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Because it involves Huo Yingjie's research findings, Huang Jingli needs to talk to He Tiantian.
He Tiantian was taken aback, thinking of the solar energy used in every household in later generations, especially in rural areas and urban-rural fringe areas, where houses are relatively low and single-story, making solar water heaters more suitable. It was indeed a very good project.
“Great! As long as Wu Youliang can lower the costs and the quality is decent, I’ll invest.” He Tiantian immediately promised. Before her grandmother passed away, she had given her a savings account, but she hadn’t found a good investment opportunity.
“Yes, Youliang said it’s possible, it just takes time,” Huang Jingli said, her heart filled with anticipation for opening a factory.
He Tiantian thought for a moment and said, "If there's anything missing or you can't get it, you can tell me and I'll ask someone to help you find it."
"I won't stand on ceremony with you," Huang Jingli said with a smile. "By the way, Tiantian, you're quick-witted. Think again, is there anything that needs improvement?"
He Tiantian thought for a moment, how did rural areas improve bathing conditions before solar energy became widespread?
“Now that you mention it, I do have some ideas,” He Tiantian said. “I’ve heard that black absorbs heat. Could we make simple plastic water bags that can be filled with water, left out in the sun during the day, and still warm enough to take a bath at night?”
"This is no different from boiling water in a big basin at home!" Huang Jingli said. "Would anyone buy it?"
"It's different. The water in the big basin gets a bit cold after the sun goes down. But the water in the special plastic water bag stays warm even late at night. The water bag is placed directly on the roof, connected to the tap water, and then a pipe is run to the washroom. This is a simple solar energy system. It's much cheaper than Wu Youliang's improved solar energy system. We can do this at the beginning, and once someone imitates it, our improved solar energy system can be promoted and put on the market."
“Those plastic water bags are cheap, so who would buy a solar water heater?” Huang Jingli disagreed, feeling that it was a waste of money.
He Tiantian smiled and said, "Think about it, those water bags can only be used in the summer, but solar water heaters can be used as long as there is sunshine and they don't freeze. Plus, they have a larger water volume, which is much better than water bags, but they are more expensive. This way, they complement each other. If those who buy water bags like the convenience of showering, and then realize the shortcomings, and a new product can make up for those shortcomings, they are very likely to buy solar water heaters if they have the money."
Huang Jingli thought about it carefully and nodded, saying, "Your explanation makes a lot of sense. I'll talk to Youliang about it when we get back."
Since resigning, Huang Jingli has become much freer than before.
She spends most of her time at home taking care of the children. Sometimes when her father-in-law comes to Nanshi, she goes to help him. Sometimes she also goes back to her hometown.
Huang Jingli handled most of the affairs in Nanshi, which made things much easier for Mr. Wu.
Wu Youliang heard He Tiantian's suggestion from his wife and thought it was good, so he began to research plastic products that could absorb heat quickly and in large quantities, but dissipate heat slowly and in small quantities.
Huashan Antique Shop can finally open for business.
He Tiantian, Huang Jingli, and Qin Li, these three antiques, bought flower baskets and came to offer their congratulations.
When the auspicious time arrived, after setting off firecrackers and lifting the red cloth covering the plaque, I was slightly taken aback to see that the plaque read "Sanfengju" (Three Phoenix Residence).
But thinking about it, it's not a big deal. The locals are proud of the Sanfeng Bridge, which has stood for hundreds of years. For example, her braised meat shop is named after the Sanfeng Bridge.
This Sanfengju restaurant is also quite good.
Upon entering the shop, He Tiantian, Huang Jingli, and Qin Li stared blankly at the antiques on the display shelves.
"Huashan, you're amazing! You've collected so many antiques in such a short time!" He Tiantian praised, clearly indicating that Huashan had put in a lot of effort.
Hua Shan smiled and said, "Most of them were collected from various places, and some were found online, but they are all genuine. This room is full of genuine antiques, and next door they sell jade pendants and jade jewelry made with modern techniques. This one I bought from a supplier. The price may be a bit higher than in the place of origin, but the workmanship and variety are quite good. I checked each piece, and there are no problems."
"Hmm, not bad, these jade pieces look quite nice," Huang Jingli said, adding that they were no less impressive than the ones she wore on her wrist.
Qin Li looked at them and said, "Those jade bracelets are really beautiful. I want to buy a pair for my mother."
Cui Ying smiled and said, "Great! Today is auspicious for your opening. Since you're all on the same side, I'll sell it to you for one dollar more than the cost price."
"Why is there an extra piece?" Qin Li asked curiously. "Is there a reason for it?"
“I reckon your order will be the first one we open. It would be bad luck if we didn’t make a single penny,” Cui Ying said with a smile. “Come on, actually this jade is really good. It was all handpicked by Huashan, so the quality is absolutely top-notch.”
"Now that you mention it, I'm thinking of buying one too," He Tiantian said with a smile. "My grandmother Wang's birthday is coming up soon, and I'm looking for a gift for her. A jade bracelet would be perfect."
Huang Jingli thought for a moment and said, "I'll buy a pair of jade pendants for my father-in-law and mother-in-law."
“Alright, you can go to the front. You’re our customers. Let those who are just watching the fun take a look. It’ll be good publicity for you,” Cui Ying said with a smile, letting them choose for themselves.
He Tiantian, Huang Jingli, and Qin Li all bought things they liked.
Some people walked around inside and found the prices reasonable, so they bought some small jade items.
As for antiques, Huashan is there looking at them, but there are many people looking at them, but few buying them.
At noon, two employees stayed behind: Huashan and Cuiying took everyone out for lunch to celebrate the grand opening.
After dinner, He Tiantian, Huang Jingli, and Qin Li went shopping.
Cui Ying had no choice but to continue tending the shop; after all, she was the boss!
He Tiantian took a box and put it in the drawer. She would order a cake from the pastry shop tomorrow and wait for her parents-in-law to come back tomorrow night to celebrate Grandma Wang's birthday properly.
The next morning, while eating breakfast, He Tiantian secretly told her parents-in-law to come home early that evening to celebrate Grandma Wang's birthday together.
Later, He Tiantian passed by the shop on her way to work and ordered a twelve-inch cake, which she picked up that evening.
In the afternoon, He Tiantian had no classes, so she went home and picked up a cake and braised meat.
He Tiantian started preparing the meal, and Jiang Lifang and Huo Zhekun also returned earlier than usual.
"Aunt Wang, these are the autumn clothes I bought for you," Jiang Lifang said, taking the clothes out of her bag. "Aunt Wang, please try them on. If they don't fit, I'll go get you an exchange!"
"I have clothes, why waste money?" Aunt Wang scolded, but she was still quite happy. "You can't buy any more in the future."
“I don’t usually buy anything, but today is your birthday, so this is a birthday gift for you,” Jiang Lifang said. “Please don’t refuse.”
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