In terms of cultural heritage, many things are easier to package."

"We have had plenty of luxury goods in our history."

"If you have time, you can visit a museum. Many of the things our ancestors had already existed, such as bags, which existed in the Spring and Autumn Period, Han and Tang Dynasties."

"There are also many ancient palace items and ancient crafts that, when combined with modern popular elements, have great potential."

"Another point is that European luxury goods are essentially about storytelling. We have five thousand years of history, what kind of story haven't we told?"

“That makes sense!” Zeng Ali’s eyes lit up slightly.

"It's not that easy. Luxury goods, to put it bluntly, are the result of a strong economy impacting a weak economy. Why are European and American luxury goods able to sell globally?"

"Because of the strong economy, everyone recognizes it."

"Our family's finances are relatively poor right now, so it will be much more difficult to promote our luxury goods to other countries. But there is definitely great potential in the future."

"Anyway, there are two approaches. You can choose one path or both."

Zeng Ali did not hesitate to choose to make domestic products.

In the past, when starting a business, there was only one goal: to leave Chen Fan a way out. Now, saying you're leaving Chen Fan a way out is just a joke.

He owns dozens of plots of land and thousands of properties in Hong Kong, monopolizes the telecommunications industry, as well as most of the power industry, and some of the gas and port industries.

In mainland China, we have already invested US$58 billion. Once the hydropower project is finalized, we will invest another US$50 billion. These are all real industries that are sure to make a profit.

In addition, there have been profits made in Japan in recent years, with futures trading alone netting $150 billion. The remaining profits come from the stock market and real estate, and the amount is likely to be even greater.

P.S.: First update is here, next update will be a little later~
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