Rebirth in 1984: Beginning with Han Card Development

What happens to the future when humanity loses its imagination?

That slogan created a sensation during the summer of 1984.

Back then, computers couldn't support Chinese input and co...

Chapter Three: Who's More Skilled?

"Mr. Zhao, you're so young yet you've managed to secure a partnership with ICBC. You're truly a remarkable person! By the way, Mr. Zhao, may I ask what this Chinese character card is? Why is ICBC willing to purchase it in such large quantities?" Yao Zhifang couldn't contain his curiosity and asked.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ye smiled and then began to explain the Chinese character card to Yao Zhifang in detail.

Yao Zhifang sells computers, so he can naturally help Zhao Ye sell Chinese character cards in the future. Therefore, Zhao Ye put a lot of effort into introducing them.

"A Chinese character input card is an expansion card that integrates Chinese character input methods and their drivers into a memory. Simply put, you insert the Chinese character input card into your computer, and then you can type Chinese characters on the computer!"

Upon hearing this, Yao Zhifang was immediately startled, a hint of excitement flashing in his eyes.

He sells computers, so he naturally understands the significance of Chinese character input cards. Many people come to buy computers, but ultimately give up because they can't input Chinese characters.

"If my shop could sell Chinese character cards, business would be booming!!"

Yao Zhifang's eyes lit up as he stared intently at Zhao Ye, as if the man before him had become a golden money tree.

"Mr. Zhao, I can help you sell the Chinese character cards. What do you think?" Yao Zhifang asked directly. This was a rare opportunity, so he didn't waste any more time and wanted to seize it.

"No problem!" Zhao Ye replied with a smile and a nod.

I would be delighted to have someone help me sell the Chinese character cards.

Now that he's starting from scratch, there are no rules that allow him to engage in direct sales.

"Haha, thank you for your patronage, Mr. Zhao. Let's all make a fortune together!" Yao Zhifang was overjoyed to hear Zhao Ye agree so readily. Remembering that Zhao Ye had come to his shop to buy EPROM chips, he couldn't help but ask, "Mr. Zhao, does this Chinese character card require an EPROM chip?"

Zhao Ye nodded: "Yes!"

Yao Zhifang patted his chest and said generously, "Mr. Zhao, since we are in a cooperative relationship, I will definitely give you the most favorable price when you buy EPROM chips from me!"

Zhao Ye smiled and said, "Then thank you very much, Boss Yao!"

"Mr. Zhao, you're too kind. You've been supporting my business; I should be thanking you! Oh, by the way, Mr. Zhao, are there any other parts needed to manufacture the Chinese character card? Do you have any here? If so, you can buy them all at once, saving you the trouble of going elsewhere to buy them."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ye was taken aback. Who said people in this era were simple and honest? This guy was a shrewd operator, seizing every opportunity to promote his products...

But this is exactly what I wanted!

Zhao Ye chuckled to himself.

Immediately, he said, "Since Boss Yao is such a good friend, then I will be a good friend too!"

"Take a look at this list. It shows all the electronic components I need to make the Chinese character card. If you can procure them all, I'll leave it all to you..."