Yu Zhou was not someone who intervened in every injustice he witnessed. More often than not, he remained indifferent to matters that did not concern him.
Was Jiang Wanli's fate a pity? In Yu Zhou's view, it was indeed a shame. If he had been a shrewd businessman, it wouldn't have been impossible for him to become a super magnate in later years.
However, at his core, he was, as he himself claimed, a technologist.
To expect a technologist to excel in business, especially a profitable one, was inherently asking a lot.
At least, that was how Yu Zhou saw it, and it was precisely because of this that the man was somewhat regrettable.
After all, he had genuinely become famous nationwide just two years prior.
Especially with the current craze for VCDs, almost every household was eager to buy a player.
In an era when technology was not yet cutting-edge, where a few circuit boards and some equipment could assemble a VCD, without copyright protection awareness and lacking marketing skills, this was the inevitable outcome.
"This is a letter of intent, and it's best that we also move quickly on the advance deposit and contract signing."
"Establishing this electronics factory is truly the most pressing matter for our district, so we need to act fast."
"Don't worry, what was promised to you will absolutely be fulfilled, and it will be put down in writing."
Yu Sheng said with utmost sincerity.
If the previous Yu Zhou might have harbored some disbelief, after repeated assurances from the other party, Yu Zhou could no longer doubt him.
After all, in his opinion, the district government had no reason to deceive him. Sacrificing its credibility and investment environment for a few million yuan would be far too detrimental.
Indeed, in this era, unlike later times, the primary focus for almost all district, city, and even provincial governments was economic development. Because of this, individuals capable of driving economic growth were highly valued.
One must remember that for decades prior, Long Xia had sacrificed far too much for dignity.
Even now, with economic development, many things had to be abandoned.
Why did a small fishing village, backed by Hong Kong City, develop so rapidly?
It was a concerted national effort to foster development, a true bridgehead for economic advancement.
Under such circumstances, an investment and attraction environment in a district or county was quite lenient. If it weren't for this, there wouldn't be so many scammers tricking districts and even higher-level authorities.
Wasn't it because everyone clutched at investment attraction as if it were a life-saving straw?
Moreover, there were differences in status. Domestic capital was not as valued as funds from Hong Kong or Taiwan.
And funds from Hong Kong and Taiwan were not as sought after as foreign capital, or specifically, American capital.
What kind of treatment would a globally renowned foreign investor receive upon entering Long Xia? Volkswagen was a prime example.
However, in Yu Zhou's view, these aspects brought more benefits than drawbacks.
After all, with substantial foreign exchange and massive investment, Long Xia's economy could develop rapidly in a short period, eventually becoming the world's second-largest economy.
Without such decisions, let alone universal happiness or abundant wealth for the people, even affording a meal with meat a few times a week might have been a rarity on the common dining table.
Even after more than a decade of economic development, people's quality of life had undergone earth-shattering changes.
Yu Zhou understood this point clearly, but he also recognized that his own capabilities were insufficient to alleviate suffering on a grand scale within such a short time.
Regardless of the final outcome, whether he could achieve what he had wanted to do in his previous life but couldn't, for now, he sought only a clear conscience.
On his own path of development, he aimed to achieve something significant.
"Regardless, your seeking me out this time is an acknowledgment of my abilities. I am certainly willing to cooperate with you wholeheartedly, especially in the electronics sector."
Yu Zhou spoke his mind at this moment.
Regardless of what the other party might be thinking, being able to do his own job well at this point would represent significant development for Yu Zhou.
As for the electronics factory, he wouldn't say it was a sure thing, but he certainly had aspirations. Now that such an opportunity had arisen, he was naturally unwilling to let it slip away, nor would he.
Perhaps, it was precisely for this reason that he had persevered until now.
After Yu Zhou discussed these details thoroughly with Yu Sheng, he eventually returned to the factory.
Frankly speaking, from Yu Zhou's current perspective, this matter was purely personal.
However, even as a personal affair, establishing a factory and building a business was the mainstream of Yu Zhou's development in the coming years.
No matter what the final outcome, he could not make any changes for the time being.
Perhaps, there would be some risks involved with the electronics factory in the end, but his personal assets were essentially gained with ease. Even if some were lost, it wouldn't be a significant issue and wouldn't affect his core holdings.
However, to Yu Zhou's surprise, after he finished work and returned home, his elder brother, Yu Huai, had also returned.
And this time, he wasn't alone; it seemed he had returned for the holidays with Yu Zhou's sister-in-law and nephew.
Upon seeing his brother, Yu Zhou rolled his eyes.
Good heavens, you've exposed all my little plans. If this continues, won't you also reveal my business plans to others without hesitation?
However, while others might consider Yu Zhou's feelings, this elder brother, Yu Huai, didn't need to bother at all.
Seeing Yu Zhou's expression, he seemed to understand that the matter he had previously brought up had seen some progress.
So, he looked at his younger brother with a smile and said, "Did you secure that electronics factory?"
He didn't give Yu Zhou any chance to retort.
Yu Zhou felt a wave of speechlessness, yet he was powerless against his elder brother.
He could only say with a hint of grievance, "It's all because you told them I wanted to open an electronics factory."
"It's not the right time yet! But with such a huge temptation, if I don't seize it, I'm unwilling to give up."
"You really know how to give me a hard time."
Yu Zhou never held back when speaking to his elder brother. Because of this, Yu Zhou's sister-in-law and his wife, Jiang Jie, could only shake their heads and smile wryly.
They truly couldn't understand what had gotten into these two brothers; their way of speaking was so different from other siblings.