CHAPTER 61: CHAPTER 60: MEETING

Lancy Country’s Cui’er and the Shangdong Group started collaborating five years ago, and this year marks the fifth year.

The direct profits from their collaboration have reached several million, and indirect profits have exceeded hundreds of millions.

Moreover, since Wei Xueqing returned, they have transformed from a multi-faceted collaborative company to an original company, now aiming to cut down some unnecessary projects during the restructuring.

Thus, upon hearing that they would be negotiating the Cui’er project in Lancy Country today, everyone in the company mobilized, eager to be involved.

Due to a batch of the veterans being laid off by Wei Xueqing, many positions in the Cui’er team are vacant.

Early this morning, Cheng Yang arrived at the president’s office.

"President Wei, I have previously been on business trips to Lancy Country and toured there several times, so I am quite familiar with the area. I believe I am suitable to participate in this project," Cheng Yang volunteered.

Wei Xueqing thought for a moment, nodded, and said, "Alright, prepare yourself and join the meeting later."

"Okay, thank you, President Wei!"

Cheng Yang was delighted, and as he turned to leave, he glanced proudly at Yang Chen who was sitting in a corner behind the screen, then swaggered out.

Yang Chen couldn’t help but find it amusing; who is this guy showing off to?

After organizing the materials, Wei Xueqing checked the time, ready to start the meeting.

"Zhou Lan!" Wei Xueqing called out.

Zhou Lan walked in.

"Count the number of people for this business trip, make sure the passports are settled by this afternoon, and don’t forget Yang Chen, hurry up!"

"Yes!"

Eight o’clock.

Inside the conference room.

Yang Chen sat in a corner seat, quietly observing the imposing presence of Wei Xueqing.

This time, there were ten people in total, including a Federation Language translator, a Lancy Language consultant, and an accountant...

The team was well-organized.

These people were curious too; although they had seen Yang Chen in the company, they didn’t know his exact role or relationship with Wei Xueqing.

Wei Xueqing glanced at the crowd, and said solemnly, "Those of you who are sitting here today are the elite of the company; your abilities are recognized. I hope you carefully study the files and data reports you hold. This trip to Lancy Country must succeed without fail!"

Next, Wei Xueqing explained the plan and direction of collaboration using a PPT presentation.

Afterward, the team engaged in intense discussion.

Cheng Yang suddenly asked, "President Wei, what is Yang Chen’s responsibility in this trip? Although we are on a company-paid business trip, it’s not a tourist activity!"

His remark was abrupt, catching many off guard and without reaction.

Everyone was surprised, uncertain why Cheng Yang was targeting Yang Chen so specifically.

Yang Chen became interested, with a curious look at Cheng Yang.

What is this guy planning to do?

Cheng Yang noticed Yang Chen watching him and said, "Assistant Yang, I have no other intentions, but the cost of traveling to and from Lancy Country is not low. Adding in accommodation and meals, all need to be reimbursed by the company. Hence, some unnecessary individuals indeed should not occupy a spot. I’m just considering the company’s interests."

On hearing these words, Wei Xueqing’s eyebrows furrowed slightly.

She noted some harsh terms: company-paid trip, not a tourist activity, unnecessary people.

The meaning was clear; Cheng Yang was asserting that Yang Chen is useless and should not participate in the Lancy Country activities.

Yang Chen stood up, drawing everyone’s attention to him.

He walked over to sit opposite Cheng Yang, stared at him, and asked, "Are you saying I am of no use or contribution to the team, thus unnecessary?"

Cheng Yang replied, "The words may sound unpleasant, but they’re true. The negotiation this time is crucial for our Group, hence we need a team of elites fully committed!"

Yang Chen chuckled and said fluently in Lancy Language, "And you? What use are you?"

Upon hearing a pure Lancy accent, everyone was stunned and looked at Yang Chen, puzzled by his statement.

Cheng Yang was unsure too, but recognized it seemed like Lancy Language, his expression turning sour.

Yang Chen said, "Firstly, let me introduce myself. I am Yang Chen, Wei’s assistant and bodyguard, and also the translator for this trip to Lancy Country. The intention letter in your hands was translated by me."

Everyone had seen this intention letter, and its translation was very accurate, leading them to admire Yang Chen.

Instead, Cheng Yang’s expression was as if he had swallowed a fly, unpleasant.

Yang Chen stared at Cheng Yang and asked, "We have a Federation Language translator in our team since the usage of Federation Language is broad, hence essential. As for Lancy Language translation, that’s me. It’s crucial for communicating with their locals, so my role cannot be overlooked. But you, Manager Cheng, what about your role? As far as I know, you’re from the Public Relations Department, right? In a country where you’re unfamiliar with the language, your skills might be of no use."

"I..." Cheng Yang’s face turned livid, angrily saying, "I’m, I’m responsible for the project negotiation!"

"Sorry, you’re not!" Yang Chen pressed on, saying, "President Wei is in charge of the project negotiations; we’re all just assisting! You claim you often negotiate with others, have experience, sorry, our accountant is more professional! You say you can design plans, sorry, our professional designer is more skilled. So tell me, what’s your value?"

"I..." Cheng Yang was at a loss, feeling out of place.

"See!" Yang Chen continued relentlessly, "You can’t even outargue me, a bodyguard, yet you plan to negotiate? As far as I know, those international brand executives are experienced and ruthless; are you ready to face them? Tsk tsk!"

Cheng Yang’s face turned purple with rage, thoughts racing but unable to find words to refute. Finally, he slammed the table and stood, pointing at Yang Chen and scolding, "You, an assistant, what qualifications do you have to criticize me? Do you know how many years I’ve worked at this company? How much profit I’ve generated? I’ve handled more projects than you have seen in your life, what qualifies you! This isn’t negotiation, it’s nonsense, completely unpresentable!"

Upon hearing these words, Wei Xueqing’s delicate brows furrowed together.

Who is Yang Chen?

Yang Chen is her assistant and bodyguard.

Bottom line, Yang Chen is her person!

Who manages whose person? Wei Xueqing’s people are not others’ pawns, especially since Wei Xueqing is protective by nature.

She glared at Cheng Yang and scolded softly, "Enough!"

Seeing Wei Xueqing angry, Cheng Yang quickly sat down, not daring to look up at her.

The entire company feared Wei Xueqing, why? Because since she came to the company, she turned it into a battlefield, purging many. Those remaining are warriors; those who can’t keep pace would be mercilessly ousted by her.

Anger her, who knows if you’ll get fired?