The next day, Chen Bin found time to visit the winery to see He Chaoping.
He took the opportunity to mention Ma Juan’s desire to sell liquor.
Seeing He Chaoping’s brow furrowed and his face full of hesitation, Chen Bin immediately said.
"Before I came over, I reported this matter to Secretary Wang in advance, and he didn’t seem to have any objections."
Although He Chaoping had the ultimate say in the winery, Wang Jun was, after all, the secretary of the County Committee.
He Chaoping couldn’t possibly disregard the latter’s face.
After contemplating for a while, he finally spoke slowly.
"Ma Juan’s family has indeed made significant contributions to the winery, but the county has also provided quite a few benefits. Moreover, Bailing Wine is new to the market, and the most important thing now is to establish a good reputation. Can she do it?"
Hearing this, Chen Bin also started to feel unsure.
His original intention was only to seek welfare for Ma Juan, to earn some more money.
But now it seems that things may not be that simple.
Just as Chen Bin was preparing to politely take his leave, He Chaoping’s attitude took a turn.
"Although I’m not optimistic about Ma Juan, since Secretary Chen has spoken, I still have to give you this face. I will give Ma Juan two months. If she can sell five thousand boxes, I will give her the Tianhai market."
If it had been the He Chaoping of the past, he would never hand over his wine to an inexperienced young woman to mess around with.
But his experience at Tianhe Old Winery told him that it was essential to maintain a good relationship with the higher-ups.
Otherwise, being driven away again would leave him with no other way out.
"Alright, we’ll do it your way, let’s see if Ma Juan really has that capability."
In Chen Bin’s view, regardless of whether Ma Juan can sell that much or not,
having the opportunity is better than none at all.
When Chen Bin found Ma Juan and conveyed He Chaoping’s thoughts to her, Ma Juan instantly became displeased.
"One box has six bottles, five thousand boxes add up to thirty thousand bottles, how could I sell them all in two months?!"
"Of course, you have to try to know. What if people think the wine is good and it all sells out in the first month? And selling this wine can really make a lot of money, you must seize the opportunity!"
"I think let’s forget it, I’m good at drinking, but have no clue about selling, trying would be futile, I don’t want to mess around blindly."
Seeing that Ma Juan was starting to backpedal, Chen Bin quickly said.
"Give it a try, you still have your bestie who runs the clothing store, right? You two can work on this together."
After a brief thought, Ma Juan still shook her head.
"How about you talk to the winery, can I sell two thousand five hundred boxes in two months?"
Chen Bin knew that He Chaoping had already stretched himself to offer this opportunity.
Asking for more would be inconsiderate of him.
So he replied with righteous conviction, "Absolutely not, the matter of selling liquor was discussed with Secretary Wang, and it is because of him that He Chaoping is willing to let you have a try. Otherwise, you wouldn’t have had this chance at all."
Ma Juan let out a long sigh and ultimately shook her head again.
Seeing her in such low spirits, Chen Bin resorted to reverse psychology.
"Can’t sell it, right? Then don’t. You really think I would let you sell it? Bailing Winery is a state-owned enterprise, more and more people will come to cooperate in the future, you’d better not hinder the winery!"
Upon hearing this, Ma Juan became unwilling in an instant.
Both hands on her hips, she once again displayed the fiery temper of a little chili pepper.
"Damn it, let’s do it. I’m not afraid! If I can’t sell it, I’ll drink it all myself!"
With a grin, Chen Bin replied.
"You can drink it sure, but don’t forget, the final payment has to be settled in full after two months."
"Alright, alright, just go. You’re annoying me with all your yapping!"
After pushing Chen Bin out of the clothing store, Ma Juan took out her phone and dialed a number.
"Bestie, come to the store quickly, I have something to tell you..."
Seeing Ma Juan’s energetic appearance, Chen Bin did not want to disturb her.
He chose to leave quietly.
Back at the County Committee and County Government, when it was almost time to clock out, Chen Bin especially went to find Wang Jun.
"Godfather, are you going back this weekend?"
Showing a hint of hesitation, Wang Jun still nodded his head.
"Since you want to go back, then go."
When they arrived at the residential building in the car, Wang Jun suddenly said he was in a good mood and wanted to buy a pack of cigarettes, telling Chen Bin to go ahead first.
Just as he reached the kitchen doorway, Chen Bin saw Zhao Xinmei with her back to the door, busily working inside.
She was wearing a floral dress that tightly wrapped around her round and firm buttocks.
She looked very charming.
The beige pantyhose on her legs made Chen Bin unable to take his eyes off her.
Swallowing his saliva, he quietly approached Zhao Xinmei from behind and then called out softly.
Zhao Xinmei was startled by the sudden voice, shivering all over.
She turned her head and looked at Chen Bin with a hint of reproach in her eyes.
"You little rascal, how come you don’t make any noise when you walk."
Then, she turned back and continued chopping vegetables.
Chen Bin, looking at her perky buttocks, unconsciously laid his hand on them.
Zhao Xinmei quickly turned her head, her pretty face full of surprise.
Clearly, she had never imagined Chen Bin would be so bold.
To dare to touch her so blatantly.
After staring at each other for a few seconds, Zhao Xinmei raised her hand and slapped Chen Bin on the head.
"You little pest, are you asking for a beating?"
Meanwhile, the sound of a door closing echoed from outside.
Upon hearing the noise, Wang Jun immediately came over.
"Wife, what happened?"
Zhao Xinmei glared at Chen Bin and replied.
"Xiao Bin is being too naughty, he patted me suddenly while I was cutting vegetables, and it scared me."
Wang Jun laughed and without thinking too much, he said to Chen Bin.
"Xiao Bin, you and I haven’t had a drink together in a long time, I’m in a good mood today, we’re not stopping until we’re drunk."
Seeing Wang Jun didn’t notice anything amiss, Chen Bin immediately nodded his head.
Before long, the meal was served.
The relationship between Wang Jun and Zhao Xinmei seemed to have returned to normal, as neither of them brought up the matter of the child again.
Perhaps too happy, it wasn’t long before Wang Jun had drunk too much.
Barely finishing his meal, he staggered back to his room to sleep.
Seeing Zhao Xinmei cleaning up the dishes alone, Chen Bin immediately went over to help.
However, as soon as he approached Zhao Xinmei, she scolded him.
Chen Bin guessed she was still angry about what had happened earlier, so he immediately stepped back.
Watching her intently, Zhao Xinmei’s chest heaved up and down with her breath, appearing very angry.
"Xiao Bin, you are becoming more and more unruly, even... even daring to touch me. If you dare do this to someone else outside, you’ll end up getting arrested by the police sooner or later!"
Heaving a deep sigh, Chen Bin pretended to be serious and said.
"Mom, it’s not what you think, actually..."
"I don’t want to hear your excuses!"
Before Chen Bin could finish his sentence, Zhao Xinmei carried the dishes and walked into the kitchen on her own.
Chen Bin didn’t hesitate and immediately followed her, talking non-stop.
"I don’t know what’s going on, but when I see you, I just can’t control myself."
"Well, you just wait. If you take advantage of young girls outside and get caught by the police, don’t expect me to bail you out!"
"You’re really misunderstanding me now. I don’t feel anything for others, I only like you."
"I’m your mother, you’re not allowed to talk like that anymore."
"Then what about my illness? Aren’t you going to cure me? I don’t want to be a eunuch for the rest of my life."
Frowning and staring hard at Chen Bin, Zhao Xinmei finally spoke after a long time.
"Go back to your room first. I’ll join you after I’ve finished washing the dishes, but let me make this clear: if you touch me again after your illness is cured, watch out, I won’t be nice to you!"
"Okay, no problem, thanks mom!"
Chen Bin immediately gave Zhao Xinmei a big kiss on the face and then ran back to his room.
Zhao Xinmei stood there in a daze, touching the wetness on her face, her heart unable to calm down for a long time...