Chapter 2985 - 2064: Vote and Verdict

Chapter 2985: Chapter 2064: Vote and Verdict

Wen Yan explicitly opposed Bai Xuanyu’s personnel selection list, and bluntly stated that nearly one-sixth of the people on the list had major issues that required investigation by the Supervision Department.

As soon as these words were spoken, the people present were first shocked into silence, and then a commotion ensued.

"What is going on, there are actually so many people needing investigation?!"

"These people are the backbone of the major regions, they have major issues..."

"Could there be a mistake? I know my people well, there shouldn’t be major problems!"

"With the two major factions outside at conflict, do we still need to investigate our own people first, causing chaos within ourselves?"

The meeting room fell into a noisy uproar.

A month ago, the large-scale investigation of executives had just completed, and the aftermath was still lingering.

Back then, Caroline fell from a building, Vice Chairman Morgan was sent to prison, drawing global media attention, causing fluctuations in the group’s stock market, and everyone was overwhelmed.

Many people present never want to experience such an incident again.

But now, Wen Yan’s words sparked the possibility of the situation recurring, especially under unstable external conditions.

This made it impossible for everyone to remain calm.

"Everyone, quiet down!"

Bai Xuanyu tapped the table with his hand and immediately frowned slightly, looked at Wen Yan and said, "Bai Xuan Yan, are you sure you know what you are saying?!"

Even Bai Xuanyu found it difficult to accept Wen Yan’s public remarks.

Even disregarding the issue itself, he was highly dissatisfied with Wen Yan!

Since the Supervision Department had already grasped the major issues of those eighteen people, why didn’t they speak up earlier, why didn’t they conduct a timely investigation, but chose this moment to bring it up!

This list of one hundred twenty people was not easily compiled; it was the result of thousands of selections and layers of filtering.

Adding even one more person to it would drive the related project presidents crazy.

Removing a few people may barely allow the plan to proceed, but losing one-sixth in one go would disrupt, or even invalidate, the entire plan and necessitate a complete overhaul.

Time is tight now, and according to Bai Xuanyu’s plan, once the list is approved today, the notifications will be issued today, and personnel adjustments will be implemented.

If the group suffers significant losses in business and then starts remedying the situation, it will be too late!

But Wen Yan raised this issue at such a crucial moment, making Bai Xuanyu doubt his intentions!

Bai Xiaosheng sat in his seat, frowning slightly as he looked at Wen Yan.

Such a scene was something he hadn’t expected, and he didn’t wish to witness it.

Many of those present also cast skeptical glances at Wen Yan, wanting to hear how he explained.

"I am very sure of what I am saying, Acting Chairman Xuanyu."

Facing Bai Xuanyu’s sharp gaze, Wen Yan’s eyes did not evade nor retreat, remaining calm and composed.

"I have already prepared the investigation report, initially intended to be delivered to the acting chairman’s desk today, but didn’t foresee you’d propose the cross-regional mobilization of those personnel in this meeting. I have no objections to the acting chairman’s plan and fully support it. However, regarding some of the personnel, I must decline, as it is also a matter of duty."

Wen Yan spoke with righteous conviction.

"Wen Yan, matters always have priorities; if those people’s issues are not severe enough to warrant immediate investigation, can’t it wait until after this dispatch?"

Li Yunyuan, as the oldest and senior-most Vice Chairman present, spoke first, "and also give them a chance."

Wen Yan turned to Li Yunyuan and said politely, "Mr. Li, in this matter, I regret that only the rules can be followed."

Li Yunyuan’s eyes darkened.

Being refuted publicly, he might disregard his dignity, but in this matter Wen Yan held the reason, aligned with the rules, hence even he couldn’t rely on his seniority.

"Yes indeed, our group’s Supervision Department independently exercises authority, not subject to anyone’s control; this was a rule set by Old Chairman Bai Zhenbei. Investigation results are directly submitted to the Chairman or the Board, and only they can sway them." Role interjected, seemingly amicably glancing at Bai Xuanyu, appearing deferential and said, "Chairman Xuanyu, it seems you’re only holding acting authority; even you cannot control a significant investigation action by the Supervision Department, so according to the rules, I think this matter ought to be reported for the Board’s decision."

Seeing Bai Xuanyu’s gaze sweep towards him, Role quickly smiled accommodatingly and said, "Chairman Xuanyu, no offense intended, I am merely adhering to the group’s regulations. As I’ve just taken office, I fear some parts may be misremembered."

"You remember well, Mr. Role."

Bai Xuanyu said expressionlessly, "Thank you for reminding me I am not the official Chairman."

Role kept a smiling face.

Bai Xuanyu’s eyes shifted coldly towards Wen Yan.

From his supporting the Board’s appointment of Vice Chairmen, to his recent closeness with Role, all indicated that he already had connections with the Board.

However, without evidence, some words couldn’t be articulated.

Moreover, being close to the Board is not something that can be openly criticized.

Wen Yan spoke earnestly and publicly, "The Old Chairman said before, the Supervision Department will never condone problems, never let a wrongdoer go unchecked nor wrongly punish a good person. We will thoroughly investigate those people promptly; if they can continue to be employed, arrangements for their departure will be made swiftly, and if they cannot be retained, they will be swiftly dealt with! The investigation results will be promptly communicated to everyone!"

What an upright and forthright declaration!

Upon hearing this, Bai Xuanyu sneered in front of everyone.

Bai Xiaosheng, seated there, let out a silent, long sigh within.

If the investigation shows no problems and they are used, by then the morale will be long dissipated.