Since they are reborn, they must be supported by the school beauties.

Chapter 126 Sending Buddha to the West

Chen Cheng's words made Lu Zhixing feel a tightness in his scalp and back, and even his throat felt itchy.

So he quickly focused on Chen Cheng's face again, completely ignoring the fact that Chen Cheng was holding hands with his daughter.

He was horrified and wondered to himself: This... this call really went to Zhang Qishuo?

My goodness, does this kid have such a strong network of connections? He can even be on friendly terms with Zhang Qishuo?
Qin Xiaobo stared wide-eyed at Chen Cheng, even unconsciously bringing his ear closer.

He wanted to hear if anyone was actually speaking on the phone, and whether Chen Cheng was still putting on a show!
On the phone, Zhang Qishuo said with a smile, "Hello, Brother Chen, no need to bother you, I got up at eight o'clock."

Chen Cheng felt a little embarrassed that he had just had dinner with them a few days ago and was now calling them for help.

However, he knew that sincerity was the key to success, so he didn't beat around the bush and said directly, "Brother Zhang, I'm really sorry, but I have something I'd like to ask you for help with. I wonder if it would be convenient for you to listen?"

Chen Cheng knew that he was far inferior to Zhang Qishuo.

If you directly ask for my help with something, but don't know if I can help, that would be a bit presumptuous and wouldn't save face for yourself.

Therefore, he tried to be tactful and ask if it was convenient for the other person to listen.

If the other person is being polite, then you can continue speaking.

Zhang Qishuo laughed and said, "Why are you being so polite with me? Tell me, I'd like to hear it."

Chen Cheng then organized his thoughts and said, "This is quite a coincidence. I have an uncle, and I only found out today from talking to him that he actually has a business relationship with you, Brother Zhang."

Qin Xiaobo was stunned. Recalling his boast earlier, he thought that if Chen Cheng knew Zhang Qishuo, he would cut off his head and let him kick it like a ball. How was he going to handle this situation?

At this moment, Zhang Qishuo on the phone was indeed very surprised and asked Chen Cheng, "What a coincidence? Your uncle and I are cooperating?"

"correct."

Chen Cheng said, "My uncle lives in Fancheng. He also runs a coal business and supplies coal to the Fancheng Power Plant. His company is called Fanxi Trading. He has always purchased coal from your Yuanteng Group, Brother Zhang, and he deals with a manager named Qiu."

Zhang Qishuo said with a smile, "Oh, it's one of Xiao Qiu's clients! What a coincidence!"

Chen Cheng flattered, "Actually, it's not really a coincidence. It's mainly because your business is so big, Brother Zhang. I estimate that everyone in our province, or even the whole of Central China, who does coal business is probably your customer."

Flattery will get you everywhere, and Zhang Qishuo said with a smile, "Alright, brother, enough with the pleasantries. Let's get straight to the point. I'll definitely help if I can."

Zhang Qishuo also had his own set of reasons.

When Chen Cheng mentioned that his uncle was his client, he immediately understood that it must be related to business.

The sales teams under me only ask for my help with a few things.

Either lower the price, or pay later. What else can you ask for?
They can't expect me to order more, can they? These days, I'm the one who has to beg others to take more goods.

Therefore, if anyone suggests a third possibility, it's because Chen Cheng is out of his mind.

But in his view, Chen Cheng wasn't someone who couldn't figure things out.

Therefore, he also speculated that the favor Chen Cheng asked him to help with must have been something within his ability.

Seeing that he had laid the groundwork enough, Chen Cheng sighed and said, "Brother Zhang, I'm really embarrassed to ask you this, but my uncle is currently facing some difficulties, so I won't keep it from you anymore..."

Without waiting for Zhang Qishuo to respond, Chen Cheng said directly, "My uncle supplies coal to Fancheng Power Plant. They're having some trouble settling accounts; they currently owe him over 20 million yuan. But as you know, Brother Zhang, the power plant can hold off on payments, but they can't stop supplying coal. Another supplier has already given up and quit. My uncle really doesn't have any money on hand right now, and he's worried sick about it, even to a junior like me. So I took the liberty of calling you to see if Yuanteng Group could extend credit for a batch of coal for my uncle."

"To be honest with you, my uncle is now a client of our Yuanteng Group. If his business goes out of business and the new supplier doesn't choose Yuanteng's coal, it will be a loss for you to some extent. If you can help him, he will definitely be closely tied to your Yuanteng Group in the future."

"And don't worry, Brother Zhang, if you can get credit, as long as the power plant settles the accounts, my uncle will definitely settle all the payments immediately!"

When Chen Cheng said this, even the driver was almost afraid to breathe.

Lu Zhixing was so nervous that he felt dizzy, and Lu Youyou's palms were sweaty with nervousness.

As for Qin Xiaobo, he was completely terrified.

He was the person closest to Chen Cheng's left hand.

He leaned closer and could hear every word Zhang Qishuo said on the phone.

So he knew that Chen Cheng wasn't just showing off; he genuinely knew Zhang Qishuo! And Zhang Qishuo even affectionately called him "brother"!

Dude! Damn!
What kind of friend must someone be to earn a "brother" from such a big shot?!
Although Chen Cheng appeared calm at that moment, he was actually quite nervous inside.

Since he was a nobody and his words carried little weight, he couldn't guarantee that Zhang Qishuo would give him face. So he tried his best to be polite, humble, and rational in his speech, while also ensuring that he had a certain bottom line so as not to be looked down upon by Zhang Qishuo.

He wasn't sure if Zhang Qishuo would agree.

After all, since he had mentioned "credit," Zhang Qishuo had to consider the risks of fulfilling the contract. What if Lu Zhixing was unable to fulfill the contract for various reasons?
That could mean a significant loss for Zhang Qishuo.

Of course, in Chen Cheng's view, Zhang Qishuo's risk was not high. The possibility of the power plant going bankrupt was almost zero, Lu Zhixing's business was doing well, and he would continue to cooperate with Yuanteng Group. It was unlikely that he would get the money and then refuse to pay Yuanteng Group for the goods.

Moreover, Yuanteng Group is far stronger than him in every aspect, so Lu Zhixing wouldn't dare to cause any trouble with them.

So, ultimately, whether or not Zhang Qishuo is willing to help depends on his own decision.

Zhang Qishuo hesitated for a moment on the other end of the phone, then laughed and said, "Brother, you called 'payment after delivery' 'credit'? I wasn't wrong, you really are a talent. Wait a minute, I'll make a call."

Upon hearing that Zhang Qishuo wanted to make a phone call, Chen Cheng immediately said, "Okay, Brother Zhang, you make the call first, and I'll call you back when it's convenient for you."

Zhang Qishuo laughed and said, "I'm leaving right away, so you don't need to call me. Just wait for my message."

After saying that, he hung up the phone.

Seeing Chen Cheng put away his phone, Lu Zhixing quickly asked him, "Chen...Little Chen, what did that General Manager Zhang say?"

Chen Cheng said, "He said he would make a phone call and told me to wait for news."

After saying that, he added, "But since Brother Zhang told me to wait for news, I think he will help in some way."

"Brother Zhang..."

Lu Zhixing breathed a sigh of relief, and a smile of relief and excitement finally appeared on his face. He exclaimed sincerely, "Oh, Xiao Chen...you...you've really helped your uncle a lot!"

Chen Cheng said politely, "Uncle Lu, please don't say that yet. We don't know the situation yet. Let's wait for the results."

Lu Zhixing remarked, "Since President Zhang asked you to wait for a call, he certainly won't refuse to help."

As he spoke, he couldn't help but glance at Chen Cheng and Lu Youyou's hands clasped together.

Lu Youyou noticed her father watching, quickly pulled her hand back, and nervously lowered her head, not daring to look at her father or Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng had been pondering Lu Zhixing's matter, and when he called Zhang Qishuo, he was also thinking about language. Only now did he realize that he had been holding hands with Lu Youyou the whole time.

However, he wasn't as thin-skinned as Lu Youyou, and acted as if nothing had happened.

Not wanting to embarrass his daughter, Lu Zhixing turned his face away and sighed, "I hope Mr. Zhang can do me a favor..."

Qin Xiaobo silently moved to the outermost side, his face pressed against the glass, his eyes red and blank as he stared out the window without saying a word, his thoughts unknown.

Actually, Qin Xiaobo was thinking about two things.

First, I pray to God that Zhang Qishuo will not give Chen Cheng any face;

Secondly, I pray to God that Chen Cheng won't hold a grudge against me. He can be on friendly terms with Zhang Qishuo; I really can't afford to mess with him...

After a brief silence in the carriage, Lu Zhixing's phone rang.

He looked down and saw that it was Manager Qiu from Yuanteng Group!
At that moment, he was so excited that he blurted out, "Manager Qiu called! It looks like there's a chance!"

Lu Youyou, disregarding her earlier nervousness and trepidation, quickly said, "Dad, turn on the speakerphone!"

Qin Xiaobo unconsciously moved closer, leaving a large oil stain on the car window with his face.

Lu Zhixing quickly pressed the answer button and turned on speakerphone.

"Hello, Manager Qiu!"

From the loudspeaker, a man chuckled and said, "Oh, Mr. Lu, you've kept this a secret for a long time! We've been working together for so long, why haven't you ever mentioned to me that you have a relationship with our Mr. Zhang..."

Lu Zhixing was so excited that he almost dropped his phone. He quickly grabbed it with both hands and said nervously, "Oh, Manager Qiu, I'm so sorry. I just happened to know about General Manager Zhang through my nephew. I... I only found out today."

Manager Qiu smiled warmly and said, "President Zhang just called me and immediately asked about the cooperation with Fanxi Trading. I thought to myself, isn't this your company, Mr. Lu? So I told him about it. After listening, President Zhang also told me that you are an uncle who is a close friend of his, and asked me to take care of you. That's why I called you right away."

"It's over...we've all become friends despite the age gap..."

Upon hearing this, Qin Xiaobo felt a wave of despair and lingering fear. He pressed his face against the car window again, pondering how to apologize to Chen Cheng in a way that would ease his anger...

Lu Zhixing was extremely excited, his heart pounding, and he blurted out, "Oh my, this is really... thank you so much, Manager Qiu and General Manager Zhang!"

Manager Qiu was also very straightforward, saying, "President Lu, I understand your situation. Since President Zhang also said that we must take care of you, then I will be frank with you. I will make arrangements as soon as possible today and try to send four special trains to Fancheng Power Plant between tonight and noon tomorrow, totaling 20,000 tons. Don't think it's too little. This is the most I can squeeze out today. Any more and we won't be able to coordinate the train schedules and wagons."

Lu Zhixing was almost in tears. He was about to say that this was already a lot, how could he think it was too little?
With 20,000 tons arriving, Director Liu's reserves are almost complete, which is a huge relief.

Before he could even speak, Manager Qiu continued, "But Mr. Lu, don't worry. On the 4th and 6th, I can squeeze out four more trains for you each day, for a total of eight trains and 40,000 tons. I'll wait for your message. Whenever you need it, I'll send it out."

"Ah?" Lu Zhixing was both delighted and surprised, and blurted out, "Manager Qiu, you're too kind! But I don't need 60,000 tons here..."

Manager Qiu said earnestly, "Our General Manager Zhang mentioned on the phone that it seems one of your suppliers is struggling. He meant that I should prepare more supplies for you and see if you can take over their share as well, to see it through to the end. These are General Manager Zhang's exact words."

(End of this chapter)