Heart Stealer

Qiu Rongyao felt a little strange. He jokingly asked, "Manager Xu, Manager Li, you're still so polite to me! Do you really want me to personally help you move the stools over and sit down?"

Manager Xu glanced at Manager Li next to him, as if they were encouraging each other.

Manager Xu took a deep breath, mustered up the courage, and said to Qiu Rongyao, "Old Qiu, we came to see you today because we have something very important to discuss with you."

Qiu Rongyao put down the documents in his hand, looked at them curiously and asked, "Oh? What's the matter? Tell me."

Manager Xu was silent for a moment, and finally made up his mind and said, "We...we plan to leave the company." After saying that, he stared at Qiu Rongyao with a nervous expression on his face.

Qiu Rongyao was shocked when he heard this and asked quickly, "Why? Is it because the company doesn't treat you well enough? Or is there something else wrong? If so, you can tell me directly and we can discuss it."

At this time, Manager Li quickly waved his hand and explained, "No, Lao Qiu. The company is really good to us, there is no doubt about that.

It's just that we're getting older and our health isn't as good as it used to be, so we want to retire early and enjoy life. We want to travel around the world, see the outside world, and broaden our horizons."

Qiu Rongyao was silent for a moment. "I understand. You have devoted so many years to the company. It's time for you to have a good rest."

Old Xu looked at Qiu Rongyao apologetically and sighed helplessly, "Old Qiu, it's not that we don't want to help, it's just that the company's current situation is beyond our capabilities. There's nothing we can do."

Qiu Rongyao frowned slightly after hearing this, but soon regained his composure.

He stood up and said with a firm look in his eyes, "It's okay, Lao Xu. I understand your difficulties. However, I believe the company will be able to overcome this difficulty, and I have confidence in young people."

Manager Xu and Manager Li exchanged a glance, then smiled and replied, "Thank you for your kind words. I hope the company will continue to do better and better. Although we are about to retire, we will continue to pay close attention to the company's development."

After saying that, the two managers turned and slowly walked out of the office. Qiu Rongyao looked at their departing figures with a frown on his face.

Senior executives leaving like this happen almost every day, and he really doesn't know how long this situation will last.

In the afternoon, the sun was shining brightly in the sky and the whole city was shrouded in scorching sunlight, as if it was going to burn everything.

People hid in the shade to avoid the heat, but Qiu Rongyao continued to inspect various departments of the company with steady steps.

When he returned to the office and pushed open the heavy door, a cool breeze hit him in the face.

Qiu Rongyao did not immediately feel relaxed and happy, because the scene before him made his heart tighten.

I saw the company partners Lao Yang and Lao Ma both sitting in his office. Their faces were solemn, as if they had been waiting for a long time.

Qiu Rongyao suddenly felt an ominous premonition and secretly speculated about the two people's intentions.

Is there something wrong with the company, or is there an important decision that needs to be discussed?

Countless questions flashed through his mind quickly. He tried to stay calm and thought about how he should respond.

"Why are you two here?" Qiu Rongyao stared at the two partners in front of him.

He tried to find some clues from their expressions and tones, but both of them remained silent and just looked at him with serious eyes.

The atmosphere became extremely tense, Qiu Rongyao's heartbeat gradually accelerated, and an invisible pressure made him a little breathless.

Trying his best to remain calm, he walked over to the sofa, sat down face to face with his two partners, and asked softly, "Just tell me what you want to say. Don't keep me in suspense."

Lao Yang and Lao Ma were both worried. They exchanged glances, and Lao Yang broke the silence and said, "Boss Qiu, we have something important to discuss with you."

Qiu Rongyao nodded and motioned for them to continue.

Lao Yang continued, "Lao Qiu, I'm not one to mince words, so let me be frank. The company is in a very difficult situation right now.

As partners, we also want to stand with the company through thick and thin. However, the company's development philosophy has long since run counter to its original vision. After careful consideration, we have decided to withdraw from our partnerships. Please do not agree to our request."

Qiu Rongyao's face turned gloomy in an instant. He slammed the table hard and stood up.

"What do you mean? Why did you choose to leave when the company was in the most difficult time?" His voice was full of anger and disappointment.

Lao Yang and Lao Ma seemed somewhat helpless. "Lao Qiu, we are very sorry, but this is a decision we made after careful consideration. The company's current situation leaves us with no future, and we don't want to waste any more time and energy."

Qiu Rongyao was silent for a moment, trying hard to control his emotions. He said in a cold tone,

"Okay, I respect your decision. In that case, let's go through the share withdrawal procedures according to the procedures."

Lao Yang and Lao Ma didn't expect Qiu Rongyao to change his mind so quickly. They nodded and quickly left the office.

Qiu Rongyao watched the two people leave, and he looked at the closed door and fell into deep thought.

After a long while, Qiu Rongyao came to his senses and immediately called his secretary.

He said in a commanding tone, "Xiaoying, immediately notify all partners to come to the conference room for a meeting at 7 o'clock tonight."

"Okay, Mr. Qiu." Xiaoying replied.

Qiu Rongyao hung up the phone, took a deep breath, stood up, walked to the window, and stared at the city view outside.

He thought secretly about the agenda of the meeting and the problems that might arise.

He understood that this meeting was not only related to the future development of the company, but also to his personal reputation and status.

Qiu Rongyao returned to his desk, turned on his computer, and carefully studied the company's financial statements and market analysis reports.

He makes sure he has a clear understanding of the company's current situation so that he can make accurate decisions in meetings.

When the clock pointed to seven o'clock in the evening, the door of the conference room was gently pushed open, and the partners of Qiu Rongyao walked into the room one after another and took their seats.

Qiu Rongyao sat quietly in the first seat, leaning back in his chair, his eyes as cold as ice.

He silently observed everyone's expressions and movements, secretly guessing what they were thinking.

After everyone was seated and quiet, Qiu Rongyao straightened up, and his originally cold eyes became sharper and more determined.