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

The meeting lasted the entire morning.

At noon, Ye Wenxi organized a lunch gathering for all the staff for the first time.

Apart from those on duty, the employees all came to the small private rooms in the cafeteria.

She had informed the military region in advance and arranged for several large tables to be set up.

The private room has never been this lively before.

The seamstress, who usually doesn't talk much, started chatting away.

Some people were drinking tea instead of wine from enamel mugs, while others were whispering to the person next to them, "Our garment factory isn't state-owned, but the benefits are better than those of state-owned enterprises."

"Wenxi, we'd like to have a drink with you." Several veteran tailors from the garment company came over carrying enamel mugs. "Thank you for setting up this stall and giving us such a great place to go."

"We're not very good at talking, and we don't know what else to say besides thank you."

"Haha, enough said! Come on, let's toast!"

"Bang--!"

The enamel mugs collided, the crisp sound mingling with laughter, echoing throughout the private room.

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In a private room of a state-run restaurant in the city, three wine glasses gently clinked together.

"Director Liu, after your introduction, we have a much better understanding of the overall capabilities of the Harbin Food Factory." General Manager Yan put down his cup. "We'll prepare the materials when we get back. We'll then formally discuss things with you later."

"The procedures in the port city will also take some time. There may be quite a few details that need to be explained to you during this period."

Mr. Yan was one of the potential business partners that Lin Wanzhi recommended to Liu Jianguo that day. His main business is food processing and foreign trade.

Heilongjiang is a well-known grain-producing province in China, with outstanding yields of soybeans, wheat, and corn year after year. The crops grown in the fields not only supply the province but also need to be transferred to other parts of the country.

Although the mainland is currently experiencing shortages of grain, oil, and non-staple foods, what is even more scarce than grain is foreign exchange.

If a country wants to develop, it needs to import machinery and introduce technology. How can it do without the US dollar and the Hong Kong dollar?

It was precisely because the Light Industry Bureau recognized this that it decided to focus its efforts on the food industry.

By introducing technology and equipment from Hong Kong businesses, and using a small amount of raw materials produced in Heilongjiang for refined processing, we can sell high-value-added foods such as biscuits, candies, and snacks abroad.

The amount of grain consumed is not large, but the foreign exchange earned is substantial, which is much more profitable than simply selling raw grain.

"Oh, how can you say it's troublesome?" Liu Jianguo waved his hand with a smile. "Our Harbin Light Industry Bureau warmly welcomes our compatriots from the port city to come and explore investment opportunities."

Lin Wanzhi chimed in, "President Yan, if you have any questions later, feel free to ask me. I've accumulated some experience here, so feel free to learn from me."

"Haha, yes, yes, yes," Liu Jianguo laughed. "Ms. Lin is a pioneer in foreign business cooperation in Harbin. We have already signed a cooperation agreement with Zhang Factory of Hongxing Garment. You two can exchange experiences and learn from each other."

After seeing Mr. Yuan off, Lin Wanzhi and Liu Jianguo stood at the restaurant entrance and exchanged a few more words.

"Ms. Lin, it will take about three months to complete all the formal procedures at the Hongxing factory. This is the fastest we can manage," Liu Jianguo explained.

Lin Wanzhi nodded: "Then I'm very grateful to Director Liu for helping us move things forward. Three months is beyond my expectations; I originally thought it would take half a year."

Liu Jianguo waved his hand: "Speaking of which, it was Ms. Lin's words that encouraged us."

"Oh? Which sentence?"

"We started late and have a big gap now. Since we are slow, we must be faster in decisiveness and efficiency! Fast enough to let others see the speed of China."

"I completely agree with that," Lin Wanzhi continued. "Regarding the processing trade foreign exchange cooperative factory, the technical training and guidance from our on-site personnel have been completed. The first batch of materials is currently undergoing customs approval and should arrive for processing in about ten days."

"Great! That was fast!" Liu Jianguo laughed. "Then I'll look forward to the first finished product. I'll have to treat you to a nice meal when it's ready."

Lin Wanzhi smiled and said, "Then I'll be looking forward to it."

Just as Liu Jianguo was about to turn around, Lin Wanzhi suddenly spoke up: "Director Liu, there's something I'd like to ask you."

"you say."

"To be honest, I saw a corporate uniform designation in Harbin a few days ago, and I was quite shocked. Our city actually has local companies with such a high-end positioning and brand image now?"

Liu Jianguo muttered to himself: We've run into each other again.

"It's called... Wenxi Garment Company? I'd like to confirm with you, is it really not a foreign-invested enterprise?"

"It's a company from mainland China." He paused for a moment, "but its nature is indeed a bit special. Although it's said to be purely private, it was actually established with the support of the military region. More than 80% of its employees are military dependents, making it a typical representative of companies that support the military and their families."

"It's just that it's done very well, to be honest, it's even better than some of our big factories."

He carefully chose his words: "But after all, they are two different paths. We are taking the path of mass production and benefiting the people."

"They've taken a different approach, focusing on high-end custom-made clothing and luxury garments, which has enriched the material choices available to the people since the reform and opening up. The response has been quite positive."

Liu Jianguo looked at Lin Wanzhi and asked in a flat tone, "Ms. Lin, are you inquiring about this because you want to know?"

Lin Wanzhi smiled faintly: "It's nothing, I was just curious. I remember the foreign investment policy was just released not long ago, and I thought some foreign company had moved in ahead of time."

"Absolutely not, absolutely not." Liu Jianguo waved his hand. "You were the fastest and the earliest."

"That head of the clothing company seems to be very outstanding." Lin Wanzhi paused for a moment, then asked casually, "This head of the company is called... Wenxi, right? To be honest, I've met her before."

"You've met Ye Wenxi?" Liu Jianguo's eyes widened.

"Yes, we stayed at the same hotel. She fell ill with heatstroke that day, and I applied some medicated oil to her. Later, I ran into her again at the Women's Federation. But she didn't tell me that she was the head of Wenxi Garment Company; it was Section Chief Liang from the Women's Federation who mentioned it to me."

"Oh..." Liu Jianguo nodded.

"Is this Comrade Ye Wenxi an overseas Chinese who has returned to China? Or did he return from the port city?"

"No, no, no, she is a military dependent."

"Is he/she a textile major? Or has he/she worked in management at a large factory?"

"Not really." Liu Jianguo scratched his head. "I can't really explain why Ye Wenxi is so outstanding. In general, it's just that this person... is very excellent."

Lin Wanzhi wondered: How could someone with no background design so well create so many excellent clothes?

But she remained expressionless, only giving a soft "oh".

Liu Jianguo added, "However, they do have a designer from the port city."

Lin Wanzhi nodded, her lips curving slightly downward.

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