I was forced to start the second round because I was raised in poverty

Chapter 269 Long Ruoli

"Sister Chestnut, where did you get this information?"

"It's being talked about all over the company."

Qin Fen looked puzzled: "How come I didn't know?"

Zhang Yangwen was also unsure: "I don't think I've heard of it either."

Ye Li: ???
"You guys are really out of touch with the world."

Su Cheng asked Ye Li when the news first broke.

"It's been circulating for several days now. It actually started circulating before the Lunar New Year. I heard it from Deng Qiang, so it shouldn't be false."

Qin Fen nonchalantly replied, "So what if they parachute in? It has nothing to do with us."

Zhang Yangwen disagreed with his point of view: "Brother Qin, there are still some connections. Isn't Sister Li going to be the deputy manager?"

"Oh, that makes sense, there really is some connection."

Zhang Yangwen looked at Su Cheng: "Hey, do you guys think that when this new leader comes in, all personnel transfers will be frozen? And they'll have to do a thorough review?"

Su Cheng: ???
"Xiao Zhang, have you been watching too many TV dramas?"

"Yes, I was watching 'In the Name of the People' at home during the Chinese New Year, and I feel like it might be a good fit."

"Our company, Geely, is not part of the system; those who are meant to be promoted will be promoted."

He felt that even if a newly appointed leader wanted to take some action, it shouldn't involve manipulating personnel authority.

Ye Li agreed with Su Cheng's point of view: "What I'm curious about now is, what kind of position will be parachuted in? A supervisor or something?"

Su Cheng felt that it was highly unlikely that a manager would be parachuted in.

Shengyue currently only has one vice president, but there are plenty of vacancies above the supervisor level.

Normally, consulting firms like theirs have at least seven or eight vice presidents.

"It's definitely not a supervisor. If a supervisor were parachuted in, Deng Qiang's position would be very awkward. I estimate it's someone above the supervisor level."

Just follow the group's promotion logic.

The personnel reshuffle for the first half of the year will take place at the end of February, and it is highly likely that Deng Qiang will be promoted from temporary supervisor to supervisor at that time.

Ye Li was promoted from team leader to deputy supervisor, and Su Cheng was promoted to team leader in turn.

Su Cheng was saying that this arrangement should be made without any subjective influence from anyone.

"Now that Sister Li has been promoted to deputy supervisor, does that mean she has a lot more responsibilities?"

"Of course, the deputy supervisor is in charge of many groups, so Sister Chestnut will definitely be busy."

Ye Li responded casually, "It's alright. If I can get promoted, I'd be happy to be a little busy."

"That's true. Everyone knows that Sister Chestnut is a workaholic. She doesn't even take a holiday during the Chinese New Year."

Su Cheng complained that if Ye Li could have spent the New Year with him in his hometown, there wouldn't have been so much trouble.

"I also want to take a holiday, but what can I do if the company temporarily transfers people? However, I did have a New Year's Eve dinner for a hundred people in Shanghai, and they gave me a red envelope, so I guess I can say I spent the New Year at the company."

The welcome banquet has ended.

Su Cheng was taken back to her residence by Ye Li.

He first took a shower, and then sat down at his desk to fiddle with his computer and phone.

Su Cheng pulled out the old photos he had kept in his hometown. He wasn't reminiscing about his mother's memories, but rather searching for useful clues and information.

From the moment Su Cheng looked out the window that night, he had already made up his mind.

We can't let the old folks keep messing with us like this.

He just couldn't stand it anymore.

He wanted to establish his own power base and quickly gather forces that he could fully mobilize.

What does that have to do with old photos?
Yes, they are related.

And it's huge.

These postcards were sent to my mother by her students from many years ago; these people are now in their thirties or forties.

Back then, gangster movies were all the rage. Students who could get into top high schools were excellent in every way. They knew how to study, had a competitive spirit, and were full of energy.

Most of those people left the small county town and many of them built their own careers elsewhere.

According to Su Cheng's own memory, at least many entrepreneurs with a net worth of over 100 million yuan came from their small town.

My mom has sponsored many students from poor families who couldn't afford to go to high school. Maybe one of them is a billionaire?

Su Cheng should make full use of all available resources and forces.

If my mom's former students have really built a huge business, wouldn't my future path be a little easier?

Su Cheng clasped her hands together and took a deep breath: "Mom, please give me strength!"

Postcards rarely contain contact information; most are filled with holiday greetings and messages inquiring about the well-being of one's mother.

There is no phone number, and no home address.

However, in the postcards from later years, a considerable number of people left their QQ numbers.

Back then, QQ was just emerging and was still a very fashionable thing for people of their generation. So they sent their QQ numbers to their teachers, added each other as friends, and could communicate in real time.

Su Cheng discovered these QQ accounts back in his hometown, but he didn't dare to make any rash moves at that time.

Su Cheng took the photos both to preserve them as a memento and to prepare for today.

These QQ numbers are all very short, mostly five or six digits, with a small number of seven digits.

The profile picture is one of those very old-fashioned, default profile pictures.

Penguin skateboarding surfing, blond man, purple-haired bespectacled man, man with a frizzy hairstyle and a smiling man, cool man in sunglasses, and the classic green frog.

However, some people changed their profile pictures to non-mainstream ones.

Su Cheng added more than twenty QQ accounts one after another, and the nickname for each account was the same: Hello, do you know Tian Xiangwei?
He sent out friend requests more than ten minutes ago, but none of them were accepted.

of course.

Su Cheng didn't expect a reply so quickly. The oldest of these people were probably over forty years old, and whether they still used QQ was another matter.

Even if these people aren't big bosses or famous entrepreneurs right now, they could still provide Su Cheng with some more accurate clues and information.

All he had to do now was wait patiently.

Ding Dong~
Ding Dong~
Su Cheng received a message from Chen Suna.

Xiao Chen: [Cheng-ge, are you back?]
Su Cheng replied with a cat nodding emoji.

Xiao Chen: [Hehe, I saw the photos your boss posted of your dinner party today!]
Su Cheng: [Yes, yes, I came back this morning.]
Xiao Chen: [Are you free lately? Want to go out for dinner? I'll treat you to a movie!]
Su Cheng thought about it and realized that he would probably be quite busy lately.

So he replied: "[In a few days? I've been on a long vacation, and I have to report to the company tomorrow. I'll probably be quite busy during this time, with a lot of things to do.]"
Xiao Chen sent a cute kitten emoji: [Okay, okay, no problem, it depends on your time.]
Xiao Chen: [Feel free to call me when you're free, but please give me a day's notice so I can ask Boss Wang for leave.]
Su Cheng: [Okay, no problem. How's it going at the beauty company lately?]
Xiao Chen: [Great! I'm so happy! I'm happily saving up some money, hehe!]
Xiao Chen: [Cheng-ge, is there anything you want? I'll buy it for you! We got a lot of bonuses for Chinese New Year!]
Su Cheng knew that Chen Suna did not go home for the Chinese New Year because the address she left for herself was the address of her rented apartment in Jingzhou.

Su Cheng replied: [It's okay, it's okay, I don't need anything, don't spend money on me, please don't buy me anything.]
Su Cheng: [For a young girl like you living alone, money can provide you with a great sense of security. Save it up, and if you decide to settle down in Jingzhou later, you can buy a small house.]
Su Cheng also warned: "[Let me tell you, you absolutely mustn't invest recklessly, or you'll lose everything in one fell swoop.]"
He felt that Chen Suna was the kind of girl who would be easily scammed out of her money.

Chen Suna sent a cute emoji: [I know, I know, hehe, I won't be fooled, I'm smart!]
Su Cheng: [Okay, okay, you're so smart!]
He could clearly sense that Chen Suna's state of mind was very different from before, and her mood had also become much better.

Not bad.

It's good if we can maintain this state.

The two chatted for a while longer, then Su Cheng put down her phone and went to sleep.

……

the next day.

Su Cheng tidied herself up and then went to the company to report for duty.

"Team Leader Su, you've been gone for quite a while this time, haven't you?"

As soon as Deng Qiang met Su Cheng, he inquired about Su Cheng's recent situation in a friendly manner.

"Yes, something came up at home."

Su Cheng knew, of course, that the leave he had requested was not short; it was equivalent to taking all of his leave for the year ahead of schedule.

"It's alright, the company is like home. I didn't even go home for the New Year, I was swamped with work in Shanghai," Deng Qiang said with a kind smile. Su Cheng was just checking in with Deng Qiang as usual, she didn't expect to chat with him for so long: "If there's nothing else, I'll be going now."

"Wait a minute."

Deng Qiang immediately called out to Su Cheng.

"Team Leader Su, have you heard any rumors lately?"

Ok?
Su Cheng knew without a doubt that Deng Qiang was referring to the company's newly appointed leader.

Deng Qiang was currently unsure who headquarters would send, which made him particularly nervous.

If a supervisor were sent over, he would have to take a backseat.

So as soon as Su Cheng returned, Deng Qiang immediately thought of contacting him to get to know him better.

Deng Qiang stated that he would do his best to ensure Ye Li and Su Cheng's promotions during the personnel reshuffle in March, so that Su Cheng wouldn't have to worry.

This is clearly an olive branch.

Su Cheng could see the meaning behind Deng Qiang's actions.

He was afraid that the arrival of a new leader would be detrimental to him, so he had already begun making preparations.

Su Cheng felt that Deng Qiang must have said this to more than just him, and his various attempts to win over subordinates were clearly a prelude to the opening of the palace.

The newly appointed leader hasn't even arrived yet, and Deng Qiang is already planning to get rid of him.

Are you that type of person?

However, given that the relationship between Su Cheng and Deng Qiang is different from that between the other team leaders and Deng Qiang, Su Cheng still needs to make a statement.

"Manager Deng, we don't need to be so tense."

"If he doesn't touch you, then don't touch him."

"If he tries to harm you, I'll definitely support you."

Deng Qiang breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing Su Cheng's words.

Deng Qiang nodded repeatedly: "I know, I know, Team Leader Su, I definitely know."

Deng Qiang wasn't stupid; he knew perfectly well that parachuted-in leaders were absolute power holders.

As long as he can secure a position in his supervisor's office, he'll definitely be eager to serve his boss like a dog.

He's only making preparations as a last resort, fearing that the new official might make a big show of things and make an example of him.

He finally climbed to his position, only to be kicked down by someone else.

If that's really the case, then Deng Qiang has no choice but to confront his superiors. He has to do it whether he wants to or not; it's the only option he can take.

That afternoon.

A tall woman with a cool and aloof expression appeared at Shengyue Consulting Company.

The crisp "clack-clack-clack" sound of her ten-centimeter high heels echoed in the corridor, making it hard for anyone not to notice her presence.

Everyone was secretly observing this aloof woman.

The woman's hair was piled high, and the top button of her white shirt was undone. When she raised her head, the curve of her neck and face presented a perfect golden ratio.

The third button of the shirt was taut against the body, forming an oval shape, and with each breath, the shadow slipped into the unseen realm.

The arches of my feet, supported by the stiletto heels, resulted in a perfect straight line as my hamstrings contracted with each step.

Her eyes seemed to hold a newly forged sword, its cold light concealed yet ready to be drawn and cleave metal at any moment.

Wherever the cold light reached, no one dared to meet its gaze.

Anyone who accidentally makes eye contact with her is startled and immediately lowers their head, pretending to be very busy.

That look... that aura, it's absolutely terrifying!

All the colleagues had the same thought in their minds: A new leader has arrived!
Deng Qiang was in the break room when a team leader stumbled in and told him, "Manager Deng, the boss is here!"

what? !

You're here so soon?!
Deng Qiang had been mentally preparing himself for this period of time, but he still felt very surprised when he heard that the leader was coming.

"How many people are here?"

"One."

"On a?"

"Correct."

"Male and female?"

"female."

A woman...alone...

Deng Qiang immediately sensed that the newcomer was up to no good and would definitely be difficult to deal with.

"where?"

"downstairs."

Deng Qiang didn't even bother to grab his cup and hurried downstairs through the fire escape.

By the time he reached the appropriate floor, the woman had already disappeared.

Several colleagues glanced at Deng Qiang, then at the supervisor's office.

After being prompted by his colleagues' glances, Deng Qiang immediately went to his office.

Once inside.

Deng Qiang then saw this woman of unparalleled beauty; her appearance was so stunning that it was said to be a scourge to the nation.

Deng Qiang was so nervous that he couldn't speak for a moment: "You, hello..."

The woman stood by the window, gazing at the scenery outside.

"You must be Manager Deng, right?"

"Yes, it's me... And you are?"

"Let me introduce myself, my name is Long Ruoli."

"I was assigned by the group headquarters to take over the work of Shengyue Consulting this year."

Deng Qiang's Adam's apple bobbed as he swallowed.

It wasn't her beauty that attracted me, but rather the overwhelming sense of pressure she exuded.

At this moment, Deng Qiang kept repeating two words in his mind:
Danger!

Danger, danger, danger!

"Mr. Long, please have a seat." Deng Qiang didn't know where to put his hands. "I... let me report to you about my work first."

"Well, tell me."

Deng Qiang stammered as he began to report to Long Ruoli on some of Shengyue Consulting's achievements from last year.

He also mentioned the downfall of Zhang Chengze, saying it served as a strong warning to them.

However, Long Ruoli's expression did not change at all, and she seemed very dissatisfied with Deng Qiang.

"Manager Deng."

"You should know Sheng Yue's position in the group, right?"

"I know, I know..."

Consulting firms like Shengyue serve as a talent development hub for the Dihao Group, acting as its Whampoa Military Academy.

Long Ruoli gave Deng Qiang a hard time as soon as she arrived.

Her face was cold:

"So, why are you telling me about these performance results?"

(End of this chapter)