"It's not as simple as just outstanding results, right? Shopkeeper Chai, I really want to know how you were transferred here. Why don't you explain it to me? "Lin Yi's face darkened.
Honest Chai saw that Lin Yi's expression was not right and immediately reacted. Even though he looked weak and honest, he was still a businessman. His shrewdness was unquestionable, and this could be seen from how he dared to secretly record Wei Zhaotong's shady accounts.
"Vice President, don't think too much about it. Outstanding results is just a cover. This matter is indeed complicated, let me slowly explain it to you." Honest Chai hurriedly admitted.
"Speak, I'm listening." Lin Yi said without batting an eyelid.
"Actually, it wasn't because of my outstanding results in the South Continent. On the contrary, it was because they saw that I had made the Wai branch's business bigger and stronger. Thus, the higher-ups from the headquarters wanted to take over the Wai branch, using the excuse that my promotion was not in line with the rules to suppress me. Then, they sent their own trusted aides to take over the Wai branch," Honest Chai said with a bitter smile.
Lin Yi nodded. Even though he had never been to the headquarters of the Hong Family Enterprise, but from Hong Zhong's previous experience, he could tell that the people from the headquarters were indeed like that.
Because they had hitched a ride on the Equal Heaven Escort Agency, everyone was originally disdainful of the Wai branch. But in the end, they discovered that it had suddenly become a juicy, juicy cake. Especially Honest Chai, the current shopkeeper, who did not have much experience and was promoted as a special case, it would be strange if no one thought of taking over.
"What happened after that?" Lin Yi asked.
"You also know that other than you and Vice President Hong, I don't know any of the higher-ups from the headquarters. Originally, this matter was already set in stone and no one would speak up for me. In the end, after Vice President Hong heard the news, he rushed back to the headquarters on Middle Island overnight to speak up for me." Honest Chai said emotionally.
"With Old Hong's character, it's not strange for him to do so." Lin Yi smiled faintly. Hong Zhong was an experienced businessman, but Lin Yi realized that he was still a chivalrous man deep down in his bones. He was willing to sacrifice himself for his friends, and that wasn't something Hong Zhong wouldn't do.
It was said that all businessmen were unscrupulous. Hong Zhong's character was actually not suitable for his identity. In many cases, only unscrupulous people could climb up the ladder faster, while people like him would be ostracized. However, Hong Zhong was very suitable to be an ally, a reliable ally who could trust him with his back.
"Yes, but the situation during the meeting was full of twists and turns. Even though Vice President Hong tried his best, he was still unable to secure my position as the Wai Arc branch's manager. There was no choice, they were adamant that a local promotion was against the rules. Even though it was due to the special circumstances back then, the special circumstances have long passed. Naturally, we have to set things right." Honest Chai smiled bitterly.
"Hmph, getting rid of the donkey once it's out of the millstone." Lin Yi could imagine the situation back then. Hong Zhong must have been extremely helpless and dejected. This was something that could not be helped. Even though he was the Vice President, he did not have the authority to speak. Helping Honest Chai at the last minute would only result in him returning in defeat. This was already a foregone conclusion.
"If not for Vice President Hong's insistence, this matter would have ended there. No one would have paid any attention to me as the previous Wai Arc branch's manager. I would not even be able to remain as the original Vice President. However, Vice President Hong strongly argued that I was a meritorious person. Even if I were to be transferred out of the Wai Arc branch, I must not be dealt with carelessly. Otherwise, it would disappoint everyone." Honest Chai grinned at this point and rejoiced, "Come to think of it, I was really lucky. The Morning Star branch's manager was about to be transferred, and the position became vacant."
"So you took advantage of the situation and transferred over here? It can't be that easy, right? "Lin Yi asked doubtfully.
"Of course it's not that easy. Every carrot has its own pit. This Morning Star branch's manager position has already been eyed by another high ranking member of the headquarters. That person is Wei Zhaotong's backer, Vice President Ren." Honest Chai said.
"Hmph, after Wei Zhaotong's matter, he still has the face to continue eyeing this place?" Lin Yi curled his lips in disdain.
"Vice President Hong also raised this objection on the spot. After all, because of Wei Zhaotong, this Morning Star branch has already fallen out with the Morning Star Academy. You should know the situation here in Morning Star City. From top to bottom, the Morning Star Academy has the final say. How can one live a good life if they fall out with the Morning Star Academy? Hehe, the reason why the previous manager applied for a transfer was because he could no longer continue working here. Otherwise, who would give up such a lucrative position so easily? "Honest Chai shook his head.
"If that's the case, even though this is the East Continent, it's no longer a lucrative position. Once it's sealed off by the Morning Star Academy, it can't even be compared to the Wai branch. No wonder it landed on you." Lin Yi laughed.
"Indeed, but that Vice President Ren did not intend to give up this position. It's just that Vice President Hong said that I was personally promoted by you. Furthermore, you have a good relationship with the higher ranking members of the Morning Star Academy. Especially since your junior sister is the personal disciple of the Godly Nun of the Eastern Sea, it would be more convenient for me to start my business here. With this, the other higher ranking members of the headquarters had no objections. After all, it doesn't affect their own interests. Furthermore, that Vice President Ren had nothing to say due to Wei Zhaotong's previous stain. Thus, this matter was decided."
"I see." Lin Yi looked at Honest Chai apologetically. It seemed like he had wronged him. This manager of the Morning Star branch also had many twists and turns.
"These were all things that Vice President Hong told me in his letter. Actually, even after I mentioned your name, that Vice President Ren still didn't want to let go. However, the higher ranking member who suggested for me to be transferred started arguing with him. He couldn't even take care of himself, so he had no choice but to accept his fate." Honest Chai laughed.
"Oh? That fella is afraid that if he doesn't settle you down, his position as the Wai branch's manager won't be stable. That's fine too. Let them fight amongst themselves, and you'll be able to take advantage of it. "Lin Yi couldn't help but laugh.
"Hehe, it's all thanks to you that I'm able to take advantage of this situation. If it were anyone else, it would be a chore. When I first arrived, this branch was already on the verge of closing down. Thankfully, I found Miss Huang to help me plead for mercy. Finally, I managed to get the Godly Nun of the Eastern Sea to speak up and restore our relationship with the Morning Star Academy. Because of this, I was able to gain a foothold here. Otherwise, it would be hard to say what would happen to me." Honest Chai rejoiced.
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