Chapter 35
"Engineer Li, what's so special about that technology company in Shenzhen? Isn't it a bit too far for us to go?"
After the flight took off, Engineer Li prepared to close his eyes and rest. Because he was a man of few words and thought he had nothing in common with the second-generation rich man Zheng Juyong, so on this mission, Engineer Li just regarded himself as carrying a human pendant with him and had no intention of working closely with him. He just hoped that he would not cause trouble for him and would be thankful.
Zheng Juyong suddenly became concerned about serious matters, and Engineer Li didn't intend to explain further. "I did mention a few nearby resources, but General Manager Zheng believes that since we have decided to reform, we should boldly try the latest technology. Even if it costs a little more, it will solve the problem once and for all."
Mr. Li’s meaning was very simple: This is the boss’s decision, so don’t make things more complicated.
Zheng Juyong seemed confused and continued to ask, "Is Shenzhen Fenghua's technology very new? How is it different from technology companies in Beijing and Shanghai?"
Engineer Li had witnessed the way he'd caused a scene at dinner with his celebrity girlfriend the previous night, so he couldn't believe he was truly reliable, nor did he believe he truly cared about technology. However, due to his status as CEO, he pulled out a document from Shenzhen Fenghua Technology Company and handed it to him. "Fine desulfurization technology is still in its pioneering stages in China. As long as the technology is advanced enough, it's necessary to go further than what's nearby."
Still dealing with his previous question. As for technology, just telling him that it is advanced is enough!
"Oh, this is the introduction document for Shenzhen Fenghua, right? I've already read it." Zheng Juyong flipped through a few pages, confirmed it was the same document, and returned it to Engineer Li. "I just think that implementing technology that hasn't been proven in practice would be risky. Especially since it's so far away from the technical team, there might be a lot of inconvenience in the future. My dad's a little overwhelmed now. But from a technical point of view, Engineer Li, do you think it's necessary for us at Xicheng Steel to take such a big step?"
Engineer Li's fears have come true. The plane hasn't even landed in Shenzhen, and he's already causing trouble! He's just an external technical aid technician. There are things he can and can't say! Engineer Li said vaguely, "Technically, I'll do my best to cooperate and communicate. The district government also encourages and supports key industries to achieve A-level environmental performance."
"It's encouragement, but also pressure." Zheng Juyong had this insight, and he said it directly to Engineer Li without any hesitation, which made Engineer Li have a slightly different opinion of him.
Engineer Li said cautiously, "Nanfang Steel has also been actively pursuing this project recently. Given Shenzhen Fenghua's existing talent pool, they're inclined to partner with Nanfang Steel nearby. So, Mr. Zheng is certainly under a lot of pressure lately."
Zheng Juyong nodded, stopped disturbing Engineer Li's rest, and turned to look out the porthole.
The current Xicheng Steel Mill is perhaps like an old plane soaring high above the clouds. Zheng Dongfang, anxious to hand over his shift, slammed the accelerator and soared into the sky, completely ignoring the risks involved. Like a veteran pilot, watching the plane plummet through the clouds, the only thing he can do is to fight tooth and nail to get it airborne again, hoping for a chance of survival.
When we got off the plane, two employees, one male and one female, from Shenzhen Fenghua Technology Company came to greet us enthusiastically at the exit, holding up a sign.
"Thank you for your hard work. Thank you Mr. Chen for your thoughtful arrangements." As the middleman, Mr. Li took the initiative to thank the two employees.
The two people on the other side were both locals, speaking Mandarin with a Cantonese accent. After a polite introduction, they got into a business car.
Zheng Juyong asked Mr. Li, who was sitting in the back row, "Should we go directly to their company today, or go to the hotel first?"
Engineer Li replied, "Engineer Chen asked them to take us to the hotel first. He said they would come directly to the hotel to discuss things with us."
Zheng Juyong frowned: "Talk in the hotel?"
Engineer Li explained quietly, "This is unavoidable. Engineer Chen is the lead on this Fenghua project, and Southern Steel has already secured the company's rights. It's inconvenient for him to meet us publicly at this time. He only agreed to meet with us privately because of our university classmate. Whether this matter can be resolved depends on whether we can convince him first."
When it comes to implementing new technologies, Fenghua's choice to partner with nearby Southern Steel is naturally more likely to be successful. This is not only of great significance to the engineering R&D personnel, but also has enormous market significance for the company's development. However, if Fenghua had partnered with Xicheng Steel, the road ahead would have been long and arduous, and the implementation would have been far more challenging. Furthermore, the technical team would have required at least three months of on-site deployment, which would have been a significant cost and a significant burden on both parties.
These two fine desulfurization systems are not something you can just throw money at. The task was arduous, and since it was the opponent's home court, Zheng Juyong had no choice but to compromise and obey the opponent's arrangements.
But as the car drove farther and farther, the scenery outside the window gradually changed from the suburbs of the city to the far suburbs, and then to the seaside. The road became more and more winding, and the environment became more and more outrageous.
Zheng Juyong couldn't sit still any longer. "Mr. Li, we've been driving for over an hour... What hotel did they book? Why is it so far away?"
Engineer Li smiled, leaned over to ask the two people in the front row, then turned back and told him, "Engineer Chen heard that you, Mr. Zheng, were coming in person, so he specially arranged for you to stay at the Sheraton Dameisha Hotel, saying they couldn't neglect you. I was here once several years ago, and Dameisha is truly beautiful."
Zheng Juyong felt that this was putting the cart before the horse. "But I'm here to discuss cooperation, not to go on vacation. We live so far away, wouldn't it take Engineer Chen a long time to get there from his company?"
Engineer Li thought to himself: Engineer Chen had asked me about Mr. Zheng's character beforehand, so I quickly asked the workers at the Xicheng Steel Plant about his reputation. Everyone said Mr. Zheng had never suffered hardship and was in excellent health. Combined with what I had witnessed last night at the Zheng family villa with the actress, I told Engineer Chen the truth. The deal might not go through, but righteousness must prevail. Isn't Engineer Chen planning to move us to a resort like Dameisha? And I'm afraid even a five-star hotel wouldn't be enough for Mr. Zheng!
"Mr. Chen must have his reasons for making such an arrangement. Just think of it as working while on vacation, haha." Mr. Li still dealt with him perfunctorily.
The female employee in front also turned around and said with a smile, "Mr. Zheng, this is your first time in Shenzhen. We can't let you come here for nothing. Of course we have to play the role of host!"
Apart from Zheng Dongfang and Guan Ying, I'm afraid no one else knows how much Zheng Juyong cares about this project and how rushed he is!
In the evening, after settling the distinguished guests, the two employees said goodbye and left. Before leaving, they specifically explained: During your stay, there is no need to save any money on food, drink, and entertainment. All expenses can be paid by the hotel, and someone will naturally come to settle the bill when you leave.
Zheng Juyong was still puzzled and asked Li Gong privately: "We were the ones who rushed to seek cooperation with them, so why are they so generous to us?"
Mr. Li calmly ordered two dishes from the hotel's seafood buffet. "Shenzhen people are very good at doing business. I'm also grateful to you, Mr. Zheng!"
That night, Mr. Chen did not show up. He only had a brief phone call with Mr. Li to ask if he had settled down. As for the meeting, they would have to wait until tomorrow.
The next day, when Mr. Li called Mr. Chen again, Mr. Chen said that there was an emergency that day and he had to work overtime to resolve it, and he was afraid he could not make it in time.
On the third day, Shenzhen was hit by heavy rain. In order to ensure his old classmate's driving safety, Mr. Li felt that he should not rush him.
On the fourth day, which was a Saturday, Mr. Li called Mr. Chen again, but the line was always busy.
Zheng Juyong had been patiently waiting for three days, but on the fourth day he couldn't wait any longer. "I understand there were some issues the other day, but today is Saturday and the weather is great. I don't think Engineer Chen is busy, he's just deliberately avoiding us."
Engineer Li also sensed something was amiss, but he remained skeptical. "The Engineer Chen I know isn't like that. If he'd been determined to reject us, he wouldn't have gone to so much trouble to beat around the bush."
Zheng Juyong made the final decision, "This won't work. If he doesn't come, we'll go find him! Mr. Li, let's cancel our hotel stay and stay near his company tonight."
There is only one week left, and there must be no mistakes in what she promised Qiao Qi. She is in the middle of recording the show at a fast pace, and it is absolutely impossible to ask Sister Ling to adjust Qiao Qi's schedule again.
"But there may not be anyone in their company on Saturday, and it may not be convenient to make public the fact that we are here to see him." Mr. Li was a little worried while packing his luggage.
"Then he also arranged two employees to pick us up in person. There are so many people and so many gossips, how can there be a wall that is impenetrable? Well, at worst, I can just wait outside his company. I don't believe that I won't be able to find him!" Zheng Juyong was quite ambitious.
The two hurried to the front desk to check out.
The front desk clerk glanced at the computer screen and called a colleague according to procedure. She only asked a few questions to the colleague on the phone: "Does the guest want to check out now? Actually, we can settle it together when the guest checks out...Oh, okay."
Then, the staff member smiled and asked Zheng and Li to go to the rest area and wait for a while.
"Mr. Li, look, there are people from Fenghua living here too. It's no secret that we're here." Zheng Juyong straightened his clothes, stood up, and looked around the front desk and the elevator, preparing to take the opportunity to ask the person who was checking out what Mr. Chen was planning to do.
Soon, a familiar figure in beachwear ran out from the staircase door. The man only glanced at the front desk and hurriedly looked around the hall. He happened to meet Zheng Juyong's eyes who was standing next to the green plants.
Unexpectedly, Zheng Juyong was also staring at him. The man instinctively dodged his gaze for a moment, but then tactfully stepped forward to greet him head-on with immense enthusiasm from afar: "Hey, Boss Zheng? What a coincidence, we bump into each other here again! What a coincidence! Are you here on vacation too?"
Li Gong asked curiously, "Mr. Zheng, you also know someone from Fenghua?"
Zheng Juyong shook his head: "He is from Southern Steel."
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