Free Web NovelChapter 1169: Chapter 897: The Factory’s Future (Part 2)
Su Ling and Pei Bai listened with wide, round eyes. As they heard Su Ling speak, they realized she had a point. Especially Su Ling, she was worried that once the company went public, it wouldn’t belong to her anymore, a concern that the listing team had never discussed with her. freēwebnovel.com
Lin Wan chimed in, "Actually, my ambitions aren’t high. Running a clothing factory and making the clothes I love for everyone to wear is enough for me. Having my own career and earning some money to improve my life is all I need. Initially, wasn’t the whole point of this to have something to do, earn some money, and prevent our men from working too hard? Now, we’ve achieved it. We three partners make at least millions a year each, isn’t that enough for us? Moreover, with our current situation, if managed well and keeping up with the times, our business will only get better. We should be worried about keeping up with the times and leading fashion trends rather than going public. Excellent design is crucial, followed by business. We need to develop extensive business so that people want to buy our products. That’s the reality. As long as we have business, we shouldn’t fear not succeeding. With our strength, we can compete with those publicly listed companies. Watch out, some listed companies might not be as comfortable as we are. Think about it, haven’t you been living comfortably these past few years with all that money? Let’s keep things simple. That’s my opinion. After hearing me talk so much, what do you think now?" This was an important matter, and Lin Wan had to open up, or future disagreements would be difficult to resolve.
"Xiao Wan, hearing you say that, I’ve had an epiphany. I was nearly blinded by them. You’re right, we don’t lack money now and have good performance, so there’s no need to blindly go public. If we grow big, people will naturally pay attention to us. You’re right, we should rely on our strength," Su Ling said emotionally.
"Exactly. Although I don’t understand the situation with going public, I know our current state is the best. As women, we need to take care of our homes. We initially partnered to start the clothing factory just to earn some money for a better home. Now our wishes have been fulfilled, and that’s enough. People should be content and not greedy. We should honestly focus on doing what we’re doing now, which is keeping up with the times, being at the forefront of fashion, and having good designs and quality. Every year, new factories have been popping up, with many starting clothing factories, and the quality is improving. Competition now is greater. To avoid being eliminated, we should really focus on good design, managing the factory, and expanding business efforts diligently." freewebnøvel.com
"Right, as long as you understand, that’s great. We really don’t need to go public. To be frank, companies that want to go public just want to cash in a bit."
"I understand, Xiao Wan. With your words, I immediately see the pros and cons. You really have a broader view. Alas, as a factory manager, I failed a bit with little knowledge," Su Ling said regretfully. In fact, if Lin Wan had managed the factory directly these past few years, it might have been better.
"Not everyone can understand immediately. I learned and understood this by listening to you guys. I just feel we’re pretty good this way," Lin Wan laughed, comforting Su Ling.
"Sigh... I’ll call the team soon. They’ve been pursuing this for so long. I should refuse quickly to avoid wasting their efforts. I see, I also need to learn more and keep up with current affairs," Su Ling said, maintaining a positive perspective, never falling into negativity. This is what a factory manager should have.
The three spent the whole day in the office, even having lunch there, reviewing accounts from previous years, and distributing this year’s dividends. Over five million each, what is there to think about? Additionally, Lin Wan talked about markets to be developed next year, giving a rough overview of next year’s goals. Now that logistics are gradually developing, their goods can be sold nationwide. They need to understand next year’s fashion trends then incorporate their own designs to lead in fashion.
Most importantly, Lin Wan wanted to invite celebrities for endorsements and advertise on TV to raise their brand’s recognition. With a brand, there would be price advantages in the future.
Su Ling and Pei Bai noted everything down, planning to start preparations at the beginning of the new year.
This year, with only a couple of days left before the holiday, the three spent a day in the office, finally leaving late to go to Steel Road, Su Daimei’s hot pot restaurant, to have dinner together.
The hot pot restaurant, managed excellently by Su Daimei, looked newly renovated, and customers were still coming in droves.
Su Daimei gave up the shop on Front Street, seemingly at a loss, but actually gained in another way. This place was relaxed, closer to home, allowing her to manage her shop comfortably and take care of her family. She might not earn as much as before, but it’s not bad either.
Lin Wan chatted with Su Daimei for a while, knowing she’s doing well. Her two daughters, the eldest not hers biologically, but very dependent on her, are now in college, attending a local university close to home. Her younger daughter is now in high school. She’s truly blessed after hardships, meeting someone good.
After dinner, Lin Wan, Su Ling, and Pei Bai walked deliberately past their school, now closed, reminiscing about their school years. Laughing and chatting, they each headed home.
