Then, it was time to take pictures.
Lin Beifan beckoned, "Brother come here, let's take a photo!"
Ye Xingchen was a little embarrassed, "Is it really necessary?"
"Where wouldn't it be necessary? It's a memorable moment, don't be shy, come on!"
Lin Beifan pulled Ye Xingchen to stand together.
An employee picked up the mobile phone, "You two, please come over, smile!"
The screen froze.
In the photo, Lin Beifan stood on the left, wearing a slim-fitting silver-gray designer suit, standing upright, wearing shiny leather shoes, with a bright smile, looking like a prominent leader.
And our protagonist, Ye Xingchen, stood on the right, wearing a rustic bodyguard uniform, with a large rustic red flower hanging on his body, holding a huge medal in his hand, smiling like a fool.
After the photo was taken, Lin Beifan held up the champagne and said loudly, "Now, let's toast to Brother Ye! At the same time, I wish our company prosperity and better development! Cheers!"
"Cheers!" Everyone said in unison.
After the toast, the atmosphere relaxed, and everyone indulged in the delicious spread of food, engaging in lively conversations. Lin Beifan took this opportunity to mingle with the staff, using his persuasive charm to build connections and strengthen relationships.
Throughout the gathering, Ye Xingchen remained by Lin Beifan's side, receiving special attention and care from him. Lin Beifan personally served him food and poured his wine, demonstrating his appreciation and favor towards Ye Xingchen.
Despite some murmurs of envy from others, Lin Beifan's favoritism towards Ye Xingchen continued to manifest. This favoritism extended even to the department meeting that followed the celebration dinner, where Lin Beifan ensured Ye Xingchen's presence and seated him beside himself with great respect.
During the meeting, Lin Beifan reaffirmed the department's focus on the securities market, emphasizing the importance of investment strategy and future direction. Ye Xingchen's prominent presence at the meeting further solidified his elevated status within the company.
Ye Xingchen couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment. Lin Beifan's relentless pursuit of the stock market was concerning, as Ye Xingchen knew firsthand the dangers of such ventures.
In an attempt to steer Lin Beifan away from the risky stock market, Ye Xingchen interjected, suggesting alternative investment opportunities in thriving sectors like education, live streaming, and delivery industries. Although his interruption was met with some discontent from the others, Ye Xingchen's advice was sound, considering the current state of the securities market.
Acknowledging the validity of Ye Xingchen's point, Lin Beifan maintained his composure and explained his perspective. While he recognized the potential of other industries, he emphasized the need for thorough research before making any investment decisions. In his view, investing in the stock market, despite its current downturn, presented an opportunity for greater returns compared to leaving money idly in the bank.
Despite Ye Xingchen's efforts, Lin Beifan remained steadfast in his commitment to the stock market, leaving Ye Xingchen feeling increasingly frustrated and uncertain about how to thwart Lin Beifan's risky ambitions.
Ye Xingchen secretly breathed a sigh of relief, glad that Lin Beifan hadn't given up on investing in those industries. He was determined to see how Lin Beifan would eventually fail.
"Next, let's do some financial planning," Lin Beifan said after distributing the funds, leaving only 50 million remaining.
At that moment, Lin Beifan turned to Ye Xingchen with a smile and said, "Brother Ye, there's still 50 million left! Why don't you take charge of this money?"
Everyone was shocked, including Ye Xingchen himself.
"Mr. Lin, you're giving me the opportunity to manage it?" Ye Xingchen pointed to himself in disbelief.
"Yes!" Lin Beifan nodded decisively. "After all, you brought in the money, so it's only fair that you have a say in how it's used. Plus, I've always believed that you have a knack for investing and a keen sense of opportunity. You can't be a bodyguard forever! I hope you'll take this chance to gain valuable experience and eventually move on to bigger things."
Ye Xingchen nervously asked, "Can I really do this? What if I fail?"
"It's my responsibility if things go south, but do you dare to take the risk? I believe in your judgment, brother. You won't disappoint me," Lin Beifan replied with a meaningful smile.
Ye Xingchen suddenly felt a surge of excitement. This was his chance! With 50 million at his disposal after losing this money, I'll use the opportunity to persuade you to invest in tangible assets, causing you even greater losses!
But just as he was getting ready to seize the opportunity, objections arose.
"No, I object!"
"Ye Xingchen is just a bodyguard. He lacks expertise in this field and is unqualified to handle such a large sum of money."
"Even if you want to give him experience, this amount is excessive! 1 million would be sufficient!"
"Mr. Lin, please reconsider!"
Lin Beifan intervened firmly, "I've made my decision. Let's adjourn the meeting."