Every word is a gem.

Three days later.

Feihong Group, President's Office.

Lin Qi let out a long breath. The business plan to take down the Fangyuan Group was finally complete. Following this roadmap, the Fangyuan Group would undoubtedly collapse within three months. Of course, it would require a significant expenditure of manpower, resources, and capital on his part, but as long as he could successfully acquire the Fangyuan Group in the end, all the hard work would be worth it.

He then summoned Secretary Hu.

"Notify all vice presidents of the group and managers of the branches to prepare for a meeting."

"Understood." Secretary Hu turned and left.

For the past three days, Lin Qi had done nothing but hunch over his desk writing; Secretary Hu had no idea what he was working on. Now, it seemed, a major move was imminent.

Half an hour later, the required personnel were gathered in a conference room. Lin Qi had previously conducted thorough research on them, ensuring they were absolutely loyal to the Feihong Group—one could only reach such high positions through such loyalty.

This was the first meeting Lin Qi had held since taking office as president. The executives attached great importance to it, arriving well-prepared with notebooks and voice recorders.

Before the meeting began, Lin Qi announced news that most had already heard rumors about: the dismissal of Vice President Shen Ze and his expulsion from the Feihong Group.

Lin Qi stated the reasons without hesitation: "I detest subordinates who are self-righteous, sycophantic, morally bankrupt, and duplicitous! Setting aside whether or not I actually like Luo Feifei, even if I did, it should be me pursuing her—why did he feel the need to interfere? Is he lacking in work? Furthermore, look at the methods he used—drugging her! Such moral depravity is worthy of everyone's contempt. I hope you all take this as a warning. Do not engage in such behavior again. Put away your petty schemes and focus your energy on your work. When your performance improves, I will be pleased—that is worth ten thousand times more than you sending me gifts!"

Lin Qi’s words were resounding, striking the hearts of those present like heavy hammers. The executives realized that while this new president was young, his style was seasoned, hard-nosed, and he had absolutely no patience for corrupt, dirty tactics. Although firing an executive upon taking office felt like a classic "new broom sweeps clean" maneuver, his actions were reasonable and well-justified. The group had no choice but to be convinced.

"Very well, let us move on to the main agenda," Lin Qi said.

The group immediately sat up straight, no longer underestimating their young president. But his opening statement left everyone’s jaws on the floor. He announced that he intended to crush and annex the Fangyuan Group within three months.

The Fangyuan Group was another major conglomerate in Huaijiang City, similar in size to Feihong Group, with deep roots and formidable strength. The two had been in competition for years, both wanting to eliminate the other. But how could this be possible?

Before anyone could voice their objections, Lin Qi distributed the business plan he had spent the last three days preparing—multiple copies had already been printed.

"Study this and see if it is feasible," Lin Qi said calmly.

The executives flipped through the documents, reading every word with intense focus. More than an hour later, they were left with nothing but admiration. It was brilliant—truly brilliant. Every item and every clause targeted the vulnerabilities of the Fangyuan Group. It was truly a masterpiece of strategy. As experienced executives, they knew immediately that if they followed this plan, they would certainly be able to crush and annex the Fangyuan Group within three months.

It would be a pyrrhic victory—a costly endeavor that would drain Feihong Group’s own vitality—but once the Fangyuan Group was acquired, recovery would be swift.

"What does everyone think?" Lin Qi asked quietly.

"The risks are high, but the returns are even higher!"
"I support President Lin; this business plan is perfect."
"I support President Lin as well..."

The executives voiced their opinions one after another, resulting in a unanimous vote.

"Since there are no objections, we shall proceed according to this plan. If anyone encounters difficulties, bring them to me, and I will help you resolve them." Lin Qi stood up and walked out of the office. He was exhausted from the past three days and only wanted to get some rest.

The executives returned to their respective offices to begin deploying their tasks.

In the secretary's office, as soon as Secretary Hu walked in, a man suddenly collapsed to his knees. Secretary Hu was startled to see that it was Shen Ze.

"Secretary Hu, please plead with President Lin for me. I’m over forty, I cannot lose this job..." Shen Ze clung to Secretary Hu’s legs, sobbing bitterly. He had been hospitalized with serious injuries, and though he hadn't fully recovered, he was finally able to walk.

Having worked together for so many years, Secretary Hu felt a twinge of pity. He set his files and notebook on the desk, muttered "I will see what I can do," and turned to leave.