The Empire State Building looked grand from afar. This entire building was the office space for the Tianyi Conglomerate. Xie Xinying entered with the contract and, upon mentioning it to the receptionist, the conglomerate was extremely respectful: "Ah, it's about the contract for the Clear Water Bay industrial development? Our President and over a dozen directors have been waiting for you on the top floor!"
The conglomerate dispatched four security guards to escort Xie Xinying into the executive elevator.
Xie Xinying trembled with excitement.
Although she came from the prestigious Xie family, this was her first time experiencing such a grand reception.
Indeed, my Xie family is a renowned large family in Southern County; the Tianyi Conglomerate is showing us great respect.
Upon reaching the top floor, President Liu Zhenhan and seventeen directors stood at the elevator entrance, welcoming her with enthusiastic applause.
Xie Xinying felt a bit giddy, nodding with a smile and putting on an air of importance.
They respectfully escorted her to the round conference room. As both parties took their seats, a beautiful secretary served fragrant tea, and gilded pens were laid out. The group's propaganda department had even brought cameras to record this exciting moment. Su Dan Novel Network.
"Without further ado, Ms. Su, regarding this Clear Water Bay development contract, do you have anything else to add?"
Xie Xinying was so carried away that she didn't even properly hear them calling her Ms. Su.
She directly opened the contract: "There's nothing much to add. Our Xie family has strong capabilities and can definitely ensure this cooperation proceeds perfectly. I'll sign it now!"
With that, she eagerly picked up the golden pen and signed her name with a flourish.
Looking up, she saw a group of people opposite her staring blankly.
"Huh? What's wrong, everyone? I already said there are no issues with the contract!"
Liu Zhenhan, the Executive President of the Tianyi Conglomerate, stood up, his eyes darkening: "Wait a moment, what did you just say? The Xie family? Which Xie family?"
The group's Financial Director also stood up, snatched the contract, and became furious just by looking at the signature: "Xie Xinying? Who the hell is Xie Xinying?"
Xie Xinying was terrified and stood up, trembling: "I, I'm here to sign on behalf of the Xie family!"
The Financial Director roared in anger, slammed the contract down, and placed his hands on the table: "This cooperation is with the Su Group, with Ms. Su Bingyan. Where did you come from? Are you here to cause trouble?"
President Liu rubbed his forehead and gritted his teeth: "Ask the receptionist, what's going on? A misunderstanding? This is truly embarrassing!"
Due to the urgency of Chen Tian Ce's instructions, they had prepared in haste and hadn't visited Su Bingyan in advance, so they genuinely didn't recognize her.
Now, the executives of the Tianyi Conglomerate knew the gravity of the situation and surrounded Xie Xinying menacingly.
Xie Xinying was on the verge of tears: "This contract was transferred to our Xie family by Su Bingyan. She couldn't handle such a large project, but our Xie family has the capability. Why are you all so angry?"
This was simply ridiculous!
Executive President Liu Zhenhan's eyes widened: "Nonsense, what is the Xie family worth? To make us wait here for half an hour? The cooperating party must be and can only be Ms. Su Bingyan! You'd better tell the truth, where did you steal this contract from?"
"Are you going to talk or not? Stealing contracts is a crime!" Several directors roared in unison. Security guards stepped forward and immediately grabbed Xie Xinying.
Xie Xinying cried, sobbing uncontrollably.
"Call the police! Let the police handle it!"
The executives of the Tianyi Conglomerate were furious. The matter hadn't been handled well, and their time had been wasted.
What kind of family is the Xie family?
The police arrived, collected evidence at the scene, directly took the contract as exhibit, and dragged Xie Xinying away.
Liu Zhenhan, the Executive President of Tianyi, checked his watch: "Redraft a contract. We'll go to the Su Group together and visit in person! Regardless of whether this was a misunderstanding or not, time has been wasted!"
"Also, blacklist the Xie family. All enterprises under the Tianyi Conglomerate are forbidden from any cooperation with the Xie family!"
The order was immediately printed into a document and sent to all executive groups under the conglomerate.
At this moment, Qin Yexuan and Su Bingyan had left Jin Hai Building and arrived at the Su Group.
This company was collectively registered by Su Bingyan in the names of her sisters, using the surname of their eldest sister, Su Qing, as the name, a tribute to their sisters' gratitude and remembrance of their elder sister.
Seeing the company name on the signboard, Qin Yexuan felt a pang of sadness.
"Bingyan, I'll go and get medicine for Aunt Liu and pick you up tonight. Don't worry, I'm sure the Tianyi Conglomerate will send someone to see you!"
After Qin Yexuan drove away, Su Bingyan sighed and went to her shabby office.
The Su Group had rented a few small rooms in this commercial building, barely divided into three small departments.
The young people who had started the business with Su Bingyan excitedly gathered around: "General Manager Su, how did the talks with Tianyi go?"
Su Bingyan's eyes dimmed, and she bowed deeply to her companions: "I'm sorry everyone, I think I've messed up the contract. I'm truly sorry for all your efforts."
As she spoke, her eyes welled up, filled with immense guilt.
Her companions, however, quickly helped her up.
"General Manager Su!"
"Sister Su!"
"Don't be like this. It's just a contract. We'll keep working hard, there's still a chance!"
"Worst case scenario, we can do some outsourcing renovation work. Our capabilities are recognized in the industry."
Looking at their sincere eyes, Su Bingyan felt even more distressed.
Just then, a commotion arose from outside.
Looking out the window, eighteen top luxury cars had arrived together and lined up in front of the commercial building!
Eighteen executives from the Tianyi Conglomerate alighted, carrying the redrafted contract, and walked up in a line. President Liu Zhenhan was at the front, gently knocking on the door: "Excuse me, is General Manager Su here? We are from the Tianyi Conglomerate, and I am the Executive President, Liu."
The company staff rushed to open the door, completely stunned by the display.
Su Bingyan was also extremely nervous and hurried over, bowing: "I apologize. Regarding the contract, I can explain to all of you seniors..."
"Ah, General Manager Su, please don't! We dare not accept such politeness. We cannot bear it," President Liu was shocked and repeatedly clasped his hands: "General Manager Su, I beg you, please sign the contract quickly. Whatever your requirements, just mention them, and we will satisfy them 100%!"
Liu Zhenhan was practically begging.
Su Bingyan was horrified, paused, and then recovered her senses. She had her subordinates prepare a clean reception room, serve tea, and invited the executives from the Tianyi Conglomerate to sit down.
The new contract was laid out again. Su Bingyan picked it up with trembling hands, flipped through a few pages, and couldn't believe her eyes: "Your Tianyi Conglomerate is not only transferring Clear Water Bay but also providing all the funding and personnel. Our side only needs to be responsible for project design and development, and all profits belong to us. This, this..."
This was practically giving away money. The Su Group wouldn't even have to bear any risk.
Su Bingyan frowned deeply, put down the contract, and asked: "May I ask, which benefactor is showing me such favor? And does that benefactor have any other requests?"
Being intelligent and well-versed in business rules, she immediately realized that someone behind the scenes was intentionally giving her benefits, and enormous benefits at that!
The people from the Tianyi Conglomerate scratched their heads and remained silent. They didn't know much either; this was all Chen Tian Ce's order.
"If that benefactor has any other intentions towards me, please convey to him that I, Su Bingyan, do not sell myself!"
She gently pushed the contract back, her expression displeased. Her previous words had slipped out.
"Ah! General Manager Su, absolutely not! We are also acting on orders," President Liu of Tianyi was flustered.
Su Bingyan smiled faintly: "Unless I can meet that benefactor and ask clearly in person, I dare not sign such a lucrative contract casually."