When I arrived at school the next day, I was still full of energy; it was another new day.
I didn't eat lunch. I pushed my bike to the school gate to meet up with Hao Dan and Shan Mianzhi. The three of us went to the newspaper office together.
"Hongmei, you haven't eaten, have you?" Shan Mianzhi and Zhang Hongmei rode their bicycles side by side.
"No, I ate too much this morning and I don't have an appetite now. I guess I'll be fine once everything is on track and I can let go of the rest."
Shan Mianzhi: What a huge grudge this is! "Shall I treat you to dinner?"
"No need, I'll be back in a bit, we'll go eat noodles with soybean paste. Hao Dan, have you eaten?"
"Vice Chairman, I haven't eaten. I'm too excited to eat."
"Alright, when we get back I'll treat you two to some Zha Jiang Mian (noodles with soybean paste). Young Master Shan, where can I find authentic Zha Jiang Mian?"
"I'll take you there."
The three arrived at the newspaper office, and to their surprise, the editor-in-chief personally received them. Hao Dan was so excited that she almost walked with a limp.
The four exchanged pleasantries. Then, Jiang Zhuoyu, the editor-in-chief of the People's Daily, smiled gently at Zhang Hongmei. Zhang Hongmei felt a little uneasy about his smile.
"Don't be nervous, Zhang. I just want to see what's so special about the person who can plan this project and has the courage to implement it?" The most important thing is that they are someone who has been given a call from above to fully cooperate.
"Hehe, what did Editor-in-Chief Jiang see?"
"I saw a very bright and talented young girl."
"Thank you for the compliment."
Shan Mianzhi handed over all the formalities and drafted contracts to Editor-in-Chief Jiang.
The three of them were just waiting for the approval process.
Jiang Zhuoyu carefully reviewed the contract and found that it was quite similar to the clauses drafted by the newspaper, making it fair and impartial.
"A contract is fine. But you have to sign our contract, Zhang, please take a look."
Zhang Hongmei took it, looked at it, and thought it was acceptable, so she handed it to Shan Mianzhi.
After reviewing the contract, Shan Mianzhi nodded to Zhang Hongmei, and the two reached a consensus that the contract could be signed.
"As you can see, the unit price is not filled in. Our newspaper received a notice from above to fully support you, so the price was set at 12 cents."
Zhang Hongmei was delighted; this time, each card was eight points less, which was no small amount.
"Thank you for your attention, leaders, and especially thank you for your support, Editor-in-Chief Jiang. I'll definitely need your help in the future."
"It's my duty. Now let's sign it and keep the draft. The newspaper will be ready by tomorrow morning. Don't worry, we'll find the best editors to do the printing."
"Thank you, Editor-in-Chief." Zhang Hongmei was the editor-in-chief of the learning newspaper and the person in charge of this project, so all she had to do was sign it.
After signing the contract, they went to the accounting office to pay the deposit. Only then did the three of them leave the newspaper office.
Zhang Hongmei checked the time. "Hao Dan, are you hungry?"
"Not hungry yet."
"Okay, let's go back to school, or we'll be late."
The two girls had already discussed it, so Shan Mianzhi had no objections. Therefore, Zhang Hongmei went back to school hungry.
Because she only had twenty minutes, Zhang Hongmei gave the sales contract for the building to Shan Mianzhi.
"Chairman, is there anything that needs to be added? Are there any loopholes?"
Shan Mianzhi was very pleased that the girl trusted him so much. After looking at it, he handed it to Zhang Hongmei. "This is very good, you can give them seventeen."
"We can't just eat meat; we have to let them have some soup too."
"Hehe, you're giving them too much profit."
"It's alright. Mutual benefit is the best approach, as it ensures long-term cooperation."
Since Zhang Hongmei is in full charge, Shan Mianzhi can only offer suggestions. Since she has already made a decision, and she won't take his opinions into account, that's just how it is.
“Then I’ll hand it over to Yu Hongxia and let her sign it. I already spoke with the building manager on Saturday, so I won’t go.”
Feeling tired again?
"I'm exhausted."
"Leave the transportation to me. Jingze and the others won't miss their train that day."
"If you have any difficulties, just go to the leader. I'm leaving it to you."
What about other peripheral markets?
"I plan to go to L City with Yang Yongxin this Saturday, as it's the closest city. If we have time, we'll also go to T City."
"I'll drive you there, but it's too tiring and dangerous for me to drive alone, so I need to find a driver."
"Your own car?"
"No, it belongs to an elder in the family. Don't worry, it's a private car."
"That's great! It'll allow us to pack more garments. The round-trip fare will be covered by this project, and I'll reimburse you when we get back. Also, you don't need to find a driver; I can drive."
"I didn't realize that. Shall we go on Friday night?"
“No, I have something to do on Friday night. Let’s meet at the school gate at seven on Saturday. But you need to pack the clothes in advance. Two hundred men’s clothes and as many women’s clothes as you can. I’ll have Liang Yongmin notify the garment factory in a bit.”
"Why don't the two of us go? We can pack more."
"That won't do. Neither of us is in sales. This trip is mainly to check out the situation outside so we have a better understanding of the situation."
After the two agreed on the terms, Zhang Hongmei found Yu Hongxia and handed her the contract she had signed, asking her to sign her name as well.
"I won't show my face. Since you're in charge, go for it."
"Don't worry, I guarantee I'll complete the mission."
"Hehe, I believe you."
Zhang Hongmei returned to the classroom just before class. She found Liang Yongmin and said, "Liang, go to the clothing factory tonight. I need two hundred men's clothes and one hundred women's clothes by Friday night. These are not included in the quantity to be delivered on Friday. You can take my bicycle there."
"Okay, I understand. Um, after this batch sells out, should we order another batch, or release a new product?"
"Let Wei Huaqiang handle this and see if there's anyone who's particularly good at drawing. We'll find someone to research the new product."
Wei Huaqiang suddenly appeared from the side and said, "I guarantee the mission will be completed."
"No rush, I want the best, preferably those with good drawing skills and sewing skills. Let them discuss it together, such a good thing should definitely be given to our class."
"Hehe, you're the class monitor."
“I know that if their artwork is adopted, they might receive a share of the profits. We will definitely not treat capable people unfairly.”
"Make sure to convey this clearly."
After school, those who had assignments went out, and Zhang Hongmei returned to Xinyuan. After thinking for a moment, she went to the post office.
This happened just as Huang Zhong was loading emails.
"Zhang Hongmei, is there something you need from me?"
"Um, Comrade Huang, when will you be coming next time?"
"Still Monday?"
"Then come find me on Monday. We've started a study newspaper and would like you to send it to the high school."
"No problem, I'll pass on a message to you."
"I'll write you a letter to take back to the high school principal."
Zhang Hongmei went into the post office, bought stationery and envelopes, wrote a letter to the principal, and handed it to Huang Zhong.
"Comrade Huang, please give this to the principal as soon as possible. If you have time, it would be best to get his reply so I know what to do next."
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