The Invincible Son-in-law

Chapter 726 - 726 Taking the Initiative

After everyone finished their first round of drinks and dishes, Li Jingyi asked Chairman Ai to propose a toast.

Chairman Ai Xuejun graciously obliged, raised his glass, and with a smile said: "Respected Secretary Li, County Magistrate Lin, distinguished entrepreneurs, first, I thank you for your warm hospitality, secondly, we are here mainly to explore the renewable energy battery project, and to see if it can complement our new energy vehicles..."

"Here, on behalf of our team, I extend my gratitude to Secretary Li, County Magistrate Lin, and everyone present, both leaders and entrepreneurs..."

Another wave of enthusiastic applause ensued, as everyone stood up, raised their glasses in welcome, further elevating the atmosphere to a new height.

Li Jingyi originally planned for Lin Hao to propose the third toast, but Lin Hao considered that they would rely on Red Era Group's Liao Jiarong in the future to keep the new energy vehicle project in Wucheng County.

Therefore, he decided to give the honor of proposing the third toast to Liao Jiarong, showing her respect.

"President Liao, would you like to propose a toast?" Lin Hao turned to Liao Jiarong, giving her a signal.

Liao Jiarong, a woman accustomed to big occasions, willingly stood up with a smile, raised her glass, and said loudly: "Since County Magistrate Lin has invited me to propose a toast, I shall graciously accept."

"To all leaders, Chairman Ai, fellow entrepreneurs, I've been in Wucheng County for quite some time now; let me share how I feel..."

"Ever since I came to Wucheng County, I've witnessed their cohesive leadership team and their sincere attitude for doing practical things for enterprises, and their genuine determination to help and serve enterprises, which deeply moved me."

"Take this high-quality trade conference, for example, it's a concrete manifestation of the county committee and government spending from their own pockets to connect and empower us as enterprises..."

"Here, I want to thank Secretary Li, County Magistrate Lin, thank the county committee and government, and all levels of leadership for their assistance and care..."

"Simultaneously, on behalf of Wucheng County's entrepreneurs, I welcome Chairman Ai Xuejun and your team, hoping you'll fall in love with this land of Wucheng County and thrive here..."

"Let's drink! Let's drink..."

After Liao Jiarong finished speaking, she raised her glass, everyone stood up for a toast, and drank it all down.

After the three toasts, everyone began to offer toasts alternately, making the scene even more lively.

However, Lin Hao understood the protocols well and did not discuss project matters with Chairman Ai, instead planning to talk about business after tomorrow's inspection.

The banquet lasted from six to eight o'clock, after which the group headed to the sports center to watch the evening's cultural performances.

At half past eight, when the largest sports center's music in Wucheng County played, lights flashed, and the whole county was thoroughly stirred.

This cultural performance was funded by the Wucheng County Government and organized by the television station.

Of course, the performance also invited several celebrity singers, though Lin Hao paid no attention.

The sports center's field was densely seated with people, and many spectators were seated in distant stands where the crowd was animated, with people craning their necks to see the stage.

To be honest, Wucheng County hadn't hosted such a large-scale cultural event in ages, and many citizens came to watch, making it grander than ever.

Chairman Ai and others naturally had front-row seats, with fruit snacks provided and hot tea served.

Lin Hao took the stage to give a speech, declaring the start of the gala; the stage was a harmonious display of song and dance, with applause and cheers resounding below.

After the two-hour performance concluded, Lin Hao personally escorted Chairman Ai and his group back to the hotel for lodging, agreeing to visit and inspect the renewable energy battery industry chain together tomorrow, barely finding himself with time to relax.

This is because leaders from neighboring districts and county, as well as several leaders from the city bureau, attended the event.

Previously, due to attending to Governor Xu and Secretary Cao, as well as Chairman Ai and his group, naturally, they received less attention.

Therefore, after coming out, Lin Hao promptly contacted Secretary Tian from Dushan County, Zhang Bo, and Director Zhang from the city's cultural tourism bureau, who is Zhang Bo's uncle Zhang Zhibo, to invite them for a late-night snack.

Soon, they arrived at a late-night snack restaurant beside the hotel, ordered some special delicacies, and began eating and chatting in a private room.

"County Magistrate Lin, this new energy battery conference is truly a success! If only we had such a big project," Zhang Bo said with a bitter expression, seemingly talking about the conference but lamenting in front of Lin Hao.

Lin Hao understood what he meant, and replied with a smile, "County Magistrate Zhang, Secretary Tian, I have already communicated with Secretary Cao today regarding what we discussed previously."

"Ah... how did it go?" Zhang Bo and Secretary Tian showed interest.

"Secretary Cao did not oppose it, he only mentioned discussing it further with Mayor Ma before any final decision," responded Lin Hao.

In fact, Secretary Cao was more than supportive, but Lin Hao couldn't make it too easy.

In front of these folks, if it seemed too easy, his contribution would appear insignificant, which wouldn't be good.

"So, there's about an eighty percent chance of success with this?" Secretary Tian remarked with a smile.

"Tomorrow, I'll find time to call Mayor Ma and plead my case to him; once he gives the go-ahead, the matter will pretty much be settled," Lin Hao hurriedly highlighted his contribution.

"Little brother, then thank you, Secretary Tian and I toast you!" Secretary Tian and Zhang Bo said with smiles as they raised their glasses.

"We're all old friends here, no need to be overly courteous." Lin Hao modestly replied, but still clinked glasses with them.

Seeing Lin Hao help his nephew with a major favor, Director Zhang quickly raised his glass and said, "County Magistrate Lin, let me offer you a toast as well, thank you for your help."

"Director Zhang, come, let's have one together," Lin Hao cheerfully clinked glasses with him, and the four of them drank it all in one go.

After setting down their glasses, Lin Hao personally refilled them with beer and toasted individually, before they began enjoying the food heartily.

In truth, tonight while eating with Chairman Ai and others, it wasn't about eating, but all about toasting, leaving no leisure for dishes!

"County Magistrate Lin, regarding the funds needed for the rafting project discussed earlier, I've already begun submitting reports, but for the funds to be truly available, it might take a little more time."

Director Zhang brought up the rafting project discussed days ago.

"Really? Then that's wonderful news, Director Zhang, we toast you," Lin Hao exclaimed joyfully.

Secretary Tian immediately raised his glass and interjected, "Director Zhang, this is of great help to us, thank you so much! We toast you!"

"Ha ha ha... there's no need for such formalities, we're not supposed to be strangers," Director Zhang smiled as he glanced at his nephew Zhang Bo, before raising his glass.

Zhang Bo naturally hurriedly raised his glass, and the four clinked glasses again, drank it all in one go, feeling delighted indeed.