Pengcheng Automobile's production base has been under construction for more than half a year. Shao Yu usually keeps an eye on the progress there, and Lin Yi just goes over to check it out when it's convenient.
"How's the construction going?"
"Very smooth."
Shao Yu is not reporting good news or bad news, but seeking truth from facts. “First of all, the local government attaches great importance to the project of our large automobile manufacturer and has provided great convenience in almost all aspects.”
"Secondly, the company itself has made great efforts, and the team members are basically devoted to the project, working hard and dedicated to complete the project and put it into production as soon as possible."
Shao Yu was not talking about himself, but the engineers below, but of course Lin Yi would not ignore his contribution.
Lin Yi is very ruthless when employing people. People who want to live a normal life are not suitable to work under him, at least not at Pengcheng Automobile.
In this regard, he is very similar to his American counterpart who was born in South Africa.
Lin Yi is more disciplined than other bosses. He believes that the way he expresses respect for talents is very market-oriented.
"You have to give me enough money!"
Pengcheng Automobile has already done financing since it became independent from Wanli Travel, but it will not burn money like Wanli Travel and rely on investors for long-term blood transfusions.
After the production base is completed and the vehicle rolls off the production line, revenue will be generated.
Pengcheng Automobile also has more room for shares to allocate to the team. The top and bottom teams can more or less get a share, including Lin Yi.
Therefore, Lin Yi's shareholding ratio in Pengcheng Automobile is also higher than that of Wanli Travel. After the latter's listing, he can also cash out by pledging shares, and then use it to increase his holdings in this car-making project with high hopes.
Lin Yi originally wanted to talk about overtime pay, but Shao Yu hadn't finished talking yet.
"If nothing unexpected happens, Pengcheng Automobile's Yuezhou production base is expected to be completed before the end of the lunar calendar."
"After the new year starts, we can start trial production."
Of course Lin Yi hopes that the construction speed will be as fast as possible, but this level is a surprise, and he does not hesitate to praise Shao Yu's work results.
Shao Yu added: "I dare not take credit. In fact, there is another person who made a great contribution to the construction of this production base. I must report it to you."
"you say."
"It's Mr. Zhou."
Of course Lin Yi knew who Mr. Zhou he was talking about was Gu Caiwei's father Zhou Zecheng.
When Lin Yi visited at the beginning of the year, Zhou Zecheng asked about the construction of the production base and exchanged contact information with Shao Yu, saying that if he encountered any difficulties locally, he could go to him.
"It's not that I took the initiative to seek help from Mr. Zhou, but that Mr. Zhou cares about us very much. He comes to ask me every now and then, and occasionally comes in person."
"Our project is registered with the city, so we won't encounter any deliberate difficulties, but minor troubles are inevitable, and Mr. Zhou helped solve many of them."
Lin Yi was surprised: "Why didn't you say it before?"
Shao Yu explained: "Mr. Zhou said that this small favor is just a small effort. If I tell you specifically, it seems like I am asking for credit."
"But now that the completion of the project is in sight, I thought it wouldn't be right to let him do this without leaving his name, so I'd better tell you."
Lin Yi understood.
Shao Yu's previous hesitation must have been due to the special relationship between Zhou Zecheng and Lin Yi. Lin Yi did not criticize him harshly for this.
But since Lin Yi already knew about this, he could no longer pretend to be deaf and dumb, so he came to the door again with a trunk full of gifts.
"This is a big deal, Lin Yi."
"It's not a joke, Uncle Zhou. You have helped me so much during this period, but I didn't realize it until now. It's really rude. I'm here to apologize today."
Zhou Zecheng waved his hand and said: "No, the factory director you appointed, Shao, may be young and does not have much experience in the automobile industry, but his mind and character are impeccable. He is a rare talent."
"To be honest, I can't see young people like this in my own sunset industry."
"The reason why I can help a little is simply because I have lived in Yuezhou for twenty years longer than him."
"When doing business, you come into contact with many and varied people. People in the yamen, on the street, as well as people from all walks of life and even urban foxes and rats who can't get on the stage. You can all have a few words to say."
"I'm so thin that it won't work well outside of Yuezhou City. Fortunately, your automobile factory is located right here, so it can play a small role."
"Even without me, your relationship is enough to make things smooth. It's just a matter of spending some energy."
Lin Yi knew that was not the case.
Yes, if there is really a problem with their project, they can go to the leaders at the provincial and municipal levels to solve it.
But the leader is so busy, he can’t just bother him with trivial matters, right?
It is precisely this kind of problem that we often encounter, so with Zhou Zecheng, a local snake who has been rooted in the local area for 20 years, many things have been simplified.
He said that it was just a matter of spending more energy, and with Zhou Zecheng's help, the construction period was indeed achieved.
And it's one thing how useful it is, and another thing whether it helps or not. Lin Yi's feelings must not be taken seriously.
"Uncle Zhou is so humble. I have heard of your name in the city."
"I have been around for twenty years, but I have nothing but a little fame."
In any case, Lin Yi solemnly expressed his gratitude, and Zhou Zecheng also accepted it.
Later, Zhou Zecheng told him many things. Yuezhou is a place where noble people are born, and the water is very deep. It was half sharing and half giving advice.
That day, Lin Yi was left with a meal at home and met Zhou Zecheng's mother, who was Gu Caiwei's grandmother. Naturally, he called her "grandma".
"well."
The old man was very old, so Lin Yi chatted with her for a while, mainly listening to her talk about what happened to Gu Caiwei when she was a child before the divorce.
Zhou Zecheng also told him: "Ruolin, Xiaowei's younger brother, is usually at school. Next time you come over, I will bring him back in advance and you can meet him."
This is the way to introduce new family members.
Before Lin Yi said goodbye, he walked with Zhou Zecheng in the yard and listened to his chat.
"Xiaowei is no longer that idol and has started to transform into a singer. I saw you admitted it online some time ago. This is good."
"Few people except relatives know about my relationship with Xiaowei. Most of my business friends know that I have a daughter."
"I am very proud of her, but I have never shown it off."
"After all, a single-parent family is not a glorious thing. Her mother and I don't want too many people to know about it. It can be regarded as a kind of protection."
"So this time I became interested in your production base. Some local friends were confused and asked me jokingly what my relationship was with Pengcheng Automobile and whether I secretly bought shares."