Chapter 256: Life is More Than Just Yongsheng

“Chairman Xu, I was wrong.”

A few minutes later, Zhao Cheng’an stood in front of Xu Shaochen, bowing his head in apology.

He didn’t bother calling him Young Master anymore, directly addressing him as Chairman Xu. Flattery was essential, and being a sycophant was necessary. It was all about securing his future.

“Hmm, it’s good that you know your mistakes. There’s great merit in correcting them. Someday, I will take over Xu Corporation, and I hope to see you at the headquarters by then.”

Xu Shaochen patted Zhao Cheng’an on the shoulder with an expression of appreciation, calmly painting an ambitious picture.

After all, these subsidiary chairmen are merely considered mid-to-high level within Xu Corporation. They are completely unaware of the internal decisions and news within the company.

In fact, even during meetings, only the heads of each country have the qualifications to report to and attend meetings at the headquarters.

So, these subsidiary chairmen have no idea about the current situation Xu Shaochen is facing. Besides the support from Asia, the rest of the regions are against him.

Therefore, he faces significant resistance in inheriting the Chairman position.

Had Zhao Cheng’an known this, he would have surely sneered at Xu Shaochen’s words. After all, there’s a chance that I’ll reach the headquarters before you do.

But of course, he knew none of this, so he was overly excited, his heart surging with emotion as he nodded at Xu Shaochen fervently.

“Chairman Xu, rest assured. I will not disappoint your high expectations. I will elevate Yongsheng Group to new heights!”

Zhao Cheng’an said firmly, his gaze steadfast as he looked at Xu Shaochen. His thoughts were already drifting toward the future.

The Chairman of Yongsheng Group, Head of the Southwest Region of Longguo, Chief of Longguo’s Market, President of Asia, Vice Chairman of Xu Corporation—step by step, life reaching its peak.

Looking into Zhao Cheng’an’s eyes brimming with anticipation, Xu Shaochen had a rough idea of what he was thinking. I haven’t even reached the peak yet, why are you in such a hurry?

Xu Shaochen nodded, then slowed his speech and said, “Cheng’an, personally, I have high hopes for you. As a young man, I appreciate your sharp and ambitious way of doing things. But to gain something, you must always sacrifice something. Don’t you agree?”

As soon as he finished speaking, Xu Shaochen’s face remained calm, but there was a certain pressure in his gaze as he looked at Zhao Cheng’an.

Yongsheng Group is well-known in Yunzhou and is a top-tier enterprise in the entire Canglan Province. He needs to gain absolute control over Yongsheng Group.

Every company he controls, every additional penny, all assists in his future inheritance of the Chairman position at Xu Corporation two years from now.

Feeling the intensity of Xu Shaochen’s gaze, Zhao Cheng’an regained his composure and responded without hesitation, “Chairman Xu, rest assured. From now on, I, Zhao Cheng’an, will always align myself with your objectives. Your goal is my pursuit; your orders are my directives. Everything will revolve around you.”

The biggest taboo in both life and work is indecisiveness. Without absolute strength, being a fence-sitter usually leads to a bad end.

He might not know the current difficulties Xu Shaochen is facing in inheriting the company, but he understands that in such a large corporation, factions are bound to exist.

It’s perfectly normal for Xu Shaochen to pull in support and gather forces loyal to him. Otherwise, what’s the point of a Chairman with no say in anything? In the end, isn’t such a Chairman just a puppet? If he can contribute to this rise, surely Xu Shaochen won’t mistreat him.

“Work hard. Life is more than just Yongsheng; there’s also Xu Corporation waiting in the distance.”

With a faint smile at Zhao Cheng’an, Xu Shaochen headed toward the elevator.

“Chairman Xu, let me see you off.”

As Long Yi and Long Er were about to follow, Zhao Cheng’an rushed ahead of them, half a step behind Xu Shaochen.

Long Yi and Long Er were speechless for a moment. Is this really the same guy from just now? “Check into the Zhou Family for me and bring me the details.”

Xu Shaochen paused and said to Zhao Cheng’an before entering the elevator. The morning’s incidents had almost made him forget his real business.

After leaving the company, it was past 10 a.m., with over an hour left until lunchtime.

Xu Shaochen dialed Liu Rushuang’s number.

“Hello? Where are you?”

Before Xu Shaochen could speak, Liu Rushuang had already begun.

“I’m at Yongsheng Group’s entrance. Are you at the hotel?” Xu Shaochen asked.

“I’m at the hotel, but Mei Liangxin went out.”

“Where did that guy run off to now? Never mind. Get dressed up; I’ll come pick you up for lunch.”

As soon as Xu Shaochen heard that Mei Liangxin had gone out, he felt a twinge of anxiety. This guy never seemed reliable.

Will he cause more trouble outside? ………

Meanwhile.

In a private room at a club.

Jia Ze was sitting on the sofa, holding two scantily clad women, and asked the bodyguard in front of him, “What have you found out?”

“Young Master, I found that Liu Rushuang is the Vice Chairman of Xu Shaochen’s company. She’s here to negotiate business with Gu An, aiming to acquire fifty restaurants that have yet to be sold.”

The bodyguard respectfully reported his findings to Jia Ze.

Jia Ze’s eyes lit up and then narrowed slightly. “Xu Shaochen, Xu Shaochen, you really fell into my hands this time. Let’s see what you can stir up in Yunzhou.”

With those words, Jia Ze let out a cold laugh and said to the bodyguard, “Go see Gu An and tell him it’s my order. If Xu Shaochen acquires those fifty restaurants, he may as well close the internet company he just started. If he’s smart, he’ll know what to do.”

“Yes, Young Master.”

The bodyguard responded but didn’t leave, knowing that Jia Ze had more instructions.

Indeed, after a brief silence, Jia Ze said, “Find out his location. Since he’s come to Yunzhou from Jiangzhou, how could I, the host, not meet him in person?”

“Yes, Young Master.”

Straightening himself, the bodyguard gave a sharp reply before turning and leaving the room.

In the private room, Jia Ze revealed a menacing smile, turning to pin the two women on the sofa against the table.

Xu Shaochen, your biggest mistake in life was coming to Yunzhou.

………

At the hotel entrance, Xu Shaochen picked up Liu Rushuang.

Liu Rushuang wore a black fitted sheath dress. Her hair was casually tied up at the back of her head, with light makeup accentuating her features. Her curvaceous figure was perfectly outlined, the hem of her dress just above her knees, trimmed with lace edges. Her long legs were bare, as white as polished jade, and she wore a pair of black lace-up high-heeled sandals. Standing at the hotel entrance, she caught the attention of many passersby.

Initially, many people wanted to approach her, but after seeing Xu Shaochen’s Rolls-Royce, they decided to back off.

It seemed fate had decided that such a woman was beyond their reach.

Xu Shaochen took Liu Rushuang to a Western restaurant.

The restaurant was spacious, elegantly decorated, with a white piano placed in the center. The service was also excellent.

Of course, the pricing was impressive too.

The cheapest meal was priced at 888, while the most expensive was 28,888. Perhaps this is what love looks like.