Reborn: I'll Never Fail My Childhood Sweetheart Again

Chapter 574 - 215: Panpan’s Christmas Eve Gift (Part 3)

"When I first established this company, my identity was somewhat inconvenient, so I didn’t make it public temporarily."

Su Zelin explained simply.

Zhang Yuanhang nodded to show understanding.

If others found out that the owner of a company was a university student, they might see it as child’s play, and consumers probably wouldn’t trust it, so Su Zelin’s concern is reasonable.

Of course, once successful, it no longer matters.

Su Zelin said calmly, "I’m a person who has always kept public and private matters separate!"

"As an operations director, one must fulfill one’s duties in their role!"

"Take franchise approval, for instance. As long as it follows the correct procedures and meets the criteria, I will certainly approve it!"

"Conversely, if a franchise application lacks adequate conditions, I will firmly reject it!"

"It’s not just about being responsible for the company’s image, but also for the investors! If analyzing a store shows it won’t make money but I still approve it, wouldn’t that be harming both others and myself?"

At this point, he paused: "As for President Zhang’s application for a second store..."

Zhang Yuanhang’s heart was instantly on edge.

"I’ve approved it!"

Su Zelin said with a smile.

"The approval might have been a bit slow for a reason; it’s not that I intentionally delayed you. It’s just that recently, New Era has had a lot of franchise applications, and the inspection team can’t keep up. Many people submitted applications before you, so I must handle them in order! If there are no surprises, you’ll receive the official documents tomorrow!"

"That’s fantastic, thank you, President Su!"

Zhang Yuanhang was overjoyed.

The approval of this store means he might have several hundred thousand more in income every year!

"As for the previous issue..."

Facing the founder of New Era, Young Master Zhang felt it necessary to apologize for his plagiarism.

But as soon as he spoke, he was stopped by a smooth talker.

"Let’s not dwell on the past. Now we’re allies in the same boat, and any unpleasantness is in the past!"

Su Zelin smiled slightly.

In fact, he wasn’t really unhappy.

It’s more likely that Zhang Yuanhang was the one left feeling frustrated by a few incidents back then.

At this point, he took an envelope from his pocket, the same one Zhang Yuanhang had placed under the tea leaves that day, and handed it back to him, unopened.

"Take this back! As for the tea, it’s quite good, so I’ll keep it!"

Zhang Yuanhang nodded slightly, understanding Su Zelin’s message.

Bribery is absolutely not tolerated, but gifting some tea as normal social interaction is acceptable.

Upholding principles while remaining tactful!

Balancing rules and human touch!

This is his way of social interaction.

"Alright, let’s not keep Director Zhang waiting too long; I must be on my way as well. So, let’s leave it at that!"

Su Zelin patted Young Master Zhang on the shoulder.

It was getting late, and he had to rush to an appointment at Zhejiang University, so there was no time for idle chatter with Zhang Yuanhang.

"Yes, President Su!"

After bidding farewell to Su Zelin, Zhang Yuanhang returned to his car.

"How did it go?"

Zhang Baisheng asked quickly.

"President Su acknowledged his identity and also told me that the second store application has been approved. The delay was due to the influx of franchise applications and the inspection team’s busy schedule!"

After briefly recounting the conversation, Zhang Yuanhang raised the envelope in his hand, "He returned this to me, but kept the tea!"

Zhang Baisheng nodded and asked, "Yuanhang, did you learn something?"

"I did, Dad. You said it wouldn’t be unfair to lose to someone like him. It’s true, I really don’t have President Su’s level of tolerance and skill!"

Zhang Yuanhang sighed.

"Not everyone can become Su Zelin, nor are there many like him in the world. Just be the best version of yourself!"

Zhang Baisheng said sincerely.

"Got it, Dad!"

"..."

At this moment, Su Zelin also sat in the driver’s seat of the Santana.

Feeling a surge of emotion, he opened the gift package sent by a junior schoolmate.

Inside, aside from a large Red Fuji apple, there was a box of Three Guns.

Well, gifting me Three Guns on Christmas Eve.

Panpan, you sure have a way about you!

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