Chapter 18: A Successful Sale

From that moment on, the numbers began to change even more rapidly. By 8:10, the display showed sales had climbed to 350 units. Lin Feng saw this and raised his fist in triumph, knowing that this was only the beginning. Once those who were still hesitant saw others using the products, their doubts would be dispelled, and they would place their orders as well.

By 8:30, over 2,500 units had been sold, and the company’s technical staff promptly updated the official website with the latest sales figures. By 9:00, sales had officially surpassed 10,000 units, with most customers opting for the high-end 10,000 yuan version. When the sales broke the 10,000 mark, all the employees who had volunteered to work overtime cheered and jumped in celebration. It meant that in just one hour, the company’s revenue was nearly one hundred million. Confidence in the company’s computers was sky-high among the staff; reaching nearly a hundred million in sales within an hour meant the company’s future sales would only get better.

When Lin Feng led the applause in congratulation, everyone joined in enthusiastically. The sales data fluctuated, sometimes rising and falling, but by midnight, sales officially passed 50,000 units. Lin Feng saw this and went around hugging every employee present, then stood up on a chair.

“Thank you, everyone. Truly, thank you. Up to this moment,” Lin Feng pointed at the distant display screen, “it shows 50,155 units sold. In just a few hours tonight, our sales revenue has exceeded 400 million. So I’ve decided that every employee will receive a 10,000 yuan bonus this month. But as you all know, the company’s funds are tight right now—every cent received must be immediately invested in production and used to purchase electronic components. So the bonus won’t be distributed right away, but my promise stands: at the beginning of next month, you’ll all receive your bonuses.” Standing on the chair, Lin Feng made his commitment to the employees.

“No problem! Our company is only going to get better!” an employee called out joyfully from below.

Lin Feng laughed, “Thank you. Thank you all for your trust in me and the company. Tonight, our warehouse staff will need to work overtime, and starting tomorrow, so will our manufacturing team. It’ll be tough, but our current inventory is less than 100,000 computers—at this rate, they’ll sell out in a matter of days. I’ll have to count on all of you!”

Soon, the warehouse department began notifying logistics to arrange shipments according to order addresses. Lin Feng, accompanied by Xia Ruoxi, went to inspect the process. After confirming that everything was running smoothly, he visited the employees to thank them before returning to his office. By then, it was already past 2 a.m., and sales had surpassed 70,000 units.

Back in the office, only Lin Feng and Xia Ruoxi remained; everyone else was either busy with their own tasks or resting.

“Well, it worked, didn’t it? Old Mo, I told you I wouldn’t let you down!” Mo Tian suddenly spoke up, as if seeking credit.

Lin Feng rolled his eyes at Mo Tian and replied with a chuckle.

“What’s up, Lin Feng?” Xia Ruoxi, who had followed him in, asked, puzzled by his expression.

“Oh, nothing. Seeing the company’s products sell so well, it feels like a huge weight has been lifted from my heart. I’m happy!” Lin Feng said, genuinely pleased.

“Congratulations! I didn’t expect you’d really pull it off,” Xia Ruoxi said, her excitement evident as she looked at Lin Feng sitting on the sofa.

“Sit down, don’t just stand there. It’s late; you shouldn’t go home tonight. There’s a room here in my office—go rest there. I’ll sleep out here. Honestly, I should be thanking you; you helped me so much. Without you, I couldn’t have succeeded.” Lin Feng patted the sofa, inviting Xia Ruoxi to sit.

Hearing Lin Feng’s words, Xia Ruoxi sat down, looked at him, wanting to say something but unable to find the words. For some reason, her face suddenly flushed.

“Hey, what’s wrong, Miss Xia? Are you sick?” Lin Feng teased, seeing her blush.

“I—I don’t think it’s appropriate for me to sleep in the inner room. If people see it, they’ll gossip. Besides, we’re only in a superior-subordinate relationship. It would be too much,” Xia Ruoxi said, embarrassed.

Seeing her blush, Lin Feng asked tentatively, “Oh, just a superior-subordinate relationship? Would you like something different?”

“Another kind of relationship...? You’re so bad! Hmph, a leopard can’t change its spots. I won’t talk to you anymore!” Xia Ruoxi retorted fiercely, then got up and left Lin Feng’s office. But despite her words, she was in a very good mood as she left. Did Lin Feng’s words make her happy? Perhaps Xia Ruoxi herself wasn’t sure yet.

“Ha, that girl!” Lin Feng smiled as he watched her leave.

“Are you finally ready to confess?” Mo Tian appeared beside Lin Feng after Xia Ruoxi left, teasing him.

“Exactly! Now that the company’s affairs are settled, I have some time to win her over. It’ll keep my nagging mother quiet, too. Why not?” Lin Feng replied, playing along.

“Looks like I’ve fulfilled part of my promise to you!” Mo Tian continued.

Lin Feng was puzzled by Mo Tian’s words. He seemed to have forgotten many conversations they’d had. He looked at Mo Tian curiously. “Promise? What promise?”

Mo Tian sighed, “You forgot already? Didn’t I promise I’d make the girl fall for you? Look at Xia Ruoxi now—she’s clearly taken the initiative.”

Lin Feng finally remembered, but protested, “Come on, Mo Tian! Obviously, it’s my own achievement. How can you take credit for it?”

Mo Tian simply laughed and chose to ignore Lin Feng. Ever since Lin Feng’s abilities improved, his shamelessness had reached new heights, especially when dealing with Mo Tian.

Lin Feng continued to ramble for a while, but seeing Mo Tian ignore him, he finally gave up and lay down on the sofa to sleep. While Lin Feng slept comfortably, many others outside had a restless night—or couldn’t sleep at all, especially the journalists. The ones who hadn’t attended the FutureTech product launch now realized the company’s computers were truly remarkable, and the new operating system, developed by a domestic company, was a major breakthrough. The heads of media companies who missed the launch were furious in their offices.

Nevermind how outstanding FutureTech’s computers were; having the country’s own operating system was explosive news by itself. People had longed for this technology for ages—it was sorely needed to prove the nation’s capabilities. Now the operating system was here, but they hadn’t interviewed anyone, nor attended the launch, and their peers were laughing at them.

“I don’t care what it takes—tomorrow, no, today—by this afternoon, you must interview Lin Feng, chairman of FutureTech, and dig out as much information as possible!” The bosses issued strict orders to their reporters.

The journalists, hearing this, were frustrated. “You wouldn’t let us go before, and now you insist? Everything’s your call, and we’re always in the wrong!” But there was nothing they could do; they were just frontline reporters, and those yelling at them were the company bosses.

The next morning, Lin Feng rose early, opened his office door, and headed to the R&D department to check on sales. By then, over 80,000 units had been sold, and the numbers kept rising.

“Lin Feng, there are lots of reporters outside trying to get into the company, all wanting to interview you. They’re blocking the warehouse, seriously affecting our shipments. Should we handle this?” Xia Ruoxi immediately reported upon seeing him.

“Oh, not those people again! Didn’t we say there’d be a press conference? This is ridiculous!” Lin Feng felt overwhelmed and annoyed by their actions.

“There’s nothing we can do. These are the media outlets that missed the launch, and the numbers are growing. Everyone’s just doing their job,” Xia Ruoxi explained sympathetically.

“Thank you and your team for your hard work. I don’t have time right now, so you go handle them! You’re the general manager, and from now on you’ll be managing most things. Take this as practice—I won’t go.” Lin Feng thought for a moment and spoke to Xia Ruoxi.

“Me? But they’re asking to interview you. Now that the reporters are convinced we have a new operating system, that’s all they’re asking about,” Xia Ruoxi said, unsure.

Lin Feng felt a headache coming on; he really didn’t want to face the media. Just then, the sales department manager arrived, so Lin Feng told Xia Ruoxi, “There’s no helping it. Tell them what you can, and for anything you can’t, say I’ll answer their questions at the press conference.”

“Mr. Lin, since shipping began, I’ve already sent out more than 40,000 computers and we’re still pushing hard!” The sales manager quickly reported his purpose to Lin Feng.

“Good, speed up. Get our products to customers as soon as possible. Thank you for your hard work!” Lin Feng smiled and patted the manager’s shoulder.

“Of course! The sales department won’t let the company down!” The manager nodded and hurried off.

Meanwhile, at the FutureTech product launch, crowds were lining up to try out the computers for themselves, eager to see if they were as impressive as advertised. The venue allowed only 500 people in at a time, but thousands had already gathered, and more were arriving.

The first group rushed in and immediately grabbed the mouse to test the computers. Many tech enthusiasts brought their own software to run benchmarks; they nodded repeatedly as they tested the machines. The performance was just as FutureTech had promised, and with a homegrown operating system, the 10,000 yuan price seemed more than fair.