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In September of the Gregorian calendar, Jiangbei was at the transition between summer and autumn, and corn had reached its critical growth stage.
Yili Enterprise from the northern part of the country came to Ji Nan for an inspection, but their destination was not Annan; instead, it was Mu Yuan County. Mao Weiguo accompanied and hosted them throughout the visit in his capacity as Vice Mayor of Jinan City.
For this type of farming operation, Ji Nan's conditions were indeed quite favorable, especially with the pioneering presence of Niu Huahua.
The only question that puzzled the Yili team was why they were brought to Mu Yuan instead of the originally mentioned Annan. Yan, the Vice President leading the Yili delegation, privately asked Mao Weiguo about this matter. Mao Weiguo explained, "Annan already has a Niu Huahua. In the long run, you will all have local processing and sales of raw milk. To avoid potential competition in the future, we made this consideration."
This reasoning deeply moved the Yili representatives; it reflected a responsible attitude. With their initial intentions established, they proceeded to related negotiations. Meng Xiangjun, the head official of Jinan City, and Secretary Zheng Kaixuan both paid close attention and emphasized to relevant parties: "Yili's entry is a support for Ji Nan and a friendship for the people of Ji Nan. We must ensure a warm reception for our friends who have come from afar!"
As they were about to formally sign the contract, Mao Weiguo boldly called Qi Shu Ming, Secretary Wang Hongbin's aide: "Hello, Qi, this is Mao Weiguo from Annan... Ji Nan and Yili Group are holding a signing ceremony on October 1st, and we would like to invite Vice Governor Wang to attend... Great, I’ll wait for your call. Thank you, Qi!"
On the morning of September 30th, when Mao Weiguo had almost given up hope for Vice Governor Wang's attendance at the ceremony, he finally received a call from Qi Shu Ming: "Vice Mayor Mao, please hold on; the leader wants to speak with you!"
Mao Weiguo's hand trembled slightly as he took the receiver. Vice Governor Wang's voice was still warm: "Comrade Weiguo, I see clearly now that you are not only capable and responsible but also understand the bigger picture... Tomorrow morning I will go with Comrade Chongyuan... We must support and encourage comrades who dare to take action and can get things done!"
After hanging up, Mao Weiguo held onto the phone in disbelief for a long time: this was not just a surprise; it was a shock! He immediately reported this news to Meng Xiangjun, who was equally excited: "I will communicate with Secretary Zheng right now!"
Jiangbei Province has seventeen prefecture-level cities. Although transportation has become increasingly convenient over the years, one cannot simply invite provincial leaders at will! Their travel plans are made after careful consideration; especially for someone like Wang Chongyuan in an official position, visits usually require one or two months—or even three or four months—of advance planning unless there are special circumstances.
This new development was promptly communicated to Yili as well. Originally represented by an old general manager from the basic business department for signing, they quickly changed their plans so that both the chairman and general manager would fly to Jiangbei to attend the ceremony and sign on behalf of Yili.
The entire arrangement suddenly elevated in status to a level where someone like Mao Weiguo could only "stand aside."
Yili's representatives arrived at Jiangcheng International Airport late at night. After accompanying Meng Xiangjun to greet them, Mao Weiguo rushed to Ji Nan. The next morning, all four major leaders of Ji Nan gathered at the intersection to welcome the provincial leaders' convoy.
Technically speaking, Yili was a guest and did not need to be welcomed at the intersection; however, both top leaders were clearly moved by Jiangbei Province's hospitality and insisted on coming along.
This situation left even the secretary-general of Jinan City's office in a difficult position. There was no choice; since they were guests from afar—and esteemed guests at that—their wishes had to be respected.
At the national road intersection, it was not comrades from Jinan City who first shook hands with Wang Chongyuan but rather top executives from Yili Enterprise hailing from far-off northern regions!
Such an occurrence might be unprecedented throughout Jiangbei Province.
Wang Chongyuan was quite talkative; after shaking hands with several people, he directly invited Yili's chairman into his car. Following suit, Deputy Governor Wang Hongbin invited Yili's general manager into his vehicle as well. With police lights flashing on their lead car, the convoy made its way grandly toward Ji Nan’s welcoming hotel.
In the largest conference room of the Reception Hotel, Wang Chongyuan delivered an enthusiastic speech, warmly welcoming friends from afar on behalf of Jiangbei and congratulating Yi Li on its establishment in Jiangbei.
Mr. Yao Yuan, Chairman of Yi Li, expressed gratitude for Jiangbei's hospitality and optimism for the future cooperation between the two parties.
As a result, Meng Xiangjun, who was originally supposed to sign on behalf of Ji Nan, was directly replaced by Wang Chongyuan...
With so many big shots present, Mao Weiguo, the nominal Vice Mayor, became somewhat invisible. Fortunately, Vice Governor Wang still remembered him and introduced him to Wang Chongyuan: "This is Comrade Mao Weiguo..." and shook hands with the Vice Governor.
After the signing ceremony, Wang Chongyuan and Wang Hongbin from Jiangbei, along with Yao Yuan and General Manager Chang Hao from Yi Li, did not attend the lunch banquet but returned together to Jiangcheng.
Later, the front page of Jiangbei Daily prominently featured a large photo of Vice Governor Wang Chongyuan meeting with Chairman Yao Yuan of Yi Li, reporting that Yili Enterprise would negotiate strategic cooperation with Jiangbei!
Looking at it this way, their investment in Ji Nan seemed trivial by comparison.
This also led to much speculation among Ji Nan's main leaders: even this Big Leader can "steal the show"!
Different positions lead to different heights; there is no comparability and no way around it...
At the luncheon, Secretary Zhang Zhicheng of Mu Yuan County and County Mayor Li Mingfang kept raising glasses to toast Mao Weiguo... Their sentiments were sincere, their words earnest. Mao Weiguo understood that they were not toasting him as the Vice Mayor but rather the resources he could offer!
On the way back to Annan, Mao Weiguo felt quite tipsy yet mentally alert as he chatted with Zhang Qiang in the passenger seat: "Xiao Zhang, to be honest, I still have some thoughts about not being able to keep Yi Li in Annan!"
Zhang Qiang turned around: "County Mayor, I think you really don’t need to worry. As long as we do our work well and achieve results, that’s what matters!"
Mao Weiguo replied, "Your viewpoint is somewhat similar to Xiao Hu's."
He continued: "Thinking back over the past two years of work, we have already changed a lot... By the way, you’ve been with me for almost two years now. Staying by my side may not be beneficial for your personal development and progress. Do you have any plans?"
"Feel free to speak openly; I know you well enough!"
Zhang Qiang said: "County Mayor, I haven't really thought about it in detail... Right now, I’m focused more on execution than planning. If you really want to let me go, I think I’ll still need to prioritize 'getting things done' for a while..."
Mao Weiguo cast a approving glance: "Not bad! You’re grounded and know how to keep your feet on the ground; that’s very good. Early next year, I’ll consider adjusting your position. But if it doesn’t turn out well, don’t take it personally..."
Zhang Qiang was touched: "County Mayor, I can’t say you saved me from disaster, but if I had stayed at the Education Committee much longer, I might have really been done for. Rest assured, no matter where you place me, I will accept it and work hard!"
Suddenly he slapped his forehead: "Oh right! I almost forgot—tomorrow morning Xiao Hu and Mao Na are coming back. They seem to be bringing a guest who just returned from abroad to visit us in Annan!"
Mao Weiguo perked up: "Did they mention what aspects they want to investigate?"
Zhang Qiang replied: "No specifics were given; they just want to take a casual look around first. But Xiao Hu mentioned they plan to visit Eternity's Mutton Hot Pot production workshop and Annan's Eight Middle School among other places.
I wanted to give you a heads-up; we don’t need to accompany them. After their visit, they will contact us based on their observations for formal discussions."
Mao Weiguo remained enthusiastic: "Alright, got it! Hopefully this kid can surprise us again!"
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