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Chapter 39 Annual Meeting 2

On the other side, Li Wei, who was looking around boredly, caught sight of the two figures and her eyes instantly lit up with gossip. She quickly pointed in the direction where Xia Ming and Su Xiao were sitting and whispered to Lin Chen, "Brother Chen, look over there."

Lin Chen looked in the direction she was pointing and saw Xia Ming and Su Xiao sitting together, talking about something. Su Xiao looked relaxed and at ease, so she and Xia Ming must have a good chat.

He already had a good impression of the two when he watched the drama. Now, having come to the world of Ideal City and gotten to know them better, his admiration has only grown stronger. Su Xiao is diligent, resilient, sincere, and decisive; Xia Ming is worldly-wise, yet able to uphold his principles amidst the ups and downs. In his eyes, the two are truly a perfect match.

Li Wei leaned over, her eyes full of amusement: "Who does that guy look like? Do you know him, Brother Chen?"

She carefully examined Xia Ming for a few moments.

"He's quite handsome, and it seems like he's interested in Su Xiao. Is he pursuing her? Brother Chen, do you think there's something going on between them?"

Lin Chen looked at the two people in the corner, a knowing smile playing on his lips, and slowly introduced them to Li Wei:

"His name is Xia Ming, the chief economist of Tianke. He is young and promising, and can be considered one of the top young talents in Yinghai Group."

"So he's Xia Ming!" Li Wei exclaimed in realization, becoming even more excited.

"When I went to the canteen at Yinghai headquarters, I heard people mention him several times. They all said that he was Yinghai's recognized number one male god. He really is very handsome."

"No way, shouldn't I be the number one male god in Yinghai?" Lin Chen said narcissistically.

"Of course, Brother Chen will always be my number one male god!" Li Wei looked at Lin Chen with a lovestruck expression.

Lin Chen chuckled, a surge of desire rising within him as he gazed at the alluring Li Wei. However, with so many people around, he suppressed his impulse. He simply made a private gesture towards Li Wei, which immediately made her blush.

Lin Chen dared not tease her any further, and quickly shook his head, changing the subject, "Go ask her, how would I know?"

The chill was still palpable at the entrance to the banquet hall.

Zhao Xiankun, dressed in a dark suit, exuded a calm and authoritative aura. He nodded to Wu Hongmei, who greeted him, and walked slowly and unhurriedly into the hall. As the head of Yinghai Group, his arrival immediately quieted the surrounding noise, and everyone's eyes instinctively turned to him. As he walked, senior and middle-level employees alike stepped aside to greet him with utmost respect.

Before long, all the guests had arrived, and Lin Chen and his group took their seats.

As the lights came on, a group of Yinghai female employees (mostly from the human resources department) dressed in matching light-colored dresses began dancing a campus-style opening dance to a lively rhythm. Their smiles were polite and their movements were synchronized. Maria led the team in rehearsing this dance.

As the music ended, the HR girls lined up, bowed, and left the stage. Applause erupted from the audience, interspersed with a few loud whistles. Maria, dressed in an exquisite gown, calmly walked onto the stage, took the microphone from the usher, and began her opening remarks for the annual meeting with a radiant smile.

"Distinguished leaders and colleagues, good evening! Welcome to the Yinghai Group Annual Gala. Over the past year, we have worked together to overcome difficulties, and we thank everyone for their contributions and dedication. As the new year approaches, may we continue to work hand in hand and achieve even greater success! I wish tonight's annual gala a complete success! Now, please welcome Mr. Zhao Xiankun, Chairman of Yinghai Group, to the stage."

Thunderous applause immediately erupted from the audience, rising and falling throughout the banquet hall. Zhao Xiankun, beaming with smiles, waved to the crowd before quickly walking to the center of the stage.

Zhao Xiankun took the microphone, his gaze sweeping over the audience. He exuded confidence and high spirits. In recent days, the merger of Tianzihao had been progressing smoothly, the internal restructuring had yielded significant results, and the path to listing was in sight. Long-standing worries were being resolved one by one, and the heavy burden on his heart was gradually being lifted. At this moment, his brows were full of relief and high spirits, radiating confidence.

"Good evening, fellow colleagues and partners from Yinghai." Zhao Xiankun's voice was steady and loud, clearly carrying throughout the banquet hall through the microphone.

"As the year draws to a close and winter deepens, and the old year gives way to the new, I am delighted to gather with you all here to spend this wonderful year-end night together."

"Yinghai has been developing for seventeen years. During this time, we have experienced countless ups and downs and were on the verge of bankruptcy several times. It is thanks to everyone here that we have worked together and shared weal and woe, and that we have overcome one difficulty after another."

He paused, his gaze slowly sweeping over everyone in the audience, his tone gradually becoming firm and resolute: "Fortunately, no one at Yinghai has ever given up easily. From top to bottom, from senior management to frontline employees, from headquarters departments to subsidiaries, everyone has worked together with one heart and one mind, showing mutual understanding and support, weathering difficulties, overcoming storms, and resolving misunderstandings. In particular, the recent merger of the five top-tier subsidiaries has, with the joint efforts of all staff, broken down existing barriers, streamlined the internal structure, rectified operational problems, and standardized the financial system, making steady progress and achieving remarkable results. This is the result of everyone's joint efforts."

The audience listened attentively, many nodding in agreement, their eyes filled with recognition and excitement.

"It is precisely because of everyone's concerted efforts that Yinghai today boasts a clearer internal order, more stable business development, a steadily improving industry reputation, and continuously rising recognition from the capital market. The goal of the group's overall listing is no longer a distant plan, but a tangible future." Zhao Xiankun's tone was spirited, and his words were powerful and resolute. "The road ahead is bright, and the future is promising. As long as we continue to maintain our original aspirations and drive, unite as one, be down-to-earth, work together towards the same goal, and move forward hand in hand, it won't be long before Yinghai successfully completes its overall listing, reaches a new level of development, achieves even better results, and gives every colleague who has contributed a satisfactory answer!"

As soon as he finished speaking, enthusiastic and sustained applause erupted from the audience. The applause was thunderous and continuous, and many people's faces were filled with hope and excitement.

Zhao Xiankun slightly raised his hand, signaling everyone to quiet down, his tone softening with warmth: "As the year draws to a close and the Spring Festival approaches, I would like to extend my early wishes to every colleague and family present here for a peaceful and prosperous New Year, good health, and all the best. Tonight, let's put aside our work and fatigue, gather together, chat freely, and enjoy this wonderful evening. Thank you all!"

After finishing his speech, Zhao Xiankun bowed slightly in acknowledgment, then stood tall and composed, turned around and slowly walked off the stage.

The applause erupted again, even more enthusiastic and sincere than before. Everyone stood up, offering heartfelt applause to show their respect and recognition for the leader.

Lin Chen sat upright at the table, gazing at Zhao Xiankun, who had been so spirited and composed on the stage just moments before, and couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion. He raised his hand to pick up the teacup in front of him, took a small sip of warm tea, and silently buried all his thoughts in his heart.