Chapter 546: The Provincial State-owned Assets Commission Wants to Acquire the Meat Industry Company

Chen Yang didn't think opening thirty-two chain drugstores at once was rash. He explained to Liu Jianghua: "Governor, our company currently lacks experience in independently selling drugs. If we don't make a big move to attract public attention, we simply can't compete with those established drugstores."

Liu Jianghua had grown accustomed to Chen Yang's unconventional moves. But he also knew that if Chen Yang's operation failed, the consequences would be even more severe. He reminded him again: "Chen Yang, no matter how you've considered it, you must see it through for me. If Tianqi Pharmaceutical becomes a laughingstock in Dongjiangsheng under your watch, I won't let you off!"

Chen Yang laughed: "Governor, rest assured! When I first started the people's agricultural products chain store, I was also losing money just to gain attention, and now it's doing quite well, isn't it?"

Liu Jianghua didn't rebut this time. Although Chen Yang is a newcomer to the pharmaceutical industry, he indeed has successful experience running chain stores.

The entire leadership of Dongjiangsheng highly evaluates the people's agricultural products chain store. Not only are the prices affordable, but the product quality is also good. More importantly, while ensuring those two conditions, they can also provide high-quality service.

If all enterprises in Dongjiangsheng could take the people's agricultural products trading company as a model, what need is there to worry about the economy not thriving!

"Chen Yang, since you're confident, go ahead and act boldly! If you encounter any insurmountable difficulties again, you can come to me."

"Thank you for your support, Governor. I will certainly not betray your trust!" Chen Yang now only wants to cling to Liu Jianghua's thigh. Only then can he maintain his footing in Dongjiangsheng.

Liu Jianghua suddenly thought of something and said to Chen Yang: "Your female CEO is still not up to par, right? Both returned from studying abroad in the Beautiful Country, but compared to Shen Anna, she's far behind."

Chen Yang didn't expect Liu Jianghua to have such a bias against He Wanqiu. He laughed and said: "Governor, you need to give her more time. When I and Manager Shen first started the people's agricultural products trading company, we actually faced many difficulties too. We grew step by step through countless problems."

Seeing Chen Yang consistently trust He Wanqiu, Liu Jianghua curiously asked: "I've heard that girl is very pretty. You won't have any other thoughts about her, will you?"

Chen Yang didn't expect Liu Jianghua to gossip as well, and he gave a wry smile: "Governor, do I look like someone who would be swayed by beauty?"

Liu Jianghua snorted and said sternly: "If you're not swayed by beauty, how did you end up divorcing the Lin family girl?"

Chen Yang gave an embarrassed laugh. What happened between him and Liu Qingqing really can't be explained. It also can't be clarified.

"Alright, I still have work to do. Go back and prepare the chain drugstore first." Liu Jianghua made a gesture to see him out. As long as it doesn't affect work, he doesn't care about Chen Yang's personal feelings.

Chen Yang instantly felt relieved and quickly slipped out of Liu Jianghua's office.

Not far away, he happened to run into Huo Yunyan bringing Sun Changqing's son Sun Ce from the front.

Because of his relationship with Old Master Hu, Chen Yang had originally wanted to avoid Huo Yunyan, but he didn't expect Sun Ce to spot him first.

"Big Boss Chen, long time no see!"

"Director Huo good! Brother Ce good!" Seeing he couldn't avoid them, Chen Yang could only smile and greet Huo Yunyan and Sun Ce.

"Chen Yang, were you just trying to avoid me?" Huo Yunyan had already received news of Chen Yang being with Liu Jianghua, so she deliberately waited outside with Sun Ce, not expecting this kid to actually try to dodge her. This made her a bit displeased.

Chen Yang laughed and explained: "Director Huo, you're busy with myriad affairs; I'm just an idle person and don't want to disturb your work."

Huo Yunyan gave Chen Yang a look that said, "Do you think I'd believe that?" She said lightly: "Since you're here, come to my office for a sit." After speaking, she turned and headed straight to her office.

Chen Yang was still hesitating whether to follow, but Sun Ce forcibly pulled him toward the State-owned Assets Commission office.

After arriving at Huo Yunyan's office, Sun Ce finally released Chen Yang's hand, smiling and saying: "Big Boss Chen, after you finish talking with Director Huo, remember to find me—I'll treat you to a meal."

Chen Yang felt Sun Ce's personality was still quite to his liking, but he worried that getting too close would bring Zhu Junhao meddling in again. For that backstabbing vampire, he really is annoyed.

"Chen Yang, how long are you going to make me wait?" Huo Yunyan's voice interrupted his thoughts, and he hurriedly jogged into her office.

"Director Huo, what are your orders?"

Huo Yunyan looked at Chen Yang and said: "I heard you refused the Governor's proposal for the State-owned Assets Commission to take a stake in the people's agricultural products trading company. I want to know the reason."

Chen Yang didn't expect Huo Yunyan to seek him over this matter. He answered seriously: "Director Huo, our company currently isn't short of funds; aside from some management, we temporarily don't plan to let other capital into the board."

Huo Yunyan naturally knew Chen Yang wasn't short of money. She also didn't expect to gain control of the people's agricultural products trading company. This time seeking Chen Yang actually had another purpose.

"Chen Yang, you already have one listed company, and now you want to simultaneously take the people's agricultural products trading company and the Meat Industry Limited Company public—you'll surely be stretched thin. Since you're unwilling to let go of the trading company, are you interested in selling the equity of the meat industry company to the State-owned Assets Commission?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Yang immediately understood Huo Yunyan's intent. He asked her: "Director Huo, is this Old Master Hu's intention?"

Huo Yunyan didn't directly answer Chen Yang's question, but said: "As long as you're willing to sell the meat industry company, we will definitely not let you suffer a loss."

Chen Yang had never thought of selling the People's Meat Industry Limited Company. But if this is the joint wish of the Hu and Lin families, then he must seriously consider it.

"Director Huo, for such a major matter, please allow me some time to consider."

"Alright, then I'll wait for your reply." Huo Yunyan didn't want to press Chen Yang. After all, he is a big red person beside Liu Jianghua, and also a major contributor who achieved satisfactory results in the first phase of the Provincial State-owned Enterprise Reform Group. Both emotionally and logically, she couldn't do something like tearing down the bridge after crossing the river.

Seeing Huo Yunyan not being pushy, Chen Yang relaxed a bit. However, he also had no interest in going to eat with Sun Ce anymore. After saying a few apologetic words, he directly drove home.

After returning home, Chen Yang called Lin Wei.

"Honey, did you know the State-owned Assets Commission wants to purchase the People's Meat Industry Limited Company?"

"My maternal grandfather mentioned this to me. His meaning is: with the State-owned Assets Commission's endorsement, the conditions for the meat industry company's listing will be more mature."

"So you also support me selling the company?"

"Make your own decision. No matter what you choose, I'll support you."