Qingzhou Airport.
Zhong Congjiang turned to Wen Liang and smiled, "It's out."
Wen Liang looked in the direction he was looking at and saw Fu Jinjing and Cui Buyan walking out of the passage one after another. The fatigue from the long flight could not hide the smugness on their faces.
Zhong Congjiang waved his hand, and they all looked over at the same time, quickening their pace in excitement.
After the four of them met up, they drove straight back to the city. Wen Liang had already arranged a welcoming banquet. After three rounds of drinks, they talked about what they had seen in Germany. Fu Jinjing sighed, "I used to be a naive person, not knowing how big the world outside was. This time, not only did I open my eyes, but I also felt that many of my thoughts and ideas became clearer and more open..."
Wen Liang laughed and said, "So going abroad for inspection should become the norm in the future. We should send a group of excellent employees to various parts of the world from time to time. Isn't there a saying that goes, only by looking far can you go further!"
After a detailed investigation by Fu Cui and his team during their trip to Germany, combined with information gathered from other sources, Wen Liang finally decided on a water equipment manufacturing company called Kthorne, which ranks among the top three in the world, has leading technology, and excellent quality. Most importantly, the offer of 17 million was the most cost-effective among several alternative companies, so it was reasonable for it to win the bid.
"You can take a break for two days first. Two days later, we will officially start negotiating the contract with Kthorne. Congjiang will be in charge and Lao Fu will assist. When it comes to certain specific terms, you must pay attention to the cultural and legal differences between China and abroad." Wen Liang hesitated for a moment and said, "The company doesn't have a dedicated legal department yet. If you don't understand or are unclear about anything, you can ask Hua Zhishao to solve it. I'll give you her phone number. If she really can't solve it, report the problem to me and I'll find a solution."
All of Fu Cui's movements in Germany this time were assisted by Hua Zhitiao's friends from the German branch of McKinsey. Wen Liang always believed in serving two guests. Anyway, this senior sister had just completed the merger of Xinxing and Qinghua, and she had nothing to do, so negotiating an import contract was just a piece of cake.
The welcoming banquet lasted until three in the afternoon. After instructing Zhong Congjiang to send Fu Jinjing, who had drunk a little too much, home, Wen Liang smiled at Cui Buyan and said, "Buyan, come with me. Let's chat."
Cui Buyan was stunned for a moment, but quickly reacted and nodded happily.
It was rush hour and there were few pedestrians on the street. The two of them walked side by side on the sidewalk, and Chang Cheng drove slowly behind them.
“How do you feel about going to Germany this time?”
"I feel that the Germans are just like their black, red and gold national flag, with different but distinct styles."
Wen Liang said with great interest: "Oh? Tell me about it, I rarely hear people describe Germans in this way."
"Black represents rigor, calmness, and restraint, which is also the most profound impression Germans have left on the world. They work meticulously, are strict with themselves and others, and are almost inhumane. There is an extreme saying that as long as the regulations stipulate that nails must be hammered into the wall three times, no one will do it twice or four times. But this time I really went to see it, and I realized that in addition to black, there is actually a very warm and friendly side, just like the red in the national flag. For example, when we first arrived, we were unfamiliar with the place and encountered difficulties everywhere, but every time we encountered trouble, there were Germans who took the initiative to help. Even if we hesitated a little in front of the station sign, someone would ask if we needed help, which was very touching."
"As for gold, it goes without saying that it represents supremacy, luxury, and majesty," Cui Buyan said with a smile. "Germans are very proud in their bones. They are one of the proudest nations I have ever seen. This kind of pride is not the kind of pride that comes from inferiority complex of some countries, but the pride that comes from a high degree of identification with their own culture, nation, and country. Perhaps this is also the reason why Germany was able to sincerely admit its mistakes and repent after World War II."
Cui Buyan was eloquent, his words were lively and interesting, his views on certain issues were novel and unique, and from time to time he could bring some brilliant thoughts, which made Wen Liang admire him even more. After thinking it over again and again, he finally did not tell him about Luo Qi and Zhou Jing.
Wen Liang originally felt sorry because he almost let Zhou Jing fall into Luo Qi's hands because of him, so he wanted to talk to Cui Buyan. But when he saw his youthful and passionate look, it seemed like the time when he and Tan Yu worked hard together in the capital, and he suddenly changed his mind.
As time goes by, it is impossible for Luo Qi to have any contact with Zhou Jing anymore, and no irreversible consequences have been caused, so let it go with the wind.
Sometimes, not knowing may also be a kind of happiness!
"… I also feel that the gap between us and foreign countries is really too big, not only in industry and technology, but also in company management and system design…"
"Okay, you've been tired all day, so let's not talk about work today. Go back and rest early, then take a shower, change into some handsome clothes, and go find your goddess." Wen Liang teased, "Don't tell me that you went abroad and didn't bring her a gift when you came back? If you're so stupid, I'll deduct half a year's salary from you!"
Cui Buyan touched his head and said embarrassedly: "I did bring it, but I was just afraid that she wouldn't like it..."
"No girl doesn't like gifts. If a girl is not happy with a gift, there are only two reasons. First, your gift is too low-class. Second, you are too low-class. If you are Bill Gates and give her a can pull ring as a ring, the girl will cry and shout about romance. But if you are a poor boy and dare to use a pull ring to pick up girls, you are definitely crazy."
Wen Liang persuaded her patiently, "So, when our own level cannot catch up with Bill Gates for a certain period of time, we must do our best to improve the level of gifts. If you earn 5,000 yuan a month and you can take out 10,000 yuan to buy gifts, will the girl be touched when she knows it? Whether she accepts it or refuses it, at least she knows that you can even pawn your underwear for her. The gift is not important, the money is not important, what is important is your heart. Girls are emotional animals. Over time, being touched will always turn into being moved..."
Cui Buyan's eyes lit up, and he looked at Wen Liang with expectation, and said, "I can't make 5,000 a month..."
Wen Liang said unhappily: "That's just a metaphor. If you want a raise, wait until you catch the goddess first!"
Cui Buyan's blood was boiling, and he was full of energy. He gritted his teeth and said, "Okay, I'll go give her the gift right away!"
"Why are you in such a hurry? Listen to me. Giving gifts requires some strategy. You can't just walk over and shove the gift into someone's hand and say, 'Here, this is for you!' That's not called giving a gift, that's called teasing a dog... The gift itself has the value of bringing you closer to the girl, but we are not rich people like Bill Gates, so we have to squeeze out all the surplus value of every gift. We have to pay attention to the seamless combination of environment, atmosphere and mentality, and perfect integration..."
Cui Buyan was suddenly enlightened after hearing these words. If he hadn't been concerned about Wenliang's identity as the big boss, he would have had to use a gay hug to express his admiration for him at the moment.
"Boss Wen, if I had known you earlier, why would I have been in love with you for so many years!"
"The master can only lead you to the door, but it is up to you to practice. You have to be more careful and remember one thing: as long as you use the hoe well, there is no corner that you cannot dig down. Chasing a girl is like pulling a radish. No matter how deep the radish is planted or how tightly it is buried, as long as you water it diligently, work hard to loosen the soil, and pull it hard, it will fall into your hands one day."
Wen Liang smiled and said, "Let's go, I'll take you back to Yishan!"
"No need, Mr. Wen, you are so busy. I want to go to the supermarket to buy some things. I can just take the bus back later."
"That's fine, just be careful on the road!"
Wen Liang turned around and got into the car, waving goodbye to Cui Buyan. Chang Cheng asked, "Where are you going?"
Before Wen Liang could say anything, his cell phone rang. He saw that it was Tang Ye's number. He gestured to Chang Cheng to keep quiet, then answered the call and said with a smile, "Director Tang, is your leg feeling better?"
After Tang Ye's injury stabilized, he was transferred back to Guanshan Orthopedic Hospital. The medical conditions there are much better than those in Qingzhou. Besides, Qingzhou is not as convenient as Guanshan.
"It's much better, but it still hurts sometimes. The doctor said I have to stay in bed for a month. It's really annoying me."
"Just treat it as a vacation for yourself. Get more sleep and maintain your beauty. Why not?"
"Okay, so you mean how old I looked before?"
The two of them fell silent at the same time. There was nothing unusual about such a conversation, and it was normal among friends. However, considering their historical situations, it seemed quite strange.
In fact, if you think about it carefully, being able to chat calmly and joke with each other is also a good way to get along with each other. The longer you are in contact, the more you can discover each other's strengths and the more tolerant you can be of each other's shortcomings.
From strangers to friends, it's all the same!
Wen Liang was the first to break the silence and said, "Director Tang, when you are not angry, you are actually quite easy to get along with."
Tang Ye snorted and said, "If you weren't annoying, would I lose my temper?"
Wen Liang laughed and said, "Since I'm not that annoying today, do you have any good news?"
"When Secretary Yu was talking to Xie Baizhang about work last night, he mentioned that the propaganda department should pay more attention to the development of private enterprises in the province and give them as much care as possible on the basis of fair competition, instead of making false moves in secret!"
Xie Baizhang is the Minister of Propaganda of the Provincial Party Committee. Yu Peidong's words were already very harsh, and it was obvious that he was very dissatisfied with the practices of the radio and television department and the provincial television station.
Wen Liang chuckled and said, "I hope Minister Xie will understand the spirit of the secretary's instructions and actively correct his mistakes. We ordinary people don't ask for favors, as long as we don't trip us up, we'll be thankful!"
"Xie Baizhang lacks wood in his five elements, and he is most afraid of Secretary Yu. Maybe Qinghe will receive a call from the provincial TV station tomorrow."
Wood is the main element of benevolence, honesty and peace. Tang Ye mocked him for lacking wood in the five elements, which meant that this person had a bad character. Anyone who attacks someone's character means that the relationship between them is a bit disharmonious. No wonder Tang Ye was so proactive in filing a complaint. On the one hand, he wanted to repay Wen Liang's kindness, and on the other hand, he also wanted to give Xie Baizhang some eye drops.
Wen Liang hung up the phone and sighed, "Women, never underestimate them..." (To be continued)