The Blessed Beauty Returns with a Dimension
Chapter 173 - 166: Causing Trouble

Chapter 173: Chapter 166: Causing Trouble

"Manager Liu, even if I could get in touch with the timber, you know that the train station doesn’t have our approval slip, so it’s very hard to get rail cars. And I know that Beidong has suffered a disaster this year. Even if I wanted to go there to negotiate for the timber, I’m afraid the roads are impassable."

Fan Jianguo exaggerated the difficulty; after all, this challenge was a reality.

Manager Liu smiled cheerfully, "Xiao Fan, there will definitely be difficulties, but as socialist cadres, we must face challenges head-on. Backing down when facing some difficulties is not our style. Xiao Fan, I believe in you. I will write you an introduction letter and an approval slip, so you go ahead and make the arrangements. From what you’re saying, you want to take a tour of the Beidong region.

It’s a good idea; there are many logging sites there. Although there was a disaster this year, there must be areas that were not affected. You should take a look, and maybe you can really help our city solve this problem. If you succeed, you’ll be a great hero in our city.

I have already assured the leadership above. I’ve guaranteed that I will certainly complete the task. I believe you can do it. The capable must do more work. Xiao Fan, your work ability is considered outstanding in our industry.

Work hard; the future is definitely bright. This position of mine will surely be yours in the future; young people like you are so promising."

Manager Liu unhesitatingly issued the introduction letter and approval slip.

He didn’t make things difficult for Fan Jianguo.

Anyone who heard these words would think he was a model leader with a broad vision.

Fan Jianguo received the approval slip and introduction letter, cursing internally. This old fox had cornered him into this position with his words, thinking he couldn’t handle it.

It’s as if you’re blind and dumb, to have encountered this ancestor of foxes.

"Manager Liu, you’re overestimating me; I don’t have that kind of talent! If I really can’t complete the task, I hope you’ll understand."

Fan Jianguo looked troubled, appearing like a downright coward.

"Xiao Fan, that won’t do; don’t I know your capabilities? You must complete the task. I’m telling you, if the task isn’t accomplished, I will have to hold you accountable! I’ve already assured the city leaders. When the time comes, if accountability is pursued, I can’t escape and neither can you. If you don’t complete this task, I’ll dismiss you as the director."

Manager Liu spoke half-jokingly while revealing his real intention, which was to remove Fan Jianguo.

Did he really think a mere phone call could keep him in this position for life?

I’m afraid once you’re on, you won’t sit comfortably.

Just see, it’s already uncomfortable, right?

You don’t see who’s above you.

Fan Jianguo looked troubled, "Manager Liu, I’ll try my best, but Beidong has indeed suffered a disaster this year. Besides, I really don’t know the situation over there! I’ve already made several calls, my friends there say the roads are closed due to the severity of the disaster.

I’m afraid this is really difficult, I can only say I’ll try."

Manager Liu chuckled, "Don’t flatter me, who you are, don’t I know? But let me tell you, this is a military order; if the task is not achieved, I will indeed dismiss you, this is no joke.

Don’t let me down! And don’t let the higher-ups down either."

Fan Jianguo sighed and had no choice but to leave with the approval slip and introduction letter.

As soon as Fan Jianguo left, Manager Liu collected the smile from his face,

"Pah! Without the skills, how dare you take on this big task? I’m going to make you understand why the flowers are so red."

He picked up the phone to call a friend at the train station.

"Our department store has a Fan Jianguo, if he comes with an approval slip asking for rail cars, you must not grant it."

"Why?"

"You don’t know, this Fan Jianguo under my supervision is very rebellious and loves to show off. Such a person, how can it be fine if I don’t teach him a lesson? Just remember not to grant him the rail cars and don’t bother about anything else; we’re not doing anything illegal.

Don’t worry, I won’t burden you."

"By the way, the Panasonic TV you mentioned last time, the 18-inch color TV, will be in stock soon; come and get it then. We’ve been friends for so many years, rest assured, I keep your matters in mind."

Seduction and intimidation.

"No problem, just not granting approval, such a small matter! Watch me, I’ll ensure it’s handled smoothly for you."

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Fan Jianguo took the introduction letter and approval slip, directly bought a train ticket, and prepared to head to Kenqing Farm.

Although Jiang Xiaoxiao said it quite well, and the timber would soon arrive, if he didn’t handle this personally, there might be issues; he was obviously aware of this.

This was work that they, as salespeople, should do well.

After purchasing the train ticket, he made four or five phone calls.

Having reached the position of head of the supply and marketing department, the connections he now had were vastly different from before.

These people included city leaders from companies and foreign trade agencies he met after becoming the head of the department, all from the same circle, sharing information and helping one another when needed.

Fighting alone wouldn’t stand a chance against so many people.

As expected, when he explained the situation, many were surprised and delighted.

City tasks involved more than just receiving foreign guests.

Every company and agency needed timber, which wasn’t easily available.

Many had to rely on connections and exchange approval slips to get this material.

Especially when timber became scarce in winter due to heavy snowfall blocking roads, it turned into a hot commodity.

A precious resource not attainable just with money and approval slips.

Upon hearing that Fan Jianguo had connections, people started brainstorming.

And so, like a snowball effect, the demand for timber in Fan Jianguo’s hands kept increasing.

Fan Jianguo thought it through, going empty-handed was not the right thing; he could guess without Jiang Xiaoxiao telling him that they started exchanging timber for grains over there.

What Beidong currently lacked was grains.

While on their side, things were relatively better.

He had a few friends working in granaries.

If he exchanged part of the timber’s money to buy grains and brought them over for barter, the logging sites would likely be very welcoming.

His niece would definitely be well-regarded there; doesn’t the production brigade need grains?

With grains, they’d be thrilled and willing to cooperate, right?

Fan Jianguo indeed thought it through.

At that time, he could also pave the way for Jiang Xiaoxiao, so that in the future, the production brigade leader would take care of her.

Being her uncle, he surely understood this.

Jiang Xiaoxiao initially wanted to keep things under wraps but didn’t expect Fan Jianguo to successfully arrange for over 5,000 pounds of grains.

Fan Jianguo had arranged everything, but when he took the approval slip to the railway station to find the freight office director,

The freight office said their director was on a business trip and wouldn’t return for a few days.

Fan Jianguo started worrying; he was taking the night train tonight, leaving the grain not transported was unacceptable.

After spending quite some time persuading the freight office staff, offering two packs of Marlboro cigarettes,

the staff finally secretly disclosed that their director wasn’t on a business trip but was avoiding him and had gone home.

He still needed to figure out a way with the rail cars, maybe he offended someone.

If he did, he should quickly apologize and settle things, as they frequently interacted with the station.

Fan Jianguo understood; it was definitely his Manager Liu’s handiwork.

Otherwise, how could the freight station’s director, who was on good terms with him, behave like this?

Generally, people didn’t want to offend sales department personnel, as anyone might need help someday.

Now, he was indeed at a loss.