He Xiong hadn't slept all night, his mind full of stock warrants. Just after six in the morning, he couldn't wait to rush to the company.
The subscription certificates had been issued for a week, but sales had fallen far short of expectations. Initially, people lined up in long lines to buy them, but enthusiasm quickly cooled. Bank salesmen, seeking the 1% commission, even personally visited factories and businesses to promote the certificates, but with little success.
A few days ago, Deputy Manager Li Ming was sitting in his office, looking at the busy scene outside. He sighed and said, "Xiao He, the company hasn't sold much these days, has it?"
He Xiong felt bad, but he pulled himself together. "Yeah, Brother Li, let's think of a way. If we can't sell these subscription certificates, we'll lose all our bonuses."
"We've tried every possible method, and the government has intervened, but state-owned enterprises aren't buying much, and the workers are even more vocal in their opposition." Li Ming shook his head.
"Yesterday the bank withdrew all the remaining subscription certificates. If this continues, they will all be destroyed before the New Year."
He Xiong was silent for a while, then mustered up his courage:
"Brother Li, can you give me some information, such as the addresses of those bosses in Hai City who are involved in finance or do large-scale business?"
Hearing this, Li Ming curled up his lips into a cold smile: "You think too much. Those who wanted to buy it would have bought it long ago. If it's your turn, our manager will have to deliver it to them as soon as possible. But..."
He paused, his eyes sweeping over He Xiong, "You could try looking for those female restaurant owners, they might be interested."
"Hey, boss, please help me. What if I'm lucky enough to find one? If I can sell it, it will be thanks to you."
He quickly handed the coffee to the deputy manager.
Li Ming took a sip of coffee and nodded:
"Okay, if you're not giving up, go ahead and give it a try. As far as I know, the Chen family hasn't bought it yet. But I heard that the old man of the Chen family hasn't been in good health recently, and the whole family is taking care of him at home, not leaving the house. Besides, their family is in the financial industry overseas, so maybe they really didn't make a move this time, or maybe they didn't want others to see it."
He Xiong's eyes lit up: "Thank you, Brother Li! Then I'll go and prepare it now, maybe it will really work!"
Li Ming waved his hand: "Go ahead, but don't hold your hopes too high. After all, now..."
He Xiong smiled and patted his chest: "I know, I'll do my best!"
After saying that, he hurried out the door, secretly thinking about how to approach a wealthy family like the Chen family.
He Xiong, 34, is stuck in an awkward position. He'd managed to rise to team leader by currying favor with the deputy manager and using his quick wit, but his business cards still say he's a manager. When he's out in the world, his status is self-imposed. He understands that even the biggest names in finance disdain dealing with young Luo Luo.
In this way, on the third day of He Xiong waiting outside the Chen family's door, Chen Chen finally showed up.
He Xiong was overjoyed by the order for 10,000 pieces. No wonder his mother had been telling him since he was little. The fortune teller said he had good luck with a benefactor and that if he accepted the order, he would be on the rise. It seemed the Chen family was his benefactor. He had to do this job well and leave a good impression on the Chen family.
To show his sincerity, He Xiong bought an exquisite fruit basket and personally went to the warehouse to select two boxes of brand new subscription certificates, carefully wiping off the dust on the boxes. As soon as the deputy manager arrived at the company, He Xiong immediately reported the situation to him.
"Well done, kid! You really caught a big fish, actually getting this order from the Chen family!" The deputy manager showed an admiring expression. "I'll call and arrange for a company car to take you there."
"Thank you, leader, thank you, leader!" He Xiong thanked him repeatedly, feeling very excited.
At half past eight, He Xiong arrived at the Chen family's gate in the company's special car. He asked the driver to park the car aside and wait for twenty minutes before going in.
"Brother He, you're already here, why don't you just go in? Wouldn't it be a waste of time to come so early?" the driver asked in confusion.
"What do you know? Master Chen and I made an appointment at nine o'clock. Not only is being late a big taboo, but arriving too early will also seem too impatient and impolite. What if they just got up? Wouldn't that be disturbing? So we have to be careful about what we do." He Xiong explained.
At 8:50, He Xiong rang the doorbell. The housekeeper led them into the reception room, and soon after, Chen Chen, neatly dressed, appeared.
"Manager He, you are very punctual. Have you had your meal?" Chen Chen asked politely.
"Hello, Master Chen, thank you for your concern. We have all eaten. These are two boxes of unopened subscription certificates. We can open and count them in front of you now." He Xiong said respectfully.
"Okay, Aunt Wu, take down my black suitcase." Chen Chen ordered.
Wu Ma quickly brought the black suitcase and prepared some refreshments. After He Xiong and his colleagues finished counting,
"Young Master Chen, the inventory is correct and everything meets your requirements. Would it be convenient for you to meet with Mr. Chen to start the transaction?" He Xiong asked.
"No need. My grandfather is not available today. The money is already here. If there are no other questions, I still have some things to take care of, so I'll excuse myself first." Chen Chen said.
He Xiong quickly counted and sorted the cash and put it into a bag prepared in advance.
"Thank you, Master Chen. Everything is fine. We'll take our leave now. Feel free to contact me if you need anything." He Xiong said gratefully.
After the two left, Chen Chen's back finally relaxed and he breathed a long sigh of relief.
"Acting is really not easy. I don't know if I showed the kind of momentum Wen Juan mentioned just now. Forget it, I already have the subscription certificate anyway, so I can go to her to report it."
Boom boom boom-
Xu Mengyao opened the door and saw Chen Chen standing there with a smile on his face.
"You look so happy, is it done?" she joked with a smile.
Chen Chen nodded. "Yes, the subscription certificate is already in my room. When should I bring it to you?"
"Is your room safe? Will your family take it away directly?" Xu Mengyao asked worriedly.
"No, they all respect me very much. They always knock on the door before entering, and I usually clean my room myself," Chen Chen explained.
"Then keep them with you. You have to take good care of them. I still have nearly 10,000 of them, and it's all thanks to Xiaomei and the other girl who took them back. I'm going to Beijing directly the day after tomorrow. Is it okay for me to keep them with you until the summer vacation? I'll come to you then." Xu Mengyao asked for his opinion.
"Okay, I will keep it for you and wait for you to come back during the summer vacation." Chen Chen said with a smile.
"Then come shopping with me. I need to buy gifts for my relatives in Beijing. Xiaomei and the others need to help cook for Grandma Qi. Oh, and Grandma Qi invited you to dinner tomorrow for the Little New Year. She said that Haishi doesn't celebrate the Little New Year, so you should have time."
"Yes, Haishi doesn't celebrate the Little New Year. Last year, I didn't even get to eat dumplings because I was afraid of freezing my ears." Chen Chen smiled shyly.
"Then you'll eat as much as you want tomorrow. Go and help me carry my bag today."
Xu Mengyao smiled and patted Chen Chen's arm, and the two of them went to Nanjing Road to shop, chatting and laughing.
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