Chapter 157: Completely Convinced
Jealous as he might be, Principal Chen was genuinely happy for Su He.
The little girl had worked hard—she deserved this.
Even the system’s trading interface was thrilled and launched a firework in celebration.
[Congratulations, Host! You’re one step closer to your minor goal!]
Su He: “……”
She had to admit, the system’s emotional self-regulation was surprisingly strong. She thought it would be sulking for a long time.
Chief Wei led Su He to the finance department, where she collected a payment of 2,000 yuan.
Given that the highest denomination at the time was only 10 yuan, it meant a thick stack of cash. Her small satchel nearly burst at the seams trying to hold it all.
Principal Chen glanced down at his own briefcase. Well, mine could fit it… if only I had the money.
Back in Chief Wei’s office, they chatted briefly before Su He said, “Chief Wei, I need to visit the textile factory. I’ll come by and visit you another day.”
“You’re going to the textile factory? What for?”
“I helped them secure a deal. Not much money, just around… a hundred thousand US dollars or so.”
Chief Wei: “……” Is this girl the reincarnation of the God of Wealth?
They struggled all year just to land a few orders—and yet this girl, in just a few days, had secured two major deals across different industries. It was absolutely absurd.
As soon as Su He left, Chief Wei rushed to the factory director.
Previously, Su He was assigned the salary of a Level 6 clerk—43 yuan per month. But now, he knew that salary had to go up fast—because the textile factory would definitely try to poach her.
Meanwhile, Su He had no idea her salary was about to be raised. She arrived at the textile factory, her ride dropping her off at the front gate.
The gatekeepers not only didn’t stop her—they even nodded politely.
Principal Chen: “……”
Once inside, in Chief Yu’s office, he asked, “Little Su, how did the negotiation with Lisa go?”
“I discussed it with the factory yesterday,” he continued. “If they’re willing to offer $0.09 per meter, we might be able to accept. That batch of printed linen has been sitting in storage too long—it’s taking up space and may start degrading.”
Su He smiled.
“Chief Yu, thanks to my efforts, she agreed to buy it for $1.1 per meter.”
Chief Yu leapt to his feet. “How much?! $1.1 per meter? Are you sure?”
After confirming again and again, he gave her a huge thumbs-up.
“Little Su, you’re amazing! No wonder you got the food factory that order too. I’m completely convinced now—totally convinced! Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get a reward from the factory.”
Su He was a little regretful. If this were modern times, the extra profit could’ve easily been used to negotiate commission. But in this era, that wasn’t possible. It all depended on the factory’s goodwill.
“Let’s put the reward aside for now,” Su He said. “We need to align our stories to avoid contradictions.”
She then recounted how she’d negotiated with Lisa in detail.
Chief Yu nodded repeatedly. “Don’t worry, I’ll arrange everything properly.”
“I’ll go back and inform Lisa then. We’ll come tomorrow morning to sign the contract.”
…
After finalizing that matter, Su He asked, “Chief Yu, do you know anyone at the supply company? I’d like to talk about a possible collaboration.”
Chief Yu blinked. “Little Su… aren’t you a night school teacher? Why are you talking business with the supply company?”
Su He smiled. “Let me formally introduce myself. I’m also the liaison for Huaihua Commune, sales rep for An County’s food factory, mechanical factory, and textile factory, a special correspondent for the An County Broadcasting Station, and an external tutor for An County Night School.”
Chief Yu: …Is An County your family business or what?!
Su He slapped her forehead. “Oh right! I just picked up another job—sales rep for the S City Food Factory.”
Chief Yu was stunned. “They asked you to work part-time for them?”
Su He nodded. “Yep. At first, I didn’t want to. I already have too many part-time jobs. But they were so sincere—after I helped them get that deal, they gave me so many rewards that I felt bad refusing.”
Chief Yu: “……”
I feel like you’re hinting at something, even if I have no proof.
“How much did they give you?”
Su He giggled. “Can’t say—but it was a lot.”
Chief Yu: “…… So what business are you discussing with the supply company? If it’s about fabric, I’d advise you to give up. They rarely source from outside—almost everything comes from us, Factory No. 1.”
Su He laughed. “Of course I wouldn’t poach from Factory No. 1! Our An County Textile Factory can’t compare anyway. I’m planning to pitch hair accessories—just a small venture.”
Chief Yu hesitated before replying, “Your factory makes hair accessories too? Not to dampen your spirits, but S City is ahead in everything—food, clothing, housing, transportation. I doubt the supply company would be interested.”
Su He smiled confidently. “I visited the department store earlier, and their hair clips aren’t nearly as nice as ours. I think there’s still a market.”
Chief Yu nodded. “Alright. If you’re confident, go ahead. I’ll call Director Hong from their procurement department and give him a heads-up. But I’ll warn you—their procurement staff are notoriously difficult. We, Factory No. 1, only manage thanks to our longstanding ties. Even with my introduction, don’t expect warm treatment. Be mentally prepared.”
He made the call, and Su He soon headed over in the textile factory’s car.
The supply company and the Youyi Department Store on Nangang Road shared a building. The lower three floors housed the department store, which only served foreign guests or overseas Chinese—locals were strictly prohibited. The upper floors were the supply company’s offices.
They had separate entrances.
When Su He and Principal Chen arrived at the supply company entrance, the gatekeeper was predictably arrogant. Only after she mentioned Chief Yu and that he had spoken with Director Hong did they allow her and Principal Chen in.
Director Hong was a heavyset man—rare in those days, a sign of someone living well.
As soon as they met, he launched into bureaucratic pleasantries.
“Little Su, technically speaking, since you were introduced by Chief Yu, I should make an exception. Your hair accessory samples are indeed quite nice. However, our current supply is already abundant, and we prefer local sourcing. So, sorry to waste your time.”
From his demeanor, Su He could instantly tell—he was fishing for bribes. It disgusted her.
While people like Chief Wei and Chief Yu racked their brains to bring in foreign revenue for the country, scum like Director Hong did everything to line their own pockets.
Su He stood up. “If that’s the case, we won’t bother you any further.”
With that, she turned and walked out.
Principal Chen followed, and behind them, Director Hong could be heard scoffing.
Outside, Principal Chen muttered through gritted teeth, “Tch! What a bastard…”
He sighed. “Little Su, maybe just forget it. Hair clips can be sold anywhere—you don’t have to rely on S City.”
He’d originally hoped she’d face some setbacks, but seeing her genuinely frown made his heart ache unexpectedly.
Su He squinted, a sharp gleam in her eye. “You’re right—we don’t have to sell in S City. I’ll sell the hair clips to foreigners!
I’m going to earn foreign revenue for An County!
I’ll make the S City supply company beg us to supply them!”
Principal Chen: “……”
There aren’t even that many foreigners staying at Jinxiang Hotel. Are you planning to fleece them all?
More importantly, will they even buy them?
