Chapter 6

Although it seemed like a good suggestion, Fu Mingyi always felt that something was off. That is why he intentionally mentioned Yang Chengshang's name during the meeting. From his observation, only Yang Chengshang's expression was different from the others in today's meeting

"Feng Xi, why did Vice President Wang decide to place the bidding office under the Machinery Department?" Fu Mingyi asked directly. He believed that Feng Xi would certainly not forget the bond between them, which is why he posed this question to her

Feng Xiye calmly responded: "If the branch office handles the bidding and tendering on its own, it can at least increase profits by over one million. If we take on projects in this city, our own Kunda Grand Hotel can accommodate them, which can save us four to five hundred thousand just in conference fees"

Feng Xi sat with her head slightly lowered opposite Fu Mingyi. Her gaze did not fall to the ground, but was instead level, directed at Fu Linyi's chin

"Speak about your thoughts on the establishment of the bidding office." Fu Mingyi was eager to jump up and ask Feng Xi how she had changed so much, transforming herself into a middle-aged woman. Although she looked much better today than that night, she still surprised him. The office was certainly not a place for discussing such matters, so suppressing this impulse, he calmly asked.

Is there anything else, General Fu? If not, I will take my leave first. Feng Xi had not looked at Fu Mingyi's face the entire time. She was afraid to see the astonishment and shock in his eyes again. In her heart, she repeatedly told herself that for the sake of her pride, she must succeed in losing weight.

Fu Mingyi smiled as he looked at Vice President Wang's robust figure, listening to him greet with a sense of chivalry, suggesting that anyone with objections should speak up. He understood that before his arrival, the branch company was under Vice President Wang's domain, and he certainly could not contradict Wang's opinions right after joining the company, as that would create animosity.

Feng Xi felt a deep sorrow, thinking that Vice President Wang could easily crush her like stepping on an ant. Could Fu Mingyi stand up to him? Would Fu Mingyi protect her eight years from now? Fu Mingyi, would you turn against me because of President Wang? Let's talk about that after you become familiar with the branch office. She was already a solitary figure, with no relatives in this city; her parents were three hundred kilometers away in another city, and she had not even found a place to live. She absolutely could not afford to lose this job. She was already a solitary figure, with no relatives in this city; her parents were three hundred kilometers away in another city, and she had not even found a place to live. She absolutely could not afford to lose this job

Fu Mingyi felt extremely satisfied with this subtle revelation, stood up and said: "Let's leave it at that for today. General Manager Wang, please inform Feng Xi and also ask her to come to my office."

Facing Fu Mingyi alone, she felt somewhat nervous. Relying on her years of experience in the business world and socializing in the drinking scene, she barely managed to conceal all her emotions.

Feng Xi turned and walked out. Fu Mingyi's gaze fell on her ample backside, and he let out a silent groan in his heart. He covered his mouth with his fist, hearing her last sentence almost burst out in laughter. Did she also fear his questions? Seeing her calm expression, he thought she was indifferent. Fu Mingyi finally felt a sense of balance in his heart; she still cared about him to some extent. If she truly did not care at all, he would feel a sense of loss.

Fu Mingyi is the president, and he certainly hopes to have control over the company. If Yang Chengshang's machinery department were to align with him, Vice President Wang's dominance in the company would be shattered

"Xixi, I will treat you to a meal when we meet again," Fu Mingyi suddenly said in a lowered voice

After leaving Vice President Wang's office, she looked at the General Manager's office with a hint of trepidation. Her steps hesitated for a moment, and she turned back to visit the restroom

Fu Mingyi understood that this was clearly instructing Feng Xi to seize Yang Chengshang's client resources. Although they were officially in the same department, everyone knew that business and profits were calculated separately. Even if the mechanical department collectively achieved the annual profit, the accounts for Yang Chengshang and Feng Xi would still be distinctly divided.

Today, she wore a black suit, and her hair was neatly styled. The suit effectively accentuated her figure, and although it did not appear as unflattering as it did that day, Feng Xi still sadly saw her round face and double chin in the mirror. She pouted, and the rose-colored lipstick did not smudge, adding color to her entire face. Today, she looked somewhat spirited.

Fu Mingyi remained silent. He had just taken office when Vice President Wang proposed this idea. Establishing a bidding office could indeed generate several million in profits for the company within a year. However, he could not understand why the bidding office needed to be placed under the Machinery Department and why it could not be established as a separate department.

Fu Mingyi withdrew his gaze from the various individuals in the conference room and said with a smile, "President Wang's proposal is good. Manager Yang, this can also be considered a new business for the Mechanical Department. The Mechanical Department will be able to generate several million more in profit this year."

The company has three executives: one president, one vice president, and a chief engineer. President Liu oversees technical support; he is one of the first university graduates after the college entrance examination was reinstated in the 1970s and holds a master's degree. He is quite advanced in age and, apart from company meetings, rarely appears in the office. Before Fu Mingyi joined the company, the top leader was President Zhu. President Zhu is frail and often ill, spending his time in the branch office as if he were recuperating. Vice President Wang has taken full control of all operations. Before Fu Mingyi joined the company, the top leader was President Zhu. President Zhu is frail and often ill, spending his time in the branch office as if he were recuperating. Vice President Wang has taken full control of all operations.

With this thought in mind, she encouraged herself. Feng Xi walked into Fu Mingyi's office with a smile.

Fu Mingyi took out his wallet, inside was a photo of Feng Xi standing by the sea, wearing a bikini, looking like a little fish. He glanced at it and chuckled softly, his shoulders shaking.

The general manager's office is certainly a suite, with a sofa and coffee table in the outer room, while the inner room features a large conference table. One cannot see the situation in the inner room without entering the outer room

Vice President Wang has been with the company for over twenty years, while Fu Mingyi is new to the organization.

Feng Xi shook her head; she could not refuse, whether it was for the sake of reminiscing or due to his identity as the company's CEO today, she found herself unable to decline. She lowered her voice and said: "As long as you don't ask me how I gained weight!"

The establishment of the bidding office is progressing exceptionally smoothly. Fu Mingyi, who has just joined the company, is not fully aware of the overall situation, while Vice President Wang has precisely seized this opportunity to propose the establishment of a new department

Vice President Wang mentioned that Feng Xi was brought up by Yang Chengshang. Although Feng Xi has been assisting the headquarters with bidding and tendering for the past two years, he has never independently managed a department. It is suggested to place him under the Mechanical Department, firstly to avoid internal disputes within the company by promoting Feng Xi directly to a middle management position, and secondly to allow Yang Chengshang to guide Feng Xi, as Yang Chengshang is experienced and a long-standing employee of the company. Feng Xi has previously followed Yang Chengshang closely, and when Feng Xi was still in the Mechanical Department, he was also useful to Yang Chengshang when he needed personnel.

Thank you, General Manager Wang. Vice General Manager Wang's words clearly indicate that this deputy manager was secured for you with my assistance, and you owe me a favor. Feng Xi is not a novice; she naturally expressed her gratitude immediately.

Chen Meng from the Materials Department was personally promoted by Vice President Wang. He is particularly astute in reading the room and said with a chuckle: "The Materials Department still relies on the Machinery Department. The project in Manager Yang's hands is substantial, and only then can the Materials Department keep up with the supply"

With the parent company supporting an annual profit of 2.5 million, the branch office can also undertake some smaller bidding projects. From all perspectives, this arrangement is beneficial and poses no harm. Managers at the department level and above participated in this meeting, with hardly any opposition. Vice President Wang looked at everyone with a cheerful demeanor, clearly satisfied.

Feng Xi chose a compromise. She pondered her words and replied: "Currently, the business has not yet been developed. Although the headquarters generates a net profit of 2.5 million each year, there is still 500,000 that needs to be achieved. By establishing it under the Machinery Department, Manager Yang can help us take on some business. In the future, if the headquarters does not employ our personnel and we lose this portion of the net profit, we need not worry about failing to meet our targets. President Wang is still quite lenient towards young people."

Feng Xi entered Vice President Wang's office and saw his beaming smile, knowing that he had succeeded

Yang Chengshang smiled faintly: "General Manager Fu, the engineering in the machinery department is not easy; profits here are losses there. It is not like the materials department, where what material isn't increasing in price now?"

Another reason is known only to him. That is, the person serving as the manager of the bidding office is Feng Xi. He needs someone with a certain status within the company who is on his side. Feng Xi is undoubtedly the best candidate. He fully supports the promotion of Feng Xi.

Work hard! This world will eventually belong to you young people. Feng Xi is not yet thirty, right? To be so young and already promoted to deputy manager. Of course, although it is called deputy manager, you have the final say in the bidding office. Vice President Wang, tall and with a typical northern Chinese face, spoke with a certain grandeur, as if he were pointing out the course of the world.

President Wang was also very pleased with Feng Xi's move. Yang Cheng, however, remained a cold observer. After the meeting, he did not return to his office, but instead took three subordinates with him, saying they were going to meet a client, and swiftly left the office. The four of them went to a teahouse, just enough to fill a table. Everyone understood each other without needing to say a word.