Hu Pangzi's movements were crude, exuding the air of a nouveau riche, making people uncomfortable. However, his actions completely ignited the scene.
"That's right, it's just a deposit! I can afford it! A good market order is more important than anything!"
Someone else spoke up. He was a tall, thin man, who also unhesitatingly took out a stack of cash from his bag, "I want 8 vehicles and the dealership for Jiangming City. This is the deposit."
"Exactly, this is mine. Doing business is like playing chess; one step ahead means every step is ahead. Breaking into the market early means there will be plenty of opportunities to make money later!"
"I'll pay too. That's right, let's all abide by the common rules and make money together, isn't that good?"
People spoke up one after another, each with a look of generosity, passion, and deep understanding.
They were all同行 (tóngháng - peers) in the agricultural machinery parts business who had come with Hu Pangzi. They had already considered and prepared themselves beforehand, agreeing to Wu Lingling's conditions.
After all, they knew that even though the conditions were harsh, if they didn't agree, others would.
The products from Jiangyang Automobile Factory were truly good. Anyone who wasn't an idiot knew they could make money!
The reason for their current display was, of course, due to the benefits Wang Yu had privately given them.
Wang Yu had privately promised them that as long as they created a good atmosphere at the event, he would supply them with parts at cost price later.
For Wang Yu, who controlled a large number of parts and supporting resources, this was really not a problem.
It was cheaper than them finding various channels to source parts themselves. After deducting costs, Wang Yu could still make a small profit.
Therefore, after marveling at how Wang Yu was an even better businessman than they were, Hu Pangzi and the others readily agreed.
They then actively performed as stooges at the scene!
Of course, acting as stooges was one thing, but the deposits they put down for cooperation were also in real money.
Stacks of one hundred yuan bills were rolled up into bundles and placed directly on the long table in front of them, creating a visually impactful display.
That's right, it was a long table like those in old canteens, with the cash deposits neatly laid out before each person.
Seeing this, Wang Yu couldn't help but praise his own foresight.
"Hey, hey, hey, isn't this a bit too much?"
Those who were hesitant were the ones who had arrived later. They naturally hadn't thought as deeply as Hu Pangzi and the others. Seeing Hu Pangzi and the others so enthusiastic, they became somewhat incredulous.
"Are you guys perhaps stooges? Who would be so direct as to have cash deposits ready?"
The shrewd, short middle-aged man who had previously asked Wang Yu about the general dealership suddenly asked Hu Pangzi, clearly sensing something was off.
Who would carry so much cash for no reason? One or two might be understandable, but it was impossible for everyone to be like this, right?
However, Hu Pangzi was an old hand and contemptuously flicked his plump face.
"Whose father-in-law traveled all this way to put on a show and cheat you?
Besides, I, Old Hu, wanted to get the dealership for this new agricultural machine much earlier than you!
If it weren't for Director Wang giving you special consideration, I would have gotten the dealership last week and might already be selling cars and making money at home!
The market is about seizing opportunities. The sooner we sell a car, the sooner we grab market share. Latecomers can only eat dust."
Hu Pangzi's words, though coarse, made sense. Everyone was stunned, thinking that it seemed to be the case.
This damned fat man was incredibly shrewd, not at all as simple and honest as he appeared on the surface!
"That makes sense!"
The shrewd, short man nodded, then hesitantly looked at Wu Lingling, "Then I want the dealership for Jiangan County. I want 8... no, 5 orders."
The short man's eyes darted around, glancing at other products, and then he suddenly changed his mind.
However, Wu Lingling merely glanced at him indifferently. Jiangan County was the most populous county in Guanjang Province. Even though it was just a county, its market was no less significant than an ordinary prefecture-level city.
"At least 9 units, otherwise, I won't give you the regional dealership even if it remains vacant. I'm not afraid of no one coming to take it later."
Wu Lingling's words startled the short man. After a moment of thought, he gritted his teeth and nodded.
"9 units it is, but you have to guarantee that market order will be maintained!"
With the short man leading the way, others also sporadically reported their regions and order numbers. Some with strong financial backing directly took on prefecture-level city regions, while others with weaker strength settled for county-level markets.
As for those who deliberately reported low quantities to secure large sales areas, such behavior no longer occurred.
Everyone was smart enough to know what should and shouldn't be done.
However, not everyone was like Hu Pangzi, who had the air of a nouveau riche and carried large amounts of cash with them.
Wang Yu simply had someone provide them with a stack of yellow envelopes and a pencil, asking them to write their conditions and quotes on paper and place them on the table.
The funds would be collected after the event.
After waiting for a while and seeing that no one else was reporting their conditions, Wu Lingling slowly nodded, "Everyone, you will not regret your decision today! We can sign the specific cooperation contract after the meeting."
With that, she handed over the microphone and the speaking opportunity to Wang Yu.
"I hope the dealership for Product No. 1 has been allocated. Now, let's discuss the dealerships for the remaining products."
Wang Yu pointed to a small dump truck beside him and said, "This is our Product No. 2, with heavy-duty performance and a self-unloading tipping cargo box. It's a dual-purpose vehicle suitable for all types of roads, for rural grain transportation, urban waste disposal, and construction site projects.
This product does not have a general dealership. For sales dealerships in various regions, a bidding policy can be adopted!"
Wang Yu's words immediately prompted Hu Pangzi to raise his hand and ask, "Director Wang, what do you mean by bidding policy?"
Wang Yu looked approvingly at Hu Pangzi, recognizing that this guy was quite adept at providing timely support.
"This product also adopts a cash-on-delivery policy, but no deposit is required. You will state your annual order sales volume that you can complete, and we will select based on merit.
However, if you falsely report sales volume to secure a dealership but fail to complete it... then, I'm afraid you will have to pay a breach of contract penalty of 3,000 yuan for each unit short. If you don't pay, we will not cooperate in the future!"
Hearing Wang Yu's words, everyone was stunned and then muttered to themselves.
This young director was even more ruthless than that young girl!