Counselor Ma Qiang held Zhang Tianxing in very high regard. After this period of interaction, Ma Qiang discovered that Zhang Tianxing possessed many admirable qualities.
Even if Zhang Tianxing did not wish to be the class monitor, he still participated in all the activities of Class Two of the Materials Department, and Tan Honghong arranged everything meticulously.
This Zhang Tianxing was quite capable. He didn't need to do things himself; he could effortlessly delegate tasks, and others would do them for him. It was truly impressive.
Only those who can recognize and utilize talent can achieve great things. In Ma Qiang's opinion, Zhang Tianxing already possessed all the necessary conditions, and such a person was destined to become a remarkable figure in the future.
"Zhang Tianxing, when you meet Dean Hou, maintain a proper attitude. Dean Hou is an academician of both our China Academies, enjoying extremely high prestige in academic circles. He can be considered a towering figure in the field of materials," Ma Qiang repeatedly instructed, fearing that Zhang Tianxing's performance might disappoint Dean Hou.
The two arrived at Dean Hou's office, and Ma Qiang introduced Zhang Tianxing first.
To their surprise, Dean Hou showed no airs. He stood up directly and extended his hand to Zhang Tianxing.
"Classmate Zhang Tianxing, you are young and accomplished. I have heard about your deeds many times. Your actions have greatly impressed this old man."
Zhang Tianxing was immediately overwhelmed by the honor. This Dean Hou was a true powerhouse.
This was someone whose mere stomp could make Zhonghai University tremble. He never expected such high praise for himself.
Seeing Zhang Tianxing's surprised expression, Dean Hou smiled. "I heard about you from Professor Wen Youliang. He pondered the issue of crayfish for a long time without finding a good solution. Firstly, they have strong reproductive capabilities, and secondly, they affect crop yields. He never expected that a problem he couldn't solve for so long could be perfectly resolved by a dish you proposed."
"You flatter me, sir. I dare not accept such praise. The issue of wild crayfish has still not been resolved. What I am promoting is domesticated crayfish."
Dean Hou waved his hand dismissively. "I don't understand the specifics, and Old Wen didn't go into too much detail. Regardless, you can certainly be called the number one person for crayfish."
Zhang Tianxing felt this compliment was too much. He hadn't really done anything, and his net worth was less than a million. If he said this out loud, people would laugh their heads off. He was currently nobody, and low-profile development was the way to go.
"Dean Hou, I came this time because I want to purchase an automatic canning production line. Teacher Ma Qiang mentioned you might have a way to help me get it at a lower price." As he said this, Zhang Tianxing chuckled.
Dean Hou pointed at Zhang Tianxing with his finger. "Alright, since you've said it, I'll use my old face to ask around for you."
Dean Hou made a phone call directly. When the call was connected, he said, "Old He, it's me. A student of mine wants to get an automatic canning production line, and he's come to me. Can you give him a significant discount?"
A voice came from the other end of the line: "Dean Hou, since you've asked, I'll certainly give you face. There are two options: first, pay in cash, and I'll give you a 20% discount, taking it for 800,000. Second, installment payments: a down payment of 200,000, and the remaining 800,000 can be paid at 50,000 per month. It will be settled in sixteen months."
Dean Hou looked at Zhang Tianxing inquiringly. Zhang Tianxing was overjoyed to hear this. "I'll directly choose the second option."
It was precisely because of insufficient funds that he had come to Dean Hou for help, and he never expected such great support.
One phone call saved him countless efforts.
"Alright, how about this, I'll give your phone number to my student. You've probably heard of my student's name. He's the one who established the Crayfish Association, Zhang Tianxing."
Dean Hou hung up the phone and handed a phone number directly to Zhang Tianxing.
"Xiao Zhang, here is a phone number. Find Professor He later; he has everything arranged."
Zhang Tianxing gratefully bowed to Dean Hou. "Dean Hou, you've helped me tremendously."
"Alright, it's good for young people to be busy with their careers, but don't let it affect your studies."
Hearing this, Zhang Tianxing blushed. His academic performance was indeed a tricky issue. He could recognize all the characters in class now, but he couldn't solve the problems. It was truly agonizing.
"Dean Hou, I'll do my best to ensure I pass," Zhang Tianxing said with some embarrassment, not expecting his situation to have deteriorated to this point.
He didn't even dare to guarantee a passing grade, let alone an excellent one. This was a difficult matter.
"Do you have any other business? If not, you can go. I have another meeting shortly," Dean Hou said, very busy. After handling the matter, he began to see them out.
Ma Qiang and Zhang Tianxing quickly got up and left Dean Hou's office.
Ma Qiang said to Zhang Tianxing, "Dean Hou took time out of his busy schedule to handle your matter. You must not forget his kindness."
Zhang Tianxing nodded solemnly. A drop of kindness received should be repaid with a gushing spring.
Dean Hou probably wouldn't need my help. I can only give back to society.
Without delay, Zhang Tianxing conveyed this news to his second uncle Liang Cheng and Wu Shengnan.
The two were startled. "Tianxing, how much did you say that automatic production line costs?"
"One million!"
Liang Cheng and Wu Shengnan on the other end of the phone were utterly stunned. Zhang Tianxing's boldness exceeded their imagination.
Zhang Tianxing's total assets at this moment barely amounted to one million, and he dared to buy a million-dollar automatic production line.
"Zhang Tianxing, have you discussed this with your mother? We don't have that kind of money! The shrimp ponds also need investment. Currently, only the cannery has a bit more cash, which is only 180,000. Where are we going to raise the one million?"
He had seen unreliable people before, but never someone as unreliable as this. Buying something without having the money directly challenged Liang Cheng's worldview.
Wu Shengnan was better. She understood the benefits of an automatic production line. Her only concern was where the money would come from. The production line wouldn't fall from the sky.
Furthermore, if there was no cash on hand, how would the operations continue? The number of workers had also increased.
Everything cost money. Was Zhang Tianxing a bit too eager? If things continued to develop slowly as they were, replacing it with an automatic production line next year would be no problem.
"It's like this, I've already made arrangements. Wu Shengnan, please transfer 200,000 to this account. Do we have this amount of money in our account?"
"200,000? Yes, we do."
"Will the remaining money be enough to sustain production operations?"
"Yes. Tomorrow, there will be two payments coming in. Also, the grain in the warehouse will be processed this afternoon, which should yield about 70,000 in cash."
Hearing this, Zhang Tianxing finally relaxed. As long as the money could circulate, once the automatic production line was up and running, the output would be phenomenal.
It would not be an exaggeration to say that "making a fortune daily" referred to their business.
He who eats first gets to eat meat, while latecomers get to eat dirt. The domestic canned food market was at a critical juncture for redistribution. Opportunities like this were rare.
Leveraging the ongoing impact of the recent additive incident, Zhang Ji Canned Food could seize the market at this time for twice the result with half the effort!
It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that those sitting here are no match for you!