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Chapter 33 After the Meeting

After the board meeting adjourned, the large boardroom gradually became empty.

The air still held the tension and heaviness of the intense confrontation. The tables and chairs were neatly arranged, and the scattered documents on the tabletops still bore the marks of the argument and tug-of-war.

Gao Jin followed closely beside Zhao Xiankun, his expression excited. Xu Feng followed behind.

"Chairman, the board meeting today has settled the overall situation, finally suppressing the corrupt practices of Tianzihao. The merger is now of utmost urgency; the sooner it is implemented, the sooner the group will be stable."

Zhao Xiankun patted him on the shoulder and said:

"Thanks to your strong support, Lao Gao, the board meeting was able to pass the resolution so smoothly!"

"You're right, we shouldn't delay, lest things get complicated. Come on, call Lao Xu, let's go to my office."

Zhao Xiankun's office.

"Zhiping, the board resolution has just been finalized, and the merger of Tianzihao is officially on the agenda." Zhao Xiankun's eyes were sharp as he got straight to the point. "The merger task force will be fully responsible for the specific implementation, daily coordination, accounting, personnel coordination, and process advancement. You will be the executive head of the task force, and you will handle all matters, big and small, first."

Xu Zhiping felt a chill run down his spine and quickly bowed, replying, "Chairman, rest assured, I will live up to your trust and do my utmost to steadily advance all aspects of the merger."

Zhao Xiankun nodded in satisfaction and continued to instruct, "Xu Feng is still immature, so you should mentor him more."

Upon hearing this, Xu Feng's eyes lit up. He quickly straightened his back and solemnly replied, "Please rest assured, Chairman, I will definitely perform my duties diligently, cooperate with General Manager Xu, and complete all the investigation work meticulously. I will never let you down."

Having been resented, accused, and publicly slandered by the members of the "Heavenly Rank" for days, Xu Feng had long harbored a deep sense of resentment and grievance.

After a moment's thought, Zhao Xiankun said decisively, "Draw elite personnel from the Finance Department, Engineering Department, Human Resources Department, and Risk Control Department of the Group's headquarters. Select key personnel with strong execution capabilities, upright stance, and efficient work style to strengthen the working group. The personnel list should be finalized today, and all personnel should be in place by tomorrow to start work immediately."

"My requirements are only two: First, speed, to complete asset liquidation, restructuring, personnel allocation, and system unification as quickly as possible to shorten the period of turmoil; second, stability, to balance speed with stability, to prevent large-scale conflicts, vicious confrontations, and major security and financial crises, and to ensure a smooth transition and successful integration."

Xu Zhiping carefully noted down each requirement and replied in a clear and organized manner: "I understand. Today, we will immediately select personnel, build the structure, and draft a preliminary merger plan. We will proceed in stages and steps, first clearing assets, then handling debts, and finally adjusting personnel. We will proceed step by step to ensure both efficiency and stability, and try to resolve any opposing sentiments and reduce internal friction."

After explaining the core tasks, Zhao Xiankun softened his tone slightly: "Over there, Wang Yang, Qi Lu, and the others are bound to be resentful. They might be passive-aggressive and secretly resist. When you coordinate with them later, pay close attention and show them some consideration. Don't be confrontational in everything, so as to avoid the conflict escalating and becoming uncontrollable."

"clear."

After arranging matters for the internal working group, Zhao Xiankun took a short rest and then sent someone to arrange a private meeting with Huang Lilin and Xia Ming.

Not long after, the two walked into the office one after the other.

When Huang Lilin entered, his expression was a mixture of trepidation and anticipation. He had witnessed the entire board meeting and seen Wang Yang and his associates struggle in vain, and he already understood that the merger was inevitable. He, Huang Lilin, was the ultimate winner and was about to become the general manager of the new company.

Xia Ming followed slowly behind Huang Lilin with a calm and composed expression.

Zhao Xiankun kindly gestured for the two to sit down, his tone much gentler than before.

"Li Lin, Xia Ming." Zhao Xiankun looked at Huang Li Lin with a calm gaze. "You saw it at the board meeting today. The merger of Tianzihao is a done deal. The board voted to approve it. It's a fait accompli, and there's no turning back. I will keep my promise to you and will never go back on it."

Huang Lilin looked excited, a smile spreading across his face. Then, as if remembering something, he replied loudly, "Chairman, I am naturally willing to follow the group's arrangements. However, Wang Yang and the others are filled with resentment and their emotions are difficult to calm. I am caught in the middle and in a dilemma."

"I understand your difficulties." Zhao Xiankun smiled faintly and said frankly, "You are different from them. You are sensible and considerate of the big picture. You have always known how to weigh the pros and cons and obey the overall arrangements of the group. You will not act impulsively. I promised you before that as long as you fully cooperate with this merger, actively coordinate and mediate, appease the emotions of all parties, and promote Tianke to take the lead in implementation, once the merger of the five companies is completed and the new company structure is established, you will take the position of general manager of the new Tianke."

In short, it hits the nail on the head regarding Huang Lilin's deepest desire.

Huang Lilin's eyes lit up instantly, and all his previous hesitation, concerns, and wavering vanished in an instant.

Zhao Xiankun pressed his advantage, saying, "You should stabilize the internal situation of Tianke, take the lead in actively cooperating with Xu Zhiping and Xu Feng's merger working group, and set a good example. I will entrust the new company to you in charge in the future."

"I understand, Chairman!" Huang Lilin's expression was solemn, and his tone was much more firm. "Rest assured, I will obey the arrangements and will fully cooperate with the group's decision to do a good job in coordination."

After calming Huang Lilin down, Zhao Xiankun turned to Xia Ming, who was listening silently to the side, and praised him gently:

"Xia Ming, you are insightful and prudent in your actions. Among the younger generation of Yinghai Group, you are the most visionary."

Xia Ming calmly stood up, gave a slight bow, and said in a humble and measured tone: "Chairman, you flatter me. Given the current situation, I naturally understand the proper measure. Tianke will certainly follow the overall interests of the group and cooperate in all subsequent arrangements."

The conversation ended, and the two took their leave. Stepping out of the secluded top-floor office area, the corridor was brightly lit, and with no one else around, Huang Lilin could no longer contain his joy. The worry on his face vanished, his brows relaxed, and he couldn't hide his excitement. He happily said to Xia Ming:

"Haha, great, Xia Ming. You were right, we kept quiet, and sure enough, a windfall fell from the sky!"

Huang Lilin walked briskly, full of anticipation: "Look, Wang Yang and his gang are finished this time! Haha, serves them right for always competing with me! Once the five top-tier companies are completely merged, Tianke will become the core of the new company, and things will be completely different from now! You used to always plan to leave Yinghai, but now you don't need to even think about it! With the new top-tier companies behind us, our future is bright!"

Xia Ming looked at Huang Lilin, who was barely containing his excitement, speechless, and didn't say anything. He knew things wouldn't turn out the way Huang Lilin expected, but he decided to let his uncle be happy for a while longer.

A hint of helplessness flashed in his eyes as he walked slowly away with Huang Lilin, who was filled with joy.