Compared to this semi-urban fringe, Song Qing's attire and demeanor clearly stood out as incongruous.
Of course, these were not the most important points. The most significant was the Audi 100, a genuine luxury car.
In this era, its price of several hundred thousand, even requiring internal channels, was on an entirely different level from the luxury cars of later years.
Upon seeing this car, the Jiang family's eyes widened. What kind of important figure was this?
They were actually condescending enough to visit their humble semi-urban fringe?
"Any leads? So soon? I was planning to look for you after the seventh day of the new year."
Yu Zhou was also surprised. He knew that obtaining information about such matters was incredibly difficult.
He couldn't possibly do it on his own, and Qin Siyue's main sphere of influence was not in Zhongnan Province, so he had to swallow his pride and ask Song Qing for help.
If it were just Yu Zhou alone, Song Qing might not have agreed.
However, their previous collaboration, combined with Qin Siyue's call, made Song Qing very enthusiastic.
After all, they still had a lot of room for future cooperation. Now that Yu Zhou wanted to develop, and even linked his development with Qin Siyue, her showing goodwill, and even going out of her way, became a normal exchange of favors.
"After you called me, I didn't stop for a moment. I've been busy finding connections for you."
"I didn't expect it. You've been busy visiting relatives, wasting all the effort I've put in for you."
Song Qing gave Yu Zhou a look, though there was little dissatisfaction in her tone.
She actually understood very well that Yu Zhou was no ordinary person, destined to soar to the heavens once he found an opportunity.
Befriending such a person brought nothing but benefits. Hadn't Qin Siyue, whose background was far more profound than hers, already begun to align herself with Yu Zhou?
If she didn't step up and pay attention now, she might not even have a chance to get a share of the pie later.
In Song Qing's opinion, she had met Yu Zhou first, only to be beaten to the punch by the returning eldest daughter. It was simply beyond words.
"Who is this person? Could it be?"
In the main hall of the Jiang family, Jiang Rulong said.
The remaining people's eyes flickered with shock and confusion.
Such a beautiful woman actively seeking out Yu Zhou, and so wealthy and important – could it be that he had a relationship with this beautiful woman?
For a moment, Zhou Dongzhou, who had been about to leave dejectedly, turned back. The previously dimmed look in his eyes instantly brightened.
If that were the case, he might still have a chance.
Although this woman also looked exceptional, he had not forgotten his original intention and felt that Jiang Jie was still the best.
"Dad, you guessed correctly. This is Song Qing, the general manager of Tailong Light Industry. She's my current superior, and she has some cooperation with Yu Zhou."
Jiang Jie raised her eyebrows, feeling triumphant. Let them look down on her man.
Now they've been slapped in the face, haven't they?
Regarding her man, Jiang Jie was actually very proud of the changes he had undergone during this period.
After all, from being an irresponsible, even absent, good-for-nothing in the past to what he was now, Yu Zhou's transformation was enough to completely dispel Jiang Jie's resentment.
She was a woman, and a rather traditional one who wasn't good at socializing.
All she wanted was a reliance, a head of the household.
The Yu Zhou of the past couldn't provide that, but the current Yu Zhou was perfectly fulfilling all of it.
"What?"
"She's General Manager Song?"
Subconsciously, Zhou Dongzhou let out a cry.
Although he hadn't met General Manager Song, he had heard many people talk about her.
It was rumored that she had a very deep background and was also highly capable.
Managing such a large company as Tailong Light Industry, she had always kept the enterprise running smoothly.
Moreover, her influence in Jiangbei was terrifyingly great. Did she… really know that Yu Zhou fellow?
Earlier, he might have thought that this woman might have something going on with Yu Zhou, but after hearing Song Qing's identity, he dismissed all such thoughts.
What a joke! If Yu Zhou had latched onto such a powerful figure, how could his development only be to this extent?
"Hello, uncle and aunt. My name is Song Qing. I'm a friend of Xiao Jie and her husband."
"Please don't listen to Xiao Jie about superiors and subordinates. Among friends, what hierarchy is there? This isn't the factory."
Song Qing said politely.
This was why she was considered very capable. Her social skills were something even Qin Siyue admitted to being inferior to.
With a few simple words, she narrowed the distance between Yu Zhou and his wife and herself.
For a moment, the entire Jiang family began to gather around her.
"Brother Yu? Where are you going?"
Just as Song Qing was getting along famously with the Jiang family, Yu Zhou noticed Zhou Dongzhou quietly retreating, his face showing an expression of deep unwillingness.
Yu Zhou did not miss the opportunity to add insult to injury.
Good heavens, you were arrogant for so long, and now you want to slip away the moment the situation turns unfavorable? It would be an insult to my grievances if I didn't mock you a bit.
"Uh! Yu… Yu Zhou!"
"I have some family matters to attend to, so I'll… I'll be going back now."
Zhou Dongzhou quickly quickened his pace. He couldn't bear to stay there for another moment.
It was embarrassing. He had initially thought he had achieved something small and would return to bring honor to his ancestors and be showered with praise.
Indeed, before Yu Zhou appeared, everything had unfolded according to his plan.
Not only his neighbors, the Jiang family, but even most people on the street, upon seeing his two small motorcycles, had nothing but flattery in their words.
That kind of adulation had made Zhou Dongzhou a bit boastful.
But now, thinking back, could his small motorcycles compare to an Audi 100? Don't be ridiculous. Compared to that, his small motorcycles should be smashed with a hammer.
They were nothing.
"We must mend our relationship with the old Yu family! Now, looking at the situation, Yu Zhou is probably even more formidable than that Zhou Dongzhou…"
Jiang Jie's sister-in-law, her eyes darting around, also began to drastically reverse her attitude.
Her words and tone were all about backtracking her previous remarks, with a hint of caution in her voice.
Unfortunately, her efforts were completely wasted.
Neither Jiang Jie nor Yu Zhou paid any mind to her apologies and flattery. If she weren't a relative, Yu Zhou would have dealt with her long ago.
After some pleasantries, Yu Zhou finally rode his motorcycle and followed Song Qing's car.
It was already one in the afternoon, and they still needed to prepare for the dinner engagement that evening.
After all, this was the starting point of his career development, and he couldn't afford to be careless in any way.
Being able to secure a spot and acquire a restructured factory, even if the factory couldn't be restarted, just holding onto it would be a massive profit…