Chapter 484

Tian Shi is speaking the truth.

Regarding Brother Li Ming's innocence, I reject it from the bottom of my heart, no matter how he tries to prove himself.

How could that be? What salary does he receive?

He can afford to buy that many properties.

In matters like this, Kong Shi on the stage knows it very clearly. If they want to handle Li Ming, they would never frame him,

they would only arrest him with factual evidence.

The reason Wen Han intervened in this matter is merely to do me a favor.

Give Li Ming freedom.

But Li Ming must not cause a scene, otherwise they will arrest him at any time.

I will still have to go to Wen Han then.

In other words, Li Ming will become my little pawn; when they use him, they'll snatch him, making my heart ache.

Brother Li Ming, he actually cannot see or feel that all these years of leadership have been for nothing.

How could he possibly be reinstated to his former post?

The original position has already been given to someone else; if he returns, what about the former leadership?

Moreover, the assets have already been confiscated and handed over,

all written clearly.

If they are returned, it would indicate that this case has deeper hidden circumstances.

You are framing him; it can only be retried.

This matter would become chaotic.

It would be even more detrimental to the current situation.

After the Zhou Family is removed, everyone needs stability.

Li Ming's case will be compensated in other ways later, but not now.

If we act recklessly now, it will cause trouble for the newly arrived Tian Shi.

That would be equivalent to adding trouble for the Wen Family.

Don't even mention Wen Han stepping forward,

Tian Shi could directly have Li Ming arrested and make him serve two years.

Because Li Ming was rescued by me,

his matter has not concluded.

If Li Ming's case escalates, it will affect my plan.

Zhou Jie is still in my hands; if news of this spreads, we will all be finished.

I must keep Li Ming from pursuing it further.

I immediately said to Tian Shi, "Tian Shi, I understand. I will go back and counsel Brother Li Ming. This matter has caused you worry."

Tian Shi waved his hand and said, "Mr. Zhao, you are being courteous. Some matters are not particularly fair, and this is the only way; there is no other option. You should kindly persuade Li Ming, tell him not to co‑sign anything. I just arrived in Zao Chengshi, and my work has not yet started,

Some matters, everyone should try to resolve through negotiation.

If it gets too out of hand, I won't be able to show any favor."

I nodded,

"Tian Shi, thank you; I understand your intention. As for Brother Li Ming's case, I will resolve it.

There is another matter: Li Ming's employment. It's no longer possible for him to return to the Senior Management Bureau; could he be allowed to work at Da Heng Group,

so that Zhao Xiaohua can supervise him, and he can still have an income. That way everyone will be at ease."

Tian Shi smiled, "Mr. Zhao, this is a minor matter; no need to seek my approval. After all, Da Heng Group is a private enterprise; they can hire whomever they wish, and they decide themselves."

"That's great; I will go back and tell Zhao Xiaohua, letting him handle this. Tian Shi, I also want to ask about Qi He Kuang.

Because that Qi He Kuang was my personal investment, but later Kong Shi reclaimed it.

Regarding the future ownership of Qi He Kuang, please clarify, Tian Shi," I asked.

This is the main issue,

Seeing Tian Shi, my greatest concern is Qi He Kuang; I have already handed over Da Heng Group, and I cannot be left empty‑handed.

I want to keep Qi He Kuang in my hands,

and then see what Tian Shi thinks.

If he disagrees, I have no recourse.

I can only strive to maximize my own interests.

After Tian Shi heard me finish,

He whispered, "Mr. Zhao, regarding Qi He Kuang, I have already reported it upward."

I have no authority to handle this matter.

However, the higher‑up's decision has already been stated,

Qi He Kuang's corporate nature has changed.

This makes the problem hard to resolve.

Actually, Mr. Zhao should understand that this matter would be better coordinated by Mr. Wen's side.

Your Da Heng Group has already withdrawn.

You can't be left with nothing, can you?"

I looked at Tian Shi and felt that he was still very sincere.

He is right; the Qi He Kuang issue is already beyond Tian Shi's scope.

He has just arrived in Zaocheng, his position is not yet secure, and he does not dare to act rashly in many matters.

But with support from above, things become easy for him.

The so‑called "above" isn't it Wen Han's side?

"Okay, Tian Shi, I understand, thank you. To speak with me so candidly—"

I believe that in Zaocheng we should get along very well.

If there's any problem that requires me to step in, just let me know,

Although I hold no office or authority, after all I am a person of Zaocheng,

and I have many friends." I said.

What I said is true: for Tian Shi to steady his position in Zaocheng, he needs support.

I can support him, and I believe he can carry out his work in Zaocheng even better.

Upon hearing me say that, Tian Shi eagerly leaned forward and said, "Mr. Zhao, your support is very important. After coming to Zaocheng, the first thing I did was inquire whether you had returned from outside."

Only if you return will I meet you.

Only when we think of getting to know each other can we become familiar, and then friends.

You support me,

then I have a clear idea of some matters.

"Mr. Zhao, you just said you would recommend Zhao Xiaohua to me; please have him come up."

I quickly took out my phone to contact Zhao Xiaohua.

Soon Zhao Xiaohua came upstairs.

I opened the door,

and then said to Zhao Xiaohua, "This is Tian Shi; hurry and greet him."

Zhao Xiaohua then proactively said to Tian Shi, "Hello, Tian Shi."

"Zhao Xiaohua, you're quite young, huh? Have a seat, do you smoke?" Tian Shi asked amiably.

Zhao Xiaohua quickly took out a pack of good cigarettes from his pocket and handed it with both hands to Tian Shi,

"Tian Shi, please smoke."

"Your cigarettes are too strong; I'd make mistakes if I smoked them. I'd rather smoke my brother's White General brand—it's safer." Tian Shi laughed.

I was also amused by Tian Shi's humor,

Zhao Xiaohua felt a bit embarrassed.

I quickly smoothed things over: "Xiao Hua, remember from now on, whatever cigarettes Tian Shi smokes, you must never exceed his amount—got it?"

"Never mind, Mr. Zhao, look at what you're saying—I'd have to police what cigarettes you smoke; I'd wear myself out." Tian Shi laughed.

Zhao Xiaohua then put the good cigarettes into his pocket,

and said solemnly, "Tian Shi, from now on I'll follow your lead; just arrange whatever you need."

This Zhao Xiaohua, as soon as he shows up, declares his loyalty so readily it could scare people.

Familiarity between people always involves a process,

if you come out like this right away, others won't know how to respond.

At this point I said to Zhao Xiaohua, "Xiao Hua, sit there; as soon as you see Tian Shi you get nervous. Others could arrange things for you—you just need to manage the Da Heng Group well.

Don't let Tian Shi follow you around cleaning up your mess."

"With Mr. Zhao behind you, I believe Zhao Xiaohua will manage the Da Heng Group well.

"Rest assured, Zhao Xiaohua, today we've become acquainted; when I have time I'll go to your Group Company for an inspection,

and then we can discuss your Group Company's affairs in detail."

Zhao Xiaohua glanced at me and dared not speak.

This Zhao Xiaohua still seems to need training.

"Tian Shi, then welcome to the Da Heng Group for an inspection of work. When the time comes, let Zhao Xiaohua give you a thorough work report.

State the company's details clearly—fixed assets, working capital, the enterprise's debt ratio and price‑earnings ratio,

and be sure to report truthfully to Tian Shi." I instructed Zhao Xiaohua.

Tian Shi's visit to the Da Heng Group is not an inspection; he's checking the accounts on Wen Han's behalf,

to see just how much money the Da Heng Group still has.

Wen Han needs to have a clear picture.