Reborn in 1993, Dark Sea

Zhao Gang did not answer; he couldn't answer that question!

After retiring from the military, Zhao Gang joined the supply and marketing system and dedicated almost his entire life to it.

In the past, when resources were scarce, the supply and marketing system was not only a secure job, but it also provided access to scarce goods, making it a job that everyone envied.

Of course, in those days, it was definitely not up to Zhao Gang to become a leader in the supply and marketing system.

Since the reform and opening up, the supply and marketing system has been on a downward trend. If it weren't related to the national economy and people's livelihood, it would probably have been abolished long ago.

If there's not much profit to be made, those with connections naturally won't compete for the leadership position. Besides, Fuwang Grain and Oil is already at its wits' end, and if it really collapses under their leadership, the leaders will also be held responsible.

Naturally, no one wanted to take on this hot potato, which gave Zhao Gang the opportunity to become the top leader based on his seniority, past performance, and hard work.

Zhao Gang was well aware of this. He could understand why his subordinates didn't respect him. It wasn't a matter of human nature, but rather a matter of hope.

Most people have given up hope for Fuwang Grain and Oil.

Those with connections have already jumped to other systems, those with ability are actively seeking a way out, and what's left is a group of people who are completely powerless.

The building is about to collapse, who's going to pretend with you? Once they get the money, who's going to think about investing it in production?

Of course, it's better to divide it up. Since there's no hope anyway, investing the money in production would just be a waste of money. Dividing it up would at least give everyone some benefit.

This is the opinion of most people at Fuwang Grain and Oil.

However, Zhao Gang still did not give up. He wanted to make a final push to help this huge company, but he was really limited in his abilities and couldn't think of any better way.

"Mr. Zhao, don't be discouraged. When we encounter problems, we just need to cheer up and solve them. We are far from being at our wits' end."

"Really? Is there really still hope?" Zhao Gang looked up at An Xiaohai, and An Xiaohai finally saw hesitation and despair in his eyes.

"Really!" An Xiaohai nodded with a smile.

"But I really had no other choice..."

"Then let's work together to find a solution! Mr. Zhao, would it be convenient for you to show me the information on all the industries under Fuwang Grain and Oil?"

I don't need specific operational data; I just want to know the general industrial distribution of Fuwang Grain & Oil, and the current approximate status of these industries.

"Of course! I've already prepared this, please wait a moment!" Zhao Gang exhaled forcefully, immediately got up and went to the side to get his briefcase, from which he took out a thick stack of documents.

These documents are all A4 machine-printed files, with dense text, no formatting, and no beautiful pictures to complement them, making them look heavy.

An Xiaohai had noticed Zhao Gang carrying that bulging briefcase all along, but he never expected that it contained industry data for Fuwang Grain and Oil.

"How about I give you a detailed introduction from the beginning?" Zhao Gang asked An Xiaohai tentatively.

An Xiaohai hadn't rested for two days and was exhausted, but he couldn't bear to refuse Zhao Gang, so he had to bite the bullet and agree.

Zhao Gang rallied his spirits and began explaining the materials to An Xiaohai page by page. He talked for a full four hours, from 8 p.m. until the early hours of the morning, and An Xiaohai listened attentively from beginning to end.

"Okay, Mr. Zhao, I understand the basic situation. I need a little time to organize all the information, and I will give you a reply as soon as possible."

"How long...how long will I have to wait?"

"About a week," An Xiaohai thought for a moment and nodded slightly. "I will definitely give you a clear answer within a week."

"That's great! I'll be waiting for you!" Zhao Gang rubbed his hands together and said, "Keep these documents; they'll be convenient for you to check them anytime."

Is this appropriate?

"It's suitable, there's nothing unsuitable about it! We, Fuwang Grain and Oil, have no way out. If General Manager Chen can help us, I, Zhao Gang, will never forget it! Sigh..." Zhao Gang sighed softly after saying that.

"Mr. Zhao, please don't say that. Let's help each other out!"

Don't underestimate yourself. Fuwang Grain and Oil still has many strengths, but these strengths have been buried under the original system.

"By the way, there's something I'd like Mr. Zhao to arrange first."

"What is it? Please speak!" Zhao Gang quickly sat up straight.

"Well, during my research over this period, I discovered some excellent talents in your store."

I hope Mr. Zhao will keep an eye out for these people beforehand. If they want to be transferred or find other opportunities, Mr. Zhao, please find a way to keep them here for a while. Is that easy to do?

"No problem! I, Lao Zhao, may not have many other skills, but most of the lower-level employees will still give me some face. Who are they? Can you tell me their names?"

"I don't know the name, but I took a picture."

An Xiaohai gestured to Mai Xiaoyu, who took out a small stack of photos from her bag and handed them to Zhao Gang, who immediately began to look through them.

These photos were taken by An Xiaohai during his visits to stores in various locations. The people in the photos are either tidying up the store, explaining the products, or helping customers carry heavy items.

The people in the photos all have one thing in common: they are all smiling, their smiles are bright and genuine, and they give off a sense of hope.

Zhao Gang's mind was in turmoil! He was a very pragmatic person. He had visited all of Fuwang Grain and Oil's stores, and more than once. He could even name many of the stores in the photos.

These are stores located in various provinces in the Jiangnan region!

It turns out that this young CEO Chen has done so much work without making a sound!

"Okay, I will definitely do it! Don't worry, I will definitely do it!" Zhao Gang said, holding the photos tightly in his hand. His knuckles had turned white.

"That's good, but don't force them to stay. If they have better options, let them go. Just keep an eye on them."

"I understand. Is there anything else I can do?"

"That's all for now... Oh, no, Mr. Zhao, you can give everyone a vague hint: you're close to finalizing an investment. If the investment goes through, the benefits you owe everyone will be paid out as soon as the money arrives."

"Oh no! How can that be?! If President Chen really invests in us, the investment must be used in production! How can we let it go to waste if we just make a fortune?!"

Zhao Gang became anxious.

"Hehe, Mr. Zhao, don't worry, just listen to me, that's how it is!"

You should know in your heart that once the money arrives, you can't stop it. If you insist on stopping it, you will immediately become the public enemy of the entire Fuwang Grain and Oil Company, while those who advocate distributing the money are the heroes.

"You begged for the money, how can you let someone else be the good guy? Of course, it's more suitable for you to be the one."

"How can this be?...This..."

"Listen to me, Mr. Zhao, please trust me!"

As I've said before, the biggest problem for Fuwang Grain & Oil is its people. Since that's the case, let's solve that problem first. If we can't solve it, we'll make use of it!

The first step in solving human problems is to never stand against the majority.

"But...but..."

"Mr. Zhao, don't have any reservations. Since you can't solve this problem, just listen to me. Anyway, it's a do-or-die situation; we have nothing to lose!"

"Well... alright..." Zhao Gang was stunned for a while before gritting his teeth and nodding heavily.

"Okay, that's good. Let's call it a day. I see Mr. Zhao is quite tired. Let's go back and rest. Keep in touch. I might call you often these next few days."

"I'm not tired, feel free to call me! ...Let's call it a day..." Zhao Gang's thoughts were clearly disorganized, and he spoke somewhat incoherently.

An Xiaohai made a phone call and asked Zhou Xun to bring the car over, inviting Zhao Gang to get in as well. After dropping An Xiaohai and Mai Xiaoyu off at the entrance of Xingfuyuan residential area, Zhou Xun turned the car around and took Zhao Gang home.

Zhao Gang sat in the car and waved to An Xiaohai and the others for a long time until the car disappeared around the corner.

"Hey, are you really planning to cooperate with Fuwang Grain and Oil? I think it's going to be really difficult!" Mai Xiaoyu sighed softly on her way home.

"It's actually not that difficult."

"Can you tell me how you plan to build up Fuwang Grain and Oil in a short period of time? I'm really curious!"

"Who said I was going to make Fuwang Grain and Oil a success?" An Xiaohai said, glancing at Mai Xiaoyu.

"No way? You lied to him! That's not very nice, is it?... I think this Mr. Zhao is quite cute..."

"hehe!"