Chapter 3 — Unlock Message 8.72 Billion After Divorce

"I know everyone has doubts."

"Give me a month."

"If after a month, the group's performance has not improved, I will resign myself."

Trieu Duc Hai was the first to clap. The remaining people responded in turn, and sparse applause echoed throughout the room. After the meeting, grandfather called me to stay.

"The corporation's situation... is not as good as I thought."

"What do you mean?"

"Over the past three years, Trieu Duc Hai and his group have secretly pulled many tricks."

"On the outside, they are respectful, but behind their backs, they transfer the profits of many projects to other places."

"He's old, his strength isn't what it used to be, so he still hasn't had time to deal with them."

I looked at him.

"So you called me back... not just because I love you."

He glared.

"Don't you love me enough?"

I laughed.

"Don't worry, grandpa."

"I'll take care of it cleanly."

As soon as he walked out of the Chairman's office, the phone rang again. Luc Vien Chau. I picked up the phone.

"MEMORIAL! WHAT DID YOU FINALLY DO?"

"The bank just sent us a notice asking us to pay the entire loan before the due date!"

"All suppliers have cut off supplies!"

"The project cooperating with the government has just been informed by the partner that it does not meet the capacity appraisal requirements, they want to terminate the contract!"

His voice was both panicked and angry, like a cat whose tail had been stepped on.

"This... just ask your mother."

"Yesterday in the sales department, what did she say?"

"'After being married for three years, we couldn't even have a child.'"

"Is that true?"

The other end of the line was silent for about two seconds.

"To Niem... are you taking revenge on me?"

"Then what is it?"

"All those resources were originally mine."

"I'm just taking back what belongs to me."

I hung up. At that moment, secretary Tieu Chu walked in carrying coffee.

"General Manager To, this is your schedule for today."

"10 am, meeting with Co Thi Group."

"2 p.m., listen to the quarterly report from the technology sector."

"7 p.m., attend the annual party of the Business Association."

"Co Thi Group?"

"What meeting to hold?"

"General Director Co wants to talk to you about a real estate cooperation project."

Co Thua Trach. He was my classmate at Cambridge University. He is also the youngest general in the business world with assets worth tens of billions of yuan. And also the only person three years ago who advised me not to marry Luc Vien Chau.

"I agree."

At exactly 10 o'clock, Co Thua Trach arrived on time. He wears a tailored black suit and is about 1m85 tall. Compared to three years ago, facial features have become more angular and sturdy. The bridge of the nose is high, the cheekbones and jaw are sharp, the eyes are still calm but contain a sharpness that others do not dare to underestimate. As soon as he entered the office and saw me sitting in the General Director's position, he paused for a moment. Then smiled softly.

"You look much better in a vest than an apron."

I pushed a contract in front of him.

"Let's discuss the main issue first."

He sat down, opened the contract, skimmed through each page at lightning speed.

"The land in Tan Thanh north of the river, To Thi's side won the right to develop. And your side will be in charge of construction and operation?"

"That's right."

"Your construction team is the best in the industry. And I have available land fund and capital."

"Split profits 50-50."

I raised my head to look at him.

"I mean what?"

"You're six, I'm four."

"You give up land, give up capital, and have to bear all the policy risks."

"I only provide technology and management. Four parts is a lot."

I quietly looked at him. Three years ago... I was always like that. Even understanding my advantages better than myself, always looking for ways to gain more benefits for me.

"Because you're worth it."

He closed the contract and stood up.

"The contract you signed."

"To Niem..."

"Welcome back."

Walking to the door, he suddenly stopped.

"Ah yes."

"The matter of Luc Vien Chau... do you need any help?"

"No need."

"But if you ever need me, just call me."

The office door closed. I sat still in the chair, unconsciously turning the pen in my hand. Three years ago, he told me something.

"To Niem, you deserve someone better."

I didn't listen. And now... I'm starting to see what you're saying is right. At 2 p.m., the technology sector's quarterly report meeting began. Six project managers took turns presenting. Slides are colorful enough. The data is confusing. After listening for about twenty minutes, I interrupted the third person's report.

"Stop."

The whole meeting room immediately looked towards me.

"Last year, the technology sector lost 100 million yuan."

"The first three quarters of this year have lost 80 million yuan."

"If we continue like this, we will lose up to 200 million yuan at the end of the year."

"Can anyone explain to me why?"

No one spoke up.

"No one answered?"

"So let me talk."

I stood up and walked in front of the projection screen.

"First."

"40% of the research and development budget has been diverted to administrative costs."

"On the books it is recorded as a technology outsourcing fee."

"But in reality, there weren't any outsourcing results."

"The licensing fees of three core patents were sold to Tan Thai Technology Company for only one-tenth of the market price."

"The real controller of Tan Thai Technology Company is the sister-in-law of Deputy General Director Trieu Duc Hai."

The entire meeting room was silent. So quiet that you can clearly hear the sound of the air conditioner running.

"I have checked all financial data and business registration documents."

"The file is in front of everyone."

"Open it and see."

Six project managers simultaneously bowed their heads and opened the documents. Immediately... Two people turned pale.

"I give you three days."

"Self-check, self-correct, proactively report."

"Those who are sincere will be considered for mitigation."

"Three days later, if I haven't received the report..."

"...then the legal department will handle it for you."

I walked out of the meeting room. At the end of the hallway, Trieu Duc Hai was waiting. His face was gloomy as if he was about to get angry.

"The first day back was such a big deal."

"Aren't you afraid of offending everyone?"

I calmly looked at him.

"General Manager Trieu."

"You're worried about yourself..."

"...or worry about your brother-in-law?"

His mouth opened slightly. But I couldn't say a word.

"The story of Tan Thai Technology Company..."

"I give you a chance."

"He took the initiative to come see me."

"Or should I find you myself?"

Having finished speaking, I turned around and left. Don't give him a chance to answer. At 7 p.m., the annual party of the Business Association officially begins. The location is the banquet hall of Giang Thanh International Hotel. Almost all famous figures in the business world are all present. I walked in wearing a long black Valentino dress. In just a moment... At least more than ten eyes simultaneously turned towards me. The eldest lady of the To family... She has been missing for three years. Finally back. Chatter quickly spread throughout the hall.

"I heard that To Niem has returned to To Thi as General Director?"

"Chairman To really entrusted the entire corporation to her to manage?"

"I remember she married the son of a construction materials company owner before?"

"Divorced."

"I heard that my ex-husband still has a mistress."

I held a glass of champagne and leisurely walked into the crowd. There are faces that I haven't seen in three years and have become strange. There are also people who immediately warm up like old friends.

"Miss To! Long time no see!"

Ton Minh Duc, a famous senior in the real estate world of Giang Thanh, walked forward smiling. Three years ago, when I married into the Luc family... He didn't have that attitude. I still remember it very clearly. At a party, in front of many people, he once smiled and said:

"The eldest lady of the To family actually fell in love with the son of the owner of a construction materials company?"

"This is no longer condescending to get married."

"Obviously he jumped off the cliff."

"General Sun."

"Your face looks very good today."

"Ha ha, that's too much praise."

"It's great that Miss To is back."

"In the future, our two sides should cooperate more."