r18novel Chapter 103 How many books do I need to read?
Chapter 103 How many books do I need to read?
Ever since Lu Ran asked Cheng Ning to help manage the factory, Cheng Ning seemed to have found a purpose in life, and she was full of motivation every day.
Not only have I been going out more often, but I've also started buying things for myself online.
For several days in a row, Lu Ran saw Cheng Ning receiving packages.
Lu Ran didn't ask Cheng Ning what she had bought. As long as Cheng Ning was happy, there was no need to inquire about everything.
There was one thing that Lu Ran found strange.
Cheng Ning receives packages every day, but she never wears new clothes or eats anything delicious.
"Hello, deliveryman."
"Just give it to me." Lu Ran signed for the package on Cheng Ning's behalf.
Just as Cheng Ning finished reading the information on the package, she snatched it away.
"No, it's nothing."
Seeing her flustered look, Lu Ran chuckled and said, "You're afraid I'll see you buying an eye-protection desk lamp? It's not like it's anything shameful."
Seeing that she didn't speak, Lu Ran smiled and patted her head.
"If you really want to protect your eyes, buy a more expensive one. These cheap ones don't have that kind of function."
"Um?"
As Lu Ran spoke, he sniffed.
"Are you wearing makeup?"
Cheng Ning rarely wears makeup because she couldn't see before, so she usually just applies some skin cream or something similar.
Today, Lu Ran smelled something different. Upon closer inspection, he realized that Cheng Ning was indeed wearing light makeup.
However, he didn't think much of it. He himself liked to look good, let alone girls.
"Oh, right, I need to go out for a bit."
Cheng Ning nodded: "Okay."
Lu Ran smiled, then turned and walked out.
Lu Ran drove to Liangmu Pet Food Processing Plant.
This was his first time here; previously, Bai Yongxiang had been in charge of managing it.
Looking at it now, it has to be said that Bai Yongxiang was indeed very capable. He didn't necessarily do things perfectly, but he almost always did exactly what Bai Yongxiang told him to do.
This is what Lu Ran likes the most.
Lu Ran parked the car, got out, and walked into the factory area. Soon he saw Bai Yongxiang standing outside the factory area with a middle-aged man in a suit and leather shoes, who was about the same age as Bai Yongxiang, chatting and laughing.
"Old Bai."
Upon hearing his voice, Bai Yongxiang led his guests toward him.
"Mr. Li, this is my boss, Mr. Lu."
"Mr. Lu, this is Mr. Li from the foundation."
This person is Li Hongyang, the general manager of the guide dog foundation where Duoduo works. Lu Ran came here today to meet with this person.
The two shook hands warmly.
"Even though Boss Bai told me that President Lu was very young, I was still very surprised to see him in person. President Lu is truly young and promising! I admire him greatly."
Lu Ran smiled and said, "Mr. Li, you flatter me."
"Mr. Lu, Mr. Li, let's go to the office, sit down, and chat over tea!"
The two followed Bai Yongxiang to an office. Lu Ran sat in the main seat, and Li Hongyang sat opposite Lu Ran. Bai Yongxiang made tea for the two of them.
Li Hongyang said gratefully, "Thank you, President Lu, for the convenience you have provided to my foundation. Such high-quality and affordable pet food is something I think you can only buy here in the whole country."
Accompanied by Bai Yongxiang, Li Hongyang personally visited the production line in the factory area and even worked on the production line for half a day.
It can be said that they have a complete understanding of the entire food production process.
High-quality materials, meticulous production, and absolutely superior product quality.
It's unbelievable that he can buy this quality dog food for only 70% of the price he used to pay.
Therefore, he was genuinely grateful to Lu Ran for acquiring the nearly bankrupt factory and was extremely thankful to Lu Ran.
As an insider, he knew that Lu Ran was definitely losing money on business, at least for now. How could he not be grateful that Lu Ran was still offering him a discount?
"Mr. Li, there's no need for that. I simply want to make my part in contributing to Chengjiang's charitable development."
"Mr. Lu is too modest."
"Mr. Lu, I heard from Boss Bai that you have plans to acquire the entire Chengjiang Charity Supply Chain?"
Lu Ran nodded: "That is indeed an idea."
"Everyone should have dreams. My dream is to help the vulnerable groups in society who need help, while I have enough to eat."
"For example, the elderly, the disabled, and orphans."
Li Hongyang is just the first step in his plan to build a supply chain for charitable needs. He will need to use Li Hongyang as a stepping stone to gradually develop this supply chain.
He began by laying the foundation in areas such as people's livelihood, charity, and employment, and then built a business empire with himself at the center of power.
"I have met many businessmen, but this is the first time I have met someone like Mr. Lu. His dream is so great. I thank Mr. Lu for Chengjiang Charity."
After exchanging a few polite words, Li Hongyang got down to business.
"I am familiar with other charitable organizations in Chengjiang."
"Chengjiang City currently has a total of 7 children's welfare homes. The current policies are good, so the children in these welfare homes have no problem with food and accommodation, but their living and entertainment are somewhat lacking compared to normal children."
"My suggestion is that Mr. Lu could try things like amusement parks or toy factories."
"For an ordinary person, it might not be very feasible, but I think with Mr. Lu's capabilities, he should be able to easily consolidate the market and achieve a monopoly."
Lu Ran thought the suggestion was good, so he nodded and said, "Old Bai, later you can compile market data on public welfare amusement parks and toy factories."
"Yes, Mr. Lu."
Later, Li Hongyang and Lu Ran talked about topics such as nursing homes for the disabled.
Each one accurately pointed out the development points that Lu Ran needed most, so Lu Ran's trip was worthwhile.
After they had finished chatting, they went out for dinner together, and it was already 10 p.m.
On his way home, Lu Ran roughly calculated the investment needed for the current development.
After calculating, his remaining tens of millions in savings, plus the profits from the hotel and internet cafe, weren't exactly insufficient, but they were still a bit tight.
Therefore, to make money, you still have to work hard to make money.
I got home after 11 p.m.
In the past, Lu Ran would have been asleep long ago.
After washing up, Lu Ran quietly went to Cheng Ning's house, intending to grab an apple and leave without disturbing Cheng Ning's rest.
But he noticed that a faint light was shining through the crack in Cheng Ning's door.
On the sofa was a newly opened package containing several books. Lu Ran picked one up and found it was all about how to manage a company and its employees.
Lu Ran frowned, a guess forming in his mind: Cheng Ning's recent strange behavior might be due to these books.
He said he never sees anyone there; they're either out and about or staying at home.
Lu Ran listened carefully and found that there was no sound. After thinking for a moment, he changed to the title of "Agile Hearing".
Now, even if he was standing in the living room, he could clearly hear the sounds coming from inside the room.
Sure enough, upon listening, they heard Cheng Ning reading aloud softly.
The content is roughly about management and related knowledge.
An eye-protecting desk lamp, receiving packages and buying books every day—how many books must she be reading? Staying up late at night, and wearing makeup—it turns out it's to cover up fatigue!
Lu Ran felt both heartache and anger. He wanted to go in right now and make Cheng Ning put down her book and go to sleep, but after hesitating for a long time, he sighed and quietly left Cheng Ning's house, planning to talk about it tomorrow.