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Zhou Fengliu's remarks undoubtedly dispelled the doubts of some directors and leaders present regarding his continuous promotion of Zhou Fengliu.

His promotion of Zhou Fengliu wasn't solely due to Zhou Fengliu's strength and perceived threat...

There are many powerful people in this world, but most of them rely on their strength to do whatever they want...

There are too few people who know how to exercise restraint, understand reason, and can make stable contributions to the world instead of causing destruction.

"The facts will tell them what's going on."

As Zhao Fangxu spoke, he led the applause. Hearing his applause, the other directors present also applauded Zhou Fengliu.

"Xiao Zhou, I really didn't expect... your progress to be so fast. I remember when I first met you, you were very smart, but you definitely didn't have such a broad perspective."

"It hasn't been that long, and you've become much more mature in handling issues from the company's perspective... It seems the South China region has given you a lot of experience."

Zhao Fangxu praised Zhou Fengliu a few times. His praise was not a deliberate attempt to appease Zhou Fengliu because of his strength, but was sincere and genuine.

Hearing Zhao Fangxu's praise, Zhou Fengliu was slightly taken aback.

Why did they kick the ball back to us again?

Zhou Fengliu stated that according to the normal procedure, Zhao Fangxu should have followed up on his words and then let the other directors vote, thereby finalizing the cooperation with Nathan Island.

The sudden compliments made him realize that Zhao Fangxu was not playing by the rules.

What should you do if your boss praises you?

What else can we do... just take the credit for it from the boss.

In response to Zhao Fangxu's praise, Zhou Fengliu replied:

"It's all thanks to President Zhao for giving me this platform and opportunity. With my extensive experience, I shouldn't be sitting here with you board members at all. If it weren't for President Zhao's strong opposition, I'd probably still be a small employee in North China."

"As for what I just said, I absolutely did not mean to refute Chairman Huang. I was just saying some of my feelings from what I saw and experienced on Nathan Island. Behemoth has done too much damage to Nathan Island."

Hearing Zhou Fengliu say this, Zhao Fangxu felt very comfortable.

At his position and age, it's difficult for him to have any further opportunities for advancement or to achieve a sense of accomplishment.

Perhaps the only thing that still gives him a sense of accomplishment is helping promising and ambitious young people, helping them rise to higher positions, and having those young people know how to be grateful. This sense of accomplishment is very satisfying.

"Alright, Xiao Zhou... Humility is a good thing, but excessive humility makes you easy to be bullied. As the saying goes, you have to be strong yourself to succeed. Many people can't even seize an opportunity."

Zhao Fangxu looked at Zhou Fengliu and said something, then steered the conversation back to the main topic:

"Alright, everyone, raise your left hand if you agree to help Nathan Island immediately."

Upon hearing Zhao Fangxu's statement, the directors present did not hesitate much and raised their left hands to express their agreement.

"Very good, unanimously approved. So... this task will be assigned to Xiao Zhou. Feel free to ask if you need anything."

“Okay, Mr. Zhao, I will let you know if I need anything.” Zhou Fengliu agreed.

"Okay, that's settled then. Finally... let's formally welcome Xiao Zhou to the team," Zhao Fangxu concluded.

Amidst applause, Zhou Fengliu's first board meeting came to an end.

After the meeting, Zhao Fangxu kept Zhou Fengliu behind alone.

The two arrived at Zhao Fangxu's office. After sitting down, Zhao Fangxu looked at Zhou Fengliu and said:

"Xiao Zhou, you have a lot of responsibilities now. Although you've joined the board of directors, we still need you to keep an eye on things in South China and take on the role of person in charge of South China."

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Fengliu raised an eyebrow, then asked a question that Zhao Fangxu hadn't expected:

"In that case, is the salary twofold?"

"?"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Fangxu frowned slightly:

"You kid..."

"Oh, never mind, that's right, it's two salaries."

Zhao Fangxu originally wanted to say something, but then he thought that since Zhou Fengliu was so short of money, it would be fine to have two salaries.

"That's fine."

Zhou Fengliu nodded.

He had no objection to the decision.

After all, South China is his base, and his key personnel are all there. He's a little reluctant to give up South China, which he's worked so hard to rebuild.

"By the way, Mr. Zhao... there are a few people who need to be handed over to the company." Zhou Fengliu said to Zhao Fangxu as if he had just remembered something.

"?"

"who?"

"It should be related to the person behind Ma Xianhong."

As Zhou Fengliu spoke, he released the people from the food pouch and explained to Zhao Fangxu the circumstances surrounding their capture.

"Ruan Feng?"

“This person… if I remember correctly, is from the Jia Shen Rebellion…” Zhao Fangxu said, looking at Ruan Feng, who was afflicted with the Sleeping Gu on the ground.

Chapter 431 Zhuge Qing as Secretary? Is that so outrageous? (Second Update)

"Yes, it's him. I think the guy behind Ma Xianhong must have a big purpose in sending people to the island to find him..."

"We just happened to run into them, so Xiao Zi and I captured all these people and handed them over to you, Mr. Zhao, for your decision."

Hearing Zhou Fengliu's words, Zhao Fangxu nodded, and then said:

"Xiao Zhou, if this really is related to the person behind Ma Xianhong, then you've done a great job. I was just worried about not having any leverage to get information on the person behind Ma Xianhong and the mole within the company..."

Zhao Fangxu had an idea.

Seeing that Zhao Fangxu seemed to have some ideas, Zhou Fengliu didn't pay much attention. He only cared about one thing, which was...

"Mr. Zhao, Xiao Zi and I went through a lot of trouble to capture them, shouldn't we... get a bonus?"

"Yes, definitely. You did a great job this time."

Zhao Fangxu didn't find anything wrong with Zhou Fengliu's request for money this time.

A great achievement is a great achievement; it deserves a bonus, and a bonus should be given...

"Any other needs? Please tell me all at once."

Seemingly sensing that Zhou Fengliu was still somewhat unsatisfied, Zhao Fangxu said this.

Faced with Zhao Fangxu's bluntness, Zhou Fengliu also didn't hold back in demanding the man:

"Mr. Zhao, I happened to run into Zhuge Qing when I came back this time..."

"..."

Upon hearing the name Zhuge Qing, Zhao Fangxu, who had just been pondering something, instantly realized what was happening.

Zhuge Qing shouldn't have been sent...

He seemed to have anticipated what Zhou Fengliu was about to say, and a sense of foreboding crept into his heart.

Sure enough, the next second, Zhou Fengliu continued:

"Zhuge Qing really wanted to go to South China. I mentioned it to you before, but it seems he didn't receive any notification then... Maybe you were too busy and forgot, Mr. Zhao... This time, as you can see, Zhuge Qing has volunteered..."

Hearing Zhou Fengliu ask Zhuge Qing again, Zhao Fangxu felt a little regretful.

Why did he send Zhuge Qing to Nathan Island with Huang Boren?

This is just great...

This caught Zhou Fengliu's attention again.

"Xiao Zhou, Zhuge Qing is a talented person, and the company respects the personal wishes of its employees when assigning work locations... He wants to go to South China, and I can't stop him... He can apply if he wants to."

"He submits the report, you approve the note..."

Zhao Fangxu first echoed Zhou Fengliu's words.

Hearing Zhao Fangxu agree, Zhou Fengliu was surprised that it went so smoothly.

"Thank you very much, Mr. Zhao..."

Before he could finish his thank you, Zhao Fangxu interrupted:

"But, Xiao Zhou, you need to think this through... why is Zhuge Qing going to South China?"

Upon hearing this question, Zhou Fengliu raised an eyebrow.

For what?

"Maybe they want to work with me? Or they think I'm a good leader?"

Faced with Zhou Fengliu's self-praise as if he were an old man selling melons, Zhao Fangxu seized on one point: working together.

"The company doesn't object to Zhuge Qing wanting to work with you... but you're now a director at headquarters, how can he work with you in South China?"

"..."