Twenty years of cold chain

Luan Qizhen supported Luan Pingxin's business not only with financial investment, but also by devising numerous solutions to customer issues from the very beginning. Having been in business for many years, he knew better than anyone how important customers were, so when the research institute was first established, he actively sought connections, hoping that companies with needs for cold storage design and equipment technology would give him special attention.

Luan Qizhen's groundwork paid off; things went smoothly, and many people sought consultation and cooperation. At that time, because the research institute had taken on a provincial project, Luan Qizhen used this as an excuse to exert pressure for a period of time, also thinking not to put too much pressure on the young woman, and to focus on doing a good job on the project application first. Later, once they had free time, the specific cold storage business was actually a simple operational task for these technically skilled and capable young people.

Unexpectedly, before the provincial project was even finished, Luan Pingxin threw himself into the construction of cold storage facilities for pharmaceutical companies. This time, it was uncertain when it would take, and Luan Qizhen couldn't keep up. Not only could he not explain what he had promised beforehand, but many people who wanted to build cold storage facilities and inquired about equipment also came to him through various connections. If nothing was done, Luan Qizhen would have essentially made empty promises and ended up being left empty-handed.

Ultimately, the situation in the cold chain has changed. In less than two months since November, suddenly more and more people want to make a living in this industry. However, because everyone's situation is different, not many people know the proper size of the warehouse, the combination of different warehouse types, or the quality of the equipment. As a result, they are all eyeing the refrigeration research institute.

"Pingxin, it's not that Dad doesn't want you to work in technology, but now you need to learn how to navigate the market. What I'm saying might not be entirely accurate, but you can ask Shutong what the situation is like for those in the cold chain industry right now. Your place is the first refrigeration research institute in the entire Qingning region, and you already have a provincial-level project backing you up. The authority is unquestionable; just look behind you and you'll see. As soon as you open your mouth, orders will come like a printing press!"

"Dad, is it because you're having trouble smoothing things over with him?"

Luan Qizhen grinned and waved his hand, "Whether it's round or not is a minor matter, but girl, this is a tremendous opportunity for you! This research institute didn't come easily. We're not saying we need to make it big and strong as quickly as possible, but you have to seize what's handed to you. The current situation is all thanks to favorable policies; many people have seen better business opportunities. Pingxin, these kinds of policies are something you can't always get!"

These were all familiar words to Luan Pingxin, but hearing them from her father carried much more weight than usual.

"Dad, all I see is chaos, and I don't believe everyone will make it in the end. When we're working on a project, we often have to do initial elimination; some things won't even be considered from the start."

Luan Qizhen was barely able to contain his anger. "Whether some families stay or leave is not your concern. Just look at what's in front of you. Is it that difficult?"

"Dad, this is a refrigeration technology research institute. I don't want it to become a cold storage design assembly line. The more this kind of thing spreads everywhere, the less meaningful it becomes. There are less than thirty people here. If we start doing this, no one will be able to continue doing technical work. Everyone will just be stuck on cold storage construction plans every day, which would defeat the original purpose!"

"When I opened that door, I knew there would be countless demands, but those demands weren't only met here, and those who had them might not ultimately receive payment. When the tide is high, everyone has a god-like perspective, seeing the whole picture and feeling invincible, but only when the tide recedes do they realize the truth behind the grand spectacle. If the research institute were to wade in, it would rise and fall with the tide, and their stumbles and falls would disrupt the institute's stability, which would be the real deviation from the right path."

Luan Qizhen realized he couldn't argue with this girl, and he wasn't sure if she made sense at that moment or if she still thought it made sense after thinking about it. "So, you just buried yourself in the medicine and didn't come up?"

"Who says we won't stand out? You have to be tough to stand out, Dad. In any field, it's all about the work. Just because we have a big operation and lots of business doesn't mean we're successful. Without real substance, people will only see you as a showpiece. And what bargaining power do showpieces have?"

"What negotiations? What are you talking about now?"

Zhengyang was Luan Pingxin's unresolved issue, and her final insistence on Bai Leng stemmed from this. If things could have been salvaged, she would not have left. However, the project went from insufficient funding to the cessation of research, which contrasted sharply with the raging fire in the market.

Now, when Bayer wants to look back and revitalize its technology, seize its past R&D advantages, re-examine the market environment, and sort out its personal and group patents, it cannot avoid mentioning the value of Luan Pingxin back then.

Luan Pingxin was well aware of the research institute's current status. From Baileng's perspective, just because you're the only one doesn't mean you get extra attention; ultimately, it's about technological achievements. Luan Pingxin was a former Baileng employee, but those personal achievements were no longer enough, because this time, it was a collaboration between companies.

Luan Qizhen realized that he and the girl were never on the same wavelength from the beginning, and their conversation kept turning to a bunch of things he didn't understand. But what was reassuring was that she wasn't just blindly pursuing technology and ignoring everything else; she wasn't oblivious to the benefits, but rather possessed a kind of technological energy that seemed to be the essence of the Refrigeration Research Institute.

Persuasion failed him. As Luan Qizhen fell silent, he suddenly realized that Luan Pingxin's temper had subsided over the years, but he never expected that her stubbornness had surpassed that of the past. It was as if she were still standing in front of a machine with a wrench in junior high school, saying that if it was leaking oil, it was leaking oil, and he would stay with her even in the dark with a light on.

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I've loved cold chain logistics for twenty years.