noffsinger Chapter 52 The fireworks were absolutely amazing!
Chapter 52 The fireworks were absolutely amazing!
The next morning, Zhaoyuan, carrying a large bag full of things and filled with happiness and anticipation, boarded the train back to Jinyang County.
After a long day's journey, the train slowly pulled into Jinyang Station on the second morning.
When Zhao Yuan got off the train, it was still early, and the bus home wouldn't arrive until around 1:00 PM.
Zhao Yuan then walked towards the Xinhua Bookstore compound.
Upon arriving at Director Tu Chenglong's office, Zhao Yuan knocked on the door.
Another middle-aged man opened the door.
"Who are you looking for?"
The middle-aged man asked.
"I'm looking for Director Tu Chenglong."
Zhao Yuan said with a smile.
"You must be Zhao Yuan. I am Ma Wenlong. Director Tu has been transferred to the Provincial Xinhua Bookstore as deputy director. He told me that a young man named Zhao Yuan will come to see him in the next few days."
Ma Wenlong introduced it with a smile.
"Yes, so you must be the newly appointed Director Ma. Hello, Director Ma."
Zhao Yuan said with a smile.
"Comrade Zhaoyuan, please sit down and have a cup of tea. From now on, I will be in charge of contacting you. Director Tu gave me all the instructions before he left. He originally wanted to tell you in person, but you went to Beijing and Director Tu was in a hurry to take up his post, so he entrusted me to tell you."
Ma Wenlong said with a smile.
"Okay, I'll have to trouble Director Ma from now on."
Zhao Yuan said with a smile.
"Comrade Zhaoyuan, there's something else. Starting yesterday, someone who speaks English called, seemingly looking for you. We couldn't understand them very well. There was someone on the other end who spoke some Chinese, and it seemed like they were looking for Zhaoyuan. This is the phone number they left."
Director Ma Wenlong continued.
“Really, it must be foreign businessmen Wilson and James.”
Zhao Yuan said excitedly, then took the paper with the phone number written on it.
"May I borrow your phone?"
Zhao Yuan asked.
"Of course, please follow me."
With a smile, Director Ma Wenlong led Zhao Yuan into the telephone room.
Zhao Yuan picked up the piece of paper with the phone number written on it, and dialed the number with slightly trembling fingers.
A deep, magnetic voice came from the other end of the phone: "Hello?"
That was Wilson's voice! Zhao Yuan was overjoyed and quickly identified himself and asked if he had received the fireworks he had sent earlier.
Wilson laughed heartily, his tone filled with joy and praise: "Haha, of course I received them! Those fireworks are absolutely fantastic, top-quality, and vibrantly colored. I'm very satisfied! Selling them in gift sets as per your idea has proven to be quite successful; in fact, demand far exceeds supply!"
Upon hearing this good news, Zhao Yuan's face lit up with a bright smile, his mood as radiant as the warm spring sun. He excitedly told Wilson, "That's wonderful! It's such an honor that you like these fireworks. Actually, since I returned, I've established a professional fireworks export company. If you ever come to China again, feel free to order fireworks directly from our Jinyang County! We will do our utmost to provide the highest quality products and the most attentive service, ensuring your complete satisfaction!"
Wilson was overjoyed and replied without hesitation, "That's fantastic! During my trip to China, I will definitely make a special trip to Jinyang County to visit you, and I'll bring my friends along to experience this unique charm! I'm sure we'll have an unforgettable time together."
The two then chatted pleasantly for a while, sharing their thoughts on life, work, and future collaboration. Finally, they ended the call with mutual best wishes.
After hanging up the phone, Zhao Yuan was overjoyed, his eyes sparkling with confidence and hope. He knew this successful communication not only meant business opportunities but also represented the continuation and deepening of their friendship. He eagerly anticipated the next gathering with Wilson and his friends, to create many more wonderful memories together…
Ma Wenlong and the others didn't understand a word Zhao Yuan said; it was all in incomprehensible English. But judging from his demeanor on the phone, they understood what Tu Chenglong had told him before he left: Zhao Yuan's English was exceptionally good.
Zhao Yuan thanked Ma Wenlong and left the Xinhua Bookstore compound.
He arrived at the county government compound and greeted the guards. The guards already recognized Zhao Yuan and quickly let him through.
Filled with excitement and anticipation, Zhao Yuan hurried towards County Magistrate Yang Xilai's office. Upon reaching the door, he composed himself slightly before gently knocking.
"Please come in!" came County Magistrate Yang's steady and powerful voice from inside the house.
Zhao Yuan took a deep breath and slowly pushed open the door.
County Magistrate Yang Xilai was sitting upright at his desk, intently reviewing the documents.
When he looked up and saw that the person who came was Zhao Yuan, his face immediately lit up with a joyful smile, and he stood up to greet him, saying, "Comrade Zhao Yuan is back!"
Zhao Yuan strode forward, his eyes gleaming with barely suppressed joy, and said impatiently:
"County Chief Yang, I have some fantastic news to tell you! I just received a call from Mr. Wilson, and he raved about our products! Moreover, this kind of gift package sales model is incredibly popular in the market!"
Upon hearing this news, County Magistrate Yang was equally excited, nodding repeatedly in praise: "That's fantastic! This is truly exciting news!"
Then, he warmly invited Zhaoyuan to sit down and continued, "Come, come, sit down quickly. We need to have a good talk about the export of fireworks. We've put in a lot of effort this time, and we've specially arranged for ten key personnel to go to Huacheng to learn from their experience. Even Zheng Ziqi personally went. They should be back by tomorrow. When they return, we need to seize the time and do our best to completely open up this route for fireworks exports!"
As he spoke, County Chief Yang held Zhao Yuan's hand tightly, and they sat down together on the wooden sofa.
As Zhao Yuan sat down, he added:
"By the way, County Chief Yang, Wilson also mentioned that he will be bringing his friends to Jinyang County to inspect the fireworks industry. This is the first time that foreign businessmen have visited our county, which is of great significance! So we must do our best to ensure a good reception."
"Yes, once the director and his study group return, we will start making preparations for this in earnest."
County Magistrate Yang Xilai said.
"I'll tell Secretary Zhang this good news."
County Chief Yang continued.
Zhao Yuan nodded repeatedly, agreeing that Secretary Zhang should be informed as soon as possible.
County Chief Yang immediately called Secretary Zhang to convey the good news.
Secretary Zhang was very pleased after hearing this and expressed his full support and cooperation for the upcoming work.
After hanging up the phone, County Chief Yang turned to Zhaoyuan and said, "Zhaoyuan, you deserve a lot of credit for this fireworks export. When Wilson and the others arrive, you must give them a proper introduction to the fireworks industry of Jinyang County."
Zhao Yuan said confidently, "Don't worry, County Chief Yang, I will do my best."
He secretly resolved to do his best in the reception, leaving Wilson and his friends with a deep impression of Jinyang County and making a good start for Jinyang County's fireworks export business.