"Never mind all that, we'll take whatever we can from him."
President Li shared the same idea. He decided to put the past aside and focus on making money first. After sitting down and introducing the people at the table to Lu Feng, he asked, "President Lu, are you planning to open another factory here?"
“Yes, our development speed is relatively fast, and we expect sales to surge this year. Therefore, building a large factory that can meet the growth expectations for the next ten years is urgent.” Lu Feng said to everyone present, “I still hope everyone can help us out, after all, we are not very familiar with this area.”
Lu Feng knew that, given the current social environment, even if he reached an agreement with the municipal government, he would still need to appease various powerful figures in order to maintain production and operations.
Some people are not good at accomplishing anything, but they are absolutely incapable of causing trouble.
"Mr. Lu, you're too kind. With a boss as high as you, we should be relying on you."
"We still hope that President Lu can treat everyone to meat and drinks."
As the cold dishes began to be served, everyone's glasses were already filled with baijiu (Chinese liquor). President Li spoke up, "I heard from President Su that you're planning to build a large factory covering tens of thousands of acres?"
"Yes, if we're going to do it, let's make it big."
"Oh dear, it's not easy now. If you want to manage a few hundred acres, that's fine, but tens of thousands of acres is not an option right now," said General Manager Li with a worried expression. "The policies have tightened this year."
"When I called earlier, Mr. Li, you said there was still a chance," Su Yourong said, sounding puzzled.
“There is an opportunity, but the problem is… right, you understand?” President Li coughed and said, “Land is limited. Over the years, so much has been built on it. Tens of thousands of acres are not industrial sites, so it’s hard to find. No matter how capable you are, even if you submit your application, they won’t dare to approve it.”
Lu Feng nodded, understanding his meaning. They hadn't even done anything yet, and he was already implying he had to make offerings.
“I didn’t come here unprepared. I called the investment promotion office here before I came, and they said there would be no problem.” Lu Feng simply laid it all out.
"It's useless. Those people in the investment promotion office don't have the final say." A middle-aged man across from him said, "In this environment, what does the investment promotion office amount to? Do you think they'll promise you 10,000 mu of land?"
“That’s right!” Lu Feng said.
"Don't believe it, it's all nonsense. Before the New Year, I was helping a boss with some arrangements. He wanted 8,000 acres to build a large factory. At first, everything was going well, but then suddenly it fell through. This year is a special case." The man said to Lu Feng in a serious tone, "Do you know Tianluo Group in Shandong? That's a big industry too."
Whether these words were true or not, they certainly intimidated Lu Feng and Su Yourong.
"Is it that difficult?" Su Yourong looked at President Li and said, "President Li, we're old friends, so just tell us the specifics. We don't know much about this area. Even if we want to spend money, we don't know who to spend it on."
"It's not easy. The old model has been completely blocked this year. What General Manager Liu said earlier is indeed true. Everyone is busy bringing in foreign companies now; that's the focus of our work going forward. I've been making some connections lately, and I've had some success." General Manager Li smiled mysteriously and said, "Let's eat first, and talk while we eat. Has that comedian arrived?"
We've arrived!
"Hurry up and make arrangements, the guests have already arrived," President Li said hurriedly.
Lu Feng wasn't sure about the local situation either, and said, "Whether it has anything to do with who I called or not, I contacted them through the Shenzhen municipal government."
“No one can help you!” said the man sitting next to President Li. “Even if you go to the leaders of the listed company, it won’t work. This is a policy difficulty. No matter who you are, whether you are a state-owned enterprise or a private enterprise, it won’t work.”
Upon hearing this, Lu Feng's expression darkened. He decided to make a phone call to inquire, saying, "I'll make a call first. Excuse me, I'll be right back."
"It's alright, Mr. Li. Let me toast you. It's been a long time since we last met." Su Yourong raised her glass and politely greeted Mr. Li.
"You're a big shot who's back from Hong Kong now!"
The dinner table was still bustling with activity. Lu Feng stood up and walked outside. As soon as he stepped outside, he saw several people hurrying towards him, muttering that they were late.
Both of them were walking in a hurry when suddenly a short man bumped into Lu Feng. Without even looking at him, the man hurriedly said, "I'm sorry, I'm so sorry!"
Before Lu Feng could speak, he glanced at him and subconsciously said, "Little Fatty?"
The chubby little man turned around and glanced at Lu Feng, as if to say, "This guy is so rude," before turning back and jogging after him.
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