Lin Tian'ai had only recently left school and was clearly not fully aware of the dangers of the world.
In a setting like this, was it appropriate to casually interrupt others while they were speaking?
This was not an industry conference; it was a business meeting organized by the Ministry of Commerce. It outlined the highest directives and developmental directions from the top leadership. Their role was to listen attentively, not to interrupt others at will.
Many people shook their heads, expressing their speechless feelings about her emotional intelligence.
Did she really think this was her own company?
Cheng Kunpeng smiled and nodded, "Very good, this is the purpose of holding this meeting. Only with questions can there be solutions, and only with problems can they be resolved.
As for what you mentioned, it will indeed happen, and it is bound to happen. But I want to tell you that it is like your enterprise making a choice. Once a choice is made incorrectly, the consequence will be the collapse of the enterprise.
On the cusp of the era, even a pig can fly. But if one day the era changes, what will happen to these flying pigs when they fall? Will they be smashed to death, or something else?"
Upon hearing Cheng Kunpeng's words, everyone present fell silent.
Indeed, many among them were wealthy individuals who had prospered in the previous era. However, if the winds of the era shifted, it would undoubtedly cause a seismic shock to the business world.
"Mr. Cheng, may I ask, in your eyes, which enterprises are like families, and which enterprises are truly businesses? Since the era has changed, the rules of the industry must also change. Therefore, I want to know which of our enterprises can catch your eye, and which should disappear?"
This not only concerned the business world but also the employment opportunities provided by enterprises. If enterprises collapsed on a large scale, countless people would become unemployed, and the consequences of unemployment would be very severe.
The most direct impact would be on the local economy.
Cheng Kunpeng was also slightly angered by the question, but he still patiently replied, "This is not decided by us; it is decided by the era."
If it weren't for the fact that she was Ye Longlin's former wife, he would have already kicked her out.
Did she really think this was her own backyard?
"Mr. Cheng..."
Lin Tian'ai wanted to ask something more, but Cheng Kunpeng directly interrupted her and continued, "Next, please invite Mr. Ye to announce the first batch of strictly investigated industries. Any that are named will be audited by the Ministry of Commerce."
Ye Longlin slowly walked onto the stage, smiled slightly, picked up the list, and began to speak.
The first batch of strictly investigated enterprises numbered over twenty, with a majority belonging to the cosmetics industry, and these were all relatively large companies.
And among them was Jingfu Cosmetics Co., Ltd., under Jueling Group.
"On what grounds! Jueling Group has been steadily developing for so many years. You want to strictly investigate it just like that, based on what?"
Lin Tian'ai stood up directly and said angrily, pointing her spearhead directly at Ye Longlin.
A trace of coldness appeared in Ye Longlin's eyes, and his tone was indifferent, "If you don't understand human relationships and social etiquette, I advise you to read more books, rather than making powerless bellows here. So many people here haven't spoken yet, so what are you?"
As soon as these words were spoken, the big shots from various industries below were stunned, as they had not expected the two of them to become so confrontational in such a situation.
Lin Tian'ai looked at this scene in disbelief, her eyes wide, and she hadn't expected Ye Longlin to speak to her in such a tone.
"Ye Longlin, you..."
Ye Longlin glanced at her and said coldly, "If you continue to spout nonsense, I'll have you thrown out!"
Even a clay Buddha has three parts temper, let alone a living person.
Moreover, did she really think he had no temper?
Lin Tian'ai temporarily lost her temper and sat down without speaking.
After all, this meeting was about the future landscape of Xingcheng.
The meeting continued until ten o'clock at night before Cheng Kunpeng and his entourage left. After they departed, the place immediately became noisy and chaotic.
As time passed, their expressions grew grim. The various clauses and stipulations involved many aspects, making them feel the pressure.
It wasn't that they didn't feel pressure, but they dared not act out when Cheng Kunpeng was still present.
The Ministry of Commerce was undoubtedly their superior unit!
"President Zhang, please say a few words. You are the president of the Huangchao Chamber of Commerce, and you have the most say."
"Yes, President Zhang, what do you think of this matter? If it is as they say, then we small and micro-enterprises will have no room to survive at all. We will all have to tremble before the two great mountains of Wang Group and Mu Group."
Zhang Xiao, President of the Huangchao Chamber of Commerce.
It was only then that they seemed to remember the existence of Zhang Xiao.
Zhang Xiao glanced at Ye Longlin, shook his head slightly, "This is an order from above, how could I know? If I knew everything, I wouldn't have come to attend this meeting today. Besides, what we should be considering now is how to survive."
He was not afraid of this matter because he had someone supporting him, and that person was Ye Longlin!
Therefore, he was not afraid!
"President Zhang, what do you think of this matter?"
Lin Tian'ai asked. The Lin family was also a member of the Huangchao Chamber of Commerce.
There were three major chambers of commerce in Xingcheng. The Huangchao Chamber of Commerce was not the strongest, but it ranked second. Generally speaking, if a member within the chamber of commerce faced difficulties, others would help.
"I'll stand and watch."
He said with a smile.
Lin Tian'ai frowned. She understood Zhang Xiao's implication, which meant he didn't want to deal with her, let alone help her.
Jueling Group fell into a debt crisis and a cooperation crisis within a single day, making the entire group precarious.
Although it wasn't obvious yet, over time, this crisis would lead to the disintegration of the entire Jueling Group.
"President Zhang, saying such words with your status is somewhat inappropriate. You are in the manufacturing industry, and the impact you receive is arguably the greatest. If you say this, won't it chill our hearts?"
She was actually a smart person.
But Zhang Xiao didn't want to bother with her. He turned and walked towards Ye Longlin, respectfully calling out, "Mr. Ye."
Ye Longlin glanced at Zhang Xiao, then at Lin Tian'ai, and said slowly, "The business world of Xingcheng is undergoing a transformation, and the manufacturing industry is the most affected. You should know these things. Whether to expand or scale back is your decision."
Zhang Xiao nodded respectfully, "I understand, Mr. Ye."
Everyone present widened their eyes upon seeing how respectful Zhang Xiao was towards Ye Longlin.
Zhang Xiao was the richest man in Xingcheng!
It was truly unbelievable that even he was so respectful towards Ye Longlin.
Although the Qian family was the foremost family, in reality, Zhang Xiao was the richest man in Xingcheng.
The working capital of the manufacturing industry was always the largest.
"Do the things I've instructed you to do as soon as possible. I need results."