Regarding this matter, Lan Shu felt that she wasn't at fault regarding the matter with Xu Yunjie anyway. Since publishing it in the newspaper would serve as a warning to the women of this era, she might as well go for it.
At most, Xu Yunjie would be unhappy when he saw it in the newspaper.
His unhappiness had nothing to do with her.
Zhang Yunjing was very happy to receive Lan Shu's permission. This made her relationship with Lan Shu even closer. She even suggested that Lan Shu call her Sister Yunjing.
Lan Shu did not decline. She was very grateful that the other party was willing to recommend her to the head of the paper factory.
When Xiao Bai heard what had happened to Sister Lan, he finally learned that Sister Lan had taken a fancy to such a rotten person back then!
He sympathized with Sister Lan and was angry on behalf of her.
Fortunately, Sister Lan had thought things through and left that person firmly.
At this moment, Xiao Bai felt even more pity for Sister Lan.
In the office, Lan Shu and Zhang Yunjing had just finished speaking when they saw a middle-aged man in his 40s or 50s with inch-long hair walk in.
Director Zhu had just finished his meeting when he heard his secretary say that Director Zhang from the women's federation's publicity department had arrived and was waiting for him in the office.
Their paper mill had always been actively cooperating with the work of the women's federation, and this time was no exception.
When he walked into his office, other than Director Zhang, there were two other young people.
"Director Zhang, these two…"
"Long time no see, Factory Manager Zhu. Sister Lan Shu is a friend of mine. She specially came here today to see you, Factory Manager Zhu. I think it's good that she has some ideas, so I brought her here."
"Oh?" Factory Manager Zhu was slightly surprised.
To be specially recommended by Director Zhang of the women's federation, who never had relations with outsiders, what ability did this young lady called Lan Shu have?
Factory Manager Zhu was very curious.
Soon, there was finally a follow-up to what Lan Shu had said to Zhang Yunjing outside the paper mill.
"Hello, Factory Manager Zhu. My name is Lan Shu. I'm here mainly to suggest some ideas for upgrading and improving toilet paper."
Upon hearing the young lady's words, Factory Manager Zhu's first reaction was to think that this young lady was boastful! How arrogant!
What improvements could a young lady make to toilet paper?
If it wasn't because she was brought over by Director Zhang of the women's federation, he wouldn't have listened anymore.
But immediately after, Factory Manager Zhu heard the young lady speak…
"In China, women consume a lot of toilet paper. The period where they consume the most is the few days every month during their menstruation.
"Although toilet paper is convenient to use, the experience is not great. Moreover, there are some hygiene hazards in the manufacture and sale of toilet paper. It's not good for women's health."
Lan Shu's expression was serious when she said these words.
Zhang Yunjing, who was standing at the side, was surprised that the young lady dared to speak so boldly! In front of two men, she actually spoke casually about a woman's private period without blushing.
Xiao Bai was shocked by Sister Lan's words, and his face turned slightly red.
On the other hand, Factory Manager Zhu became serious. He no longer looked down on this young lady who was personally brought here by Director Zhang and listened to her speak seriously.
"A woman's menstrual cycle requires sanitary supplies, so the demand and consumption are endless.
"My idea is that in addition to toilet paper, we can also make a special sanitary care product—a sanitary pad. It'll be specially used by women during menstruation."
When Lan Shu said this, Factory Manager Zhu's expression instantly turned serious.
"Young lady, tell me about it in detail."
The factory manager had heard the words 'sanitary pad' from a friend overseas not long ago.
After the reforms, commercial winds had been blowing all over the country. Whether the future development of state-owned enterprises like paper mills could continue or if they needed to be transformed was a big question.
In order to make the mill more profitable, Factory Manager Zhu considered many transformation directions, including the transformation of toilet paper.
The country did not know much about sanitary pads, so it would take time to study if they wanted to develop in this direction.
But now, the problem that they initially needed to study for a period of time was brought up by a young lady. How could he not take it seriously?
Factory Manager Zhu wanted to hear the young lady's thoughts. Perhaps it would be of great help to their paper mill's future development!
"Sanitary pads can help women get through their menstrual period better. First, they have to be clean. It's best if they have independent packaging to protect them from bacteria.
"Then its structure can be divided into three parts. The bottom layer is waterproof, the middle is filled with material for water absorption, and the upper layer is permeable and water-locked.
"These are the most basic. Other than that, we also have to consider the practicality. We need to ensure that they can be fixed and won't shift around."
At this moment, Lan Shu's words had already exceeded Xiao Bai's understanding of female physiological details.
As for the other two people in the office, they were pleasantly surprised!
As a woman, when Zhang Yunjing heard the concept of sanitary pads, she immediately felt that it was simply a blessing for all the female compatriots in the country!
If this project succeeded, it would be beneficial to women's health!
Factory Manager Zhu realized that all the information he had on sanitary pads was far inferior to the young lady in front of him.
The young lady's understanding of sanitary pads was even more perfect!
"Miss Lan Shu, do you have any other thoughts about sanitary pads, or do you have any information or ideas… Forget it, Miss Lan Shu, I want to invite you to become an employee of our paper mill's product research and development department. Your monthly salary will be 65 yuan. If you have a breakthrough in the research, there'll be bonuses. I wonder if you're interested?"
Hearing Factory Head Zhu's words, Zhang Yunjing was rather surprised.
Considering the current benefits of the paper mill, Factory Manager Zhu still wanted to hire another employee. It seemed that Sister Lan Shu's idea was really very useful to Factory Manager Zhu!
A salary of 65 yuan was definitely high in the county. Even in the city, it was above average.
Sister Lan Shu would probably agree to such a good offer.
But to Zhang Yunjing's surprise, Lan Shu actually shook her head.
"I still have a few orchards and a chicken farm to take care of at home, so I can't work in the factory."
After learning about Lan Shu's family situation, Factory Manager Zhu immediately dismissed the idea of letting the young lady work for his factory.
This young lady was obviously from a good family and did not lack the salary given by his factory.
Immediately after, Factory Manager Zhu heard Lan Shu say…
"I have some ideas about sanitary pads, some designs, the subsequent packaging, sales, and so on. It's a complete plan. I wonder if Factory Manager Zhu is willing to cooperate with me?"
The young lady's words moved Factory Manager Zhu.
However, the matter of cooperation was very important. He had to consider it carefully.
What was more, once they cooperated, their paper mill, or at least the toilet paper field, would not be able to take the state-owned route.
Factory Manager Zhu had long had the idea of switching from a state-owned enterprise to a private one, but there had been no breakthrough in the transformation.
And now, the young lady seemed to have paved a path for him!