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Chapter 156 The Big Shot's Favor

The crowd seemed to be parted by an invisible hand, and a group of people approached with brisk steps. The leader was an elderly man of about sixty years old with a stocky build.

His face was radiant, and his eyes shone with an astonishing brightness; even with a smile, he couldn't hide his shrewdness and strength.

Wearing a seemingly simple dark blue jacket, yet revealing masterful tailoring in the details, and with a gold "Special Guest" badge swaying slightly as he walked, he was none other than Wang Zhenguo, the founder and chairman of Keelung Corporation.

Keelung Corporation may not be a vertically integrated behemoth like Wanhe Solar, but it is a well-known and prestigious brand in the professional silicon wafer manufacturing industry.

It is known for its solid technology and strict cost control to the point of being "stingy," and is recognized in the industry as a "hidden champion."

Its leader, Wang Zhenguo, is known for his sharp insight, bold style, and pioneering spirit. He is a typical "pragmatic" and ruthless character.

Lin Guodong paused, turned around and saw Wang Zhenguo. His brows furrowed almost imperceptibly, and a hint of surprise and inquiry crept into the lingering coldness in his eyes.

They were old acquaintances who had worked together since the same era, and knew each other inside and out. What was Wang Zhenguo's purpose in suddenly appearing at this moment?

Wang Zhenguo, however, seemed oblivious to the subtle changes in Lin Guodong's expression. He strode confidently to the booth, first bowing respectfully to Lin Guodong with a smile, his voice booming, "President Lin! It's been a while since we last met. You still have so much energy!"

Before he finished speaking, he suddenly turned to Jiang Haoran, extending his broad hand with a warm, almost radiant smile: "Young friend Jiang! We meet again! I was deeply impressed by our conversation last time! Indeed, a true dragon must soar through the clouds; you've carved out your own path. You have ambition!"

Jiang Haoran immediately stepped forward and clasped his hands tightly: "Chairman Wang, you flatter me too much. No matter what position I hold, my original intention is always to do something practical for the photovoltaic industry. It is an honor for our Qilin Technology that you can come and give us guidance."

"Hey! What honor or not!" Wang Zhenguo shook his clasped hands vigorously, his voice so loud it could be heard throughout half the exhibition area. "I, Old Wang, only came over because I smelled the real meat! This 'Kirin No. 1' of yours, I've been eyeing it for quite some time!"

The moment these words were spoken, the surroundings fell silent, even the background noise from the distant exhibition booths seemed to be filtered out. Countless gazes, like searchlights, all focused on Wang Zhenguo.

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Wang Zhenguo released his grip, ignoring Lin Guodong's suddenly complex expression, and pointed directly to the prominent cost data on the LED screen. Addressing the growing crowd, he declared loudly, "I believe the data on this!"

"Why? Because we in Keelung are determined to pursue high-efficiency monocrystalline silicon! Whether domestically produced diamond wire can live up to expectations is directly related to our lifeline in cost reduction during the silicon wafer process!"

He abruptly turned to Jiang Haoran, his eyes filled with undisguised appreciation and a kind of chivalrous frankness: "President Jiang, I must apologize for this!"

"Two months ago, I heard that your product had been initially finalized, so I used several connections and went through some trouble to get a few rolls of your earliest engineering test samples!"

He turned to Jiang Haoran, his eyes filled with admiration and a hint of slyness: "President Jiang, please don't be offended that I didn't inform you beforehand! I had the experienced workers at the factory choose an old production line to test this sample roll!"

A collective gasp filled the air.

A private test? A private test from Keelung?

Wang Zhenguo clapped his hands sharply, his conclusion resounding: "And the result? Line consumption was reduced by nearly ten percent compared to the imported B-brand line we were using at the time!"

"Even the experienced technicians, using a magnifying glass, couldn't tell the difference in TTV (transparent volume) and surface quality between the sliced ​​pieces!"

The experienced craftsman told me personally, "Chairman Wang, this thread—it's genuinely high-quality, not just some cheap, cheap imitation." Most importantly, the cost is only one-third of imported products; this is truly a godsend.

"Whoosh—!"

Like cold water dropped into boiling oil, the scene instantly exploded.

The offline testing in Keelung? And it yielded positive results?

This is from Keelung Corporation's internal testing, which is known for its stringent standards!

Its significance far outweighs any promotional material on the exhibition stand.

Lin Guodong's expression completely changed. His initial indifference and skepticism were now replaced by intense shock and disbelief.

He knew Wang Zhenguo too well. This man might have a rough,江湖 (jianghu) spirit, but he never joked when it came to technology and business. He would never fabricate such a specific lie in such a public setting for a young, inexperienced person.

Could it be that what Jiang Haoran came up with was not just empty talk?

Wang Zhenguo seemed to only then notice Lin Guodong's changing expression. He laughed heartily, patted Jiang Haoran's shoulder forcefully, and continued, "What a coincidence, isn't it? I was over there just now, and I think I heard Chairman Lin ask—do you have any real orders?"

He glanced around, his gaze finally fixing intently on Jiang Haoran's face. His voice was resolute, carrying a do-or-die determination: "In Keelung, two brand-new, high-efficiency monocrystalline wafer slicing production lines are being planned. The pressure to reduce costs is urgent!"

"President Jiang, I, Lao Wang, fully approve of the data presented by your 'Kirin-1' project, as well as the results of our internal 'unannounced testing'!"

"As long as you can ensure the stability and consistency of subsequent batch supply, and pass our formal and rigorous production line implementation and verification process —"

He paused deliberately, building everyone's anticipation, and then declared, word by word, with absolute clarity: "We, Keelung Corporation, are willing to become one of the first strategic partners of your Kirin Technology!"

"Today, right now, we can sign the letter of intent!"

"The first batch of orders will be based on the annual wire material demand for the cutting machines of ten new production lines! Mr. Jiang, are you confident enough to take on this project? Can you handle it reliably?"

"boom--!"

It was as if a bomb had exploded in front of the booth.

The annual demand for supporting wire materials for ten new production lines!

This is not a sample test or a small-batch trial; this is a real and substantial commercial procurement intention!

Moreover, it comes from Keelung Corporation, which is known for its discerning and pragmatic approach!

All eyes—intense, astonished, envious, and complex—were fixed intently on Jiang Haoran.

Lin Guodong held his breath, his pupils contracted slightly, and stared intently at Jiang Haoran. His eyes were filled with shock, scrutiny, and a hint of bewilderment that even he himself did not realize, a feeling of being shaken to the core.

Jiang Haoran's heart was also filled with turmoil. He had anticipated that the exhibition might bring opportunities, but he never expected that the opportunities would be presented by someone like Wang Zhenguo in such a dramatic, high-profile, and weighty way.

This is more than just an order; it is a priceless banner of trust raised by a leading figure in the industry!