Qin Mu considered himself highly capable and adept at understanding people.
However, this was his first time handling investment promotion, and he was inevitably prone to oversights, lacking a proper grasp of the minds of businesspeople.
Director Wan, on the other hand, was different. Having served in the provincial government for a long time, and now nearing sixty, he had encountered countless people and situations, possessing an unparalleled understanding of businessmen's psychology!
Seeking his advice would undoubtedly lead to greater success.
Moreover, given Qin Mu's position, showing humility and a willingness to learn would only please Director Wan, making him more willing to help!
"I didn't realize you were such a humble young man," Wan Baohua said, his eyes filled with admiration. Most young people, if they reached the position of county head at Qin Mu's age, would be extremely arrogant and stubborn, unlikely to listen to others.
Youthful arrogance, after all, is something everyone experiences.
"Director Wan, to be honest, I've been walking on thin ice as the county magistrate of Huaining. Only by doing a good job in attracting investment can we hope to improve the lives of the people of Huaining. You are a senior colleague; if I can learn more from you, it will definitely be of great use."
Qin Mu continued cautiously.
"Just for your sincerity, I will definitely help you."
Wan Baohua nodded and said, "These people contacted you simply because they don't want to go public and offend Du Wanming, which is normal."
"But whether they really want to invest is hard to say; no one can guarantee it. But based on my experience, these people are definitely still observing!"
Still observing?
Qin Mu found this very reasonable. For such a major undertaking as investment, the support of Director Wan and Yaoyang Industrial Glass alone was indeed insufficient.
"What you need to do now is find an opportunity that will make them decide to invest," Wan Baohua said calmly.
"For example, find another influential person to endorse you!"
An influential person?
"Director Wan, isn't your influence enough?"
Qin Mu asked, puzzled.
This was actually Qin Mu feigning ignorance. After all, if Qin Mu knew everything, how would he elicit Wan Baohua's words?
Some things had to be said by the leaders.
"My position in the Development and Reform Commission is powerful, but our work is mainly focused on macro-control and policy-making. In terms of deterrence and influence, it's definitely not enough."
Wan Baohua pondered for a moment, then leaned closer to Qin Mu and whispered, "Logically speaking, with your status, wouldn't it be easy to find a vice governor in the provincial capital in charge of economic affairs to endorse you?"
For the prestigious Qin family, finding a vice governor would be incredibly easy!
With an official of that rank involved, let alone those entrepreneurs, even Qin Mu's arch-enemy, Du Wanming, would have to obediently spend money in Huaining County.
A joke!
He's in charge of the province's economic work; which entrepreneur would dare to oppose him directly?
Although Wan Baohua has the provincial government's top official behind him, it's not the top official personally taking action; the deterrent effect is still insufficient.
"Director Wan, there are some things I can't do."
Qin Mu shook his head slightly and smiled bitterly, "If my grandfather finds out about misusing the Qin family name outside, I won't have a good time."
That's true!
Wan Baohua believed this; the larger the family, the stricter the family discipline.
"Don't you usually contact your grandfather?"
Wan Baohua pondered for a moment and asked, "When you're away from home, you should contact your family more often. You can also talk to them more about what you do!"
Uh…
What does that mean?
You want me to talk to my family more? Qin Mu was taken aback at first, then slowly understood Director Wan's meaning.
His request for him to chat more with his family and talk about his daily life was probably to get him to speak well of the other party to his grandfather.
That must be it!
Why would Director Wan help him?
Relying solely on Secretary Li of the Municipal Party Committee wouldn't be enough; it must be because the other party knew about the Qin family behind him.
Someone of that level must have a powerful figure in Beijing who can speak on their behalf.
Both Qin Mu's grandfather and father were certainly influential enough.
"Director Wan, I rarely call home. I'm usually too busy with work to communicate much," Qin Mu explained simply.
Is that so?
What a pity!
Wan Baohua thought to himself that if Qin Mu said he regularly reported to his family, he would immediately help him get help.
After all, if there was a habit of reporting, then his help for the other party would also be known to the Qin family elders.
This favor should be reciprocated.
"However, my family knows everything I do in Huaining. Even this little thing can't escape their notice."
Qin Mu sighed, feigning helplessness.
Uh…
Oh right!
Wan Baohua slapped his thigh. How could he have forgotten that?
Given Qin Mu's status, his every word and action would definitely be reported to the capital. Qin Mu wouldn't even need to say a word.
He was so naive.
"Hahaha… that old man is indeed very concerned about you."
Wan Baohua gave a casual reply, then said thoughtfully, "Actually… provincial leaders can also be persuaded…"
"Look, the leader has a travel plan tomorrow. I'll try to find a way to arrange a meeting between you two for a brief chat."
Really?
Qin Mu knew that Director Wan was truly determined to help him.
"Tell these people that you have a meeting with Vice Governor Sun tomorrow and don't have time to schedule with them right now. We can discuss a time after tomorrow's meeting."
Wan Baohua gave the order after thinking it over.
Qin Mu understood.
Director Wan wanted him to keep those businessmen hooked. After his meeting with Vice Governor Sun, word would definitely spread, and those shrewd entrepreneurs would contact Qin Mu if they had investment needs.
"Director Wan, I'll do as you say."
Qin Mu did as Wan Baohua instructed without hesitation.
"Alright, that's all for today. I'll make the arrangements tomorrow."
Wan Baohua chuckled, patted Qin Mu's shoulder, and said, "This time, I guarantee you'll leave with a full haul."
"Thank you so much, Director Wan."
Qin Mu shook Wan Baohua's hand and escorted him to the restaurant.
Watching the other party get into the car and leave, Qin Mu breathed a sigh of relief. With their help, this investment promotion trip would most likely be fruitful.
At least it wouldn't be a complete loss!
Turning around, Qin Mu caught a glimpse of a familiar figure standing to his side.
Tian Weiwei?
Qin Mu's heart skipped a beat. So this girl hadn't left.
"Comrade Xu Lu, Comrade Han Ying, please go to the restaurant to settle the bill. I need to think about something alone."
Qin Mu coughed lightly and said simply.
Think about something alone?
What does that mean?
Xu Lu, Han Ying, and the other cadres were somewhat puzzled. Did County Chief Qin have this habit?
"Alright, let's go in first, take care of things inside, and then we'll come out."
Xu Lu and Han Ying didn't ask any further questions and immediately agreed, going inside together.
As soon as they left, Qin Mu walked towards Tian Weiwei. She was standing in the shadows; in the dark, she was difficult to spot without careful observation. "How could you..."
Qin Mu strode forward, but before he could utter a word, Tian Weiwei rushed into his arms, stood on tiptoe, and kissed him.
Qin Mu froze on the spot!