Asking Out

Chapter 32: Asking Him Out

Song Xiyun frowned, a look of confusion and bewilderment on his face. He muttered to himself, "A business trip?"

He really couldn't understand why Lin Chenran suddenly wanted to go on a business trip.

"Where to?" Song Xiyun pressed, hoping to get an answer from Lin Chenran.

Lin Chenran calmly replied, "Bear Country!!!"

Song Xiyun's eyes widened. He looked at Lin Chenran in disbelief, then exclaimed in surprise, "Chenran, are you really going to Bear Country to import the 760 horsepower four-stroke V12 V-46 diesel engine?"

Lin Chenran nodded in response.

Song Xiyun continued, "Shouldn't this project be handled at the national level?" He voiced his doubts.

Generally, such large-scale projects were handled by the state, which would then negotiate and finalize the details before moving to the implementation phase.

Yet now, Lin Chenran intended to personally travel to Bear Country's Ural Locomotive and Rolling Stock Plant Design Bureau to discuss cooperation regarding the 760 horsepower four-stroke V12 V-46 diesel engine.

So bold, whose subordinate is he!

In Song Xiyun's opinion, the chances of success were slim to none.

After all, Lin Chenran had never been to Bear Country before.

How could he possibly connect with the Ural Locomotive and Rolling Stock Plant Design Bureau, and then negotiate the technology for the 760 horsepower four-stroke V12 V-46 diesel engine and the introduction of the relevant production line?

He managed all the affairs of the 077 Machinery Military Factory.

Lin Chenran wore a mysterious smile and lowered his voice, saying, "Hehe! I naturally have my ways."

"Even if we don't end up importing the 760 horsepower four-stroke V12 V-46 diesel engine, I believe there will be other gains."

His eyes flickered with a cunning glint, as if hiding some unknown secret.

Song Xiyun couldn't help but press further with curiosity. Lin Chenran explained triumphantly, "Actually, this trip to Mao Xiong Country, the 760 horsepower four-stroke V12 V-46 diesel engine and its related technology and production lines are secondary."

"My real goal is to be an 'International Speculator' and open up a brand new source of income for our 077 Machinery Military Factory."

Since the Yan Country military was only procuring the Second Generation Main Battle Tanks from the 077 Machinery Military Factory in small quantities, there was no urgent need for the technology related to the 760 horsepower four-stroke V12 V-46 diesel engine and its production line.

Song Xiyun's expression turned astonished upon hearing this.

He had never imagined that Lin Chenran had such a plan.

Lin Chenran confidently stated that this "speculator" path would not only help the 077 Machinery Military Factory quickly accumulate initial capital but also allow them to profit from the future "decline" of Bear Country.

"The path of an 'International Speculator'?"

Song Xiyun's eyes widened, and he asked with confusion.

He was not unfamiliar with the term "speculator"; usually, these speculators operated domestically.

They would take new products from one province and sell them in other provinces.

This time, Lin Chenran actually wanted to try being an "International Speculator" to open up a new financial avenue for the 077 Machinery Military Factory.

Song Xiyun was initially surprised, but after a moment's thought, he realized that being an "International Speculator" had potential.

After all, Lin Chenran had a powerful background, making it easy to obtain domestic approval documents.

Once Lin Chenran successfully helped the 077 Machinery Military Factory embark on the "International Speculator" path.

The factory's profitability would significantly increase.

"I plan to transport a batch of daily necessities, clothing, and other light industrial goods to sell in Bear Country."

"Especially high-proof liquor, which is particularly popular in Bear Country."

Bear Country had always focused on developing heavy industry while neglecting light industry.

This resulted in their light industry being severely underdeveloped.

Many light industrial products needed to be imported.

This caused a severe shortage of light industrial products within Bear Country.

Shipping a batch of light industrial products to Bear Country at this time would directly lead to immense profits.

"Thick clothing? High-proof liquor?"

Song Xiyun fell into thought.

"Uh!"

"Chenran, I heard that the city's Second Textile Factory is unable to pay its workers' wages, and its warehouses are piled high with thick clothes, scarves, and trousers. The entire factory is currently shut down."

After a moment of thought, Song Xiyun provided useful information.

Lin Chenran's eyes lit up upon hearing this: "Really?"

"That's wonderful! These are exactly the supplies we need. If we can buy them and transport them to Bear Country, we'll definitely make a fortune."

Following this, the wave of reform and opening up "struck," and the city's Second Textile Factory was among the first to actively respond and undergo transformation.

The previous director of the Second Textile Factory, in an effort to cater to the market, had massively introduced textile production lines and increased production.

They had originally thought they could capture a share of the vast textile market.

The result was suppression by the advanced textile technology of an external factory and a double blow from products that did not meet consumer aesthetic demands, causing the Second Textile Factory's products to become unsellable.

At this time, the previous director of the Second Textile Factory was exposed for corruption and sent to prison. Because the amount involved was considerable, it was rumored he was preparing to eat "yellow rice" (a euphemism for being imprisoned).

Due to a shortage of funds, the warehouse was piled high with various clothes, pants, and sweaters, causing the Second Textile Factory to come to a complete halt.

How to deal with the mountain of goods became the main task for the newly appointed director of the Second Textile Factory.

Otherwise, his position would be replaced.

Superior Leader: If you don't have the ability, don't sit in this position. I'll find someone who does.

Lin Chenran slowly asked, "Do you know who the current director of the Second Textile Factory is?"

"Can you help me contact him and see if we can negotiate this deal."

Song Xiyun nodded and said, "Of course, no problem. I'll contact him for you as soon as possible."

"Chenran, you should also be prepared. It might cost a lot of money to buy those supplies."

Lin Chenran smiled confidently, "Don't worry, as long as the price is reasonable, I'm confident I can secure this batch of goods."

Then Lin Chenran said cheerfully, "Right now, the other party is probably more anxious than we are."

"Also, I'll give them a 30% deposit first. After I return from Mao Xiong Country, I'll give them the remaining funds."

As expected, when it came to scheming, Lin Chenran was in a league of his own.

Using the Second Textile Factory as a "chicken" to "lay eggs" for himself.

And only bearing a very small portion of the risk.

His methods were truly brilliant!

After a few more collaborations, Lin Chenran could easily control them.

The Second Textile Factory would also not easily give up such cooperation.

Song Xiyun listened to Lin Chenran's plan, his face full of smiles, and he gave a thumbs-up in strong approval.

The next day, Song Xiyun contacted the director of the Second Textile Factory and invited him to a meal.

Second Textile Factory Director: ?