noffsinger Chapter 145 Opening Ceremony
Chapter 145 Opening Ceremony
With the concerted efforts and unwavering support of many relatives and friends, Su Yuning's factory, which had weathered many storms, finally ushered in the exciting moment of reopening. On this bright and sunny morning, Su Yuning specially arranged for Ye Beichen and a group of guards to prepare the lively and festive firecrackers and the items needed for the solemn and ceremonial ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Time passed quietly, and when everything was ready, Second Sister-in-law, Xuanyuan Rong'er, and other relatives and friends arrived one after another. They presented flower baskets and fruit baskets to express their congratulations and wish the factory all the best.
Su Yuning, beaming with a smile, spoke in a clear, melodious voice like a nightingale's song: "Dear friends and family, our factory is officially reopening today!" Her words were met with enthusiastic applause and cheers from the crowd. Then, Su Yuning invited two close friends to the ribbon. Holding golden scissors, and accompanied by cheerful music and the crackling of firecrackers, they deftly cut the ribbon, symbolizing a new beginning and new hope. Instantly, the atmosphere reached a climax, with everyone applauding and cheering, laughter and shouts filling the air.
After the ribbon-cutting ceremony, a still-excited Su Yuning enthusiastically led everyone inside the factory for a tour. With light steps and a proud expression, she pointed to the brand-new, gleaming production lines, patiently explaining their advanced technological principles. She also guided everyone to the meticulously planned work areas, recounting the ingenious designs behind each feature with great familiarity. At that moment, the factory workers were all in high spirits and full of enthusiasm; their hardworking figures were a beautiful sight to behold. From their smiling, confident faces, one could clearly feel their boundless yearning and earnest anticipation for a bright future.
Just as everyone was immersed in the joyful and peaceful atmosphere, they suddenly heard the sound of approaching hooves. Looking in the direction of the sound, they saw a beautifully decorated carriage slowly approaching the factory gate. Once the carriage came to a smooth stop, the door opened, and a well-dressed, elegant merchant stepped out. This man was a wealthy businessman from out of town who had come specifically to discuss a potential business partnership after hearing the news of Su Yuning's factory's reopening. Facing this unexpected guest, Su Yuning remained poised and graceful. She quickly went to greet him, offering a warm smile and attentive service, and enthusiastically described the unique appeal of her factory's various products and its impressive production capabilities.
The wealthy businessman toured the factory with great interest, admiring the meticulously crafted sample quilts. He noticed the fine stitches, exquisite patterns, and soft, comfortable material. He nodded repeatedly in praise, a satisfied smile spreading across his face, and immediately expressed his willingness to place a large order with the manufacturer.
This exciting news spread like wildfire throughout the factory, and everyone present was thrilled, cheering and jumping for joy. Among the crowd, Su Yuning was especially filled with happiness, knowing that this order was of extraordinary significance to her. It wasn't just a considerable sum of money; more importantly, it represented recognition and affirmation from everyone for her efforts in embarking on her entrepreneurial journey again.
In high spirits, Su Yuning immediately instructed the kitchen staff to prepare a sumptuous and delicious meal to entertain these distinguished guests. In no time, the table was laden with delicacies. Everyone happily gathered around the table, enjoying the food and chatting animatedly. Joyful laughter rose and fell, weaving together a beautiful melody as they celebrated this memorable and wonderful moment.
At this moment, Su Yuning gazed at the lively and heartwarming scene before her, her heart filled with boundless confidence in the future. She secretly resolved to work even harder to run the factory better and better, so that more people could use the high-quality products they produced.
However, the situation was completely different in Yangjiaping, on the other side of the city. Separated from his wife, Yang Yuxuan tossed and turned in bed, unable to sleep. Finally, he decided to get up and tell his family he was going to the city to visit his parents-in-law. But who could have imagined that once he stepped into the bustling metropolis, he would completely forget his original intentions and frequent brothels and theaters? He became engrossed in flirting with the opera singers, utterly disregarding his wife's feelings and his responsibilities at home.
The housekeeper happened to be out shopping and witnessed everything. Upon returning, she reported it to Zhou Xi. Zhou Xi was furious and had a headache, but she decided to remain silent. A few days later, Su Yuning's factory began to bustle with activity, working tirelessly to fulfill the wealthy businessman's order. She personally supervised every step to ensure quality.
In the tranquil and peaceful place of Yangjiaping, Zhou Xi appeared calm as still water, but in reality, her heart was churning with turmoil. Although she maintained a taciturn demeanor on the surface, she secretly harbored her own meticulous calculations and plans.
During this time, Zhou Xi secretly dispatched his men to gather evidence of Yang Yuxuan's extravagant lifestyle and debauchery. Their efforts paid off, and after a period of work, they finally obtained a considerable amount of crucial information.
One day, Yang Yuxuan, as usual, prepared to go into the city for some fun. However, this time he didn't realize that a pair of eyes were watching him intently from behind. Zhou Xi cautiously followed Yang Yuxuan all the way into the city.
When Zhou Xi witnessed Yang Yuxuan once again engaging in intimate and passionate interactions with those beautiful actresses, she could no longer suppress her anger and disappointment. Without hesitation, she stepped forward and appeared before Yang Yuxuan.
Yang Yuxuan was startled by Zhou Xi's sudden appearance, and his face instantly showed a look of extreme fear. He tried to defend himself, but faced with irrefutable evidence, he was speechless and could not find any suitable words to exonerate himself.
At this moment, Zhou Xi's face was as cold as ice, her eyes as indifferent as icy stars. She slowly took out the carefully prepared letter of divorce from her bosom, then forcefully threw it in front of Yang Yuxuan, saying in a chilling tone, "Since you are so shameless, indulging in sensual pleasures all day long and completely disregarding your wife, children, and elderly parents at home, then there is no need for me to continue to stay by your side and wait for you!" After saying these words, Zhou Xi turned and left without looking back, leaving Yang Yuxuan standing there dumbfounded, plunged into deep regret and panic.
The news spread like wildfire, quickly reaching every corner of Yangjiaping and the surrounding area. People expressed their sincere admiration and praise for Zhou Xi's decisive, courageous, and resolute actions. Many believed that Zhou Xi's ability to stand firm in the face of such adversity and resolutely defend his dignity and rights was truly admirable.
When Su Yuning learned of this, she couldn't help but feel deeply moved: women should always maintain their independence and self-reliance! Therefore, she poured even more effort into the factory's operations. Seeing their boss's dedication, the workers were greatly encouraged and worked even harder.
Time flies, and the first batch of orders was finally completed and delivered successfully. This achievement was like a spring breeze, instantly spreading the factory's reputation far and wide. Many businesses, hearing the news, extended olive branches to Su Yuning, and new orders poured in like snowflakes.
On a bright and sunny day, Su Yu stood quietly in the factory courtyard, her gaze slowly sweeping over the bustling yet orderly scene. Workers moved between the workshops, the roar of machines rose and fell, and goods were being shipped out continuously… At this moment, her eyes shone with hope, and she firmly believed that as long as she continued to work hard, the future would be even brighter and more glorious!
Meanwhile, Zhou Xi found herself in a predicament. Since leaving the Yang family, she had been hoping to find some comfort and support at her parents' home. However, to her utter surprise, instead of a warm embrace and comforting words, she was met with her father's angry rebukes and scolding.
“My daughter, how could you be so foolish and ignorant? You are pregnant now. If you leave the Yang family, where can you go to settle down? You should know that the world is vast, but only the Yang family mansion in Yangjiaping can truly be called your home!” The old man glared at her, his brows furrowed, and questioned her angrily.
Hearing her father's words, Zhou Xi couldn't stop the tears from welling up in her eyes. She gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes and replied with a heart full of grievance, "Father, it's clear that Yang Yuxuan was the one who made the mistake first! Why don't you blame him, but instead blame me?"
Upon hearing this, Old Zhou flew into a rage, slamming his fist on the table so hard that the teacups shook. His eyes widened in fury as he shouted at Zhou Xi, "How dare you! How dare you speak so disrespectfully to your elders! All my efforts have been for you, you ungrateful brat! Don't you even know your place? Where do you get the audacity to break up with Yang Yuxuan? This is utter nonsense!"
Zhou Xi was startled by her father's sudden outburst of anger, but the grievances and anger in her heart made her unwilling to show weakness. She retorted with her neck stiff, "You don't understand my feelings at all! You only know how to blame me!" After saying that, she turned and ran towards her room, sobbing as she ran.
Seeing the situation was bad, Sun Lan quickly followed, and when she reached the door, she saw Zhou Xi collapse onto the bed and burst into tears. Heartbroken, she quickly sat down beside the bed, gently stroking Zhou Xi's back and softly comforting her, "Alright, alright, my dear daughter, don't cry. Your father, you know that's just his temper, don't take it to heart."
However, Zhou Xi couldn't hear any of that at the moment. She sobbed and cried, "My father is really senile! All he does is criticize and scold me all day long. He never tries to see things from my perspective. Why does he only criticize me? Why doesn't he talk to his son-in-law? I think he has a problem with me from the bottom of his heart!"
Upon hearing this, Sun Lan quickly took out a handkerchief from her pocket and carefully wiped away Zhou Xi's tears, while continuing to soothe her gently, "Oh, my dear daughter, you mustn't say such hurtful things anymore. We are family after all, blood is thicker than water, and it's inevitable that we'll have some disagreements sometimes. Your father may not have expressed himself in the right way, but ultimately he still hopes that you can be happy. So, please be magnanimous and don't hold it against him."
“I understand the reasoning, but who can see my grievances?” Zhou Xi replied with deep sorrow, tears welling up in her eyes and her voice trembling slightly.
Seeing this, Sun Lan gently reached out and patted Zhou Xi's back tenderly, as if trying to offer her comfort and strength. Then, in a warm and gentle voice, she said, "Of course I understand you! Darling, you're all grown up now. You must think things through carefully before doing anything. You can't be as impulsive and impulsive as before. Remember, a happy marriage isn't built on arguments. You need to learn to coax him, to make him willingly revolve around you. Only then can your life together flourish!"
However, Zhou Xi didn't seem to be moved by these words. She turned her face away abruptly, her cheeks puffed out in anger, and muttered, "Hmph! I'm too lazy to coax that guy! I'm always the one who has to apologize first, why should I?"
Meanwhile, due to a recent surge in orders, Su Yuning had to frequently interact with the wealthy businessman. Although Su Yuning herself knew perfectly well that their relationship was purely business and she had no ulterior motives, the gossipy villagers didn't see it that way, and various rumors began to circulate...