Looking at Xu Ronghua and Li Chunsheng, their faces serious and all traces of alcohol seemingly gone, Qin Chuan did not retreat. Instead, he adopted an equally earnest and solemn expression to argue his point.
"While real estate certainly has its limitations, it offers low risk, high returns, and is currently strongly supported by the state, receiving a favorable climate."
"Take Shicheng City, for example. Isn't the price changing daily!"
"In the future, it's very likely to become a necessity, something young people cannot do without when getting married and starting a family!"
"Furthermore..."
At this point, Qin Chuan paused, then stated firmly, "Real estate possesses an attribute that many things cannot replace!"
"What attribute?"
Xu Ronghua couldn't help but ask. Li Chunsheng remained silent, but his eyes betrayed an intense curiosity.
Qin Chuan didn't keep them guessing. He slowly said, "Like many antiques, houses have the potential to appreciate in value!"
"If you buy a house now, say at five hundred yuan per square meter, it might be a thousand yuan per square meter in a couple of years, doubling in price!"
"But electronic products? They only depreciate. They are consumables, not collectibles!"
This time, Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua had no retort. Indeed, any electronic product was a consumable; once bought, its value would only decrease, rarely increase.
However, new thoughts soon emerged.
"Boss Qin, how can you be so sure that house prices will keep rising and not fall?"
Xu Ronghua inquired.
"As far as I know, a few years ago in Qiongzhou, housing prices surged dramatically. From about a thousand yuan per square meter, they multiplied several times over two years, reaching seven to eight thousand."
"But after the real estate bubble burst, countless speculators were ruined, losing everything and their families scattered!"
This time, it was Qin Chuan's turn to be speechless, because this was also a fact. The Qiongzhou example made everyone involved in real estate investment fearful, and perhaps many had still not recovered.
"Alright, we're essentially talking about different things. We're on completely different wavelengths, and there's no point arguing back and forth."
Li Chunsheng suddenly interjected.
"We're here to drink tonight, not to quarrel over these trivial matters. Come! Let's keep drinking!"
Qin Chuan and Xu Ronghua, who had been staring intently at each other, paused. Then, they couldn't help but laugh.
Indeed, houses and electronics belonged to different domains. What was the point of arguing? It was ridiculous.
"Let's drink!"
"Come, cheers!"
The atmosphere between the three quickly returned to joviality, with glasses emptied one after another.
However, Qin Chuan couldn't let the momentum he had finally built up dissipate like this.
He had bumped into these two while simply having a seafood meal. It seemed to prove there was a significant connection between them.
He recalled Ye Qingping 'forcing' him to take over the Xinhua Electronics Factory, a field he knew nothing about. If he didn't bring back a few brilliant and capable individuals, how would he report back? Would he really have to incur losses?
"Uncle Li, you're about the same age as my father. I'll call you Uncle Li from now on!"
Qin Chuan said with a smile to Li Chunsheng.
"And Section Chief Xu, I'll call you Hua Ge from now on!"
"Do you two truly believe the prospects for electronics are that good? No less than the real estate business?"
"Absolutely!"
In response to Qin Chuan's question, Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua spoke in unison. After saying this, they exchanged a look and smiled at each other, giving off a somewhat intimate vibe.
Qin Chuan quickly averted his gaze, fearing he might get an eye infection.
"Then, if... I'm just saying, if I were to invite you two to join me in starting a business together, would you be interested?"
Qin Chuan tentatively asked.
Hmm?!
As expected, after this sensitive question was posed, he was met with piercing gazes from Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua, eyes that seemed capable of seeing right through him.
Qin Chuan added, "Uncle Li, Hua Ge, I'm not joking! I'm serious!"
"You both know your current situations without me having to spell it out."
"Didn't Hua Ge just mention wanting to start his own business? I think my electronics factory is a very good option."
Qin Chuan tried his best to maintain a sincere demeanor and tone.
"If you two are willing to come, you won't need to invest any money. I'll be solely responsible for all R&D funding. You just need to provide the technical expertise."
"Not only that, but I will also grant you sufficient authority, company shares, and even a double salary!"
"Once we achieve success, like with this electronic locker project, the returns will absolutely be tens or even hundreds of times your current salary!"
After saying all this, Qin Chuan fell silent, quietly observing Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua.
Under his gaze, both Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua appeared pensive, their breathing fluctuating.
It was evident that his words had caused significant emotional turmoil for them.
Qin Chuan thought for a moment and added, "Of course, there are disadvantages to coming to my place."
"My factory is in a small county town, far from the convenient transportation and developed facilities of Shicheng City. The conditions are also somewhat harsh."
"You might even have to leave your families. All of this is a significant consideration."
"Therefore, I'm not in a hurry for you two to make a decision immediately!"
"I'll be staying in Shicheng City for a few more days, so you two will have ample time to consider."
With that, Qin Chuan stood up, saying he was going to the restroom, leaving Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua behind.
Watching Qin Chuan's retreating figure disappear into the shadows, Li Chunsheng and Xu Ronghua exchanged glances, seeing the solemnity in each other's eyes.
"Engineer Li, what are your thoughts?"
Xu Ronghua asked.
Li Chunsheng gave a wry smile. "Don't look at me like that. My family situation is different from yours. My son and daughter are already married and settled. Only my wife remains at home."
"Going wherever I please is easy!"
"But you're different. Your wife also works in Shicheng City, and your children are attending elementary school here..."
"Can you set out to start a business with peace of mind, leaving your wife and children behind in Shicheng City?"
Xu Ronghua remained silent, then slowly shook his head. "I don't know!"
"Also, we shouldn't make a decision based solely on that young man's words. Whether what he says is true or not, we need to visit and inspect it ourselves or find someone to inquire..."
Li Chunsheng said again.
"Find someone to inquire? You mean General Manager Ye..."
Xu Ronghua reacted quickly.
"Yes!"
Li Chunsheng nodded. "We may not trust Qin Chuan, but we trust General Manager Ye. If she can vouch for him or act as an intermediary, the situation will be different!"
Xu Ronghua suddenly understood.
He then looked at Li Chunsheng with a peculiar expression. "Engineer Li, why does it sound like you're more eager to start a business than I am?"
Li Chunsheng blinked. "Do I? No, I don't."