Fang Rumei's factory was located in the western suburbs of Longcheng's East District. The location was a bit remote, but the advantage was that it had ample space.
As Qin Chuan drove into the factory gate, he saw the entire factory bustling with activity.
Workers in hard hats were working at full capacity, a scene of fervent energy as they renovated the entire production workshop.
Qin Chuan did a rough scan, estimating the factory grounds to be at least twenty thousand square meters, a considerable size.
Bai Xiaoguang and Yao Dong, sitting in the back seat, had their eyes wide open.
This place was several times larger than the electronics factory in their hometown county. This was what a real factory looked like.
Qin Chuan asked Teacher Yang to call Fang Rumei. A moment later, the two people in the car saw Fang Rumei, wearing a hard hat and a work uniform, rushing over.
Seeing Qin Chuan and Yang Zimo together, Fang Rumei's eyes widened: "When did you get back to Longcheng?"
"Just now!"
Qin Chuan replied with a smile: "After picking up Zimo from work, I hurried over here."
"Even so, I'm considered half an owner here now. I haven't even seen my own factory; it feels a bit improper."
Fang Rumei pouted: "I think you're just playing innocent games, but your real intention is something else. My factory hasn't been built overnight, and we haven't been cooperating for just a day or two. You've never visited before, but you're here today... Ouch!"
As Fang Rumei was speaking, she suddenly yelped and rubbed her slender waist, looking at her good friend.
"If you talk nonsense again, I'll pinch you!"
Yang Zimo's face flushed slightly, and she threatened.
"Alright, alright, I won't say it! I won't say it!"
Fang Rumei surrendered and then began to show Qin Chuan around the entire factory.
According to Fang Rumei's explanation, the factory was being renovated almost entirely according to the laboratory's requirements. Once the research results were ready, the factory could immediately start production.
Qin Chuan asked how long the renovation would take. Fang Rumei said it would take at least three months, with a total investment of two million.
As for the mechanical equipment being procured simultaneously, that was much more expensive, estimated to be at least twenty million. This budget was much higher than initially planned, but fortunately, they had received a new influx of funds.
This money came from Ye Huai'an and Zhong Dongyao, who were very prompt in transferring five million each to their account after the contract was signed.
Therefore, the expenditure of over twenty million was still within an acceptable range.
Led by Fang Rumei, Qin Chuan and Teacher Yang carefully toured the vast factory. By the time they finished, it was already dusk.
The group drove to the city to eat. Bai Xiaoguang and Yao Dong, being perceptive, made an excuse that they didn't fancy the food at high-end restaurants and wanted to go to street food stalls for beer, so they parted ways.
Qin Chuan would call them when they were done.
Qin Chuan, Yang Zimo, and Fang Rumei chose a private kitchen, and the three of them ate and chatted.
During their conversation about Yang Zimo's current work, Qin Chuan unexpectedly learned from Fang Rumei that Teacher Yang's mother strongly wished her daughter to enter politics, as Yang's maternal family had significant influence in the political arena.
With the support of her maternal relatives, Yang Zimo's talent would surely allow her to go far in a political career.
Qin Chuan subconsciously looked at Teacher Yang sitting beside him and found that she was also looking at him.
"Xiaomo, what are your thoughts now?"
Qin Chuan asked.
Regarding whether Teacher Yang should enter politics or business, they had actually discussed this a long time ago. Qin Chuan's advice back then was to go into business,
because politics was too risky and the waters too deep; a slight misstep could lead to disaster.
However, at that time, Qin Chuan was unaware of Yang's maternal family's background. He still didn't know now; he had only learned about it from Fang Rumei tonight, and it seemed Yang's maternal family was quite powerful.
Facing Qin Chuan's question, Yang Zimo showed a rare expression of annoyance.
"I really don't know what to choose now!"
"Whether it's politics or business, I don't particularly like or dislike either. To me, both are just jobs!"
Teacher Yang said, then proceeded to explain the situation of her maternal grandparents' family.
It turned out that Yang's maternal grandparents were not from Jin Province; their roots were in Zhejiang Province, specifically in Qiantang, one of the renowned cities of Suzhou and Hangzhou.
Yang Zimo had two uncles and one aunt, all of whom were in politics and held significant positions.
As for her maternal grandparents, they were even elder statesmen. Although long retired, their influence remained immense, capable of shaping many people's destinies with a single word.
Strictly speaking, Yang Zimo's maternal family was the weakest among them.
The marriage of Chu Xiuying to the Yang family back then was solely because Yang Zimo's grandfather had once helped the Chu family.
Although the Yang family now had considerable influence and wealth, careers had always been ranked.
Politics always came first, followed by business, and then agriculture.
No matter how wealthy the Yang family was, they were considered inferior to those in sufficiently high political positions.
Although this was somewhat harsh, it was the reality.
"My father devoted his entire life to making money and didn't enter the political arena, which has become my mother's greatest regret."
Yang Zimo finally said slowly.
"My family is small, with only my brother and me. As for my brother, there's no need to elaborate; he's a complete prodigal son, long having despaired my parents.
"So my mother placed all her hopes on me, wanting me to pursue a political career. My maternal grandparents also value me highly, believing I have the makings of a good politician."
Yang Zimo briefly described her family situation, which greatly astonished Qin Chuan.
He had never expected Teacher Yang to have such a deep and hidden background.
He had initially thought the Yang family's threshold was high enough, but he didn't realize her maternal grandparents were the true power players, standing far beyond the ordinary.
Although Yang Zimo's words were subtle, Qin Chuan could discern that the Chu family in Zhejiang Province wielded immense power.
Both maternal grandparents were elder statesmen with numerous protégés.
Their two sons and one daughter were all in politics and held important positions.
Such a massive background was truly enough to make one tremble.
The threshold was too high!
So high that it inspired awe and trepidation.
Even as a reborn individual with a cheat, Qin Chuan felt immense pressure. Could he truly reach a point where he would be recognized by both the Yang and Chu families?
How difficult it was for a businessman to achieve such a feat!
As the three were talking, Yang Zimo's phone suddenly rang.
"My mom!"
Teacher Yang took out her phone, saw who was calling, muttered softly, and then answered.
"Daughter, where are you?"
Chu Xiuying's gentle voice came from the phone.
"Mom, I'm out having dinner with friends!"
Teacher Yang replied.
"With friends? Which friends?"
Chu Xiuying asked again.
"Mom, what are you doing? I'm an adult, and do I need to report in detail every time I have dinner with friends?"
Yang Zimo said with some resistance, her expression turning unpleasant.
Seeing this, Fang Rumei quickly leaned in and said loudly, "Auntie, Zimo is with me!"
Upon hearing Fang Rumei's voice, Chu Xiuying relaxed considerably.
"Okay, okay, then come back early. Your father and I have something to tell you!"
Yang Zimo hung up the phone.
Qin Chuan glanced at the time and saw it was already ten o'clock. He immediately said, "Then let's wrap up for tonight. I'll drive you home."
Yang Zimo looked at Qin Chuan apologetically, but seeing the doting smile on his face, she felt a little comforted.