Zhongjiang Industrial and Jiang Corporation were not at all on the same level.
One Zhongjiang Industrial could match more than a dozen Jiang Corporations.
Logically, when it came to signing contracts, it should be someone from Jiang Corporation running eagerly to Zhongjiang Industrial.
But in reality, Zhang Qi, the president of Zhongjiang Industrial, actually said he would come over to sign the contract himself.
And he was coming in person.
Around a dozen BMWs parked outside the Jiang Corporation building truly made for a grand sight.
Jiang Tian, Jiang Dong, and the others waited anxiously outside the main entrance.
Xiao Chen and Jiang Meng might not have to wait, but they dared not do otherwise.
Offending President Zhang would spell trouble for Jiang Corporation.
"President Zhang, you've arrived!"
Jiang Tian personally opened the car door, holding his hand over his head, and smiled obsequiously.
"Hmm!"
Zhang Qi responded nonchalantly and stepped out of the car.
Then he said, "Where is your General Manager Jiang Meng?"
"President Zhang, out of respect for you, I, the Chairman, have personally come to receive you.
Jiang Meng just joined us today and is still going through the onboarding process."
Jiang Tian said with a smile.
He seemed to think that he, an acting chairman, definitely had more clout than Jiang Meng, the general manager.
But Zhang Qi felt somewhat disdainful in his heart.
If it were not for Jiang Meng being the boss's woman, he would have had no interest in doing business with the declining Jiang Corporation.
"Take me to President Jiang!"
Zhang Qi said indifferently.
This Jiang Tian really couldn't see the situation clearly; cozying up to Jiang Meng was the way to ensure good days ahead.
What a fool!
Jiang Tian nodded: "This way, please!"
He didn't dare to pick fights now.
The incident during the press conference was still fresh in his mind.
Picking fights now would only be asking for trouble.
Many in the company heard that President Zhang had arrived; they were like fans seeing a superstar, coming out to watch.
After all, Zhang Qi was something of a legend in Linhai.
At twenty-two, he was already the manager of the Tianbin Hotel.
At thirty-two, he became the president of Zhongjiang Industrial, ranked among the top three in Linhai.
A true Diamond Bachelor.
Young and wealthy, he was the Prince Charming in the eyes of countless women.
"Do you think Jiang Meng will change her mind when she sees President Zhang?"
"Isn't that obvious? President Zhang is young and rich, and also good-looking.
What does that son-in-law Xiao Chen have?
A scruffy uncle with a beard, although younger than President Zhang, he looks a decade older."
"I think if he shaved, he'd be quite handsome."
"Handsome enough to be a meal? Silly girl, so naive. Once you're older, you'll understand that being handsome is useless; it's the money that's important."
People were discussing privately, gathering around the general manager's office.
Jiang Tian did not stop them; it was as if he wanted to intentionally make Xiao Chen the butt of the joke.
That guy Xiao Chen had shown him up several times.
He really wanted to see Jiang Meng flirting with another man in front of Xiao Chen.
It would be nice to anger that fellow to death.
At the same time, inside the general manager's office.
Jiang Meng sat there feeling ill at ease.
Because sitting across from her was Andi, the female president of Xiao Corporation, whose status was far above President Zhang.
"This office doesn't match your stature, President Jiang."
Andi suddenly spoke up.
"No no no, how could that be? Such a large office, I never even dared to dream of it before,"
Jiang Meng quickly waved her hand and said.
"It's a bit small, and the furnishings are too spartan."
Xiao Chen said indifferently: "Andi, Xiao Corporation is now the actual controlling shareholder of Zhongjiang Industrial.
For the future perfect collaboration between Jiang and Xiao Corporations.
Perhaps you could sponsor some things?"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Meng was startled.
She quickly covered Xiao Chen's mouth: "Uncle, how can you call her Andi? You should call her President Andi!
And what are you asking for?"
"Xiao Corporation is willing to do business with us, the Jiang Clan, and that in itself is a grace we wouldn't dare to ask for."
Unexpectedly, Andi on the other side said, "Mr. Xiao is right, this office needs to be at least doubled in size, with a dedicated gym and entertainment facilities.
Also, I heard President Jiang doesn't have a car, right?
So, accompany me to the 4S shop later.
Do you prefer BMW or Mercedes-Benz?
If you don't like either, feel free to pick any other brand. I'll give you any car under ten million!"
Jiang Meng heard this and almost lost her wits.
What's going on here?
Her mind was in complete disarray, unable to catch up with the turn of events.
At that moment, there was a knock on the door from outside.
Watching this unfold, Jiang Tian and the others were stunned.
Zhang Qi stopped Jiang Tian from opening the door and chose to knock instead.
That's the president of Zhongjiang Industrial showing such politeness?
Could it be that he knows President Andi from Xiao Corporation is inside?
"Come in!"
The voice of Xiao Chen came from inside.
Jiang Meng had intended to get up and open the door herself.
But Xiao Chen stopped her.
His wife was one of the most honorable women in the world.
How could she open the door for someone else?
"What an attitude!"
Zhang Qi's secretary muttered under her breath.
The color drained from Zhang Qi's face in an instant, and he turned to look at his pretty secretary: "You don't have to come to work tomorrow!"
What!
Seeing this scene, everyone was shocked again.
What's the situation?
Just because the secretary complained about Jiang Meng, Zhang Qi is going to fire her?
"President Zhang, I was wrong!"
The secretary was nearly in tears.
However, Zhang Qi didn't look back, entering the office with a smile on his face.
His demeanor was extremely respectful.
Everyone thought he would greet Andi first.
But to everyone's surprise, he went straight to Jiang Meng.
He bowed deeply and said, "President Jiang, I'm terribly sorry for being late. As an apology,
the things President Andi mentioned will be provided by me personally."
Ah?
Hearing this, and seeing the scene, everyone outside the door was spellbound.
Jiang Tian pinched himself hard, thinking he was dreaming.
This scenario, which should have been impossible in reality, had actually happened.
What's going on?
President Zhang wasn't just forgiving Jiang Meng for her discourtesy, he was actually groveling.
And he even wanted to apologize?
Since when did Zhongjiang Industrial act so subserviently before Jiang Corporation?
This was previously unthinkable.
Boss Chen always looked down on Jiang Corporation.
In the past, to ingratiate himself with Boss Chen, Jiang Tian even went so far as to let his wife accompany him for drinks.
But now, it seemed as though everything was turned upside down?
This is insane!
"Little Zhang, I promised Jiang Meng a car under ten million, as a gift," Andi said.
"President Andi, I happened to overhear just now.
No problem at all. Not just ten million, even a thirty million car, I'll give as a gift," Zhang Qi said, smiling.
"That's settled then."
Andi: "Then, later, you take Mr. Xiao and Jiang Meng to the car dealership."
"No problem at all!"
Zhang Qi nodded: "Serving President Jiang is my great fortune in life!"