MMB Chapter 1613 This is intolerable!
Chapter 1613 This is intolerable!
Chapter 1613 This is intolerable!
A new school year brings a fresh start, and even the classrooms are filled with the scent of freshly printed books.
Li Xuewu did not receive a dismissal notice from the school, nor did he seem to have been given the cold shoulder, so he continued to appear in the classroom as a professor of criminal psychology.
If we're talking about giving the cold shoulder, his attitude was more like giving the cold shoulder.
He remained calm and composed, teaching four classes a month and receiving a substantial salary from the school, along with some additional benefits.
Perhaps because the course gained some popularity last semester, there were more names on the attendance sheet this semester.
Whether you're herding one sheep or a flock of sheep, it's all the same. The school doesn't plan to make this course a special class; it's just taught as a general education course.
Even if you haven't enrolled in a course, you can still audit it if you have time.
Of course, judging from the empty seats in the first criminal psychology class of the semester, they had no choice but to stand to listen to the lecture.
The school allowed him to use his self-authored book, "Criminal Psychology," as a textbook, but he did not simply read from it, even though he wrote the book.
He also knew that students in this era did not need a reader; everyone could read, but they needed to understand the deeper meanings of the text.
Li Xuewu spent a class period briefly reviewing the content taught last semester and asked questions to a few familiar faces.
Instead of asking for the original text or the lecture notes, I would randomly present a case study and let them find an angle to approach the topic using what they had learned in the course.
Last semester, he assigned a series of reading lists, and many students complained that the course required too much knowledge.
It's not that the course requires too much knowledge, but rather that the concept of applied psychology simply didn't exist in China at that time.
Especially in the application of crime judgment and criminal management, Li Xuewu's works and classes were pioneering.
Li Xuewu noticed that some school leaders had appeared at the back of the classroom, but he did not adjust the teaching order and continued to teach according to his prepared content until the first class ended.
"Hello, Associate Professor Li."
Li Xuewu is a very easy-going person, especially after he came to the school. After the first class, he walked down from the podium to the back of the classroom, but he did not expect that the school leaders would take the initiative to greet him with a smile.
"Director Zhang, hello."
Li Xuewu had never dealt with the other party, and he rarely even went to the office, so he didn't know if his desk had gathered dust.
The other party was the person in charge of the academic affairs system. He was very approachable when he met Li Xuewu and knew he shouldn't put on airs.
This school is quite different from other institutions; many of its teachers and administrators are from within the system.
Even if they are not within the system, they are still powerful figures in certain fields.
It seems that there are relatively few people like Li Xuewu who have dual systems; he is currently the only one, and his other identity is even more special.
Honggang Group's scale and reputation are unparalleled among Beijing's industrial companies, and its welfare benefits have been talked about countless times.
Now it's not just envy anymore; many people treat Honggang Group's operating model like a book.
If Honggang Group's development model and welfare benefits are only slightly above the normal level, they will only make sarcastic remarks.
However, when Honggang Group's various indicators far surpass the standards of Beijing's industry, it's time for them to seriously consider their options.
They all earn a living on wages and have lofty ideals, but the gap between them shouldn't be too large, otherwise they will inevitably feel unbalanced.
However, Honggang Group's transcendence cannot be complained about or even criticized in terms of "balance," because Honggang Group itself is a kind of balance.
After a series of organizational and personnel changes, the number of employees at Honggang Group has remained at 6.
Compared to its original workforce of nearly 100,000, Honggang Group now seems to have shrunk.
If you truly understand Honggang Group, or have directly participated in the personnel system reforms of the past two years, no one would think that way.
The reduction of more than 30,000 employees in Honggang Group directly created the Xinjing No. 1 Factory and the light industrial cluster in the Huanliangmahe Ecological Industrial Zone.
Honggang Group aims to completely shed its relatively outdated production capacity, namely the tertiary industry, this year, which will significantly reduce the total number of employees.
With fewer employees, their welfare benefits will improve. However, it should be noted that even when the number of employees was at its peak, Honggang Group did not reduce welfare expenditures.
While 6 people may seem small now, it still ranks among the top in the entire industrial system of Beijing.
It supports more than 6 employees. Behind these 6 employees are countless families, and how many employees' family members are supported?
What is the coefficient that indirectly drives employment and consumption?
Just grab any guy driving a motorcycle tricycle on the street and ask him, and you'll find out how many people rely on Honggang Group for their livelihood.
Therefore, the development of an enterprise can drive the progress of the entire society and boost economic morale; such achievements are right there on the desk.
After undergoing a series of transformations, Honggang Group has established a firm foothold in the industrial sector, and the next step is to focus on its development.
Conversely, looking at the group's management team that created this achievement, their names have long been on some people's desks.
Whether you call them pioneers of industrial development, experts in economic creation, or even trailblazers in administrative management, they are all valid options.
Such an evaluation is not yet apparent, but in a few years, when the management of Honggang Group spreads like sparks throughout the industrial system or other systems, its influence will become extraordinary.
During this period, even more outstanding cadres will emerge from Honggang Group. At that time, Honggang Group will become a cradle of outstanding cadres, and who can still evaluate the historical role of Honggang Group?
Anyone with a long-term vision can see that Secretary-General Li, who is currently only at the division level and also an associate professor, has a bright future ahead of him.
Director Zhang could certainly tell, so he smiled, shook hands, exchanged pleasantries, and even asked two psychology-related questions.
The two stood at the back door of the classroom and chatted. Li Xuewu tentatively inquired about the school's attitude towards him and the subsequent arrangements.
Unsurprisingly, he didn't get the answer he wanted from Director Zhang. It seemed that his salary wasn't a problem for the higher-ups, or perhaps they felt that his classes still had some value to offer.
There were no other arrangements; he was simply to serve as an associate professor and undertake teaching duties. Director Zhang was even interested in his other works.
First, there's emergency management. Within the industrial safety system, there are also units specializing in fire protection, and they want to organize some training courses.
Secondly, there's public security management. Director Zhang's suggestion was whether he could offer another course on public security management.
Li Xuewu did not agree. He didn't even know how to free up four classes a month for this course, let alone open another one.
He did have some ideas about the emergency management course and recommended the existing emergency management training base of Honggang Group to Director Zhang.
With few staff and a small scale, there's absolutely no need for us to run our own classes. The Honggang Group's training base in Hongxing Village holds classes every year.
Currently, due to the establishment of the vocational and technical college, an emergency management major has been offered, so the theoretical part is conducted within the college.
On the mountain, the courses are mainly military and practical, since it's safer and more convenient.
Regarding the study of public security management, his answer was that if he were working in Beijing, he would certainly not mind sharing what he had learned.
However, he works in the steel city now, which makes it inconvenient for him to travel back and forth. He can't guarantee the time, and if he misses a class, it would be a teaching accident.
Therefore, he suggested that the school invite other teachers to offer this course, and he would not mind sharing his understanding and views on public security management.
Director Zhang seemed to prefer him to teach the course, so he clearly accepted the suggestion of emergency management, but didn't say anything more about public security management.
Li Xuewu neither confirmed nor denied it. After finishing his morning classes, he did not stay at the school for long and went downstairs to take a car back to the group headquarters.
The school was already used to this, and his appearance was probably an unexpected surprise for them. These days, there are quite a few people assigned to this position, but they didn't expect him to actually have some real talent. It was a pleasant surprise.
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"what is this?"
After returning to the group headquarters, Li Xuewu had a simple lunch and a short rest before taking his entourage to the research institute for research.
From top to bottom, the group is focused on the development of the research institute, and now no one questions the large investments made in the research institute.
With firsthand evidence of how technology changes lives and creates value, Honggang Group has become one of the first to reap the benefits of innovative development in modern industrial enterprises.
Therefore, the visits of Li Huaide, Li Xuewu, and other leaders are a sign of their attention and also a form of urging.
However, the things Li Xuewu accompanied Li Huaide to see were different from the things he saw himself.
The person in charge of the research institute is quite clear-headed, but other leaders in the group may not be able to understand it and may not be able to offer any useful suggestions.
But Secretary-General Li Xuewu is different. If he can't produce anything substantial, he'll offer real criticism, because there are some things he truly understands.
"Secretary-General, this is a thermostat."
The researcher looked very young, wearing a white lab coat and large-framed glasses, and nervously gave him his introduction.
Li Xuewu bent slightly, carefully examined the operating machinery, and asked, "Is it used in the food processing field?"
“That’s right, boss,” the researcher explained. “Initially, we received a request from a food processing plant, which led us to design this product by combining the findings of the Institute of Optoelectronics.”
He placed several controllers in front of Li Xuewu and explained in detail: "Later we discovered that this type of thermostat can also be well applied in some other industrial fields."
"We have reported the project to the technical management department, and it will be ready for mass production after further verification and review."
As he spoke, a hint of pride and a smile appeared on his face. He emphasized, "The United Trade Management Center has already reserved space for our new product catalog at the end of the year, which will then be presented to United Industries."
"Yes, the bonus will be substantial, right?"
Li Xuewu was very satisfied with the result of this scientific research achievement transformation, and smiled as he jokingly said something to him.
The research institute staff following behind them laughed at the researchers' shy expressions.
"There's nothing to be embarrassed about."
Li Xuewu looked at him very seriously and said, "By your own efforts, you bring benefits to the group, the collective, and the organization. The rewards from the group, the trust from the collective, and the honor from the organization are what you deserve."
He turned around and looked at the cadres and researchers surrounding him, saying, "I'm not in charge of the group's financial management, but I believe that even if President Jing were here, she would still be willing to give out this bonus, right?"
"Hahaha--"
Everyone agreed with his point of view, because the awarding of the prize money meant that the research institute had another achievement that had been commercialized.
Transformation means that their invested time and effort will be transformed into products that are produced, sold, and generate more profit.
They receive bonuses, and the group benefits; it's a win-win situation.
The group has previously rewarded outstanding researchers on more than one occasion, especially in terms of the commercialization of research results.
Anyone can do the math: investing 100 million in research and development and getting 1000 million in orders—which is more, which is less?
It is thanks to the efforts of scientific researchers that Honggang Group has been able to stand at the forefront of the entire industrial system in the field of technological development and innovation.
Accompanied by the head of the research institute, Li Xuewu continued to visit other products that have already achieved commercialization of research results.
如红星一号汽车后桥、MQ-5-8电磁铁、500型万用表、100瓦黑白电视发射机、250瓦加定向发射机、3211De伺服电机等产品。
These products would be considered museum pieces by later generations, but they were cutting-edge technologies in their time.
Of course, this is relative.
100-watt black and white TV transmitters are nothing new; Gangcheng Electronics uses this model. But it is undeniable that researchers are keeping up with the times in terms of technology.
Today we are using a 100-watt black and white TV transmitter, but our research progress is also at this stage. So tomorrow or the day after, we will be able to present new products and new things.
Li Xuewu even saw a 212 Jeep in the automotive engineering research institute, which looked very strange no matter how you looked at it.
Honggang Group has its own automobile industry and has even developed a series of mature products, so why does it need to study the 212 automobile?
"Actually, there is still a lot of untapped potential in this 212 model."
Xia Zhongquan chuckled and scratched his cheek, then whispered to him, "I approved this project; it's quite interesting."
"Hmm? Tell me about it." Seeing his mischievous grin, Li Xuewu knew there was something to discuss, and raised an eyebrow, saying, "Isn't it our project?"
"No, we've already figured it out completely."
Xia Zhongquan wasn't afraid of being overheard by the surrounding cadres and researchers, because the research institute now had a complete confidentiality management system.
The days of casually bringing blueprints home are long gone. Even in front of family members, you can't just talk about work.
The group's confidentiality department has a station here, and they even frequently send people to visit neighbors and family members. If they are found to be in violation, they will be dealt with seriously.
Not to mention regular learning and training.
"Factory 456 has come to us."
Xia Zhongquan curled his lip and said, "They want to simplify the production process of 212 and want to purchase the complete production system from us."
"What do you mean?" Li Xuewu looked at him strangely and asked, "You don't want to produce our cars anymore, you want to produce the 212?"
"Hey—" Xia Zhongquan grinned and said with a smile, "How much does one of our Antelopes cost? How much does one of our 212s cost?"
"If they were to copy our antelope, they would go bankrupt. Why would anyone buy their products when we have our advanced production lines?"
He cracked his knuckles and gestured, "They're just trying to take advantage of the chaos. Because there's no protection mechanism, anyone can produce this car."
“Especially for provincial enterprises like theirs, even if Beijing Automotive Group approaches them, it won’t make a difference. It’s all up to their own abilities.”
“That’s not right either,” Li Xuewu said with a smile. “Beijing Automotive is also upgrading its production lines. This year they will achieve partial assembly line production, which will further reduce production costs.”
“33,000 yuan a unit, how much can they reduce costs?” Xia Zhongquan was good at doing the math, gesturing to him, “If they purchase parts from us and use railway transportation, they can still make a lot of profit based on their local production costs.”
"Furthermore, there's a shortage of 212s right now—"
Xia Zhongquan smiled and raised his eyebrows. His words were quite meaningful, because as antelope and other products crowd out the market, the supply shortage of 212 would gradually disappear.
In fact, there is already inventory of 212 cars in North China, while cars under Honggang, which have expanded into the market and operate through its own channels, rarely have inventory.
Even Gemini and Aries, who are not well received domestically, have found success in overseas markets.
Hong Kong and Southeast Asia, in particular, have a strong preference for small cars that are compact, easy to drive, and robust.
Having grown accustomed to the ruggedness of the Antelope, they also chose to accept the agility of both vehicles.
In the third quarter, Gemini also created a sales miracle in East Germany.
This small yet exquisite car instantly became a hit with young people, especially the new generation who had a certain fantasy about fashion, as soon as it landed in East Germany.
The best-selling region for this car was not East Germany, but West Germany, which was directly opposite.
Nobody understands why cars imported from East Germany sold like hotcakes in West Germany.
You're saying the Gemini is more luxurious and advanced than those high-end sedans from West Germany?
No, this car was designed from the outset for the working class, or even more precisely for young people who have just started working.
They may not be able to afford expensive luxury cars or secondhand cars of varying quality, but this two-seater commuter car is definitely a refreshing choice for them.
Flowing from East Germany to West Germany, it truly achieved an overwhelming price advantage. With its novel design, adequate power, and more ergonomic interior functions and design, it sold out instantly.
Even the young people who bought this car at the beginning weren't buying it because it looked good, but because they thought it was eye-catching enough.
In a world where cars are getting longer and longer, this compressed car has become a favorite among hippies.
Install a roof rack on your car and take a spontaneous trip with your loved one, while also enjoying the scenery and... well, you know.
In terms of fuel economy, this car doesn't have the power of a 6-cylinder or 8-cylinder engine; it just takes you wherever you want to go with a moderate, steady pace.
You want to race? Then sorry, you'll have to switch to a sports car.
When the first wave of young people who bought this car for its fashionable appeal were pleasantly surprised to discover the advantages of its design, they expressed their joy by highlighting its superiority, and it even became a focus of attention after being featured in car magazines.
Due to the booming sales, West Germany has cleared out its inventory and is coordinating the loading of more Geminis from Yingcheng Port to East Germany.
Unlike Gemini's cute design, Aries received far less attention, though it was more popular in East Germany and other former Soviet republics.
There's no need to mention any other advantages; the price alone is enough to attract customers.
East Germany was distributing Gemini and Aries cars as a welfare benefit to young people in order to fulfill its promise to the nation.
Faced with such sales figures, the sluggish domestic market seems less important.
This is also the kind of determination that Li Xuewu showed when answering Sha Qizhi's question.
Unless Li Huaide has gone mad, he will not agree to reduce foreign trade investment.
Xia Zhongquan understood this as well: the better the steel and automobile industry developed, the better the results would be reflected in the research institute's performance.
He even has the leisure to cause traffic congestion in Beijing.
"How much can this project earn?" Li Xuewu opened the car door and sat down. It looked no different from the 212, but once you sat inside, you would find that many of the parts used were from Hongxing Automobile's system.
This is just a case of false advertising; it's utterly disgusting.
"I wasn't thinking about making money."
Xia Zhongquan's answer was laced with malice. He kicked the tire and said with a sneer, "456 Machinery Factory can't afford that much money, but I didn't intend to sell to just them."
"What do you mean?" Li Xuewu asked, amused, looking at him through the car door. "How many more stores do you want to sell?"
"I'll sell to anyone who comes to buy."
Xia Zhongquan chuckled and said, "It doesn't matter if they give less; every little bit helps. Anyway, we didn't spend much money."
He punched the hood with his fist and said, "Strictly speaking, this car can no longer be considered a 212; its production has been simplified."
"With our integrated production capabilities, we can even sell semi-finished products; we just need to leave the smaller steps to them to complete themselves."
"Aren't you afraid that Beijing Automotive will come after you?"
Li Xuewu jumped out of the car with a smile, glanced at the car, and said, "The law does not punish the masses, but that doesn't mean we won't deal with you."
"I'm a researcher, what business is it of ours?"
Xia Zhongquan emphasized with an innocent look, "We will not recognize any results that leave the laboratory, and we have no say in what they do."
"Okay, just say that when they come knocking on your door."
Li Xuewu chuckled and teased him, leading him forward, and took the opportunity to quietly ask about Peter's situation.
Hearing him ask this, Xia Zhongquan's face also became more serious, and he frowned and said, "You should know who did it even if I don't tell you, but I haven't found anything. The other party's methods are very clever."
"Well, then forget it." Li Xuewu thought for a moment and said, "Since you can't find out, it means they don't want anyone to know."
"Sneaky and furtive, a den of snakes and rats."
Xia Zhongquan muttered discontentedly, "I have a feeling this isn't over yet; they'll have to take drastic measures."
"How is Peter's mood?" Li Xuewu nodded slowly, acknowledging his concern and offering a word of concern.
“Him? Heh—” Xia Zhongquan shook his head with a smile and said, “You could call him a research fanatic.”
He explained, "He said that we trusted him and made him the project leader, which was a rare opportunity for him, and he had to seize it."
"Hmm." Li Xuewu smiled and nodded, saying, "He sat on the sidelines in East Germany for several years; he must have been really bored."
“Our environment here is still better,” Xia Zhongquan said. “Although our material life can’t compare to that abroad, it’s not far behind.”
"We have shown our utmost sincerity in terms of respect and trust."
He thought for a moment and said, "The only shortcoming is probably the weakness of our scientific research capabilities, after all, we have only just begun."
"It would be great if we could get a cooperation opportunity with the Institute of Optoelectronics."
Xia Zhongquan raised his chin and said, "I found out what you asked me to find out."
He looked at Li Xuewu and introduced, "The Institute of Microelectronics of the Chinese Academy of Sciences is collaborating with Shanghai Electronic Instruments Factory to develop a contact lithography machine."
"Contact-based?" Li Xuewu raised an eyebrow and asked, "How far have they progressed in their research?"
"Hehe—" Xia Zhongquan shook his head with a wry smile and said, "We're still stuck at this stage, there's been no progress."
"Hmm?" Li Xuewu frowned and asked, "No progress at all in five years?"
"Because we have lithography machines, but the chip manufacturing industry hasn't kept up."
Xia Zhongquan scratched his head and said with a bitter face, "We're moving fast, and we'll soon be facing this real problem."
The chip manufacturing industry and lithography technology are complementary; without large-scale chip manufacturing, there would be no large-scale application of lithography machines.
They're not working on laboratory-based industry; they're working on practical applications. If they can't bring down the costs, everything else is pointless.
“Peter got in touch with his classmates and said that the United States has already developed a near-photon lithography machine. If we don’t develop it, we will really fall behind.”
"Chip manufacturing process, right..."
Li Xuewu frowned in thought. This project still needed to be addressed from outside, as the current research environment in China was really uncertain.
Future generations will need to conduct a comprehensive survey of industry, let alone now. Many excellent achievements cannot be combined and are used in isolation, which is both wasteful and detrimental to competitiveness.
The reason Li Xuewu wanted to develop a supply chain was to link and combine the results of industrial production, thereby reducing production costs.
The reason why the Tianjin Trade Management Center has developed so well is because it can connect the technological achievements of the companies it is associated with.
The group's publishing house publishes a trade-related magazine, with a product catalog in each issue, which is used by the intelligence departments of various units for research purposes.
Honggang Group itself is also collecting these advanced technologies and processes, and will purchase them domestically as long as they are usable.
However, this cooperation was passive; it was Honggang Group's business personnel who took the initiative to contact them, and the affiliated companies had no choice but to actively cooperate with Honggang Group.
How many industries in China are outside the reach of Honggang Group, and how many industrial achievements are unknown to Honggang Group?
It's hard to say; in the days before the internet, it would have been almost impossible to find this technology in China.
To achieve breakthroughs in the chip industry, extraordinary measures are necessary.
“I’ll go back and take a look,” he said, patting Xia Zhongquan’s arm. “If I can find the technology, I’ll push the project forward as soon as possible.”
"I believe this investment will be extremely profitable."
Xia Zhongquan stated with great certainty, "The higher authorities are now urging the development of the electronics industry, especially televisions and radios."
He reminded Li Xuewu, "Some departments have already been investigating the actual production situation of the electronics industry, and they have also come to our research institute for investigation."
"From what they've said, radios and televisions will definitely be widely used within the next two or three years."
"Yes, I understand what you mean."
Li Xuewu nodded and said thoughtfully, "The Santaya Group is convenient, but I don't want to start from them this time."
"Is...what is the reason?"
Xia Zhongquan looked at him, frowned slightly, and asked, "Don't you want them to have a monopoly?"
“That’s the idea.” Li Xuewu nodded cautiously and said, “If they control all our technology imports, they will inevitably develop a sense of self-protection.”
He pointed with his finger and emphasized, "We must break this mindset and let them know that we can't do without them."
"Furthermore, I will push forward with negotiations with Sanwa Corporation."
Li Xuewu finally mentioned Sanhe Co., Ltd. at this point in his story, which was also the decision he made after thinking about it last night.
“It really is time to talk,” Xia Zhongquan said earnestly. “Either we expand the scope and depth of our cooperation, or we end it as soon as possible so that we don’t hold each other back any longer.”
“I am actually quite inclined to cooperate with Sanhe,” Li Xuewu said softly. “The advantages outweigh the disadvantages, after all, we are geographically very close.”
“Of course.” Xia Zhongquan looked at him and asked, “Is there anything I can do for you? Just tell me.”
"Please find me a few experts, and wait for my notification."
Li Xuewu thought for a moment and said, "Negotiations cannot be separated from the expert group. It would be best if you could give me a definite cooperation plan before the negotiations begin."
He narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at Xia Zhongquan, emphasizing, "Why not include optoelectronic research and chip production as well? We can conduct joint research."
"Joint research?" Xia Zhongquan was slightly taken aback and asked, "How exactly is it joint? Is it between us and Sanhe, or..."
"Unite as many as you can."
Li Xuewu said very seriously, "I will contact Catherine of Jilixing Shipbuilding and ask her to lobby in Europe."
"I don't ask for anything else, as long as we can bring in technical personnel, and with Peter's presence, even if we have to build the research institute in the port city."
He raised his eyebrows and said, "Of course, I prefer Tianjin or Yingcheng, but it depends on which is more convenient."
"That's quite a leap..."
Xia Zhongquan thought for a moment and said, "I'll prepare for this as soon as I get off the plane. I'll report back to you then and wait for your news."
"Hmm." Li Xuewu nodded, and before leaving, he glanced back at the 212 and said with a smile, "If you're going to do it, do it big."
"Hahaha—" Xia Zhongquan laughed, "Of course you love a good show!"
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"Just arranging accommodation for these people is a huge undertaking."
As Li Xuewu entered the conference room, he heard Gao Yaqin talking. He smiled and greeted the colleagues who had arrived earlier.
He has attended few meetings in the past six months, and this is the first time he has attended a leadership meeting since the investigation team entered the steel and automobile industry.
Gao Yaqin simply nodded to him and continued the previous topic: "68 traders used more than two hundred rooms."
"I'm so anxious! I'm even thinking of arranging for them to sleep in a dormitory."
"Hahaha—" Gao Yaqin's words drew laughter from everyone, and Cheng Kaiyuan joked, "I've never heard of foreign businessmen being given dormitory-style accommodations before."
"It's also due to insufficient preparation," Xue Zhifu reminded him. "It should have been planned in advance."
"Who would have thought so many people would come?"
Gao Yaqin sighed helplessly and said, "There were only 16 foreign business teams when we registered in July, and only 30 or so in mid-August. But by early September, the number had doubled."
She kept complaining, but everyone could hear a hint of joy in her complaints.
Today is the second day of the trade fair, and good news keeps pouring in. The sales headquarters reported that they have already signed orders worth over ten million yuan.
This is the number of orders from yesterday afternoon to this morning. Many foreign buyers are still investigating and observing. The peak period for orders will be tomorrow and the day after.
It is foreseeable that although the total sales volume cannot compare with the Guangzhou Export Commodities Fair, when considering the sales and import volume of a single enterprise, the fair organized by Honggang Group has achieved a complete victory.
Core team members Li Huaide, Gu Weijie, and Zhou Wanquan arrived late, but quickly got into the swing of things after sitting down.
"To make a long story short, I have an urgent mission."
Li Huaide didn't even drink the water his secretary brought him before turning to everyone and saying, "The higher-ups are coming down to inspect the site tomorrow morning. The information I received is that it's uncertain who will be coming, and we're being told to prepare."
Hearing this, Li Xuewu and the others looked at each other in confusion. They were still unsure who would come and how to prepare.
"We need to prepare banners and promotional materials, right?"
Gao Yaqin frowned slightly and asked, "If we're not sure, how do we prepare?"
"We'll talk about that later. First, let's convey the organization's spirit and requirements."
Li Huaide concisely ended the topic that hadn't even started and began speaking very quickly about the documents in his hand.
Li Xuewu listened carefully; the main points were decisions and requirements related to restoring organizational life and organizational development.
The notice has already been issued and personnel adjustments have been made, but the relevant requirements have only just been released.
Li Xuewu glanced at Cheng Kaiyuan and Xue Zhifu opposite him. He had heard that the two of them had some designs on him, and Old Li was very annoyed.
Actually, it's not entirely their fault. If Old Li himself didn't dare to use it, how could he stop others from changing its appearance?
Xue Zhifu and Cheng Kaiyuan already had a rift with Lao Li, and over the years they had grown disillusioned.
Li Xuewu had anticipated that he would now support Gu Weijie.
Of course, Li Huaide's side was not weak either, with the firm support of Jing Yunong, Gao Yaqin, Dong Wenxue, and Li Xuewu, so their words carried a lot of weight.
Furthermore, as the squad leader, Zhang Jingsong dared not cause trouble, and he was given a location in the Liangmahe Industrial Zone, which was the honeymoon period.
Zhou Wanquan was relatively isolated, and this organizational development activity actually helped him a lot.
Both Gu Weijie's passivity and the policy inclinations gave him a lot of room to maneuver.
Su Weide, however, received neither explicit support from the ministry nor was able to truly establish a solid influence within the Honggang Group.
Therefore, he relentlessly targeted Dong Wenxue, and even indirectly targeted Li Xuewu. As long as he could get his hands on these two tough targets, he could stage a comeback and rise from the ashes in Honggang Group.
Even while weakening Lao Li's influence, they were able to fully establish their own prestige.
The support Zhou Wanquan gave him was more like drinking poison to quench his thirst, leaving him with no way back and only the option to go down a dark path.
Now he could only stare intently at the steel cylinder, as if he were tied to a rope.
However, looking at the current ecological environment, it is not as complicated as before, which truly reflects the saying: "The world, after a long period of unity, tends to divide; after a long period of division, tends to unite."
They urgently studied the progress and operational correctness of the trade fair, and then held a intensive discussion and study of the reception details before leaving the meeting room.
At Li Huaide's request, many people in the group, including the group's leaders, will be working overtime tonight.
Li Xuewu had planned to return to Gangcheng tomorrow, but Li Huaide vetoed the idea, giving a compelling reason: he had experience in receiving guests.
That's nonsense. Many of the people who received the big boss back then are also attending today's meeting. Why keep one more?
Li Xuewu really didn't want to stand out too much, especially while he was setting a trap for Su Weide; he couldn't let the rabbit become suspicious.
There was nothing he could do but call home to meet Lao Li's request and then organize a meeting with the General Management Department and other departments that needed coordination.
Starting in the afternoon, things got a bit chaotic at the company. Until the end of the workday, the cafeteria received a notice to provide extra meals, and the dishes were quite plentiful.
This also relatively reduced the complaints from those working overtime; however, being able to meet with top leaders also made them aware of the importance of this matter.
After dinner, Li Xuewu returned to his office for a short rest. He had been busy all afternoon and was so tired from talking that his throat was dry. He felt even more exhausted than when he worked on a construction site.
When he was in the steel city, he often participated in voluntary labor to set an example, so he could understand the hardship involved.
The hardship of attending meetings is more painful than the physical hardship.
He had just drunk half a cup of tea when the phone rang. He thought it was a call from some department, but unexpectedly, he heard Li Xuehan's voice on the other end.
"Second Brother—"
"Hmm, a letter of recommendation?" Li Xuewu frowned slightly, and asked, hearing his dejected voice, "What's wrong?"
"Second brother..." Having experienced his father's death, Li Xuehan had finally matured somewhat. He hesitated for a few seconds on the phone before saying, "My mother... my mother..."
Just as Li Xuewu frowned deeply, Li Xuehan on the other end of the phone said in a voice that was almost humiliating yet very soft: "My mother is getting married."
"What?" Li Xuewu stood up abruptly, his anger rising to the top of his head. He could tolerate his third aunt's disloyalty, but he could never accept this kind of humiliation.
"Where are you?" he asked coldly. "At work or at home?"
"I'm at work," Li Xuehan said in a low voice, trying to suppress her emotions. "I don't want to stay here anymore. I want to go to Beijing to see my grandma."
“Then come to Beijing,” Li Xuewu said firmly. “Go explain the situation to your superiors, and I’ll help you contact a receiving unit.”
He was fuming, but he still managed to say, "You decide for yourself whether to inform your mother or not, but do it as soon as possible."
"Also, the milk is not in the capital."
Li Xuewu explained over the phone, "Your second uncle's son, Li Xueli, is getting married on National Day. Your father's situation is still being kept from the old lady."
"I understand." Li Xuehan sniffed and said, "I'm going home to see my grandpa and grandma."
"Alright, that's settled." After hanging up the phone, Li Xuewu called the Third Regiment of the Guards to arrange for Li Xuehan to be transferred to Beijing.
This is intolerable! How can you be so impatient? After all we've been husband and wife, you're not even going to leave us with the last bit of respect?
Then don't blame him for being heartless and unjust.