Chapter 74 He had prepared everything for her
When Tian Jiayue and Sun Gang arrived at the hospital, Qin Qiao, who had been unconscious for a day, had just woken up, her eyes still somewhat dazed.
A tear suddenly rolled down her left eye. Tian Jiayue felt extremely distressed upon seeing this and immediately took out a tissue to gently wipe it away for her.
"Sister-in-law..." Tian Jiayue's throat tightened as if something scalding hot was blocking it.
She was truly heartbroken these past few days since her brother went missing. His life had been a struggle, a constant arduous journey. He had finally reached a point of relative peace, only to be separated from his sister-in-law for so many years due to their divorce. Now, his sister-in-law was finally back, his children were back with him, and yet this had happened...
"Why are you here?" Qin Qiao turned her head to look at her, her voice terribly hoarse.
“I called Officer Ma, and he told me you were at the hospital…” Tian Jiayue glanced towards the door. “President Sun is here too; he’s outside.”
Qin Qiao's fever hadn't subsided yet. Only after the IV drip was finished did she get up, put on her coat, and go outside to find Sun Gang. The two took the elevator to the first floor together, and with Sun Gang's guidance, they walked through the covered walkway and found a coffee shop among the shops.
The two sat down one after the other. Sun Gang placed his briefcase beside him, beckoned to the waiter, and ordered hot milk and a hot Americano.
After he finished ordering, Qin Qiao asked, "Brother Sun, how did you know there was a coffee shop here?"
Sun Gang smiled and said, "This hospital is newly built. Newly built hospitals usually have these supporting facilities. When I got here, I asked the guide first, and she gave me directions."
Indeed, many hospitals are now developing into hospital complexes, complete with pharmacies, convenience stores, casual dining shops, and coffee shops, to meet the needs of patients, their families, and medical staff for extended stays.
Qin Qiao said admiringly, "Brother Sun, you are still so thoughtful."
“I got used to it. Back then, no matter where I went to meet clients, I would always look for a coffee shop first,” Sun Gang said.
Their last meeting was brief, so this time they chatted about some lighthearted memories for about ten minutes before Sun steered the conversation to the main topic.
Sun Gang came here specifically to obtain a copy of a share transfer agreement that Chen Jiashu had given him in September of the year before last. The conditions for triggering the document's issuance are synchronized with the trigger conditions in the company's articles of association.
—If the person who set up the agreement experiences an accident (incapacity, death, or disappearance) for fifteen days, the agreement will automatically take effect.
"Share transfer?" Qin Qiao interrupted softly after listening for a while.
“Yes,” Sun Gang explained, “According to the agreement, Chairman Chen transferred 10% of his company shares to you. In addition, in the revised version last October, he gifted another 10% of the shares to your child, to be held by you on his behalf until he comes of age.”
Qin Qiao mentally reviewed the situation: In September of the year before last, which was the third month after his eye problems started, Chen Jiashu signed this transfer agreement, giving her 10% of the shares; in October of last year, after learning that he had two children, he gave another 10% to Xixi and Zhaoye.
On the eve of their remarriage, Jia Shu gave her an irrevocable trust containing all his disposable income from the past four years... He always did this, using everything he had to pave the way for her, no, now it's for them, but he never considered himself.
Tears welled up in her eyes, and Qin Qiao immediately looked away, gazing at the three-story-tall cedar tree outside the window.
Snow still clung to the dark green branches and leaves; when the wind blew, the leaves swayed, and snowflakes fell in a soft rustling sound.
Sun Gang could tell that Qin Qiao was very agitated. After a moment of silence, he said, "Chairman Chen is an entrepreneur who pays great attention to risk control. This equity transfer agreement is also part of his precautionary planning."
Having calmed down somewhat, Qin Qiao turned to meet Sun Gang's gaze and asked, "Does the Articles of Association state that after fifteen days, Zhu Ao temporarily assumes the powers of the chairman?" Any company of a certain size will have Articles of Association. These are ways for entrepreneurs to prepare for possible "unexpected" situations in the future, ensuring that they will not fall into a "power vacuum" and decision-making paralysis due to special circumstances.
Sun Gang nodded: "This key person clause in the Articles of Association was discussed at the board meeting three years ago when it was revised, and the core management team is aware of this arrangement."
He saw the confusion in Qin Qiao's eyes and understood what it meant. He explained, "It was originally intended for General Manager Zhang. When the plan was submitted to General Manager Zhang for review, he shook his head and felt it was not suitable. He then strongly recommended General Manager Zhu to Chairman Chen."
"It's because of health reasons." Sun Gang's eyes revealed regret and admiration. "In President Zhang's heart, the company's interests always outweigh personal gains and losses. He voluntarily resigned precisely to avoid leaving any hidden dangers for the company."
Speaking of Zhang Shuang, Qin Qiao felt a pang of sadness. This seemingly unruly and flamboyant man was actually just like Chen Jiashu in his heart, always putting his own interests after his responsibilities.
And what about Zhu Ao? Fifteen years ago, Zhu Ao was a senior in college. When Chen Jiashu was attacked and slandered by netizens, he not only posted on the forum to support Jiashu, but also led a group of classmates who believed in Chen Jiashu's character to the TV station to clear his name.
They were all pure-hearted back then, which is why they came together and became a strong "golden duo".
I don't know if I'm just overthinking it, or if it's because I'm a family member of Jia Shu and I feel resentful that Zhu Ao hasn't come to visit even once since the incident happened, but I feel that this man seems to have undergone some subtle changes.
Although she once said, "Let him focus on company affairs."
The waiter came up, placed the milk and coffee from the tray next to them, and then quietly withdrew.
Sun Gang turned sideways, opened his briefcase, took out the backup agreement, and gently pushed it in front of Qin Qiao: "The document stipulates that you have two choices: exercise your right to realize the cash or choose to hold the shares."
Qin Qiao opened the document, turned to the first page, and was immediately struck by the neat, bold text. "Exercising the right to liquidate" meant she could convert her shares into cash. Alternatively, she could choose to hold them; based on her shareholding percentage, she would have the right to join the group's board of directors—a position Chen Jiashu had already reserved for her.
She took a deep breath, her heart filled with mixed emotions.
She used to blame Chen Jiashu for making decisions and choices for her.
In reality, the choice always belonged to her.
Before marriage, she wanted to keep it a secret, and Chen Jiashu agreed. After marriage, she often went abroad for short stays, and Chen Jiashu respected her decision. Even when it came to having children, she didn't want to have any for the time being, and Chen Jiashu let her have her way.
His choice for her was never about depriving her of her personal freedom, but about shielding her from hardship; his love was always expressed through action and protection.
It was she who had been misunderstanding him all along.
Seeing that Qin Qiao had a blank expression again, Sun Gang waited a while before saying, "Qin Qiao... as your friend of many years, allow me to speak from my own heart." He transcended professional and occupational boundaries and continued, "'Qiao Shu' is the culmination of Jia Shu's efforts. With Jia Shu gone, there are undercurrents in various aspects of the board of directors. Now, only your status as the 'founder's wife' can keep them in check and restrain many of their inappropriate thoughts."
Qin Qiao curled her fingers and scratched her palm with her nails.
Joining the group meant she had to return to Lanchuan, but she came here to go back with Jiashu.
He was here, she could really feel his presence. How... how could she abandon him again?
Qin Qiao neither agreed nor refused; she hesitated. Sun Gang didn't rush her but changed the subject to talk about the children. After sitting for about half an hour, they parted ways in the coffee shop.
Back in the ward, Tian Jiayue told her that Chen Jiashu's first retinal detachment occurred four years ago, right when he accidentally overdosed on antidepressants and, after being resuscitated, discovered he couldn't see. He underwent immediate surgery, which prevented severe damage to his vision.
After Tian Jiayue left, Qin Qiao fell asleep with tears in her eyes.
In her dream, she returned to many years ago, to the day when Chen Jiashu was designing the group's name.
The bright sunlight, like a light veil, gently enveloped half of the office. She stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, feeling the warm embrace.
She turned around, looked at the man's focused profile for a few seconds, then quickly walked to his side: "Do you need me to give you some advice?"
Chen Jiashu put down his pen and, as if presenting a treasure, held up the A4 paper filled with writing in front of her.
The paper listed the names of many groups, but one was circled in red – “Qiaoshu”.
His smile was brighter than the sunlight outside the window, tinged with a hint of pride: "Why don't we use your name? 'Qiao' is a good character; it means trees and also represents you."
Qin Qiao pointed to herself: "My name? And yours?"
Chen Jiashu pointed to the words next to him: "'Tree'? Doesn't my name have the character 'tree' in it? 'Qiaoshu' has your 'Qiao' and my 'tree'. Put them together, and it becomes our group."
Qin Qiao took the paper and read it aloud softly: "'Qiao Shu'? It sounds very poetic."
Chen Jiashu pulled her over and made her sit on his lap, wrapping his arms around her waist: "Yes, 'Qiaoshu' not only represents the two of us, but also symbolizes the power of being rooted in the earth and growing upward. Just like our group, it will definitely grow strong and flourish."
Qin Qiao looked up at him.
Her narrow eyes curved into a smile, her pupils shining brightly like a mirror, reflecting her radiant smile: "From now on, our group will be called 'Qiaoshu'?"
Chen Jiashu hugged her tighter: "Yes, 'Qiaoshu' is our beginning and our future."
She nodded gently: "Okay, then let's call it 'Tall Tree'."
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