Rebirth 70: I am a Koi

After getting the information out of Liu Yong, I immediately met up with Han Chuan and told him the situation. Han Chuan frowned and said thoughtfully, "It seems that our competitors are really going to great lengths to suppress us."

"Yes, not only did they copy our products and technology, but they also used such inferior raw materials. They are totally unscrupulous!" I said indignantly, "We have worked so hard to build up our reputation, and we must not let them destroy it like this!"

"Don't worry, Lili, we will make them pay the price." Hanchuan said with a firm look in his eyes.

Based on the clues and evidence we had, we contacted the relevant departments and anonymously reported our competitors' violations. At the same time, we also disclosed this information to familiar media reporters. For a time, news reports about competitors using inferior raw materials and illegal production were overwhelming, attracting widespread attention from all walks of life.

For a time, public opinion was in an uproar, and consumers condemned the unscrupulous behavior of competitors. However, the products of our planting base have won more recognition and support because we have always insisted on quality first.

However, the story did not end there. One night, I was working overtime in the office when I suddenly received a call from an unknown number.

"Is this Miss Mu? I have a more detailed profile of your competitor. Do you want to know?" The voice on the other end of the line was low and mysterious.

"Who are you? Why are you helping me?" I asked warily.

"My identity is not important. What's important is that we have a common enemy." The other party paused and continued, "If you want to know more, come to Qingfeng Teahouse on the outskirts of the city at 12 noon tomorrow. I'll be waiting for you there."

Before I could ask more questions, the other party hung up the phone. I held the phone, feeling confused and uneasy. Who was helping us secretly? What was their purpose?

I looked out the window. The night was dark, as if a huge mystery was shrouding me...

The sun seemed particularly bright the next day. I didn't sleep all night, my mind full of the mysterious phone call and the upcoming meeting. Hanchuan saw my anxiety and gently held my hand, "Don't worry, we will always find a way."

His words gave me strength, and I took a deep breath and decided to focus on the matter at hand.

In the morning, the results of the government investigation came out. The competitor was fined heavily and its business license was revoked for illegal production and use of inferior raw materials. The news was very gratifying and the entire industry was shocked.

The government department highly praised our planting base, praising us for our insistence on quality first, honest management, and being a benchmark enterprise in the industry. The local TV station also interviewed us and reported on the development history and advanced management experience of our planting base.

In a short time, our planting base became famous and orders came in like snowflakes.

"Lili, this is a good opportunity for us to expand our production scale!" Hanchuan said excitedly, "I have contacted several large supermarkets and agricultural product wholesale markets, and they all expressed their interest in cooperating with us."

I suppressed my excitement and said, "Hanchuan, we can't just focus on the present, we must seize the opportunity to enhance our brand image and expand our market influence."

We immediately took action to increase brand publicity, placing advertisements in newspapers, television, radio and other media, and setting up product sales points in major shopping malls and supermarkets. At the same time, we also actively participated in various industry exhibitions and forums, and negotiated cooperation with merchants from all over the country.

In order to meet market demand, we have launched a series of new products such as "green and pollution-free vegetables", "organic fruits", and "fine flowers", and provide value-added services such as door-to-door delivery and technical guidance, which have won unanimous praise from consumers.

I know that all this success, in addition to our own efforts, is also inseparable from the help of that mysterious person. At noon, I came to the Qingfeng Teahouse on the outskirts of the city. As soon as I entered the door, I saw a familiar figure sitting by the window.

I was shocked, "Why is it you?"

He put down the teacup in his hand and smiled, "Why, don't you want me to sit down?"

The person sitting in front of me turned out to be retired gardener Zhao Bo! I had the honor of listening to his wonderful speech on organic farming at a seminar held by the Academy of Agricultural Sciences before, and I was in awe of his profound knowledge and rich experience.

"Uncle Zhao, why are you here? You and our planting base..." Thousands of words finally converged into a question.

Zhao Bo smiled heartily, "Since the last seminar, I have been paying attention to the development of your planting base. You are hardworking and willing to study, and I am very optimistic about you."

He paused, then continued, "It was me who called you that night. Although I'm retired, I can't sit still. When I saw you being framed by a villain, I wanted to help you."

I was so moved that tears welled up in my eyes. It turns out that there are still many good people in this world!

"Don't worry, I'm not fighting alone." Zhao Bo pointed outside the door, "Here, your new ally is here."

I followed his gaze and saw an elegant middle-aged man walk in with a stack of documents in his hand.

"This is Professor Li, a botanical expert who has unique insights into breeding new varieties," Zhao Bo introduced.

I quickly stood up to greet him. Professor Li was very amiable and shook hands with me one by one. "I have heard that your planting base has an excellent reputation in the industry. After seeing it today, I can see that it is indeed well-deserved. These are some materials I compiled on the cultivation of new varieties. I hope it can be of help to you."

I took the information and felt like I had found a treasure. With the help of Uncle Zhao and Professor Li, I am full of confidence in the future of the planting base.

In the following days, we started intensive research and development and innovation. Professor Li brought a lot of cutting-edge planting technologies. Under the guidance of Zhao Bo, we continuously optimized the planting technology and management model based on the actual situation. All employees also actively participated in product development and quality control, and everyone was full of energy.

We introduced advanced drip irrigation technology, which greatly improved the utilization rate of water resources; we also tried to use biological control technology to reduce the use of pesticides and produce greener and healthier agricultural products. After several months of hard work, our planting base has been completely renewed. Not only has the production efficiency and product quality been greatly improved, but we have also obtained the "Green and Pollution-free Certification".

I looked at the rows of vegetables and fruits growing well, and my heart was filled with joy and a sense of accomplishment. At this time, Hanchuan came over and handed me a glass of water, "Lili, look..."

He pointed to the distance, where trucks loaded with fresh vegetables were slowly driving out of the base, heading towards a wider world...

"Lili, look, we succeeded." There was a barely perceptible tremor in Hanchuan's voice. I knew that he had been under tremendous pressure in the past few months.

I turned around and saw trucks loaded with "Jinxiu Heshan" brand green vegetables driving out of the base in an orderly manner and heading to all parts of the country. Those days when we were plagiarized and slandered seemed to be still vivid in my mind, but now, we have finally been reborn from the ashes and emerged as a butterfly!

The planting base quickly opened up the market with excellent product quality and good reputation. We took the initiative to participate in provincial and municipal agricultural product exhibitions, and the "Jinxiu Heshan" brand gradually took root in the hearts of consumers.

The government also strongly supported us, not only providing preferential policies, but also helping us to establish a sound sales network. Major media outlets have reported our achievements, calling us "a pioneer in agricultural modernization" and "a model for rural revitalization."

Looking at the busy figures in the base and listening to the laughter and joy one after another, my heart is filled with pride and satisfaction.

"Jinli, congratulations." Zhao Bo came over with a smile, holding a newspaper in his hand, "Look, you've become a celebrity!"

I took the newspaper and saw my photo and a report about the planting base on the front page.

"This is the result of everyone's joint efforts." I said with a smile, "Without Uncle Zhao, Professor Li, and the dedication of all the staff at the base, we wouldn't be where we are today."

"Yes, we are united as one, and only by working together can we achieve victory!" Professor Li also came over, his tone full of emotion.

"Lili, look over there..." Hanchuan suddenly pointed to the distance, his expression becoming a little serious.

I followed his gaze and saw several black cars slowly approaching and stopping at the entrance of the base. Several people got out of the cars, dressed in suits and leather shoes, with extraordinary demeanor. The leader, with blond hair and blue eyes, turned out to be...