Director Zhang

Biodata

Background / History

Zhang Ou previously worked with Zhang Ming, Zhang Yi's father, and learned CNC machine technology from him. He ultimately gave up learning it because of limited talent. By the time Zhang Yi begins expanding Seven Color Stone Mechanical Factory, Zhang Ou is serving as the Development Zone Director. 15

At a county dinner, Zhang Ou recognizes Zhang Yi as Zhang Ming's son and compares their ambitions: Zhang Ming had remained focused on his small processing workshop, while Zhang Yi is preparing to expand the family factory. 15

Story Role

Zhang Ou attends Seven Color Stone Mechanical Factory's opening alongside other Development Zone and county officials. 31

When Zhang Yi seeks land to construct a larger factory in the Development Zone, Zhang Ou acknowledges that Seven Color Stone's rapid growth had made further expansion inevitable. He asks Zhang Yi to specify the needed factory size so he can raise the matter with the county, noting that the decision exceeds his authority as Development Zone Director. 71

Relationships

• Zhang Yi — Development Zone official overseeing the area where Zhang Yi's factory expands; recognizes his business ambitions and handles the initial discussion of land for a new factory. 15 71
• Zhang Ming — Former colleague and CNC instructor; Zhang Ou remembers learning CNC technology from him but being unable to continue due to limited aptitude. 15
• Fang Jinming — Fellow county official present at the dinner where Zhang Yi learns of his father's past influence. 15