Chapter 37: Shi Yong's Complaint

At that moment, Ya Ling gave Zhou Gang a stomp, and Zhou Gang fled like a rabbit.

Ya Ling asked me, "Brother, who is this guy, why is he so brazen, daring to hit you."

I said helplessly, "Zhou Gang, Zhou Wei's younger brother. My brother‑in‑law."

"I told you, so brazen. How could my sister‑in‑law have such a brother? He should look at my sister‑in‑law first—why is he running here to hit you," Ya Ling said.

"Alas, we've been too good to them. Now they want even more. Today, Ya Ling thanks you." I said, looking out of the ward.

"Brother, why be so polite? There's nothing for you here; I'm going back to the ICU." Ya Ling said.

"These past days, you've been taking care of Zhou Wei, Ya Ling, thank you. The gym business must have been affected, right?" I said to Ya Ling.

"Brother, that's nothing. The gym was opened by you, so the business isn't affected; we have dedicated trainers. Brother, if you can make use of me, Ya Ling, I'm immensely grateful. Fine, let's drop the formalities. Brother, I'm heading back to the serious‑illness ward." Ya Ling said and hurried out.

Fortunately, with Ya Ling there protecting Zhou Wei's safety, I felt much more at ease.

Shi Yong and Ya Ling are the most considerate people for me.

When the company gets better later, I'll definitely thank these two properly.

I slowly leaned on my two crutches and started walking around the room.

Zhou Gang came asking me for money, which made me very angry.

Ever since Zhou Wei married me, Zhou Gang no longer wanted to work at the Zaocheng Mining Group; he wants to follow me and make big money.

But he lacks that ability; after joining the group, he spends his days causing trouble.

With no other way, Zhou Wei and I discussed and gave the couple a high salary, so they wouldn't have to come to work.

All the Zhou Family's expenses are covered by us. This time Zhou Wei's father is hospitalized, staying in a senior‑cadre ward in the Provincial Capital.

Zhou Wei and I went to the Provincial Capital just to see her father; who could have imagined a car accident would happen.

The Zhou Family's expenses, plus the Zhao Family's costs, make it clear how many idle people Da Heng Group supports.

It must be dealt with harshly.

Otherwise, no matter how much money we earn, it won't be enough for this kind of turmoil.

After pacing around the room twice, I felt a bit tired.

I went back to the bed and lay down,

at which point Shi Yong pushed the door open and entered,

"Brother, I heard Ya Ling say someone came to cause trouble. I'd fucking kill them."

I waved my hand at Shi Yong,

"Your wife drove them away, Shi Yong; Ya Ling's skill is really impressive."

"What? The few tricks Ya Ling knows are all taught by me. If I were here, I could still make the troublemakers run." Shi Yong said angrily.

What Shi Yong dislikes most is when I praise Ya Ling as being stronger than him.

He refuses to live in Ya Ling's shadow.

Seeing Shi Yong angry made me happy,

"Fine, Shi Yong, you can't catch them here; the troublemaker is Zhou Gang, my brother‑in‑law. Luckily Ya Ling doesn't know him." I said.

"It's Zhou Gang, then? Maybe it's better for Ya Ling to step in." Shi Yong said smoothly.

Once Shi Yong learns about the relationships, he becomes hesitant; I have to encourage him. Ya Ling never fears anything, and in this regard Ya Ling is stronger than Shi Yong.

I asked Shi Yong, "What's the company's situation lately?"

Shi Yong said, "Same as always. As Vice President, no one can question me; these turtle descendants rely on having backers, and nobody listens to me."

"These three fires of mine can't even get lit. Brother, it seems I still have to wait for you to return."

I nodded,

"Shi Yong, didn't I tell you that day? You only need to investigate the staff situation; you don't have to go out front. I can leave now; I believe in a few days I'll be discharged."

Shi Yong said happily, "Brother, you're really getting discharged—that's great. I'm really anxious; with the company's current bear‑like state, not to mention making money, I feel this management will lead us to lose. Our betting agreement will surely lose. I have no confidence."

It seems Shi Yong has taken a considerable blow at the company.

I gave Shi Yong a glance, and he immediately pulled out a cigarette and lit it for me.

I took a drag,

and asked Shi Yong, "Shi Yong, what's wrong? Why have you lost confidence like this?"

Shi Yong lowered his head,

"Brother, it's too hard. Those turtle descendants in the company—no one can move them. Each has a solid background. They're domineering in the company; Xiao Hua also… "

"I can't figure it out; what's up with Xiao Hua? He's like a hands‑off manager, not asking about anything."

He's like a hands‑off manager, not asking about anything.

A few days ago I tried to get his signature, and he directly told me to come find you.

Even a small reimbursement form, he still makes you trouble.

Regarding personnel appointments and dismissals, if you agree, Xiao Hua raises objections; if you disagree, Xiao Hua just signs directly.

I feel Xiao Hua is acting against you.

I can't figure it out."

Shi Yong smoked, sitting in front of me.

I looked at Shi Yong,

then slowly said, "Shi Yong, you know, people change; all emotions in this world fade over time and become optional."

Between spouses, friends, and brothers it's the same. Shi Yong, if you can't understand, that's normal.

There's a saying: "When people act for themselves, heaven punishes and earth destroys."

Everyone will consider their own interests.

Think about it, I used to trust Xiao Hua completely, delegating all authority.

However, now I have taken back the power; can Xiao Hua be happy?

He definitely has big emotions, you say it's right, Shi Yong?

Shi Yong nods,

"Brother is right, back when you demoted me, Shi Jinhe, and Qian Director, I lost my temper and even considered leaving the company for a while."

However, I went to another company but found no good position, so I had to stay.

Now Xiao Hua surely has a temper, so he opposes you everywhere, Brother—what should we do? Xiao Hua is your own younger brother; only you can manage him.

I laughed,

"Shi Yong, what to do? Just let it be."

We have never encountered any difficulty in Niushiling; Fan Shazi came to fight, Hu Zheng came to cause trouble, etc., and we resolved them all.

Brother, I made a mistake as your elder brother, I removed your and Shi Jinhe's and Qian Director's positions, letting Xiao Hua go into battle lightly to manage the company,

I never expected him to manage the company this way; I trusted him too much.

Shi Yong, why did the company blow up? Mainly it's a management issue, or rather, it's my responsibility.

If I hadn't indulged them like this, there wouldn't have been a blow-up, nor would we have signed any betting agreement.

I have made too many mistakes.

"Shi Yong, if you have any opinions, raise them to your elder brother; I will listen." I sincerely said to Shi Yong.

"Elder brother, I have no opinions. As long as the company is fine, we'll strive hard, repay that betting agreement, and then our company can get back on track."

"Elder brother, I am also an important participant in Da Heng Company; I don't want to see it destroyed in our hands." Shi Yong said.

"Shi Yong, as long as you don't anger your elder brother, that's fine. By the way, have you contacted Qian Director?" I asked Shi Yong.

Shi Yong said: "I've contacted him; he's out having fun and directly said he doesn't want to participate in our messed-up affairs."

"Qian Director, I'll call him when I have time, hoping he can come help us." I said.

"Actually, Qian Director said, after helping you, he fears you'll abandon him after using him." Shi Yong directly said.