“The factory in Pingquan County was indeed bought by my wife, Ji Wanmei, because she started a clothing brand two years ago and needed a factory for production. Coinciding with the national restructuring, I believe we were responding to the policy call and adapting to the systemic transformation. All procedures and contracts were handled through the open and transparent procedures of the municipal government.”

The reporter then asked, "Mr. Lei, I heard that you were also a junior employee at the Dongfang factory many years ago, is that true?"

Lei Tingjun smiled and said, "Yes, that's right. Six years ago, I was just an ordinary workshop production worker at Dongfang Daily Chemical Factory, and that's where I met my wife. Now, 80% of the workers from the old factory are still working in the new factory."

When the topic of marital affection comes up, Lei Tingjun's originally cold and indifferent expression softens with a gentle happiness.

Even reporters who want to dig a hole can't help but want to find out more gossip.

"So, the Eastern Factory is considered the place where you and your wife fell in love?"

Lei Tingjun declined, saying, "I won't answer these personal questions today."

The reporter then held the microphone up to Ji Wanmei: "Ms. Ji, could you please share your answer? As one of the invitees to this awards ceremony, what qualifications do you believe you were selected? Is it because of your identity as Lei Tingjun's wife?"

The brand "Oriental Charm" has already gained a great reputation in East China; otherwise, the Pingdong Municipal Government would not have invited it to participate in the commendation ceremony.

The newspaper reporter deliberately asked this question, intending to imply that Ji Wanmei's current success was all because she had found a capable and competent husband.

Little did they know that her career and Lei Tingjun's career were mutually supportive and interdependent.

In Ji Wanmei's eyes, these people's malicious and provocative remarks were rather laughable.

Ji Wanmei raised an eyebrow and smiled brightly and boldly: "Excuse me. Today, I am not here as Lei Tingjun's wife, but as the founder of Oriental Charm to attend this conference."

"As for your question about strength, I think we at Oriental Charm have already answered that question with our sales volume and brand value."

After saying that, Lei Tingjun raised his hand, expressionless: "Sorry, we're in a hurry to get into the venue, so the interview will end here for now."

After saying that, he led Ji Wanmei through the crowd and into the Great Hall of the People.

The group of reporters were left speechless, looking at each other in bewilderment.