Chapter 245 Analysis of the Causes

Gao Meijuan was afraid that the village-run factory would suffer losses, but she didn't want to force her way into the meeting room.

So he quietly asked Accountant Wen to go to the conference room and tell Wang Depin a few words.

When Accountant Wen heard that the situation was urgent, he had to go and tell Dou Deyong quickly, otherwise Wang Depin would most likely be fooled by Dou Deyong.

There are many cases of deception in the business world.

If you’re not careful, big business could slip away.

He walked into the meeting room carrying a thermos, using the excuse of adding water to his teacup.

While pouring water, he whispered to Wang Depin, "Director Dou wants to buy Xiaoxuan's bread recipe, but Xiaoxuan is considering setting up a factory in our village first, and hasn't agreed to it yet..."

Fortunately, he was reminded in time. Just now, Dou Deyong asked him to be a lobbyist and persuade Xiaoxuan to invest in the county food factory with more than a dozen bread recipes. He almost agreed unconditionally.

It’s not that he was not interested in Xiaoxuan’s bread recipe, but Dou Deyong was the first to propose the shareholding plan. Given his friendship with Dou Deyong, it was difficult for him to say that he was also considering this matter.

Now that he heard Xiaoxuan give priority to village-run factories, he really had to shamelessly fight for it.

Otherwise, it would be unfair to Xiaoxuan's enthusiasm for the village-run factory.

After Accountant Wen left the meeting room, Wang Depin said to Dou Deyong with an apologetic look, "Deyong! To be honest, Xiaoxuan Baking Bread is actually to pave the way for our village factory. If it sells well, we'll take the recipe and invest in the village factory."

Dou Deyong smiled and said, "I know Chu Xuan is a person with a strong sense of collective honor and always thinks about your village, but you should also think about her! If you invest in our factory, you will definitely earn more than yours."

"Why do you say that? I thought our factory made more money than yours!"

"Our factory may not be able to match your sales of all our products, but when it comes to our new baked bread, I can confidently tell you that it's definitely ten to twenty times higher! Let me explain why. First, we have potential customers for our bread. Second, we have short-term food preservation technology. Third, we have access to channels for purchasing bread ingredients. As the factory director and village chief, you must be aware of how scarce supplies are right now."

These three reasons make Wang Depin feel inferior.

What's more, he hopes Xiaoxuan can earn more dividends, and the county food factory is the best choice.

"Deyong, you're right. I wonder how much dividend your company gave Xiaoxuan?"

Seeing Wang Depin relax, Dou Deyong tried to suppress his excitement and remained calm. "One percent of the bread sales."

Wang Deping actively sought benefits for Chu Xuan. "If you can agree to give Xiao Xuan 1.5% of sales, I'll be your lobbyist."

Dou Deyong looked embarrassed. "This is a bit difficult. I can only try my best. After all, I don't have the final say in the factory alone. I need to seek the opinions of several deputy factory directors."

Wang Deping chuckled, "I know the profit from the bread developed by Xiaoxuan is at least 40% of the sales..."

Before he could finish, Dou Deyong quickly corrected him, "I wouldn't dare say the profit is that high. Chu Xuan only sells bread in our county, so there are no packaging fees, testing fees, transportation fees, travel expenses, etc. Our factory wants to sell bread nationwide, so all these expenses must be taken into account. A profit of around 30% is good, and that doesn't include labor costs, electricity, charcoal costs, water costs, etc."

"I also own a factory, so I understand what you're saying, but don't you guys have the final say on the selling price? Again, giving Xiao Xuan a 1.5% dividend isn't much. Go back and think about it!"

Wang Deping stood up and prepared to see the guest off.

Dou Deyong was really afraid that the night would be long and he would have more trouble. What if other county food factories also heard about the bread baking and came to Chu Xuan with a higher bid? Wouldn’t it be a waste of time?

"How about this! I don't have to go back and think about it. I'll call the factory and ask the other factory managers for their opinions. If it's okay, you can help me persuade Chu Xuan tonight. If not, we can discuss other plans."

"Okay. Use my office phone! It doesn't have an extension, so you don't have to worry about anyone else overhearing your conversation."

"Thank you!"

After leaving the meeting room, Wang Depin asked Accountant Wen to take Dou Deyong to his office to make a phone call.

Accountant Wen did as he was told immediately.

In this way, Wang Depin and Gao Meijuan had the opportunity to speak.

Gao Meijuan deliberately lowered her voice, "You can't give the bread recipe to Dou Deyong. Xiaoxuan is doing good for our factory, don't let her kindness go to waste."

Wang Depin sighed softly, "I also hope that our factory can have more than a dozen kinds of baked bread products, but the time is not ripe yet. Dou Deyong's factory has the right time, place and people, while our factory only has the right people!"

Gao Meijuan was surprised. "I understand they have the advantage of time and place, but how come both factories have the advantage of people?"

"Our factory has the people and resources for bread formulas, and Dou Deyong has the people and resources for sales and purchasing. And there's something else I haven't told you yet. Someone came to talk to me this morning and wanted me to develop the grilled fish fillet factory into a comprehensive seafood and dried goods factory. He said our geographical location offers this advantage. I'm still considering it."

"Who is this person?"

"Don't worry about who he is. It needs to be kept secret for now."

"Okay. I suggest you take some time to discuss this with Xiaoxuan. She always has a lot of ideas."

"Okay. After Dou Deyong finishes his call and says a few words to him, I'll go find Xiaoxuan."

"Alright then! I'll go talk to Xiao Xuan first."

"Meijuan, if Dou Deyong's factory pays Xiaoxuan a good dividend, I hope you can persuade Xiaoxuan to use the formula to invest in the county food factory. If she invests in our factory, Xiaoxuan won't get as much dividend."

"I see."

Not long after Gao Meijuan left, Dou Deyong finished his call.

He walked up to Wang Depin and said enthusiastically, "Depin, several deputy directors of our factory have agreed to increase Xiaoxuan's dividend ratio, but the maximum can only be 1.3% of sales..."

"Then I won't try to persuade you."

"Don't be anxious, just listen to me."

"Go ahead."

"Our factory doesn't have workers who specialize in picking crab meat, shrimp, and roasting seaweed, but yours does! If you can successfully persuade Chu Xuan, we will source all the seafood ingredients for our seafood bread from your factory. You can give Chu Xuan a percentage of the sales revenue as a dividend."

This is a good condition.

But I still have to ask Xiaoxuan.

"I don't have the final say. I'll tell Xiaoxuan both conditions, and she can choose for herself. Go back and wait for news!"

Dou Deyong looked grateful and said, "I won't go back. I'll wait for a few more hours at your factory. When we have news, we can have a face-to-face meeting."

Wang Depin joked, "How anxious are you to cooperate with Chu Xuan?"

Dou Deyong made no secret of it. "I want to lead the county food factory on its way to success. We must pay attention to the new products! Before coming here, I signed a military order."

"You're here to get down to business! For this reason, as an old friend, I'll do my best to support you!"

"Thank you!"

At this moment, Dou Deyong's secretary hurried over and whispered to Dou Deyong, "The director of the Lin County Food Factory is asking the guard here about Chu Xuan's residence!"

Dou Deyong secretly said that this was not good.

Just dealt with one competitor, is there another one coming?

(End of this chapter)