Chapter 427: Chen Yang

"Hmm, not bad, this young man has spirit. Old Zhong? This son-in-law of yours is quite good."

"Hmph, could my, Zhong Dingbang's, son-in-law be anything less? But this kid still needs a beating."

The few comrades couldn't be bothered to pay attention to his contradictory words; if everyone followed his lead, their mouths would likely be stretched to the back of their ears in a moment.

"Let's set aside other things for now and talk about the distribution issue. Ping'an, kid, tell us your thoughts."

Seeing Zhong Dingbang nod slightly, Zhang Ping'an finally stated his distribution plan.

"Respected leaders, I think it can be divided into five parts."

"Oh? Do go on."

"First is our Oriental Group, accounting for thirty-nine percent. Whether it's the initial research investment or the later technical support, our participation is indispensable."

"Especially now with the laying of base stations, Oriental Group must invest a large amount of capital; you only need to provide the manpower."

"Second, the military accounts for fifteen percent, then the Post and Telecommunications Bureau accounts for fifteen percent, the Ministry of Public Security accounts for fifteen percent, and the remaining sixteen percent may still require cooperation and coordination between various departments."

"The military and Public Security are the forces that the state most needs to develop, and the early base stations also need people to guard them."

"The Post and Telecommunications Bureau has sufficient relevant experience and can help us better complete the laying of base stations. As for the remaining sixteen percent, consider it my donation to the state."

"Hehe, you kid certainly has quite the audacity."

The few old men looked at each other, all slightly moved. The investment for laying base stations nationwide is not one or two thousand yuan; nowadays, even installing a telephone costs four or five thousand and requires waiting in line, let alone base stations.

One must know that a single base station easily costs hundreds of thousands or millions in investment; wanting to lay them nationwide shows just how massive the investment is.

"Hmm... how about this, we cannot take such a big advantage of you. You take fifty-one percent, the military and the Ministry of Public Security each take fifteen percent, the Post and Telecommunications Bureau takes twelve percent, and we will arrange the remaining seven percent."

"This..."

This made Zhang Ping'an feel very insecure. Does that mean he will be the largest operator in the future?

"Just as you said, the initial investment and later technology are all provided by you, so we cannot take the lion's share."

"Fine, then this kid thanks the several leaders for their great kindness. Shall we give this company a name?"

"You said this is a mobile telephone, so let's call it 'Yi Dian' (Mobile Phone)."

"Uh..."

"Not bad."

"Lao Zhao, you are still the talented one."

"A good name indeed, it's so fitting."

Zhang Ping'an could only bite the bullet and agree, so the company name was decided in such a hasty manner.

Afterward, Zhang Ping'an didn't need to manage much; he just had to bring back the base station equipment and arrange for people to guide the installation. Others did all the other work, and Zhang Ping'an once again felt the pleasure of having a big tree to lean on—it was simply too worry-free.

The mobile phone center factory in Xiangjiang was also operating at full capacity, striving to have enough mobile phones in stock by the end of the year.

Everything in the Oriental Group was proceeding in an orderly manner, while over here, Qi Tongwei and Chen Yang began their tale of love and hate.

Back then, Qi Tongwei's remark, "If you have anything, you can come find me," was remembered by Chen Yang. Plus, both were top students and both liked going to the Library, so they became increasingly familiar with each other.

"Senior, are you free tomorrow on your day off? Why don't we go out for a stroll? Since starting university, I haven't really explored this place properly."

"This... alright."

Qi Tongwei also appreciated this like-minded junior student, and it was good to relax occasionally, but Qi Tongwei absolutely had no thoughts in that regard for the time being.

"Great, then it's a deal, see you tomorrow."

Chen Yang was also a top student, and she was full of admiration for this senior who was on the same frequency as her, especially after learning they were the same age, her admiration grew even deeper.

"Alright."

Qi Tongwei returned to the dormitory and directly refused everyone's request to bring back food tomorrow.

"Uh, I have something to do tomorrow, you guys play rock-paper-scissors to see who goes."

"Oh? Lao Liu, you've got something going on? Is it that Chen junior of yours?"

After these two months, they all knew that besides Qi Tongwei, there was another person in the Political and Law Department who liked to hang out in the Library, and that was Chen Yang.

"Hmm, I suppose so. It just so happens you guys also said I should relax a bit."

"Lao Liu..."

"Everyone, don't get the wrong idea. I do have a bit of appreciation for Chen, but I absolutely have no other intentions. I will not be looking for a partner during university."

"Our top priority is still studying. I don't want to waste these four years of university time, and besides, I am a man who wants to read every single book on politics and law."

"..."

The others stopped teasing. Everyone had been getting along for over a year, and they all understood each other's families; Qi Tongwei's family was indeed very ordinary.

"Lao Liu is right, so who is going to bring the food tomorrow?"

"Rock, paper, scissors."

"Damn, did you guys conspire?" Lao San clenched his fist with a frustrated look, because he lost in just one round.

"Hahaha, serves you right, accept your loss, Lao San."

"Exactly."

Qi Tongwei ignored these clowns and took his clothes to the public washing area, with Qin Wenzhang following closely behind.

"Lao Liu? Appreciation is appreciation, but don't get yourself trapped. You won't be able to pass the hurdle of her old man."

Qin Wenzhang also directly clarified. His father was also a Deputy Mayor, just with different responsibilities than Chen Yanshi, but he still knew a lot about Chen Yanshi as a person.

Chen Yanshi didn't even look up to him, let alone Qi Tongwei, a country boy with no background.

"Boss, I really don't have those thoughts."

"Fine, suit yourself. Don't blame your brother for not warning you when the time comes."

Qin Wenzhang shook his head and stopped trying to persuade him. If these two continued to get along like this, something would happen sooner or later.

The next day at nine o'clock, the two met at the school gate. Qi Tongwei was still in his usual school attire, while Chen Yang had tidied herself up, looking lively and cute.

"Where shall we go for a stroll?"

"Shall we go to the Oriental Supermarket? I heard a new one just opened around here; it seems very large and has everything."

"Okay."

Qi Tongwei knew this was the business of his godfather, Zhang Ping'an; Zhang Weijun had even come to visit him while it was under construction last year and brought him quite a few good things.

The two of them took a bus directly to the nearest supermarket, but as soon as they got on and before they had even steadied themselves, the driver accelerated rapidly, and Chen Yang leaned against Qi Tongwei.

"Ahem, are you alright?"

"No, I'm fine."

Both of them blushed a little; Qi Tongwei was a hot-blooded young man, after all, and he couldn't help but feel a flutter in his heart at this beautiful junior's "throwing herself into his arms."

Chen Yang felt much the same; she already had a favorable impression of Qi Tongwei, but this was also her first time being so close to a boy, and the pleasant scent of a man washed over her.

For the rest of the journey, the two remained somewhat awkward and didn't say much, only feeling much more at ease once they reached the supermarket.

"Chen Yang, what would you like to buy?"

"I'm planning to buy some snacks, but let's walk around and look first."

"Okay."

Shopping with a woman was the biggest headache, and Qi Tongwei felt a bit numb; he would have preferred to just buy what was needed and leave, but they had already been walking for over an hour, and Chen Yang was still tireless.

It wasn't until nearly noon, with the supermarket packed with people and under Qi Tongwei's urging, that Chen Yang finally ended the shopping trip, still wanting more.

Qi Tongwei decided he would never go shopping again, or if he did, he would come alone, while Chen Yang stood beside him, still excitedly counting her spoils.

"Senior, thank you for today; I'll treat you to lunch in a bit."

"Okay."

Qi Tongwei did not stand on ceremony; he had been acting as free labor all morning, so it was only right to be compensated, and besides, given how Chen Yang had been spending money freely just now, she shouldn't be short on the price of a meal.