Xinyan didnât expect such a pleasant surprise. Originally, she thought sheâd wait another year or so before starting her business ventures, but collaborating with the large factory now isnât impossible.
Xinyan said, "Mr. Lin, can you share your specific thoughts?"
Lin Kaixin saw that Xinyan didnât refuse, and was delighted: "Xinyan, I should be a few years older than you; just call me Kaixin or Sister Lin."
Xinyan nodded in agreement.
Lin Kaixin continued, "The two designs youâve created are really captivating. I believe you can come up with more styles. Our factory can buy your blueprints outright."
Xinyan also knew that these large factories are still state-owned. Even if she proposed dividends, the higher-ups probably wouldnât agree. If the price is right, this kind of operation isnât impossible either.
Xinyan looked at He Jinxuan and asked softly, "Do you think this is feasible?"
He Jinxuan gained considerable insight during his trips to the south, especially after the eleventh plenary session of the Third Central Committee last month, where the transport company organized in-depth and serious study sessions for them.
He also knew that starting this month, the focus would be on modernization, transitioning from a planned economy to a market economy, and opening up comprehensively.
Although he hadnât fully grasped it yet, all this information signaled the arrival of a new era.
He nodded gently to Xinyan, "Do as you wish."
Xinyan smiled at the corners of her mouth, "Alright."
She turned to Lin Kaixin, "Are you in charge of these matters?"
Lin Kaixin replied with a smile, "Iâll report to the leaders at the factory tomorrow. Can you leave an address so itâs easier for me to find you later?"
Xinyan directly reported Beijing University.
Lin Kaixinâs eyes lit up suddenly, "Did you study design?"
Xinyan shook her head, "No, I studied English."
Lin Kaixin extended her hand with a smile, "I didnât expect you to be such a top student. I hope we can meet again soon, so I wonât disturb you anymore."
She couldnât wait until tomorrow, thinking about calling the factory director now to report the situation. Not talking about the future, but if they can make these two colors now, the sales surely wonât be bad, especially since the New Year is approaching.
People in slightly better conditions would certainly want to buy clothes for their children. Not to mention that the styles are not only novel but also festive.
Soon after sending her off, Ye Liyan came back with the two little ones who were still playing around.
Ye Silai returned and brought his brother inside to change clothes because they ran into Aunt Lin next door outside. She mentioned she wanted to borrow their clothes tomorrow.
Sheâs Lin Xiaopangâs aunt. They have a good relationship with Lin Xiaopang, so they surely need to help with this favor.
The two little kids came out from the house, pulling Xinyan to play military chess, and Ye Liyan thoughtfully prepared fruit for them.
Afterward, he stepped aside and chatted leisurely with He Jinxuan, "You two have been dating for quite some time; when do you plan to get married?"
He Jinxuan looked at Xinyan, who was happily playing with the two kids, with eyes full of affection, "Weâll get engaged first. As for marriage, I promised her before not to consider it until she graduates from university."
Ye Liyan raised a hand and patted him on the shoulder, "Then youâll have to endure for a while. Will your family agree?"
He handed over a cigarette, "If you donât get married soon, your family might start urging you."
He Jinxuan didnât light the cigarette but sniffed it and then tucked it behind his ear, "Iâve spoken to my family before; I can decide my own matters."
Ye Liyan looked at his brother-in-law; he was well aware of the situation, having heard quite a bit from his wife, Ninghui.
He Jinxuan raised his head to look at Ye Liyan, who was lost in memories, "What about you? Are you really planning to live like this with the two kids?"
He surely hoped heâd give all his love to the children and hoped his heart only held his cousin Shen Ninghui, even though sheâs no longer in this world.
But Ye Liyanâs job nature meant he couldnât both work and take care of the children. He mourned for his cousin, who died so young, but fate ruled everything, leaving no room for personal control.
Now he only hoped the two kids could grow up healthy and happy, but the dust in the kitchen reminded him that this might not work out in the long run, so he asked such a question.
Ye Liyan lit the cigarette in his hand, "I know youâre worried I wonât take good care of the two kids, but you donât need to probe anymore. At least for now, Ninghui is the only one in my heart, and I canât let anyone else in."
He knew his brother-in-law must have heard some gossip today; his brother-in-law watched Ninghui grow up, and their relationship was as deep as that of siblings. His understanding and compassion for his sister and care for his nephews were understandable.