I was a rookie reporter in the 00s

Sunlight streamed through the windows of the dessert shop onto Xu Haotian's face. He sat behind the counter, a look of confusion in his eyes. The dessert shop sign swayed gently in the breeze, making a soft sound that seemed to speak of Xu Haotian's uneasiness. Everything inside the shop remained as usual, warm and peaceful, but Xu Haotian's heart was restless.

After Xu Jianguo's arrest, Xu Haotian's life didn't return to normal. Instead, he faced more challenges. Xu Jianguo's company needed someone to take over, and Xu Haotian, as the heir to the family, was undoubtedly the best candidate. However, Xu Haotian didn't want to take over the company. He just wanted to focus on his dessert shop and pursue his dreams.

"Haotian, what are you thinking about?" Zhang Wanqing's voice came from behind with a hint of tenderness.

Xu Haotian raised his head and looked at Zhang Wanqing, his eyes showing a trace of fatigue: "Wanqing, I'm wondering what I should do. After Xu Jianguo was arrested, the company needs someone new to take over. I...I don't know if I can do it well."

Zhang Wanqing came over, sat next to him, and said softly, "Haotian, I know you don't want to take over the company, but this is your responsibility. You have the ability and wisdom. I believe you can do it well."

Xu Haotian smiled slightly and nodded. He knew Zhang Wanqing was right, but he still felt uneasy. He took a deep breath, stood up, and began to prepare today's dessert. Every movement seemed extremely cautious, as if preparing for the coming storm.

Xu Haotian stood at the entrance of the company building. The sun shone on him, but it couldn't dispel the haze in his heart. His eyes showed a hint of determination, as if he had made up his mind. The glass curtain wall of the company building gleamed in the sun, looking particularly spectacular.

Xu Haotian took a deep breath and walked into the company building. In the lobby, employees came and went, busy and orderly. Xu Haotian walked to the front desk and said to the receptionist, "Hello, I'm Xu Haotian, I'm here to see the board of directors."

The receptionist looked up and saw Xu Haotian, a hint of surprise on her face: "Hello, Mr. Xu. Please wait a moment, I will notify the board of directors immediately."

Xu Haotian nodded and stood in the hall, waiting. His heart was filled with tension and anxiety, as he knew that this would be an important moment in his life.

Soon, the members of the board of directors came out one after another. When they saw Xu Haotian, they all showed a hint of surprise on their faces. After Xu Haotian's father passed away, the company had been managed by Xu Jianguo, and Xu Haotian rarely participated in the company's affairs.

"Xu Haotian, what are you doing here?" asked an elderly man on the board of directors.

Xu Haotian raised his head, his eyes showing a hint of determination: "Hello, I will take over the company."

The old man was stunned for a moment, then nodded: "Okay, Xu Haotian. The company needs a new person to take over, I believe you can do a good job."

Xu Haotian nodded, his heart filled with mixed emotions. He knew that this would be a brand new beginning and also a huge challenge.

Xu Haotian sat in the chairman's office, the sunlight streaming through the window casting a soft halo on him. His eyes held a hint of determination, as if he had already made up his mind.

"Xu Haotian, the company is facing many problems now and needs you to solve them. Do you have confidence?" members of the board of directors asked one after another.

"I have confidence. I will do my best to revitalize the company. Aren't there still seniors here? If anything happens, you can help me!" Xu Haotian said, raising his head.

"We believe in you. The company needs a fresh start. You are capable and intelligent. We believe you can do it well," said a director.

"Haotian, how do you plan to manage the company?" asked another director.

Xu Haotian took a deep breath and said, "I will review the company's business, optimize the management structure, and improve efficiency. At the same time, I will strengthen communication with employees and listen to their opinions and suggestions. I believe that only by unity can we overcome difficulties."

Although many members of the board of directors are elderly people, they expressed their support for Xu Haotian, which gave Xu Haotian motivation.

Xu Haotian stood in the company's conference room, sunlight streaming through the window onto him, creating a soft halo. The conference room was packed with employees, each with a hint of anticipation on their faces.

"Everyone, I am Xu Haotian, your new chairman. I know that many people think I am young and do not have much experience in managing a company, and they are skeptical about me. But please believe me, I am willing to lead you to create a brand new situation and inject fresh blood and new vitality into the company. The company also needs a new beginning, and I hope that everyone can unite and face difficulties together." Xu Haotian's voice was low and powerful.

"I will give everyone a fair chance and re-formulate the employee assessment plan so that newcomers can also have a fair chance to compete for jobs. Only by absorbing more wisdom and brains of young people can our company be revitalized. Opportunities are reserved for those who are prepared. If you have confidence, please believe in me, the young and fledgling chairman! I hope everyone can work hard and contribute to the development of the company. Thank you everyone!" Xu Haotian added.

Inspired by him, the employees also applauded and nodded, with a hint of anticipation on their faces.

Xu Haotian's heart was filled with complicated emotions. He knew that this would be a brand new beginning and also a huge challenge.

After the staff meeting, he quickly went to find Zhang Wanqing and shared with her what he had done in the company over the past two days. As he said, Zhang Wanqing was the only person he trusted in this city, and he also had a special feeling for her.

"Wanqing, do you think I can do it? Don't look at what I say to my employees. In fact, I am a little guilty in private. After all, it's not empty talk, it's action. I am so young and have no experience in managing a company. I am really... a little scared..." Xu Haotian told the truth to Zhang Wanqing.

"I believe in you, Haotian! What's wrong with being young? It's not scary to have no experience. As long as you have confidence, and put your promises to your employees into practice, don't talk nonsense, and listen more to everyone's suggestions and opinions. I believe you can do it well. No matter what help you need, I will be by your side to support you." Zhang Wanqing said.

"Wanqing, thank you!" Xu Haotian felt warm in his heart, because Zhang Wanqing's support was the greatest comfort to him.

Xu Haotian raised his head and looked at Zhang Wanqing in a daze for a long time, which made Zhang Wanqing feel a little embarrassed.

"Wanqing, actually I..." Xu Haotian couldn't suppress the impulse in his heart and wanted to say the three words "I like you", but was interrupted by Zhang Wanqing.

"Haotian, you're welcome. We are good friends!" Zhang Wanqing said awkwardly.