Reborn Heiress: Seeking Revenge-Chapter 530: Shen Cheng and Wanqian 2(2)_1
After leaving the café, Shangguan You simply strolled along the streets. She wasn’t in a hurry to go home, nor did she seek out acquaintances. Half a month ago, Ye An had already sent over the contract for a twenty percent stake in Ye International. At the same time, Ye An also subtly hinted that, aside from this twenty percent stake she held and her status as a corporate shareholder, there would be no further connection between him and Shangguan You. He even arranged for a lawyer with no ties to the Ye Family to handle the Shen Family matters.
Of course, the contract between the Ye Family and the You Family remained valid, but it only pertained to the corporate level and had nothing to do with personal matters.
Shangguan You naturally understood that this was what Young Master Ye the Third had in mind and happily accepted it. In the month since her return, she had not heard any news about Young Master Ye the Third, nor had she sought it out. Even when Ye An occasionally tried to disclose something, she interrupted him.
In the current situation, she didn’t want to know anything about Young Master Ye the Third. Even if she did, it wouldn’t do her any good. Since that was the case, she preferred to let things take their natural course.
Watching the hustle and bustle of the streets, I can’t help but curl my lips into a smile. Tomorrow, the Shen Family will once again be in my hands. In my previous life, I wronged Grandfather. Now I will take back what belongs to me.
「The next day.」
At the Shen Family’s headquarters, inside the conference hall, a heavy pressure pervaded the entire meeting room. Shen Cheng sat in the main seat, with Wanqian beside him, and several high-level company executives seated below.
Seated to Shen Cheng’s right, Shen Congming held a thick stack of documents, his forehead beading with cold sweat. If one looked closely, they would see his eyes filled with an anxiety and unease that he forcibly suppressed.
Shen Cheng cast a mocking glance at Wanqian. She wants to deal with me? She’s still far too inexperienced.
At exactly nine o’clock in the morning, all the company’s high-level executives had arrived.
"Manager Shen, is everyone here?" Wanqian glanced at Shen Congwen, her distinctive voice ringing out.
"Vice President, everyone has arrived," Shen Congming replied, wiping away his sweat. These days had been tough for him. With Shen Cheng and Wanqian at odds, and the company suffering from negative publicity, the Shen Family had become a laughingstock in business circles. Shen Congming’s life hadn’t been easy either. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂
"Good. Now that everyone is here, let’s officially start our company meeting," Shen Cheng said, his gaze sweeping over Wanqian, a fleeting chill in his eyes.
"Yes. As one of the shareholders, I originally entrusted all company matters to President Shen with confidence. However, I believe everyone here is aware of recent events: first, the lawsuit over thirty percent of the shares, and then the scandals President Shen has caused," Wanqian began, her gaze calmly sweeping over everyone present before resting on Shen Cheng.
"President Shen has caused such scandals that our Shen Family has utterly lost face in our circles. Furthermore, all our business deals have plummeted. Even companies we had negotiated with and were ready to sign contracts with have all backed out. This is a severe blow to our company. As a shareholder, I have called this meeting.
"President Shen has brought a negative impact on the company, severely affecting our interests. Personally, I feel that Shen Cheng, as president, lacks the capability, and it’s no longer necessary for him to continue in his position. As president and as a shareholder, he has unavoidably damaged the company’s image. President Shen Cheng should take responsibility and resign to give the company an explanation," Wanqian said, her voice growing sharper. Now that it had come to this, there was no turning back. Moreover, Shen Cheng had deeply disappointed Wanqian. Her words were unrelenting, painting Shen Cheng as completely worthless, even bearing a hint of coercion. Although Shen Cheng was a shareholder, his actions had also affected the interests of the company’s employees, which was why Wanqian had initiated this meeting.
"Everyone is entitled to their opinions. Even though you may not be shareholders, you are still the elite of this company, and its development relies on each of you. It’s essential for President Shen to hear what you think," Wanqian said, eyeing Shen Cheng, who was seething with rage, his veins throbbing. With the support of these people, Shen Cheng’s faction won’t be able to make any waves. His authority will be stripped away, and even if he has more shares, he’ll be nothing more than a figurehead in the company. Wanqian’s tactic was ruthless and decisive.
Shen Cheng’s eyes narrowed as he glanced at Shen Congming, who was sweating profusely. So what if Wanqian persuades everyone and strips me of my power? Shen Congming is my uncle-in-law, my man. He holds the company’s finances. What can the others possibly do?
My resentment towards Wanqian has only deepened. First, the affair and the illegitimate child! Then, when I was being suppressed, not only did she fail to quell the negative press, she even sabotaged me from behind! She decisively replaced key people in the company with her own, and now she’s trying to strip me of my authority and kick me out. She even wants to turn Shen Congming against me! Wanqian, you’re playing a clever game.
But Wanqian seems to have forgotten that I, Shen Cheng, didn’t get to where I am by being a pushover. "I personally feel very sorry for the recent events," he began. "As president of the Shen Family, I have been diligent and dedicated, striving to elevate the company for everyone’s benefit. In recent days, I can say with a clear conscience that my actions have brought the company to unprecedented new heights.
"As for the lawsuit concerning the company’s shares, I believe the hotel has already provided an explanation. The significant impact on the company was solely due to staff negligence. Regarding this matter, I believe Vice President Wanqian is well-informed, perhaps even the instigator. Faced with such an incident, not only did Vice President Wanqian fail to act proactively, but she also kicked me while I was down. I seriously doubt her character. What would happen if such a large company were entrusted to her management?
"I fear the company wouldn’t improve but would instead suffer losses year after year. A person who is unwilling to own up to their mistakes has no right to sit in this position," Shen Cheng said coldly, his lips curling into a mocking smile.
"Regarding the lawsuit, I have already taken urgent action and implemented appropriate measures. I trust that it won’t be long before this negative impact on the Shen Family subsides, even if certain individuals with ulterior motives attempt to exploit the situation."
