Chapter 200: District Leaders Will Attend (Part 1/2)

“Tang Long asked Su Gang if he was interested in real estate.

“Why do you ask?” Su Gang didn’t directly answer the question.

“I went to Emperor Square this afternoon and noticed a vacant lot opposite for sale. If you’re interested, we could buy it together and build a commercial building,” Tang Long replied.

“There really isn’t a proper commercial building in Binjiang District. The old department stores have declined. But based on the spending level of people in Binjiang, can a commercial building be supported?” Su Gang expressed concern.

“I think it’s feasible! The economy is growing, and people’s lives are definitely getting better. Everyone surely wants a better place to shop,” Tang Long answered.

“The economy in China is indeed growing rapidly! But this investment will likely require a significant amount of money, which I might not be able to provide,” Su Gang seemed hesitant.

“Buying the land and constructing the commercial building, I estimate, will cost at most twenty million. How much can you contribute?” Tang Long inquired.

“Let’s not consider it. I think, as Tang Feng suggested, I should focus mainly on the winery. You manage the supermarket, and a commercial building would be in line with that,” Su Gang decided after some thought.

Seeing him say this, Tang Long didn’t insist further!

After all, investment comes with risks and losses. If it fails, the consequences can be severe.

Soon, Tang Feng and Su Xiaoli prepared dinner and called everyone to the dining table.

Tang Long and Su Gang shared a drink.

“Tang Feng, your uncle plans to start work tomorrow. If there’s nothing else, your mother and I will go help and keep an eye on things,” Tang Long said after eating some celery.

“That’s good. Uncle probably hasn’t undertaken such a big project before. If there’s anything he’s unsure about, tell him to ask around and not to cut corners. After all, renovation is very troublesome; we aim not to renovate again later to avoid delaying business,” Tang Feng responded.

“Tang Feng really is a good kid, always thinking of family,” Su Gang smiled.

“Many people say you can’t employ relatives. In reality, employing relatives isn’t a problem. Often, it’s that relatives don’t meet the company’s requirements. If they do, it’s natural to employ relatives. The saying goes, ‘Appoint the wise without avoiding relatives,’ which is the rationale,” Tang Feng smiled.

“What a saying, ‘Appoint the wise without avoiding relatives!’ Nowadays, many business people fear relatives and friends benefiting from them. It’s great that you think this way! While some relatives indeed aren’t great, it’s wrong to dismiss them all,” Su Gang said.

“Whether they’re relatives, friends, or neighbors, there are good and bad among them. It takes time to see. Anyway, if possible, I’m willing to help my relatives. After all, we share blood relations, which is better than strangers,” Tang Feng said.

“You’re right! Even if relations with some relatives aren’t great, they can still be passable. At least in times of trouble, they might help out a bit. With outsiders, it’s hard to say,” Su Gang sighed.

“Su Gang is correct! Especially at crucial moments! That’s why ancient families always sought to intermarry. These people aren’t fools. Relations among relatives are much stronger than with outsiders,” Tang Long said.

“Regardless, improving oneself is important. Otherwise, always seeking help from others, no matter how good they are, will lead to disdain,” Tang Feng said.

“Tang Feng’s words are spot on! To forge iron, one must be strong oneself! Among those of us who were laid off together, those with abilities are still living well, while those without are suffering,” Su Gang said.

“When we were first laid off, it was tough. Thinking about it now still makes me want to cry,” Tang Feng’s Mother said.

“Auntie, those things are in the past. Our lives are getting better. We need to look forward,” Su Xiaoli said.

Tang Feng’s Mother nodded.

After dinner, Su Gang and his daughter got up to leave.

Tang Feng saw them off downstairs.

After they drove away, he returned home.

“Mom, where’s Dad?” Tang Feng asked upon seeing his mother cleaning.

“He’s gone to sleep! After drinking two meals in a row, he really couldn’t handle it,” his mother replied.

“It seems we need to make him drink less in the future,” Tang Feng mentioned, then, as if remembering something, handed a blue porcelain bottle to his mother.

“What’s this?” she asked while taking it.

“Pills for strengthening the body. You and Dad should take one daily until they’re finished,” Tang Feng answered.

He gave his mother not just any pills, but body strengthening pills.

He had exchanged six pills using points.

This would significantly improve his parents’ physical condition.

“Are they effective?” his mother was skeptical.

“Of course! The effect is very noticeable after taking one. You and Dad will know once you try,” Tang Feng replied.

His mother carefully put them away and then Tang Feng returned to his room.

Meanwhile, Su Xiaoli and her father also returned home.

Su Gang sat down on the sofa.

Su Xiaoli poured him a glass of water.

“Xiaoli, in front of Tang Feng and his parents, I didn’t ask you. What do you think about Tang Feng establishing a scholarship?” Su Gang inquired.

“I fully support it,” Su Xiaoli answered.

“Fifty million is not a small amount. Tang Feng might find it easy to earn money and spends lavishly. In my opinion, he should invest all this money in his business now! Once he makes enough, then he can consider charity,” Su Gang said, taking a sip of water.

“Money can’t be earned in a lifetime. Besides, earning money is very easy for him. Fifty million might seem a lot to you, but to him, it’s just a drop in the bucket. Moreover, doing these things many years later would mean many students wouldn’t benefit,” Su Xiaoli argued.

“That’s true,” Su Gang nodded, “Many students from rural areas who get admitted here really do come from difficult backgrounds.”

“The main issue is that there are too few enterprises here, unable to provide enough job positions. Brother Feng plans to move some of the company’s operations to Binjiang District later, creating more job opportunities,” Su Xiaoli explained.

“That’s a good idea! As the saying goes, ‘Don’t forget the well-digger when drinking water,’ it’s important to give back to the community when capable,” Su Gang agreed.

“Dad, it’s getting late! I need to rest. You should sleep early too,” Su Xiaoli stood up, taking out her phone.

“Is Tang Feng texting you?” Su Gang guessed.

Su Xiaoli giggled and returned to her room.

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