Rebirth: She is Ready for a Counterattack!-Chapter 445 - 444: Strict Management

"Last year, the teacher suggested applying to Beijing Foreign Studies University or Shanghai International Studies University, but he insisted on applying to Fudan University and Tsinghua University. Now he has to retake a year."

Gu Xiaoying, feeling that standing while holding the child was straining her back, sat down and glared at Gu Xiaojie.

"If I’m going to take the exam, I’ll aim for the best."

Gu Xiaojie really has changed. This little guy actually has a day when he’s striving hard. Compared to the child who only thought about games before leaving, he’s really grown up quite a bit.

"I support your son on this. You should learn from Sister Xiaoqing; aim for the best if you’re going to take the exam. What’s that saying? Better to be the tail of a phoenix than the head of a chicken."

Gu Ruhai slapped his thigh to show his support for his son.

Seeing the harmonious family, Gu Xiaoqing was grateful that her clear and subtle plan had succeeded.

Indeed, when there’s more money, it naturally triggers people’s greed.

This is human nature; no matter how noble you think you are, you can’t deny it.

Since everyone is inclined towards the family’s money, along with the belief they each deserve a share, then as brothers we need clear accounts, and try separating for a while.

No matter if after separating you elevate yourself or squander everything, the business definitely won’t be as good as before.

At that time, you inevitably need family support because, in business, it’s all about how much manpower you have and the breadth of your connections.

There’s a saying, "The righteous have more help, and the unrighteous have little." The same principle applies in business.

Unite to win, separate to lose.

The current shareholding system not only makes accounts clear—who owns how many shares and how much dividend they receive at the year’s end—but also allows everyone to contribute to the company and work hard together, which is the most reasonable method Gu Xiaoqing could imagine.

Just like at New Horizon, although Gu Xiaoqing holds 40% of the shares, Guo Donghua and Ye Mingyue also have significant shares, each owning 25%.

The remaining small pieces of shares are distributed to well-known teachers, so they can treat New Horizon as their home to strive for.

After all, New Horizon is different from traditional education systems.

Teachers, as service individuals, must continuously innovate and think about how to serve students, rather than the traditional education system of just earning a fixed salary and waiting for the day to end.

As a result, Guo Donghua and Gu Xiaoqing, along with Ye Mingyue, have never argued about money. In fact, Guo Donghua often feels embarrassed.

Ye Mingyue, on the other hand, openly acknowledges her efforts and hard work, and she accepts her share of the equity with a clear conscience, stating that this is all she wishes to accept.

These two points highlight the difference between Ye Mingyue and Guo Donghua. Guo Donghua holds the view that everything was funded by Gu Xiaoqing, and she provided the ideas.

However, Ye Mingyue understands that although Gu Xiaoqing provided the ideas and funding, they are also managing on her behalf.

Each of them has clear roles, and the benefits should be fairly distributed. Ye Mingyue believes that those who work for nothing only appear in novels.

"Oh, sister, how come you’re here?"

Gu Xiaojie was very curious, following Li Xuemei’s transformation plan of the boutique route, investing heavily to establish a flagship store, and thought his sister was already in the United States.

"I’m here with my mentor and friends for a meal."

Gu Xiaoqing replied with a smile.

She silently gave her mother a look, not wanting her to reveal the truth. After all, it took a lot of effort to bring the family’s hearts together again, and she only contributed a few ideas and resources.

Li Xuemei sighed inwardly, feeling fortunate to have Gu Xiaoqing in this family. With her around, even after she and Gu Ruhai pass away, the Gu Family can still remain intact. As for whether the third generation will fall apart, that’s not her concern.

"Donghua informed us that you were back. At first, I couldn’t believe it. Why didn’t you say anything when you came back? Do you still not want to come home?"

Li Xuemei complained.

Gu Ruhai became anxious when he heard Li Xuemei’s words: "That’s not acceptable. Now that you’re back, how can you not come home? Xiaoqing, if you’re still mad at your father, then just come to your mother..."

"Xiaoqing, if you’re going to blame someone, blame your sister for not believing in you back then. I was emotionally unbalanced too. After over two years, now that you’re back, you should at least visit mom and dad. You don’t know, if you don’t come home, mom won’t either..."

Gu Xiaoying thought Gu Xiaoqing might not know the situation at home and started to get worried.

Years ago, Li Xuemei and Gu Ruhai agreed that as long as Gu Xiaoqing came home, she would too. If Gu Xiaoqing didn’t return, she would never come back in her lifetime.

Although Li Xuemei worked at the company these years, seeing everyone all the time and often traveling for leisure,

Li Xuemei ultimately never returned home.

She quickly stepped up, holding Gu Xiaoqing’s hand, saying, "Daughter, come home with us."

Under the eager anticipation of the entire family, Gu Xiaoqing felt a bit embarrassed.

She was originally planning to come back but chose to keep a low profile, so she didn’t mention her return to the country.

After all, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Although she’s successful in her career in the United States, she also faces many enemies.

Being discreet is naturally wiser.

She was planning to return home after this meal with Ye Mingyue and Jon but didn’t expect Guo Donghua to inform her family beforehand. Seeing how eagerly everyone was looking forward to it, Gu Xiaoqing naturally nodded and replied, "Okay..."

The words almost brought tears to Gu Ruhai’s eyes. He had longed for this day.

After being apart for over two years, Gu Ruhai wasn’t great at housekeeping and had to hire nannies. So, Gu Ruhai and Li Xuemei headed home, instructing the nanny to prepare beforehand.

Gu Xiaoying and Gu Xiaoqing went to find Liu Ming first. Liu Ming had resigned from his job because, in these times, business is increasingly appealing. Also, the Gu family needed a company to manage imported beef and liaise with people in Hong Kong.

Therefore, on Gu Xiaoying’s suggestion, Liu Ming started his business.

Arriving early at Liu Ming’s office, Gu Xiaoqing noticed that even the secretary was male, and she couldn’t help but smile.

Looks like her sister is quite strict.

By managing the imported beef issues, Liu Ming made it possible for Gu Xiaoying to continue working at the company.

"Madam, you’ve arrived!"

Liu Ming’s male secretary saw Gu Xiaoying and hurried over to greet her: "President Liu is in a meeting, should I call him?"

Gu Xiaoying nodded, thinking that her family was waiting, so why hold a meeting?

"No need, sister, let’s wait here for a bit."

Gu Xiaoqing interjected, thinking she should give her brother-in-law some face; details in life still needed attention.

The male secretary was confused about what to do.

Realizing her actions were somewhat inappropriate since Liu Ming had several people under him, it wasn’t right to just call him out.