Not only Qin Mu, but also Xu Lu, Han Ying, and other staff members of Huaining County wore expressions of excitement. They all understood the immense impact a billion-yuan investment would have on Huaining County's economic development.
It could be said that the entire city of Huaining would undergo a dramatic transformation due to Yaoyang Industry's arrival.
Employment, finances, and economic development would all reach new heights!
A billion-yuan investment has far-reaching consequences, defying simple description. In terms of employment alone, it would provide Huaining County residents with numerous earning opportunities, thereby improving their living standards.
"President Chen, on behalf of the hundreds of thousands of people of Huaining, I thank you for your support."
A dozen minutes later, after signing the contract, Qin Mu stood up, shook hands with Chen Xi, and said solemnly.
"County Chief Qin, you're too kind. I believe that Yaoyang Industry and Huaining County are mutually beneficial and complementary."
Chen Xi smiled slightly and said, "I only hope that County Chief Qin can keep his word. Yaoyang Industry still needs the help of your county government!"
"Please rest assured, I will definitely do my best to meet all of Yaoyang Industry's legitimate needs."
Qin Mu readily agreed.
Oh?
Legitimate needs?
Chen Xi was surprised. Even at this point, he was still making such a clear distinction, even adding the word "legitimate" to "needs."
"Does a need have a distinction between legitimate and illegitimate?"
Chen Xi asked curiously.
"Legitimate means not violating the law or working principles. Don't misunderstand, Mr. Chen."
Qin Mu smiled and explained, "I believe that an outstanding and successful entrepreneur like Mr. Chen would certainly not make illegal or irregular requests."
An outstanding and successful entrepreneur!
Chen Xi sighed helplessly. This County Head Qin really knew how to flatter him; he'd be too embarrassed to make unreasonable demands later.
"County Head Qin, you can rest assured. Yaoyang Industry has always been law-abiding in its business dealings and won't cause you any trouble," Chen Xi said calmly.
"But I know a little about the situation in Huaining County. As the county head, can you truly make all the decisions?"
Upon hearing this, Qin Mu understood. The other party was implying that he was the second-in-command. Without the approval of the top leader, could he, as the second-in-command, truly protect Yaoyang Industry?
After all, investing isn't just about signing a contract. The initial steps involve site selection, factory construction, infrastructure development, and recruitment. If the county party secretary, Liang Guan, secretly obstructed things, Yaoyang Industry's future would be bleak.
"President Chen, I can assure you of this: there will be absolutely no obstacles to the establishment of Yaoyang Industry. Even if it involves the municipal party committee or the provincial party committee, I will not hesitate to take action."
Qin Mu said solemnly.
Very good!
With this assurance, Chen Xi naturally had no further questions.
As long as Qin Mu was determined, nothing could stop him.
"A pleasure to cooperate!"
"A pleasure to cooperate!"
The two shook hands again, finally finalizing the agreement.
After signing the contract, Chen Xi led Qin Mu and his group on a tour of the other workshops and discussed the follow-up work arrangements.
At five o'clock in the afternoon, Qin Mu and his group finally took their leave.
"I take back what I said before."
Chen Xi watched Qin Mu and his group's car drive away and suddenly said to Tian Weiwei beside him.
"Ah... what did you say before?"
Tian Weiwei was taken aback and asked, puzzled.
"I used to think Qin Mu was no different from those other young masters from the capital, just here to gain experience and put on a show. But now it seems I was wrong."
Chen Xi said calmly, "This man does possess a unique personal charm that sets him apart from other young masters. No wonder you took a liking to him!"
"Hahaha..."
Tian Weiwei couldn't help but laugh. This woman's attitude changed so quickly! Before meeting Qin Mu, she was incredibly stubborn, refusing to believe he was outstanding.
And now?
"If you spend a night alone with him, you'll find he's even better than you imagined."
Tian Weiwei asked softly, "Really, don't you want to give it a try?"
"Nonsense!"
Chen Xi rolled her eyes and said, "I admit he has charisma and is very outstanding, but that doesn't mean I want anything to happen between us."
"You're just love-struck, so infatuated with a man!"
"I have my own pursuits. He's outstanding, so let's just focus on business collaborations. I don't want to get too involved in his private life!"
After saying that, she turned and left, seemingly not wanting to discuss this further with Tian Weiwei.
"Tch!"
"Still so stubborn!"
"You'll change your mind sooner or later!"
"Women, always so stubborn!"
…
Tian Weiwei shook her head helplessly. As a woman herself, and Chen Xi's best friend, she understood Chen Xi better than anyone else.
The reason she could be so assertive now was, frankly, because she had only recently broken up with her boyfriend and wasn't lacking in male attention. Plus, she was busy with work and didn't have the energy for anything else. Just wait and see!
After Yaoyang Industry invests in Huaining County, and with more contact with Qin Mu, Chen Xi will eventually be captivated by Qin Mu's masculine charm. Then, she'll probably ask me for advice on how to get closer to Qin Mu!
Tian Weiwei didn't return to Yaoyang Industry. Instead, she drove back to the hotel, had a simple meal, went to her room, took a shower, and lay in bed, patiently waiting.
Because she and Qin Mu had already arranged to meet in the room tonight!
It was rare to be away from home, just the two of them, so naturally they wanted to enjoy some time alone. Once that initial spark was broken, things would fall into place more naturally.
…
"Comrades, we've really turned things around today. If you want to go out for a stroll tonight, I can allow it, but don't stay out too late."
At the Huaining County investment delegation's residence, Qin Mu said this seriously during dinner.
Successfully securing a billion-dollar project naturally warrants a night off.
"County Chief Qin, would you like to come with us?"
Han Ying quickly asked, "There's an amusement park nearby, I heard it's open until midnight, how about… we go have some fun?"
"That would be great, County Chief, please come with us."
Xu Lu echoed.
"I have another project to discuss, so I probably won't be able to go."
Qin Mu scratched his head, saying awkwardly.
"Ah… you're discussing a project so late?"
Han Ying was surprised and couldn't help but say, "County Chief, don't you get some rest? You've completed this billion-dollar project during the day, you should relax tonight!"
"Well… tonight's project is actually quite large… a billion…"
Qin Mu coughed lightly, speaking seriously.
But if they knew that County Chief Qin was going to 'discuss business' with Tian Weiwei in the room, they would probably all spit in disgust: How indecent!
"Such a big project, we'll go with you."
Han Ying quickly added, "Which company is it? We're a team, we should stick together..."
"That's right, let's solve this project together. We can go to the amusement park later."
Xu Lu and the others chimed in.
Uh...
Oh no!
This joke has gone too far!
Qin Mu felt incredibly embarrassed. He had made a lighthearted joke, but Han Ying and the others had taken it so seriously, making him feel ashamed.
As a leader, how could he be so frivolous!