When the three managers heard that Chen Zhe was unsure which construction team to award the large project to, they became anxious.
Li Dapao said anxiously, "President Chen, all of us brothers work very hard. You can entrust this project to us, and we will definitely complete it well."
"Brother Pao, of course I trust you, but as the company president, I need to consider things more comprehensively. If I only entrust the project to you guys, the brothers in the other construction teams will have objections."
"this……"
The three of them looked constipated.
"But you don't need to be in a hurry. Now that you've come here today and we've met before, I'll naturally remember you."
Chen Zhe's words gave the three of them hope.
"Thank you, Mr. Chen!"
"There's no need for thanks. We're all brothers. Of course, I'll think of people I'm close to when something good happens."
People you have a good relationship with?
That's quite interesting. The three of them came here today at Song Tiejun's behest, with the aim of putting pressure on Chen Zhe. Many people understand that Vice President Song is the one who actually holds the reins of the company and doesn't get along well with the new president.
The new president is saying he wants to hand over the project to someone he's on good terms with. What does that mean?
This is clearly an attempt to force them to choose sides.
So they hesitated.
Seeing that they didn't respond, Chen Zhe continued, "I haven't been with the company long, and there are many things I'm not really an expert in, especially real estate. I know absolutely nothing about it. My biggest advantage right now is that I have some money, and I want to spend it wisely. But many of the company's projects aren't making much money right now, and I'm worried about it. Brother Pao, you guys are on the front lines of our company, and I really want to hear your opinions. How about this, you guys don't go home tonight. I'll treat you to dinner, how about it?"
The company's CEO wanted to treat them to dinner, which made them feel flattered, as this was something that had never happened before.
However, they dared not agree. They were on Song Tiejun's side, and Song Tiejun would definitely object if they dined with the new president in private.
"No need, Mr. Chen, we have things to do back home..."
"It's alright, you're already here, there's no rush. Besides, I'm taking you to Linglong Club today. You know Linglong Club, right? It's also one of my properties. If you miss this opportunity today, it won't be easy for me to arrange for you to go there next time."
Upon hearing the word "club," the managers' eyes lit up.
As is widely known.
There are only two types of men who work on construction sites: those who send money home and those who spend it at clubs.
Clearly, these three managers spent most of their money at the club, which hit their weak spot.
Upon hearing that they were going to Linglong Club, the three of them had long forgotten about the name "Song Tiejun".
"Go! Mr. Chen, I want to go!!"
One of the managers who had been silent immediately raised his hand.
The other two, as if afraid of falling behind, also raised their hands.
"Mr. Chen, I want to go too!"
Chen Zhe smiled and nodded; "Alright, then you guys go downstairs and tell the brothers that we're heading to Linglong Club tonight. All expenses will be on me, Chen Zhe!"
The managers were so happy they almost jumped for joy.
"President Chen is so generous!!!"
...
night.
Linglong Club in the South District.
This was a place Chen Zhe deliberately chose. Unlike other branches, this area in the South District still maintains a lot of traditional massage, which is what the workers like the most.
Mei Xiaoting was a little surprised to see Chen Zhe bring so many people.
She quietly pulled him aside.
"I thought you were only bringing a few people, but I didn't expect you to bring so many. It's hard for me to manage so many people."
"Hehe, it's okay, let's go get some food first, you can take your time to arrange it."
Mei Xiaoting looked at the somewhat rough-looking workers and shook her head slightly; "Why did you hire so many workers? With your current status, why do you need to deal with them so much?"
"Sister Mei, what is my status now?"
Chen Zhe countered with a question.
Mei Xiaoting paused for a moment, then replied, "You're the CEO now! You're practically at the top. Haven't you heard the saying, 'You're surrounded by learned scholars and have no dealings with the uncultured'? You're no longer suited to associate with people from these social classes."
Chen Zhe smiled and shook his head; "One cannot betray one's class. Although I may look glamorous now, I am still me. I am still the Chen Zhe you knew back then. My social class has not changed."
Mei Xiaoting does not agree with this statement.
“You have money and status now. All the managers of our branches approve of you, and Sister Hu has handed over Linglong Club to you. How could you still be the same Chen Zhe as before?”
Chen Zhe smiled bitterly to himself.
Mei Xiaoting didn't know that Hu Ling was still alive, so she was unaware that she was still just Hu Ling's outstretched hand.
She couldn't explain it to Mei Xiaoting, so she could only cover it up with a smile.
Seeing that Chen Zhe didn't respond, Mei Xiaoting shook her head slightly; "Never mind, you're the president, whatever you say goes, I'll go and arrange it for you."
Mei Xiaoting arranged a huge private room for Chen Zhe. It was a KTV room with more drinks than food. Although it was called a meal, Chen Zhe was actually going to drink with these people.
The waitresses who came to sing along were all incredibly beautiful, and their sexy short skirts made the workers stare wide-eyed.
[I'd heard about this place many times before, but this is my first time here. It's definitely worth the price; the waitresses are as beautiful as flight attendants.]
[Yeah, I was stunned when I first came in too. What kind of places had I been going to before? Why waste so much money? Wouldn't it have been better to save up and come here?]
[Mr. Chen is so kind; he actually brought us to such a wonderful place!]
[You didn't know that? This Linglong Club is also owned by President Chen.]
[Really? That's the first time I've ever heard of that.]
The workers were talking privately.
Li Dapao also started chatting with those managers.
“I once visited Paradise Club by Vice President Song. The women there were pretty, but they didn’t quite compare to Linglong Club.”
“I know those women are too much of a slut. I’ve been there a few times, and every time I come out I feel like it wasn’t worth it. Linglong Club is much better. Although there’s no real sex, I feel like a big shot as soon as I walk in. People greet me wherever I go.”
"I feel the same way. No wonder those rich people are willing to come here. It feels so damn good to be fawned over anytime, anywhere!"
Li Dapao asked in a low voice;
"You're saying that President Chen invited us here to make us choose sides? What are your thoughts? Are you going to take sides?"
"Well... let's see how it goes. Vice President Song has a lot of influence in the company; he can decide the fate of most of us. Who knows how long this President Chen can stay in the company?"
"That's true. Never mind, let's enjoy it first!"
The other two nodded, sharing the same opinion.
Chen Zhe picked up the microphone; "Brothers, you must be exhausted after traveling all this way to headquarters. Tonight, drinks and service are all-you-can-eat. What kind of service do you want? Order whatever you like, and all expenses will be on my tab!"
Everyone loves to hear that.
Therefore, Chen Zhe received very enthusiastic applause.
Beer kept arriving by the dozen; these people really had impressive drinking capacity, each one able to drink more than the last.
Chen Zhe wasn't foolish enough to drink with them, so he called a few people to accompany him and shield him from the drinks.
He only arranged for someone to take the workers to do service after they were all drunk, leaving the three managers behind.
"To be honest with you, I've just joined the company, and you've all seen my situation. Many people don't listen to me, and it's tough for me!"
As Chen Zhe poured out his grievances, the others flattered him, saying, "President Chen, don't worry, you're the company's president, we'll all listen to you."
"Brother Pao, you've misunderstood. I don't want everyone to follow my orders; I want everyone to make money. I've looked at the company's finances, and frankly, if things continue like this, you'll all be unemployed this year!"
Upon hearing this, the three men's expressions turned serious.
"Mr. Chen, we also have concerns. We were very worried when Chairman Chen jumped off the building."
"So, making money is tough right now. My real goal is to revive the Silin Group, but if I can't, I have a backup plan. Look at this club, I make money here. I have a lot of cash coming in every day. I'm not worried. What I'm worried about is you. I have a good relationship with Chairman Chen. She entrusted the company to me, and she also entrusted you to me. Only if you make money can the company survive. But my small plan to reform the mall has been met with a lot of opposition. What do you think those people are thinking? I want the company to make money, I want everyone to make money. Am I wrong?"
"Mr. Chen, you did nothing wrong!"
"Yes! I did nothing wrong, but there's always someone at fault. If I'm not wrong, then someone else must be wrong, don't you agree?"
"this……"
The three of them looked at each other, and they all knew who Chen Zhe was talking about.
"Brother Pao, your construction team hasn't gotten any work for three months, right?"
Li Dapao nodded.
"Yes, the brothers have been receiving basic salaries, which are not even enough to cover their expenses. Moreover, the finance department is dragging its feet. If it weren't for you, Mr. Chen, coming here, we might not even be able to pay our salaries."
At this point, Li Dapao raised a glass to Chen Zhe: "President Chen, this glass is for you. On behalf of the brothers, I thank you."
The other two managers also raised their glasses.
"Mr. Chen, we also want to toast you."
Although they were on Song Tiejun's side, they all knew that Chen Zhe's arrival would allow them to pay their salaries, so their gratitude came from the bottom of their hearts.
Chen Zhe took a sip of his drink and then said, "There are many people in the company who are embezzling, and you probably know that too. So I'm actually worried that if I need to spend money on some projects, I don't know who I can trust."
Li Dapao and his men fell silent.
After a while, Li Dapao suddenly drank a glass of wine and then stood up.
"Mr. Chen, I'm a rough man and don't know many words, but I understand what you mean today. I'm willing to follow you, and I'll do whatever you ask me to do from now on!"
Li Dapao's sudden statement made the other two a little nervous.
Li Dapao looked at them, his face flushed with drunkenness; "You don't need to think about it anymore. I think what General Manager Chen said is very sincere. Think about it yourselves, how hard have things been for the brothers lately? Do the leaders above us even see our difficulties? Every time we went to complain to them, they just passed the buck and never made a single promise. But General Manager Chen is so honest. Since he came, our salaries have been secured. He's even treating us to drinks now. He thinks highly of us. What else do we need to think about?"
The two men nodded after hearing this, and then stood up.
"Mr. Chen, we are willing to follow you too!"
Hearing their statement, Chen Zhe smiled.
He achieved his goal tonight. He didn't need to rack his brains to deal with these lower-level managers; he just needed to show them the benefits of following him.
"Alright, since you've all said so, then I promise you, if you follow me, you'll reap plenty of benefits in the future!"
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