Chapter 531: Chapter 530: Sudden Changes, Deep Conspiracies (One More Update)
Commercial Management.
Song Zhizhi returned to her post.
Many people looked at her with somewhat peculiar glimmers.
Song Zhizhi pretended not to notice.
The moment she opened the door to her office, she faltered.
Qin Jingxiang was sitting in her office chair.
At that moment, Qin Jingxiang turned to Song Zhizhi with a smile, “Miss Song, you’re here?”
“I didn’t expect you too, Miss Qin.”
“So many things have happened in Commercial Management during this period. My father asked me to help him support the whole organization, so I had no choice but to come to work. I thought you would take some time off due to your father’s death, Miss Song. I didn’t expect you to be so devoted to your work. When I arrived, the HR department hadn’t arranged my office yet, so they asked me to temporarily use your office. I believe Miss Song wouldn’t mind.”
“Not at all.” Song Zhizhi smiled, “Resources should be used efficiently. But now that I’m back, I wonder if Miss Qin... maybe ought to move?”
“Of course. I’ll call HR and ask them to clear the office for Miss Song.”
Talking the talk, Qin Jingxiang then made a phone call.
As soon as they received the notification on the phone, they hurried over.
One of the two HR staff members, a supervisor, addressed Qin Jingxiang very politely, “Miss Qin, are you moving your office?”
“Yes, as you can see, I’m sitting in Song Zhizhi’s office. Now that she’s back, I obviously need to move. Otherwise, people may think I stole her office, which would be hard for me to explain.”
“We have planned a new office, located on the far right of this floor. Personally, I think, since Miss Qin’s belongings are all here, it’s too much trouble to move them, so it would be better for Manager Song to move to the new office directly.” the director suggested respectfully.
Song Zhizhi chuckled.
The only vacant office on this floor was a previously used storeroom. The space was far from spacious and most importantly, it had no windows and was completely without ventilation.
“No need for that, I’ll move.” As Song Zhizhi didn’t say a word, Qin Jingxiang quickly acted the good guy, “I couldn’t possibly put Miss Song through such trouble.”
“I believe Manager Song would never be so petty. Manager Song has always been generous.” The director immediately played along with Qin Jingxiang.
Song Zhizhi said, “I don’t mind, after all, where one works doesn’t affect the nature of the job.”
“I knew Manager Song wouldn’t mind.” The director immediately chimed in.
Qin Jingxiang looked quite triumphant.
Song Zhizhi then added, “I just fear that if Miss Qin takes up my office, it’s not an ideal look to the public. Not only for you, but also for your father. Just think about it – My father has just passed away, and Chief Qin is looking to drive me out swiftly. How does that look to the outsiders? Doesn’t it seem as an attempt to dominate? Chief Qin openly pledged support for my father in front of all the media, yet turned his face so quickly...”
Song Zhizhi paused deliberately.
Qin Jingxiang looked furious.
“Miss Qin, you are incredibly intelligent and extraordinarily talented. Commercial Management is fortunate to have someone like you. But Miss Qin, work is not just about ability but also about how one gets along with people. I hope you can adapt to Commercial Management’s work culture. You should avoid unnecessary trouble.”
After Song Zhizhi finished,
She turned to the HR staff, “If you think it’s best for me to move now, then help me clear the place.”
The director dared not act rashly.
He turned to look at Qin Jingxiang.
After hesitating for half a second, Qin Jingxiang said, “Given how bluntly Miss Song has put it, if I continue to occupy your space, I would really be too presumptuous. Start helping me pack up my things, I’m moving.”
“Miss Qin...”
“Don’t you understand?” Qin Jingxiang’s voice dropped.
The HR staff quickly began to pack Qin Jingxiang’s belongings.
Soon,
The two had packed up Qin Jingxiang’s belongings and held them.
Qin Jingxiang led the two away.
“Has the struggle within the official family begun?”
“Should’ve, as expected. Dad, the official family don’t have time to care about us right now, they’re busy with their own inheritance disputes. We shouldn’t bother them at this moment, especially not take sides, as nobody knows who’s going to come out on top. Once the situation stabilizes, we’ll extend an olive branch.”
“The official family will definitely try to reclaim the administration rights to Commercial Management.”
“Dad, I’ve warned you many times, the administrative rights of Commercial Management are not destined to fall into our hands. Commercial Management can no longer be an independent administrative agency like before. The official family won’t let the national treasury fall into others’ hands, It’s against the course of history. Whoever has held absolute control over finances for such a long time, Yanshang Country has reached its limit already! Dad, don’t be too optimistic, if we can secure some power after the turmoil and keep our family safe, not end up like the other chiefs who either die or end up in jail, we should already feel extraordinary. Dad, don’t be greedy, chasing power we can’t get. The fate of the three previous chiefs serve as a warning!”
Qin Wenguo nodded.
He trusts his daughter.
The downfall of three successive chiefs indeed made him somewhat apprehensive. If it weren’t for his daughter’s constant reminders, he might have followed in their footsteps.
He said, “Alright, Dad will listen to your arrangement.”
“Hmm.” Qin Jingxiang nodded.
A cruel smile appeared at the corner of her mouth.
They may not want Commercial Management, but she would never let Song Zhizhi survive!
Not just because of power, most importantly, Ji Baijian.
For Ji Baijian, she would go all out to kill Song Zhizhi!
...
Song Zhizhi returned to her office.
She was very clear, how could Qin Wenguo possibly retain her?
She was merely stating her stance first, to make them think she’s currently seeking self-preservation, and her seeking self-preservation suggested she no longer held any power and couldn’t pose a threat to them. At least for now, they won’t make a move against her. Even if they were just putting on a show, they would temporarily comply with her. This way, she could maintain her position in Commercial Management and accomplish many things.
Now, in this critical period, a single misstep could lead to a cascade of errors.
She had to tread carefully, as if walking on thin ice.
...
Yanshang Country.
Although it seemed prosperous and peaceful, a storm was brewing beneath this seeming tranquility.
Ji Baijian was standing in Sky Garden.
He was smoking, and taking one cigarette after another frantically.
He extinguished the last cigarette butt.
Picked up the phone that had been ringing repeatedly and answered, “Jun Mingyu.”
“My father wants to see you.”
“Alright.” Ji Baijian agreed readily.
“I’ll send someone to pick you up. I hope you won’t bring any weapons. I can guarantee your absolute safety.”
“Don’t worry, since I’ve chosen to meet your father, I know what I should do. I won’t put you in a difficult position.”
“Thank you.”
After hanging up, Ji Baijian’s eyes narrowed slightly.
Everything was about to set off.
In the meantime.
Jun Minghan said to Leng Wanqing with utmost respect, “I heard that father wants to see Ji Baijian alone.”
Leng Wanqing sneered.
“Then you arrange for me to meet Song Zhizhi.”
“Mom, do you want to see her yourself?”
“Isn’t Song Zhizhi the one who can restrain Ji Baijian? After all that we’ve done, wasn’t it to provoke a feud between Song Zhizhi and Ji Baijian?!” Leng Wanqing’s smile was especially ruthless, “I want Jun Yu to understand that he should not dream of rebelling. He should be grateful for the position I have provided him, not colluding with his illegitimate son to fight against me! I’ll make it clear where our difference lies! He’s so optimistic about the talent, without losing a bit, I’ll make sure he dies an ugly death.”