The next day, Jiang Wanqing and Cheng Ran couldn't commute to and from get off work together because they were going to different places.
She went straight to the factory, where workers and managers were giving it their all to deal with various inspections from above.
She hadn't been to the factory for a while, and everyone greeted her warmly when they saw her.
"Hello, Comrade Jiang!"
"Sister Wanqing, you're finally back!"
"With Comrade Jiang in charge at this critical juncture, everyone can finally work with peace of mind."
...
The trust everyone placed in her weighed heavily on her shoulders, but also felt sacred, and she was determined not to let anything happen to the factory!
She had just entered her familiar office when the landline rang.
When she answered the phone, it was Shen Huan and the others calling. They hadn't been in touch for some time, so they exchanged pleasantries after the call connected.
"Wanqing, it's been a long time! When are you coming over? Let's get together."
The voice was undoubtedly Shen Huan's, and Qin Meng and Yue Shuzhen's voices were also present beside her.
"Why did you all suddenly decide to get together? Is something wrong?"
"Oh dear, I knew I couldn't escape your keen eyes. This matter... let Shuzhen handle it."
There was a two-second silence on the phone before Yue Shuzhen answered, and that familiar voice came through.
“Chen Huan is being vague and can’t explain it clearly, so let me explain. The branch factory is being targeted. There’s a small inspection every three days and a big inspection every five days. Those staff members are nitpicking, saying that we are producing non-compliant products, but our product parameters are all in accordance with domestic standards, and there are absolutely no errors.”
"Huh? When did it start?"
Liang Jiang Wanqing pinched the bridge of her nose. This was indeed abnormal. It was one thing for the main factory to be inspected, but why was the branch factory also implicated? And judging from Yue Shuzhen's words, it seemed that this had been going on for some time.
"Recently, I suspected that we had offended someone, so I asked my family to use their connections to inquire. And guess what? Sure enough, someone had spoken to people in the inspection agency and was keeping a close eye on us!"
"Who made the request?"
"I'm not sure about the specifics, it seems to be something like... um... I can't remember."
"The Seventh Research Institute?" Jiang Wanqing asked in return.
"Yes! That's it. It seems to be a message from their director."
It's Wang Duo again! It seems it really is related to the recent assessment. I guess they're afraid she'll get too idle and interfere with the institute's affairs, so they pulled this stunt.
Thinking about it more deeply, this is just a warning. If she continues to dwell on the matter at the institute, things might get serious later.
After all, he's been the director for so many years, it's not surprising that he has some connections.
"I understand. You all cooperate for now. I'll come over when I have time. The main thing is to smooth things over with the higher-ups. Wait for my news."
"You're so insightful. Are you confident?" Yue Shuzhen asked.
"Well... to be honest, that director came after me. Only I can handle this. No matter the outcome, I will do my best to save the factory and will never let your efforts go to waste."
"You should act according to your ability. You're just a troublemaker. Even if you don't go looking for trouble, trouble will come to you. We've made enough money anyway. At worst, we can take a break. But you must make sure you stay safe."
Although this concern was a bit awkward, it sounded quite convincing.
Qin Meng, who hadn't spoken until now, also chimed in.
"Wanqing, don't worry about us. As long as we haven't broken the law, no one can do anything to us. We'll take care of things at the factory. You should deal with your own problems first. Money can be earned back."
Jiang Wanqing is content with having such a group of friends.
She hummed in agreement: "I know, thank you all. Wait for my good news, I won't let you down."
After hanging up the phone, she was just about to sit down and sort things out when Hung Hing rushed in from outside.
"Sister-in-law, the inspectors are here. Would you like to go out and see them?"
She looked up at the sound: "Where is he? I'll go meet him."
She believed that money was more powerful than connections in this world, and if that wasn't enough, then she hadn't given enough money. An idea suddenly popped into her head: two peaches can kill three warriors...
She raised an eyebrow and calmly walked out. Sure enough, the inspectors arrived, each one dressed smartly and looking quite professional, but who knows what they were really up to.
Jiang Wanqing stepped forward and greeted them warmly.
"You all are very dedicated. Since you're here, why don't you come to my office for a cup of tea?"
Indeed, they were tired of coming every day, but they had to obey orders from above.
Upon hearing that they could have tea, they naturally went along, and their attitude improved accordingly.
"Comrade Jiang is quite the strong woman. As soon as she heard the factory needed her, she came back. No wonder you can make so much money. We've seen it for ourselves."
They said some polite compliments, which Jiang Wanqing merely smiled and brushed off.
He led them into the office and personally poured them tea.
"As you all may not know, I've been doing research at the institute recently, and someone is looking after things at the factory. As soon as I heard you needed me to come back for the inspection, I came immediately. Isn't this every citizen's duty? However, I would like to ask you all to be accommodating and allow me to take a break for half a day or two. Our institute director heard that I also have a factory and wants me to sponsor the institute's research. I still need to make the remittance."
She said this on purpose, while observing everyone's expressions, and sure enough, they changed their expressions.
They probably think to themselves right now that they've worked so hard to do things for others, only to have their money taken by those who just give orders, which is bound to make them feel uncomfortable.
"Comrade Jiang, how much money are you transferring?"
"Well... I'll transfer a few hundred thousand," she said casually.
"Over ten thousand?!"
One person couldn't sit still any longer and immediately jumped up, shocked. He was glared at by the others and then sat down again, looking embarrassed.
"Yes, is there a problem? If you need help, I can lend a hand. However, I have already donated most of the profits to the firm, so I don't have much money left. I hope you don't mind."
Jiang Wanqing, with an innocent and easy-going demeanor, walked behind the desk and took out several thousand yuan from the desk drawer.
"Take these and buy some clothes and shoes. When you're out on business, you need to be presentable."
"Comrade Jiang, are you really going to give it to us?"
"Of course, there's no doubt about it."
The saying goes, "He who takes a man's money is bound to him, and he who eats a man's food is bound to him." If you don't take it, you really can't bear to, since the people who instigated the thing have already received benefits, so why can't they take it too? So you accept it.
"Comrade Jiang, you're too kind. We won't refuse you then."
"Hehe, thank you, Comrade Jiang. You're so easy to talk to, no wonder..." Someone blurted out, but was stopped halfway through.
Jiang Wanqing smiled slightly and took the opportunity to ask further questions.
"No wonder what? Did something happen to me that I didn't realize, and you're trying to remind me?"
"This...no...Comrade Jiang, you're overthinking it."
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