Chapter 106: Duty-bound
Lin Hao followed Liao Jiarong to sit on the sofa nearby, holding a wine glass, and they started chatting privately.
"Vice President Liao, have you had a chance to look over the framework agreement for our cooperation?" Lin Hao asked about work-related matters.
Liao Jiarong glanced at Chairman Ma and responded softly, "I've already shown the framework agreement to the Chairman. I'm not sure about his decision yet, but whether we sign it or not probably depends on how happy he is after tonight's drinks."
"That's simple. We'll definitely make the Chairman happy with drinks tonight," Lin Hao understood immediately.
He took out his phone and sent a WeChat message to Director Cheng from the Investment Promotion Bureau, instructing the three ladies to keep the Chairman happy and subtly inquire about the signing.
As the three ladies in charge of investment promotion, they naturally understood Lin Hao's intentions and got right to action. As for when to bring up the signing, it would obviously be during the peak of the evening.
"Director Lin, I'll be heading to Wucheng County in a few days to oversee specific project implementations, and I might need to trouble you for some help." Liao Jiarong said with a smile.
"President Liao, no need to be formal. Just tell me what you need, and I'll definitely help!" Lin Hao responded cheerfully.
"We're here to establish a branch in Wucheng County, and we need office space and accommodations…" Liao Jiarong explained in detail.
Only then did Lin Hao realize that starting a new company wasn't easy, especially when it involved personnel arrangements, future employee recruitment, and securing partnerships with upstream and downstream vendors.
Partnerships with upstream and downstream vendors for the new energy company are essential. Without these supporting small companies, the leading company cannot be sustained.
"President Liao, as for the vendors you mentioned, leave it to me. Rest assured, I'll handle it. Regarding office space, I'll find you a prime location. As for accommodations, how many people are coming? I'll rent according to your needs..." Lin Hao took charge and promised to handle these matters.
In fact, last time, Su Dingzhang approached Lin Hao with the intention of becoming a supporting vendor for Red Era Group, just to get a piece of the pie.
This time, Lin Hao took on these tasks, allowing him to allocate some of it to the Su Family, giving his father-in-law a bit of face.
The Su Family's industry seemed decent in Wucheng County, but truly competitive industries were scarce. Even in real estate, they were struggling.
"This time, we have five or six people coming. Renting two three-bedroom apartments will be sufficient." Liao Jiarong calculated carefully.
"No problem at all. I'll help you find apartments right away when I get back." Lin Hao replied with a smile.
"I really don't know how to thank you, Director Lin. When I get to Wucheng County, I'll treat you to a meal and drinks." Liao Jiarong immediately took on the role of an older sister, instantly closing the gap between them.
"How could I let that happen? Since you're coming to invest in Wucheng County, I should be the one to host!" Lin Hao said with a smile.
"Why are you being so formal with me? Come on, let's have a drink!" Liao Jiarong, in high spirits, said.
She stood up and whispered a few words in Chairman Ma's ear, to which he nodded slightly, making Liao Jiarong smile instantly.
After she returned, she said to Lin Hao, "The Chairman said the signing ceremony will be held tomorrow morning. Red Era Group will sign a strategic cooperation framework agreement with Wucheng County, and there will be a brief press conference…"
"Is it going to be that grand? Thank you so much, Ms. Rong." Lin Hao, who knew his courtesy, casually called her sister, making Liao Jiarong laugh heartily.
After a meal and everyone's concerted efforts, the matter was settled, leaving Li Jingyi relieved.
As the leader of this investigation and research team, not even securing a framework agreement would indeed be embarrassing.
After the dinner, Mayor Zhang Yonghong, due to work the next day, returned to Wuning City immediately. After all, he wasn't sure how much evidence Lin Hao had against him; if relations soured, it wouldn't be worth it. So, it was better to leave early.
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After dinner, Lin Hao and the team checked into the hotel. Since this trip was reimbursed with public funds, they didn't bill Red Era Group, earning them even more respect from Chairman Ma.
After all, it was common for many government officials to have companies foot their bills during research and inspections, something many companies disliked.
Li Jingyi and Lin Hao personally sent Chairman Ma downstairs, and only after watching him drive away did they return to the hotel.
Although today's inspection and research were over, Li Jingyi immediately gathered everyone for a brief meeting to summarize the day's events and prepare for the signing ceremony tomorrow.
In fact, they only needed to attend the signing. The rest of the arrangements at the site were all managed by Liao Jiarong.
In the luxurious business suite, Director Cheng from the Investment Promotion Bureau and her team also came by. They worked hard that night and were feeling a bit tipsy.
Lin Hao proactively brewed them tea and had honey water prepared by the hotel to help alleviate their hangovers, showing just how meticulous and reliable he was.
"Today, we inspected Red Era Group's headquarters and their factories. We found their company to be very strong. Considering the information we have and the future of new energy development, if they invest in building a factory in Wucheng County, it will undoubtedly be an opportunity for us!" Li Jingyi said confidently, with a smile.
"Secretary Li, Red Era Group is a leading company in domestic new energy batteries. If they are willing to come to our Wucheng County, our county's economy will surely take off." Cheng Jiayao was equally excited.
"I heard just now that each of their production lines has a capacity of twelve billion a month. It's simply astonishing!" Xu Peiyu, Deputy Director of the Investment Promotion Bureau, chimed in.
Li Jingyi looked at Lin Hao and asked, "Director Lin, how are the arrangements for the signing ceremony coming along?"
"The signing ceremony will take place tomorrow morning at Red Era Group's headquarters. Friends from the media will be there to record and report, along with a small press conference. It concerns Red Era Group's development plans for the next three years. Secretary Li, you might have to answer some questions and give a brief speech…" Lin Hao explained the details of tomorrow's event.
"Since Red Era Group attaches such importance to this collaboration, I will immediately hold a video call with the county committee leaders to draft a feasible preferential policy and show our sincerity and determination in Wucheng County." Li Jingyi nodded slightly, pleased at heart.
As a leading company of new energy batteries and a publicly listed company, every strategic development step can influence the stock market. Therefore, major development information must be promptly disclosed, and evidently, Red Era Group intends to leverage this investment development plan to make some moves in the secondary market.