Published at 19th of February 2026 7:14 am

Chapter 3410: Naive Ideas

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"Let’s set a time for tomorrow, I’ll bring people over, and we can discuss the specifics further." Lin Yi said,

"But I can’t guarantee that we will definitely buy. Both sides need to make money; if the price is too high, people can’t buy it, after all, everyone needs to eat."

"Right, right, that’s true, can’t let people suffer losses."

"Well then, it would be great if Director Zhang could help us out by negotiating the price down a bit."

"Alright, alright, I’ll talk to them about it now." Zhang Jiachun said,

"As long as it’s possible to buy, there should still be some leeway."

"Okay, let’s settle on that."

After discussing some specific issues, Lin Yi left.

Zhang Jiachun and Sun Jia escorted Lin Yi to the door, watching them leave, Sun Jia said,

"Director Zhang, somehow I feel this deal is a bit unreliable."

"Why would it be unreliable?"

"We have been looking for sales outlets for so long without much success, and today someone actually came to us, offering to take all these oranges. The surprise came too quickly; I feel there’s something fishy going on."

"Don’t phrase it like that; Ma Weicai brought him here, there should be some guarantee in that regard."

"But the problem is, Ma Weicai isn’t exactly a good guy either."

Sun Jia said,

"You know the current situation too, foreign fruits have come in and suppressed our prices. There’s no such good deal where they just come to find us."

"But if we don’t try, we don’t have any other options either."

"We can’t take them too seriously." Sun Jia said,

"Even if they can actually buy, they will press the price to the lowest, leaving us with no profit at all."

"Now we can only hope for the best."

"I have a college mate who’s pioneering in Zhong Hai; they’re in the dried fruit processing business." Sun Jia said,

"Okay, you should inquire more about the situation; having more choices is always better."

"Alright, I’ll do it now."

Sun Jia picked up the phone and stood aside.

"Old Zhang, what are you busy with?"

"Just finished a meeting."

"About the fruit thing I mentioned before, have you considered it? Is there any progress?"

"We’re discussing this project just now. Once it’s settled, it could take most of your oranges."

"That’s great!" Sun Jia said excitedly,

"If this works out, I’ll treat you to a meal."

"That’s a small matter. We’ve been classmates; if I can help you with something, I won’t hesitate. I have other matters, won’t talk more now."

"Alright, alright, you go ahead and be busy."

After hanging up, Sun Jia returned to Zhang Jiachun’s side.

"Director Zhang, my classmate said they could handle this matter but can only take most of it."

"Then let’s give them a chance first." Zhang Jiachun said,

"After all, Ma Weicai introduced them."

"Alright."

...

Outside the committee, the three walked out together.

"Master Lin, it’s about time, you all must be hungry. Everything is ready; give us some face and have a bite."

"You guys eat your fill; I have other matters."

Seeing Lin Yi decline again, Ma Weicai found it hard to insist further.

Afraid of upsetting Lin Yi.

Then, the two got into the car and returned to the hotel to brief Gao Zongyuan on the situation in the county; he was then left to arrange the remaining matters himself.

After dealing with official business, they indulged in private pleasures.

Early next morning, Lin Yi, still groggy, was woken up by Shen Ning in a unique fashion.

Busy for over an hour, they completed their morning routine.

Ring ring ring—

While the two were freshening up, Lin Yi’s phone rang, it was a call from Gao Zongyuan.

"Lin Bro, I’ve contacted the people; they should be at your place around ten. You can talk with them then."

"Alright."

They hung up the phone and sped up their freshening process to avoid delaying business.

Around ten o’clock, the door was knocked.

Lin Yi went to open the door, finding two people standing outside.

The man was dressed casually, wearing glasses, a white shirt, and suit trousers, casual yet formal.

The woman aged around thirty, dressed very professionally, mature demeanor and aura.

"Master Lin, I handle fruit redistribution, my name is Ma Xiang; she’s my secretary, Zhao Xue."

Ma Xiang extended his hand and shook hands with Lin Yi, "Gao Zongyuan asked me to come."

"Hello, please come in."

Lin Yi ushered Ma Xiang inside and said,

"Regarding the price, Gao Zongyuan should have informed you."

"No big issues, besides 200,000 tons aren’t much for us." Ma Xiang laughed and said,

"Our company used to buy oranges from here every year, yet this year, foreign fruits have come, posing a larger impact. But with Master Lin’s reputation, I can still buy."

"President Ma..."

Began Zhao Xue.

"What’s the matter?"

"Actually, this price is somewhat high given this year’s market trend, there might be risks of losing money."

"No worries, with Master Lin’s goodwill, I can still bear these risks, even if a bit of loss occurs."

"No, you guys are in business; shouldn’t engage in loss-making deals." Lin Yi said,

"The price probably still has room to go down. I’m not an expert in this area, so you should discuss it well. If it’s not suitable, don’t proceed with the deal, we continue to be friends."

"Okay, okay, thanks a lot, Master Lin, for understanding."

"Let’s head over now."

"Alright."

They went downstairs, got into the car, and headed toward the committee, surprisingly finding it unusually lively.

There were dozens of folks, all dressed simply, probably local farmers.

Meanwhile, Ma Weicai was among these people, waiting for Lin Yi, leaving no opportunity to approach him.

Seeing Lin Yi arrive, Ma Weicai and Zhang Jian both came forward.

"Mr. Lin, you’re here."

Lin Yi nodded, "Let me introduce you, this is Ma Xiang, he deals with fruit redistribution, he can take all 200,000 tons of your fruit backlog."

"Let’s not beat around the bush, Mr. Lin, President Ma, we discussed again and got the price to 3.2 RMB, which is truly the lowest." Zhang Jian said.

Ma Xiang nodded and looked at Zhao Xue.

"Have you calculated the price, can it work?"

Zhao Xue reviewed documents on her phone and calculated the price.

"With this price, there’s a tiny bit of profit, it shouldn’t lead to losses."

"That’s good."

"With Director Lin’s goodwill, I won’t haggle over this price; 3.2 RMB per kilogram, I’ll take it all."

"That’s great, thank you President Ma for helping."

Zhang Jian warmly grasped Ma Xiang’s hand, too excited to know what to say.

With the oranges sold, there’s no more worry.

"Don’t just thank him, thank Mr. Lin too." Ma Weicai said,

"Without Mr. Lin, you wouldn’t have been able to sell a single orange."

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