Chapter 835: Evening Banquet

In the evening, Li Jia specifically reserved a large table at the hotel.

After Cui Chengshan arrived,

he voluntarily yielded, letting me sit at the head seat.

I let He Zuming sit.

He Zuming smiled and gestured with his hand,

"Jianqiang, I'll just sit beside you."

So I took the head seat.

The banquet began promptly at seven.

The waiter filled all our glasses to the brim.

I then raised my glass and said: "Mr. He Zuming, Cui Xian, Li Jia, Jinghe, Xiao Yan, and everyone present, today I'm sitting here, so I'll be the first to speak, say a few words.

First, I want to say that we are establishing a new company.

The name of the company has already been chosen by Mr. He, it is called Kun De Company.

It means 'to carry all things with profound virtue.'

It also signifies that our company will act in accordance with the circumstances.

The primary manager of the company will be Li Jia.

Because Li Jia's status cannot serve as the legal person, I tentatively assign Xiao Shitou.

Why establish a new company? Because our tourism project in Xue County is starting from scratch.

It is also a new starting point for my career, and likewise the direction for everyone's joint effort.

Having a company makes management easier; otherwise, everyone would become a scattered handful of sand.

This first glass is to wish the new company smooth sailing and favorable winds."

After I finished, everyone quickly applauded.

I then drained the wine from my glass.

Everyone else drank casually.

After I spoke,

according to the order, Cui Xian needs to say a few words.

At this moment Cui Xian stood up,

he lifted his glass and said: "Thank you, Mr. Zhao, for giving me an opportunity to meet Mr. He and everyone here today.

Just now I heard Mr. Zhao say the new company is named Kun De; the name is excellent.

I know this name comes from the Book of Changes,

the earth is Kun, and a gentleman carries all things with profound virtue.

What it means is that only good virtue can lead the masses forward.

I trust Mr. Zhao,

this tourism project development in Xue County is a once-in-a-century opportunity for Xue County.

If we seize it, Xue County will change.

I am the chief administrator of Xue County.

Here, I, on behalf of Xue County's elders, thank Mr. Zhao and everyone for everything done for Xue County.

I'll drink first in respect."

We all accompanied Cui Chengshan in drinking the wine.

After Cui Chengshan finished, it was He Zuming's turn to speak,

He Zuming smiled,

"Jianqiang, I won't speak further. I'm an old man; just being able to sit here and dine with people like Cui Xian and Li Ju makes me very happy. Let Li Jia speak.

I enjoy listening to you all speak."

Since Mr. He said so, I'll let Li Jia say a few words,

Li Jia stood up, holding a glass,

"Thank you, Mr. He, for giving me this opportunity,

I won't say much; I can only say that after meeting Mr. Zhao,

my understanding has greatly advanced.

Mr. Zhao said I am the primary person in charge,

Thank you, Mr. Zhao, for your trust,

Of course we'll still need your support,

I hope that through our efforts, the new company's business will flourish and prosper."

Li Jia finished and drained the wine.

After Li Jia finished speaking,

the others need not speak any more; the rule has changed, now only the main figures give three toasts. Previously everyone had to speak.

After a round of drinking,

I began to ask about work matters.

Some matters must be laid out on the table.

"Cui Chengshan, have you had any contact with Shanghu, and what is their attitude?"

"Mr. Zhao, after you finish speaking, I will go to Shanghu.

to communicate with their leaders."

Their main concern is the ownership of that dock.

"And the issue of usage rights," Cui Chengshan said.

"This? I've already explained to Tian Shi that the dock we invested in naturally belongs to us, but as for usage rights, everyone can share it."

"We won't use Shanghu's land for free; we'll pay them rent when the time comes," I said.

Cui Chengshan nodded,

"In this meeting, they didn't bring up money."

I want to talk with their leaders in a couple of days to feel things out.

"Later, let Tian Shi go up there to coordinate. Let's spend as little money as possible to accomplish as much as we can," Cui Chengshan said excitedly.

"Good, that's the work attitude I want, Chengshan. That's right—spend little money to do big things and actually get them done."

"Look at the trees on the city wall—they were handled well; we didn't spend much money overall and settled the matter."

"From now on, in our work, we should flexibly use a method to solve problems," I laughed.

"Mr. Zhao, it's not that you're directing everything from behind the scenes. I won't say anything more,"

My dad said I should listen to you in everything.

"I guarantee that from now on I'll listen to you on everything," Cui Chengshan said, holding his drink.

I laughed and took it.

After finishing talking with Cui Chengshan,

I then called Xiao Shitou and Xixi over.

"Xixi, have you gone to the design institute to communicate our ideas to them?"

"Uncle, I've already spoken with the institute's leadership. They're very happy and fully support our work. They'll quickly produce renderings and design drawings, and I'll bring them to you for review when ready," Xixi said.

"Xixi, we need to do this well and thoroughly. Have you also contacted those experts and professors, asking them about some historical matters?" I continued asking.

"Uncle, I've been doing this work all along. I just returned from Zaocheng University today.

They've already said they'll fully assist us," Xixi said.

I nodded,

"You've told your dad, right, to have him come work too?"

"He hasn't finished the village survey yet; once he's done, he'll come over," Xixi said.

"All right, Xixi, work hard; we must get this done well. This is a very good thing."

Xixi nodded.

"Xiao Shitou, tomorrow you'll follow Director Li to handle the industrial and commercial registration of the new company.

"Why are we making you the legal representative? Do you know?" I again looked at Xiao Shitou and asked.

"Dad, I understand what you mean—you're training me, wanting me to take on responsibility," Xiao Shitou said.

Hearing Xiao Shitou say that, I was very happy,

"That's the point, kid. Some say being a legal representative is just to make big money later, but actually it's about taking responsibility.

You three brothers—your elder brother Da Jun is about to be released from prison, and Zhengzheng went abroad and hasn't been heard from since.

I've placed all my hopes on you.

I hope you can take on this responsibility,

You know, we're old now, and we'll still have to rely on you to get things done.

Xiao Shitou, I can make this clear to you,

Being a legal representative isn't just about responsibility; if you do a poor job, don't think I won't turn against you.

I might even scold you.

"Can you bear it?" I asked deliberately.

"Dad, don't worry— as long as I can help you, I'll do anything. If I mess up, you can hit or scold me," Xiao Shitou said, patting his chest.

I laughed heartily,

"Xiao Shitou, good, you've grown up.

This is truly my son. Work hard.

We'll make Kun De Company big and strong."

"Dad, we'll definitely surpass Da Heng Group," Xiao Shitou said, somewhat excited.

"Enough, why bring up Da Heng Group? This kid, we're doing our own thing, with no relation to them," I said angrily.

Xiao Shitou immediately fell silent.