Chapter 123: Sun Dajun Returns

Xixi didn't explain what she wanted me to let go of, but I knew in my heart that she wanted me to let go of the wealth before me.

Xixi only saw my fatigue and didn't think about wealth and status.

This is the person I am closest to.

I said to Xixi, "Xixi, I understand. You have grown up and have your own thoughts. Uncle originally wanted to give you a sum of money when you were about to leave,

but it felt too vulgar,

so I decided not to give you money.

I'll give you a pen holder, a bamboo carving. Consider it a reward for the help you've given me these days."

After I finished speaking, I stood up, and Xixi hurried over to support me,

picked up a pen holder from the desk,

I placed the pen holder in Xixi's hand,

"This pen holder was given to me by Zhu Sheng back then; after he was promoted to Zhu Sheng, when I presented it to him, he kept this for me.

It is said that this pen holder is an artifact from the previous dynasty,

very plain,

what I like most are the verses on it: 'A thousand hammers and countless chisels carve the deep mountains; raging fire burns as if it were trivial. Even if my body shatters, I fear not, for I must leave purity in the world.'"

I recited them offhand.

"Uncle, I know this is a poem by Yu Qian of the Ming dynasty. Thank you, Uncle, I really like it." Xixi happily took the pen holder.

"As long as you like it, Xixi, rest assured, there's nothing for you to worry about here; what is meant to come will come, what is meant to be lost will be lost.

I have already been forgiving myself.

Xixi hopes you can become a good teacher, so that your students will flourish everywhere."

I extended my hand,

Xixi smiled and shook my hand.

"Uncle, then I won't come to the office tomorrow; please take good care of yourself."

"Alright, Xixi, goodbye. When I have time, I'll go listen to your lecture."

Xixi smiled and left.

I hope my beloved niece can live for her own dreams, making her life shine in a different brilliance.

Xixi's temperament isn't suited for work in a bureau; she is very straightforward, and her words easily offend others.

Becoming a teacher is also a good choice.

The people around me are gradually leaving; Xiao Long went to the Qi he zhen police station, and Xixi will also leave tomorrow.

I suddenly felt autumn arriving; the autumn wind rose, and all the trees stood solemnly.

But at this moment, the August sun hung high in the sky, and the weather outside grew even more stifling and irritable.

I stood by the window, looking out again.

I smoked, pondering my thoughts.

Urgent footsteps sounded outside the door,

The door to my office was forcefully pushed open.

When I turned around, Sun Dajun had returned.

Sun Dajun no longer had his former spirited demeanor,

his facial hair was untrimmed, making him look very aged.

It's just that Li Xingzhang fled; that alone knocked Sun Dajun down like this,

this kid can't bear the blow.

I could only think of laughing inside,

If he had walked my path of growth, he would probably have died long ago.

I said, "Dajun, why are you panicking?"

Sun Dajun quickly said, "Dad, something serious is wrong; after Li Xingzhang fled, higher-ups sent people to investigate Zaocheng Bank. Our loans have been suspended indefinitely.

Moreover, leaders of other banks refuse to meet me, fearing they'll be implicated by the investigation.

Our group has no loans; what should we do, Dad? You tell me."

After hearing Sun Dajun's shouting,

I shouted at Sun Dajun, "Why are you shouting? This matter is already known everywhere.

When Li Xingzhang fled, the higher-ups naturally launched an investigation; a bank president disappearing without cause is a major issue,

once they investigate, our loans will certainly be halted.

We have always cooperated with Zaocheng Bank,

Whether Li Xingzhang is at fault is hard to say; other banks will definitely avoid us because our ties with Li Xingzhang are too deep.

These are normal chain reactions; why are you panicking?

I handed the company over to you; faced with this, I'm panicking like this,

how can I take on heavy responsibilities in the future.

One who achieves great deeds has thousands of troops in his heart but a calm face. You, however,

your face turned that color, still shouting.

What have you become?

Sun Dajun, sit down.

I roared, making Sun Dajun sit obediently on the sofa like a cat.

Sun Dajun sat on the sofa, staring at me without daring to speak.

I looked at Sun Dajun,

He asked sternly: "Have you looked for Kong Shi?"

Sun Dajun shook his head and said: "Kong Shi won't see me; Li Secretary said that Kong Shi, because of the Zaocheng Bank matter, won't see anyone."

"What about Niu Ju?" I then asked.

"My godfather is currently sending people everywhere to search for Li Xingzhang. He also personally called the four major banks to inquire about the loan, but their reply was to discuss it later, temporarily suspending the loan. Dad, what do you think we should do?" Sun Dajun said pitifully.

Upon hearing that, I thought, even the esteemed Niu Ju calling the four big banks was useless. Fortunately, I also had no contact.

They won't give Niu Ju face, and certainly won't give me face.

It seems Niu Ju is more worried about our group's affairs than Kong Shi.

Could it be that Niu Ju fears our group will be devoured by the Southern Group?

"What should we do? Let's wait and see for now. We need to stay steady, not panic.

If we panic, how will outsiders view us, how will the staff view us.

They will be even more panicked than us.

For now, everything remains as usual.

Don't let this loan matter weigh on your mind. Just act as if nothing happened." I said lightly.

"Dad, how is that possible? The project department is constantly urging for funds to buy building materials. If the materials don't arrive on time, our project will halt. If it halts, who will buy our houses?

If we can't sell the houses, how will we repay the Southern Group's debt?

"Dad, it's August now. By November, when it's due, if we can't repay the Southern Group's debt, they will take over our Da Heng Group.

At that point, we'll have nothing left.

"Dad, how can we not be anxious about this?" Sun Dajun said anxiously again.

I thought to myself, the company's doomed—isn't that what you wanted? Why are you so anxious now?

I then took out another cigarette and lit it slowly,

took two puffs,

I then said: "Dajun, you're scared; I'm afraid that if our group company is devoured by the Southern Group, your position and power won't be guaranteed."

Sun Dajun listened to my question and nodded.

I laughed,

"What are you afraid of? As chairman, my authority is greater than yours, right.

I won't even know which way to turn when the time comes, and I'm not afraid—what are you afraid of? Dajun, I'm handing power to you just to train you a bit.

The company can't always sail smoothly; it must also face adversity.

A qualified company leader is one who can lead the company's staff out of adversity.

Dajun, now it depends on your personal ability—if you have talent,

then you can think of a solution to settle the company's loan issue,

and I believe everyone will support you.

Your prestige in the company is unmatched; you will surpass me and become the true leader of the company.

Dajun, the opportunity is right before you; if you seize it, the company will be saved.

If you can't seize it, we brothers will all go to the construction site to haul bricks."

"Hauling bricks, when do we go? What time is it? It's about time for dinner, right?" Shi Yong came out of the dark room, pushing the door, and said to me and Sun Dajun.

"Shi Yong, go to sleep; I'll call you for dinner." I said angrily.

This Shi Yong really came just to cause trouble.