Chapter 234 Hardcore Operation
In the afternoon, dozens of inspection vehicles with the "Hot Wheels Peace of Mind Plan" logo printed on them were neatly lined up in front of the Hot Wheels company gate, and technicians in uniform were on standby.
The media and onlookers who had rushed to the scene after hearing the news packed the scene tightly. Under the live camera, Meng Rong stood on a makeshift stage, facing the flash lights and spoke calmly:
"Starting today, Hot Wheels will open a 24-hour emergency service hotline. All owners of our tires can make an appointment for an on-site inspection. If there are any problems with the tires, we will unconditionally replace them free of charge."
He held up a document and said, "This is the certificate for the 100 million yuan guarantee deposited by the company to the Consumer Rights Protection Foundation."
The crowd exclaimed in surprise, and the live broadcast room was instantly flooded with comments.
【This wave of operations is too hardcore! 】
[Much better than some brands that shirk responsibility]
This caused a huge uproar on major video media platforms. Not only was the "Peace of Mind Plan" implemented in Beijing, but all cities with Hot Wheels stores provided tire inspection and replacement services.
Just opposite the entrance of Hot Wheels, a dark green Mercedes-Benz was parked quietly on the side of the road.
The rear window rolled down, revealing Lu Heng's face with sharp features but an inexplicable sinister tinge.
He looked over the crowd and stared at Meng Rong on the temporary stage, a barely perceptible sneer forming on his thin lips.
It was handled well. I wonder how much money Ruiming spent to calm down this storm.
"Drive." He withdrew his gaze and the car window slowly rose.
The driver glanced through the rearview mirror at the expressionless man in the back seat, who looked like a cold-faced Shura. He started the car and drove away from Fenghuolun. "Mr. Lu, where are we going now?"
Lu Heng pursed his lips as if thinking for half a second, then said, "Yandu Hotel."
The hotel opened by his sister has grown from a small restaurant to a five-star hotel, but he has never been there once.
It's also time to experience the service and taste of the food in the hotel run by this picky little girl.
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Dingfeng Group Headquarters, Chairman’s Office.
"Bang!"
The teacup hit the projection screen, splashing tea stains all over the live broadcast screen.
Zhao Zhide's face turned pale, his teeth itching with anger. "Where do they get so much liquidity? Check! Check immediately!"
The secretary nervously handed over the tablet: "Just received news that Meng Anran donated 1 billion to Hot Wheels last night."
"W-what?!" Zhao Zhide widened his eyes in disbelief, wondering if he had heard it wrong.
The outside world's assessment of capitalists' assets calculates the market value of the shares they hold. For example, a capitalist on the rich list who is worth hundreds of billions may only have a fraction of that in liquid funds.
Meng Anran could easily allocate 1 billion yuan from her private account to aid Hot Wheels. I dare not imagine how rich she is.
Zhao Zhide scratched his head with a frown. This 23-year-old girl had no background, but she had powerful connections and substantial wealth.
Litigation is a long war that is not only time-consuming but also costly.
Meng Anran not only has the gold medal lawyer Lin Rencheng leading the way, but is also much richer than him.
The most important thing is that she is right!
There is absolutely no chance of winning this lawsuit!
After thinking hard for a long time, Zhao Zhide quickly made a decision - Dingfeng Group needed a scapegoat.
Give an explanation to Hot Wheels and the public, and the issue of purchasing cheap materials can be put behind us!
Then I would buy some gifts and invite Mengrong out for dinner to build some rapport. As a fellow businessman, Mengrong knew what to say and what not to do.
Zhao Zhide waved to his secretary. When he came closer, he leaned over and whispered in his ear, "Isn't the person who found out that Hot Wheels changed the raw material formula called Wang Chang?"
Seeing the secretary nod, he continued, "Go find him. No matter what conditions he puts forward, this matter must end with him."
The secretary was stunned for a moment, then quickly reacted, nodded, and did it.
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At the same time, in the suburban detention center.
Lin Rencheng pushed a stack of photos and a childlike crayon drawing across the interrogation table. "These are the photos your parents took yesterday, and the drawing your daughter asked me to bring you."
Wang Chang's pupils suddenly shrank, and his handcuffed hands trembled as he pulled the things closer. As he looked at the pictures one by one, tears suddenly fell.
Lin Rencheng lowered his voice and said, "Dingfeng Group is an old company. Now that it's embroiled in scandal, they'll definitely find someone to take the blame. You're their best choice. But you have to remember that your parents and daughter are still waiting for you to get out. If you agree to Dingfeng Group's terms, not only can't they really treat your family well, but you'll also have to spend a few more years in prison."
Wang Chang looked up with red eyes, his tears glistening with anticipation. "What should I do? Can I get my sentence reduced? Is there a chance I can get out early?"
He no longer has anyone he can trust. Lin Rencheng is well-known in the industry and must have a way to help him.
Lin Rencheng activated the recording function on his phone and continued, "I'm the plaintiff's attorney and can't offer you advice. But out of humanitarian considerations, I'd like to remind you that if you were being manipulated, you can reveal the mastermind and become a tainted witness, potentially offering a reduced sentence."
The handcuff chains jingled. Wang Chang lowered his eyes and clenched his fists secretly, as if he was making up his mind.
The visiting hours were over, Lin Rencheng stopped recording on his phone, and got up to leave.
Before stepping out of the iron gate, he suddenly stopped, turned around to look at Wang Chang, and said abruptly: "Although your actions have caused serious commercial impact on the Hot Wheels brand, my client has always adhered to the principle of impartiality. He will not embarrass your family, and will not pursue your mistakes after you are released from prison."
Wang Chang was stunned for a moment and looked at Lin Rencheng in disbelief until the tall figure in a suit and tie disappeared from his sight.
He understood that Lin Rencheng's client was not Meng Rong, but Meng Anran - the girl who became the chairman of one of the largest groups in Beijing at the age of 23.
The higher you stand, the broader your mind is.
I feel ashamed when I think about how I took revenge on the company I had worked for for five years just because of a trivial matter. I am as narrow-minded as a grain of rice.
What Lin Rencheng meant was probably that no matter whether he was willing to give out the mastermind behind the scenes or not, Meng Anran would not use his family as a threat.
Moreover, he will not be banned from various industries after he is released from prison. If he has the ability, he may even have the opportunity to return to Hot Wheels or find a job in a company under Ruiming.
Wang Chang thought about it in his mind for a long time. The moment he was locked back in the cell, it seemed that something in his heart suddenly loosened.
He immediately turned around and called out to the prison guard who was about to leave: "Prison guard, I want to become a tainted witness!"
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