At Brothers Supermarket Store No. 5, on the fifth floor in the president's office, waiters are busy pouring tea for customers.
Wang Peng sat between the two district party committee leaders and had a cordial conversation with Hu Yong, the district party committee director.
Hu Yong offered a deal: as long as Wang Peng managed to persuade the British Elevator Factory to build a factory in the provincial capital and attract foreign investment to the provincial capital, he would receive various policy support.
This means that Brothers Supermarket has taken away support from Brilliant Supermarket, which will accelerate Brilliant's demise.
Wang Peng smiled and said, "Director Hu, are you sure the elevator will be a huge success in the country?"
“I’m sure,” Hu Yong said. “I’ve already experienced the convenience of elevators today. Not to mention commercial use, government departments also need these things.”
Wang Peng realized he had underestimated the heroes of the world; elevators were indeed very common in later generations. In a supermarket without an elevator, you'd be embarrassed to even talk to people.
Hu Yong said, "Buildings will get taller and taller in the future, and there will be a large market for vertical elevators."
"Xiaopeng, as long as you can bring me the elevator manufacturers from overseas, everything will be fine," Hu Yong added.
After careful consideration, Wang Peng felt that persuading the British Elevator Factory to invest in him might not be too easy, but it wouldn't be too difficult either.
If it really can't be handled, then ask Li Mengjiao for help, build a factory in England, and then invest in China.
“Okay, I’ll do my best,” Wang Peng nodded in agreement.
"Great!" Hu Yong immediately beamed and patted Wang Peng's shoulder hard. "Xiao Peng, as long as you get this done, I'll remember your kindness."
Relieved by this promise, Wang Peng was somewhat at ease. The two then discussed the details in the conference room.
The district committee wanted credit for attracting investment, while Wang Peng wanted to seize policy benefits from Huihuang Supermarket, thereby accelerating its demise. The two sides hit it off immediately.
After discussing elevators, Hu Yong suddenly changed the subject: "Xiao Peng, let's have Mr. Li from James Bond look into building a factory in our Brilliant District."
“Okay, I’ll talk to Ms. Li. She should be interested,” Wang Peng said without hesitation.
"Great!" Hu Yong was overjoyed and gripped Wang Peng's hand tightly. "Let's have dinner together tonight and have a good chat."
Wang Peng nodded: "I'll make the arrangements for tonight. How about Xinglan Hotel?"
“No, I have to make the arrangements,” Hu Yong said with a smile. “Xiao Peng, wait for my call.”
Both sides were delighted and chatted for another half hour before Hu Yong and his team took their leave. Wang Peng saw them off downstairs.
When we went downstairs, everyone was stunned. The Brothers Supermarket was already overloaded; as far as the eye could see, it was a sea of heads.
"Wow!" Hu Yong couldn't help but exclaim. "Xiao Peng, it seems your Brother Supermarket has won people's hearts, and the masses recognize your brand."
His secretary quickly chimed in, "Boss Wang, Brother Supermarket is a top brand in our provincial capital."
"Not at all, you flatter me," Wang Peng quickly said modestly, and immediately led them out of the house through the back door.
After seeing the leaders off, Wang Peng returned to the supermarket, accompanied by Hu Mingyue and Du Lei.
"Brother Lei, is what Hu Yong said reliable?" Wang Peng asked.
“I think it’s a good idea,” Du Lei replied. “He wants to improve his performance, and we want preferential policies. It’s a win-win situation for both of us.”
Wang Peng looked at Hu Mingyue, who said, "Brother Lei is right, we can cooperate with them without worry, but..."
Hu Mingyue frowned and whispered, "James Bond and England may encounter many thorny problems when they build factories in the Brilliant District."
Wang Peng nodded. James Bond had a factory in the college district that specialized in producing various family planning products.
As for whether the production capacity is insufficient and whether it is necessary to open a branch factory in Huihuang District, this needs to be consulted with Li Mengjiao.
The most troublesome party is the British elevator manufacturer. The cooperation between the two parties only involves this one elevator set, making negotiations very difficult.
Wang Peng said, "I'll discuss this with Mingzhu and Mengjiao first, and then we'll talk about it later."
At this point, Wang Peng returned to his office and felt utterly exhausted.
"Brother, are you tired?" Hu Mingyue walked behind the chair and massaged his shoulders with both hands.
Wang Peng closed his eyes and enjoyed the shoulder massage, feeling completely relaxed.
He slowly began, “Mingyue, Mom called me again yesterday, telling me to persuade you to find a boyfriend and get married soon.”
"So annoying!" Hu Mingyue rolled her eyes. "I'm planning to stay single for the rest of my life and live freely on my own."
"Stop joking around, you'll make her sick," Wang Peng said with a smile. "Don't say things out of anger. Tell me, what are you really thinking?"
"I don't want to say anything. Brother, if you keep pushing me, I'll kill myself," Hu Mingyue said in a deep voice.
Wang Peng was startled and quickly sat up from his chair, looking at Hu Mingyue's resolute expression.
After a long while, he sighed softly, "Alright, let's not talk about this anymore."
"That's more like it." Hu Mingyue helped him lie down on the chair and continued to massage his head.
The phone on her desk rang. Hu Mingyue answered it, said a few words, and then hung up.
"Brother, Zhao Laixi, Qian Shun, and Wang Cheng are here, strolling around downstairs."
After Hu Mingyue finished speaking, she turned on the television. The television was connected to a surveillance camera, and soon Wang Peng saw them on the screen.
All three of them were wearing masks, covering most of their faces, but Wang Peng still recognized them at a glance.
Hu Mingyue chuckled and pointed at the TV screen, saying, "Brother Peng, look at their brows, they're all furrowed up."
As she spoke, she couldn't help but laugh out loud.
Wang Peng laughed too: "With our business so booming, they must be so worried they can't sleep."
Hu Mingyue nodded repeatedly: "Brother, should we invite them over for tea?"
At this moment, Wang Peng saw in the surveillance footage that Wang Cheng and the other two were standing at the elevator entrance, observing the elevator going up and down.
Hu Mingyue said, "The British engineers are installing elevators at the Brilliant No. 5 store, and it will be completed in seven days."
Wang Peng nodded and said with a smile, "Send someone to Huihuang Store to check on their business."
"I already sent someone to inquire about it." Hu Mingyue took out her phone to make a call and turned on speakerphone.
The call connected quickly, and Hu Mingyue asked, "Xiaohua, how's the situation over there?"
"Mr. Hu, there are very few people here, the customer flow is only half of what it used to be... at most half." A woman's voice came from the phone.
"Okay. You can continue having fun there. Call me if you need anything."
Hu Mingyue hung up the phone and said with a smile, "Congratulations, Brother Peng, Brilliant Store No. 5 has officially entered the slow death stage."
"Don't be too happy yet. They certainly won't just sit and wait to be killed." Wang Peng frowned slightly. "Mingyue, how will they retaliate against us?"
When this topic came up, Hu Mingyue immediately became serious. She sat down next to Wang Peng and began to think deeply.
After a long pause, she said softly, "I think they'll probably use official channels, like the industry and commerce bureau, the fire department, the health department, and so on..."
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
