Chapter 118: Nothing Can Be Done Without Connections!

Tang Ye browsed the webpage.

A news headline caught his eye.

Reading deeper, his expression gradually became grave.

The news came from a weekly magazine in Guangdong Province, and the reporter was quite famous, having won national journalism awards multiple times.

This in-depth report exposed a well-known domestic women's lingerie factory for having quality issues with its products.

Although it had nothing to do with Qin Ge, every industry is linked in a way where one prospers or suffers with the rest.

When a problem appears in one brand, it is easy for consumers to lose trust in the entire industry collectively.

An average person seeing this news would just be looking for some excitement, but Tang Ye was very sharp.

The time of the news release was very close to March 15th; could it be hiding a special signal?

He sent the link to Lin Ziyang.

After reading the news, Lin Ziyang quickly called Tang Ye back.

"I saw this news this morning too. It has an impact on us, but not a particularly large one. Many customers have called to inquire about our product quality, and I have completed script training, so customer service will provide professional answers. Please rest assured!"

"You must write the materials used in the products clearly on the product detail page."

"I will update it later."

Subsequently, Tang Ye dialed Gu Wenqin's phone number.

"There is a very urgent matter that needs you to handle; bring the samples and come with me to the County Inspection and Testing Center."

Although Gu Wenqin could not guess what Tang Ye wanted to do, she followed his instructions implicitly.

"Alright, I will be there shortly."

Gu Wenqin sorted out the samples and arrived at the Government to meet with Tang Ye.

Tang Ye picked up the car keys for the Accord at the General Office.

The two headed straight to the Testing Institute of the County Quality and Technical Supervision Bureau.

Entering the lobby, Gu Wenqin went to the window alone to inquire.

"Comrade, we would like to have our company's products tested; what is the procedure?"

The Clerk receiving at the window was about forty years old.

He was indifferent at first, but upon seeing Gu Wenqin's appearance, he was instantly attracted and a smile appeared on his face: "I have a lot of work on hand right now, you need to queue. Wait over there for a while!"

Gu Wenqin was helpless and could only sit down.

Tang Ye looked around and mused that there was no one there at the moment.

The Clerk did not accept the request immediately, clearly making things difficult on purpose.

Gu Wenqin looked to her side; the older sister who had arrived after her stood up and walked toward another window.

The staff member at that window treated the older sister very politely.

Seeing this, Gu Wenqin went to the window again to urge him.

"Comrade, may I ask how much longer we have to wait?"

The Clerk feigned a frown, "There is indeed a lot of work today, I estimate it will be the afternoon. I can take a two-hour break at noon; if you have sincerity, I can spare some time to advise you."

After speaking, the Clerk did not give Gu Wenqin a chance to reply and picked up the desk phone to start making a call.

The hint had been given; now it depended on whether Gu Wenqin "understood the situation."

Gu Wenqin returned empty-handed, feeling low.

The older sister had already finished her business and, seeing that Gu Wenqin and Tang Ye were still being left out, leaned over to kindly remind them, "You two should find someone to grease the wheels, otherwise even if they take your materials, they will still make things difficult for you in the report."

Gu Wenqin was surprised and looked at Tang Ye helplessly.

Tang Ye certainly understood the principle that without connections, it is hard to move an inch.

He had originally planned to submit the materials and then find someone to put in a good word to shorten the reporting time, but he hadn't expected to be stuck at the very first step of submitting the materials!

Tang Ye picked up the materials and walked straight to the window.

"Comrade, does your work efficiency need improvement?"

The middle-aged man adjusted his black-rimmed glasses, his face full of impatience, "I am not idle. If you can't wait, come back next Monday!"

"Next Monday?"

Tang Ye pointed at the wall directly opposite, which read: "Public satisfaction is the goal, work efficiency is the theme."

"Staring at these slogans every day, then looking at what you are doing, don't you feel ashamed?"

The clerks at other windows did not expect Tang Ye to start shouting directly and turned to look at Tang Ye one after another.

However, no one came forward to persuade him.

This situation was not the first time it had happened!

Fearing that the matter would blow up, the middle-aged man snorted through his nose and tapped the table to settle the matter.

"Just leave the materials there; when I have time, I will handle them for you!"

"I don't feel at ease leaving things for you to handle!"

Seeing Tang Ye's style, the older sister shook her head repeatedly, musing that Tang Ye was too young and didn't use his brain when doing things, "You've offended them to death now!"

"Sister, we know what we're doing!" Gu Wenqin felt quite vindicated.

"I'm going outside to make a call."

He had to call in reinforcements!

Tang Ye had just walked out of the lobby.

The Clerk walked toward Gu Wenqin.

He lifted his chin and gave a look toward the right side.

Although Gu Wenqin was dissatisfied, she still followed him to the back.

"Let me introduce myself, my name is Wang Lang. What is your position at the factory?"

"I am the legal representative, Gu Wenqin."

Upon hearing that Gu Wenqin was the legal representative, Wang Lang's attitude shifted.

"You need to keep your subordinates in check! They are too ignorant of the ways of the world. There were so many people in the lobby, and he was making such a scene; what is that supposed to mean?"

"Now that it's just the two of us, I'll speak more plainly. The inspection report involves a cumbersome process and requires troubling many people. Let's have a meal together at noon, and I will explain the ins and outs to you clearly. If you are sincere enough, I can guarantee that I will get things done beautifully!"

As Wang Lang spoke, he reached out with a lecherous hand, placed it on Gu Wenqin's shoulder, and gave it a light pat.

Gu Wenqin's expression changed drastically, and she retreated a step in alarm.

Wang Lang hurriedly smiled and explained, "Don't be so nervous; those who know me know that I am very easy to get along with."

Sensing that Wang Lang had a character problem, Gu Wenqin hurried toward the exit.

Wang Lang stared fixedly at Gu Wenqin's back, his mind brewing with malicious intent.

After finishing his phone call, Tang Ye prepared to look for Gu Wenqin, only to find she was nowhere to be seen.

He was just about to call Gu Wenqin.

When he saw Gu Wenqin walk in from a side door with a flustered expression.

Tang Ye realized something was wrong!

"What happened?"

"It's nothing! That man surnamed Wang means that we must treat him to a meal."

Gu Wenqin felt embarrassed to expose that Wang Lang had just "harassed" her.

"Did you agree?" Tang Ye knew the matter was not that simple!

"No. However, it looks like if he isn't satisfied, things won't be easy to handle."

Tang Ye comforted Gu Wenqin.

"Don't worry, wait a little longer."

Wang Lang sat back at his workstation and glanced at Tang Ye with disdain.

What was the use of making a scene like a mad dog?

In the end, wouldn't he still have to beg him!

Not long after, a man rushed into the lobby in a great hurry.

Wang Lang recognized him as Shen Datong, the Director of the Quality and Technical Supervision Bureau, and hurriedly sat up straight.

Shen Datong walked straight toward Tang Ye and took the initiative to reach out his hand, "Town Mayor Tang, why are you here? Why didn't you give me a heads-up in advance?"

The noisy lobby instantly fell silent.

Tang Ye glanced at Wang Lang.

"Director Shen, it's a small matter; I originally didn't want to disturb you. But later I discovered that if I didn't invite you out, it would be truly too difficult. Most of the comrades in your unit are very good, but the attitude of a very small number of comrades is chilling!"

Shen Datong immediately realized that Tang Ye was implying something else and said with a chuckle, "Thank you for pointing out where we have fallen short! We will certainly learn our lesson and earnestly rectify the situation."

After speaking, Shen Datong glared fiercely at Wang Lang!