Chapter 381 - 229: Chen Xiao and His Viceroys

Chapter 381: Chapter 229: Chen Xiao and His Viceroys

’Take Zhao Xiangjun home for the New Year?’

Zhao Hui hadn’t expected Chen Xiao to bring this up.

It wasn’t that he felt Chen Xiao shouldn’t. He just figured that if Chen Xiao wanted to take Xiangjun home for the New Year, all he needed was her approval!

But Chen Xiao was clearly proposing this to him—or rather, through him to the Zhao Family. This was a sign of respect!

The Zhao Family currently treated their son-in-law, Chen Xiao, the way the royal court treated the Emperor himself.

’In their minds, does Chen Xiao even need to ask for their opinion? Can’t he just make the arrangements directly?’

But Chen Xiao was clearly not that kind of person. He had mentioned it to Zhao Xiangjun, and she had no problem with it. She also said her family wouldn’t object to her decisions, because objecting would be pointless.

She had been incredibly strong-willed since she was a child. Once she made a decision, not even a team of wild horses could change her mind.

But Chen Xiao felt he should bring it up with her family anyway. It was a matter of respect.

Zhao Hui immediately assured him that his family would have no problem with it.

Chen Xiao also mentioned that he and Zhao Xiangjun would come to their home after the holiday to pay a New Year’s visit to their grandmother, Mr. Zhao, and Mrs. Zhao.

Even though the Zhao Family was moving to Xiangshan Forest Language before the Spring Festival, they would still return to Happiness Garden to celebrate. That was the family home, and all their relatives were there.

The New Year was all about the lively atmosphere. In the city, it was cold and cheerless, with no festive spirit at all. Kids weren’t even allowed to set off firecrackers!

This was just a small interlude. After settling the matter, Chen Xiao asked about how the children in the family were doing with their studies.

The two men chatted casually while savoring the dishes, a rare moment of leisure.

Chen Xiao glanced at a message on his phone. "Looks like I can’t avoid this after all."

The heads of several business units had asked Xu Wu for permission to come and propose a toast to President Chen.

Xu Wu couldn’t very well dishearten several of her most capable subordinates, so she had messaged Chen Xiao in advance. They were already on their way up!

Chen Xiao had Zhao Hui instruct the suite’s private butler to prepare a few more sets of tableware. When they arrived, they would surely stay for a bit, so they could eat and chat.

Fortunately, the spread on the table was lavish. Never mind a few people—there was enough even if a dozen showed up.

"Should I step out for a bit?"

’The people coming are all heads of the business units,’ Zhao Hui thought. ’It might not be appropriate for me to be here.’

"No need. There are some things they’ll find out sooner or later."

Zhao Hui knew Chen Xiao was referring to their personal relationship. It wasn’t a bad thing for the others to find out. In fact, it would make it easier for Zhao Hui to handle certain matters on Chen Xiao’s behalf in the future.

Xu Gang, Xu Jun, and Gao Yue walked half a step behind Xu Wu, following her into the hotel’s private elevator.

’Why didn’t President Xu bring Liu Jian?’ Xu Gang mused. ’Looks like Vice President Liu’s days at Junxiao Investment Group are numbered. The signal is crystal clear.’

’Liu Jian was previously being groomed as the Chairman of Junxiao Capital and a Vice President of Junxiao Investment Group. A person of his rank should absolutely be here today to meet the big boss.’

’It seems Liu Jian completely disappointed President Xu last time. Or maybe he did something else to earn her displeasure since then.’

’Sigh... That’s President Xu’s decisive nature for you. If she feels someone isn’t cutting it, she replaces them instantly. No hesitation whatsoever.’

’This was a wake-up call for me, too,’ Xu Gang thought. ’At Junxiao Group, the room for growth and the compensation package are the best in the industry.’

’But the boss’s standards are also sky-high. If you fail to meet expectations, you can be replaced in the blink of an eye!’

Xu Jun was very steady, and his sector was currently the most stable among Junxiao Group’s various divisions. He had won several impressive victories in the last month and earned high praise from President Xu, but he often reminded himself to remain low-key and cautious.

’After all, the position I’m about to take on is on another level—Chairman of Junxiao Business Management. At the company’s current growth rate, my standing in the industry could surpass even President Wang Jun of Wansheng Group in just two years!’

’He was a great leader who once seemed completely out of my reach. But now, under the protection of Junxiao Group, I have the chance to catch up to and even surpass him in an incredibly short amount of time!’

Gao Yue had it the easiest. The two hotels she currently managed were in the best locations in the Jiangzhou area—the newest and most luxurious ones at that.

’Even if I just stick to the beaten path and follow precedent, how could my performance be anything but great?’

’My most important task right now is actually to just buy, buy, buy. The group’s target for me this year is to expand our portfolio to over twenty hotels. But I’ve fiercely resolved to hit over thirty!’

’Why so determined? Because of Miss Xu, my bestie and current idol walking right in front of me. The way she commands the wind and rain, a true force of nature... it’s everything I aspire to be!’

’I’m convinced I can do it too, which is why I’m studying like my life depends on it, learning everything I can from Xu Wu!’

’Now even the way I walk, talk, and get things done is starting to mirror hers.’

When they entered the room and saw Zhao Hui, they each had their own thoughts.

Xu Jun knew about the relationship between Zhao Hui and Chen Xiao, so he wasn’t surprised, just a little envious.

Xu Gang and Gao Yue weren’t familiar with Zhao Hui, so they couldn’t help but pay close attention to the man who was dining alone with President Chen.

"President Hui truly is a model employee," Xu Wu joked. "No wonder you’re getting promoted like a rocket!"

Zhao Hui was startled. He didn’t know if Xu Wu was purely joking or criticizing him for being too close to Chen Xiao.

Despite his relationship with Chen Xiao, if there was anyone at Junxiao Group that Zhao Hui was afraid of, it was Xu Wu. He held her in the highest awe.

There was no other reason for it; Xu Wu’s authority within the group was simply immense.

’Besides, it’s not like I haven’t suspected a personal relationship between Xu Wu and Chen Xiao,’ Zhao Hui thought. ’But I force myself not to think about it. For a man of President Chen’s wealth and status, it’s perfectly normal to have ’situations’ like that.’