Tang Yin's patent application hasn't been approved yet, but prototypes have already been produced. A comparison of the Android system and the rigid Symbian operating system reveals a stark difference.
At least in terms of user experience, Android is very user-friendly. The sliding screen is also innovative. Almost all current phones have buttons, while newer phones have a single screen without buttons, significantly increasing the screen area. It's also very easy to use; you can figure it out after a few tries, no advanced education required.
"Let's start production now, starting with spare parts. We'll be self-sufficient and won't need to rely on anyone." Qian Yuling tested it herself and was very satisfied with the phone's performance. As a product, it's a very good one, offering excellent value for money.
"How much are you going to sell it for? What's the price?" Tang Yin narrowed her eyes, standing next to Qian Yuling, looking more like a pair of sisters than a mother and daughter.
"One thousand nine hundred and ninety-nine." Qian Yuling thought for a moment before naming the price. This wasn't something Zhao An had told her, but something she had determined based on various factors.
"What's the wholesale price?" Tang Yin pressed again. Her expression was now focused. She'd been fed yesterday, and not a single lustful thought crossed her mind.
"No wholesale price. This time, I'm going to build my own website. It's fine to use Zhao An's platform, but I'll earn the most profit by selling directly!" Qian Yuling was quite assertive. Considering how many distributors there are nationwide, these distributors control numerous offline store resources, a crucial factor for any brand in any industry.
Middlemen profit entirely from the price difference, which invisibly lowers manufacturers' profits. Trying to bypass them seems a bit unrealistic.
Mobile phones are nothing special; they still need physical storefronts to back them up. That's reassuring. Otherwise, who can they turn to if problems arise?
"That's not bad either. Not relying on anyone. Haha, you're truly a business silver fox. You've figured everything out. This road isn't going to be easy. Are you sure you can make it? The pressure will be immense," Tang Yin asked one last time. This wasn't a threat, but a fact. Breaking with industry traditions will inevitably lead to conflicts of interest, which will inevitably cause problems.
"Zhao An will handle this, daughter. You need to be smarter. Since you've already made an investment, you should at least get some interest back, rather than being treated as a plaything." Qian Yuling's eyes flickered. She was indeed smart, and there were things she could definitely handle, but there was no need.
Seeing Tang Yin's slightly thoughtful expression, Qian Yuling continued, "Women should act a little foolish. That way, men will think they can control us and be more willing to give."
Qian Yuling was an expert at this kind of manipulative tactics. In the past, she didn't even need to seduce men. She simply gave orders, and her group of sycophants would naturally take care of the rest.
"Can you control Zhao An?" Tang Yin suddenly asked a strange question.
"Control? I haven't thought of it that way. It's unrealistic. Striving for greater benefits within our own boundaries is what we should do. Men are lustful, so you get the point, don't you?" Qian Yuling's words were already quite clear. Some things can't be spoken out loud; only by understanding them can one truly grasp the true meaning.
Even then, Zhao An was entertaining other relevant personnel. The expansion of the food delivery platform would undoubtedly require support from all sides, and he had cunningly given away 30% of his shares—not to anyone else, but to the management.
This would directly reduce a significant portion of the resistance, allowing him to still make money without any other worries.
Whenever he wanted to withdraw, he could simply hand over power and wait for the monthly dividends. The whole process would be smooth and extremely safe.
After a few rounds of drinking, Zhao An had already downed several bottles of baijiu, yet he still wasn't at all tipsy.
In a trance, a beautiful woman in a short skirt, revealing a pair of long, white legs, and high heels approached. With her delicate face and charming expression, it was none other than Zhang Qiaorong, whom I hadn't seen in a while. This time, she had come with her father. This cocktail party was supposedly a collaboration, but in reality, it was just a gathering of shareholders.
Zhao An took the lead, and everyone sat down together. Profits were shared equally, and any problems were handled by others. Zhao An merely provided plans and suggestions, and the implementation was carried out by the other shareholders; he had nothing to do with it.
"Are you drunk?" Zhang Qiaorong asked with a gentle smile, her face as bright as a flower, clearly delighted.
"Want to take me home?" Zhao An put his arm around Zhang Qiaorong's slender waist and leaned his head closer. "Did you miss me?"
"Yeah, I did. You bastard, you haven't looked me up in so long, have you forgotten me?" Zhang Qiaorong looked like a little wife, her pretty face a mix of anger and joy.
"Isn't it because you're busy? Things are slowly getting back on track, and there's plenty of work to do in the future. But does your dad agree?" Zhao An bit the woman's delicate earlobe. "I want to fuck you!"
"Well, be careful. There are so many people watching." Zhang Qiaorong moaned, her beautiful eyes brimming with a hint of spring.
"Mr. Zhao is so refined. It's not an exaggeration to call him a genius," a hearty voice echoed as a square-faced, middle-aged man strode over.
Zhang Qiaorong immediately became respectful. "Dad."
"Minister Zhang, you're being kind. Sister Qiaorong is really capable and has helped me so much. I'm daring to ask for Sister Qiaorong's help. I really need her help. The Haotuan platform will be stable in about a year, and expansion will cease within three years. By then, I can retire. It would be nice for me to travel and shop with Sister Qiaorong when I have time." Zhao An's large hand never left Zhang Qiaorong's slender waist, his expression wicked.
"Then you must treat her well and don't let her suffer any injustice, or I won't be polite," Minister Zhang said with a smile. As the head of the Zhang family, he was very happy to see his daughter with such a genius.
"Of course, I'll treat her like my wife. Minister, please help me greet the other shareholders. I've said everything I need to say. I'm a little dizzy, I've had too much to drink. As we make money, you'll rise to prominence." Zhao An laughed heartily, clinking his glass with his.
"Thank you for your kind words, and it's a pleasure working together." Minister Zhang was very pleased with Zhao An. The benefits of this partnership went far beyond just money; it also included significant political achievements!