Chapter 837: 831. The Confrontation Between Both Sides (Seeking Subscriptions and Monthly Tickets)

Luofeide took the lead in supporting Zhang Ran's proposal, which could be considered the start of this formal confrontation.

Just as Luofeide finished speaking, someone said, "I object. I have no disagreement regarding the investigation into Chalide, but Chalide is currently negotiating a major project. This project involves a large sum of capital, and it has always been under Chalide's responsibility."

"Apart from him, there is no one else who can be in charge. Once the investigation into Chalide begins now, it will inevitably alert him."

"When that time comes, the project might be ruined because of it, which is something we do not wish to see." The person who spoke was named Xibolai, who primarily dealt in the mining business; like the Rhode Family, they were considered an old-established family.

Standing with the Rhode Family this time was only natural, as the two families had always had some cooperation, and even intermarriage.

Xibolai's words were not wrong either, because he did not oppose investigating Chalide, but rather opposed investigating him now.

It was just that when to investigate was another matter entirely.

After all, when this so-called project could actually be successfully negotiated was also an uncertain matter.

And once such a matter dragged on for too long, it would lose all meaning, and by then, it might just end up being dropped.

Therefore, the excuse he found was actually quite good; at the very least, it was hard to say anything against it.

The Luode Xiongmei were both expressionless, but from their eyes, one could tell that their mood was quite good.

This also showed that their preparations during this period had not been in vain.

Although they had not expected Zhang Ran to strike directly from the inside, and to have obtained such secret information, their response was also very appropriate.

"What project? As far as I know, the project Chalide is currently following up on is just an ordinary small project, right?"

"Although there might be some losses, compared to the things he has committed, this project is simply nothing." This was someone who supported Zhang Ran.

"You are really mistaken about this. Chalide's project is considered a confidential project. Of course, everyone present can check it. Whoever wants to know the details, I can have the information brought over for you right now." Xibolai was not flustered in the slightest.

It seemed he had already made preparations.

The two sides engaged in a fierce debate over this issue; one side hoped to investigate Chalide, while the other side wanted to postpone the investigation.

Each side provided their reasons.

Just at this moment, someone who had been neutral spoke up, "Ahem, let me say a few words."

This person was named Bulaike, a traditional British aristocrat. Logically speaking, based on the relationship between Zhang Ran and Prince Haiman, Bulaike should have supported Zhang Ran.

But in reality, it was not like that at all. Although Prince Haiman held his status here, it did not mean that all these people in Britain needed to listen to him.

Especially since the influence of these people was not small at all.

Zhang Ran and the Luode Xiongmei all looked at Bulaike; they wanted to hear what Bulaike had to say.

Judging solely from the current situation, the number of people supporting Zhang Ran's side was clearly slightly higher, but only by a limited margin.

Although Zhang Ran had made great efforts for this, the Luode Xiongmei were not just sitting idle either; there were still quite a few people who supported them.

If these neutral people continued to choose neutrality, that is, choosing to abstain in the subsequent votes.

Then Zhang Ran might be able to force it through with a slim advantage.

However, now that Bulaike had spoken, it proved that they also had something they wanted to say.

Just while Zhang Ran and the others were arguing earlier, these people had not been idle either; one by one, they were whispering to each other about something.

At this moment, Bulaike spoke, clearly having made some decision.

Zhang Ran's eyes were deep; he said nothing, just quietly watching Bulaike. He actually wanted to hear what Bulaike and the others wanted to say.

Bulaike cleared his throat and said, "Chalide's matter must absolutely be dealt with; there is no doubt about that. But since Chalide has such an important project right now, I think it would be better to postpone it for a while."

"If it really doesn't work, we can have him speed up the progress of this project. Of course, if he deliberately delays, we can also send someone else to follow up, and only conduct the investigation after we have grasped the core of the project."

This statement did not offend either side, or rather, it did not offend either side to the death.

It agreed to investigate Chalide and indicated an attitude of not giving up halfway, but also did not want them to suffer losses because of this investigation.

For their neutral faction, this was the best choice.

Once these words were out, the Luode Xiongmei and their supporters all had a trace of a smile appear on their faces.

Bulaike appeared to have no bias, but in reality, such an operation was clearly advantageous to them.

They knew that Zhang Ran wanted to achieve his goal in a short time. As long as it dragged on, it would be unfavorable to Zhang Ran and would not meet his expectations.

Of course, there was another point: as long as there was time, they could rearrange for someone to replace Chalide, and afterwards, even if Chalide was finished, they would continue to hold this important position.

Zhang Ran looked at Bulaike and said gloomily, "Bulaike, do you really know what this project is now?"

Indeed, until now, this project was still just a project described independently by Xibolai's side; the others were not clear about it at all.

It was just that Xibolai had appeared too calm earlier, so everyone had subconsciously believed him.

Bulaike's expression changed slightly, but before he could speak, Xibolai on the side smiled and said, "Of course I know. This project is investing in the Telecommunications Business in the UK, which has been communicated with the UK side for a long time."

"It's just that this project is large in scale and involves many things, so it has always been in a state of confidentiality."

"Everyone also knows that once those competitors know our true situation, it will not be good for some future operations."

Upon hearing this, Bulaike relaxed slightly, and at the same time, his eyes began to flicker.

Xibolai also looked at Bulaike and said with a smile, "In this, we have also made significant progress with the help of Mr. Bulaike."

The meaning of these words was very clear: Bulaike's company also played a role in it. Of course, this meant that the benefits they would obtain would be even greater.

On the surface, this seemed to have no problems, but Zhang Ran saw some abnormalities. It was very clear that these two were openly conducting an exchange of interests.

Sure enough, upon hearing Xibolai's words, Bulaike's tone also became a bit firmer, "We don't care how you argue; that is your business, but you cannot let us suffer losses because of your own personal grudges, right?"