When Ran Ran found out that I had bought a scrap recycling company, she called me and scolded me.
"Are you out of your mind? You bought a scrap recycling company?"
"Yeah," I replied calmly, "what's wrong with that?"
Ran Ran was speechless for a moment before asking, "Did you do any market research before this?"
"What research?" I asked her, confused. "Ran Ran, I'm running a legitimate business."
"I know it's a legitimate business," Ran Ran sighed. "But the scrap recycling industry isn't something just anyone can dive into."
"You've never been involved in this industry before; jumping in without preparation can lead to disaster."
"And you invested so much money all at once—are you crazy?"
I asked her, "How much do you think I should invest then?"
"Start with a smaller investment and test the waters," Ran Ran suggested. "Business is tough these days; it's better to be cautious."
I sighed, "But I've already completed the paperwork."
Ran Ran fell silent again.
I joined her in silence.
Initially, I was just thinking about starting a business.
Any industry would do.
So I bought a scrap recycling company without much thought.
Now that I think about it, it does seem a bit hasty.
But there's no turning back once the arrow is shot.
Since I've already bought it, I might as well manage it well.
I began reaching out to potential clients.
Once I made contact, I arranged a meeting to discuss cooperation.
To my surprise, when we met, I discovered that the other party was a clothing factory owned by Ma Tao.
The factory director was a middle-aged man in his forties.
He respectfully addressed Mr. Ma as Ma Tao.
He had set a main seat for Ma Tao, while I could only sit at the side in a secondary position.
Ma Tao merely glanced at me, showing no intention of speaking.
I could only pretend not to notice him.
The factory director spoke many flattering words.
I chimed in with a few compliments as well.
However, Ma Tao remained cold and silent throughout.
The factory director was quite perceptive.
Noticing Ma Tao's displeasure, he immediately fell silent.
A heavy silence enveloped the dining table.
I couldn't hold back any longer: “Mr. Ma, I’d like to propose a toast to you.”
Ma Tao lifted his gaze to me, raised his glass, and downed it in one gulp.
“Mr. Ma, if you have any requests, please feel free to mention them,” I said with a smile, raising my glass again. “I’ve had my drink.”
After watching me finish my drink, Ma Tao finally spoke: “Requests... well, not really.”
“However...” he paused for a moment before continuing,
“I hope our cooperation can proceed in a long-term and stable manner.”
“That’s not a problem,” I immediately agreed.
Of course!
This was my first big deal!
As long as I could secure it, I would have a steady income every month!
“So what does Mr. Ma mean by that...?” I asked him cautiously.
He smiled and said, "What I mean is, the price is up to you."
I was taken aback.
Ma Tao had always been unpredictable.
His request surely had its purpose.
But no matter what his intention was, I had to grit my teeth and agree.
After all, I was in business now.
I couldn't just think about myself; I had to support the entire company's employees!
The factory manager looked at me in shock. "President Yu..."
I raised my hand to stop him. "Whatever Mr. Ma says goes."
Ma Tao smiled with satisfaction. "Good."
He took out his phone and made a call. "Send the price list to President Yu."
"President Yu, here is the price list you requested."
I took it and glanced at it, instantly speechless.
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