Chapter 410: 406. Concede? Where were you earlier?

Previously, everyone believed that Zhang Ran would most likely choose to swallow his pride and plan slowly, rather than acting on a momentary impulse.

The reason they had this confidence was primarily because the entire company was under their control.

Once a problem arose on their end, or they chose to go against Zhang Ran, the company would undoubtedly face massive losses, or even worse, these people could collectively quit, potentially causing the entire company to collapse.

In that scenario, Zhang Ran, as the largest shareholder, would be the one to suffer the greatest loss; in their view, no one would accept such a loss.

Although Zhang Ran might be losing face right now, as long as he could obtain the benefits he was entitled to, he would not choose to have a direct falling out.

But now, many people realized they seemed to have guessed wrong; Zhang Ran had not only had a falling out, but he had done so with direct, uncompromising force.

You Jingyang's expression grew increasingly gloomy. "President Zhang, what is the meaning of this?"

Zhang Ran said with a relaxed smile, "What is the meaning? It means nothing more than what I said. By the way, here is some information for you all to look at."

As he spoke, he had He Qing distribute the materials he brought to everyone.

After seeing these documents, You Jingyang's expression changed drastically, and his hands began to tremble. He did not look at Zhang Ran first, nor did he offer any explanation; instead, he stared at Gu Fei with bloodshot eyes.

These documents were definitely not found by Zhang Ran himself; Zhang Ran had only arrived a day ago, and many things were clearly evidence that only those who had participated would know about or be able to obtain.

It was absolutely impossible for Zhang Ran to have them!

Then there was only one possibility: Gu Fei!

Everyone had received the documents, except for Gu Fei, which also proved a point!

Gu Fei's gaze was calm; although he was very nervous inside, he had already made his choice, and there was no turning back for him.

At this moment, he could only trust that Zhang Ran would keep his promise.

"Everyone, does anyone want to offer an explanation?" Zhang Ran asked with a playful smile at the corner of his mouth.

Almost everyone in the room had a terrifyingly gloomy expression. At this moment, they finally felt Zhang Ran's determination, and at the same time, a trace of regret rose in their hearts.

Had they known Zhang Ran was this tough, they shouldn't have made things so difficult for him.

Everyone's eyes turned to You Jingyang, and at this moment, their gazes held a hint of expectation, hoping that You Jingyang could help them turn the tide.

You Jingyang remained silent for a long time. Finally, as if his entire body had been drained, he said in a hoarse voice, "President Zhang, we concede. From now on, we will execute all your orders without the slightest hesitation."

"Likewise, when necessary, I will voluntarily resign."

Although You Jingyang was deeply unwilling, he could only say this now; with the leverage in Zhang Ran's hands, he could not continue to be tough.

However, there was still some desire for a counterattack in his heart; he was thinking that after this matter passed, he...

Before he could finish his thought, Zhang Ran's expression turned exceptionally cold. "Concede? Cooperate? Where were you earlier?"

You Jingyang's heart jolted. "President Zhang, what else do you want?"

"What do I want? Wasn't what I said just now clear enough?" Zhang Ran said indifferently.

You Jingyang took a deep breath, suppressing the unease in his heart. "President Zhang, do you really want to do this? This is a lose-lose situation for the company. Right now, the entire company is still under our control."

"The company's clients, resources, and channels are all maintained by us. Once a problem arises, it is uncertain whether the company can even continue to function."

You Jingyang's words were filled with threats: Are you, Zhang Ran, really going to do this?

Once he did, he, You Jingyang, could make the entire company go down with him.

Zhang Ran suddenly laughed. "You really think highly of yourselves, or rather, do you really think I haven't made any preparations?"

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone's hearts tightened once again.

Zhang Ran then called out loudly, "Director Sun, Old Jiao, come on in."

As his voice fell, the door to the conference room was pushed open again, and Director Sun from the Municipal Bureau and Jiao Zhen walked in with a group of people.

Seeing these people, some in the room immediately had a mental breakdown!

They all recognized the two of them; not to mention Director Sun, who was the Supervisor in charge of economic crimes—many of them had actually dealt with him before.

Jiao Zhen was even more well-known; they were in the same industry, and Jiao Zhen was a top-tier tycoon in the field. How could they not recognize him?

Zhang Ran then looked at You Jingyang and said with a mocking tone, "How about that? Do you think Old Jiao's ability is inferior to yours? Or do you think you people are truly irreplaceable?"

At this moment, You Jingyang could no longer remain calm. He had not expected Zhang Ran's actions to be so swift and so resolute!

"Zhang Ran, do you really want to burn all bridges?" You Jingyang growled.

Zhang Ran said coldly, "Isn't this what you forced me to do?"

"We have already conceded."

"That is you; I have not chosen to accept your concession."

"Zhang Ran, don't forget, once something happens to us, Jiao Zhen and these people won't be able to take over the entire company in a short time, and the people below won't obey them either." You Jingyang was still making a final effort.

Zhang Ran's expression grew even colder. "Who won't obey? Let them stand up. Those with clean hands can leave immediately; those with dirty hands, I will have them accompany you."

Hearing Zhang Ran's words, everyone knew that this time, Zhang Ran was not just trying to intimidate them—he wanted to wipe them out completely! He was not leaving them a way out.

"President Zhang, I was wrong. Give me another chance, I will definitely perform well." Suddenly, someone shouted directly, their voice filled with pleading and despair.

At this moment, they had completely lost their overbearing attitude from yesterday, and they dared not look down on Zhang Ran anymore.

The trump cards they thought they had were completely vulnerable in front of Zhang Ran, and the team they had originally bound together with interests and the future was instantly shattered.

Zhang Ran looked at the person who spoke, his expression not changing in the slightest. "Give you a chance? Haven't I given you chances before?"

"I gave you three chances, but you didn't seize any of them. They say 'no more than three,' so how else do you want me to give you a chance? Do I have to hand the entire company over to you?"

The first chance was when Zhang Ran held the meeting; if these people had chosen to cooperate then, Zhang Ran would have let bygones be bygones and wouldn't have bothered wasting time.

The second was the period after Zhang Ran left; if someone had taken the initiative to find Zhang Ran, he wouldn't have made things difficult for them.

The third was just now during the roll call; if someone had chosen to go against You Jingyang, he would have chosen not to pursue the matter.

But clearly, over these years, You Jingyang had managed the company like an iron bucket; the entire senior management was in cahoots with him, and no one stood up.