"Who copied whom, just compare them side-by-side and you'll know!"
The onlookers who had gathered to watch the commotion were all egging them on, and there were no shortage of people whose eyes flickered with interest.
New-style agricultural vehicles? Small dump trucks? And light transport trucks? They all looked pretty good!
The participating members around, especially representatives from some developing countries, didn't have much to show off. Their participation was more about being there and less about anything else. They were mostly looking for suitable procurement channels and partners.
And now, what was being displayed before them was clearly suitable for infrastructure development and transportation. For them, who were in urgent need of development, it was exactly what they wanted!
Suddenly, everyone's gaze and attention focused on Zhao Guozhu, and naturally, on Wang Yu beside him.
There was no other way. Compared to Zhao Guozhu, who looked righteous and mature, Wang Yu appeared too young, and his nonchalant demeanor didn't inspire much confidence no matter how you looked at it.
So, who copied whom? Did it even need to be asked?
All eyes in the crowd were fixed on the two of them.
"Oh? How do you propose we compete?" Wang Yu raised his eyebrows slightly.
It was clear that Zhao Guozhu wanted to use Wang Yu to attract attention, and his approach was similar to Xia Ping's earlier intention, but his methods were more ingenious.
By provoking Wang Yu, he had promoted himself without any trace of effort, while also belittling Wang Yu and his company. This created a preconceived notion in others' minds, making them think that Wang Yu's company was illegitimate and plagiarized.
Didn't you see the surrounding crowd already discussing it, and even some reporters who looked like they were eager for a scoop were raising their cameras to take pictures!
It was a rare opportunity to witness some excitement, much more interesting than a monotonous and mechanical exhibition, wasn't it?
"It's very simple. We'll put our products side-by-side and compare them directly.
Survival of the fittest, truth prevails over falsehood! Which is superior and which is inferior will be clear at a glance. I wonder if Factory Director Wang is interested in a comparison?"
Amidst the clamor of the onlookers, Zhao Guozhu offered Wang Yu a confident smile, as if everything was under his control.
"Oh? Is that so? Then it won't be much fun to just compare like this. How about we add a little stake?"
Wang Yu suddenly spoke up. "Of course... if General Manager Zhao is worried about losing, then we don't need a stake."
"A stake? Interesting!" Zhao Guozhu smiled faintly at Wang Yu's question. "As for whether I'm worried about losing? Such a clumsy provocation won't work on me. However, I am curious to see what tricks you can pull. So, tell me your conditions and requirements!"
Although he claimed that the clumsy provocation was ineffective against him, Zhao Guozhu had clearly fallen for it.
These high-ranking individuals are all the same. They might say no, but their actions often betray their pride and desire to maintain appearances.
Wang Yu smiled slightly and directly stated his demand.
"It's very simple. Since General Manager Zhao also feels that my exhibition area is a bit small, if I win, I hope you will let me have your exhibition area, how about it?"
"Very well. If I lose, I will no longer appear at the expo and will give my exhibition area to you. But if Factory Director Wang, you lose, then I hope you, as a plagiarist, will no longer appear at the expo to mislead others."
Zhao Guozhu also retorted without politeness, the meaning of his words was simple: whoever loses, gets out!
"It's a deal!"
"My word is my bond!"
The two of them immediately made an agreement and finalized that the next day, in the very center of the exhibition hall, they would compare their products in front of everyone and determine who was superior.
The reason for choosing the next day was to let the news ferment and let everyone know. In those days, there was no social media or headlines.
Once everything was settled, Xia Ping let out a triumphant laugh.
"Wang Yu, just wait to be kicked out tomorrow! Hurry back to your small town! Do you think you can win against our Jiangping Machinery Company with just a little bit of your so-called cleverness?
To tell you the truth, we were already prepared. We've notified media reporters to come and cover it, so you'll be completely disgraced in front of everyone! This will let you know how foolish and wrong your decision was to refuse our olive branch and choose not to join the Machinery Industry Association. I... Hahaha! Look, the reporters are here!"
Before Xia Ping could finish speaking, he saw many media reporters arriving, all with their cameras and video recorders, their faces filled with excitement and anticipation!
It's worth mentioning that among the reporters who came, there were quite a few international friends. Judging by their different appearances, they were clearly overseas reporters.
"It seems our public relations department is quite capable," Xia Ping said with a proud smile, then went to greet them. "Welcome, media friends. I am Xia Ping, the supervisor of Jiangping City Machinery Industry Company and the director of the Jiangxi Province Machinery Industry Association. I..."
Before Xia Ping could finish his sentence, he saw two reporters who were approaching him exchange glances and then walk past him directly.
As they passed by, he overheard their conversation.
"What company? What association?"
"What are you bothering with? Didn't you hear him introduce himself as Xia Ping?"
"Isn't it Wang Yu? Didn't he say so? Wang Yu is over there with the big red posters, isn't that him?"
The two reporters unhesitatingly bypassed Xia Ping. Their conversation, heard by Xia Ping, caused his expression to stiffen.
They were looking for Wang Yu? Did this guy also learn to find media to speak well of him?
What a despicable and shameless fellow!
However, these international friends, overseas reporters, couldn't possibly be invited by Wang Yu, a car factory from a small county!
Comforting himself, Xia Ping spoke to an international friend who followed closely behind. "Hello, I am Xia Ping..."
With a string of fluent English, Xia Ping, as a college student, felt confident that he could communicate with an international friend without any problem.
But to his surprise, the other person first paused and looked at him, then tilted his head and spoke in fluent Northern Chinese accent,
"Xia Ping? I'm looking for Wang Yu. Why are you jumping out here? Go find somewhere cool to sit."
The word "ha" in the second syllable, with its thick Northeastern accent and fluent Chinese, left Xia Ping completely bewildered.
Then, he watched as this international friend rushed directly to Wang Yu.
And then... all the reporters bypassed him and went straight to Wang Yu's side. All the microphones, audio equipment, cameras, and camcorders were pointed at Wang Yu, surrounding him completely!