Fated Love With the Billionaire
Chapter 192: Sacrificing One’s Own People to the Heavens

Chapter 192: Chapter 192: Sacrificing One’s Own People to the Heavens

Xu Yunheng had been watching the commotion, waiting for Deng Yan to break down, but Deng Yan remained calm and continued adjusting the equipment, not providing the spectacle Xu anticipated, making him rub his hands anxiously under the table.

"Chairman Zhao, did you see that? This Secretary Deng sure can hold it in." Xu Yunheng joked about Deng Yan, to which the latter sneered and said, "A graduate from a second-rate university, how dare he confront the directors? Is he willing to give up his high-paying job? Even a beggar has to bow when seeking alms, let alone him, without that awareness, he wouldn’t have climbed to the secretary of the chairman."

Xu Yunheng wore an expression of admiration, "Chairman Zhao, you truly see things with clarity, cutting straight to the point. I’m impressed!"

Zhao Youfeng shook his head with an air of aged wisdom, "Once you reach my age, everything becomes clear."

Xu Yunheng sighed, his face filled with admiration for his elder, "Chairman Zhao, to speak plainly, if this were someone else, maybe they would understand with age, but I don’t have your broad vision and understanding. Even if I live to your age, there are things I wouldn’t grasp. I’m quite dull indeed."

Zhao Youfeng said, "You’ve known Mr. Cheng the longest, at crucial moments, couldn’t you help steer things a bit? If someone had intervened, there wouldn’t have been a crisis with the stock price plummeting, or the mess at the overseas hotel, managed so poorly that a kid could ruin its reputation. If not for tolerable management in recent years, the three of us wouldn’t plan to step in, but in the current situation, if we don’t step in, this company might face major issues."

Shao Zhenxuan sat down and let out a cold snort, "If we don’t come, we might be waiting to be notified to pack up and leave."

Guan Yueshan curled his lips mockingly, "The company’s decisions aren’t all up to him, I’m just sick, not dead."

As they spoke, Yin Yihui and Lian Wenlong walked in from outside, and Xu Yunheng quickly gestured to them, "Ahem, Chairman Yin and Chairman Lian have arrived."

They weren’t in the same camp, so certain things still needed to be discussed behind their backs.

Xu Yunheng proactively greeted the two, "Chairman Yin, Chairman Lian, you arrived just in time for the meeting."

Everyone could hear who Xu Yunheng was alluding to, and subconsciously checked their watches.

Deng Yan glanced at the time on the screen, mentally noting that Mr. Cheng had not arrived yet. These old guys were already restless, and now they would be even more relentless over minor issues.

Just as Deng Yan grew anxious, the door to the meeting room was pushed open from the outside, and Cheng Xiangheng entered, followed by Zheng Rongxi and Wan Mingkun. But the appearance of the last person left everyone startled in shock.

Cheng Qiaobei strode confidently to the conference table, pulled out a chair, and sat directly across from Cheng Xiangheng.

Xu Yunheng looked at Zheng Rongxi in confusion, his eyes clearly signaling, What exactly happened?

Upon receiving Xu Yunheng’s signal, Zheng Rongxi averted her eyes, obviously unwilling to continue communicating with him.

"..." Xu Yunheng internally thought this wasn’t good, suspecting that something had occurred between them.

Xu Yunheng quickly brought his phone under the table, opened Zheng Rongxi’s WeChat, and typed a message: What’s happening on your side?

Zheng Rongxi lowered her eyes, clearly seeing the message notification pop up on her screen. In the next second, she placed her phone screen down on the table and chose to ignore it.

"!" Xu Yunheng was certain something significant had occurred. He couldn’t gauge the situation and could only try to be more cautious. Today’s meeting would definitely not be simple.

Cheng Xiangheng looked around, wearing a dignified expression, "All the directors are very punctual."

Shao Zhenxuan remarked meaningfully, "As Mr. Cheng said, all company employees must strictly adhere to the rules and regulations. Who dare violate the rules? Of course, if you say a time, I’ll arrive precisely at that time."

Cheng Xiangheng’s eyes shifted to Shao Zhenxuan with a deep gaze, "Apparently, Chairman Shao has learned from past mistakes."

Having said that, he didn’t spare him any sympathy, also using it to intimidate other restless individuals.

Cheng Xiangheng once again coldly swept the room, exuding a noble and authoritative aura that instilled fear. He asked in a deep voice, "Does anyone have anything to say?"

"..."

"..."

The meeting room fell into complete silence.

Cheng Xiangheng’s jawline remained tight, nodding with satisfaction. His presence was like that of a ruler over the world, discouraging defiance.

He spoke coldly, "Today, I’ve gathered everyone to inform you about the handling results after the public relations issue at the overseas hotel, and the emergency plan for the stock price’s sharp decline."

Cheng Xiangheng glanced at Wan Mingkun, who instinctively stood up and said, "Dear directors, the public relations incident at the Milan Hotel was due to my incompetence. I failed to promptly detect issues because I wasn’t sensitive to guest complaints, leading to hotel guests posting videos which were exposed in overseas media, causing substantial negative impact and financial loss to the company’s reputation. The whole incident was triggered by me, and I take full responsibility. Half an hour ago, I went to Mr. Cheng’s office and submitted my resignation to the group; as for any other punishments from the group, I am willing to accept them."

Xu Yunheng furrowed his brows, his eyes widening in disbelief as he looked at the unfazed Zheng Rongxi. She wasn’t surprised at all, clearly knowing everything in advance. How dare she compromise with Cheng Xiangheng behind his back? That woman was ruining everything!

Except for Cheng Qiaobei, none of the attendees anticipated Cheng Xiangheng would decisively use one of his own as a scapegoat.

Just as Xu Yunheng was about to burst, Zhao Youfeng intervened, "I’d like to say something."

Cheng Xiangheng looked over, "Go ahead, Chairman Zhao."

Zhao Youfeng angrily addressed Wan Mingkun, "Manager Wan, you’ve been with the company through many regimes; you’ve been through countless adversities. Committing such a blunder is unfathomable, I am at a loss. If there’s any difficulty you’re facing, speak up, and the board here will ensure you receive justice."

Everyone present could understand the implication, suggesting that Cheng Xiangheng had instructed Wan Mingkun to take the fall for Cheng Qiaobei.

Wan Mingkun spoke with a serious expression, "Chairman Zhao, the entire issue was indeed my negligence, due to personal reasons. During the handover process with Manager Cheng, I was overconfident, believing that my experience alone was sufficient to rectify the overseas hotel issues. I didn’t fully execute the plan Cheng presented, nor did I fully read the document he produced after he surveyed and observed the hotels. Because I overlooked these points, the issues at Milan that could have been avoided actually occurred. I don’t need anyone to avenge me because I indeed fell short and don’t wish to evade responsibility. Chairman Zhao, thank you for your trust in me, but this time, I have let you down."

After speaking, Wan Mingkun returned to his seat, placing his hands on his knees and staring into the void ahead.

Cheng Xiangheng questioned Zhao Youfeng, "Chairman Zhao, are you satisfied?"

Zhao Youfeng was at a loss; the accused claimed no grievance or hidden reasons, leaving no basis for dissatisfaction.

Cheng Xiangheng raised his hand, "Now, on to the appointment of Manager Cheng."