Mr. Tang Sen looked at her with great surprise, witnessing the respect and seriousness on her face. Seeing her lower the superior posture typical of a President in deference to talent, he felt somewhat shaken.

Previously, when he told her to take a leave, she had threatened him, asserting her authority as the President to command him. He hadn’t expected such an arrogant woman to now humble herself for the sake of the company, showing such flexibility and resilience.

He had thought these youngsters were all haughty and self-righteous.

"Hmph, flattering me won’t work. I won’t change my mind about my decision, and you haven’t earned my loyalty yet."

Ye Lu wasn’t angered; she had anticipated Mr. Tang Sen’s attitude. His candidness only made her more certain that he was a man of principle who wouldn’t be bought by Ivan and his daughter.

Among the senior executives in the company, she had observed that very few could be trusted to be her allies.

What she urgently needed now was a veteran who could aid her, someone who understood the entire company’s operations to compensate for her shortcomings, and possessed enough prestige to attract followers and command the respect of those who might outwardly comply but resist inwardly.

Because she wanted to implement internal reform within the company, and without someone familiar with the company’s operations and structure, it would be impossible to proceed. Tang Sen, with his prestige and capabilities, was the best candidate.

Therefore, she did not hesitate to humble herself and paid three visits to his humble dwelling to personally invite him back to assist her.

"Mr. Tang Sen, if you are unwilling, it must be because you think I lack the qualifications and ability to convince you. I admit I am young and don’t have much business experience, but I am willing to learn with an open mind and listen to everyone’s opinions, striving to progress the company."

Ye Lu solemnly took out a planning document and handed it to him.

"This is what I have been working on diligently, containing my thoughts and measures for the company’s future, aiming to rejuvenate our company with new vitality and enhance our competitiveness. With your extensive experience, please provide me some guidance."

Mr. Tang Sen took the planning document with skepticism, not expecting much, suspecting that a young girl just out of school couldn’t come up with any significant strategic plans.

So he began to skim carelessly, but as he read further, his expression grew more focused, even pausing occasionally to reflect. After finishing, he looked up in astonishment.

Such a mature plan had been produced by the young girl he had underestimated.

What surprised him even more was that Ye Lu’s plan didn’t focus on striving to improve market performance but rather on optimizing the company’s internal structure, adjusting the company’s products, and repositioning in the market.

It must be said, the plan was profound and showed far-sightedness.

But what he couldn’t understand was, didn’t she urgently need to improve the company’s performance to compete with Yiren for the inheritance rights?

Instead of seeking partnerships, she was pouring her energy into internal company reform, which seemed to offer no advantage in her competition.

Thus, Mr. Tang Sen asked her directly why she chose to do so.

"No reason other than one: I will not let my father’s company fall into ruin on my watch!" Ye Lu’s gaze was resolute, her eyes shining with determination.

Mr. Tang Sen was taken aback by her answer, quite surprised.

He looked at her face, aglow with a faint light, eyes filled with boundless determination, hope, and ambition, but it was not the kind of ruthless ambition that would stop at nothing to achieve her goals, losing all sense.

Ambition is the cornerstone of success in business, but when ambition and desire overshadow principles.