Xiao Yufan had never really enjoyed staying within the company, living a simple routine every day, moving back and forth between Huizhang and Zhuangyuan—Huizhang to Zhuangyuan, and then Zhuangyuan back to Huizhang…
After the previous turmoil, Huizhang had once again fallen into a slump. As the so-called spiritual leader, Xiao Yufan naturally had to lead Huizhang out of this deadlock. Of course, this crisis had also allowed Huizhang to grow.
“This is the document from the PR department. I think there might be some issues with it, so I’d like you to take a look again before finalizing…”
Sitting in his swivel chair, Xiao Yufan pinched the bridge of his nose, which had started to ache. At that moment, Lin Pingle walked in directly and casually tossed a document from the PR department onto the desk.
“You’re still being so formal with me now? You know my abilities well enough. For something like this, just make the decision yourself. What’s the point of me hiring you guys if I have to be bothered with every little thing? Are you here just to flirt with girls or what?”
Without even glancing at the document, Xiao Yufan pushed it back toward Lin Pingle. He knew Lin’s management skills were more than adequate—whatever came out of his hands was usually solid. For Xiao Yufan to double-check would just be going through the motions pointlessly.
“Business is business, and personal is personal. Some procedures still need to be followed. If one day I make a mistake, wouldn’t all the responsibility fall on me?”
Lin Pingle gave a slightly sycophantic smile as he looked at Xiao Yufan and replied. Knowing that Xiao wasn’t in a good mood, he quickly pulled the document back—he definitely didn’t want to ask for trouble at a time like this.
“Even if it’s all your responsibility, you still have to bear it!” Xiao Yufan shot him a sharp glare and continued, “Seriously, when are you going to find another girl? This can’t go on forever…”
“I’ve lost interest in women…”
“Get out! For the sake of the male employees in the company, you have to find a woman. I’m afraid one day you’ll end up messing with them!”
Xiao Yufan raised an eyebrow, his expression filled with a rather lewd grin. It wasn’t that he was meddling in other people’s affairs—it was because he could sense that Lin hadn’t yet recovered from his previous emotional wounds, and that was definitely not a good thing.
“Some things can’t be rushed. Sometimes, if fate hasn’t brought you together, no matter how hard you try, it won’t work. It’s better to just go with the flow. Time will bring the right person to me…”
A faint, bitter smile flickered across Lin Pingle’s lips, his eyes suddenly looking very hollow. He wasn’t against having another relationship—he had given his heart before, only to end up with a failed romance. He wasn’t against love itself, but he had already lost all hope in it.
Xiao Yufan was momentarily at a loss for words, and the office atmosphere became somewhat awkward. Fortunately, both of them quickly regained their composure. Xiao Yufan didn’t press further—some things had to be resolved by the person themselves.
In Xiao Yufan’s mind, he had a clear vision for Huizhang’s future. Within three years, he wanted Huizhang to become a pillar of the entire country—not just a Beijing-based enterprise. In the south, many families and factions still controlled the nation’s economic lifelines. What Xiao Yufan aimed to do was to elevate Huizhang to the very pinnacle of all enterprises.
Everyone could see Huizhang’s growth. A continuous stream of talent was pouring into the company—not because the benefits or salaries were better than elsewhere, but because ambitious individuals recognized Huizhang’s potential.
With Qingluan managing the HR department, Xiao Yufan had saved himself a lot of trouble. After all, having a beautiful woman around meant fewer issues, and it also helped distract that young lady’s attention. Lately, he had been feeling a bit overwhelmed by her constant attention.
In contrast, Lingyun Enterprise was currently facing a difficult impasse. No one could figure out why its revenue had suddenly dropped, and internal conflicts were growing. Under these repeated blows, Lingyun’s performance began to decline sharply within just two days…
In the conference hall, Lan Tianyuan stared at the silent crowd below, his brows furrowed tightly. A legendary figure in Beijing, this was the first time he had ever exploded in such a setting.
“The PR and Finance departments both made serious mistakes, and our profits have dropped to the lowest point—worse than when Lingyun was just starting out. Can someone please tell me why this is happening?”
Lan Tianyuan’s face was unusually grim. To him, Lingyun Enterprise was like his own child—he never wanted it to suffer any harm. But now, he was extremely frustrated. Without any warning, a series of problems had emerged, leaving him deeply troubled.
As his words fell, the room grew even quieter. No one dared to speak up. After all, Lan was clearly furious. If someone said something that upset him, they might not have a job at Lingyun anymore.
If no one spoke, the worst-case scenario would be a collective scolding—something bearable. Lingyun’s years of stability had taught them a lesson: never stick your neck out. As long as it didn’t affect you personally, you shouldn’t get involved.
“No one wants to speak? Fine, fine, fine. Then if we can’t find the real cause, all of you can just pack your bags and leave. Lingyun doesn’t need to keep a bunch of useless people who do nothing!”
It was clear that Lan Tianyuan was truly furious. Normally, these people did nothing anyway, and now, not even in a crisis would they step forward. It seemed that Lingyun’s comfortable life had made them forget the hardships they had endured to reach this point.
“This temporary downturn is inevitable. There’s no need to get so angry. After all, don’t we still have Fengyun Enterprise and the Beijing Club behind us? They won’t just let Lingyun decline without doing anything…”
Finally, someone did speak up—a newcomer to Lingyun. Reaching this level indicated his capability, but he could immediately sense that many people, including Lan Tianyuan, shook their heads in response.
“Both the Beijing Club and Fengyun Enterprise have strong backing behind them, but Lingyun doesn’t. Under normal circumstances, they might maintain a good relationship with us, but once something goes wrong, they definitely won’t help. Do you really think Fengyun Enterprise wants Lingyun to share in its success?”
Lan Tianyuan’s lips twitched violently. He had considered seeking help from Qing Yuanfeng before, but he quickly dismissed that idea. Business was never that simple. People’s hearts were unpredictable. One could never know when a friend might turn into an enemy overnight. If Fengyun not only refused to help but also tried to sabotage Lingyun, wouldn’t Lingyun be placed in an even worse position?
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