freenovelworld Chapter 459 Business Genius!
Chapter 459 Business Genius!
After dinner, as usual, Zhong Yuemin was called into the study by his father-in-law. The two sat facing each other at the large desk, the light soft, the atmosphere more casual and relaxed than in previous years, less formal and serious.
Zhou Zhennan lit a cigarette and started by talking about work.
"Your father and I actually discussed the issue of your job placement when we met before you were transferred back from the military."
Take a puff of smoke:
"Originally, we planned to place you in a ministry, in a comfortable and respectable position, but based on our understanding of your temperament..."
He smiled and tapped the table with his finger.
"If you were to sit in the office all day, with just a cup of tea and a newspaper, until the end of the workday, you'd definitely get stuck in your seat and wouldn't last three days."
Zhong Yuemin was taken aback when he heard this; his father had never mentioned it.
He touched his nose, thinking to himself, "You guys really understand him, and you're telling the truth."
“Dad, you know me. I finally got out of that big disciplined camp in the army, and now I’m going into another cage of shackles... It’s true, I’m not really willing to do this.”
"You boy!"
Zhou Zhennan laughed and scolded, but was in a bad mood.
"Comparing government ministries to 'cages'? So many people are desperate to get in but can't find the entrance, and you, on the other hand, aren't even happy about being offered a place to be in.
"Alright, that's good too. It saves your dad and me the trouble of having to swallow our pride and beg for favors and pull strings. It's much easier this way."
He flicked his cigarette ash and then said:
"There's something else I need to tell you, so you should be prepared. Vice Minister Wang of the Ministry of Commerce has mentioned to me several times that he wants to meet you. He's talked about you so many times. When Vice Minister Wang has some free time, I'll take you to visit him."
"Vice Minister Wang?"
Zhong Yuemin was somewhat surprised, as he had no dealings with leaders of this level. He cautiously asked:
"Dad, Vice Minister Wang wants to see me... What's it about? I'm just a lowly soldier who's been demobilized, what can I possibly talk to him about?"
"Don't be nervous."
Zhou Zhennan waved his hand, his tone calm.
"I reckon they probably want to hear your views on our country's current economic development, especially on opening up to the outside world and the circulation of goods."
You've been working on things in the Southern Special Economic Zone and Hong Kong Island for several years, and you've accomplished quite a bit. It's normal for Vice Minister Wang, who's in charge of this area, to be interested in you; he wants to hear from the front lines of the market as a reference.
"This……"
Zhong Yuemin smiled bitterly.
"How could I possibly have that ability? A mere soldier from the army, offering advice to a ministerial-level leader? That's like showing off your skills in front of Guan Yu or Lu Ban. It's far too presumptuous of me."
"You don't need to be overly modest."
Zhou Zhennan said,
"Just look at that clothing brand you started a couple of years ago. It sponsored the Spring Festival Gala for two consecutive years, and last year it even became the designated clothing sponsor for the Chinese delegation at the Los Angeles Olympics. In just a few years, it has become a household name."
Take, for example, the "Jianlibao" beverage factory in Sanshui, Guangdong. It was a small factory on the verge of bankruptcy. After you took over, in just one or two years, its annual sales have exceeded 100 million yuan, and orders are pouring in. It has become a well-known beverage brand on par with "Beibingyang."
The more they talked, the more they realized this son-in-law was no ordinary person.
"Last year at the Olympics, our country achieved a breakthrough by winning its first gold medal, with the women's volleyball team winning the championship, bringing great pride and honor."
The media referred to the Chinese team that appeared alongside Jianlibao advertisements as the "Oriental Magic Water" team, and the beverage's fame even spread overseas.
I won't list all the other deals, but Vice Minister Wang has been paying close attention to you, even praising you highly!
This wasn't him bragging about his son-in-law; he himself was repeatedly amazed by the business acumen and keen insight his son-in-law had displayed.
He's a master at fighting, and unexpectedly, he's also incredibly successful in economics and business. He's truly a man of both literary and martial talents, and you can't help but admire him.
Zhong Yuemin felt a little embarrassed by his father-in-law's praise, but he knew in his heart that he didn't have any extraordinary business talent. He just had the advantage of knowing the future.
However, I didn't think too much about it. Since Vice Minister Wang wanted to see me, then let's meet. Perhaps some of my forward-thinking ideas can contribute a little to the country's development at the right time.
“Okay, Dad, I’ll follow your instructions.” Zhong Yuemin nodded in agreement.
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Outside the study, in the kitchen, it was a different scene altogether. Chen Yijun, Zhou Xiaobai, and her sister-in-law were washing dishes and chatting about everyday things.
The little girl had a happy day playing and is now asleep.
Chen Yijun wiped her hands with her apron, took her daughter's hand, lowered her voice, and looked expectant:
"Xiaobai, now that Yuemin has finally settled down, you two need to take good care of your health. Also, tell Yuemin to try to avoid smoking and drinking lately and to make sure he's in good shape."
He paused, then added meaningfully,
"You're a doctor, you must know this. Hurry up and have another child, preferably a boy."
Zhou Xiaobai's face flushed red, somewhat embarrassed:
"Mom! How can you be so direct..."
"What's there to be embarrassed about? We already have a daughter, what's there to hide?"
Chen Yijun rolled her eyes at her daughter.
"Mom is doing this for your own good, and for the good of this family. Leaving an heir for the Zhong family will put Grandpa at ease. And you... you'll gain status because of your son, right? The family foundation will be more stable, and Yuemin's heart will be more secure. Men, once they have children to rely on, will be more family-oriented."
The woman next to her, while quickly washing the dishes, chimed in with a smile:
"Xiaobai, Mom is right. Look at Yuemin's abilities now. Let's not even talk about how big his business is in Hong Kong. Just look at this clothing and beverage business right now. He's only been in it for a few years."
Every household knows that a man with a turnover of hundreds of millions a year is incredibly powerful. Shouldn't you be quick to secure your home with a man like that?
I'm not saying Yuemin has any other ideas, but these days, people aren't as simple and honest as they used to be. They have more thoughts now. The more outstanding a man is, the more attractive he is, like a beautiful flower. Even if he doesn't go out of his way to attract attention, all the bees and butterflies outside will come to him. You understand what I mean...
"Sister-in-law, Yuemin would never do that again!"
"I know, let me give you an example!"
The eldest sister-in-law said, "This is called prevention, it can't be wrong, right?"
As Zhou Xiaobai listened to her mother and sister-in-law's words, her face flushed, but her heart couldn't help but ripple with emotion. In truth, she also longed for a complete family. A daughter was good, but if she could have a son, a son and a daughter would be perfect. However, hearing it so bluntly made her feel like she was rushing to be bullied by that bad guy, which was strange.
night!
In the bedroom, the suppressed sounds of a man and a woman drifted in and out of existence.