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Lin Yu stared blankly at the phone in her hand, which had already been hung up, as if it had turned into a hot potato, leaving her at a loss for what to do.
At that moment, her heart felt like a tangled ball of yarn that a cat had played with, chaotic and knotted beyond comprehension.
In just three days, where on earth was she supposed to come up with such a large sum of money?
The difficulty was comparable to getting a mischievous cat to willingly take a bath!
Thinking of this, Lin Yu couldn't help but feel both angry and anxious, stamping her foot in frustration.
That detestable Jiang Chen! At such a critical moment, she couldn't even reach him by phone.
Could it be true what that nauseatingly greasy President Wang said—that Jiang Chen was actually a complete fraud?
Lin Yu shook her head vigorously, trying to drive away the chaotic thoughts swirling in her mind.
“No! I, Lin Yu, am definitely not the kind of person who gives up easily when faced with difficulties!” She silently encouraged herself. “I am that tenacious little cockroach who becomes braver and more fearless in the face of setbacks! No matter what, I cannot simply give up!”
With that resolve, Lin Yu took a deep breath and slowly exhaled, attempting to calm the turbulent waves within her.
She reminded herself to regain her composure quickly, just like the final relaxation pose in yoga—the corpse pose: even if her heart was tumultuous, she needed to maintain an outward appearance of calm.
At this moment, she absolutely could not fall into panic!
She knew this well and told herself that she had to devise a response strategy as quickly as possible.
It felt like cramming for an exam at the last minute—grabbing onto whatever might help without caring whether it would actually work; just hold on tight for now.
“Inverse Light, do you have any brilliant ideas?” Lin Yu anxiously asked in her mind, looking for her own version of Doraemon.
At that moment, Inverse Light offered its suggestion: “Host, why not gather all the employees for a meeting? This could be an opportunity to solidify everyone's resolve and boost overall morale. It’s just like holding a mobilization meeting before a battle.”
Hearing this, Lin Yu's eyes suddenly sparkled with a glimmer of light, and she couldn't help but silently praise the idea as truly brilliant!
It was as if she had caught sight of a bright lamp in the pitch-black depths of night. Although she wasn't sure if this light would be enough to illuminate the path ahead, it at least made her feel a flicker of hope.
The atmosphere within the company was currently one of anxiety and disarray, much like a forest ravaged by a fierce typhoon, with trees leaning precariously in all directions.
If she could bravely step forward at this moment and successfully stabilize everyone's spirits, perhaps she could seize that faint chance of survival, akin to throwing a life buoy to someone about to drown!
“Alright, let's do it!” Lin Yu said decisively, her voice crisp and clear, like a flash of lightning cutting through the dark night sky.
Her resolute expression and courageous attitude resembled that of a fearless captain issuing orders to set sail just as a storm was about to strike.
Without hesitation, Lin Yu sprang into action.
She quickly dialed the internal phone line, notifying every employee in the company: at precisely two o'clock in the afternoon, everyone must gather in the conference room for a general meeting.
This news spread through the company like the sound of war drums on an ancient battlefield—serious and solemn, leaving no room for doubt.
Time flew by, and when the clock struck two, the conference room was already packed to capacity.
People jostled for space, with hardly any gaps between them, resembling a can full of sardines—completely airtight.
The employees wore heavy expressions and solemn faces, as if they were heading to a funeral. They whispered among themselves, their murmurs creating a buzzing sound that filled the entire room.
The atmosphere was stiflingly tense, like the brief calm before an impending storm, evoking an inexplicable sense of anxiety and unease.
At that moment, Lin Yu stepped onto the podium with steady and determined strides.
She stood tall, her gaze piercing as she slowly scanned the crowd below—a look reminiscent of a seasoned general reviewing his elite troops.
“I know that everyone is filled with concerns about the future development of our company,” Lin Yu stated directly. Her words were clear and powerful, cutting through the buzzing noise and instantly capturing everyone's attention.
Lin Yu's face was as calm as water, and her gentle yet firm words flowed out slowly, as if a warm spring breeze gently brushed past everyone's ears: "Dear friends, please don't panic, like those cute kittens who are frightened. Please calm down and listen to what I have to say. Although we are currently facing many difficulties and challenges, I sincerely hope that everyone can give me a trust. Because I firmly believe that as long as we work together and move forward courageously, I will definitely be able to lead everyone to break through the difficulties and obstacles in front of us, just like the great Moses led the Israeli people successfully out of Egypt!" As soon as the voice fell, the originally silent audience suddenly exploded, just like a pool of calm water suddenly a huge rock was thrown into a calm lake, stirring up thousands of layers of waves. There was a burst of noise from the crowd, some people whispered to each other, and some shouted directly: "Believe you? Humph! What on earth can make us believe you so easily?" An emotional employee stepped forward, his eyes wide open, his face flushed, and he questioned Lin Yu loudly, his voice full of deep doubt and distrust, just like a hedgehog with spikes erected all over his body, ready to resist possible harm from the outside world. Faced with such sharp questioning, Lin Yu did not retreat at all, but straightened his body, held his head high, and quickly fought back in an unquestionable tone: "Just because I am the head of this company - the boss! This identity gives me enough responsibility and power to take all risks and lead everyone to a bright future together!" Her tone was high-pitched and passionate, like a sharp sword just out of its sheath, flashing a chilling cold light. However, the employee obviously did not give up. He sneered and continued to ridicule: "Boss? Haha! You are just a young girl who has just started out and is still wet behind the ears. How much do you know about the management of a company? Just because you have read a few so-called management books or watched a few TV dramas about business battles, can you be so self-righteous that you have mastered the operation of a company? It's just a foolish dream!" As he spoke, he kept shaking his head, with an extremely contemptuous expression on his face, as if he was looking at the jumping clown in the center of the stage who was overestimating his own abilities and trying to control the overall situation. "Whether I understand management or not is not for you to judge!" Lin Yu raised the corner of his mouth slightly, revealing a sneer, and his eyes were like those of an extremely sharp hawk, staring at the other person straight, making people dare not look at him. "Today, I have gathered you here to announce to everyone that I, Lin Yu, will definitely lead this company back to its peak of glory, and let those who once despised and looked down on us look at us differently!" Lin Yu's words were loud and clear, like the exciting and loud charge horn on the battlefield, stirring the hearts of everyone present. Her firm and confident voice, filled with infinite power and determination, instantly quieted the noisy employees below the stage, and the whole scene became silent, as if a movie that was playing was suddenly paused.
"I am fully aware that our company is currently mired in deep trouble.
The funding chain has already snapped, like a venomous snake tightly gripping its own neck, hanging by a thread;
Internal management is in utter chaos, akin to a pot of rice porridge that has been boiled to a charred, mushy mess, with no clear direction;
And just look at the morale of our employees; they are all listless and dispirited, resembling a group of fighting cocks that have just suffered a crushing defeat."
Lin Yu paused for a moment, her brow slightly furrowed, revealing a hint of sorrow in her tone. But she quickly took a deep breath and regained her composure, continuing, "However, I firmly believe that as long as we can unite and work together, forming an indomitable force, no matter how rugged and challenging the road ahead may be, we will surely overcome every obstacle and ultimately achieve the company's rebirth!"
"How do you expect us to unite? Why don’t you explain instead of just talking nonsense!" one employee shouted with a sidelong glance and a sneer, sounding like a cunning rat lurking in the shadows, ready to strike.
Upon hearing this, Lin Yu maintained a faint smile on her face and calmly replied, "The solution is quite simple. We must streamline our existing organizational structure by eliminating those redundant and inefficient personnel to enhance overall work efficiency.
It’s like carefully pruning the excess branches of a lush but somewhat chaotic tree; only then can it grow healthier and stronger!"
"Layoffs? You actually want to lay people off? Who exactly do you plan to cut?" Another employee's face was filled with anxiety as his voice trembled, as if he were a poor little rabbit being closely watched by a hunter, filled with fear and unease.
Lin Yu's gaze slowly swept over everyone present, her eyes sharp as if wielding an incredibly sharp knife, seemingly aiming to excise the decayed flesh hidden deep within.
She declared resolutely, "I will determine each person's fate based on their actual abilities and contributions. The entire process will be fair and just; there will absolutely be no favoritism.
As for those who only know how to muddle through the day or take advantage of others without contributing—sorry, but our company cannot accommodate them!"
As soon as she finished speaking, the previously quiet audience erupted into chaos. Employees were agitated, like a hornet's nest suddenly disturbed.
Some shouted loudly, "Why should we be laid off?!" while others angrily questioned, "Does that mean all our hard work every day has been in vain?" In an instant, various voices of doubt and complaint echoed throughout the conference room.
"We have worked tirelessly for this company for so many years—countless days and nights!
"How can you so easily dismiss us with just a single sentence?"
"Do you see us as nothing more than discarded furniture, left to gather dust in a corner, something you can throw away at will?"
"This is an immense insult and a violation of our hard work!"
An employee shouted angrily, his voice rising above the crowd, and his colleagues quickly joined in.
"That's right! We absolutely cannot accept such unfair treatment!
We must protest to the end!
We will strike to defend our legitimate rights!"
The shouts from the crowd rose and fell like waves, growing more intense as the employees became increasingly agitated, creating a tense and heavy atmosphere.
Some were already stirring up those around them, ready to incite a storm of rebellion.
At that moment, Lin Yu stood on the stage, expressionless as she surveyed the chaotic scene below. A slight smirk played at the corners of her mouth, revealing a barely perceptible cold smile.
Hmph! Just as she had anticipated!
These cunning old-timers, relying on their seniority and experience, had always thought of her—a fresh-faced young boss—as someone weak and easily bullied.
They spent their days idling away in the company, knowing only how to take advantage of the situation and get by without effort.
However, they had no idea that she had already devised a comprehensive strategy.
Today, she decided to set an example and take this opportunity to rectify the toxic atmosphere within the company.
Taking a deep breath, she suddenly raised her voice and shouted, "Everyone quiet down!" Her sudden outburst was like a thunderclap that shattered the air, causing everyone present to tremble. The previously noisy scene fell into an instant silence.
“Inverse Light, exchange for ‘Super Debate Skills!’” Lin Yu silently chanted in her mind, as if summoning her secret weapon.
A powerful surge of energy flooded into Lin Yu's brain, granting her extraordinary logical reasoning and eloquence, as if she were possessed by the goddess Athena.
“I know that some of you are dissatisfied with my decision and even have doubts about me personally, thinking that I am too young, inexperienced, and incapable,” Lin Yu said calmly, as if stating an objective fact. “However, I hope you understand that everything I do is for the good of the company and for everyone's benefit!”
“For the good of the company? Who are you kidding? You’re clearly doing this for yourself! By laying off employees, you can place your own people in positions and turn the company into your personal fiefdom!” one employee retorted sharply, like a dagger aimed at her.
“For myself? Why would I lay off employees for my own benefit? What advantage does it bring me? Do you think I’m overwhelmed by the company’s money?” Lin Yu countered, a hint of sarcasm in her tone. “Ask yourselves how many of you come to work just to pass the time—drinking tea, reading newspapers, chatting idly? How many of you truly earn your salary?”
“You… you…” The employee was momentarily speechless, unsure how to respond, as if choked.
“Laying off employees is about streamlining operations, improving efficiency, and reducing costs. The ultimate goal is to make the company profitable so that everyone can have food on their tables and better benefits!” Lin Yu continued passionately. “Do you want the company to keep losing money until it goes bankrupt, leaving everyone unemployed to fend for themselves? Would you like to see your hard-earned business crumble like that?”
The employees below fell silent, as if under a spell.
Though they were reluctant to face layoffs, they did not want the company to go under; after all, it affected each of their livelihoods. When the nest is overturned, how can there be unbroken eggs?
Seizing the moment, Lin Yu pressed on: “I know that layoffs will cause some people to lose their jobs; this is indeed a painful decision. However, I will do my best to help everyone find new employment and provide some financial compensation to help you through this difficult period.
The company will not forget anyone who has contributed to its success and will not let anyone end up on the streets.”
“Really? You’re not just trying to fool us?” an employee asked skeptically yet hopefully.
“Of course it’s true! I, Lin Yu, keep my word; a promise is as good as a nail!” Lin Yu asserted confidently, her tone firm and unquestionable. “I won’t treat you like disposable rags like those unscrupulous bosses!”
Lin Yu’s words brought some reassurance to the employees, like a calming balm.
“I know that many of you still have questions and doubts about me; that’s natural since we haven’t known each other long,” Lin Yu continued sincerely. “But I hope you can give me some time to prove my abilities and my determination. I believe that as long as we work together with one heart and mind, we can revitalize the company and create brilliance once again!”
Lin Yu’s impassioned speech ignited a spark of hope in the hearts of the employees, ultimately winning their recognition.
The applause from the audience erupted, resounding like thunder, unending and fervent.
Lin Yu looked at the excited employees below, her heart filled with hope, as if she were witnessing a bountiful harvest.
She knew she had successfully established her authority, like a great tree deeply rooted in this land.
What lay ahead was for her to lead everyone together, to create miracles and set this sinking ship back on its course!
Just then, the door of the conference room was suddenly pushed open, reminiscent of a climactic scene in a movie, always accompanied by an unexpected twist.
A man in a tailored suit walked in, like an eagle intruding upon a flock of chickens.
He was tall and imposing, with sharp brows and bright eyes that sparkled with intelligence; it was clear he was no ordinary person, resembling a domineering CEO straight out of a drama.
“Who are you?” Lin Yu asked warily, like a mother hen protecting her chicks.
“Don’t you remember me?” the man replied casually, his voice deep and magnetic, akin to the gentle plucking of cello strings.
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