After a period of pleasant negotiation, matters were quickly settled.
Qian Wen accepted reality with a dejected sigh, while Qian Ya promptly returned to her room to make a call. She emerged with a triumphant smile, indicating that Li An had likely agreed, and she felt her judgment was sound.
"When you're interning, pay close attention. I don't necessarily have to divide my family's business between the two of you. If your abilities are too poor, I can hand it over to my brother or your uncle. We're family after all. So, don't think you're just going for a joyride. From the first day you enter the company, your assessment begins. Considering your young age, the assessment will continue until your third year after graduation. If by then, neither of you can stand on your own, I might have to consider your uncle. Although he's not my biological brother, I raised him from a young age, and he's not much different from a blood relative."
Ding Yun wasn't speaking idly or making empty threats. If their abilities were too lacking, it would be better to hand the business over to others and leave them some cash and shares, lest they bankrupt themselves and lose everything later.
With that, Ding Yun left to attend to her business.
"Is Mom trying to cultivate a Gu? Our family isn't exactly a prominent one, why are we having a battle for family inheritance and selecting the worthy and capable? Why doesn't she just hold a grand family election!"
"Brother, you'd better work harder. No matter what, I can still get a dowry and marry out. You're on your own. I have things to do, so I'm leaving!"
"What things do you have to do? Meeting Li An?"
"None of your business..."
***
The next day, siblings Qian Wen and Qian Ya officially joined the company and began their internship. Since it was just the beginning, they weren't expected to know much. The main goal was to let them explore, understand the processes, and gain experience. They were to observe what others were doing and what their own tasks would entail.
As for Li An, he naturally joined them. Ding Yun couldn't very well break up a young couple who were willing. She let them be, whatever they wanted. After all, they were the ones who would be living their lives together. Their gains and losses were their own to bear.
The siblings, along with Li An, were all young and sharp-minded. Their knowledge base was at its peak, so within a few days, they adapted to the work environment and began hands-on work. Leading and coordinating was not yet their responsibility, but they could rotate through ordinary tasks. By the latter half of the summer break, Ding Yun even assigned them to be in charge of work in a neighboring province, and they performed quite well, at least without any major mishaps. This was enough to satisfy Ding Yun.
When the summer break ended, she specially gave each of them a bonus before letting them resign and return to their studies. For the three of them, it could certainly be considered a fulfilling summer break.
***
In mid-September, after Ding Yun successfully localized the remaining civilian formulas, her family's online store finally launched new products. It was rare for them to introduce over a dozen new items at once. All the civilian-grade formulas that had been materialized for the first time were successfully replicated by Ding Yun.
For a time, the entire nation was abuzz. People were almost ready to celebrate with gongs and drums for the new arrivals. The quality of their products was simply too good. Those who had used them only wished for more variety and quantity; no one ever complained about the products themselves. Now, with over a dozen new items launched simultaneously, who wouldn't be excited to see which ones they could use?
Simultaneously, discussions about the new products heated up.
[My heavens, I'm so moved! I never thought I'd see new products from them in my lifetime. I thought I'd have to wait until the ancestral sacrifice to announce it to my descendants! Besides buying them all, there's truly no other choice!]
[What I'm most looking forward to isn't what the product descriptions say about their efficacy, but what efficacy is *not* mentioned. I have to say, their company is incredibly modest. Does everyone remember their scar removal cream? The description only mentioned its scar removal effect, but after extensive self-experimentation by netizens, the conclusion was that their scar removal cream not only removes scars but also fades acne marks, lightens pigmentation, reduces swelling, and can even remove moles. Basically, whatever blemish you have on your body, their scar removal cream can get rid of it. This isn't just scar removal cream, it's practically a super all-in-one beauty filter! So, I'm really looking forward to their new products now. What unmentioned effects do they have!]
[The new products this time are quite diverse: hemostatic powder, rejuvenation water, eye drops for improving vision, insect repellent sachet, air purifier, water purifier, detoxification and beautifying pills. And the products don't seem that amazing. A bit disappointed, feels like they've fallen from grace!]
[Please, good things aren't so easy to research. Some factories rely on one formula for their entire lives. Ding Yun's family launching so many new products in such a short time is already remarkable. Don't demand too much, okay? And at least their products are all different. It's better than some brands that launch new products every year, but it's just the same old thing with a new package and scent. I'll definitely support them.]
[Although the innovation of their new products this time is average, and many things are already sold by other brands, I trust Ding Yun's quality more. Those who aren't in a hurry or suspicious of the effects can wait. I'll release a review.]
[You guys are too slow. There's a physical store of Ding Yun's family near my house, so I've already gotten all the new products. If you want a review, come to me!]
Even though some people felt that Ding Yun's new products weren't as astonishing as before, it didn't stop their online store's inventory from being cleared out within minutes. Everyone who hesitated and wavered found that after a few minutes, they couldn't buy even if they wanted to, and could only wait for the next restock, which might be at an unknown time. They were all full of regret, beating their chests and stamping their feet, regretting their hesitation and not buying sooner.
Meanwhile, many internet celebrities and self-media influencers looking to capitalize on the trend began conducting reviews. Those with professional equipment used them for testing. Those without became their own guinea pigs. As the review results gradually came out, no one online spoke of Ding Yun's new products as subpar or that the brand had fallen from grace, because all the reviews conclusively showed that Ding Yun's new products were all excellent. Each one was unique, and their effectiveness was often astonishing.