Chen Xin was in a terrible mood, extremely terrible, especially after just seeing someone she least wanted to see, making her mood even worse.
Those who knew Chen Xin well understood that the cooler, more expressionless, and quieter she was, the more intense the storm she was brewing.
A good family background and upbringing had given Chen Xin the skill to control her emotions and facial expressions, but she was still young and couldn't maintain a completely calm and unbothered demeanor.
Chen Xin walked out of the hospital with a calm expression, and the bodyguards waiting on both sides immediately opened the door of a Mercedes-Benz business car.
Chen Xin's eyebrows furrowed slightly, but she didn't say anything and got in.
"Little Miss, you've really put us through a tough time," a middle-aged man in a black suit said to Chen Xin as she got in, smiling bitterly. "Master and Madam already know about your situation and have scolded us harshly over the phone."
The car had already started, and Chen Xin was looking out the window intently, as if she hadn't heard the middle-aged man's voice.
The middle-aged man wasn't upset, as years of interaction had taught him about his young mistress's temperament. He continued, "Fortunately, this time you encountered two small thugs who didn't know your identity and just wanted money. If it had been someone else..." The middle-aged man paused, "The consequences would have been unimaginable."
Chen Xin still didn't react.
"Little Miss, if you really want to get rid of the people I've arranged for you, you should at least go to some crowded public places. You..."
"How's the thing I asked you to do going?"
Chen Xin's sudden question caught the middle-aged man off guard, interrupting what he was about to say. He collected himself before answering, "I've already reported it to Master, and he's searching through his connections to find the best brain specialist."
"Tell my dad that if we can't find someone in the country, we'll look abroad and bring in top international experts. He must wake up, I owe him a favor."
"That's natural." The middle-aged man nodded. Ever since she was young, the little miss had been very independent, rarely asking for help. Now that she finally needed something from the master, he would be more than happy to help, not to mention any hesitation?
Thinking about the hearty laughter from the master when he reported the situation, the middle-aged man felt that following the little miss was an extremely correct decision. If only... the little miss could be a bit more obedient.
The middle-aged man thought about the little miss's silent but rebellious nature, and her often surprising actions, and couldn't help but feel a bit helpless. This generation of young masters and misses was really hard to handle.
"Also, Little Miss, you've been out for a long time now, and the school is urging you to return. Master also thinks that... What do you think?"
"Have the company's issues been resolved?"
"This..." The middle-aged man couldn't help but show a bitter smile, not answering directly meant refusal. The little miss was indeed difficult to handle.
"These matters... Little Miss, forgive me for being blunt, but it's not time for you to worry about them yet."
"Uncle Chen." Chen Xin turned her head for the first time, her beautiful face expressionless as she looked at the middle-aged man and said, "I'm not a child anymore. I've learned about Chen Group's situation through my sister. You're an old employee of the company and in charge of the W City branch. You should be clear about these situations. Tell me, is the company's situation not as simple and lightly described by my father?"
"These matters should be left to Young Master Chen Cheng to worry about. You, Little Miss, should focus on your studies. The master will arrange everything for you." The middle-aged man smiled, changing the subject, "You've been in W City for so long, and you haven't had time to visit due to various matters. Today, you finally have time. Tell me where you'd like to go, Little Miss, and I'll accompany you for a good visit."
"Uncle Chen, you should know why I ran from the capital to here. Are you still going to keep it from me?" Chen Xin remained unmoved, continuing, "In the entire Chen family, only you have watched me grow up. I've seen you more times than my father, and you understand me better than anyone else. You know my temperament, Uncle Chen. So, do you really think I would willingly become a sacrifice for the company's interests?"
The middle-aged man's expression changed slightly, then he smiled bitterly, "So, Little Miss, you already know?"
"If you're talking about marrying me off to certain people, yes." Chen Xin's expression remained calm, as if the sacrifice she was talking about wasn't herself.
"Some people in the company indeed see it as the company's only lifeline." Uncle Chen fell silent for a moment, sighing, "Little Miss, I can understand how you feel after hearing this news, and I can understand your anger and running away from home. But anger won't solve the problem; it's the most useless emotion."
"There are many helplessness and regrets in this world, and many insignificant angers. Little Miss, a king's anger can sweep through thousands of miles, while a commoner's anger can only spill blood three feet around. Do you know the difference between the two?"
"Just like what you did this time, running from the capital to W City, going to great lengths to shake off the protectors I arranged for you. Do you know how dangerous this behavior is?"
"Yes, you're showing your anger to the master and madam, and to all the decision-makers, making your stance clear. But what's the result? The result is that you put yourself in danger, implicated innocent people, and had to rely on the person you least wanted to see to solve it. In the end, it's because you're not strong enough, Little Miss. If you could decide the company's rise and fall with a single word, if you could solve the company's difficulties with a single word, then who would dare to think of using you as a bargaining chip?"
"You see, your anger not only failed to solve the problem you encountered, but it also complicated the issue. And you, in the end, still have to continue along the initial trajectory."
"Do you still think your approach was correct?"
Chen Xin remained silent, seemingly thinking deeply about something. After a long time, she finally raised her head.
"What exactly is the problem with the company?"
"That's the essence and attitude of solving problems." The middle-aged man showed a slight smile. "However, it's a long story. If Little Miss wants to hear it, let's go to the branch where I'll explain it to you slowly."
Saying this, the middle-aged man instructed faintly, "Go to the company branch."
On the bustling street, a black Mercedes-Benz business van merged into the traffic and disappeared in a flash.
...
Several hours later, in an office on one of the upper floors of the most central office building in W City.
A hint of anger finally appeared on Chen Xin's usually calm face, her small fists clenched tightly together.
"That's how it is, Little Miss." The middle-aged man showed a hint of helplessness: "Now, only this company in Japan has the key technology we need, but the president of their China division seems unwilling to sell this technology."
"We've also learned from the side that this technology is indeed a key technology that Japan has restricted from exporting. However, the equipment can be exported; the key still lies with people."
"After several changes in leadership, the president of the company's China division is now a Ethnic Chinese and you should already know his name."
Chen Xin nodded.
"His son is the subject of this alliance."
Chen Xin's grip tightened, her lips pursed in silence.
"If it's just a matter of technological development, our company might face a cash crunch, but it wouldn't be completely stuck. But the problem is, the real estate company under our group just won a piece of land in S City at the end of last year, tying up a large amount of capital; and we signed a bet contract, if the company can't produce the finished product within the specified time, the group will have to pay a huge amount of liquidated damages and shares to the other party. By then, all of the company's liquid funds and real estate will be tied up..."
The middle-aged man shook his head.
"In the end, it's still about our inability to retain talent."
"How much time do we have left?"
The middle-aged man extended a finger, "One month, at most one month we need to come up with a technical plan, otherwise, the group will be forced into acquisition."
"I understand." Chen Xin stood up and walked towards the door.
The middle-aged man couldn't help but feel distressed: "Little Miss, where are you going again?"
"To the hospital."
The middle-aged man shook his head slightly and signaled to the two men beside him, who immediately followed suit.
Looking at the rapidly departing figure, the middle-aged man's expression was somewhat sad, and he shook his head as he sat down.
"Master, you really made a mistake this time."
"Sigh..."
A long sigh echoed in the empty office.