Chapter 2651
The Person in the Dim Light
Chapter 2651 The Person in the Dim Light
The four nine cities, foreign trade.
Li Rong was sitting in her office, with Li Shengli, who had just returned after receiving the news, in front of her.
"Xiao Li, I've brought you back this time because I have an important task for you."
Li Rong looked at the somewhat weathered young man in front of her and spoke in a kind tone.
Li Shengli smiled and said, "Boss, just tell me what the task is. Don't you know me?"
Li Rong's face showed relief upon hearing this, but her heart was filled with guilt.
Back when he was in the foreign trade city, the person in front of him was one he had selected from the college.
She still remembers the scene: a group of energetic young people, their faces still showing signs of immaturity, their hearts filled with revolutionary fervor.
Later, these young people entered the foreign trade industry and became her most capable subordinates.
Over the years, some people have traveled far and wide, some have been stationed elsewhere, and some have already passed away.
Today, the once energetic young people have become weathered and worn.
“I remember you entered the foreign trade industry in 50.”
Li Rong picked up her teacup and reminisced.
Li Shengli held up the enamel mug with both hands; it contained a glass of water.
"Yes, that was right after liberation!"
Thinking back to those years, Li Shengli also showed a nostalgic expression.
Then, upon hearing Li Rong say that, Li Shengli instinctively thought of something.
It seems I'm about to adjust my work schedule.
"Later I went to the Alliance, where I worked with Director Wang for three years. Then I went to North Goguryeo, where I worked for five years."
"After being separated from Goguryeo, it has been moving around the constituent republics surrounding Kazakhstan."
"I didn't return to work at headquarters until last year."
Lee Seungri spoke casually, while Lee Rong looked down at her water glass.
After Li Shengli finished speaking, Li Rong said with a hint of sadness, "These past years, you've been traveling around all the time. It must have been tough."
"What's so hard about it? As long as I can do something for the revolution, I don't feel it's hard."
Li Shengli put down the jar, his expression resolute.
How are your family members?
Li Rong spoke again.
The determination on Li Shengli's face vanished abruptly, replaced by a look of guilt.
"My mother passed away the year before last, and my eldest and second eldest brothers helped with the funeral arrangements."
Li Shengli looked somber.
He knelt at the grave all day that day.
That day, he got himself very drunk.
"Before my mother passed away, she always wanted me to bring a wife back with me."
Lee Seungri suddenly laughed, but then he couldn't laugh anymore.
Li Rong took a deep breath. "The organization will make arrangements for you."
"No need, I'm used to being alone."
"Don't bother the organization."
Li Shengli waved his hand, but Li Rong took the matter to heart.
"Let's get down to business."
Li Rong composed herself, while Li Shengli's expression turned serious.
"Comrade Li Shengli, in view of your past performance in your work, you have made great contributions to the revolutionary construction on many occasions."
"With the approval of higher authorities, Comrade Li Shengli is hereby appointed as the General Manager of Great Wall Motors Group. It is hoped that Comrade Li Shengli will continue to work hard for the revolution and construction in the future."
As Li Rong spoke, she took out an appointment letter from the drawer.
Lee Seungri was completely stunned.
Am I leaving the foreign trade industry?
Great Wall Motors Group?
What is this ghost?
General Manager?
What is this for?
Just as Li Shengli was looking puzzled, Li Rong handed him the letter of appointment, which Li Shengli took instinctively.
Before he could ask any questions, Li Rong pushed another report forward.
"I know you have many questions in your mind. You can take a look at this document."
"I believe you will understand after reading this."
"Also, I was the one who recommended you for the position of general manager."
"Because I think you are the most suitable person."
Lee Seungri quickly put down the appointment letter, picked up the documents, and began to read them.
Li Rong wasn't in a hurry and waited quietly to the side.
It wasn't until Lee Seungri had carefully read through all the documents that he closed the file in surprise. When he looked at Lee Yong again, he was still incredulous.
How did they end up collaborating?
That's a capitalist market.
this.
This can't be fake, can it?
Just then, Li Rong's voice came through, "Doesn't it feel unreal?"
Lee Seungri immediately nodded, "A little."
Li Rong didn't care, because she didn't believe it when she first heard about it.
If Mr. Chen hadn't told her personally, she would have taken it as a joke.
But then, Old Chen appeared, and people from the Ninth Department were also present. It was said that the person from the West Garden also had support, which made her realize how firm the will of those above was.
"Don't worry, this matter was specially approved by the higher-ups, just to see if this path can be followed."
"It's kind of an experiment, I suppose."
Lee Seungri nodded blankly, then quickly regained his composure.
Over the years, he has become more disciplined and knows how to stay calm in the face of anything.
Besides, this was a task assigned from above, leaving no room for negotiation.
"Sir, what are Great Wall Motors' future plans?"
Since he was going to be the general manager, Li Shengli needed to prepare early and understand his superiors' intentions as soon as possible.
Seeing that Lee Seungri got into character so quickly, Lee Rong nodded with satisfaction.
"The higher-ups don't have many requirements; they just want to see how far you can go."
Hearing Li Rong say this, Li Shengli immediately breathed a sigh of relief.
What he fears most is wanting both things at once, and what he worries about most is an outsider instructing an expert.
"Oh, right, there's some good news too."
A look of joy appeared on Li Rong's face as she took out another document from the drawer. "This is news from Persia. The branch factory has been completed and can officially start production in October."
"Also, this is news from West Germany: our 'Velociraptor' cars have achieved great success at the auto show. A businessman is willing to offer $100,000 to buy them, and in considerable quantities."
"One hundred thousand? That's so expensive!"
Li Shengli asked in surprise, "This price is...it's not normal."
Li Rong smiled and nodded, "Our cars are excellent, so this price is not unexpected."
Lee Seungri was even more surprised.
Could it be that domestically made cars are really that good?
Li Rong spoke again, "Go to the Ninth Department to coordinate the specifics!"
"The answer will be there."
Li Shengli nodded, "Okay, I'll go right away."
"No rush, I'll give you a holiday, you can go after the National Day holiday."
Li Rong called out to Li Shengli and then handed him an envelope.
"Wait a minute, you can take this first."
The latter took it suspiciously, then gently opened it. "This, this is an invitation to the dinner?"
Li Rong laughed and said, "Take care of yourself before you go, don't look so sloppy."
"After all, it's the face of our foreign trade."
Li Shengli quickly stood up and said, "Yes, from now on, no matter where I am, I will always be a person in the foreign trade industry."
Li Rong nodded with satisfaction, "Go ahead, the Ninth Division is a more dynamic platform, do your best."
Time flew by and it was October 1st.
Under a clear sky, a gentle breeze, and warm sunshine, flags fluttered and cheers resounded. Yang Xiaotao, leading his wife and children, arrived around the square.
The crowds were huge, and heads were everywhere.
Yang Xiaotao and Ran Qiuye stood together, surrounded by the lively sounds of children.
Ran Qiuye held Yang Xiaotao's hand, a happy smile on her face, "In the past few years, you were always on top, and we were on the bottom."
"Now, we're equals."
Yang Xiaotao smiled knowingly upon hearing this; he understood that it was his wife's comfort.
He looked up at the tall building, then gripped his wife's hand tightly. "Yes, we're equals now."
"Then, dear Madam, could you please leave the door open for me tonight and let me in?"
Ran Qiuye looked up at the convoy passing by and nodded slightly, "I'll leave the door open for you."
Yang Xiaotao's smile grew even brighter.
No matter when, you'll always have a wife who leaves the door open for you, so what's there to worry about?
In the morning, the family enjoyed the festive atmosphere and the exciting moments.
After lunch, Yang Xiaotao brought his family to the Ninth Division, where the entire organization's celebration was in full swing.
Finally, in the evening, Yang Xiaotao sent Ran Qiuye back to the courtyard house, asked Wangcai to look after the house, left Xiaowei behind, and then drove to the banquet venue.
By the time the car stopped, it was already getting dark.
However, the area around the entrance was brightly lit, illuminating the road.
On both sides were soldiers on duty, each with a dignified bearing and upright posture.
Yang Xiaotao didn't look around much and walked straight inside.
This isn't my first time here; I know my way around.
However, Yang Xiaotao had to admit that the food served here was really good.
Those master chefs really took the time to carefully study and practice.
It's not that he can't do it, it's just that he doesn't have the time.
When they arrived at the door, they saw Li Hongfeng and Liu Huaimin waiting on the side.
Yang Xiaotao walked up and greeted them before the three of them entered the banquet hall together.
At this time, most of the tables inside were full of people.
A staff member came forward to greet and guide him, but Yang Xiaotao didn't intend to talk to anyone and followed the staff member to his seat.
After arriving at his seat, Liu Huaimin frowned slightly, but quickly relaxed.
This is the rightmost seat. Although it's in the first row, the location isn't good; it's not as good as the second or third row, which is closer to the middle.
The lighting here is a bit dim, especially.
But thinking back to what had happened before, Liu Huaimin and Li Hongfeng felt relieved.
This dinner was also a task assigned by Mr. Chen and his colleagues.
As long as the task is completed, that's fine.
The two planned to eat something and then leave with Yang Xiaotao.
No one can justify this.
With that in mind, the two quickly walked to the three empty seats and sandwiched Yang Xiaotao in the middle.
Yang Xiaotao was unaware of the two people's thoughts. He simply sat down, nodded to the six people at the table, and then waited for the meal to begin.
However, Yang Xiaotao was not familiar with these six people, but these six people were very familiar with Yang Xiaotao.
None of the six expected that Yang Xiaotao would be sitting here.
In their minds, not to mention Yang Xiaotao, even people from the Ninth Department would have to be placed in the middle.
Was this arrangement intentional?
After a brief introduction, the group did not develop a deeper relationship.
Even when speaking, they keep their voices low and only communicate with the people around them.
Yang Xiaotao and the other two were not surprised.
After all, no one who comes here is a fool; they all have that much sense.
People at the surrounding tables frequently glanced over, their faces displaying various expressions.
As the staff brought the prepared dishes to the table, the banquet was about to begin.
A short while later, the person in charge of hosting the banquet appeared on the stage.
a woman.
Yang Xiaotao glanced at it, then focused his attention on the dining table.
As soon as a dish of Four Happiness Meatballs was served, while everyone else was still listening attentively, Yang Xiaotao had already reached for his chopsticks.
"Old Li, this lion's head meatball is good, have a taste."
As he spoke, he placed another one on Li Hongfeng's plate, and then placed one on Liu Huaimin's plate as well.
In an instant, the four-happiness meatballs on the table became one-happiness meatballs.
Upon seeing this, Li Hongfeng and Liu Huaimin both twitched their lips. Although they were determined to eat something and leave, they didn't need to eat like this.
What will the people sitting at the same table think?
But Yang Xiaotao didn't care at all; he just ate whatever was delicious.
The other six people looked at Yang Xiaotao and his two companions differently.
They just didn't dare to move, especially since there were people talking up there.
Finally, after the closing remarks, everyone began to enjoy the banquet's food.
However, the other six people at Yang Xiaotao's table looked at the fact that almost half of the dishes were missing and felt like crying.
At this point, what's the point of being reserved? Quickly eat a couple of bites, or the rest will end up in that person's stomach too.
Just as the six of them picked up their chopsticks, someone walked over. Everyone looked over and saw Old Huang walking over with a wine glass in his hand, followed by Old Xia and Old Niu.
Everyone was shocked.
Is the leader starting to offer toasts?
But look at the table in the middle, it's obvious there isn't one.
Just as the six people were wondering, Old Huang came up to them and said calmly, "Make way for me."
Old Niu narrowed his eyes, and a murderous aura emanated from his body.
One of the six immediately stood up and said, "Commander, please sit here."
Old Huang nodded, and then the three of them went over and sat down, putting down their wine glasses as they did so.
Yang Xiaotao looked up at Huang Lao and the other two, somewhat surprised.
"You guys have quite an appetite."
Old Xia said with a smile, and Liu Huaimin quickly added, "It's alright, it's alright."
The remaining three people at the table were still somewhat confused, but then someone else came over.
Everyone looked over and saw it was Elder Zhang from the Third Ministry of Machine Building, with two people behind him.
The three exchanged a glance and quickly stood up.
Old Zhang didn't say anything, but pulled out a chair and sat down.
Now everyone was completely baffled.
Then another commotion broke out.
Yang Xiaotao was about to greet Elder Zhang when he saw Elder Wang and Elder Qin leading their people toward this side, followed by Elder Zhou, Elder Song, and a few others.
This caused a stir throughout the banquet hall, with many people standing up to see what had happened.
At this moment, Yang Xiaotao could no longer sit still and quickly put down his chopsticks and stood up.
"Master, you...you don't need to."
Seeing that Mr. Qian had walked up to him, Yang Xiaotao quickly spoke up.
Old Qian patted Yang Xiaotao on the shoulder with a smile, "It's nothing, it's just a meal, can't we take a walk around?"
Old Wang chuckled from the side, "That's right, we're here now, we've heard everything, so what difference does it make where we drink this wine?"
Old Qin nodded, "Old Wang's words make sense."
Old Tao patted Yang Xiaotao on the shoulder without saying a word, simply sitting quietly in the seat Li Hongfeng had given up, his eyes scanning the surroundings with a smile on his lips.
But those in the know understand that this person is in charge of the grain sacks, and no one should mess with him.
Seeing the scene around him, Yang Xiaotao shook his head and smiled helplessly, then felt a sharp gaze upon him.
Look towards the stage.
When a gaze fell upon him, Yang Xiaotao suddenly felt confident. He met the gaze with a faint smile, appearing completely calm and collected.
A moment later, that gaze shifted away.
Yang Xiaotao then greeted the person who came in front of him with a smile, but a sense of pride rose in his heart.
I have connections, I'm still young, I'm not afraid of you!