Chapter 318: Playing Two Surprise Cards!

Jiang Jing nodded to Zhang Chunshui to signal him, then introduced him to everyone present:

"I would like to introduce to you all this highly respected old comrade—Mr. Zhang Chunshui, a retired cadre of Hanxing Group.

In the eighties of the last century, by virtue of his outstanding work ability, Comrade Zhang Chunshui won many honors, including Provincial Model Worker.

For today's symposium, in addition to the employee representatives of Hanxing Group, we specifically invited Elder Zhang to attend.

As a senior who holds deep affection for Hanxing Group and maintains an impartial stance, his words carry significant weight."

Zhang Chunshui stood up slowly, a glimmer of excitement flashing in his eyes, his voice trembling slightly: "Thank you, Mayor Jiang, for giving me this precious opportunity to speak. I have had too much pent up in my heart, and today I must let it all out.

Back in the day, our group of old comrades joined Hanxing Group with hearts full of passion, focusing on bus research and development, and wrote a glorious chapter in the last century.

But seeing the factory gradually decline today, my heart and the hearts of the other retired cadres feel an indescribable pain."

"Regarding today's worker strike, I do not approve of such extreme methods. But then again, if they do not take such actions, who would truly listen to the workers' demands?" Zhang Chunshui added.

Jiang Jing watched Zhang Chunshui intently, seeing that the old man sat with a straight posture, wearing an old-fashioned work uniform that was worn but clean as new.

"Elder Zhang, please speak freely. Rest assured, we will certainly listen to your opinions seriously and actively make rectifications," Jiang Jing said sincerely.

Zhang Chunshui straightened his back, his voice growing louder, his gaze sweeping toward Guo Yi like a torch:

"When leaders occasionally wine and dine, those below turn a blind eye and just grumble behind their backs, and that's that. But to squander public funds under the guise of overseas inspections to purchase luxury goods—this behavior is truly despicable! Now, ordinary workers cannot even get their wages paid, and what about you? The price of one luxury item is worth a worker's annual income!"

Jiang Jing's gaze turned to Guo Yi, and she saw a flash of panic in his eyes.

He had never expected that Zhang Chunshui would appear in this conference room.

As a senior technical backbone of the group, Zhang Chunshui had trained numerous technical elites and held immense prestige within the company.

Tang Ye sat in the corner of the conference room.

Sure enough, this arrangement of his had made today's symposium achieve an unexpected effect.

He knew that the representatives at the symposium might have issues.

So, during the lunch break, he contacted Zhang Chunshui and Huang Bihong.

These two were his surprise cards!

They completely disrupted Guo Yi's plans.

Guo Yi suppressed the anger in his heart, trying his best to remain calm on the surface.

Usually, the group treated these retired cadres with great courtesy, sending people to visit them during holidays for fear that they would cause trouble. But why did Zhang Chunshui suddenly attack today?

In an instant, Guo Yi realized the truth.

When Zhang Chunshui's granddaughter worked at the group, she had reported being harassed by her superior, but he had not taken it seriously at the time and chose to suppress the matter.

Could it be that this incident had become the fuse for today's outburst?

Only then did Guo Yi realize that these seemingly harmless retired cadres could have unimaginable consequences if they attacked at a critical moment.

Guo Yi squeezed out an awkward smile: "If Elder Zhang has any opinions, we can communicate privately. As for the expenses for overseas inspections, every single one is compliant and legal, and can withstand any inspection. However, we will further strengthen management and strictly control expenditure. Our overseas inspections are also for the purpose of exploring markets; we did indeed receive many orders from overseas last year, and although the profits were limited, this is a necessary path to explore new opportunities."

Facing Guo Yi's rapid defense, Zhang Chunshui sneered: "Regarding the sale of the Third Branch Factory production line, I must also say a few words. The background of the company that took it over is also highly suspicious. I strongly suspect that there is backroom dealing involved!"

Guo Yi's face changed drastically, and he shouted sternly: "Zhang Chunshui! You can eat whatever you want, but you cannot say whatever you want! If you make wild accusations without evidence, I have the right to hold you accountable!"

Zhang Chunshui glanced at Guo Yi coldly and turned to Jiang Jing: "Of course I have evidence! The production line at the First Branch Factory was imported by me from Germany back then, and I know every piece of equipment like the back of my hand.

A few years ago, Guo Yi said he wanted to update the equipment and sold this production line to an out-of-town company. Later, according to my apprentice, the newly introduced equipment looked new, but the actual production capacity did not improve much.

After a detailed inspection, we discovered that these so-called new pieces of equipment were nothing more than the original production line refurbished. I

made a special mark on the equipment; if you don't believe me, we can go to the First Branch Factory to verify it right now!"

Guo Yi was trembling with rage and hurriedly defended himself to Jiang Jing: "This is a frame-up he colluded with his apprentice to stage! Who can prove that this mark wasn't added later? The equipment acceptance procedures were complete at the time and can withstand any investigation!"

Jiang Jing's expression was cold and her tone serious: "Comrade Guo Yi, this is a symposium, and you should listen to the representatives' speeches seriously. Every time Elder Zhang says something, you refute it; such an attitude is very inappropriate. I suggest you calm down first and wait until Elder Zhang finishes speaking before expressing your views."

Guo Yi could no longer hold back; disregarding meeting discipline, he took out a cigarette, lit it, and took a deep drag.

Zhang Chunshui continued: "And there is the matter of my granddaughter. Since she joined the company, she has been harassed by her superior, Dai Zuwang. She reported it to the Discipline Inspection Department many times, but there was never any result. A few days ago, Dai Zuwang even threatened to fire her. In despair, my granddaughter chose to jump into the river to commit suicide, and fortunately, she was rescued in time by a kind person. Just because Dai Zuwang's father is a leader, can he be above the law and abuse his privileges?"

"We will definitely give you a reasonable explanation for this matter!" Jiang Jing nodded with a solemn expression.

"Elder Zhang, please rest for a moment. Next, I invite another representative to speak.

Perhaps some have already recognized him.

A few years ago, he brought a reporter to Hanxing Group to demand an explanation, but it ended in vain. It was he who saved Zhang Chunshui's granddaughter."

Huang Bihong looked at Jiang Jing, his eyes filled with complex emotions:

"I never thought I would have the chance to step into Hanxing Group again.

My personal information was stolen for many years; to be honest, I have already let it go.

I just feel especially sorry for the reporter who spoke up for me back then; he bore immense pressure because of it and was eventually fired by the television station.

I have here a document that could not be made public back then; that reporter discovered through undercover investigation that a large number of positions at Hanxing Group were occupied by people drawing salaries without working.

These people never come to work, yet their salaries are paid in full. Meanwhile, ordinary employees haven't been paid for half a year—is this fair?"

Tang Ye, standing to the side, silently observed Guo Yi's expression.

He saw that his face was becoming increasingly ugly.

Guo Yi was likely doomed this time.