King of Industry

Inviting Bai Rou to dinner, Zhao Guoyang chose the Yucheng Taste hot pot restaurant opened by his old classmate Sun Yumei.

Zhao Guoyang took Bai Rou to this restaurant last time, and it suits her taste.

Today, the two went to a new store opened by Yucheng Taste on Wuyi Road in the urban area.

After entering the door, Zhao Guoyang felt a little strange when he saw two or three tables of guests sparsely in the hall.

It is said that there is only one hot pot restaurant in Ninghai City. How can the business be so bleak?

When he was wondering, a young waiter had already come to greet him.

Hello, are there two? the waiter asked politely.

Before Zhao Guoyang could speak, Bai Rou on the side had already answered: Well, it's just the two of us. I wonder if you can arrange an air-conditioned room for us, the hall is a bit too stuffy...

Hearing what Bai Rou said casually, Zhao Guoyang suddenly realized.

At this moment, he finally understood that the reason why the business of Taste of Yucheng fluctuated so much was because of the poor environment in the hall.

In the early 1990s, not to mention large floor-standing air conditioners used in restaurants and hotels, even ordinary wall-mounted air conditioners were still scarce in the country.

Imported floor-standing large air conditioners, not to mention dominating the world in China, the key is that it is difficult to buy even if you have money, you have to have a shopping ticket.

Generally speaking, only some special units and departments can install large floor-standing air conditioners.

However, according to Zhao Guoyang's thoughts, the situation in Ninghai City should be better than that of other cities.

After all, Qiulan Air Conditioning, the first air conditioner manufacturer in the country, is located in this small Jiangbei town.

As early as 1974, Ninghai No. 9 Radio Component Factory, the predecessor of Qiulan Group, developed the first wall-mounted air conditioner CKF-3A in response to customer order requirements.

Of course, the wall-mounted air conditioner at the beginning was barely usable, and there were still a lot of deficiencies in quality.

In the following ten years, Qiulan Group gradually focused on air conditioners.

The hard work paid off, and finally after ten years, Qiulan Group completed the first large-scale technological transformation, which greatly improved the quality of its products.

This technological transformation has also laid a solid foundation for Qiulan Group to dominate the Huaxia air-conditioning market in the future. This small company that was previously unknown has also embarked on the road of revitalization.

It is now 1992, and Qiulan Group has also formed the mass production capacity of air conditioners early, becoming the leader of China's air conditioner industry.

Ordinarily, there is such a leading domestic air conditioner manufacturer in my city, and it shouldn't be a trouble for Yucheng Taste to buy one or two floor-standing air conditioners.

But looking at the current situation of this shop, it is obviously not the case...

When Zhao Guoyang was muttering to himself, the waiter said in an apologetic tone, I'm sorry, miss. Our box is still under renovation, so don't use it for now...

After hearing this, Bai Rou sighed softly, turned her head to look at Zhao Guoyang and said, Then there is no other way. Guoyang, why don't we change?

Hearing that the two customers who finally came in were about to leave, the waitress became a little anxious, and hurriedly comforted her: Miss, please wait a moment, can I bring you the big electric fan in the kitchen?

Bai Rou frowned slightly, without speaking, her eyes fell on Zhao Guoyang.

Just as Zhao Guoyang was about to speak up, the proprietress who was lowering her head at the counter just raised her head.

After seeing Zhao Guoyang and Bai Rou, the young girl with braids said ah, Guoyang? Why are you here!

Needless to say, this braided girl is naturally Zhao Guoyang's old classmate Sun Yumei.

Seeing her in this store, Zhao Guoyang had the nerve to change places, so he could only find a well-ventilated place and sit down.

Sun Yumei glanced at the stupid waitress beside her, then waved her hand and said, Go and do your work, I'll greet you here!

After arranging Zhao Guoyang and Bai Rou to sit down, Sun Yumei personally made a pot of tea for them and brought them over.

Old classmate, it's been a while since you came to my shop! I have greeted the managers in both the west and east branches of the city. If you come, I will give you a 50% discount...

Zhao Guoyang smiled, thanked his old classmate for his kindness, pointed to the vacant seat next to him and said, Yumei, if you're not busy, let's sit down and chat, I just have something to ask you!

Nothing happened, so Sun Yumei agreed with a huh and said, Okay! Anyway, there won't be any business right now!

Seeing Sun Yumei's melancholy look, Zhao Guoyang asked the question from the bottom of his heart just now.

Yumei, why don't you install air conditioners in the lobby of your store? Considering your current profit in the store, installing two air conditioners shouldn't be a big expense, right?

Hearing this, Sun Yumei sighed and said, Guoyang, you think I don't want to install an air conditioner? You have seen the business in this store. The reason why it is so indifferent is because it is too hot, and people suffer from it. No.

It was okay when the weather was cold before, but after entering May, the store is like a stove.

But there is no way out, air conditioners are hard to buy with money! Although we are in Ninghai City, we are backed by the Qiulan Group. However, the current floor-standing air conditioners of the Qiulan Group are also restricted to local people. If you want to buy them, you have to rely on shopping. Tickets need to be reserved in advance...

Hearing Sun Yumei's sigh, Zhao Guoyang nodded silently.

Indeed, the air conditioners produced by the Qiulan Group are currently best-selling products across the country, and there is no need to worry about selling them.

If it can leave some shares in its own city, it is already very preferential treatment.

You know, after Qiulan Group made its fortune, even some leaders of Ninghai City were not taken seriously.

Don't worry about this matter, let me ask for you! It shouldn't be a big problem! Zhao Guoyang thought about it for a while, and then comforted him.

Sun Yumei's eyes lit up after hearing what her old classmate said.

She knew Zhao Guoyang very well, and knew that he never lied, let alone bragging.

Since he said that the problem is not big, there must be a way to solve it.

Guoyang, do you know someone from the 'Qiulan Group'? I've heard that their boss, Tao Tiezhu, seems to be quite difficult to talk to.

We have a big dealer in Yangcheng who wanted to represent Qiulan Group's products, but he offended Mr. Tao just because of one sentence, and finally lost the qualification of the general agent in Nanyue Province...

Seeing that Zhao Guoyang wanted to take this matter on her, Bai Rou couldn't help but remind her.

Seeing Bai Rou's concerned gaze, Zhao Guoyang chuckled lightly and said, Don't worry, Sister Bai, it's fine.

For some reason, seeing Zhao Guoyang's peaceful eyes, most of Bai Rou's worries disappeared immediately.

Maybe, this man has always given me the impression that he is too omnipotent. After discovering this, Bai Rou thought to himself.

Reassuring Bai Rou, Zhao Guoyang picked up his mobile phone, and was just about to dial when he remembered that his mobile phone was shut down.

Seeing him speechless, Bai Rou couldn't help but chuckle, and handed over her big brother.

Seeing this, Sun Yumei felt a burst of envy: Guoyang and this Miss Bai are the real big bosses.

After taking over the mobile phone, Zhao Guoyang thought for a while and dialed the number of Liu Yaohong, director of Guangling Machinery and Electronics Industry Bureau.

Maybe because it was a break at noon, the phone rang seven or eight times before getting through.

Hearing Liu Yaohong's voice from inside, Zhao Guoyang quickly reported himself: Hello Director Liu, I'm Zhao Guoyang!

Hearing that it was Zhao Guoyang, Liu Yaohong on the other end of the phone immediately cheered up.

Brother Guoyang? Haha, you are so busy, you finally have time to call me?

After the last All-Terrain Vehicle seminar, I said I would meet with you. I just heard from Director Mu that you seem to be on business trips abroad, so I gave up...

After hearing what Director Liu said, Zhao Guoyang felt a little embarrassed.

Indeed, Director Liu mentioned this before. It's just that I've been too busy during this time, and I forgot to make an appointment with Director Liu.

Liu Yaohong was very cheerful, and after joking for a few words, he said bluntly: Hehe, let's stop talking. I know that you are a busy person, Brother Guoyang, and you are going to the capital to participate in the 'All Terrain Vehicle' standard competition soon. Have you compiled it? It’s been hard work...

By the way, brother, you called me today. What's the matter? Just tell me if you have something to do, and the brother who can help will definitely help you. You can't let you go to the capital to 'work' with worries, right?

Hearing this, Zhao Guoyang scratched his head and said, Director Liu, that's what happened...

After Zhao Guoyang explained the difficulties he encountered here, Liu Yaohong laughed and said, Ah, brother Guoyang, you have a friend who wants to buy a floor-standing air conditioner. Hey, it's a trivial matter, and I will take care of it!

Liu Yaohong is not bragging, Guangling Machinery and Electronics Industry Bureau happens to be in charge of the Qiulan Group.

No matter how strong that Boss Tao is, he has to give some face to this Director Liu.

A few floor-standing air conditioners are really insignificant to Liu Yaohong.

Brother Guoyang, don't worry, there's no need for the shopping ticket. I'll call Lao Tao right now, give me the phone number of your friend's store, and someone should be there to install it in the afternoon!

Liu Yaohong said solemnly.

Okay, Director Liu, I'll report it to you right away! Zhao Guoyang agreed, while winking at Sun Yumei, who was eager to see through.

After realizing it, Sun Yumei quickly waved to the waiter at the counter and asked her to bring the pen and paper over.

664...Okay, I'll write it down! Brother Guoyang, just let your friend rest assured and wait!

After Zhao Guoyang reported his number, Liu Yaohong said with a smile.