Chapter 2074: A Small Arrangement

Winter in the capital was undoubtedly very cold.

Zhao Fusheng had always felt that the biggest advantage of northerners over southerners was that they could enjoy heating in winter.

Of course, this had little to do with him, since he lived in an air-conditioned villa.

The uproar caused by the migrant workers gradually subsided under the deliberate guidance of Future Group.

Zheng Yao was right; without Zhao Fusheng lifting a finger, the condemnation from netizens and the media was enough to punish those who had done wrong.

After all, the all-pervasive media and netizens were truly terrifying.

In Zhao Fusheng's view, the internet had changed far too many things.

The most obvious example was that the internet allowed everyone to express their opinions, no matter what they wanted to say. But for the same reason, many people could not be responsible for their own words.

Even more, they were simply venting their emotions.

Insults, rumors, slander—on the internet, they cost nothing.

When an action has no cost and no punishment, many people will go further.

This was no joke. Many people thought that just cursing a few times online was nothing. As for those celebrities or others who couldn't take their words, they were simply too fragile.

"I didn't say anything, did I?"

"Isn't the internet supposed to be a place for free speech?"

"Why can't I express my opinion?"

That was the mindset of many.

In Zhao Fusheng's view, the main reason most people opposed internet real-name registration was that once it was implemented, they would have to be responsible for every word they said.

And for them, being irresponsible was undoubtedly the happiest thing.

So-called keyboard warriors probably had this mentality.

Of course, there were also public intellectuals.

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"When are you going to Italy?"

In Zhao Fusheng's office, Zheng Yao asked him curiously.

After all, according to the plan, Zhao Fusheng was supposed to spend New Year's with his family.

"Around Christmas."

Zhao Fusheng smiled and explained to her, "You know, I don't like holidays."

"Haha."

Zheng Yao laughed: "I think it's not that you don't like holidays, but that you don't like crowds."

"Cut it out."

Zhao Fusheng waved his hand: "Tan Kaixuan is getting married on January 3rd. Don't forget."

"Don't worry."

Zheng Yao nodded: "But why is that guy holding the wedding on your island?"

Zhao Fusheng smiled bitterly: "How should I know? That bastard insisted on doing it at my place, saying he wanted to borrow some of my luck, hoping to have both a son and a daughter in the future."

"..."

Zheng Yao was speechless.

But no matter what, Tan Kaixuan's twisted logic actually made some sense.

Zhao Fusheng's current life was indeed envied by everyone.

His parents were healthy, his relationship with his wife was harmonious, and he had both a son and a daughter.

As for his career, that went without saying.

"Let him be."

Zhao Fusheng resignedly said, "Who told that bastard to talk to my mom in advance?"

Zheng Yao laughed heartily but didn't pursue the matter further.

Those familiar with Zhao Fusheng and Tan Kaixuan knew that their relationship couldn't be better.

"At the end of the year, pay more attention to company matters."

Zhao Fusheng said to Zheng Yao, "Stability is key."

"Okay."

Zheng Yao nodded in agreement, naturally understanding Zhao Fusheng's meaning.

Future Group had developed to its current scale; in other words, it was already an aircraft carrier. For an enterprise of this magnitude, stability was often the priority, because the ship was too large—even a simple turn could cause turbulence.

Under such circumstances, Zhao Fusheng needed Zheng Yao to control the direction and speed of the company's development.

"By the way, there's something I want to discuss with you."

Zheng Yao suddenly remembered something and said to Zhao Fusheng, "What do you think about us developing a real estate project and using the entire complex as the headquarters for all Future Group's subsidiaries?"

"You..."

Zhao Fusheng was momentarily stunned, then laughed, pointing at Zheng Yao without speaking for a long time.

Zheng Yao's idea seemed simple, but in fact, it contained great ambition.

That was a whole complex; the total area would definitely not be a small expense.

But on second thought, it was actually a good idea.

After all, Future Group was now so large that the staff of its subsidiaries alone could fill several buildings.

Most importantly, if it could form a scale, it might even create a business district.

With that in mind, Zhao Fusheng nodded: "Alright, let's do it your way."

"Really?"

Zheng Yao was somewhat surprised; she had only mentioned it because a group of young people from the strategic planning department kept buzzing in her ears.

She had expected Zhao Fusheng to reject the suggestion, but to her surprise, he approved.

This was an unexpected delight!

"But first, make a good plan. After all, just relocating the subsidiaries will take a lot of effort, and how many offices each company needs is another issue."

Zhao Fusheng stood up and looked at Zheng Yao: "Also, subsidiaries are not branches. You need to discuss this with Dong Chenxi and the others."

"I know, don't worry."

Zheng Yao nodded.

In fact, she had thought even more than Zhao Fusheng.

Zheng Yao had always believed that Future Group should become bigger and stronger.

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Leaving the office, Zhao Fusheng didn't go straight home but headed to Future Film.

New Year's was approaching, and Xu Zheng's film "Lost on Journey" was not far from its release date.

Zhao Fusheng had high hopes for this film, but since he was going to Italy for vacation, he planned to check in beforehand.

Consider it as giving Xu Zheng face, letting him know how much Zhao Fusheng valued the film.

"Chairman."

Seeing Zhao Fusheng arrive, Ye Jing led a group of people to greet him at the door.

"Let's go inside and talk."

Zhao Fusheng nodded. At times like this, he had to put on a show of authority, even though he actually disliked it. But there was no helping it; the subordinates always had to make a show.

Besides, as a superior, it was not good to always appear approachable and lacking authority.

A boss who inspired no awe was definitely not a good boss.

Zhao Fusheng knew this well.

Combining kindness with severity was the way to manage a company.

Arriving at the company's conference room, everyone sat down. Zhao Fusheng listened to reports from Ye Jing and department heads, then said to Ye Jing, "The promotion and distribution for 'Lost on Journey' must be stepped up."

"So far in advance?"

Ye Jing was somewhat surprised; he hadn't expected Zhao Fusheng to say that.

Zhao Fusheng smiled: "We need to build momentum. We want everyone to know the eight words: 'Rich or poor, go home for New Year.' Got it?"

"Rich or poor, go home for New Year?"

"Wow! That's our chairman for you!"

"Brilliant!"

"No wonder the chairman used to be a top-notch planner. Look at that slogan."

"I think we can put those eight words on the promotional posters."

Since they were all in the film industry, they were quick-witted. With just one sentence from Zhao Fusheng, the management at Future Film immediately realized it was a good opportunity.

Those eight words became their promotional slogan.

"Where's Xu Zheng?"

Zhao Fusheng asked Ye Jing.

"He should be in the capital."

Ye Jing replied, "Do you want to see him?"

"Contact him." Zhao Fusheng nodded. "If he's free, ask him to come over now."

"And Wang Qiang."

Zhao Fusheng thought for a moment and added to Ye Jing.

"Okay."

Ye Jing naturally had no objection, since both were signed artists of the company.

He instructed his secretary, and soon someone went out to notify Wang Qiang and Xu Zheng to come to the company.

This was a management meeting; artists naturally were not qualified to attend.

No matter what, even the biggest star, unless they entered the company's management, was just a product of the company, a tool to make money.

When would people put their tools on an equal footing with themselves?

No way!

You do what you're told, even if you know it's dangerous.

Otherwise, being shelved is the least; being blacklisted is not impossible.