45: Netcom takes action and sweeps everything!

Chapter 45: Cyberspace Administration Takes Action, Sweeping Everything!

Lu Shenwei said with a smile, Zhou Wen's nephew had a lot of ideas; he studied electromechanical engineering but was excellent at public relations.

“I’m relieved to hear that. The higher-ups said they’d come in a couple of days to install the classified unit plaque.”

“Then we should prepare well. This is a big deal.”

“The higher-ups specifically instructed that everything be kept simple.”

Lu Shenwei nodded; he also didn't want to make a big fuss.

“There’s also something else: there’s a Qinchuan Industrial and Commercial Reception in a couple of days that you need to attend.”

Another reception?

“Can I not go? You know I don’t like those kinds of events,” Lu Shenwei said with a bitter face.

“You can bring Director Ma and have him block drinks for you.”

“Alright then, I’ll have to trouble Uncle Ma.”

With the Cyberspace Administration stepping in, Julong Steel’s online reputation took a 180-degree turn.

Of course, there were still criticisms, but they didn't have that strong 'troll' smell.

Julong Steel Factory, Chairman’s Office.

“Uncle Ma, we’re going to a reception in a couple of days. Director Zhou has asked several times, and I can’t refuse,” Lu Shenwei said casually.

Ma Quanlin scratched his head and said, “We have too many steel pipe orders recently. I’m thinking if we can expand another production line?”

“Uncle Ma, you arrange it. We’re not short on money now.”

Julong Steel Factory already had 1.1 billion in deposits, which was enough for either expanding production lines or starting new projects.

“Even with a lot of money, we can’t spend it recklessly. Let’s expand one steel pipe production line first. As for the reception, you take Wang Zizhong,” Ma Quanlin said.

Julong Steel and steel cables were hugely popular, and drone sales were also booming. Of Julong Steel's three business units, only the agricultural vehicle R&D department had made no progress.

Wang Zizhong, with his four hundred or so people, was so worried every day that he couldn't sleep, and his hair had turned white around the edges.

If this continued, Wang Zizhong would likely collapse from exhaustion before the New Year.

“Has Wang Zizhong’s situation not improved?”

“He’s almost obsessed. You should take him to the reception to distract him.”

“Alright, Uncle Ma, you keep a close eye on the recruitment these two days, and also the steel cable production. Make sure the surface of the sheep droppings is smooth.”

To trick the Eagle Nation, Lu Shenwei even specifically exchanged steel cable camouflage technology from the mall. With the Eagle Nation's technical level, they would definitely not find any problems.

“Drone sales are booming, but don’t expand the production line for now. Once we have enough people, we’ll focus on researching and developing large unmanned transport aircraft.”

The first step of diversified development must be firmly established for Julong Steel to achieve stable and long-term success.

Two days later, a special envoy from the Dragon Xia General Administration of Confidentiality arrived to install the Class A Confidential Unit plaque. Lu Shenwei immediately announced that all factory employees would receive an additional 600 yuan in confidentiality fees each month.

“Chairman Lu is generous! Our Julong Steel Factory is getting better and better.”

“Isn’t that right? Just think, three years ago, we were almost bankrupt.”

“If you ask me, Director Ma was lucky. He overruled all objections and let Chairman Lu take over completely, otherwise, we’d be eating the northwest wind by now.”

“I heard Chairman Lu and Director Wang are going to a reception tonight, and Qinchuan Industrial and Commercial is even giving us an award.”

The workers chatted and laughed, while Lu Shenwei and Wang Zizhong arrived early at the Qinchuan Hotel reception.

“Chairman Lu, you’re quite early. Please have a seat here.”

When Huang Liang saw Lu Shenwei arrive, he immediately went to greet him.

“Don’t I need to sign in today?” Lu Shenwei joked.

Huang Liang awkwardly said, “You still remember that small matter?”

“Hahaha, just kidding. Where’s Director Zhou?” Lu Shenwei changed the subject.

As the company grew larger and larger, with more and more production lines, expanding the factory area had become an urgent matter.

Lu Shenwei wanted to use today’s opportunity to talk to Zhou Wen properly.

“Director Zhou is preparing his speech. He’ll be here soon.”

Hearing Huang Liang say that, Lu Shenwei found a place to sit down, with Wang Zizhong following behind him.

But he had barely sat down when he saw a burly man with a big head and round waist waving at him.

“Who’s that?”

“Li Shouxin, Chairman of Qinchuan Coal Group. A ruthless self-made man.”

As soon as Wang Zizhong finished speaking, Li Shouxin walked over with a wine glass.

“It’s better to meet in person. Chairman Lu, you are young and promising.”

“It’s a pleasure to meet you. Chairman Li is a big shot in the industry; it’s rare to meet.”

It’s all about flattery and pleasantries; at a reception like this, you have to say what people want to hear.

“Director Lu is now the new star of our Qinchuan industrial and commercial sector, overshadowing us old-timers.”

Li Shouxin said with a smile, and Lu Shenwei responded casually.

“Knowing that Director Lu would be at the reception today, I specifically arrived early.”

“Chairman Li, is there something you need?”

“Not really, I just thought of helping Director Lu solve a problem. Our eldest daughter…”

Li Shouxin hadn’t finished speaking when he suddenly felt someone tap him on the shoulder.

“Old Li, that’s not right. Your daughter is six years older than Director Lu, she’s over thirty. Is it appropriate to introduce her to Director Lu?”

Uh, is this a blind date for me?

“Chairman Lu, the short one is General Manager Wu of Qinchuan Chemical, who owns tens of billions in assets.”

Wang Zizhong whispered. Wang Zizhong used to be in the same circle as these people, but ever since Shanmao Tractor Factory declined, he rarely came to such events.

After all, they are all shrewd people; if you don't have money, who would want to hang out with you?

Don't even talk about helping a brother out; it's good enough if they don't mess with you.

“What are you talking about? What’s wrong with being six years older? Haven’t you heard that a woman three years older brings golden bricks? Six years older means two bricks.”

“Aren’t you afraid of being laughed at? What kind of status does Director Lu have? It’s much better for him to find a female celebrity. What kind of looks does your eldest daughter have? Is she even worthy of Director Lu?”

General Manager Wu of Chemical teased. Li Shouxin heard this and cursed with a smile, “You’re talking nonsense! My daughter is an overseas Ph.D., and she’s a perfect match for Director Lu.”

“Who doesn’t know your Li Nini bought her degree? If you ask me, our Erni is the only one worthy of Director Lu.”

“Old Wang, are you looking for a fight today?”

“Am I afraid of you? Don’t think I don’t know you’ve been playing dirty tricks behind my back!”

Seeing that the two were about to fight, Lu Shenwei quickly pulled Wang Zizhong to a corner.

“Uncle Wang, you didn’t even bring sunflower seeds with you.”

“You’re not breaking it up?”

“Breaking it up? Why break it up? Receptions are so boring. It’s much more fun to watch two old men fight.”

It was rare to have such entertainment, so Lu Shenwei wouldn't break up the fight.

“You must be Director Lu? Nice to meet you, I am Xiao Chen.”

The middle-aged man extended his hand, and Lu Shenwei shook it.

“Xiao Chen, Chairman of Youfa Electromechanical, also a billionaire General Manager.”

Wang Zizhong whispered a reminder, and Lu Shenwei asked, “He doesn’t have a daughter, does he?”

“He does, and she’s his only daughter. I heard she’s quite pretty.”

“Hello, General Manager Xiao.” Lu Shenwei said politely.

“I heard your company is developing a large unmanned transport aircraft. Our unit’s electromechanical system is quite good. I wonder if there’s an opportunity for cooperation.”

Finally, it wasn't about setting him up for a date. Lu Shenwei breathed a sigh of relief.

“You’re quite well-informed. Let’s find some time to talk properly.”