Xie Sui staged a diversion, ensnaring the entire Southeast Gang.
This time, the Southeast Gang was almost wiped out. Inspector Liang's car wasn't enough to hold them all, and they were packed in like sardines. Xie Sui even felt a pang of pity.
"See? This is the fate of those in the underworld. It's truly tragic."
Ah Hua gave him a strange look and chose not to comment. Who was responsible for their current predicament?
"How's A Fei? Is he injured?"
"He's alright, just a bit dizzy."
"Get him to the hospital for a check-up, make sure it's not a concussion. Stay here and rest well. Ah Hua, you'll accompany me."
A Fei didn't want to stay and insisted, "Brother Xie, I'm fine. I don't need to go to the hospital."
"I know you're loyal, but flying can put pressure on the brain. You did a great job, a real hero. Be a good boy and rest," Xie Sui said.
"Thank you, Brother Xie."
Patting A Fei's shoulder, Xie Sui and Ah Hua left.
Ah Hua cautiously observed Xie Sui's expression and asked, "Boss, do you dislike A Fei?"
"Nonsense! Why would I like a grown man? Why don't you ask if I like you? Are you willing to sacrifice yourself for your boss?"
The driver burst into laughter, nearly swerving the car. Chairman Xie really said anything.
Ah Hua blushed. "Boss, don't joke. I'm thin-skinned. I just feel that you and A Fei aren't as close as you used to be."
Xie Sui chuckled. "You're a big guy, how can your intuition be so accurate? I used to find A Fei resilient, fearless, and eager to fight – a good kid.
Unfortunately, he's too stubborn. He won't turn back even when he hits a dead end. I really dislike people who can't adapt.
I'll gradually have him work in the company later. He doesn't need to be my full-time driver anymore."
Had A Fei done something wrong again?
Ah Hua had someone investigate and discovered it was again because of Hu Yuanyuan, his girlfriend. A Fei was still entangled with her, which was truly exasperating. With so many women in the world, why must he choose someone like her?
No wonder Chairman Xie was displeased. Ah Hua also felt that such a person couldn't get anything significant done.
The journey was smooth. Arriving in Ao City, compared to Hong Kong, this metropolis was even more prosperous, with more high-rise buildings. The pedestrians on the streets were not as somber, and the pace of life was not as fast, unlike Hong Kong where everyone rushed, exhausting all their energy for survival.
The hotel had already been booked. They checked in, took a bath, and rested for the night, their fatigue vanishing.
The next day was the day for Jun Corporation to re-elect its executive director. Xie Sui led his team directly to Jun Corporation.
This group, which had been operating for over thirty years, was founded by Old Master Jun. Unfortunately, like all large corporations, the larger they became, the less say the founders had. The scattered shareholdings and numerous checks from the executive directors hindered development.
Old Master Jun still held the position of executive director, his expressionless face creased with wrinkles, his white hair a testament to his age. A flicker of loneliness crossed his eyes, a sense of decline like the setting sun.
The other directors whispered amongst themselves, the vast conference room resembling a bustling marketplace.
The assistant announced, "Time is up. We can begin."
Silence fell upon the room as all eyes turned to Old Master Jun. Most held a greedy glint. With the old man's retirement, many positions within the corporation would be adjusted, giving them the opportunity to place their own people and gain more control.
Old Master Jun said, "There's no need for unnecessary words. Jun Corporation has not come this far easily. I only hope that whoever becomes the executive director will lead Jun Corporation to even greater development.
Let's start with the candidates: Ma Wenguang, Jiang Yuqing, and Chen Fangyong. These three have the highest support. Let's vote to decide; it's the fairest way."
"That's the way it should be. Voting is the most suitable method."
As they nodded in agreement, the office door was pushed open, and Xie Sui walked in, smiling. "Excuse me for the interruption, everyone. I believe I should be included, as I hold the largest number of shares in Jun Corporation."
The lawyer produced documents, allowing everyone to examine them. The faces of the directors instantly changed. "Who are you? How do you have so many shares?"
Old Master Jun trembled, "It's you, Chairman Xie. What do you want?"
"Nothing much. I'm just here to reclaim what belongs to me. Old Master, you were wise your entire life, but like all great men, you've become muddled in your old age. Was it worth it to end up like this for an illegitimate son?"
"I don't need you to manage my affairs."
Xie Sui shrugged. "You're right. I don't want to manage them either. I was just making a casual remark. Please, step aside. This is my seat now."
"You..."
Old Master Jun naturally refused. Ah Hua directly moved his chair aside, replaced it with another, and Xie Sui sat down, surveying the room. "Hello, everyone. The election for the executive director will continue. I will not interfere."
As the largest shareholder, he was content to collect dividends without getting involved. He still had plenty of other matters to attend to. His purpose for coming was to handle some handover procedures, making him the largest shareholder of Jun Corporation from now on.
"You, you are too disrespectful! Chairman Xie, leave some room for maneuver. Are you declaring an unending feud with me, Jun Tianhao?"
Xie Sui's face turned cold. "Old Master, do you need me to list all the good deeds your illegitimate son has done?
He provoked me first. I've met many people, but I've never encountered someone as despicable, shameless, selfish, and insidious as him.
By the way, Old Master, don't you think this illegitimate son doesn't look much like you? His chin is square, while yours is round. And his mouth, his lips are thin, giving him a shrewd appearance. You, Old Master, look more benevolent."
"What do you mean?"
Xie Sui had Ah Hua present the investigation materials. "What I mean is, your first love deceived you. Young Master Jun is not your biological son. Here's the paternity test, along with the truth from the investigation back then. Your first love had an affair with the neighbor."
"I don't believe it. A Yu was such a simple and kind girl, she wouldn't do such a thing."
Xie Sui was speechless. How could he reason with someone so self-righteous and infatuated with a woman?
"If you don't believe it, investigate yourself. I'm not asking you to believe me. Alright, now let's talk about our business. Allow me to introduce myself, I am Xie Sui. Everyone has heard of me, haven't they?"
"Chairman Xie? The little stock god?"
The faces of the directors changed dramatically. If it were the little stock god, it would explain everything. He had been acquiring a lot of shares recently. If he had absorbed all the scattered shares in the market, combined with the Jun family's shares, it would likely be enough.
"Old Master Jun himself sold twenty percent of his shares. And his wife, her ten percent has also been transferred to me.
Old Master, you are now alone. Your illegitimate son might not even support you in your old age."
The Old Master was devastated. "She's willing to sell the shares I gave her?"
"Why wouldn't she? You sold yours, focused solely on your illegitimate son, and Madam Jun's heart grew cold. Why keep them?"
Xie Sui waved his hand. His assistant escorted the Old Master out. This was no longer his place.
Xie Sui instructed Ah Hua not to disturb the Old Master if he didn't leave, letting him stay a while longer. After all, it was the empire he had built. He would leave the Old Master with a final shred of dignity.
The directors quickly regained their composure, showering Xie Sui with flattery, calling him young and promising, handsome, and brilliant. Xie Sui even blushed.
The election for the executive director proceeded smoothly. Ma Wenguang, a veteran of Jun Corporation in his early fifties, was elected as the new executive director.