"Tian'er is good, are you all standing here to get some air?"
Just as Chen Lishu was caught in a dilemma, Chen Guoping's voice suddenly came from behind. Chen Lishu's eyes lit up, and she turned back and smiled, "Director is back?"
"Yes, after all, there are important matters tomorrow, so I came back early." By the time Chen Guoping finished speaking, he had already walked up to them.
"The director said he wanted to personally experience the life of the people in Yangcheng. How was the experience?" Du Zhiming asked with a smile.
"In one word, it's developing too fast."
As Chen Guoping spoke, he looked at the leaders of the three factories and asked knowingly, "It's so late, why aren't you all going back to your rooms?"
"We're going back now, we're going back now." Factory Director Gao of the Meat Processing Plant responded and turned to leave, but paused when he saw that Du Zhiming and Factory Director Han hadn't moved.
Chen Guoping knew what the three of them were thinking; they were actually waiting for a definitive answer.
Chen Lishu's performance this time had indeed exceeded his expectations. Not only was her business acumen outstanding, but her adaptability was also strong. Most importantly, many of her views were unique, and she had secured many clients for the team's success. Chen Guoping greatly appreciated her abilities, which was why everyone was vying for her.
"Our winery has a history of nearly a hundred years. We have brand recognition, so there's no problem opening up sales channels."
Du Zhiming's face broke into a smile upon hearing Chen Guoping's words, "That's a given. As for our factory's beer, it's not just me boasting, even foreigners praise it highly after tasting it."
Chen Guoping continued, "Our meat processing plant's flavored sausages also have a certain customer base. As long as they taste it, they'll know the quality."
Everyone present was a shrewd individual. By this point, they understood Chen Guoping's intentions, and his gaze towards Factory Director Han became somewhat displeased.
As expected, Chen Guoping's next words confirmed this.
"In comparison, our worsted mill doesn't have much of an advantage competing with other factories of the same type. It just so happens that Xiao Chen is not only proficient in English but also in Japanese. I hope she can partner with Teacher Gu to help the worsted mill secure more orders."
Factory Director Han of the worsted mill was overjoyed to hear this, "Director, you couldn't be more right. Just thinking about how to expand sales and secure more orders has made me lose several hairs of white."
Du Zhiming and Factory Director Gao were greatly disappointed by this outcome.
"Actually, I don't care who Xiao Chen belongs to. The leadership understands my difficulties. Everyone, don't be discouraged. Once the factory signs a big order, I'll give everyone a wool blanket."
The worsted mill was indeed the weak link among the factories. Even though they were unwilling, they prioritized the bigger picture and no longer argued.
Seeing the factory leaders leave, Chen Lishu finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Chen Guoping: "If you encounter any difficult situations in the future, just push them all onto me. Don't be afraid, I'll back you up in everything."
Chen Lishu smiled gratefully at him, "Thank you, Uncle Chen."
"Why are you being so polite with me? When I brought you out, your teacher specifically asked me to take good care of you. If you were wronged, your teacher would be the first to hold me accountable."
"Uncle Chen, I'm going back now." After saying this to Chen Guoping, Chen Lishu turned and returned to her room.
In the room, Jiang Yuwei watched Chen Lishu come in from outside, quickly lowering her eyes to hide the unwillingness in her gaze.
"Chen Lishu, do you really think you're something just because others praise you a few times? Don't forget your own status. I can't bring myself to put on that smiling face and lower myself like you do." Unable to hold back, Jiang Yuwei spoke her mind.
Chen Lishu had already sat on her bunk. Hearing Jiang Yuwei's words, she looked up and sneered, "What is your status? Is it very noble? Don't forget your ancestors, everyone is the same."
Jiang Yuwei's expression also turned cold, "At least I don't flatter people. We're all university students, and seeing your mercenary face makes me feel disgusted."
Chen Lishu was amused to the point of anger, "Is that so? Then your reaction is a bit too much. Do you have some kind of problem? It's best to go to the hospital for a check-up as soon as possible."
"You!" Jiang Yuwei was so angry she couldn't speak for a long time, only able to glare at her fiercely. If looks could kill, Chen Lishu would have died several times over.
"Xiao Jiang is also thinking of you. Xiao Chen, don't be so resistant. We are here to do translation, not to sell goods for them. Do you really think that just because they praise you a few times and offer some benefits, you've lost your bearings? I think you're devaluing yourself," Liu Yun chimed in from the side.
"Comrade Liu Yun, the sourness on your body is about to overflow. It's best to restrain yourself. The great leader once said that revolutionary work is not divided into noble and lowly. For someone like you who loves to show off and randomly labels others, you haven't even memorized the quotes correctly and are making such a low-level mistake?"
"I!" Liu Yun was choked speechless. Looking at the smiling Chen Lishu opposite her, she felt as if she had punched cotton after exerting all her strength. She felt stifled and extremely aggrieved.
Seeing that Chen Lishu, who usually kept quiet and didn't get angry, had such a sharp tongue, she truly underestimated her.
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The next day, everyone woke up early. After tidying up, they were preparing to head to the exhibition after breakfast when Liu Yun suddenly rushed over, "Director, Jiang Yuwei is sick and probably can't go to the exhibition."
"Sick? Why is she sick at this time? Is it serious?" Du Zhiming and Factory Director Gao were more anxious than anyone when they heard someone was sick. Du Zhiming even stood up from his seat.
The exhibition was about to start, and the translator suddenly fell ill. How many orders would they lose? Liu Yun said cautiously, "She was groggy since this morning, and now she's having trouble walking."
When they heard the illness was so severe, Chen Guoping instructed Secretary Zhang beside him, "The organizer seems to have a medical team. Go and ask them to examine Xiao Jiang. If it's really bad, we'll send her to the hospital."
"Could it be culture shock? Teacher Liu, does Xiao Jiang have any symptoms?" Du Zhiming asked.
Factory Director Han frowned, "It's been so many days, it shouldn't be culture shock. Could she have caught a cold last night?"
Soon, Secretary Zhang invited medical personnel to perform a simple examination on Jiang Yuwei. No problems were found, and it was ultimately determined that she was simply overworked and might need a day's rest. Da Feng Novel Network
Chen Guoping did not suspect anything. He instructed Jiang Yuwei to rest well and then led everyone to the exhibition.
After Chen Guoping and his group left, there was no trace of weakness on Jiang Yuwei's face. A faint glow flashed in her eyes. She went to close the door, and upon returning, she picked up a book by her pillow and began to read leisurely.
She had deliberately feigned illness. Since everyone was vying for Chen Lishu, she would fulfill their wishes and see if Chen Lishu could handle the three factories alone without her, Jiang Yuwei.