Chapter 294 Pulling the Line
This foreign friend was very excited and told Jiang Yu everything about himself.
He didn't talk much about the product, but he told Jiang Yu which countries he had been to.
Through communication, Jiang Yu learned that his name was Eric.
He had family support, no job, and his dream was to travel around the world, taking a camera with him to take pictures everywhere.
In his bag, there were always photos he took, which opened up a new world for Jiang Yu.
She never knew that life could be like this.
Like a duckweed drifting with the flow, wandering around, free and unrestrained.
He didn't need to worry about firewood, rice, oil and salt, he could go when he wanted to, and stay when he wanted to.
In Eric's photos, there were mountains and rivers, the vast ocean, sunrises and sunsets, and bustling urban skyscrapers.
These were all things Jiang Yu had never seen in North City.
In the past, she thought North City was so big, and it was so far from the National Cotton Factory to West City.
Now she knows that North City is very small.
"I have never seen such a prosperous city, with so many tall buildings."
Eric smiled and said, "You are hardworking and brave. In time, your country will be more prosperous. It's just a matter of time."
Jiang Yu nodded firmly, "I never doubted this."
After chatting for a while, Jiang Yu got back to the point and led the topic to the products of the second factory.
Wu Jinshun found his voice with difficulty: "Deputy Section Chief Lan, did you know that Jiang Yu could speak foreign languages before?"
Lan Raoping came back to her senses, "I don't know, this is the first time I found out."
And although Jiang Yu's level was a bit bumpy, it was obviously much higher than Zhou Xue's.
Zhou Xue was also not at peace at this time.
She originally wanted to take advantage of this trade fair to let the factory leaders invite her back to work in the factory.
As long as her performance is good enough, she can rely on her to complete this trade fair, there is no reason not to let her go back.
However, Jiang Yu showed up halfway and overshadowed her completely.
Zhou Xue couldn't believe it and hated her in her heart.
"Jiang Yu is so amazing, she even speaks foreign languages!"
"She is so low-key, if it were me, I would have been unable to resist showing off."
"Otherwise, how could she be valued by the leaders in such a short time."
"Tsk tsk, look at Zhou Xue's face, it's like the bottom of a pot."
"Stop talking, be careful she will be unhappy."
"If she's unhappy, then she's not an employee in our factory. What's there to brag about?"
Jiang Yu and Eric chatted for a while before they heard Lan Raoping ask, "Jiang Yu, is this gentleman interested in our factory's products?"
Jiang Yu shook his head, "He just heard of the reputation of our North City Textile Base and wanted to come over to learn more about it. He's also been to the steel factory before and is very curious about our National Cotton Factory."
Zhou Xue sneered, "So you talked to him for so long, and all you said was nonsense?"
Jiang Yu lowered his eyes and looked over, "What do you mean by nonsense? He is a foreign friend and he took the initiative to say hello. Can we ignore him?"
"Then don't forget that today is a trade fair, not a place for you to chat." Zhou Xue reminded coldly.
"How about you come?" Jiang Yu offered his seat.
Zhou Xue was furious, "I mean, if he doesn't place an order, there's no need to waste time talking to him."
Jiang Yu retracted his gaze and spoke a few words to Eric. He heard him say that he could introduce a few customers to him.
Then he took Jiang Yu to meet friends.
With Eric as the middleman, Jiang Yu didn't need to spend much effort to achieve cooperation.
These few orders of business directly maxed out the performance and became the best-performing trade fair in recent years.
Lan Raoping was stunned. What kind of luck is Jiang Yu.
She also underestimated Eric's enthusiasm.
He also acted as a bridge for the National Cotton Mill and introduced them to foreign manufacturers of combing machines.
In terms of machinery, foreign technology is more mature. The combing machine introduced from abroad can spin higher count combed yarn.
While improving quality, it can also increase production.
Lan Raoping finally lost her composure and excitedly grabbed Jiang Yu's hand.
"Our factory said a few years ago that it would introduce combing machines, but we couldn't find a source of supply. You have solved a big problem for our factory! If the cooperation can be successful, the factory will definitely not forget your contribution!"
Jiang Yu was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, "He can only lead us, and the specific details have to be discussed by our factory ourselves. But Eric has a big face and said he can get us a discount."
"That's enough!" Lan Raoping said excitedly.
Eric and Jiang Yu had a good conversation and specifically asked about her treatment in the second factory.
Jiang Yu was very surprised to hear about the salary.
But after a moment's thought, most of the wages here are at this level, which is understandable.
"I want to hire you as my tour guide and take me around North City. How about one hundred yuan a day?"
Jiang Yu couldn't make up her mind, after all, she still had to go to work.
She told Lan Raoping about this, and Lan Raoping agreed.
"I'm in charge. Eric is now a distinguished guest of our factory. We have to treat him well. You take him around and let him experience the customs and practices of our North City. You don't need to report how much he paid you, because it's your labor income."
With this, Jiang Yu nodded and agreed.
Eric lived in the Friendship Hotel. Lan Raoping originally wanted to arrange for someone to send him off, but he refused.
Lan Raoping turned around and asked Wu Jinshun to pack up, and said with a smile: "I'll take you to Dongkelai for lunch, I'll treat you!"
She was really happy today, Jiang Yu gave her such a big surprise.
Especially since she was a member of the publicity department of the second factory, Lan Raoping was simply honored.
Zhou Xue's face was as dark as the bottom of a pot. Everyone else was happy to go to Dongkelai, but she left with a cold face, without even saying hello.
"What's Zhou Xue doing? Isn't she going to eat?"
"Why would she be in such a mood? Can't you see she's unhappy?"
"She wanted to be in the limelight, but was snatched away by Jiang Yu. Of course she's unhappy."
"Will she come this afternoon?"
Jiang Yu didn't care whether Zhou Xue came or not. After being busy all morning, her stomach had already started to feel hungry.
After dinner, Lan Raoping gave her a few instructions and told her not to come to the trade fair in the afternoon, but to go out with Eric.
Jiang Yu felt that she had to go home first and tell He Tingyue the good news.
Thinking that Eric was not in a hurry, she went home after coming out of Dongkelai.
Jiang Yu spoke in such a calm tone that He Feiyan thought she was just chatting casually at first.
After listening carefully, she realized that Jiang Yu was so capable!
"So sister-in-law, in just one morning, you have facilitated four cooperations and introduced a combing machine with more advanced technology to the factory?"
He Feiyan was stunned. Was her sister-in-law too amazing?
Is this a task that ordinary people can accomplish?
"It's just good luck. I didn't expect it at first."
He Tingyue was delighted and proud in his heart.
Such an excellent Jiang Yu is his daughter-in-law.
"When luck comes, you have to have the strength to seize it. You are really great."
Jiang Yu's cheeks were slightly red, and her eyes were shining.
"I have promised Eric to accompany him to visit North City. He paid me labor fees, saying it is 100 yuan a day."
"Wow!" He Feiyan exclaimed: "This is more than the monthly salary of ordinary people."
Jiang Yu straightened his chest and tapped her head.
"So you don't have to rush out to work, take your time, your sister-in-law can support you."
"Wuwuwu, sister-in-law is so nice." He Feiyan hugged her arm and rubbed it coquettishly.