Chapter 344 Currying Favor
As Zhang Heng's words fell, Chen Yang's brow suddenly furrowed.
Beside him, Liu Ran's face turned pale after hearing Zhang Heng's words. She hadn't expected this banquet to be targeted at her.
It was obvious that Zhang Heng had been invited by her uncle in advance. Her uncle's intention was clear: he wanted to use this production license to force her to merge her company into the Liu family.
At that time, she would still appear to be the chairman of the company, but all the operational staff would be Liu family relatives. It would be very difficult for her to reclaim the company then.
The entire company would be completely controlled and hollowed out by the Liu family, leaving her with nothing but a title.
If she refused now, she wouldn't get the production license for the slimming tea. Without a production license, she couldn't sell it online.
She had already signed a contract with the Tong family, stipulating that she had to guarantee the Tong family a profit of at least 500 million yuan per month. Without a production license and the ability to sell online, how could she guarantee the Tong family's interests?
Liu Ran suddenly stood up, her brow furrowed, and said to Liu Mingtian, "Uncle, why must we involve outsiders in the Liu family's affairs? We have all the procedures for the production license. Why are you using this matter to obstruct our company?"
Liu Mingtian sneered upon hearing this. He slammed the table and pointed at Liu Ran, saying, "Liu Ran, I've tolerated you for a long time. Look at how you speak to me now, do you still have the demeanor of a junior?"
"As your elder and your superior, you haven't shown me an ounce of respect since you entered this banquet. If I don't punish you, do you really think you can do anything you want?"
Tears welled up in Liu Ran's eyes as she heard this.
The other members of the Liu family burst into laughter.
Liu Xin said smugly, "Liu Ran, you need to understand that an arm can't twist a thigh. Also, don't mistake luck for ability. Do you think you're so great? In reality, you see, without our Liu family, you can't accomplish anything."
"Exactly, exactly. Liu Ran, how can you have no sense of family ties? How can you be so unfilial?"
"We are helping you right now. With so many of us joining your company, it's for the better development of your company. Why don't you appreciate it?"
"Liu Ran, just listen to Uncle's advice. Isn't it good for us to be harmonious as a family?"
"Look, now that you've offended Uncle, you can't accomplish anything. Let me tell you, the slimming tea is just the beginning. You won't be able to accomplish anything in the future."
"Yes, without Uncle, what can you do?"
The Liu family members piled on the criticism, attacking Liu Ran.
Liu Jianghu and Cao Meihua were incredibly timid. Although they were angry, they couldn't say anything at this moment.
Liu Ran's eyes were filled with aggrieved tears, and she didn't know what to do.
Just then, the sound of applause suddenly rang out. Liu Ran turned her head and saw it was Chen Yang.
Chen Yang clapped his hands and smiled at Liu Mingtian, saying, "Bravo, absolutely brilliant! You truly are the soul of the family!"
"Upon your return, you immediately bully the juniors of the family. Your thick skin is truly astounding. No wonder you've reached your current position. I'm impressed!"
As Chen Yang finished speaking, Liu Mingtian's expression changed drastically. He pointed at Chen Yang and angrily rebuked, "What kind of dog are you? A delivery guy, a nobody, daring to spout nonsense here? Get out."
Chen Yang sneered and looked at Liu Mingtian, saying, "Liu Mingtian, you're too self-important. Do you think you've truly returned in glory this time? Do you think you can really be transferred back and take charge of Qingzhou City? You're thinking too simply."
"To be honest, who do you think you are? As soon as you returned, you wanted to snatch Liu Ran's company and cover the sky with one hand. Heh heh."
Liu Mingtian pointed at Chen Yang, "Get out, get out now. We in the Liu family don't welcome people like you. Also, if you don't kneel and apologize, don't even think about getting your company's production license."
Zhang Heng, standing nearby, also pointed at Chen Yang indignantly and said, "You're an employee of Yangyangyang Company, aren't you? Look at you. Let me tell you, your company won't get the production license for the slimming tea."
"No matter who goes, it's impossible. Even if your materials are perfectly prepared, it's still impossible."
Chen Yang glanced at Zhang Heng. Just then, the main gate of the Liu family was pushed open again, and a large number of Qingzhou City administrators walked in.
Personnel from water management, land management, and various offices walked in with fake smiles, carrying gifts.
Everyone walked towards Liu Mingtian's table, "Oh, Lord Liu, congratulations, congratulations! We heard that after Lord Liu returns to Qingzhou City, you won't be leaving?"
"Lord Liu, at such a young age, you hold such a high position. It's truly commendable. This is a small gift I prepared for Lord Liu. Please accept it."
More than twenty people, with fawning smiles on their faces, offered their congratulations to Liu Mingtian.
Liu Mingtian's expression finally softened. He also smiled hypocritically, greeting everyone and saying, "Thank you for your kind intentions, colleagues. I will be transferred to Jiang Province in the future, and I will definitely stay in touch with all of you."
The others immediately nodded in agreement, becoming even more enthusiastic. They had all heard that Liu Mingtian was returning, and if he took a position in Jiang Province, even if it was a demotion, he would still be the highest-ranking official in Qingzhou City.
If he was transferred without a demotion, he would be a high-ranking official with significant influence in Jiang Province. Therefore, these people had come in advance to lay the groundwork and curry favor with Liu Mingtian.
Everyone was in a festive and insincere mood, and Liu Mingtian laughed heartily, feeling incredibly pleased.
At this moment, Yang Long, sitting next to Liu Mingtian, also seized the opportunity to stand up and, along with Liu Mingtian, began to socialize with the administrators of Qingzhou City.
After all, as the young master of the Yang family, Yang Long rarely had the chance to interact with these people. He naturally wouldn't miss such a good opportunity to make connections.
After mingling for a while, Yang Long returned triumphantly.
The people at the table immediately praised Yang Long.
Old Mrs. Liu clapped her hands with satisfaction, "Oh, I think son-in-law Yang Long is truly a reliable and promising talent. Look at him, not letting go of any opportunity, climbing up the ladder."
"With such ability, he is destined to be an extraordinary person in the future. It's truly fitting that my granddaughter married Yang Long. In the future, with a son-in-law like Yang Long, how can my Liu family not prosper!"
Saying this, Old Mrs. Liu turned her gaze to Chen Yang with a look of disgust. She snorted and said coldly to Chen Yang, "You useless person, what are you still standing here for? Get out."