MSISAS |Chapter 20 The Show Begins

Xu Qing woke up after sleeping for a while. On the phone, he could hear Lu Xianzhi’s soft snores. Xu Qing chuckled and hung up. “Little pig, sleep well.”

Xu Qing got dressed, then drove to the branch office.

Three months had passed; it was time to reel in the net.

“Good morning, President!”

“Mm.”

“Good morning, President!”

“Mm.”

Finally, Xu Qing arrived at the meeting room. It was time to reel in the net.

Xu Qing smiled; the show was about to begin.

Xu Qing opened the door, where the secretary was distributing the quarterly reports.

They were currently between a future era of ultra-technology and a time of technological advancement.

This was a special period when major technology companies competed fiercely to gain a lead.

Among tech companies, Huaball was one of the top, although it hadn’t achieved much in recent years.

Xu Qing sat in the center seat and signaled that they could begin.

The secretary walked to the front of the PPT, turned on the computer, and projected the report.

“Greetings to the board members. I will now report this quarter’s performance.”

“Our newly developed Weir machine has…”

“It is currently available for pre-order on major sales platforms super…”

“We plan to start official sales in two months.”

“Additionally, we are currently working on developing a hover car using newly developed materials that efficiently convert electrical energy into mechanical energy.”

“Since it hovers, using it will be more comfortable and stable, and it is powered by electricity, making it green and eco-friendly, pollution-free.”

“This car will be equipped with a system that automatically detects road conditions with intelligent control functions.”

“It can largely prevent accidents and dangers caused by driver fatigue, among others.”

Director Chen: “It sounds nice, but only the Weir has any achievement, and that’s not enough for recognition.”

Xu Qing folded his hands under his chin. “No rush, Xiao Tang, continue.”

“Yes, our new research team has made a breakthrough in key progress, achieving system intelligence and high energy conversion.”

“We already have a model and have entered the experimental phase. Current results show everything is going smoothly.”

“This signifies that once we obtain the patent, we can start production and sales.”

“President Xu expects production within half a year.”

Director Chen: “Sounds a bit flashy, but how do you achieve hovering? Not that I’m saying anything, Xiao Xu, but this seems a bit unrealistic, too idealistic.”

Xu Qing: “No need to worry about that. I’ve developed an anti-gravity device that can achieve hovering once a person sits on it and the device is activated.”

“And experiments have already shown that it can be realized.”

Director Chen: “Oh? You can do research?”

“Mm.”

Director Chen: “Well, it certainly sounds like a step forward for humankind. Old Xu finally did something right.”

Xu Qing: “Thank you, Uncle Chen.”

“Mm, work hard. Uncle Chen believes in you. Hahaha, Old Xu was no good, but you, I trust. The Yangtze’s waves push the ones before!”

Director Chen looked seriously into Xu Qing’s eyes. He seemed to see the youthful vigor and ambition that belonged to this age.

Finally, he felt reassured.

In the corner, someone silently clenched his hand.

The other board members also expressed their agreement.

Xu Qing: “Aside from this quarter’s performance, there’s also another important issue.”

The board members looked at her with puzzled expressions. “I’ve been paying close attention to the company’s financial reports these past few months, and I’ve discovered that, aside from the funds I allocated for research and development, the company is missing a million every month.”

“Director Bai, your son is responsible for that part, right?”

Xu Qing gazed directly at the person in the corner, with a sharp look in her eyes.

“Even though I’m not abroad, I can still see the reports.”

“Director Bai? Care to explain?”

Bai Xingtian glanced at Xu Qing, frightened by the gaze of a junior.

“Seems like Director Bai isn’t planning to confess?”

“Xiao Tang.”

“Yes, President.”

Xiao Tang spoke into the intercom: “Come in.”

The door opened, and Bai Yixin was brought in.

“Dad! Save me!”

“You!”

“Director Bai, what’s wrong? Getting anxious now?”

“I know the Xu family’s wealth and estate are substantial enough not to care about that small amount, but betraying the company is truly unacceptable, wouldn’t you agree?”

Xu Qing casually looked at the Bai father and son as she clasped her hands together.

Xiao Tang: “Here’s the evidence of the Bai father and son selling the company’s latest research data to rival companies. We have found their informant, who is willing to provide evidence.”

The Bai father and son looked at the pile of data with pale faces, beads of sweat as large as beans appeared on their faces.

Xu Qing: “Xu Qiming may not care, but that doesn’t mean I don’t.”

“Before I came, every time the company released a new product, other companies would soon release upgraded versions. I guess you’ve contributed to that quite a lot, haven’t you?”

Xu Qing’s gaze was a deep, unreadable black.

The Bai father and son were speechless. “So what if that’s true? What can a junior like you do to us?”

“Oh?” Xu Qing looked at the Bai father and son with their arrogant expressions. Still laughing, aren’t they?

Director Chen: “What a show. I always wondered why the company kept hitting walls—turns out it was you two.”

“And besides, why couldn’t we do anything to you?”

Xu Qing smiled. “Xiao Tang, escort Director Bai and his son downstairs. It should be time.”

“Yes, President Xu.”

Director Chen: “What have you done now, you crafty boy?”

“Just handling business matters, that’s all.”

Director Chen patted Xu Qing on the shoulder. “Not bad, this way no company will ever want them. They’ll be sealed off dead-tight now, with a record.”

“Yes, thank you, Uncle Chen, for your recognition.”

“Mm, work hard. If you need anything, talk to Uncle Chen!”

“Mm.”

“Old Xu sure was lucky to have you.”

Xu Qing lowered her head slightly, remaining silent, with eyes as dark as night.

Director Chen patted Xu Qing’s shoulder again. “That bastard wronged your family for a lifetime, but your future is your own.”

“Mm.”

Director Chen patted Xu Qing’s shoulder once more: “I’ll take off now. Haven’t really seen the sights of M-country well yet.”

“Mm, let me see you off.”

“No need.”

“Take care.”

“Mm, see you next time, then!”

“Mm.”

Xu Qing pondered over those words carefully. Her own? What do I really want? Compared to most people, it seems like I’ve gained a lot.

Why is it still so empty?

With nothing else to do, Xu Qing prepared to leave, but it started to rain lightly outside. She drove to the park, which was her mother’s favorite place.

Xu Qing stood on the bridge with an umbrella, listening to the raindrops hitting it. She watched the river, its surface covered with ripples from the rain.

The sky darkened, and the rain mist thickened, making it hard for Xu Qing to see. It was very quiet here, extremely quiet.

After a long time, maybe her feet were numb or perhaps the rain was about to stop.

Xu Qing extended her hand, and the fine drizzle, almost nonexistent, touched her palm.

“Seems like the rain is about to stop.”

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By the way, what time do you guys usually go to sleep? School’s just started, haha, can’t fall asleep.