OBS Chapter 619 Delivery Too Busy
Chapter 619 Delivery Too Busy
Two weeks later, the head of the task force personally came to the factory to inform Li Xiangyang of the progress of the investigation.
"Director Li, after this period of investigation, we have obtained a large amount of evidence of illegal activities by Huanan Investment." The team leader was a middle-aged man in his fifties.
"What about Zhang Wei and the others?" Li Xiangyang asked with concern.
"Zhang Wei has been apprehended and is under investigation," the team leader said. "The men who went to your house last night have also given a lot of answers."
Wang Ergou asked from the side, "Where is the boss of South China Investment?"
"He's escaped." The team leader's face was grim. "Lin Zhiqiang left the provincial capital before our operation, and we don't know where he's gone now."
Li Xiangyang frowned: "Could he have other plans?"
"It's unlikely," the team leader shook his head. "He's barely managing to protect himself right now; he wouldn't have the energy to deal with you."
Despite what the team leader said, Li Xiangyang still felt uneasy.
Someone like Lin Zhiqiang, who dares to do such a big business, must be no ordinary person.
Even if they escape, they might still have other methods up their sleeves.
The intervention of the task force did have a deterrent effect, and the factory resumed normal operations in the following two weeks.
Several customers who had been scared away returned, and the order volume has basically recovered to its previous level.
"It seems our worries were unnecessary." Wang Ergou breathed a sigh of relief as he looked at the busy workers in the production workshop.
Li Xiangyang remained vigilant: "Ergou, tell the factory security to keep a close eye on things. While the South China investment matter has temporarily come to a halt, it doesn't mean it's completely over."
“I know,” Wang Ergou nodded. “I’ve already made the arrangements; the number of people patrolling tonight has doubled.”
That evening, Li Xiangyang returned to Xiaoliang Village.
His family was very happy to see that he looked much more relaxed.
"Xiangyang, I heard that South China Investment has been investigated?" Linzhi asked with concern.
"Yes, the special task force has already launched an investigation." Li Xiangyang sat down and picked up the tea that Li Xiaoyun handed him. "Mother, don't worry, no one will cause any more trouble."
"That's good, that's good." Lin Zhi breathed a long sigh of relief. "I haven't been able to sleep these past few days because I was so worried."
Li Xiaoyun sat down next to Li Xiangyang and asked softly, "Xiangyang, how much did the factory suffer?"
"Not much," Li Xiangyang said, holding his wife's hand. "We lost a few small clients, but the big ones are still here. And actually, this incident has increased our brand awareness."
This is true.
The continuous reports in the provincial newspaper have made Sanheshan Treasures Co., Ltd. well-known throughout the province, and many new customers have taken the initiative to contact us for cooperation.
"That's good." Li Xiaoyun leaned on Li Xiangyang's shoulder. "I was just afraid you'd act impulsively and ruin the family business."
"No, I won't." Li Xiangyang stroked his wife's hair. "I'm more cautious in my actions now than before, and I won't act impulsively."
Despite saying that, Li Xiangyang knew in his heart that if he encountered something like the South China Investment again, he would still choose to stand his ground to the end.
Some principles are non-negotiable.
One morning two weeks later, Li Xiangyang had just arrived at the factory when he saw Accountant Chen walking briskly towards him with a stack of fax papers.
"Xiangyang, great news!" Accountant Chen beamed. "Take a look at these faxes!"
Li Xiangyang took the fax and glanced at it, raising an eyebrow. It was full of letters of intent from new clients, and all of them were large orders.
"How is this going?"
"It's all because of those reports in the provincial newspaper," Accountant Chen explained excitedly. "Now the whole province knows that our factory is unyielding and produces high-quality goods. Many customers come here specifically because of that."
Wang Ergou also came over to look: "My God, Chuncheng Trading Company wants to order 50,000 sets, and Harbin Department Store wants 80,000 sets..."
Li Xiangyang carefully examined the faxes, feeling both pleased and cautious.
Although the hostile takeover by South China Investment caused trouble for the factory, the continuous reports in the provincial newspaper actually became the best advertisement. Now, businesses throughout the province know that Sanheshan Treasures Co., Ltd. is a company with backbone and principles.
"Accountant, have you verified the qualifications of these clients?" Li Xiangyang asked.
Having experienced the South China Investment incident, he became extremely cautious about new clients.
"I've checked them all," Accountant Chen assured him, patting his chest. "These are all long-established companies in the province; their reputations are impeccable."
"That's good." Li Xiangyang nodded. "However, we can't expand blindly. With our current production capacity, accepting so many orders will affect quality."
Wang Ergou suggested from the side, "Xiangyang, how about we hire some more people?"
“Hiring people is easy, but it's all for nothing if the equipment isn't up to par.” Li Xiangyang thought for a moment, “How about this, let's select a few major clients first and sign long-term cooperation agreements. We'll deal with the remaining orders as things go.”
Over the next few days, Li Xiangyang focused his main efforts on screening clients.
He asked Accountant Chen to create a detailed table listing all the customers' qualifications, order quantities, and payment terms.
"Xiangyang, look at this." Wang Ergou pointed to a line on the form, "Chuncheng Trading Company wants 50,000 sets, and it's cash on delivery."
Li Xiangyang examined it carefully: "Cash on delivery? That's a good deal. But 50,000 sets is too much; our current production capacity can't keep up."
"How about we take on a portion first?" Accountant Chen suggested. "For example, take on 20,000 units first, and then we'll discuss the rest."
Li Xiangyang shook his head: "In business, integrity is essential. Once you accept an order, you must complete it on time and with high quality. It's better to take on fewer orders than to ruin your reputation."
As they were talking, the sound of a car came from the factory gate.
A black sedan stopped at the entrance, and a middle-aged man in his forties got out of the car. He was dressed in a well-fitting suit and looked very impressive.
"Is Director Li here?" The middle-aged man walked into the office, his attitude very polite.
"I am Li Xiangyang." Li Xiangyang stood up. "And you are?"
"I am Sun Jianguo, the manager of Huasheng Trading Company in the provincial capital." The middle-aged man handed over a business card. "I've heard so much about you."
Li Xiangyang took the business card and looked at it. He had heard of Huasheng Trading Company; it was a relatively powerful trading company in the province.
"Manager Sun, please have a seat." Li Xiangyang gestured for him to sit down. "I wonder what brings you here today..."
“It’s like this, Director Li.” After sitting down, Sun Jianguo took out a document from his briefcase. “Huashang Trading has taken a liking to your factory’s product quality and reputation, and would like to discuss a major business deal with you.”
Li Xiangyang took the document and quickly scanned it, his brows gradually furrowing.
Order quantity: 300,000 sets of processed agricultural products, to be delivered in three batches of 100,000 sets each.
"Manager Sun," Li Xiangyang looked up, "your order quantity is indeed quite large. But I need to ask first, where are these goods going?"
"Mainly the southeastern coastal areas," Sun Jianguo said confidently. "The economy there is developing rapidly, and there is a great demand for high-quality agricultural products."
Wang Ergou glanced at the documents and whispered to Li Xiangyang, "Xiangyang, this order is too big, and the distance is too far. We can't handle the delivery."