"Chairman, would you like me to make some arrangements for you?"
The hidden meaning in Yu Manlou's words was something the man understood perfectly.
In private, he might refer to him as Brother Yunhai, but one must understand their position and boundaries. In formal settings, calling him Chairman was proper, demonstrating a clear distinction between personal and professional.
"No, thank you," Zhao Yunhai directly rejected Yu Manlou's offer.
Just as Yu Manlou thought Brother Yunhai had had his fill in Yan Jing, Brother Yunhai's next words brought a knowing smile to his face.
"I haven't had a chance to visit the beach since arriving in Hai City."
Yu Manlou understood Zhao Yunhai's implication. Visiting the beach and playing around implied inviting a group of bikini-clad ladies onto a yacht to dance slowly.
However, such an arrangement couldn't be casual. Given Brother Yunhai's status, he would naturally not want overused internet celebrities.
"It is indeed my negligence. I will ensure everything is perfectly arranged for the Chairman tonight," Yu Manlou replied with a smile.
After the welcome lunch, Zhao Yunhai arrived at Tiangong's temporary office. Despite being a temporary location, the decor and furnishings showed no signs of being makeshift.
"Chairman, hello."
"Chairman, hello."
"Chairman, hello."
From the front desk onwards, every employee greeted Zhao Yunhai proactively. Zhao Yunhai responded with a smile, exuding an approachable aura.
After the Chairman disappeared from sight, the two receptionists began to whisper amongst themselves.
"I didn't expect our Chairman to be so young and handsome. Ah, but his academic qualifications are questionable. I wonder when the Chairman will personally verify everyone's credentials."
"You silly girl, are you harboring fantasies? Do you think the Chairman would be interested in you?"
"Hmph, he wouldn't be interested in you either."
If the men who considered these two women goddesses heard their vulgar exchange, their hearts would shatter.
In the conference room, Zhao Yunhai sat at the head of the table, flanked by Tiangong's current senior management.
Zhao Yunhai would not bother with individual introductions.
The profiles of these executives were all in his hands. The rustling sound of him flipping through the documents drew the attention of all the senior managers except Yu Manlou.
Whether they could maintain their current positions depended not on their ability, but on a single word from the Chairman.
If the Chairman was displeased, you could be fired for the most trivial infraction, even using toilet paper improperly.
If the Chairman was pleased, you could use a mop to clean yourself, and no one would dare to comment.
After reviewing the documents, Zhao Yunhai finally looked up at everyone. Seeing their nervousness, he spoke slowly.
"I have a general understanding of your profiles. Everyone present has experience as a senior executive in large corporations."
"When working for me, I value only two things: obedience and capability."
Upon hearing this, the senior executives quickly stood up to assure him that they would act according to the Chairman's wishes.
"There's no need to be so nervous. We are all on the same side now," Zhao Yunhai said with a smile, gesturing for them to sit down.
The executives exchanged glances, relaxed, and sat down.
"However, I despise betrayal the most. If you encounter any difficulties, report them directly to Yu Manlou. If he cannot resolve them, he should bring them to me."
"Perhaps you don't know much about me. The Mo Yu Group was personally established by my father, Zhao Hongwen."
The executives were greatly surprised upon learning his background. While they knew the Chairman must come from a wealthy family, they never imagined he was the only son of the richest man in Jiuzhou.
This lineage was already more than enough for ordinary people like them.
Knowing their Chairman's identity would undoubtedly give them more confidence in their future endeavors.
Zhao Yunhai did not hide his identity because he saw no need. Revealing it also served to reassure everyone.
Besides, there was nothing to hide; this was his inherent identity. He wasn't a protagonist, feigning weakness to deceive others.
Zhao Yunhai did not like the act of "playing the pig to eat the tiger."
Sometimes, Zhao Yunhai pondered if it was due to his personality that he transmigrated not as the protagonist, but as a villain.
After a brief exchange, Zhao Yunhai's phone rang. Seeing the caller ID, he dismissed everyone from the conference room.
Yu Manlou was asked to stay behind.
After the others left, Elder Qiu and Elder Liu entered to protect Young Master Yun, leaving Lu Boyun and Du Lu outside as guards.
"Is the matter handled?"
Zhao Yunhai asked casually, lounging with his legs crossed on the conference table.
"It's done. You can send someone to pick it up."
Yang Fan's voice came from the other end of the phone.
"I imagine you can find the address of Tiangong Company. I'll come over directly. I'll wait for you here," Zhao Yunhai said before hanging up.
On the other end, Yang Fan looked at Zhang Yunyi, the Chairman of Yunmi, whom he had knocked unconscious in the restroom while he was using it. He held the black card and apologized softly.
"Although we have no prior enmity, I have reasons I must do this. I can only apologize to you."
Yang Fan hadn't expected things to go so smoothly. He had intended to force the other party to reveal the black card's whereabouts, but unexpectedly, it was hanging around the man's neck.
The ease of it made Yang Fan doubt if the black card was genuine.
Regardless, he had obtained the black card from the man, and whether it was real or not, he had fulfilled the other party's request.
"Tiangong Company, huh."
Yang Fan kindly helped Zhang Yunyi to sit on the toilet seat, locked the restroom from the inside, and then jumped out.
No matter how wealthy Zhang Yunyi was, he was no match for the physically powerful Yang Fan.
One could only say there was a gap between protagonists.
...
"Hello, may I help you?"
A female receptionist politely asked a man who was looking around with curiosity. Her etiquette was impeccable.
Regardless of who the visitor was, the company's hospitality must be maintained, as instructed by President Yu.
The receptionist's job was easy, with good pay and benefits. Where else could she find such a good job? Thus, she cherished it dearly.
"I'm looking for Zhao Yunhai. He sent me."
Yang Fan hadn't expected this company to hire such beautiful receptionists. Damn capitalists.
Having received prior notice, the receptionist led Yang Fan to the conference room.
"Chairman, I've brought him," the receptionist said, opportunity arising to see the Chairman again. Her legs were straight, and her curves accentuated her most attractive side.
"Thank you for your trouble. You may go now," Zhao Yunhai, having seen all sorts of women and being propositioned by many, was unfazed.
"Yes," the receptionist replied, disappointed, and left with a sway of her hips.
"Here is the black card you requested. I have completed your second request."
Yang Fan noticed two elderly men behind Zhao Yunhai. For a moment, he couldn't discern their strength.
Zhao Yunhai had further reinforced his personal security.
With ulterior motives, Yang Fan temporarily abandoned his plans. A gentleman's revenge takes ten years.