After my divorce at thirty, I developed an intelligence network.

Yu Yue smiled and said, "Your brother-in-law is the kind of person who doesn't respond to gentle persuasion, but to force."

The nicer you are, the more he feels you're being taken advantage of.

We need to be honest with ourselves—"

She tapped the tabletop lightly with her fingertips:

"He's timid by nature, so someone has to push him from behind."

Painting him a bright future is meaningless; what's real is putting pressure on him by emphasizing the burdens of his family.

He'll present the hard facts and the real issues, and he'll find reasons to convince himself that he's fighting for his family.

Yu Lili suddenly realized: "I understand, I have to make him feel like he has no choice."

Yu Yue nodded: "Smart. You have to be afraid of someone for them to push forward."

The two sisters smiled at each other.

They could almost see projects, kickbacks, more spacious offices, and ever-bulging accounts flowing in.

Yu Lili suddenly said in a friendly and excited voice, "By the way, sister, I heard that my ex-brother-in-law... oh, Gong Yuelong, is quite famous in the labor market recently."

Not only did he build up his own team, but he also apparently crippled Zhao Siyan's gang for his men. Now everyone says he's ruthless, but also loyal.

Upon hearing this, Yu Yue's voice remained completely flat.

"Is that so? He's stubborn and inflexible."

At this point, my thoughts drifted away for a moment.

Yu Lili didn't urge them, but just waited quietly.

Yu Yue spoke, her voice gentler than before.

When I first met him, his company hadn't taken off yet, but he already had a bit of guts.

Knowing that many people were pursuing me, he felt that having some money wasn't enough, so he hired a personal trainer and trained in boxing and weightlifting like crazy.

It's said that...a man needs something tangible to protect others.

She smiled and said, "It was summer then. He was wearing an old tank top, and his arms were already quite toned. He was sweating as he came to pick me up from get off work."

Just standing there, without saying a word, gives people a sense of...reassurance.

She looked up at her sister, "However, he always pays Duoduo's child support on time every month, without fail, not a penny less. On this point, he's still that stubborn person who sticks to his principles."

Yu Lili awkwardly agreed.

Looking at her older sister's exquisite profile, she suddenly felt a pang of regret—

"With my sister's skills and looks, if only..."

She didn't think about it further, only that if she had more ex-brothers-in-law who paid her on time, she would have a lot of useful connections.

Unfortunately, I only have one older sister.

She quietly suppressed her regret, her face breaking into a smile again, and said cheerfully:

"Sis, this dress really suits you."

"If you ask me, people's fortunes change every thirty years."

We used to look down on him, but now... it seems like he's about to climb back up.

Sister, tell me, with my brother-in-law's ways... is it possible for us to try again?

After all, your relationship with Duoduo is very real.

Yu Yue looked up at her younger sister for a moment, then asked, "How about I wear this to meet President Li?"

……

……

The Wanghai Pavilion private room is located on the fourth floor of the Haiyue Hotel.

The four people took their seats, with a clear distinction between host and guest – Gong Yuelong was seated in the host's seat, Zhao Hongyuan and Liu Jing sat on his left and right respectively, and Lin Wei sat at the lower end near the door.

The setup on the table was completely different from what the fishermen on the Yellow River had done that day.

The bottle caps on the table have been opened, and a subtle aroma wafts out; the cold dishes are exquisite, with sea cucumber and abalone already on the turntable.

Lin Wei seemed distracted, her smile forced, as if she had lost some of her energy.

Zhao Hongyuan stood up, holding the glass with both hands. "President Gong, this toast must be to you. We've been running around like crazy trying to figure out the labor qualification, but we're still stuck at the last step."

You did it all without a word! That's real skill!

Liu Jing also raised her glass, "That's right. Today's meal is partly to celebrate, and partly to learn more from President Gong."

In our line of work, there are very few people like you who are both practical and knowledgeable.

This reversal of fortunes and the coldness of human relationships indeed came swiftly.

Gong Yuelong clearly remembers the subtle silence that occurred at the table half a month ago when he mentioned that he was just a foreman at the Yellow River Fishermen's House.

Now, he sits in the main seat under this crystal chandelier, listening to the same two people addressing him as "General Manager Gong," their words filled with eagerness.

Gong Yuelong raised his glass, "Mr. Zhao and Mr. Liu are too kind. It was just luck."

Zhao Hongyuan downed his drink in one gulp, his face flushed. "This isn't luck! This is skill! Lin Wei, don't you think?"

He turned to the person below him, his gesture carrying a hint of reminder.

Lin Wei seemed to be brought back to her senses, and quickly picked up her wine glass. "President Gong... is indeed impressive. My materials were rejected three times; I'm completely exhausted."

She tilted her head back and drank the wine. The spicy taste rushed to her throat, but she couldn't suppress the envy in her heart.

Liu Jing, being meticulous, placed a piece of braised sea cucumber with scallions onto Gong Yuelong's plate at the opportune moment:

"President Gong, please try this. In my opinion, obtaining the qualification is just the beginning; let's cooperate more in the future."

Zhao Hongyuan immediately chimed in, "President Liu has hit the nail on the head! President Gong, in the future, if there are suitable jobs, we can share resources, and we can cooperate on qualifications and performance! The price is absolutely negotiable!"

As Gong Yuelong listened, chewing on the delicious sea cucumber, his mind was perfectly clear about the situation.

This expensive meal and these enthusiastic words simply reflect a revaluation of his worth in the eyes of these people.

He used to be a ruthless person who could be used, but now he's a potential asset worth courting.

He put down his chopsticks, smiled, and said, "You are all seniors, and I have much to learn from you all. Of course, it would be great if we could work together in the future."

Zhao Hongyuan and Liu Jing exchanged a glance and saw the satisfaction in each other's eyes—being willing to sit down and eat this meal was a good start.

Lin Wei watched the three chatting and laughing, and silently poured Gong Yuelong another cup of tea.

Well, qualifications are just a piece of paper. The journey has only just begun.

Gong Yuelong took a sip of tea, his mind clear as day.

From a construction foreman to the current General Manager Gong.

Every step was achieved by risking one's life, trading one's ingenuity, and working tirelessly over time.

"He's a capable person."

Zhao Hongyuan smiled and urged Zhao to drink, but in his mind, he was quickly calculating. Labor qualification certificates may seem insignificant, but in the current tightening environment, they are the key to getting ahead.

Liu Jing listened with a smile, but she saw things more deeply—Gong Yuelong possessed a tenacity and ruthlessness unique to people who had climbed up from the bottom, and he did things decisively and without hesitation.

This kind of person, if used well, can be a sharp knife; now is the time to use him as a knife to pave the way.

Lin Wei's gaze fell on Gong Yuelong's calm profile.

She suddenly realized how ridiculous her previous sense of frustration was.

There are no easy paths in this industry. The difference lies in the fact that some people blindly run into walls, while others... like him, figure out the structure of the wall early on and find the thinnest brick.

"Oh, right," Zhao Hongyuan said casually, as if remembering something.

"I had dinner with Mr. Li from the municipal construction company a few days ago, and he mentioned that there's a shortage of compliant labor teams right now. Mr. Gong, have you heard of him? Li Qianghua, his words carry a lot of weight."

Liu Jing's eyes flickered slightly, and she immediately continued:

"Engineer Li is a powerful figure. If he can nod in approval, future projects..." She didn't finish her sentence, but just smiled and poured more wine for Gong Yuelong.