After the supply chain of the fragrant duck was resolved, international professional organizations were invited to test the Shaoxing duck and the Beijing duck.
After passing the inspection, a free tasting point was opened in all stores in Xiangjiang, rules were set for the event, and questionnaires were conducted at the same time.
A week later, an investigation found that the vast majority of Hong Kong citizens had accepted the two new varieties of Shaoxing duck and Beijing duck, mainly because the prices had dropped as the prices of raw materials had dropped.
Just as Mo Zhexuan was about to announce the change in the raw materials for the Fragrant Duck, the Oriental Daily, a top-selling newspaper, started spreading rumors again. Titled "The Story of the Fragrant Duck's Raw Material Change," the article stated:
"It's been reported that Xiangxiang Duck, a famous Hong Kong braised food brand, recently changed its source of raw materials, replacing the internationally renowned Call duck with Shaoxing duck and Beijing duck from China."
"Call duck is a national brand from an island nation. It is carefully bred and its meat is very tender, neither fat nor greasy, with just the right amount of fat. It is full and sweet, with a unique aroma that is unforgettable."
"As for Shaoxing duck and Beijing duck from mainland China, I don't dare try them. I find them difficult to swallow. How can I trust these rural ducks? Will they give me diarrhea? Are there any health risks?"
"Currently, the prices of various varieties of fragrant duck have dropped. Although all Hong Kong residents have the financial means to enjoy them, how can we feel at ease?"
"Huaxia is currently a rural area. The sanitary conditions there are appalling. Fortunately, Xiangjiang has more than just one Fragrant Duck restaurant. There are also other braised food brands, such as Delicious Duck."
"Delicious Duck uses Call ducks from an island country. Not only is it cheaper than Fragrant Duck, it's also more affordable. Delicious Duck has always been my favorite. I can eat it with confidence, peace of mind, and health and safety."
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The report in Oriental Daily instantly caused a stir in Hong Kong. Fragrant Duck was already promoting its new share issuance. Initially, sales increased significantly due to price cuts. However, because of this report, all its stores in Hong Kong were suddenly empty.
Subsequently, Maxim's and Delicious Duck, founded by Fairwood, issued a statement to follow up, saying that the raw materials they purchased were all fresh Call ducks imported from the Southern Group. At the same time, they announced a major promotion and launched a series of preferential activities.
As soon as the news came out, all the delicious duck shops were immediately crowded with people, and the fragrant duck shops became deserted in an instant.
As the news spread, Li Wei, general manager of Fragrant Duck, immediately held a press conference, condemning the Oriental Daily for spreading rumors, announcing the report of the international testing agency, and asking the Ministry of Justice to immediately collect information and file a lawsuit.
After the press conference, he also won back the hearts of some Hong Kong citizens. After all, Mo Zhexuan has made a great reputation, and the Ruitai No. 2 Fund he founded has received investment from countless Hong Kong citizens.
However, a considerable number of customers were still lost. In the eyes of most Hong Kong citizens, China at that time was indeed like a wild land, and they all believed that the Call duck from the island country was indeed of better quality than China's Shaoxing duck and Beijing duck.
This is undoubtedly a tragedy. There are countless examples of people worshipping foreign things and fawning on foreigners in later generations. But if we look at it from two aspects, it is a fact that sometimes things from island countries are indeed better.
This is worth reflecting on by all Chinese people. I remember a news report that said a group of Chinese tourists who went to an island country chose to bring back toilets from the island country when they came back because the quality was better.
Why are Japanese toilets of better quality than those made by Chinese? It’s because there are too many unscrupulous businesses, selling things like gutter oil, poisonous capsules, and dead pork... the list goes on.
At this time, in a large conference room in the headquarters building of Xiangjiang Group.
All the senior executives in the group frowned and said nothing. Although they had long expected that replacing the Call Duck would be attacked by competitors, they did not expect it to happen so soon.
"Everyone, let's talk! What should we do? There's only two weeks left before Fragrant Duck's new stock offering. If this doesn't work out, I'm afraid you and I will become the laughing stock of everyone in Hong Kong."
Mo Zhexuan sat in the main seat in the conference room, glanced at his subordinates on both sides, and spoke quickly.
"Mr. Mo! This public opinion storm is mainly due to the fact that we use Shaoxing duck from China, which is not trusted by Hong Kong citizens. To resolve this, I have a suggestion. Send reporters to accompany the Huarun Group to China to film the ducks' growth. At the same time, open our food processing factory to the public so that all Hong Kong citizens can see our determination to make fragrant duck a healthy food."
Executive Vice President Yang Mingyu, who was sitting in the first seat on the right side of the conference table, immediately offered his suggestions.
"I also have a suggestion. Since Hong Kong residents are concerned about the source of our raw materials, we should issue a notice stating that we will be responsible for any adverse reactions from eating our fragrant duck..."
A gleam flashed in the beautiful eyes of Zhang Lingge, the Minister of Human Resources, and she spoke quickly.
"I think we can also use promotional means..." said Li Changyong, director of the General Affairs Department, lightly.
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After a free discussion and brainstorming, a series of solutions were reached.
As soon as the meeting ended, Mo Zhexuan returned to his office and called Lilia, who was appointed as the international secretary.
"Xiao Ya! Do I need your cousin's help now?......." After Mo Zhexuan told the other party the whole story, he was ready to use a ruthless trick on Delicious Duck. In the business world, people will do anything to achieve their goals.
"No problem! But from today on, you can't go looking for that vixen Guan Jiahui anymore."
Lilia had a beautiful smile on her face and immediately put forward the conditions. This was a piece of cake for her, but when she saw Guan Jiahui's charming face, the anger in her heart could not be suppressed and rose up.
"That's impossible. Xiaohui has been with me for so long, I can't be ungrateful." Mo Zhexuan didn't expect to be threatened, and his expression tightened.
"Then you don't need to ask my cousin for help." Lilia curled her lips and looked away.
"Okay! A week at most."
"One month."
"Two weeks."
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After some bargaining, the two finally reached an agreement.
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