31: Chapter 31 Things Will Fall into Place Naturally

"Young President Yang, what requests do you have? The Municipal Government will provide as much support as possible."

Yang Shiguang pretended to be deep in thought, though he had already figured it out long ago.

"I won't go into details about the green channel for permit approvals; that should be very simple for you."

"I need the city and its districts and counties to provide tax policies: a 70% tax subsidy in the first year of the new store's opening, 60% the following year, and 50% every year from the third year onwards."

Executive Deputy Mayor Zhu Tianming pretended to ponder, taking out a cigarette, which Yang Shiguang hurriedly lit for him.

Yang Shiguang, however, sneered inwardly.

He knew that Executive Deputy Mayor Zhu Tianming would definitely reject this proposal immediately.

Tax revenue was the core source of the treasury and the very soul of political achievements; without tax revenue and money, one could not produce political achievements.

Without political achievements, these big shots had no way to climb higher.

The reason he pretended to ponder was just to express that the Municipal Government really wanted to provide support.

"I'm afraid the city cannot provide this policy. As you know, Jianning has been under great financial pressure in recent years, and we still need to build two new cross-river bridges."

Upon hearing this, Yang Shiguang also lit a cigarette, revealing a look of regret.

In fact, he had known all along that this proposal would be rejected, because this was the "house" in the "house demolition effect" he had designed.

The reason he didn't want to bring up the "window" so quickly was just to show that Shuicifang was indeed in a difficult position.

The atmosphere was heavy, and neither of them spoke. After a few minutes, Yang Shiguang broke the silence.

"Mayor Tianming, Shuicifang truly is in a difficult spot, and I can understand that this proposal is hard for you to handle."

"I have another idea, which I think is relatively easier to consider."

Executive Deputy Mayor Zhu Tianming smiled slightly upon hearing this and waved his hand, signaling him to continue.

"First, I hope the Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government offices, as well as various district bureaus, can designate Shuicifang for reception meals that cannot be held in their own institutional cafeterias. Of course, we will provide discounts to ensure that we do not exceed regulations or standards."

"Second, I hope you can coordinate with the Municipal State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission and suggest including Shuicifang in the procurement list for reception meals for state-owned enterprises like Jianji, Janye, and Jianying. Of course, whether we win the bid will be determined by Shuicifang's strength; we will ensure the process is just and legal."

"Third, I suggest that large-scale conference activities held in the name of the Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government, such as ecological conferences, technology conferences, and expos, be designated to be hosted at Yihong Hotel, and that the corresponding accommodation and catering for these conferences also be undertaken by Yihong Hotel."

"Fourth, I suggest that Shuicifang and Yihong Hotel jointly serve as the leading initiators for the sewage renovation. At the same time, the Municipal Government's publicity, model leader awards, and other honors should primarily be awarded to Yihong Hotel."

"As for this point, as long as you can meet the above conditions, I will handle the coordination with Yihong Hotel. Please rest assured, we communicated a few days ago, and Mr. Wang is willing to do so."

After hearing this, Executive Deputy Mayor Zhu Tianming frowned and thought for a long time, and Yang Shiguang did not rush him.

"Young President Yang, can you really get Yihong Hotel to participate?"

"Rest assured, it's almost certain."

Executive Deputy Mayor Zhu Tianming suddenly laughed.

"Actually, if the two of you act as pioneers together, the Municipal Government can also vigorously promote Shuicifang, since you were the one who persuaded them. Furthermore, the city can also award you the Outstanding Entrepreneur Award."

Yang Shiguang gave a fake smile, though he felt disgusted inside.

Good grief, this old fox is really wicked; he's testing me. If I hadn't been reborn, given the impetuosity of a typical young person, I would have fallen for it.

It's a pity that I don't want these superficial things; I only want tangible benefits.

"Haha, Mayor Tianming, I am also considering the interests of the Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government."

"Although this junior has achieved some small success, compared to a business senior like Mr. Wang, I am still wet behind the ears. Shuicifang is also worlds apart from Yihong Hotel."

"Wouldn't it be better and have stronger appeal if Yihong Hotel sets this example? It would also be more conducive to the city's full implementation of the sewage renovation work."

Executive Deputy Mayor Zhu Tianming finally realized that this young man could not be underestimated, so he had to shake his head and smile:

"Hahaha, you..."

"I agree with your requests in principle, but because this involves not only the Municipal Party Committee and Municipal Government but also all the district bureaus throughout Jianning."

"It needs to be discussed at a meeting to see the opinions of the Secretary, the Mayor, and other Standing Committee members, so I cannot give you a definite answer right now."

Upon hearing this, Yang Shiguang understood that this meant he had persuaded him, but he still needed to tell him how to persuade the other leaders.

Yang Shiguang's eyes darted, and he organized his words.

"I believe that all the leaders are far-sighted and devoted to serving the people, so it will definitely pass."

"After all, where one eats is just eating, and where a meeting is held is just a meeting, right? Not to mention that our Shuicifang flagship store is of a high standard, Yihong Hotel is one of the top hotels in Jianning! Moreover, it won't add much to the financial burden."

"Furthermore, with Yihong Hotel as the big brother leading the way, I believe the sewage renovation work will proceed smoothly. Who knows, Jianning might even be the first in the province to complete the renovation."

"Isn't this the best example of the leaders serving the people efficiently and with high quality? The city will see it, the province will see it, and the people will see it too."

The last sentence Yang Shiguang said was quite blunt; he almost explicitly said the word "political achievements."

"Hahahaha!"

The old fox and the young fox looked at each other and smiled very happily.

Thus, the most important move was in place, and everything else would come naturally.

...

Since the sewage renovation work was a key project focused on by the province, Executive Deputy Mayor Zhu Tianming submitted the proposal to the Mayor's and Secretary's offices in the afternoon, and soon the Secretary convened a Standing Committee meeting.

At the meeting, Executive Deputy Mayor Zhu Tianming relayed Yang Shiguang's rhetoric after wrapping it in terms of ideological awareness, and it received support from more than half of the members.

In the afternoon, Yang Shiguang was chatting with An Miaomiao in the Chairman's office at Shuicifang.

Not long after, he received the good news from Deputy Director Yang that the proposal had been passed.

Yang Shiguang hurriedly opened his computer, edited his proposal and the news that it had been passed into a document, and sent it to Mr. Wang's email.

Afterward, he called the management team to the conference room for a meeting.

Everyone gathered in the conference room, but Yang Shiguang didn't say a word; he just crossed his hands to support his head, staring at the mobile phone placed on the table in front of him.

Everyone was confused, just waiting there in vain.

"Young Master Yang, is it about the sewage renovation..."

You Li asked first, but was interrupted by a wave of Yang Shiguang's hand.

Yang Shiguang pointed to his phone, signaling everyone to wait.

Wait for what? Naturally, wait for Mr. Wang's reply.

So the question is, would Mr. Wang refuse?

Yang Shiguang was certain he would not refuse. He also could not refuse.