When the cargo ship was about to reach the high seas, it changed direction and headed towards Fukushi.
A few hours later, we docked in front of a mountain.
Several people disembarked from the boat, and then the boat left the waters off Fukushi City.
The night was as dark as ink.
At this moment, red lanterns are hung in front of every house in Haibi Village.
Today is the Mid-Autumn Festival. After dinner, as soon as it got dark, the children from each family gathered together, carrying small lanterns, and walked along the village paths.
Under the several large banyan trees in the village, a group of people gathered to chat.
The grape trellis and lemon trees in the Lin family's courtyard were covered with small lanterns, which were still shining.
"Sister, where's my rabbit lantern? Tiger is already waiting for me outside. We're going to go for a walk in the village together..." Jiaojiao's soft, sweet voice came from the courtyard.
Moonlight streamed down, and the air was filled with the fresh scent of earth and grass.
After a heavy rain, I thought the moon would be completely covered by dark clouds, but unexpectedly, the rain stopped in the evening and the sky cleared up before it got dark, and the moon was already hanging high in the sky.
Lin Ziyan watched her two younger sisters carry lanterns out the door, shaking her head and chuckling.
Grandma had already set out mooncakes, pomelos, and wine on the large round table.
This time, Grandma didn't put it in the yard, but outside the door.
Aunt Huang and Aunt Chen set up their stalls outside and then went to chat at the Lin family's door.
"Grandma, you even dried taro?" The chubby girl stopped in surprise as she walked into the yard, glancing at the basket.
"After steaming the smoked cigarettes, we put them out on the terrace to dry," Lin Atai said with a smile.
"Go inside quickly, you young people should have a good get-together."
She urged, waving her hand.
The chubby girl took a piece and strode into the yard.
The balcony railing was lit up, and a few people could be vaguely seen.
Lu Yunshen and Song Yi leaned against the railing of the terrace, smoking. The orange light from their fingertips flickered, mirroring the flashing lights.
Sister Fang said, "Boss Huo is really generous, giving you such expensive wine."
She opened a bottle of red wine with a corkscrew and poured it into an empty glass.
After putting down the nuts, Lin Ziyan sat down next to Lu Qiuying.
The chubby girl helped get a small plate of dried taro, which was salty and tasted very similar to the ones her grandmother used to make.
“Of course he was willing to spend the money, and he even asked for two new recipes.” Lin Ziyan picked up her wine glass, swirled it gently, and then put it down.
The red liquid swirls in the glass, as if absorbing light and flashing across it.
Lu Yun Shen watched her swirling her wine glass, his eyes flashing.
Fang clicked her tongue a few times, took a sip of red wine, put it down, and looked up at the moon, which looked as if it had been washed clean.
"After the Mid-Autumn Festival, the workshop of the electrical appliance factory will be completed."
"Any ideas about starting to recruit?" Lu Qiuying asked suspiciously.
When T Group was recruiting workers, people in the neighborhood initially thought it was a scam factory and no one applied.
Later, after the newspapers posted advertisements, people started to sign up.
With so many people being recruited this time, it will be too late if we don't start hiring now.
Fang Jie's lips twitched slightly, and she raised her chin slightly to Lin Ziyan, saying, "Why don't you have any ideas? She went to the city's newspaper office to place an ad."
"This time, we set up tables right at the factory gate and waited for people to come and sign up."
The chubby girl didn't dare drink alcohol, only drinking freshly squeezed orange juice.
Why didn't you come looking for me?
“Having been branded as someone who abuses power for personal gain, it’s not unreasonable for me to confirm it,” Lu Qiuying blinked, her eyes sparkling.
"What does it mean to abuse one's power for personal gain?" the chubby girl asked, burping.
Lin Ziyan cut open an orange, was pressing out the juice while wearing gloves, and casually replied...
"Forget it, you're already suspended for not seeking personal gain. If I ask you to handle this little matter, you'll be exiled to the frontier."
Lu Qiuying chuckled softly, resting her chin on her hand as she watched her skillfully prepare orange juice using unfamiliar tools.
Then, Lin Ziyan handed a glass of orange juice to Lu Yunshen, who was leaning against the side.
"Are you really planning to keep being an OEM manufacturer?" Lu Qiuying asked suspiciously, her eyelashes fluttering.
Fangjie looked at Lin Ziyan with the same question in her eyes.
S Appliances is opening up the Chinese market by simply sending machines now. If they later renege on their promise and take back the exclusive license, then they'll have done all the work for someone else.
"Of course not." Lin Ziyan finished her drink in one gulp, a glint of shrewdness flashing in her eyes.
"So you want to create your own brand?" Lu Qiuying's eyes lit up instantly.
During her last trip to Guangzhou, she visited many factories, most of which were newly established appliance brands.
Guangzhou also introduced foreign brands, but controlled the quantity to leave room for competition for its local industries.
"That's inevitable. Right now, the advertisements at Hairun Electrical Appliances City aren't promoting S appliances, but rather the Hairun brand, which is laying the groundwork for the future," Lin Ziyan said casually.
Fang Jie, "..."
Lu Qiuying was completely bewildered. Could this really be done?
A gentle evening breeze rustled the trees, casting swaying shadows and bringing a touch of coolness.
No matter how scorching the sun is during the day, the morning and evening breezes carry the scent of autumn, becoming dry and cool.
"The wind is picking up..." Fangjie said softly, her eyes hazy after a few drinks.
“Yes, time flies, and it’s harvest season again,” Lu Qiuying said meaningfully.
…
Meanwhile, in Beijing.
The moon was obscured by thin clouds, revealing only half of its face.
A jeep appeared in front of the Jiang family's house, the sound of its tires screeching against the cement floor shattering the festive atmosphere.
The red lanterns at the entrance swayed violently in the wind, as if they might be blown down at any moment.
In the Jiang family courtyard, the family was having a reunion dinner around a round table.
Mayor Jiang is the most proud member of the family. Fuzhou's economy is developing rapidly, and a promotion at the end of the year is inevitable.
"Drink less, you have to rush back to Fuzhou tomorrow," Mrs. Jiang advised, her smile never fading since her son returned.
Grandpa Jiang said, "What do you know? If you're happy, have a drink at your family reunion. Drink as much as you like."
He had barely finished speaking when there was a knock on the door.
This is the ancestral home in Jiangjia Hutong, and not many people come to visit during holidays.
"Old Chen, go open the door and send them away. What kind of family reunion is this, with people coming to visit?" Old Master Jiang said to the butler beside him.
"Okay, I'll go right away." Butler Chen strode towards the door.
He had just opened the door when he saw several people in uniform and paused for a few seconds.
Mayor Jiang had a few drinks. He looked up at the door, but felt dizzy and couldn't see the people standing there clearly.
He only came to his senses when the men walked in and produced the arrest warrant.
"Mayor Jiang, please come with us." The leader gestured with his eyes, and the police officers next to him immediately stepped forward.
Old Madam Jiang was the first to come to her senses and immediately stepped forward to stop them, asking, "Which department are you from? How dare you barge into the Jiang family and arrest people?"
"We would appreciate your cooperation, Madam Chiang."
Mayor Jiang's eyes were filled with panic. When he looked at his father, he saw that his father was equally bewildered, and his heart sank to the bottom.
In Fukushi, he only made one move; there's no way he could have been caught...
Madam Jiang suddenly felt dizzy and fainted.
Within five minutes, the yard was in chaos, with children's cries echoing through the air.
"Old man, you must save the child's father..."
Mayor Jiang's wife hugged her son tightly, trembling all over.
A cold wind swept in, seemingly penetrating to the very bones of the Jiang family, the chill spreading...
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