Chapter 555: Turned Tables

Who was Wang Dong?

He was Su Yang’s right-hand man and the other founder of the company. He was also the Vice-President of the company at the time.

Back when Su Yang was still a poor student, it was Wang Dong who gave Su Yang his first part-time job as an intermediary, allowing him to earn his first bucket of gold. When Su Yang wanted to start a business, he pulled Wang Dong along and used their resources to start a company together.

Therefore, to Su Yang who was still in his early stages, Wang Dong was actually his guide and the position he had in Su Yang’s heart was very special.

This was also the reason why Su Yang allowed Wang Dong to manage the company even though he realized that Wang Dong was not capable and many things were not done well.

Data was data and people were people. Human hearts were made of flesh, and people would always consider emotional factors.

Therefore, Su Yang had thought that many people would leave their jobs, even going as far as everyone in his company leaving. However, he really did not think that Wang Dong would be among them. He did not even call Wang Dong when he asked the group of middle and high-level managers earlier.

In the end, Wang Dong actually gave himself a backstab that time.

Su Yang did not say anything. He looked past Wang Dong and looked at the silence in the company behind Wang Dong with an expressionless face.

Su Yang waved his hand. “Close the door.”

After being reminded by Su Yang, Wang Dong suddenly realized what he had done. He hurriedly closed the door and came to the table. His face was red with shame.

He quickly explained, “Mr. Su, I didn’t mean to say that with the door opened.”

[Space Traversing Eyes] judged it as. [Truth]…

Su Yang waved his hand.

‘Even without the judgment of the [Space Traversing Eyes], I knew that Wang Dong did not do it on purpose. He doesn’t have the brains… To put it bluntly, the existing problem he always had was that he wasn’t meticulous enough when faced with an issue. Instead, he would rely on the first thought that came to his mind.

‘This was also why he always messes things up.

‘Just use Li Zijun as an example, I’ve handed the same task to Li Zijun. Other than completing the task, Li Zijun would consider three to four steps ahead to ensure that her actions did not affect her future interests.

‘But Wang Dong is completely different. After he was done, he did not even consider what he had done.

‘Of course, it was not because he did not want to improve. He just wanted to finish his work as soon as possible and report to me so that I could see his enthusiasm.

‘However, with his working method, there would always be errors everywhere.

‘Bluntly speaking, he has always placed too much focus on the situation in front of him instead of looking at the bigger picture.

‘This is also the reason why I gave him the position of Vice-President and stopped his promotion there. I believe that he doesn’t have the ability to manage a company.

‘I thought that I was doing what’s best for him at the time. However, I never expected that Wang Dong would be resigning at a time like this.’

He looked at Wang Dong and pointed at the sofa. “Have a seat.”

Wang Dong felt that the current Su Yang was like a volcano that was about to erupt. He quickly sat on the sofa obediently and lowered his head without saying anything.

Su Yang took a few deep breaths and said, “Brother Dong, it’s been a year since we started our business together. Although we can’t be said to have built the company bit by bit, we did slowly make adjustments and build it up together. Hence, this may be my company, but it’s also yours. So, why would you want to leave?”

Wang Dong shook his head. “I just want to have a change of environment.”

[Space Traversing Eyes] judged it as. [False]…

Su Yang was speechless.

‘I really did not expect that the first thing he would say is a lie.’ He suddenly felt a little sad. ‘Although I don’t see Wang Dong as a brother, at least I’ve treated him as a friend. I also know myself that I did not mistreat him. However,I never expected for my heartfelt treatment to be met with lies.’

Su Yang took a deep breath and asked, “Are you unhappy with me?”

Wang Dong shook his head. “No.”

[Space Traversing Eyes] judged it as. [False]…

Su Yang was speechless.

Su Yang asked, “Brother Dong, what has the other party offered you?”

Wang Dong said in a low voice, “Three times the salary, options as high as 10% and a position as their company’s CEO.”

[Space Traversing Eyes] judged it as. [False]…

Su Yang fell silent again.

‘I can understand if his first two answers were lies, but even the treatment he’s receiving is a lie? That’s a little ridiculous, isn’t it?

‘Is he trying to use both companies to raise his price? Or is he waiting for the right price before he cashes out…?

‘I’m completely disappointed with Wang Dong. Although I know that his job is actually a means to his livelihood for the sake of earning money. A job that doesn’t involve money is all just fooling around as hooligans.

However, an executive in a company like Wang Dong isn’t a part of this category.

‘His original salary is already high and is definitely enough for his living expenses, plus he’s being given the company shares and options. This has already surpassed the salary of a normal employee. This was to let both the senior executive and the company grow together.

‘With this kind of treatment, even if he doesn’t treat the company as his own, he should at least have a sense of responsibility, shouldn’t he?

‘Even if he has no sense of responsibility, he’s already a senior executive. Why can’t he measure the future of the company?

‘I can’t see the sense of responsibility and vision in Wang Dong at all.’

Therefore, he could not be bothered to say more and merely waved his hand. “Okay, I understand. You can leave now.”

Looking at Su Yang’s expressionless face, a trace of guilt appeared in Wang Dong’s heart. He felt that he had gone overboard.

However, he thought about how he was the most senior employee of the company, the earliest founder and how the company was developing so quickly yet he was still only a Vice-President. Also, he thought about the woman who was much younger than him but had already become the person in charge of the entire company’s public relations department. Lastly, he thought about how he had worked so hard for so long but still only had so little shares, coupled with the fact about all the negative news about Su Yang online, Wang Dong finally made up his mind.

He felt that since he and Su Yang were able to start from scratch and develop a “Two-man workshop” into a large corporation, that would have proved his capability. Therefore, he felt that Su Yang was far from giving him his just treatment, respect and trust. He felt that he had the ability to manage a company and manage it well.

At the thought of this, Wang Dong placed the resignation letter on Su Yang’s desk and nodded before turning to leave.

Looking at Wang Dong who was about to leave, Su Yang hesitated for a moment before calling out to him. “Wang Dong.” This time, he did not call him Brother Dong.

Wang Dong turned to look at Su Yang.

Su Yang looked at him and said, “I just asked some of the senior management staff in the company. Recently, there have been people poaching them as well. This could very likely be a conspiracy. So, you’d best reconsider again.”

Wang Dong lowered his gaze. After a while, he raised his head and looked at Su Yang firmly. “Thank you, Mr. Su. I will be responsible for my own decision.”

Having said that, Su Yang had nothing more to say. He had already done all he could. Hence, he waved his hand and asked Wang Dong to leave. From then on, the last bit of friendship between him and Wang Dong was completely exhausted.

After Wang Dong left, Su Yang shook his head as he listened to the chatter outside.

As the founder and Vice-President of the company, Wang Dong had always been Su Yang’s spokesperson in the company. Therefore, his departure did not surprise the majority of the employees in the company.

Logically speaking, Su Yang should have gone out to comfort his employees. However, he knew that it was useless. No matter what he said, no one would listen to him.

Even Wang Dong, the pillar, was going to leave the company. Hence, everyone knew how big of an effect the report against Su Yang had towards him.

This was a case where if Su Yang did not handle it well, his assets would be frozen and he might end up in jail.

‘No matter what I say, everyone would think that I’m trying to defend myself.

‘Hence, the only solution would be for the city to give them a clear answer.’

Su Yang calculated the time. ‘It has been three days since I had a drink with Jiang Yan. If it wasn’t for Big Boss Guo and Ying Tianhou calling out my name that day, allowing me to know that Jiang Yan did indeed proceed as planned, I would probably be panicking by now.

‘However, with Jiang Yan contacting them, no matter how slow the process is, the results should be out by now since three days has already passed…’

With that thought in mind, Su Yang picked up his phone and opened WeChat. He found Jiang Yan’s WeChat that he had added a few days ago and sent a message. ‘Young Master Jiang, I believe the results should be out by now, shouldn’t it?’

After five minutes, Jiang Yan replied. ‘This afternoon.’

Su Yang finally broke into a smile.

‘There’s always light at the end of the tunnel. My problems will finally come to an end. It’s time for me to fight back now!’

At that thought, Su Yang asked Little Deeny, “Little Deeny, have you found the evidence I asked you to gather?”

Little Deeny said, “I’ve gotten it.”

Su Yang asked, “What did Mr. Jia say?”

Little Deeny said, “He said that it’s definitely not a problem. Everything has been settled.”

Su Yang was relieved.

It was not Su Yang’s habit to be a coward all the time. Furthermore, even the [Advanced Random Mission] said that he had to obtain as many benefits as possible. So… He would go by order and take care of them one by one! ‘Firstly, let’s start with [In] Company!

‘This isn’t the first time Sun Hao has caused trouble for me. However, because I’ve got a good temper, coupled with the fact that I was busy, I let him off the hook. However, he’s actually gone and pushed his luck and keeps on toying with me! It’s time for me to teach him a lesson that I’m a cheater, not some kind of loser in business!

‘Now that I know what to do, I’m no longer worried.’ At that thought, he hummed a tune as he left the office and headed to the film company opposite him.

When they saw him leaving, the atmosphere in the company relaxed a little and the staff became more disorganized.

Many people started to lose interest in their work and started to whisper to each other.

“Why is Mr. Su so happy? Did Mr. Wang tell him something good?”

“What kind of nonsense are you talking about? Mr. Wang already accidentally spilled the beans and said that he wanted to resign.”

“What?! Mr. Wang is resigning? Is this true?”

Someone interrupted, “It’s true, I heard it too.”

That employee was in disbelief. “If even Mr. Wang is leaving. Is something really going to happen to Mr. Su?”

“Who knows? Anyway, someone filed a report against him with his real name in it and it caused quite a stir.”

Someone who understood the situation said, “Actually, it’s not a matter of reporting him using his real name. If someone dares to report him publicly, it means that there’s something wrong with Mr. Su’s background. That’s the scariest thing.”

“Sigh, if even Vice-President Wang has resigned. What should we do?”

“That’s right. There have been many managers and executives resigning from the company recently. This isn’t a good omen.”

“Will the company really collapse?”

“Sigh, I still have mortgages to pay.”

“I have my car loan as well.”

With someone taking the lead, the company instantly sighed. No one wanted the company to collapse, but looking at the terrible situation, it seemed like the company really could not continue operating…

Just as the whole company was in a state of low spirits, an office door suddenly opened. A director came out and rushed to the office opposite.

After a while, a few more office doors opened, followed by a few managers heading to that very same office as well.

Some observant people realized that they were all people who were going to leave their jobs in the next few days, but now their faces were filled with shock and disbelief.

‘What’s happening exactly?’

The employees in the lobby looked at each other, wondering what had happened.

At that moment, someone suddenly stood up with a swoosh. He held his phone in shock.

The person beside him asked, “What’s wrong, Little Wei? What are you doing?”

Little Wei said, “Look! Quickly! Shanghai has released an announcement to clarify the matter of Mr. Su bribing the relevant departments and explaining their reason for his support!”

When he said that, everyone immediately took out their phones to check.

Not long after, the office was filled with gasps.

“It’s true! There’s really an announcement! It’s really explained!”

“Mr. Su is really so honorable. The city has actually made an announcement for him! We’re just a normal company!”

“Is Mr. Su going to be alright now?”

“He’s definitely going to be fine! Didn’t you see the documents published by the city?”