A whirlwind marriage with a high-ranking official: Lights out, don't force me to take the initi

Aunt Huang used the phone at the front desk to call the clothing store.

The phone rang several times but no one answered...

"Tsk, maybe no one's working on the weekend." Aunt Huang hung up the phone and said to the staff member, "Comrade, I'll call again."

Aunt Huang dialed Ye Wenxi's number again.

No one answered...

She quickly dialed Zhang Yunxia's home phone number again, but no one answered...

"Tsk...where did everyone go? I only remember these few phone numbers. Sigh..." Aunt Huang turned her head and glanced at Wang Yingxue's door.

She stepped forward and smiled at the staff.

"Comrade...can I do you a favor?"

"Hmm? It's nothing, go ahead."

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After leaving Lu Zhenghua's house, the rain was so heavy that it was almost impossible to see the road, and Ye Wenxi's face was covered in rainwater.

She took out her key, clicked open the large iron gate, and the hinges creaked as they pushed it inward.

"Quickly, Mom and Dad, come in!"

She reached out and pushed the switch by the door, and with a snap, dozens of large incandescent bulbs lit up one after another.

The spotlights at the entrance of the exhibition area also turned on, and the beams shone directly on the ready-to-wear clothes worn by the models in the display area.

Men's shirts, women's dresses, women's suits... dozens of new summer styles are neatly arranged under the lights, exuding confidence and style.

The Lu family members stood at the door and exclaimed "Wow!" in unison.

"Oh my god..." Liu Xiuyun almost dropped her camera. "It's just like those big department stores outside!"

"You've got to be kidding me, which store outside can compare to this?" Lu Zhenghua leaned closer to take a look, picked up the fabric of the shirt and felt it.

"Hey, Second Sister-in-law, who's this display area for? You don't usually have any customers here, do you?" Lu Weihua was clearly interested in a new dress, looking it over from all angles.

"It's for the employees, for the visiting leaders, and for some of the partner manufacturers and interviewees." Ye Wenxi wiped the rain off his face.

As she took off her raincoat, she said:

"Actually, the biggest benefit is for our own employees. Seeing these every day as they come in and out will give everyone a strong sense of collective honor and value. It will also change their work attitude."

"Hmm!" Lu Zhenghua nodded in agreement.

"Yes! That's absolutely right." Lu Weihua gave a thumbs up.

"This is my office." Ye Wenxi led them inside, pointing to several desks. "Our warehouse is in the back. After the materials arrive, we inspect them, number them, and then proceed with the production process."

Lu Zhenghua walked over with his hands behind his back, looked at the rules and regulations on the wall, and then looked at the technicians' work area: "It really looks like a proper setup."

He circled around and found Liu Xiuyun, who was still snapping photos at the door: "Hey~ I said stop taking pictures and come over here quickly, let Wenxi introduce us."

"Walk in to our meeting area, which is also where we usually eat and rest." Ye Wenxi led them to the open-plan meeting area.

Here hangs a logo for the clothing company, hand-drawn by Ye Wenxi herself, which was then framed and hung in the center of the conference area.

"This is our clothing company's brand logo."

"Wow, it's so beautiful!" Liu Xiuyun exclaimed, looking at the vibrant flower wreath. "Is there...some meaning behind it?"

"Yes...actually, my original design idea was..."

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Ye Wenxi explained the design meaning of the clothing company's logo to several people, while Lu Zhenghua and Liu Xiuyun stood beside him, listening attentively.

"He actually thought of that..." Lu Zhenghua let out a long breath and exchanged a glance with Liu Xiuyun.

Like a museum guide, Ye Wenxi described every inch of the clothing company and every special item to the Lu family.

Ye Wenxi led everyone through the office area and towards the back of the venue. The smell of fabric gradually became stronger in the air. Ye Wenxi led them to the warehouse, where stacks of fabric, finished products, and packaging boxes and bags were piled on the shelves...

Several large cardboard boxes were piled up in the corner, with the words "Women's Benevolence" printed on them.

"This is the first batch of goods." Ye Wenxi walked over, opened a box, and took out two shirts. They were plain white with small collars, and the logo of the clothing company was printed on the left chest. The words "Heroines' Benevolence" were embroidered in red silk thread.

"These are commemorative shirts from our collaboration with the film 'Heroines'." She handed one to Liu Xiuyun: "Mom, this size should fit, try it on."

Liu Xiuyun quickly waved her hands: "No, no~ I don't need any clothes, you can keep them and sell them."

"Mom, this isn't for sale." Ye Wenxi shoved the shirt into her hands. "This is a limited edition, not for sale to the public; it was custom-made."

"It only applies to March 8th Red Banner recipients, as well as some outstanding women cadres and women representatives," Ye Wenxi explained to Liu Xiuyun.

"Mom, you're a renowned chief physician. Whose certificates and trophies are all over that cabinet at home? Besides, you're a military dependent. In terms of contributions and status, you're more than qualified to wear this uniform. If it were awarded, it would be to you. Here, take one and wear it."

Liu Xiuyun didn't pay much attention to the clothes, but she was very happy to hear what Ye Wenxi had just said.

"Oh... look..." She smiled and took the shirt.

"It's alright, please try it on." Ye Wenxi pushed her towards the fitting room. "Try it on and see if it fits. If it does, just wear it."

Lu Weihua stared longingly at Ye Wenxi, his eyes clearly saying: What about mine?

"You still have to work hard, you can't wear this shirt for now." Ye Wenxi suppressed a laugh and deliberately put on a stern face.

Lu Weihua's head drooped, and he looked completely dejected.

"There are a few new styles over there, go and pick one," Ye Wenxi couldn't help but add with a smile.

"Aww~~~ Second sister-in-law, I love you!" Lu Weihua rushed over, hugged Ye Wenxi, and gave her a big kiss on the cheek.

"Oh dear!" Ye Wenxi laughed and pushed her away.

Liu Xiuyun came out of the fitting room.

She wore a plain white shirt, the collar was neat, and her back was straight.

She usually wears dark clothes, but when she suddenly changed into all white, she looked much brighter.

"Mom, it looks good." Ye Wenxi raised her camera. "Don't move, let me take a picture of you."

Liu Xiuyun smoothed her hair, pursed her lips somewhat shyly, and turned to greet Lu Zhenghua:

"Old man, come on, take a picture with me."

"Tsk...why are you dragging me into this?" Lu Zhenghua muttered, his leg already stepping over.

With a click, the image freezes.

Liu Xiuyun smiled shyly, while Lu Zhenghua stood upright, shoulder to shoulder, like two people who had just met.

Ye Wenxi put away his camera, turned to look at the empty space in the warehouse, and suddenly said, "What you see today is the current state of the garment factory. However, just yesterday, I submitted a comprehensive renovation plan to the military region."

She pointed to the empty spaces piled with miscellaneous items: "These spaces will all be redeveloped. The cutting area will be expanded, sewing machines will be added, and the row of bungalows behind here, about 500 meters away, will be converted into staff dormitories—single and multi-person rooms, all equipped with private bathrooms."

"Oh my, this must cost a lot of money, right? Can your cash flow support this right now?" Liu Xiuyun exclaimed.

"It's definitely not enough." Ye Wenxi shook his head and continued to explain, "I applied for a business loan from the Light Industry Bureau some time ago to open up some design licenses to state-owned enterprises, and it has been approved."

"How much can I borrow?" Lu Zhenghua asked.

"150,000," Ye Wenxi said casually.

"What?"

"How many?"

"150,000?!"

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