It’s a classic case of Cao Cao arriving just as he's being discussed. Here we were, talking about the San Jing conglomerate, and there they were, showing up in person.
Wang Yu and the other two exchanged glances. And they were arriving with such aggressive momentum? And specifically asking to see Wang Yu?
What could they possibly want? Also, these guys were surprisingly well-informed.
“Forget it, guests are guests, even if they’re unwelcome ones.” Secretary Yang nodded, then looked at Wang Yu, clearly seeking his opinion.
“It’s fine, Secretary Yang,” Wang Yu smiled faintly. “Since they’ve come, let’s meet them. We can’t avoid it anyway, and eventually, we’ll have to face each other.”
“Very well, then let them come.”
Secretary Yang nodded and gave instructions to his subordinates.
Lin Chunfeng, on the side, was a little worried and cautioned Wang Yu carefully,
“Wang Yu, you need to be careful of these people. They’ve been causing a lot of trouble recently, using incredibly dirty and disgusting business tactics. Yet, they haven’t broken any laws, so we can’t do anything about them.
Moreover, I heard that the former General Manager Xu of the Metallurgical General Plant, who opposed cooperating with the San Jing conglomerate, had a heart attack and retired from active duty not too long ago. Now, the Metallurgical General Plant is being handled entirely by the former Deputy General Manager Xu, Xu Guangping.
You know, his heart attack was very sudden and strange, but no one has any proof…”
Hearing Lin Chunfeng’s implied words, Wang Yu nodded.
Understood. It’s just some underhanded tactics, right? If there’s no evidence, then it’s highly likely it was done by someone they knew, perhaps even a family member.
No, it must have been Xu Guangping’s doing. Even an idiot could figure that out!
As the government staff went down, a group soon arrived at the conference room.
“Wahahaha!”
With a very strange burst of laughter, a group of people entered the conference room.
The few leading the way were old acquaintances: Xu Guangping, the arrogant and overbearing young heir with a smug look; Fang Zhongtian, the cunning middle-aged man with a mole on his face and a horse-like countenance; Lu Fangquan of the Hardware Plant, who was once spirited but now looked haggard; and several others who had groveled to Wang Yu at the entrance of the car factory. They were all senior executives of the Metallurgical General Plant.
Or rather, they were the *current* senior executives. The old guard had retired along with General Manager Xu, and now the positions were filled by sycophants and flatterers.
At least when they groveled before Wang Yu, they had shown no integrity or bottom line.
And surrounding the person in the center like a constellation was a man who was thin and withered, with a sallow complexion, but sported a large beer belly and bowlegs.
That very strange laughter came from this middle-aged man. His voice was high-pitched and thin, with a somewhat slippery quality, making one feel very uncomfortable!
“Welcome, General Manager Xu of the Metallurgical General Plant, General Manager Lu of the Hardware Plant, and Mr. Park of the San Jing conglomerate.”
Secretary Yang greeted them. However, although he said "welcome," his expression was merely cool and he nodded slightly. He remained seated and did not even make a move to stand up.
This was completely unlike the usually gentle and courteous Secretary Yang!
Lin Chunfeng, on the other hand, said nothing at all, simply pouting and not bothering to greet them.
These guys, relying on their capital, stir up trouble. It would be best if I could find evidence, otherwise, I will definitely bring them to justice!
Despite the cold reception from the two important government figures, the group from the Metallurgical General Plant showed no signs of embarrassment and maintained their cheerful demeanor.
The bowlegged middle-aged man, who was leading them, did not conceal his gaze as he continuously scrutinized Wang Yu.
Uh… this guy’s appearance is truly… uniquely peculiar, Wang Yu mused. He was so thin and withered, yet he had a large beer belly, bald head, and bowlegs. His posture was like a gorilla in the zoo.
Yes, a gorilla, not a silverback or a chimpanzee.
“You must be Wang Yu? Allow me to introduce myself, I am Park Soo-saeng, President of the Eastern District of San Jing conglomerate.”
The bowlegged man introduced himself to Wang Yu. Although his Mandarin accent was peculiar, it was at least understandable.
By the way, weren't their language considered one of the hardest to learn? How is it that a foreigner can speak Mandarin now?
Wang Yu was a bit speechless but still managed to maintain his politeness.
“It’s a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Park.”
“I’ve long heard that your car factory is very profitable and has strong potential. How about it, would you like to come and join our Eastern Confederacy?”
Park Soo-saeng spoke directly to Wang Yu, cutting straight to the chase without any beating around the bush.
“Join you?” Wang Yu said with a laugh. Is he trying to recruit subordinates right off the bat? Does he think he’s Long Aotian?
“What do I stand to gain?”
“Our Eastern Confederacy is prosperous throughout the world, and San Jing conglomerate is a top-tier global conglomerate, with industries spanning various sectors.”
Park Soo-saeng said with great pride, “Our immense power is beyond anything you can imagine, confined as you are to a small county town!”
Park Soo-saeng’s words were filled with immense boasting and pride. As soon as he finished speaking, Fang Zhongtian, standing beside him, immediately jumped out, pointing directly at Wang Yu’s nose.
“Wang Yu, it is your honor that Mr. Park notices you, why aren’t you thanking him quickly? If you join the San Jing conglomerate, you will then be managed by our Metallurgical General Plant. Just kowtow to me, apologize, and return the heads you owe, and we will magnanimously forgive and forget everything.”
Fang Zhongtian’s words were incredibly condescending, as if he were doing Wang Yu a huge favor.
Seeing this guy’s arrogant and overbearing expression, Wang Yu was even more utterly speechless.
What on earth gives you the confidence? Do you think I’m desperate to join you?
“How about it? I can tell you, if you join our San Jing conglomerate, you’ll be guaranteed vast amounts of capital. I can authorize it – a direct allocation of 1 billion yuan for you! That’s 1 billion!
Moreover, we also have a car manufacturing industry under our wing. You can directly be placed under our management, and then…”
Park Soo-saeng began to speak incessantly, painting a picture of a very beautiful future.
However, how to put it? Paired with this guy’s appearance and expression, it looks like he’s just blowing smoke.
Don’t think I don’t know what kind of people you people from the Eastern Confederacy are!
Wang Yu curled his lips and, without further ado, said directly, “I’m very sorry, Mr. Park. I really don’t think a mere 1 billion yuan is worth my notice.”