For Ning Weimin, the significance of the "Plaza Agreement" and the chain reaction it generated.
It's not just as simple as him being alone in Tokyo, watching his personal net worth skyrocketing step by step.
Because there are many people in the country who participated in the layout with him, and people who have a relationship with him in one way or another, they are also silently paying attention to this matter.
Whether he knows it or not, whether he wants it or not, the fate of these people and the trajectory of many things will be affected by this incident to varying degrees.
September 24, Tuesday, 19:05 pm, lobby on the first floor of Tianqiao Department Store.
Yin Yue, who has been busy all day, has just arranged tomorrow's work content for three specialty stores and walked out.
Carrying a handbag, she looked at her watch and found that it was less than an hour before the actual shopping mall proofing.
But since she was able to get off work, she didn't just leave to find her bicycle.
Instead, he concentrated on walking to the corner of the hall and quietly looked at the scene where the lights were still bright, people were crowded, and people were queuing up in an orderly manner.
And when observing this scene, he showed a look of relief and satisfaction.
For no other reason than because she managed the three specialty stores "Guofeng", "Playboy" and "Champs Elysées" for Ning Weimin.
I find that when customers choose ready-to-wear clothing, they tend to worry about the waist and trouser length when it comes to clothing size.
Therefore, taking the actual needs of customers into consideration, she contacted Aunt Bian through Su Jin from Meishi Street Garment Factory a few days ago.
It is hoped that four more skilled people can be deployed from the street sewing club to change clothes for customers on-site at Tianqiao Department Store for a long time.
The remuneration of these four people is calculated on a piece-by-piece basis, which is paid out daily by several specialty stores under Yin Yue, but the service is provided free of charge to customers with shopping receipts from the three specialty stores.
After the two parties successfully reached a cooperation agreement, Yin Yue also received strong support and full cooperation from Tianqiao Department Store.
The mall not only agreed to set up a reception counter on the left side of the stairs in the first-floor lobby and added lighting facilities to facilitate the work of several tailors, but also appreciated Yin Yue's additional suggestions for on-site order considerations.
Then, in response to her request, we decisively planned a special channel for queuing with yellow lines on the ground.
Electricians were also arranged to hoist an 18-inch color TV on an iron frame above the reception counter to relieve customers' boredom.
As a result, on Monday this week, as soon as the four sewing machines were put out and the free service was advertised, it really got off to a good start and was well received and welcomed by customers.
And there is an unexpected surprise. Not only many customers of Pierre Cardin discount stores also hope to enjoy such services.
After effective communication between the two stores, I happily joined the queue.
Even many people who bought fabrics on the second floor and planned to make their own clothes, or hired tailors, saw how popular the sewing club on the first floor was and heard that it was the designated service provider of several specialty stores. They also took the initiative to ask if they would accept garment making.
business.
No, the second day was busier than yesterday, which not only significantly boosted the sales of Yin Yue's specialty stores and Pierre Cardin discount stores.
Even the amount of clothing business undertaken by sewing clubs and the number of customers in shopping malls have increased significantly!
It can be said that everyone is very happy.
Moreover, there is another good phenomenon in the store that Yin Yue did not expect, that is, the single customer transaction rate has increased.
This means that the products in the store are more attractive to consumers, and there are more regular and repeat customers, probably because of the promotion effect of this free service.
Naturally, Yin Yue believes that when this service is reported by the media and becomes more widely known, the number of customers who come here will reach a higher number.
The only thing that makes people a little worried is that it is too busy, which is much more than expected, and the sewing club seems to be a bit overwhelmed.
No, as soon as he thought of this, a voice sounded next to Yin Yue, who also raised this question.
"Manager Yin, fortunately you haven't left yet. I have something to discuss with you. It's about the arrangements for the sewing club. Can we talk now?"
Yin Yue turned around and saw a handsome man in a white shirt. He turned out to be Su Jin, the director of the street clothing factory.
"Hey, Director Su, are you there? If you have something to say, please don't be polite."
"Yes...it's like this. You have also seen it. The four people in the sewing club are simply too busy now. At least four more people have to be transferred to make it enough. But this place is not enough. I am afraid that the other side of the stairs will be occupied."
Can you...can you...can you..."
Facing Yin Yue's smiling face, Su Jin, who had never known shyness, suddenly felt a little nervous.
I don't know why, but I got stuck and suddenly couldn't speak anymore.
But Yin Yue was a smart girl who could listen to what she was told, so she spoke up for him.
"Do you need me to communicate with the mall? This is a good thing. The mall will also support it. I don't think there is a problem. Is there enough manpower in the sewing club? They are all aunties who can work in their spare time. People who have time to come here
There are only a few of them, so even changing shifts will be difficult, right?"
"Yes, it is indeed a bit tight, but it doesn't matter. The factory is now a bit relaxed in terms of manpower. We can spare two people to help first, which will at least help solve the pattern-making business."
Yin Yue immediately nodded happily.
"That's it, then I'll negotiate with the mall tomorrow. I think one morning is almost enough. Well, if you send someone over tomorrow afternoon, it should be no problem."
"That...that's great, but...there's one more thing..."
"besides?"
Facing Yin Yue's unexpected and puzzled look, Su Jin's heart beat suddenly twice more, and she was immediately speechless.
And then he felt ashamed for his failure.
He coughed twice, quietly took a deep breath, finally regained some composure, and softly spoke out his plan.
"Manager Yin, you arranged for people from the sewing club to alter clothes on site. It is indeed a clever move. Not only does it kill two birds with one stone, but the effect is really good. But based on my observation this afternoon, I discovered a problem. It is that the specific size issue is too difficult to discuss.
It takes time and energy. Customers and tailors often have to take out rulers and compare face-to-face for a long time to determine how to make changes. This directly leads to a longer queue time. In fact, some customers are smarter and probably often make their own clothes.
I know how to use my fingers to measure, and I can do it myself in advance. I just need to meet and tell the tailor how many fingers to use. So I thought, if all customers can have an idea in advance, it will definitely improve efficiency. How about..."
Unexpectedly, Yin Yue, who had just reached this point after hearing Su Jin's words, understood it clearly and couldn't help but take the initiative to intervene.
"...How about we prepare some leather tape measures and pens and paper for measuring clothes to facilitate customers, so that they can measure and record them before queuing up. Great! Director Su, your suggestion is great, and you have practical experience.
Ah. It’s my fault that I didn’t think of it and caused trouble to the tailor masters. Don’t worry, I will implement this matter tomorrow.”
Su Jin couldn't help but be full of surprises at Yin Yue's response and appreciation.
First, he didn't expect Yin Yue's brain to be so fast, and it was really easy to talk to smart people.
Secondly, he also felt that his ability was not worthy of mention. This girl was the truly talented master, and he deserved such praise.
So I became busy and humble.
"Manager Yin, please don't say that. You are only thinking about big things, how can you think about these trivial things. I only thought of it because I think about making clothes every day. It's not my ability."
"It can't be said that if you can satisfy customers, you can increase sales. How can this be a trivial matter? Why is it not your ability? Director Su, you really reminded me that you got it right in time. I'm so grateful. Otherwise, we wouldn't
You're just here, why don't I buy you a cigarette, just to express my feelings. Whether it's Peony or Hilton, you choose whatever you want, don't be polite to me, and don't dislike it."
"Ah? How is this possible? No, no, no. You thank me? Then how should I thank you? Just say that you help count the sales of goods in the store every week. That is really a big help to me. Otherwise, how can the factory
Can it operate so well, with no backlog, and maintain simultaneous growth in output and profits?"
"This is not my fault, I just provided some market feedback information. The key deciding factor is that the clothes in the factory are of good style and quality..."
"What's the matter? Isn't marketing important? Why does every company have to build a brand and advertise?"
At this point, both of them laughed happily and sincerely.
There was both relief and appreciation for each other in this smile.
However, just when the atmosphere is getting better, it is very conducive for them to further delve into the topic and deepen their working friendship.
It was also when Su Jin began to realize that he had made a mistake and regretted that he had just missed such a good opportunity. He was about to make amends and invited Yin Yue to have dinner with him as a thank you.
On the color TV hanging high above the heads of the customers in line, a sudden international news item from the "Xinwen Lianbo" column suddenly attracted Yin Yue's attention.
It was like a hypnosis immediately, attracting her spirit and eyes.
Su Jin also walked over subconsciously.
As a result, he looked at the TV screen with curiosity, and it became even more strange.
Because he discovered that what was being broadcast on TV was about the opening of the Tokyo stock market and the foreign exchange market that day, and they were going hand in hand!
He could not imagine at all what significance such news would have to Yin Yue, and how far away it was from their lives!
At the scene, all the customers in line showed little interest in the collective excitement of Japan's financial market, and turned a deaf ear to the predictions of economists analyzing data.
Almost everyone acted as if it had nothing to do with them. No one knew what the stock market and the foreign exchange market were.
It doesn’t matter if it goes up or down!
Everyone was still chatting about things they were interested in.
For example, how do you change your clothes? What TV show will you play tonight?
There are also all kinds of filial piety, daily necessities, food, rice, oil and salt...
Only Yin Yue was watching here intently.
He was so focused that he was so moved that he even couldn't help but clenched his fists and waved them quietly twice.
Why is she so excited?
What does this have to do with her?
After the news finally ended, Su Jin couldn't help but stare at Yin Yue's beautiful side face and asked, regardless of the abruptness.
Unexpectedly, Yin Yue's smile became even brighter.
"Mr. Ning! Mr. Ning is so awesome! He is in Japan! Don't you know? I'm so happy! Everything goes well for Mr. Ning in Tokyo!"
Su Jin was completely stunned, even though he knew that Ning Weimin went to Japan.
But he never expected that Ning Weimin, who was already in Tokyo, would be involved in this matter. Yin Yue was actually happy for him and cheered for him.
He suddenly felt inexplicably sad, but he still resisted and continued to inquire.
"What's wrong with Mr. Ning? Isn't he on business? What does he have to do with this news?"
However, despite being elated, Yin Yue refused to reveal anything more and just bid farewell to him politely.
"Director Su, I'm really tired today. If there's nothing else to do, I'll leave first. We'll see you tomorrow..."
Su Jin was not stupid enough and quickly seized the last chance.
"Hey, Manager Yin, are you hungry? I haven't eaten either. Otherwise, let's eat something outside together and I'll take you back. Look, it's already dark and the road is not easy to walk. You're a girl...
…”
Unexpectedly, Yin Yue shook her head and thanked her directly.
"No, thank you, Director Su, for your kindness. I'm in a hurry and have to go to class."
"Class? Accounting. Don't you have classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday? Today is Tuesday?"
And the following words revealed information that made Su Jin, who was deeply in love with her, heartbroken.
"I'm studying Japanese at Radio and TV University. I have to go back and listen to the radio..."
"Learn Japanese?"
"Yes, Mr. Ning's focus in recent years should be on Japan. I think it will definitely be helpful for him to learn more. Okay, that's it, goodbye."
"Goodbye...bye..."
Ah? Is it all because of him? Could it be that Yin Yue...will also go to Japan?
Yes, I should have understood earlier.
Otherwise, why would Manager Ning go abroad with confidence and actually hand over such a large industry to a girl's family to manage it on his behalf?
Is there any need to talk about their relationship?
Su Jin stared at Yin Yue's graceful retreating figure in a daze.
Although his heart was clearly in twitching pain at this time, the reason of being self-aware and the morality of being grateful and repaying others together made him restrain and make concessions that went against his personal emotions.
After all, Ning Weimin was also his great benefactor!
Besides, how could he deserve such a strong, intelligent, studious and beautiful girl?
How can he compare himself with Manager Ning of Pierre Cardon Company who wants talent and good looks?
It was obvious that the two of them were a match made in heaven, so why did he have to be a frog in a well who covets swans and bring shame on himself?
It seems that the tickets for the "Temple of Heaven Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival" he hid in his trouser pocket will never have another chance to be delivered to Yin Yue.
But...fortunately, I haven't had time to say this yet, otherwise it would have been awkward. How could we work together in the future?
Now...at least I can still see her often...
On this day, at this moment, Su Jin truly realized the feeling of "treasuring your heart and never spitting it out".