Inheritance of Two Trillion

Chapter 410: Chapter 410 Welcoming Banquet Part 1

Zhongjing Media, the all-hands management meeting came to an end.

The 100-plus managers and directors in attendance hurried back to their respective departments with a mix of complex emotions.

The meeting had ended, but many issues were just beginning.

From today on, Zhongjing Media had officially turned over a new leaf!

Song Changkong was suspended, and Bai Xiaosheng was appointed as the new general manager!

This news, like an earthquake and tsunami, caused a huge stir among the employees, leaving many with their jaws dropped in shock!

For the entire half day that followed, from directors to staff, no one was in the mood to work, and everyone was frenziedly discussing the matter.

Bai Xiaosheng’s counter-playing was too bizarre; none of the managers and directors understood and simply attributed it to the group’s long-standing dissatisfaction with Song Changkong, thinking this was a deliberate move to take him down...

However, to the discerning, such an explanation was laughable. Taking down a general manager was not that simple for the group; it would involve a series of investigations, with official communications before and after. It wouldn’t be so rudimentary and aggressive, without even a hint or sign of warning.

”I think Mr. Bai has a powerful backer behind him!” someone proclaimed with conviction.

This speculation resonated with many others.

”But Mr. Bai had never relied on any backer before; he has always been self-reliant. I really didn’t expect that he was the one with significant power!”

”Exactly! This debacle has escalated to this level all thanks to Mr. Song for being so aggressive, insisting on driving people to a dead end. Now he must be regretting it!”

”Yeah! Mr. Bai even relinquished his power, but Mr. Song still wouldn’t let him be, wanting to push him to a dead end. Now, he has only himself to blame! That’s why they say, ’Always leave room for maneuver, so you can meet on good terms later on.’”

”Hey, you guys! Stop calling him Mr. Song; he’s no longer the general manager. The general manager is Mr. Bai now!”

”Got it, got it,” they replied, ”Song Changkong... ”

As the tree falls, the monkeys scatter; as the person leaves, the tea grows cold.

In just half a day,

In Zhongjing Media, the reference to Mr. Song had disappeared, replaced by the name Song Changkong.

...

While the company was in the midst of heated discussions, Bai Xiaosheng was leading Wang Xincheng and Chen Jiuzheng towards the Zhongjing Wanhe Building, preparing to host a welcome banquet for Wang Xincheng.

Along the way, the three men were courteous towards each other, even making conversation and laughing together, creating a harmonious atmosphere.

Chen Changqing followed behind, keeping a low profile.

Right now, both Chen Jiuzheng and Wang Xincheng held higher positions than him, and were his seniors in both rank and age. It was only proper for the junior to observe decorum when the elders and superiors were talking.

However, Bai Xiaosheng was chatting and laughing at ease with the two men.

Chen Changqing watched Bai Xiaosheng’s silhouette from behind, with a look in his eyes that was complex and conflicted.

The adversary he once looked down upon had now become someone he could no longer catch up with, gone far beyond his reach.

This feeling was terrifying, yet the reality was happening right before his eyes.

Chen Changqing felt powerless and speechless.

A little further behind Chen Changqing were two people: Lin Weiwei and a young man brought by Wang Xincheng.

This luncheon— they were there to accompany the others.

After all, it wouldn’t look good with too few people, and there would be no atmosphere.

...

The group had just entered the Zhongjing Wanhe Building when they were confronted by someone hurrying towards them—

Song Changkong’s assistant.

Assistant Song, busy preparing for the welcome banquet, only found out very late that Song Changkong was in trouble.

At the moment, he was utterly at a loss.

Truth be told, although Assistant Song was considered Song Changkong’s assistant, calling him a confidant would be a stretch. Most of the time, Assistant Song felt more like a gatekeeper...

Song Changkong was only truly trustworthy of himself.

Many matters, he would not involve his assistant in.

Accordingly, while Assistant Song was loyal, he was not blindly so; he was more devoted to his duties than to any person.

...

Now, as the tree falls, the monkeys scatter.

Feeling anxious and helpless, Assistant Song ran headlong into Bai Xiaosheng and his party.

After hesitating briefly, Assistant Song approached them.

Facing Bai Xiaosheng, he said respectfully, ”Mr. Bai, the banquet is ready. Shall I take you there?”

Assistant Song’s gaze conveyed a plea, not a beg.

His words, his demeanor, were like a knock at the door, carrying his hopes.

If Bai Xiaosheng rejected him because of Song Changkong, Assistant Song would accept his fate and leave to seek opportunities elsewhere.

Song Changkong was unable to save even himself now, what use would he have for an assistant?

Assistant Song also had a family to support and could not afford blind loyalty to a boss who did not trust him.

Bai Xiaosheng glanced at him, smiled, and said in the same gentle and polite tone he always used, ”Alright, lead the way for us.”

Wang Xincheng gave Assistant Song a look.

Bai Xiaosheng took the initiative to introduce him, ”This is the general manager’s assistant, mine.”

Wang Xincheng nodded.

Assistant Song was visibly moved, stealthily blinking his dry eyes, and with utmost respect, gestured for everyone to proceed, leading the way.

”Mr. Bai, you really are magnanimous. You dare to employ such a person?!” Wang Xincheng leaned close to Bai Xiaosheng and whispered.

He naturally knew that Assistant Song was Song Changkong’s subordinate.

In Wang Xincheng’s eyes, such a ”weather vane,” who sought a new master as soon as the old one fell, was hardly trustworthy!

”It’s not easy for him, he has a large family to support, and his mother is ill,” Bai Xiaosheng replied indifferently.

”How do you know that?” Wang Xincheng asked in surprise.

Bai Xiaosheng just smiled and didn’t respond, making a welcoming gesture with his hand.

He had become familiar with many people’s information through Red Lotus.

This Assistant Song, whose real name was Song Yiming, Bai Xiaosheng knew not only his information.

Just now, Bai Xiaosheng’s Third Auxiliary Microexpression Analysis System (Intermediate) had been activated.

With the upgrade, the system gained a new function, the ability to precisely calculate a number—loyalty.

The true attitude of a person towards another, however concealed, still exhibits signs.

For Song Yiming, Bai Xiaosheng calculated the loyalty displayed in his speech and behavior—

50%!

This number was enough for Bai Xiaosheng to accept him!

Song Yiming was a true professional in the workplace, possessing many qualities that Lin Weiwei was still lacking in comparison.

Bai Xiaosheng planned to have him mentor Weiwei well.

Bai Xiaosheng didn’t elaborate further.

In Wang Xincheng’s eyes, however, a hint of surprise surfaced.

This young man, who seemed inexperienced, had thoroughly investigated even a small assistant of his opponent and possessed the courage and capacity to be inclusive.

Song Changkong, oh Song Changkong, how much do you really know about choosing such an opponent?

It’s truly no injustice for you to be defeated by him!

Wang Xincheng sighed inwardly.

Chen Jiuzheng and others didn’t pay much attention to this interlude.

Soon, Song Yiming led the group to the dining venue, the Zhongjing Wanhe Hotel, a property owned by the Zhongjing Wanhe Building, with top-level private rooms that were not open to the public.

Song Yiming took them to a private room.

Upon entering, Bai Xiaosheng marveled inwardly.

He considered himself to have been to quite a few luxurious places, but compared to here, they were of a truly different caliber.

What is called opulence, what is called glittering with gold, the room was not large but everywhere was exquisitely ornate.

Song Yiming arranged everyone’s seating and, after asking Bai Xiaosheng for permission, ordered the waiter to serve food and drinks.

Then, he prepared to leave.

”Song Yiming, don’t go. Come join the leaders, take a seat there,” Bai Xiaosheng called out to him, casually pointing to a spot.

Song Yiming was a little flattered. He only hoped to continue working and had not expected to sit on equal footing with Lin Weiwei. Bai Xiaosheng inviting him to join was a significant gesture.

Lin Weiwei smiled at Song Yiming and made a welcoming gesture. Song Yiming returned the smile and sat down properly.

Chen Jiuzheng was chatting and laughing with Wang Xincheng, aiming to foster a closer relationship, yet his gaze frequently rested on Bai Xiaosheng.

”Who would have thought this kid would become the biggest winner, even receiving support from Old Wang? Perhaps behind the scenes, the two have struck some deal!”

Chen Jiuzheng’s eyes flickered as he thought, ”In that case, should I not talk to Bai Xiaosheng about a deal again, letting him know that in the Chen family it’s not only me, Chen Jiuzheng, but there are also influential people!”