Reborn in 1981, the first to get rich start with dairy cows.

Small holes were punched on both sides of the gift box, and thin hemp rope was threaded through them to make handles, so you could just lift it up and walk away.

When Shen Dong and Li Meiyu arrived at the agricultural machinery station, there was someone at the gate this time. After learning that they needed to see Huang Maoqiang, the head of the technical department, the guard asked for their work IDs, looked at them, and then told them to wait a moment while he went to get someone.

"Oh, Comrade Shen Dong, it's been a long time!" Huang Maoqiang greeted him with a big smile, and Shen Dong stepped forward to shake his hand.

"Section Chief Huang, it's been a long time. I apologize for bothering you."

"What are you saying? The agricultural machinery station welcomes you. Our station chief praised you last time, saying that you deserved to be named the county's outstanding individual this year, and he even said he wanted to invite you over for a visit."

Then he introduced Zhang Huaqiang, who had followed behind him: "You know Xiao Zhang."

"Director Shen, you've come at the perfect time. I have a question for you."

Zhang Huaqiang hadn't said a word until now, but he immediately welcomed the discussion, eager to get to the point where they could discuss the issues.

Shen Dong laughed and went with them to Sha Zhenlin's office.

"Stationmaster, look who's here!"

"Oh, Xiao Shen, I told you last time I wanted you to come over for a visit, you finally have time?"

"I have something to ask of you, leader," Shen Dong said, taking the gift box that had been prepared in advance from Li Meiyu's hand.

"This is our factory's new New Year gift box, which contains apples, yogurt, pastries and brown sugar. We have already reached an agreement with other factories in the commune, who are also preparing New Year's goods and will directly use our gift box."

Shen Dong picked up the gift box and showed it to everyone.

The exquisite workmanship and beautiful piping decorations are a real eye-opener.

After Shen Dong took out the three-story design and the contents, Sha Zhenlin immediately made a decision.

Even if the contents were mediocre, Sha Zhenlin was prepared to make a purchase. He knew that capable young people were the future, and making friends with them was better than making enemies. Besides, the other party had brought him honor and helped him a lot.

But now, he has been won over, and it has nothing to do with Shen Dong; it is the gift box itself that has won him over.

"Xiao Shen, we can sign the contract now. We want it. Lao Huang, call Accountant He over and bring the official seal." Sha Zhenlin acted swiftly and immediately instructed Huang Maoqiang to get to work.

Li Meiyu was stunned as she followed behind; this was the county's agricultural machinery station!

Everyone inside was arrogant and conceited; she was prepared to go home after a lot of arguing.

As a result, the factory director barely said a few words before the head of the agricultural machinery station made the decision directly. What happened to the bargaining?

Is this some fake agricultural machinery station?

Could it be that the factory manager has some hidden identity that makes these big shots vie to give him face?

Less than two minutes later, Accountant He arrived.

Shen Dong quickly explained the situation to him, and after agreeing on a price of two yuan, and with Sha Zhenlin's consent, they signed the contract and stamped it. The two parties agreed to deliver the goods ten days before the end of the year, totaling 150 units.

Before stamping the contract, Li Meiyu read it carefully and found no problems, which put her mind at ease.

"These boxes are samples, so I'm giving them to everyone. The yogurt inside is a new flavor that we just released, and it's not on the market yet. I came in a hurry today, but I'll bring more next time I deliver. Our factory is short of everything, but we don't lack yogurt."

"Haha, that's great. Your factory's yogurt is really good; we've bought it before."

Then, Shen Dong took out a few more pieces of paper from his pocket.

Zhang Huaqiang was all too familiar with this scene; Shen Dong had done it the same way last time, even down to the left pocket and the exact motion.

"Director Shen, what kind of materials have you prepared this time?!" Zhang Huaqiang was a tech geek who was very enthusiastic about researching technology. When he saw Shen Dong hand the paper to Sha Zhenlin, he was itching to know what to do next.

"What is this?" Sha Zhenlin asked.

"Blueprints for a homemade small ice maker."

"Good stuff!" Huang Maoqiang's eyes lit up, and he quickly moved closer. Zhang Huaqiang didn't care whether they were in front of the leaders or not, and moved closer to Huang Maoqiang.

What?

Ice maker?

Factory manager?

Li Meiyu was completely dumbfounded. What was all this about?!

Isn't Shen Dong the factory manager of the dairy factory? How come he can provide blueprints for an ice maker?

Ah! I know! He really does have powerful connections; it must be his family who provided him with that information!

No, I have to think of something. I absolutely cannot let him kick me out.

Li Meiyu started to have wild thoughts. It's no wonder she was having such wild thoughts; given Shen Dong's age and status, there was no way he could be associated with an ice machine.

"How is it? Can it be done?" Sha Zhenlin wasn't very clear on the specific details, so he gave the blueprints to the two people in the technical department. After watching them examine them carefully for several minutes, he asked.

"Yes, these drawings are so detailed, even a complete beginner could follow along!" Huang Maoqiang said, looking up.

Zhang Huaqiang snatched the blueprints without even looking up, his eyes never leaving the paper, a look of rapture on his face.

Sha Zhenlin nodded after hearing Huang Maoqiang's words. Wanting to understand Shen Dong's intentions, he asked, "Little Shen, what were your thoughts on this blueprint?"

"Refrigeration units are a rarity. If our agricultural machinery station could manufacture them independently, wouldn't that open up a huge market?"

"Yes, that's natural."

"Our factory is going to make milk-based popsicles and chilled yogurt this summer, so we need ice machines. If the agricultural machinery station can implement this blueprint, I hope they can get a few machines for my dairy factory before June."

Shen Dong hadn't told anyone about his plan to make popsicles. Li Meiyu overheard this and thought about it carefully. The more she thought about it, the more feasible it seemed.

Although Shen Dong had a smile on his face, his tone was sincere, and Sha Zhenlin understood what he meant.

"I can promise you that. As long as you make them, the first batch will be sent to your Baotashan Dairy Factory, free of charge!"

"Furthermore, although you've always insisted on not asking for anything in return, we can't really turn a blind eye this time. So, after I report this matter to the county, I'll tell you about the follow-up. In short, we can't let you remain an unsung hero any longer."

Last time was the first time everyone had worked together, and Shen Dong only gave us a summary; anyone with a little effort could have done it.

But this time it's different. These are mechanical blueprints, and they're for a very scarce refrigeration unit. If we take these out, they'll be snapped up like crazy!

Sha Zhenlin had no choice but to take this seriously; he had already decided that he had to persuade Secretary Chen to reward Xiao Shen properly.

We must unite with such a comrade who has such a broad vision.

"Xiao Shen, how about this? It's almost time to get off work, why don't you stay for dinner? Don't worry, I'll arrange a car to take you home, what do you think?"

"Okay, sure!" Under Sha Zhenlin's enthusiastic invitation, Shen Dong had no choice but to agree. He also wanted to strengthen his ties with the people at the station and cultivate relationships in preparation for the future.