Dahua Steel Plant.
Small canteen.
Wu Changfeng, Minister Tang, and Factory Director Sun were in a small private room.
Don't be fooled by the fact that the steel plant looks so dirty you can't even step on it.
But the dishes they make are quite delicious.
It has a perfect combination of color, aroma, and taste.
In this era.
Every factory has one thing in common: their small canteen is absolutely satisfying.
It's comparable to a grand hotel.
No matter what kind of factory it is, the cooks in the small canteen are always top-notch.
Factory Director Sun first poured a glass of wine for Minister Tang, and then filled Wu Changfeng's glass.
Then came his own wine glass.
Based on their rank and status, Wu Changfeng should have been the one to pour the first drink for the two of them.
But Director Sun acted too quickly.
This made Wu Changfeng feel really awkward; it was like he was trying to hide something obvious!
Wu Changfeng said with a half-smile, "Director Sun, you stole my work, and Minister Tang's face turned black. How am I supposed to apologize?"
With just one sentence, he brought all three of them together, immediately setting the mood.
Factory Director Sun laughed heartily: "Guests from afar are always welcome, it's only right. Also, Minister Tang is silent because he's been angered by another group. You should drink a few more cups with Minister Tang later."
"Have a good chat and make Minister Tang happy; that's your task for today."
Holy crap!
Wu Changfeng swallowed hard; this guy had practically squeezed himself into an alley.
Why Minister Tang is unhappy? What the hell do I know?
Do I have to soothe her like a mother hen?
Factory Director Sun suggested raising a glass. Factory Director Sun and Wu Changfeng took a sip, while Minister Tang drank it down in one gulp.
Wu Changfeng asked, "Minister Tang, are you criticizing us young people for not drinking properly?"
Minister Tang looked up upon hearing this and said, "I'm just annoyed. Do as you please."
Wu Changfeng nodded without saying a word.
Both Director Sun and Minister Tang were taken aback.
Why aren't you saying anything?
According to the usual procedure, shouldn't you ask why you're upset?
Why can't you get the hang of it?
Director Sun coughed and said, "Comrade Changfeng, when I heard about what you did at the Cangxi Iron Mine, I truly admired you."
"I give you a thumbs up." Factory Director Sun praised him generously: "Really, most people wouldn't come up with such a brilliant idea, wouldn't you say, Minister Tang?"
Minister Tang stopped pretending and continued, "Yes, I should say it, but the broken rocks that have been abandoned at the Cangxi Iron Mine for decades are actually economically valuable to you at a glance."
"What is this? A discerning eye!"
Director Sun nodded: "This is a big plus, but most importantly, it taught that stubborn old man, Director Ren, a lesson."
"Let him see what the power of the masses is."
"Good heavens, with your stirring up trouble, if Cangxi Iron Mine refuses to accept equipment from the submersible heavy machinery, it will be universally condemned!"
"What a huge pit, you have no choice but to jump in."
Wu Changfeng was puzzled.
Why are you praising me?
You, Factory Director Sun, know perfectly well what I'm here for.
We're talking about serious matters.
Why bring this up?
Wu Changfeng glanced around and smiled, "It was just a coincidence. You flatter me. It was only when Minister Tang and Factory Director Sun conducted an on-site inspection of the Cangxi Iron Mine's environment that they came up with this brilliant idea."
"No, no." Director Sun lit a cigarette and said, "We can't do it; the power of the masses is greater."
Minister Tang said, "From the first moment I saw you, I knew you were no ordinary guy."
"I promised to treat you in Beijing, and now that we're here, come on, let's have a drink."
Wu Changfeng immediately lowered the glass and downed the liquor in one gulp.
He swallowed it down with difficulty.
This liquor has too high an alcohol content!
It's so spicy it hurts my throat.
Factory Director Sun patted Wu Changfeng on the shoulder and exclaimed, "Young man, your drinking capacity is more than this, isn't it? I heard that you fought a bunch of heroes under Mine Manager Ren and knocked them all out."
"That's all nonsense." Wu Changfeng took a bite of food. "I almost didn't make it back."
"Come, come, I'm the boss, let me toast you." Director Sun raised his glass: "Thank you for solving our problems and for solving the problems for the country."
"That's too much, too much." Wu Changfeng bowed slightly. "It's all for my own little schemes."
Wu Changfeng downed another glass and said, "By the way, Director Sun, I know it's unrefined to bring this up at this time, but judging by your attitude, you won't be leaving this room until you've knocked me out."
"So, I have to say it." Wu Changfeng looked at Factory Director Sun: "Do you think our deal should involve a contract or something?"
"I don't mean anything else. My factory's new production line is about to start operation, and I just need to ensure the availability of steel."
Factory Director Sun waved his hand: "With Minister Tang here, is your little problem even a problem?"
Minister Tang pointed at Wu Changfeng: "You kid, your case was decided by the entire Ministry of Smelting, there's no escaping it. Stop thinking about your own interests and start thinking about the country's interests."
"ah?"
Wu Changfeng was stunned.
really!
Sure enough, there was a hidden meaning in his words.
Look, it's going up here after all this twist and turn.
Factory Director Sun tapped the table and said, "Yes, Changfeng, you should learn from Minister Tang in this regard. The national interest is something that everyone should strive for and contribute to."
Wu Changfeng rubbed his nose: "Let's not beat around the bush. Tell me how we can sign this contract."
Minister Tang smiled, slapped the table, and said, "I admire young people like you! Director Sun, please give us an overview of the current situation and let Comrade Wu Changfeng from the masses give us some advice."
Factory Director Sun nodded and asked bluntly, "Brother, do you know what kind of meeting we're having on the fifth floor?"
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