Rekindle 2003

Chapter 1061 The sunset falls too fast

December 12th, 10:4 p.m.

The sunset in Yanjing is like a burning flame, dyeing the sky a brilliant red.

Yang Zhiyuan sat in the chairman's office on the 42nd floor of the New Fantasy Building, his heels resting lightly on the edge of the large desk. He looked through the floor-to-ceiling windows, gazing at the fiery clouds in the sky, and a long-lost sense of comfort surged in his heart.

Every piece of office furniture in the office was carefully selected by him. There was no longer any trace of Zhi Liu or the noise of Guo Wei.

Now, there was only everything a new king should have upon ascending the throne: power, respect, and tranquility.

Yang Zhiyuan cherishes all of this very much. Even for such a small action, he carefully put a piece of velvet underneath to avoid scratching the table top.

After reaching a settlement agreement with Yanhuang Group, he could finally get off work on time.

The pressure and tension of these days were finally released, and Yang Zhiyuan felt a sense of relief he had never felt before.

He knew that this settlement was not just a business contract, but also a turning point in his career.

Of course, another very important comforting thing was that his wife suddenly seemed to come to her senses and was no longer willing to push the baby to death.

Each class has its own way of playing. There is no need to force children to walk on a single-plank bridge.

Parents actually know best whether their children are talented or not.

Yang Zhiyuan knew very well that his child was by no means gifted, but he would not be an unlearned person in the future either.

He is just a good kid with average talent.

In this case, the benefits of pushing your child too hard are actually very low. It is better to let your child grow up healthily and happily and step by step.

So the atmosphere at home finally returned to normal in the past two days. The child no longer cried secretly while taking a bath, and there was a little more smile on his face.

Yang Zhiyuan leaned back in his chair, closed his eyes, and took a deep breath.

His thoughts drifted far away. He thought about the hardships he had gone through to climb up from the grassroots level to his current position, his forbearance in front of Zhi Liu, his struggle with Guo Wei, and his game with Qing Yun.

A smile unconsciously appeared on the corner of his mouth, and he knew that he had finally won.

"Boom boom boom!"

A knock on the door interrupted his thoughts.

Bai Le walked in with a document in his hand.

Yang Zhiyuan raised his head when he heard the voice, and looked at the smile on Bai Le's face, feeling even happier.

He asked with a smile: "Xiaobai, what good news makes you smile so happily?"

Bai Le’s face was smiling like a flower.

He took a few steps forward and handed the document in his hand to Yang Zhiyuan, "Boss Yang, you will understand after you read it."

Yang Zhiyuan took the document, glanced at it quickly, and then burst into laughter.

The document stated that in this round of mobile phone license review, Industry and Information Technology cancelled the licenses of 11 companies, including TOP Group.

"Okay! Okay!"

Yang Zhiyuan couldn't stop smiling. The mobile phone license that originally belonged to TOP Group was cancelled, so Yanhuang Group naturally could not inherit it.

This is undoubtedly good news.

He now has an additional track that the Yanhuang Group cannot interfere with in the short term.

He leaned back in his chair, tapping his fingers on the tabletop, thinking to himself.

In today's market, the offensive and defensive positions have been reversed. It is an indisputable fact that Fantasy Group is no longer the industry leader.

So the best strategy is to follow and run.

Since Qing Yun attaches so much importance to the mobile phone business, there must be a reason for it. Therefore, if he cuts off the Yanhuang Group's path and squeezes in himself, then he will gain the upper hand.

A gleam of light flashed in Yang Zhiyuan's eyes. He knew that this might be his chance to turn things around.

In business wars, the initiative means advantage, and advantage can often be transformed into victory.

It's really a joyful occasion, and Yang Zhiyuan felt very refreshed. He stood up and stretched his body, ready to leave work as soon as possible.

As the chairman of the board, I'm naturally not that idle.

But the current situation forces him to be idle.

In the market, the home appliance market, which requires a lot of effort to compete for, has been severely damaged by Qing Yun, the troublemaker.

In a short period of time, doing more will only lead to more mistakes, so it is better to keep silent since it is the off-season anyway.

From a macro-strategic perspective, his best option at the moment is to wait patiently for the equity transaction with Yanhuang Group to be completed, and then start the stock swap with Abiemu.

Before the share swap is completed, the profits he is striving for now are all state-owned. How can he put them in his own pocket in the future?

Moreover, he was well aware that the Yanhuang Group was eyeing him covetously. The two sides had reconciled, but the reconciliation was only temporary.

Unless the Fantasy Group really becomes a part of the Yanhuang industrial chain as Qing Yun wishes, trouble is inevitable.

His strategy now is to use stillness to overcome dynamics. He would rather develop slowly than give the Yanhuang Group a chance to seize the key points.

Before he could be happy for long, there was a knock on the office door again.

Zhao Linghuan walked in with a frown on his face.

However, Yang Zhiyuan was very satisfied with her behavior of knocking on the door before entering and waiting for his eye signal before coming in.

Originally, both of them were among the Fantasy Five Young Marshals and were competitors for the throne, but a man of insight becomes a wise man, and Zhao Linghuan was the first of the Five Young Marshals to surrender to him.

Yang Zhiyuan has always admired subordinates who have vision and know when to advance and retreat.

What's more, Zhao Linghuan is a real talent.

But looking at the sadness on his face, Yang Zhiyuan couldn't help but feel a pang in his heart.

But his face was still full of smiles. He threw a cigarette to Zhao Linghuan and then asked,
"Ling Huan, what happened?"

Zhao Linghuan frowned and took the cigarette, but did not light it. Instead, he got straight to the point.
"Chairman, the pharmaceutical companies we invested in are not doing very well right now."

Yang Zhiyuan frowned slightly and motioned for Zhao Linghuan to continue.

"Today I conducted a survey according to the post-investment management plan, and the information I obtained is that since the beginning of the month, there has been a shortage of raw materials in the medicinal material market, whether it is traditional Chinese medicine or chemical medicine raw materials.

Although our pharmaceutical companies have sufficient reserves of raw materials, I am afraid that these companies will go bankrupt if this continues for a long time.”

Zhao Linghuan’s words made Yang Zhiyuan’s face become solemn.

He knew that the pharmaceutical industry was highly dependent on raw materials, and once there was a problem with the supply of raw materials, the consequences would be disastrous.

He pondered for a moment, then asked, "Have you found out the reason for the shortage of raw materials?"

Zhao Linghuan shook his head. "Not yet. Our people are investigating, but the current feedback from the market is that many suppliers of raw materials have suddenly stopped supplying."

At this point he licked his lips, fearing that Yang Zhiyuan didn't understand, and continued to explain.

"Chairman, it's not that the raw materials have increased in price, but that they are simply out of stock. Even if you have money, you can't buy them. This is artificial manipulation."

A gleam of light flashed in Yang Zhiyuan's eyes, and he sneered and said with certainty, "It must be the Yanhuang Group that took action."

Zhao Linghuan was also stunned when he heard this, and then frowned.
"Chairman, isn't this a bit unreasonable?

According to the agreement, neither Yanhuang Group nor Houpu Holdings, including Qing Yun and his allies, his girlfriends and immediate relatives, can make any moves in the medicinal materials market within 14 days.

The Yanhuang Group's promise is in black and white. If they dare to touch the medicinal material raw material market, it would be a blatant breach of contract."

Yang Zhiyuan waved his hand disapprovingly, a look of understanding flashed across his eyes.
"There are always ways to circumvent those so-called promises in this world. Qingyun, that kid, never plays by the rules."

He shrugged his shoulders and said confidently, "Although I don't know how that little bastard did it, he is the only one who has the motive to attack us..."

His words revealed his dissatisfaction and vigilance towards Qing Yun, as if he had already blamed everything on the young opponent.

This left Zhao Linghuan with no choice but to pretend to listen carefully to Yang Zhiyuan's analysis, while he felt very disapproving in his heart.

This speculation is too arbitrary, almost to the point of being obsessed.

He just wanted to say that Yang Zhiyuan and Zhi Liu were both driven crazy by Yanhuang Xiaoqing.

Just as he was about to explain further, the phone in his pocket vibrated.

Seeing that it was his secretary calling, he apologized to Yang Zhiyuan and answered the call.

As the call progressed, Zhao Linghuan's expression gradually changed from confusion to solemnity, and finally became somewhat ugly.

After the call, his expression was as if he had eaten a fly, his brows were furrowed, as if he had encountered a difficult problem that was hard to swallow. His voice was involuntarily filled with a hint of doubt.

"Chairman, your intuition is correct. Someone is indeed manipulating the market. But it is not the Yanhuang Group, but... Fudan Fuhua."

However, what is the difference between this and Qingyun controlling it himself...

Well, there is no Fudan Fuhua in the agreement.

and……

Zhao Linghuan felt numb at this moment.

All I can say is that this is another secret move by Mr. Xiaoqing.

Although he already had a direction in mind, Yang Zhiyuan also showed confusion on his face.
"No... How did Fudan Fuhua achieve this in such a short time? How could they have such great power?"

Zhao Linghuan sighed and began to explain the whole incident in detail, trying to make Yang Zhiyuan understand Fudan Fuhua’s strategy and actions.

“My assistant just reported that the verified information is that Fudan Fuhua has been aggressively acquiring pharmaceutical companies since August.

Moreover, one or several of the raw materials for their newly developed drugs happen to overlap with the raw materials needed by the pharmaceutical companies in which we invest.

They also signed a large number of price-locking supply agreements with raw material suppliers since September, resulting in a shortage of raw material supply in the market.

The reason given by all the raw material suppliers is that they have already signed the contract and can only give priority to Fudan Fuhua. "

Zhao Linghuan was also helpless.

Is there such a coincidence in the world? !

Yang Zhiyuan's face became extremely ugly, and he finally understood Qing Yun's plan.

This is not a direct attack, but an indirect blow that cleverly utilizes market rules and its own resources.

This method is both covert and efficient, making it hard for him to defend himself.

He asked in a deep voice, "Where did Fudan Fuhua get so much money to acquire the company?"

This is not nonsense. As a listed company, Fudan Fuhua's financing activities must be disclosed.

Zhao Linghuan sighed, "We are still investigating the details, but what is certain is that Fudan Fuhua's actions are very covert, and their funding sources are also very complicated."

He wanted to say that Qingyun had a thousand ways to circumvent the disclosure issue, such as the fund structure.

Or simply a simple and crude supply chain.

Rules are dead, but people are alive. If they want to circumvent them, it’s something that only the regulators can’t think of, and no one can’t do it.

Yang Zhiyuan was silent, his fingers tapping rhythmically on the table, countless thoughts flashing through his mind.

He knew that this battle was far more complicated than he had imagined.

He took a deep breath, forced himself to calm down, and then said to Zhao Linghuan,

"Ling Huan, speed up the investigation. I want to know everything behind Fudan Fuhua.

At the same time, we must also prepare countermeasures and not be led by them by the nose.”

Zhao Linghuan nodded. He knew that he had a heavy responsibility. He turned around and walked away quickly, ready to organize people to conduct an in-depth investigation.

However, after closing the door, Yang Zhiyuan showed an incredible expression on his face.

Yang Zhiyuan turned to look at Bai Le, with a ridiculous look on his face, and asked,
"Xiao Bai, do you think Qing Yun is being silly, or is Zhao Ling Huan treating me like a pig and playing tricks on me?"

The corners of Bai Le's mouth slightly raised, his voice was calm and indifferent, as if he was talking about something that had nothing to do with him.
“Chairman, Qing Yun has no motivation to boost the pharmaceutical sector at this time.

If he wanted to sabotage the deal, he should have found a way to increase the value of our pharmaceutical division, not decrease it.

Moreover, Mr. Zhao just mentioned that Fudan Fuhua started stockpiling raw materials in September.

In my opinion, this is a routine market operation of Fudan Fuhua, but it has Qingyun’s unique style. "

After hearing this, Yang Zhiyuan couldn't help but take a breath. He spoke slowly,
"You mean, Qing Yun intends to replicate his monopoly strategy in the computer sector in the pharmaceutical field? But he is a private entrepreneur, so it is unlikely that he would do so..."

Before he finished speaking, he interrupted himself, patted his forehead, and smiled helplessly.

"Okay, I forgot, Fudan Fuhua is a state-owned enterprise... they can do whatever they want."

Bai Le shrugged lightly and continued to analyze: "Chairman, do you still remember the drug consistency evaluation promoted by Qing Yun at Fudan Fuhua?

One of the rules is that if more than three companies have passed the evaluation for the same generic drug, medical institutions will no longer purchase products that have not passed the evaluation. "

Yang Zhiyuan nodded thoughtfully. "That makes sense. Fudan Fuhua is racing against time. They want to complete the consistency evaluation before other pharmaceutical companies."

Bai Le smiled, but there was a hint of amusement in his smile.

"Chairman, you are wise! I guess Qingyun will acquire the equity of our pharmaceutical company through Houpu Group and then inject these assets into Fudan Fuhua.

Therefore, it is in his interest to blow up these companies now, so that he can use this opportunity to force the major shareholders of these companies to sell their shares at a low price. "

Yang Zhiyuan understood, "I see. This is exactly the same as what he did in the computer market before. It's not surprising."

At this moment, a cold light flashed in Bai Le's eyes, and then he said softly,

"Chairman, there is still something strange. I am surprised by Mr. Zhao's reaction.

Mr. Zhao works in the capital market, so it’s impossible for him not to see this, so why did he behave so… so poorly today?”

Yang Zhiyuan's brows were furrowed. He also noticed that something was wrong with Zhao Linghuan, so he was very perfunctory to Zhao Linghuan later on. He just wanted to see what Zhao Linghuan was up to.

But Zhao Linghuan never revealed his intentions, which made him very strange.

At this moment, he followed Bai Le's line of thought and could only come to one conclusion.
"You mean, he is nurturing the enemy to protect himself?"

Bai Le spread his hands and sighed.

"I think so. Because of the transposition, I would do the same.

If there are no difficulties, I will create them, and then solve them in front of you, the chairman, so as to consolidate my own position.

After all, all his previous work focus was on the pharmaceutical sector, and once the transaction was completed, his position in the company would become very embarrassing.

Without your support, he can’t get involved in the existing business.”

Yang Zhiyuan curled his lips upon hearing this, "I'm not such a stingy person. As long as he is loyal to me, I won't treat him unfairly."

Bai Le's voice remained calm, but his words revealed a hint of deep meaning.
"Chairman, don't forget that Zhao Linghuan is the only person in the company's senior management who does not have employee shares."

After hearing what Bai Le said, Yang Zhiyuan couldn't help but take a breath.

He was very clear about Zhao Linghuan's background.

Zhao Linghuan did not join the Fantasy Group right after graduation like him and Guo Wei, but was a latecomer.

Zhao Linghuan was poached from an investment bank by Zhiliu in the late 90s after Zhiliu decided to shift its focus to the investment sector. He was highly valued, so he was listed as one of the five young marshals.

But compared to others, Zhao Linghuan, who came in ten years later, missed the opportunity to confirm the rights of the employee stock ownership plan.

Zhi Liu once promised Zhao Linghuan that he would solve this problem when exchanging shares with Abiemu in the future.

Zhi Liu's plan was to give Zhao Linghuan a share of his own shareholding.

But now, Yang Zhiyuan has his own little plan in mind.

He wasn't going to do that.

Why? !

Why should he share his cake with someone who has made no contribution to him? !

Besides, Zhao Linghuan’s current situation is indeed embarrassing.

Frankly speaking, Yang Zhiyuan didn’t know what to do with Zhao Linghuan in the future.

Zhao Linghuan's strength lies in investment.

But in the foreseeable future, Yang Zhiyuan does not think that Fantasy Holdings will have any idle funds to invest.

The actions of that little bastard Qing Yun really woke him up.

The main business is the lifeblood of an enterprise.

He turned his head to look at Bai Le and said frankly, "Xiao Bai, I don't want to give the shares to Zhao Linghuan.

It's not that I'm heartless, but he is different from you. He has made no contribution to me at all. Do you have any solution?"

Bai Le pondered for a moment, and said slowly and firmly, "I understand, Chairman.

Then we have to cut the Gordian knot and get rid of him first."

Yang Zhiyuan raised his eyebrows: "How do you divide it?"

Bai Le's lips curled up into a smile: "Zhao Linghuan comes from an investment bank. People in that industry are notorious for having chaotic private lives. There are many cases of people who can't control their zippers and get into trouble.

Moreover, according to gossip among employees, it seems that Mr. Zhao’s name was not wrong, and he is a veteran in the entertainment industry.”

Yang Zhiyuan narrowed his eyes and remembered something.

On the night of stocking up when Qing Yun was playing them around, Zhao Linghuan, who seemed to be in charge of the financial position, actually took a break from his busy schedule and coerced a female clerk from the General Department. Afterwards, in order to appease the girl, he arranged a secretary position for her.

At this moment, he said this, but Bai Le shook his head.

"Chairman, this kind of thing between a man and a woman that is consensual is difficult to define.

It was coercion, but the aftermath was also amicable. There is no evidence to bribe the parties involved to overturn the verdict at this time.

And once the dispute starts, it will waste time.”

Upon hearing this, Yang Zhiyuan's mood suddenly plummeted to the bottom. He paced back and forth in the office irritably, muttering in dissatisfaction.

"Then what do you think we should do? Isn't that what you mean, to take his belt?"

Bai Le smiled sinisterly at this time, "Chairman, if we want to cut the Gordian knot, we have to do it quickly.

In our country, paid companionship is illegal, and state-owned enterprises have clear regulations on this and have zero tolerance for it.

We might as well do this..."

Upon hearing this, Yang Zhiyuan took a breath of cold air.

Good guy!
Arranging for Zhao Linghuan to go to the sauna together was a sign of his compassion for his subordinate as the chairman.

But if Zhao Linghuan himself wanted to do improper things in there, that would be a personal moral issue and he would be unworthy of his own good intentions.

What does it have to do with him if the employees who hate evil report it...

At that time, I will have no choice but to execute Ma Su with tears.

I have to prepare some tear-jerking stuff in advance. The garlic smell is too strong, how about pepper?

It hurts a bit, but it's better than the pain in my heart.

Thinking of this, Yang Zhiyuan, who was so happy that he couldn't close his mouth, gave Bai Le a thumbs up.

He stopped and took a deep breath, the worry in his eyes was replaced by a hint of ruthlessness, "Xiaobai, hurry up and do it."

Only someone like Bai Le, who has sores on his head and blood on his feet, could come up with such a sinister trick.

Bai Le nodded, a gleam in his eyes, "Don't worry, Chairman, I'll arrange it tonight."

You cut off your own wings. You asked for it...

Yang Zhiyuan waved his hand, signaling Bai Le to leave.

But when Bai Le was about to step out of the office, Yang Zhiyuan couldn't help but add a sentence behind him,
"Bai Le, we need to hurry up when it comes to the state-owned assets meeting."

Bai Le turned around and replied solemnly, "At present, the communication with all departments has been completed. We are just waiting for the meeting, and the meeting will be scheduled after Houpu completes the transaction."

Hearing this, Yang Zhiyuan felt helpless. He shook his head and sneered contemptuously.

"It's already this late, why are these people so afraid of taking responsibility!"

Bai Le smiled and said, "Chairman, don't worry about anything. Fortunately, Qing Yun has already signed and sealed the contract."

After hearing this, Yang Zhiyuan's frown finally relaxed. He nodded, and a stone in his heart finally fell to the ground.

He sat back down in his office chair and looked out the window again, only to see his own reflection.

Before I knew it, white hair had appeared on my temples.

Before I knew it, the sun had completely set behind the mountain.

The sunset in Yanjing in winter set too quickly, just like his youth, leaving him no time to appreciate it.

Yang Zhiyuan sighed for no reason, stood up and walked out of the office with a desolate look on his face.

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(End of this chapter)