Chapter 186: The Comprehensive Rules, Paid Vacation and The Young Mistress knowledge ( Bonus GT - VI )

Chapter 186: The Comprehensive Rules, Paid Vacation and The Young Mistress knowledge ( Bonus GT Chapter VI )

With the little comedic interval finally over. Yu Liang leaned forward, resting his elbows on the desk. He wasn’t just a man who will blindly threw money around, he knew that to truly integrate these massive property, he needed an absolute control and understanding.

"First things first, Elder Qian," Yu Liang began. "Before we make any changes, I need a complete details on every single business we just acquired. I want to know the ins and outs of the Auction House, the exact yield and spiritual purity levels of the three western spirit ore mines, the current inventory and recipe success rates of the Blood Lotus pill workshop, and the spiritual herb cycles of the gardens."

Elder Qian immediately nodded, his brush hovering over a blank jade slip.

"Understood, Young Master. I will have the branch managers compile the reports within three days."

"Take your time, but be thorough," Yu Liang instructed. "I want to know the types of workers we have, the current operational situation, the supply chains, and most importantly, the hidden debts or unresolved conflicts. I don’t want any surprises."

"Second," Yu Liang continued, raising a finger. "Once you have taken physical control of the properties, I want all businesses to be temporarily closed. Halt all operations, shut the doors entirely, and wait for my further instructions."

Elder Qian’s brush paused, and a look of panic flashed across his plump face. "Closed? But Young Master, the auction house and the mines generate tens of millions in profit every day! If we close them, we will lose—"

"Let them lose," Yu Liang interrupted. "However, there is a condition. During this closure, you will pay all the ordinary workers and lower level staff their full wages, plus a twenty percent extra bonus. Tell them it is a paid vacation while the new management restructures the company."

Elder Qian’s eyes widened. Paying the workers while the shops were closed? That was a massive drain on capital! But looking at Yu Liang’s calm expression, he quickly realized the genius behind the move. This would instantly buy the absolute loyalty of the thousands of ordinary workers, ensuring a smooth transition and preventing any sabotage from disgruntled employees.

"Brilliant... truly brilliant," Elder Qian muttered, quickly notting it down. "This will secure the hearts of the common staff."

"Third, the purge," Yu Liang’s eyes narrowed slightly. "While the shops are closed, use this time to scout out the truly loyal and hardworking men. Separate the wheat from the chaff. I want you to remove all the freeloaders, the corrupt middle managers, and especially the members of the Zhao Family who have been leeching off the business."

Elder Qian nodded vigorously. "Of course! I will kick every single person surnamed Zhao out on their ears!"

"Wait," Yu Liang raised a hand. "I didn’t say every single one. If there is a Zhao Family member who is genuinely good hearted, innocent, and has been working hard with their own hands, do not remove them. Keep them on the payroll as it is."

Elder Qian blinked in confusion. "Keep them? Young Master, the Zhao Family just lost sixty percent of their wealth to you. They are humiliated and furious. If we keep their clan members, won’t the Zhao Family view them as traitors? They will definitely be harassed and bullied by their own relatives for staying!"

"Exactly," Yu Liang said. "That is precisely why I am sending you. The Zhao Family will try to vent their anger on the weak. But you will deliver a message to those innocent Zhao members, as long as they work honestly, they are under my direct and personal protection. If the Zhao Family, or anyone else, dares to harass, bully, or lay a finger on them for ’betraying’ their clan, tell them to report it to me. I will personally go to the Zhao Family’s estate and have a ’friendly’ chat with Patriarch Zhao."

Elder Qian felt a chill run down his spine. This was not just benevolence, this was a masterful display of power and control. By protecting the weak members of a defeated clan, Yu Liang was not only showing his magnanimity to the entire city but also putting a tight leash on the Zhao Family. If they dared to touch those workers, Yu Liang would have the perfect, righteous excuse to crush them again.

"Understood, Young Master. Your foresight is as deep as the ocean," Elder Qian praised sincerely.

At this point, Mei Hua, who had been quietly listening and sipping her tea, gently set her cup down. She looked at Elder Qian with a gentle but incredibly sharp smile.

"Elder Qian, if I may add a few points from a manager’s perspective," Mei Hua said, her voice was gentle yet it too carried an undeniable weight of authority.

Elder Qian instantly straightened his back, treating her with the utmost respect. "Young Miss, please speak. This old man is all ears."

"First," Mei Hua said, holding up a slender finger, "conduct a deep financial audit of the Zhao Family’s hidden accounts. A family that relied on monopolies and tyranny for centuries definitely cooked the books. Look for embezzled funds, hidden spiritual stone caches, and most importantly off the books transactions. The Zhao Family’s Patriarch might have tried to hide assets before signing the contract."

Elder Qian’s eyes lit up. He hadn’t even thought of that! "A deep search! Yes, I will bring in the sect’s best accountants!"

"Second," Mei Hua continued, "review all supplier and buyer contracts. The Zhao Family likely forced unfair, monopolistic terms on their partners. Once we reopen, we will renegotiate these contracts to be fair and mutually beneficial. We want long term partners, not terrified slaves. This will quickly stabilize our supply chains."

"Third," Mei Hua finished, her smile turning slightly more radiant, "establish a new, transparent merit based reward system. The workers under the Zhao Family were likely oppressed and underpaid. By introducing clear promotions and bonuses based on actual performance, you will turn their fear into motivation. Make them realize that working for the Young Master is the best thing that ever happened to their lives."

Elder Qian sat there, his mouth slightly open, staring at the beautiful Young Miss as if she were a goddess of wealth descending to the mortal realm. The three points she made were incredibly practical, ruthless yet benevolent, and perfectly complemented the Young Master’s grand strategy.

"This old man... is completely convinced," Elder Qian said as he bowed deeply. "The Young Master and Young Miss are truly a match made in heaven. With your combined wisdom, these businesses will not just recover, they will soar to heights the Zhao Family could never even dream of!"

Yu Liang looked at his wife, his eyes filled with pride and affection. He reached out and gently squeezed her hand under the desk. Mei Hua smiled back, her eyes softened a little.

"Alright, Elder Qian," Yu Liang said, standing up slightly. "You have your orders. Now go and execute them. Remember, handle the transition smoothly. I don’t want any unnecessary bloodshed among the workers, but if anyone tries to cause trouble... you know what to do."

Elder Qian stood up, his plump face now entirely serious, the sycophantic flatterer replaced by the sharp, cunning manager of the Cloudwater Sect. He bowed deeply one last time.

"This old man will not let you down, Young Master. I will have the properties secured and the reports on your desk within three days."

With a flash of spiritual light, Elder Qian vanished from the office, rushing off to begin his monumental task.

The room fell quiet again. Yu Liang let out a long breath and slumped back into his chair, wrapping an arm around Mei Hua’s waist and pulling her close.

"You were amazing today," Yu Liang whispered, kissing her forehead. "My beautiful wife is not just a face, she’s a terrifying business genius."

Mei Hua leaned her head against his shoulder, a playful smile on her lips. "I just learned from the best. Besides, someone has to make sure her husband doesn’t just give away all our spiritual stones and end up eating the street food."

Yu Liang chuckled to her response.