The employees all gathered to watch the spectacle. Ah Nan had done what they all dared not, and it was incredibly cathartic, making them wish they could have joined in for a few blows themselves.
Indeed, someone dared to act. Rushing in to join Ah Nan in the fight was the company's receptionist, who had been bullied by the boss and harbored deep hatred for him.
Ah Nan was surprised, "No, I'm quitting because I have another job lined up. Why are you joining the fun?"
The receptionist, named Ah Li, said, "Brother Nan, if you have a new job, can you take me with you? I only need a very small salary. This fat pig makes me sick just looking at him. If it weren't illegal, I'd want to kill him!"
Ah Nan felt sympathetic towards her and, thinking Xie Sui was reasonable, nodded, "Alright then, I'll talk to the new boss about it."
Ah Li thanked him happily, "Thank you, Brother Nan."
"Brother Nan, what about me? I don't want to work here either. This fatso deducted my bonus for three months and didn't give it to me. I don't want it anymore either. I'm going to beat him up to vent my anger."
Several sales representatives revolted. The boss, beaten, hid under his desk, afraid to come out.
In the end, only the cleaning staff and a few temporary workers remained. They all left with Ah Nan, each exuding an aura of confidence. It was the first time in their lives they had felt so exhilarated.
However, as soon as they walked out the door, Ah Nan's shoulders slumped. He wondered if Brother Xie would be able to accommodate so many people.
Xie Sui saw them in the hotel lobby. There were fewer than ten people, all looking anxious and hesitant, but inwardly delighted. They were all talented! Anyone who could work as a white-collar professional in Hong Kong was an elite, and would be a great help to his career.
"Mr. Xie, would you consider hiring them? Our former boss was such a terrible person, we fired him."
While they felt satisfied at the moment of firing him, facing reality now, they had some regrets.
Xie Sui sighed, "For your sake. Our company is just starting out. I hope you don't regret this."
"We won't, Mr. Xie is clearly a good person," Ah Li said, her words as sweet as honey, immediately flattering him.
Xie Sui said, "No, good people don't make money. They can't support you. I'm not a good person. I pay you, and you work for me. We have an employer-employee relationship. Don't bring morality into it. When a businessman starts to have morals, that's when he goes bankrupt."
Everyone burst into laughter. Mr. Xie was very humorous.
This wasn't humor; it was a fact. Xie Sui was in a good mood. "Since you're all here, let's get to work. I'll give each of you an extra month's unemployment pay as a welcome gift from me, your boss. Work hard in the future."
"Boss Xie!" everyone rejoiced. They had found a good boss.
Following Xie Sui's instructions, Ah Nan bought an entire unit of office space for them to use as their workplace, right on the bustling Financial Street. It might not be much for a magnate, but for these employees, it was a grand gesture. Su Dan Novel Network.
No matter the era, real estate always holds its value. With property, there was no fear of the boss absconding. This alone cost fifteen million, plus company registration, office supplies, and other expenses, totaling almost a million. Xie Sui's assets were immediately halved.
Seven days later, Xie Sui's first official company, Wan Sui Company, was formally established.
Ah Nan and the other employees were just what the new company needed to get off the ground. On the opening day, they held a ceremony. Hong Kong people were quite superstitious and favored auspicious beginnings.
Du Feiyang and He Mengchao brought friends to support Xie Sui, sending flower baskets. It was quite lively.
As Xie Sui was warmly hosting everyone, an uninvited guest arrived. Looking at Xie Sui's office, they sneered, "Don't think you can enter Hong Kong's business circle just by setting up a small company. Anyone can come to Hong Kong to make money. Old Fifth, you're going downhill. Father is very disappointed that you're associating with this kind of person."
The newcomer was none other than Du Feiyang's elder brother, Du Feiyun, who considered himself the eldest legitimate son of the Du family and their future heir. He was very wary of his younger brothers. He happened to be in the area on business, saw Du Feiyang, and recalled recent rumors, so he came to join the fun.
Du Feiyang's expression darkened. He could be insulted, but his brother could not be. This was too much.
Xie Sui stepped forward and said, "This is Young Master Du. I'm honored by your presence. It truly brightens our humble abode. Come, reporters, take a photo of us. Thank you."
Xie Sui shook his hand, making Du Feiyun wonder what this bumpkin was up to. However, he instinctively put on a professional smile. After the photo was taken, Xie Sui added, "Young Master Du, would you like to stay for a simple meal? If you're busy, I won't impose. This small place of mine is probably beneath your notice."
Du Feiyun narrowed his eyes. Xie Sui responded with a smile, showing no anger.
"Hmph, let's see how long you can be so flamboyant. You're not worthy of me showing up to support you!"
"Yes, you are worthy. Worthy of pigs, cattle, horses, and sheep. You are the most worthy!"
"Pfft!" Du Feiyang couldn't help but laugh. He had seen long ago that Xie Sui was no pushover, but he never expected his words to be so venomous!
"Are you looking for death?" Xie Sui thrust his face forward. "Come at me. If you slap me today, I'll sue you until you have no pants left. You're here to give me money, you're welcome. A new company opening needs a bit of 'blood' to be prosperous. I should thank you, Young Master."
Du Feiyun was so enraged he was about to act, but his bodyguards held him back. "Young Master, don't stoop to the level of this scoundrel. It would tarnish your status. The reporters are still here, calm down."
Xie Sui became even more arrogant, "Young Master, what kind of young master? May I ask your age? At this age, you're still a young master? You're really young. Are you forty yet? If you endure a few more years and feel a little unwell, you'll be a prince for life. What a tragic man."
"Let me go, I'm going to kill him!" Du Feiyun could no longer tolerate it. This guy was courting death!
He Mengchao nudged Du Feiyang, "Stop laughing. Hurry up and try to persuade him. If a fight really breaks out, Ah Sui will be at a disadvantage. Don't let your family matters involve others."
Du Feiyang was incredibly pleased. It was the first time in over twenty years that he felt so vindicated. His elder brother had finally met his match!
After a flurry of activity, Du Feiyun was finally persuaded to leave. The employees were very worried. Had they offended a major young master?
"Little brother, thank you. It's the first time I've seen my hypocritical elder brother so enraged. From now on, you're my brother."
Xie Sui asked, "Brother of a different father and mother?"
"Haha... Exactly. Let's have a good drink today to celebrate."
"No rush, let's talk business first. Reporters, please come in for some tea."
Xie Sui had an unformed plan, a wicked smile playing on his lips. He looked at Du Feiyang with eyes as if he were looking at a god of wealth, which made Du Feiyang a little uneasy. "I know I'm handsome, but you can't look at me like that. I'm not gay!"