Chapter 200: Top-notch Efficiency
"Him? He's getting worse with age, and he's almost ruined the reputation of the pharmacy. But I do have a younger uncle who works at a hospital. Maybe we can use him to open up channels in the pharmaceutical market. Of course, the prerequisite is that our medicine packages can pass all the audits."
"Registering the production of medicine packaging takes time. Once the equipment is ready and the factory is built, we can make a few sets and send them for testing. After the approval is granted, you can then go and discuss sales. You'll feel more confident then. Oh, by the way, we can ask Gu Xun for help. He has a wide network of connections and is very knowledgeable about the approval process for various certificates."
Upon hearing this, Bai Ye was taken aback for a moment before replying, "Boss Gu is extremely busy. Isn't it a bit inappropriate to bother him with such a trivial matter?"
"Many hands make light work, and besides, he's a kind-hearted person, and it's not like we're not going to pay him."
Persuaded, Bai Ye nodded and then began a series of discussions on issues such as the factory site selection and the area of the land to be built. When he looked up again, the evening glow had filled the sky. After politely declining the girl's invitation to stay for dinner, he got up and left.
"Sister Xiaxia, are you going to be... the factory manager?" Unable to contain her curiosity, Jiang An, who had been eavesdropping at the door, asked with a grin after the other person left.
The girl put her fingertip to her lips, shushed a few times, and said, "The matter isn't completely settled yet, so don't spread rumors. You can't tell Aunt Wu either; she's busy with renovations lately, so don't bother her."
The villa's hard furnishings remained unchanged, but the soft furnishings needed appropriate alterations. Aunt Wu was busy decorating and furnishing the new house, leaving only two people in the shop. Yang Zhaodi had mentioned to the neighbors that she wanted her cousin to come and help, but she also winked and made eye contact with the girl.
Yunxia understood all the trivial matters between relatives. She vaguely indicated that she needed to consider it, but ultimately, the big boss behind the scenes had to give the word. Later, she asked Aunt Yang in private and learned that she was so bothered that she had no choice but to mention it in public, so that she would have a reason to refuse.
After listening, Yunxia couldn't help but sigh. Even the fierce and shrewish Aunt Yang could be controlled by someone. However, since the other party was her mother, it made sense.
Half a month later, Bai Ye visited again, saying that the equipment was ready and the factory was under construction. Yun Xia went with him to the mountain to take a look. The terrain was flat, the bricks were of high quality, and the workers were all locals. They could make money, and everyone's face was full of smiles.
I also checked out the equipment. It was an imported product, and the quality was excellent. However, it was a bit troublesome to repair. After all, foreign manufacturers strictly control the technology, and they don't share the secrets of machine repair.
In response to this question, Bai Ye replied: "Don't worry, if we dare to use it, we must have made thorough preparations. I know a very capable person who specializes in this type of equipment. He is extremely familiar with the principles of the machinery and maintenance techniques."
With his words, Yunxia felt relieved. She ate stewed goose in an iron pot at the village chief's house, gave him some money for his hard work, and then got up to leave.
On the bus, the two had a slight disagreement about recruiting factory workers. Bai Ye suggested recruiting from the surrounding villages, and that anyone who was physically strong, efficient, and free from illness could apply for the selection process.
"Bai Ye, you don't understand. You rented someone's land to grow peonies, build a factory, and hire villagers as workers. Human nature is far more complicated than we imagine. Compared to the rent, wages, and transaction profits, how can we know they won't become jealous and think that they've made a lot of money growing things and building factories on their land, and that they should get half of it? The subsequent escalation of conflicts is something neither of us wants to see."
It wasn't that he was deliberately trying to think the worst of people; it was just human nature. In the apocalypse, he had seen too many scenes of life and death caused by the distribution of interests. After listening, Bai Ye fell silent until the car stopped at the entrance of Huaimin Street. Then he said softly, "Yunxia, the village chief told me about the current situation of the villagers. Poverty, hunger, hardship, disease, and education problems permeate every family. I think... I should do my best to help them. Maybe a little bit of kindness can improve the lives of families and reduce the number of children dropping out of school."
The girl lowered her eyes, pushed open the car door and got out, then leaned against the car window and said, "You can make the decision on this, but as your partner, I still need to remind you that to prevent future conflicts, it's best to make the contract terms extremely detailed."
His amusing actions and gentle tone instantly broke the awkward atmosphere. Bai Ye smiled faintly and said, "Don't worry, you've already conceded, I certainly won't let you down."
"Hmph, if you disappoint me, you'll be getting a taste of Jiang Chao's slippers. Oh, and remember to give me the invoices for the factory construction and equipment purchases, and I'll pay you half!"
Knowing that the girl was a wealthy young woman, Bai Ye nodded in agreement. After agreeing on a time for delivery, he had Uncle Zhang start the car and leave.
"Young Master, please forgive my bluntness, but Yunxia's consideration is very correct. A small favor is appreciated, but a large one breeds resentment. There's a reason why this proverb has been passed down to this day."
“Uncle Zhang, I understand the big principles, but we can’t choose not to help the poor just because we’re afraid of something unknown happening. Maybe they’re kind-hearted, know how to be grateful and repay kindness, and work even harder?”
"Okay, I can't argue with you. Hold on tight, the road ahead isn't easy!"
The sudden jolt of the car back came as he realized it referred to the road conditions, not the interior. He quickly grabbed the handrail to reduce the vibration. Seeing the young master's little action, Uncle Zhang's smile deepened.
Over the weekend, Mediterranean had a sudden burst of kindness and only assigned two test papers. Yunxia stayed up all night on Friday to finish them, and early the next morning, after breakfast, she took Jiang An to the store to help out. One of them was in charge of the cashier, and the other was in charge of sales.
At noon, I ordered four servings of spicy hot pot from the shop next door. I set up a small table inside the shop and before I had finished eating, a thin girl with a low ponytail and wearing a worn-out plaid shirt was fiddling with the hem of her shirt, staring timidly into the shop with her small eyes.
Yunxia was sitting right in front of the door. "Hello, feel free to come in and take a look if you'd like to buy anything, or it's okay if you don't!"
The girl was startled at first, but was then comforted by the gentle tone. She took small steps to the table and said timidly, "Auntie, Grandma told me to come and find you."
Yang Zhaodi turned around abruptly, shocked, and exclaimed, "Yang Jiang, what brings you here?"
"Auntie, Grandma said she's reached an agreement with you. She put me in the car and left. I asked so many people before I finally found this place. Waaah, I'm scared, Grandma doesn't want me anymore!"
Yang Zhaodi's name reveals that her family favored sons over daughters. The girl's cloth shoes had two large holes, exposing her big toes. She was very embarrassed and kept trying to hide her feet behind her back, but the more she hid one foot, the more obvious the other became. She was so anxious that she burst into tears.
"Don't cry. You have the blood of the Yang family flowing in your veins, and no one can change that. Stay at your aunt's house for now, and as for finding a job... take your time, you'll find one eventually!"
Yang Jiang glanced around the shopping mall, pursed her lips, and said, "Auntie, Grandma said I should stay at the mall to work as a cashier. I've been to school and I know how to do accounting, so I promise I won't shortchange you a single penny."
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