Reborn in 1990: My Family Store Leads to the Future

"That sounds pretty good. At least Mayor Li's initial plan worked out. It will further boost our local economy, which is a good thing. If things go well..."

Han Guodong nodded slightly, a look of satisfaction on his face.

In fact, according to his somewhat pessimistic view, the exhibition wouldn't even be the size it is today.

Even locals don't come much, so this result is already very good.

However, Li Huan had a completely different opinion.

"Of course it's not good. There are very few people among these people who are actually willing to spend money to place orders. And it's also a bit difficult for us to take this opportunity to promote our local products overseas."

"Is it a bit difficult?"

Han Guodong paused for a moment upon hearing this, then smiled.

"It means there's a sign of something going on."

"Those foreign friends actually have a pretty good attitude towards us, but when it comes to hoping they can contribute some money for investment, they're not very willing."

Li Huan's role at the exhibition is not simply to organize it; more importantly, it's to find a decent direction for development through the exhibition.

The development of Shanghai is not the kind of overnight transformation that others might imagine, where it suddenly became the forefront of China. Rather, it is a gradual and subtle process that permeates all aspects of life.

"Local brands have no appeal to them at all, but there are exceptions. For example, I know a brand called Friendship Supermarket that does very well."

"Many foreigners really like his products."

Even though Li Huan thought Lu Yuan wasn't very capable, he still thought he was quite impressive, because this skill was something that ordinary people couldn't acquire.

At least, she couldn't do it.

Upon hearing this familiar name, Han Guodong couldn't help but smile.

"This kid does have some talent; he seems capable of succeeding. Let's wait and see. If he does well, we might consider supporting him."

"That's what I think too."

Li Huan nodded and said.

She genuinely thought Lu Yuan had done a good job.

However, when it comes to investments, her opinion doesn't count; only Lu Yuan's ability to achieve better results matters.

After finishing the business, Han Guodong asked with a smile.

"I heard Qi Qiang came today too, saying he came specifically to see you? What do you think of that kid? He's passable from time to time."

"Uncle Han, please stop teasing me. I'm not interested in her."

Li Huan's expression darkened when Qi Qiang was mentioned.

She couldn't understand how Qi Qiang, whom she had known before, had become such a different person after going out for a while.

Although he felt that nothing had changed, the way he looked at everything around him was off, as if he felt that nothing here was good.

It's as if after going abroad, I come back feeling superior, and everything at home seems worse compared to overseas.

It was precisely because of this thought that Li Huan became increasingly unwilling to continue dealing with her.

Upon hearing this, Han Guodong not only didn't say anything more, but instead offered encouragement.

"I don't like that kid either. He just went abroad to study, but he seems to have gotten all gilded since he came back. He thinks everything in China is bad, and he might as well not come back at all!"

"Uncle Han..."

Li Huan opened his mouth, but for a moment he didn't know how to respond, because his Uncle Han was saying things that were completely different from usual.

After saying this, Han Guodong's face hardened.

"Don't say things like that, especially if my boss finds out, he'll probably give me a scolding."

"I know."

"Seriously, haven't you met anyone who's even remotely interesting to you?"

Li Huan was taken aback. A figure inexplicably appeared in her mind, along with his somewhat snobbish words. She had some thoughts about it, but quickly shook her head.

"Not a single one."

……

The exhibition had just opened on its second day, and while Lu Yuan was setting up his things, some people had already come over.

There were more than a dozen people in total, all of whom came for his products.

"Boss, I knew you would come, so I came here specifically to see you."

"I didn't believe it when people told me you'd be at this trade fair, but I'm definitely going to buy a lot this time."

"The last meal wasn't enough at all."

"Don't push, let me go first."

Seeing so many people coming, Hu Lili was momentarily speechless.

Lu Yuan was both amused and exasperated. He had originally hoped to secure some big orders here, but the outcome was quite unexpected.

"Don't worry, everyone, you'll get one."

After seeing off these guests, Lu Yuan was just about to sit down and rest.

Then he saw a middle-aged man walk over, smile at him, and say something.

"Boss, I'm here again."

"Brother, you're here. How was the gift I told you about last time?"

The person who came was the same one who had bought things from him earlier to give to his father-in-law.

Mentioning this, the middle-aged man's face lit up, and he spoke with great pleasure.

"Speaking of which, I really have to thank you. If it weren't for what you said, I would never have thought that I could deliver it this way."

"My father-in-law really likes these things and insisted that I get some more. I was planning to go to the store to find you later, but I didn't expect to run into you here."

"So, what would you like, bro?"

Lu Yuan chuckled, "That's great."

The middle-aged man looked around and bought a few packets of sunflower seeds and some peanuts.

Unlike before, this time it's all dried fruit.

"Brother, would you like something else? I still have ice cream, it's free."

Lu Yuan quickly promoted his ice cream.

"Okay, I'll give this a try."

After taking a bite, the middle-aged man was speechless, nodding repeatedly as he ate.

"Great stuff! It's a pity my family doesn't own a shop, otherwise I would definitely buy from you."

"Thinking of this, he suddenly froze and quickly slapped his head."

"Yes, I'm here to buy goods."

After tasting the peanut, he felt a salty and fragrant flavor filling his mouth, and the corners of his mouth couldn't help but turn up. He continued speaking happily.

"Young man, how much do you pay for these peanuts? I'd like to order a batch."

"Two yuan a pound. These peanuts are all from out of town, so the price is a bit higher."

Lu Yuan said with a smile.

Peanuts cost only a few cents per pound, but once the words "five-spice" are added, the price increases several times over.

Lu Yuan offered a brief explanation, hoping the other party could accept it. The middle-aged man paused for a moment after hearing this, stroked his chin thoughtfully, and still found it somewhat difficult to accept.

"The price isn't cheap, and you're quite generous with the price, but could you lower it a bit? I want to buy more."