Chapter 87

"Manager Song, hello, welcome, welcome..."

"Manager Wang, hello, hello, welcome, welcome..."

"Secretary Zheng, hello... Not late at all, it's still very early... Don't worry, we value everyone's cooperative spirit, there's no need for your concern, you're here as a friend..."

Chen Geng warmly greeted the various managers and secretaries, chatting and making small talk as if he were an old colleague who had worked for many years. He handled the relationships with the various executives with ease, gradually bridging the gap with the leaders of the enterprises attending today's partner selection event.

Old Mr. Xie Mingsheng knew that Chen Geng lacked work experience and had been somewhat worried about whether Chen Geng could handle the relationships with the various managers and secretaries. He had been ready to step in and help Chen Geng at any moment, but after observing for a while, he breathed a sigh of relief: this young man was even better than he had hoped.

Not only did Old Mr. Xie Mingsheng feel relieved, but Liu Jinjin, Peng Guangming, Chen Hongjun, and the other elders from the Third Armament Repair Factory also felt relieved. For this event, all the leaders of the Third Armament Repair Factory had come, even Shen Jianhua, who had always been at odds with the Chen family, had come, fearing that Chen Geng might mishandle the situation and cause problems. However, Chen Geng's performance exceeded their expectations. For the first time facing such a situation, Chen Geng performed much better than they had hoped.

"Old Liu, this young man is truly impressive," Peng Guangming, standing next to Liu Jinjin, pointed at Chen Geng with his chin and whispered, "Look at Comrade Xiao Chen, he's only been working for less than two months, but look at him, he doesn't show any signs of being a novice. He's much better than those greenhorns."

"Yes," Liu Jinjin also felt a bit emotional, "This young man... We were all worried for nothing. Do you think all the students from Huqing University are this capable?"

"Who knows? But our city doesn't produce more than a handful of Huqing University students each year, and they are all top-notch. They are probably this capable... But Chen Geng is just lucky..."

"Yes, how come we can't have such a good son?"

The two, one a manager and the other a secretary, started chatting and veered off topic.

Chen Geng, however, was unaware that he had become the subject of discussion and observation. At this moment, he was busy running around, trying to ensure that everything went smoothly.

Today was the day when Runhua Industry would authorize the 212 Jeep modification technology and select its partners. Over 20 units were interested in Runhua Industry's technology, including all the major vehicle repair units in Haizhou and even several vehicle repair factories from the East China Military Region and its subordinate provincial military regions.

The level of the attendees was high, almost all of them were teams composed of managers and secretaries who could make immediate decisions. As the manager and head of Runhua Industry Development Co., Ltd., Chen Geng had to take care of everyone, making them feel welcome and ensuring they didn't feel neglected or looked down upon. It was no wonder he was so busy.

Do you think it's strange that so many units sent representatives? Not at all. Everyone in Haizhou knew each other, and they all knew the situation of the Third Armament Repair Factory. If it weren't for Chen Geng, the Third Armament Repair Factory wouldn't be as comfortable and prosperous as it is now. Seeing the large sums of money they were making, the leaders of all the units with vehicle repair capabilities were envious.

Some had even considered counterfeiting, but after a bit of investigation, they had to give up the idea: they couldn't get the shock absorbers and tires from the Volkswagen Santana.

Chen Geng had the channels to get the shock absorbers and tires from the Volkswagen Santana, but just because Chen Geng could do it didn't mean they could. Without the same channels, they could only watch others make money and endure their envy, perhaps cursing a bit in private.

But when Chen Geng offered to cooperate with everyone, the managers and secretaries were overjoyed. Although Runhua Industry proposed many conditions for the cooperation, no one thought these conditions were excessive: they were willing to share their channels and help others make money. What more could you want? Moreover, Runhua Industry provided standard parts and introduced customers, doing everything possible to help. What more could you want?

Everyone was not afraid of Runhua Industry's conditions but feared not being selected: Runhua Industry would only authorize five enterprises.

In this situation, everyone had to take other measures to increase their chances of success.

"Manager Chen, we have reviewed your conditions, and our Xugou District Auto Repair Factory fully supports them. What about the quota... hehe..." Xugou District Auto Repair Factory's manager, Xu Hua, squeezed to the front, while the factory's secretary, Wu Anbang, tried to create a space for them to talk.

Xugou District was the location of the Haizhou Administrative Office and the District Committee, and the Xugou District Auto Repair Factory was the designated repair factory for the District Committee, Administrative Office, and various functional agencies.

It sounded good, as if they didn't have to worry about business, but in reality, it was not the case. Every government agency and the district committee had their own fleet, and the drivers were all skilled in driving and auto repair. They could handle most issues themselves, so they rarely needed to go to the repair factory.

So, despite the appearance of a good business, the Xugou District Auto Repair Factory was actually struggling, to the point where they could only rely on government funding and basic salaries, unable to pay bonuses.

The success of Runhua Industry's 212 Jeep modification business was evident to Xu Hua and Wu Anbang. When they learned that Runhua Industry planned to select a batch of partners, they were so excited that they couldn't sleep for several nights. If they could become a partner of Runhua Industry, they would not only get a share of the profits but might even get a bigger piece of the pie.

After an internal meeting, the Xugou District Auto Repair Factory decided to do whatever it took to secure the cooperation. To increase their chances, they even offered a condition that Runhua Industry had not proposed: to send a financial officer to monitor the finances, with the salary and bonuses paid by the Xugou District Auto Repair Factory.

It must be said that the Xugou District Auto Repair Factory showed genuine sincerity.

"I know our auto repair factory," Chen Geng nodded with a smile, meeting Xu Hua's cautious and hopeful gaze, "I am familiar with our factory's technical capabilities and facilities, but regarding our conditions..."

"We support! Whatever your company requires, our Xugou District Auto Repair Factory will unconditionally support it! No questions asked!" Hearing that Chen Geng did not outright reject them, Xu Hua was immediately delighted and quickly added, "I guarantee that if you give us the opportunity, we will fully support all your requirements. You can also send a financial officer to monitor us, and we will cover all the expenses."

"You agree to our financial officer? Manager Xu, you should know that if we send a financial officer, your financial status will no longer be a secret to us." Chen Geng was somewhat surprised but not opposed to Xu Hua's suggestion.

In those days, even between subordinate units, it was not common for a higher-level unit to send a financial officer to a lower-level unit. The Xugou District Auto Repair Factory's offer was somewhat groundbreaking.

"Before you, our Xugou District Auto Repair Factory has no secrets!" Xu Hua was resolute: if secrets could be exchanged for money, he would do it without hesitation.

Since the Xugou District Auto Repair Factory was so supportive, Chen Geng had no reason to refuse. He nodded, "Since that's the case... In the event of equal conditions, I can give your unit priority."

Although the statement was vague, Xu Hua was overjoyed and quickly thanked Chen Geng, "Thank you, Manager Chen, thank you, Manager Chen."

Although Chen Geng said he would give priority under equal conditions, Xu Hua was not foolish and immediately realized that the Xugou District Auto Repair Factory had secured a place.

Everyone's attention was on Chen Geng, and Xu Hua's reaction was noticed by those who were paying attention. Seeing Xu Hua so happy, everyone was envious: How come I didn't think of such a good strategy?

Just as they were about to approach Chen Geng to build a relationship, Chen Geng checked the time and hurriedly left the room, leaving everyone to look at each other in confusion: What's going on?

"Our Manager Chen is going to meet the engineer from Wolfsburg," Xie Mingsheng explained to everyone, "Some of you may have heard, some may not. Our Manager Chen has invited his German teacher from the Volkswagen Santana localization team at SAIC. Manager Chen is now going to meet the German engineer, Mr. Kindler, from Wolfsburg."

Everyone immediately understood.