From abandoned baby to CEO

After entering, Zhang Jianguo reported to Sun Xue in detail the progress of the Zhenhe Tower project.

After reporting on his work, Zhang Jianguo blinked and immediately turned the topic to the training, saying with emotion:

"Mr. Sun, you are truly far-sighted. After these video lessons, the workers have reported that they have benefited greatly..."

"is it?"

Zhang Jianguo nodded hurriedly, "That's right. Everyone says that after I return from studying abroad this time, my skills will definitely be taken to the next level..."

Sun Xue retorted bluntly, "No matter how far-sighted I am, I still need the support of management. If everyone is like you, I'll just propose a reform plan and you'll immediately lead the workers in protest. My foresight will be wasted!"

Zhang Jianguo was embarrassed by the criticism. He said with a shy smile, "Boss Sun, it's all my fault for being short-sighted..."

Sun Xue said coldly, "That's good to know."

Zhang Jianguo changed the subject, "Boss Sun, the workers have been asking me every day these days when the list of people going abroad to study will be announced..."

"...About this... I heard from Professor Kramer that due to special circumstances, the plan has changed..."

Zhang Jianjun was stunned, then asked, "Oh, is it a visa issue? Leave it to me. My friend is very familiar with this area."

"no need."

Zhang Jianguo was stunned again...

"Mr. Sun...so...when is the study abroad schedule scheduled?"

Sun Xue stared into Zhang Jianguo's eyes and asked, "Mr. Zhang, why do you seem so concerned about this?"

Zhang Jianguo explained with a flustered smile, "Boss Sun, it's not that I'm concerned. It's mainly because you said last time that the results would be out within a week, and they... are all waiting for my reply..."

Sun Xue said calmly, "The company is very short of funds at the moment, so please put your plans of studying abroad on hold..."

Zhang Jianguo was a little nervous when he heard that it was due to financial constraints, and he immediately responded:

"Mr. Sun, don't worry too much about the funding. I have a good friend who is the bank president. I'll invite him out for dinner someday and ask him to help you solve your funding problem."

"Oh, I see! I need a 10 million interest-free loan right now. Can your friend help me with it? If so, I'll invite your friend to dinner tonight."

Zhang Jianguo was speechless for a moment...

After a long pause, he replied in a gloomy voice, "Mr. Sun... a 10 million interest-free loan? How is that even possible? I can help you negotiate a lower interest rate."

"Mr. Zhang, thank you for your kindness, but that's not necessary."

Zhang Jianguo originally wanted to flatter the boss and show off how powerful his network of contacts was.

Unexpectedly, the photo was taken on the horse's hoof.

But he still didn't give up.

He didn't know what had happened and why Sun Xue suddenly changed her plan to study abroad.

And he felt that there was something wrong with Sun Xue's tone...

He was a little panicked. If this thing fell through, he would have to return the "benefits" he received...

When he thought of this, he felt depressed.

No, he had to find a way to get Sun Xue to settle this matter quickly, because he was afraid that the longer he stayed, the more trouble he would have...

"Mr. Sun, I know the company is short of funds, but I do have an idea..."

Sun Xue frowned, "Oh, what idea?"

"Workers' learning is a big deal, and it's related to the company's future development. As a manager, I feel it's my responsibility to contribute to the company..."

Sun Xue didn't know what he wanted to express, as he spoke in such a high-sounding manner.

Zhang Jianguo continued with a sincere look, "Over the years, my wife and I have saved some money by living frugally. Please calculate the cost of this study. I can advance the money to the company in my personal name and pay it back when the company has sufficient funds. If it's not enough, I will find a way to borrow from relatives and friends... I can't just stand by and watch the company go through difficulties..."

Sun Xue was moved by Zhang Jianguo's sincere words and his attitude of loyalty to the company, which sounded very touching!

If Zhang Jianguo had said these words to her when she first arrived at the Urban Investment Group, she would have been so moved that her eyes would have been red.

But now, not only did she not feel the slightest bit moved, but she also had a huge question mark in her heart, and she had to guess what Zhang Jianguo's intention was in saying this? Was he setting her up again?

She could see that Zhang Jianguo was a little anxious.

The more anxious Zhang Jianguo is, the calmer she should be.

She has made up her mind to thoroughly investigate and punish Zhang Jianguo.

She smiled and said, "Thank you, Mr. Zhang, for your kindness. Regarding the overseas training, the plan has changed. Whether to cancel it or not...it's hard to say..."

Zhang Jianguo seemed worried and tried his best to persuade:

"Mr. Sun, honestly, opportunities like this are truly rare. The projects our company will undertake will become increasingly complex, and our current technical capabilities truly need improvement... From a long-term perspective, we should learn from world-class companies. You should carefully consider this..."

Sun Xue really wanted to laugh. How come Zhang Jianguo suddenly seemed like a different person?

Before this, he had never cared so much about the company's development.

Sun Xue jokingly said, "Boss Zhang, with your dedication to the company, the company will surely prosper in the future."

Zhang Jianguo smiled insincerely and said, "Mr. Sun, after all, I have dedicated most of my life to the company. I have feelings for the city investment company. Of course, I hope that the city investment company will have a better future."

"By the way, Mr. Zhang, I'm actually quite curious. I heard that the municipal investment company had such a prosperous development a few years ago. How did it decline in just a few years? You're the company's vice president, so you must be very familiar with it, right?"

Zhang Jianguo was stunned for a moment, then sighed and said, "There are many reasons, the most important of which is that management can't keep up with the development of the times. I've been reflecting on this issue..."

"Oh." Sun Xue nodded. "I heard there are many gangs within the Urban Investment Company, and nepotism is also very serious. Is that true?"

Zhang Jianguo immediately retorted, "Mr. Sun, who told you that? These are all rumors. I've been working in the municipal investment industry for so many years and have never heard of such a thing."

Sun Xue said "oh" and continued to test Zhang Jianguo's tone:

"I also heard that the corruption within the municipal investment company was very serious in the past few years. The reason why the municipal investment company has reached its current state is that it was gradually devoured by termites..."

Hearing Sun Xue's words, Zhang Jianguo's eyes flashed with panic, but he quickly calmed down:

"Mr. Sun, I don't know which person with ulterior motives spread these rumors in your ears, but I can tell you clearly that the municipal investment has declined, but this is definitely not the reason."

Sun Xue did not refute Zhang Jianguo's words, but asked, "Mr. Zhang, if I am not mistaken, your annual salary in the city investment is very high, right?"

Zhang Jianguo was stunned, not understanding why Sun Xue brought up this topic.

He shook his head, "Boss Sun, we are a state-owned enterprise, and the annual salary is very low, unlike private enterprises..."

"Mr. Zhang, please stop being so modest. How can you drive a million-dollar luxury car with such a low annual salary?"