The Rise of a Special Forces Soldier Abandoned by a Wealthy Family

Inside the state guesthouse, the air seemed to solidify, and all eyes were focused on the entrance.

With a steady, rhythmic footstep, the core management team of Longyu Group, led by Teng Ao and Yan Ruge, finally appeared and entered the venue.

Teng Ao wore a tailor-made, perfectly tailored black suit, which made his figure appear even more upright.

His young face showed no trace of immaturity, only a composure and sharpness beyond his years. His steps were firm, and his eyes were piercing, like a young commander about to step onto the battlefield.

Yan Ruge followed closely behind, wearing a similarly meticulously tailored dark professional suit that accentuated her sleek figure. Her face was cool and her eyes were calm as water, yet she naturally exuded a powerful aura that could not be ignored.

What's even more eye-catching is the impressive management team behind them.

These individuals are the elite of the elite, selected from top businesses around the world, especially in China and the West, through rigorous screening and fierce competition by the Longyu Group.

They had just taken office and still carried a sharp, enterprising spirit.

They were all Chinese—this was an ironclad rule set by Zeng Long; the core senior management of the Longyu Group must have a clear political affiliation and impeccable revolutionary credentials. Among them:

• Chief Financial Officer Tang Li is a woman of exceptional temperament. She holds two doctoral degrees from Harvard University and was once a prominent figure in the financial world, having made her mark on the American financial district.

• Marketing Director Tang Zhe and Marketing Director Lü Tianxin are known as the "two prodigies" in China's business world, renowned for their sharp insight and superb methods.

• Human Resources Director Li Chuxi has recently been hailed as the "Queen of Headhunters," as the executives she has recruited are now found in various large companies.

The others were trusted assistants and secretaries selected by Teng Ao and Yan Ruge from their respective families; all were elites who possessed both ability and loyalty.

This young, elite team with a clear background made a strong visual and psychological impact on everyone present as soon as they appeared.

This is not only a demonstration of Longyu Group's strength, but also a sign of the talent landscape of a future business empire.

When Teng Ao led his team onto the stage, they did not immediately take their seats. Under Teng Ao's guidance, all members faced the government investment promotion teams from various regions below the stage and bowed deeply in unison.

The movements were precise, and the attitude was humble.

After rising, Teng Ao wore a perfectly measured, respectful smile, his gaze sweeping over every high-ranking official and city leader in the audience. His voice, transmitted clearly through the microphone, resonated throughout the hall:

"Thank you, leaders, for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend. Thank you for your trust and support of Longyu Group!" His voice was clear and resonant, neither humble nor arrogant.

"On behalf of all the board members and management of Longyu Group, I, Teng Ao, would like to express my sincerest gratitude to you! Thank you for your hard work and dedication during this period of preparation for these negotiations!"

His expression was calm, and his tone was even, showing no sign of nervousness despite being in front of so many high-ranking officials.

After all, he is the eldest son of the Teng family, and he has seen many storms and powerful figures.

But his politeness and the highest level of respect he displayed at that moment instantly won the favor of many officials present.

More importantly, he clearly conveyed a signal:

No matter how large Longyu Group becomes in the future, it will always be an enterprise developed under the jurisdiction and guidance of the Longguo government, with a correct attitude and a clear stance.

Following that, Teng Ao introduced the core management team members around him one by one, and each person whose name was called bowed slightly in greeting.

His gentle demeanor and concise yet powerful presentation conveyed a sense of warmth and professionalism to the audience.

Many people nodded inwardly, understanding why Teng Ao, at such a young age, was able to lead such a vast business empire—ability, demeanor, background, and a precise grasp of government relations were all indispensable.

However, this gentleness and warmth suddenly changed in the next instant!

"Next!" Teng Ao's voice suddenly rose, his previous gentle smile vanished instantly, and his eyes became sharp as knives as he swept across the entire room, an invisible sense of oppression spreading out from him:

"I hereby declare that the negotiation meeting regarding the permanent location of Longyu Group's global headquarters is now officially open!"

"Whoosh—!"

The applause erupted like a long-accumulated flood, resounding throughout the state guest hall.

But the applause quickly subsided, replaced by an even more solemn silence.

Everyone held their breath, staring intently at Teng Ao with expressions of tension, anticipation, and even a hint of fear, as if his next words would determine the fate of countless people and the future of the city.

Teng Ao's gaze was calm, yet carried a penetrating power as he slowly swept his eyes across every face in the audience:

"Now, esteemed leaders, please submit your investment promotion plans in turn!"

As soon as he finished speaking, his assistant immediately took action, walking briskly but methodically towards the key figures in the front row.

Guangdong Province, Shanghai, Nanchang City... one after another, the weighty proposals that embodied countless wisdom and hard work and carried great expectations were solemnly received and then neatly stacked on the large dais in front of Teng Ao.

The pile of documents resembled a small mountain, symbolizing the resources and aspirations poured in from all over the world.

Without uttering any further words, Teng Ao solemnly distributed the documents to Yan Ruge, who was beside him, as well as several core department heads including Tang Zhe, Lü Tianxin, Tang Li, and Li Chuxi. Each person received several copies and began their tense review.

Time seemed to stretch out infinitely at this moment, or perhaps it suddenly froze.

A suffocating silence fell over the venue.

All that could be heard was the soft rustling of papers turning over, and the changing expressions of several senior executives of Longyu, sometimes frowning, sometimes deep in thought.

Below the stage, every official subconsciously controlled their breathing, afraid that even the slightest heavy breathing would disturb the fateful review on the stage and break the fragile balance.

The feeling was like walking alone in a dark, dark alley where you couldn't see your hand in front of your face, with every step filled with the unknown and a sense of urgency.

This deathly silence lasted for an unknown amount of time, seemingly an eternity.

finally--

"call……"

A long, distinctly disappointed sigh escaped Teng Ao's lips, breaking the suffocating silence.

He slowly raised his head, his gaze sweeping over Yan Rugo, Tang Zhe, Lü Tianxin, and the others around him.

Yan Rugo, along with several other department heads, almost simultaneously shook their heads slightly, but clearly, at Teng Ao.

This subtle movement was like throwing a boulder into a calm lake!

It was not just a rejection, but more like a heavy hammer blow that struck the hearts of every investment manager and team member in the audience!

Everyone's heart sank at that moment, and an ominous premonition, like an icy tide, instantly overwhelmed them.

Teng Ao slowly stood up. His face was no longer gentle or sharp as before; only a businesslike and resolute air remained.

His voice, amplified by the microphone, struck everyone's eardrums with crystal clarity:

"I'm so sorry." His first words sent the hearts of countless people in the audience plummeting to the bottom.

"It's possible that... the location of Longyu Group's headquarters needs to be discussed at a later time."

A collective gasp filled the room.

Teng Ao continued, his tone even carrying a hint of regret:

"Dear leaders, please believe that the planning proposals you submitted are actually... without any problems, and in fact, they are very well done and very comprehensive."

His tone suddenly shifted, like a sharp sword being drawn:

"But..." This "but" made everyone's hearts tighten again.

"Currently, in the view of the management of Longyu Group, these plans still have many...fundamental shortcomings!"

His voice gradually rose, carrying an insight and harshness beyond his years:

"Because your plan would be flawless in any typical large corporation, a perfect template! But Longyu Group—is different!"

He emphasized unequivocally: Longyu Group is a comprehensive international business giant aspiring to lead the times and cover the globe!

Our company's core value is to stay at the forefront of the times!

This means that everything we do, including the location and planning of our headquarters, must be examined and arranged with unconventional and disruptive innovative concepts!

His gaze sharpened as he swept over the officials below the stage, whose faces were beginning to turn pale.

"Therefore, it is with great regret that, from the plans submitted by everyone, neither I nor my team see a holistic and forward-looking layout that can carry the future soul of Longyu Group and match our disruptive strategy!"

He concluded, "So... I'm sorry! This negotiation failed to achieve its intended goals. We apologize for the wasted trip for all the leaders."

"President Teng!"

A hurried voice suddenly rang out! The person in charge of the Magic City could no longer sit still. He stood up abruptly, his face filled with disbelief and a hint of anxious reluctance:

"Mr. Teng! What you just said about staying at the forefront of the times and having innovative ideas is something we understand and agree with! We've already prepared extremely detailed and forward-looking plans in our planning documents!"

He looked around as if seeking support: I believe that the teams from other provinces and cities present here will also put in a lot of effort in this regard!

Could it be... could it be that, Mr. Teng, you... you didn't like any of the proposals from so many top teams? You didn't even select a single suitable region?

His question revealed the immense doubt and disappointment in the hearts of everyone present.

Countless gazes, filled with the last glimmer of hope and even a hint of doubt, once again focused on Teng Ao.

The pressure, like a real mountain, weighed heavily on the young CEO's shoulders.

How will he answer? Is the selection of the headquarters location for Longyu Group really going to be shelved?