Mysterious Revival

Chapter 389: Chapter 388 Compensation

“One, two, three… from now on, these eight floors are mine.”

Jiang Yan was brimming with excitement as she moved up and down in the Shangtong Tower, finally finding the eight-story office building labeled in her name. At this moment, she surveyed her territory like a wealthy landlord inspecting their property.

As expected, clinging to Yang Jian’s coattails paid off.

Brother Tui truly lived up to his name.

However, once her excitement subsided, Jiang Yan suddenly turned around with a dubious expression and said, “I do get why Yang Jian would give me several floors. After all, I’ve been with him for so long, and even if I haven’t made any major contributions, I’ve put in the hard work. But why do you get a share? He actually gave you two floors.”

Eyeing Zhang Liqin from top to bottom, Jiang Yan expressed her confusion and disbelief.

Zhang Liqin’s eyes flitted nervously as she stroked her hair beside her ear, stammering, “Maybe Yang Jian did it because I’m one of the first employees, sort of a pre-emptive reward. Now that he’s so wealthy, this is nothing to him.”

“Really? But as far as I know, that guy would never be so generous without a reason. There must be something else behind it,” Jiang Yan didn’t buy the excuse.

“I really don’t know anything else,” Zhang Liqin said, putting on an innocent face.

Of course, even though she said this, she was quite aware of the reason – she was being kept… But it was a rather pleasant feeling, and she was quite pleased with herself.

Jiang Yan withdrew her gaze, “Never mind, let’s not talk about it. Your share isn’t as much as mine anyway. Work hard from now on. If you do anything underhanded, change sides, or get distracted, you won’t last long. We can only survive thanks to Yang Jian’s protection, especially after the Hungry Ghost incident. You know very well what I mean.”

“Of course, I understand. How could I be anything but loyal? I’d be grateful if he doesn’t fire me,” Zhang Liqin quickly said, “Don’t worry, I’ll work hard and won’t let him down.”

“That’s right,” Jiang Yan nodded in satisfaction.

Without even getting Yang Jian’s approval, she still acted like a bossy housekeeper, already beginning to admonish the staff.

“Isn’t that Miss Jiang, Miss Zhang? You’re here at the company so early. Didn’t our boss say yesterday that we won’t move out until the contract is over?” At that moment, a middle-aged man in a suit approached them enthusiastically, seemingly just arriving at the company.

“So you two ladies might as well not waste your time. Besides, some decisions you can’t make on your own, it’d be better if your boss came to discuss this,” he said.

Upon seeing this man, Jiang Yan’s pretty face immediately darkened, and she spoke with icy firmness, “Our boss said, this is the final notice for today. If you want to settle this peacefully, have your company head go upstairs to discuss compensation. If you keep dragging your feet, our boss will file a complaint tomorrow.”

“File a complaint? Don’t talk big without substance. What could you possibly report us for? We haven’t broken any laws,” the manager identified as Zheng said.

Jiang Yan thought for a moment and said, “Oh right, what did Yang Jian say just now? I’ve forgotten.”

“If they still refuse to leave, Yang Jian said to accuse them of disrupting Dachang City’s safety, hindering his personal work… and if necessary, handle it as a special incident,” Zhang Liqin recalled.

“Heard that? You have until the end of today to get your boss to our office to discuss compensation. Don’t blame us for driving you out if you miss today,” Jiang Yan said with a humph, not paying any attention to the manager, and turned away with a flip of her hair.

Zhang Liqin also spoke with a stern face, “Manager Zheng, I hope you won’t cause trouble like yesterday. It’s better for everyone if we resolve this through proper channels. If you keep up the attitude from yesterday, I can’t guarantee what will happen.”

With Yang Jian backing her, she was confident enough to deliver this warning before she too departed.

Manager Zheng watched the two women leave, his gaze flickering uncertainly. He was no fool; of course, he knew that the new owner of Shangtong Tower must be someone significant, otherwise, after being sealed off, it wouldn’t have been transferred to private hands so quickly.

But as an employee, it wasn’t his place to worry about these issues.

After some thought, he still decided to call and notify his boss.

During this time, Jiang Yan had done more than just inspect her territory. She had informed the heads of the remaining companies in the building to vacate and gave them a one-day deadline.

Meanwhile, in the top-floor office.

Yang Jian, Wang Bing, Zhang Xiangu, and Zhang Han had been discussing for several hours before they finally settled most matters.

“That’s all for the company’s affairs for now. I’ll be going to J City in a few days. I don’t have the time or ability to manage things here, so I’ll just hold the president’s title. I’ll be relying on Uncle Wang and Zhang Wei from now on. As the manager and vice president, you two pretty much can decide everything for the company,” he said.

“Are you sure it’s okay to leave the company in Zhang Wei’s hands?” Zhang Xiangu said, puffing on his cigarette with a furrowed brow and a curious expression.

Zhang Wei sneered, “Dad, it seems like you don’t trust my abilities. Once the company is up and running, I’ll show you what a business prodigy looks like.”

Zhang Xiangu wanted to scold him again, but considering Zhang Wei’s stay at the company was good for him, regardless of the future development, it would at least shape the kid and spare Zhang Xiangu from worrying. Besides, with Wang Bing managing and Yang Jian’s support, the company wouldn’t collapse.

Anyway, it wasn’t like he was expecting profits.

At that moment, Zhang Han looked puzzled, “Yang Jian, you’re going to J City? I haven’t heard you mention it before.”

“After the Dachang City incident, I have to go to J City for some training and awards, which I’ve delayed due to other matters,” Yang Jian explained, “I have to make the trip, or the headquarters won’t be comfortable with me being in charge of this city. After all, I still have to follow protocol.”

“How long will you be gone?” Zhang Han inquired.

“At least a week, any longer and it’s hard to say,” Yang Jian replied.

“Who will deal with the supernatural events in Dachang City while you’re away?” Zhang Han asked.

Yang Jian thought for a moment and answered, “There definitely won’t be any supernatural events for the next month or so, you can rest assured. During my absence, I’ll trouble you to keep an eye on things. Call me if there’s any problem; I’ll come back.”

“Well, okay then,” Zhang Han hesitated briefly but agreed.

After all, his own family was saved by Yang Jian; he couldn’t refuse to help.

During the conversation, he saw Jiang Yan and Zhang Liqin, who had left earlier, rushing back in.

“Yang Jian, there’s trouble. The business owners from the companies downstairs have arrived.”

Yang Jian glanced at them and said, “Isn’t their arrival a good thing? It saves me the trouble of having to seek them out one by one. I’m nearly done here, let them come in.”

Before he had even finished speaking.

“Bang~!”

The wooden door of the office was forcefully pushed open.

What had been a quiet company abruptly filled with a large crowd, at least thirty-four people.

Yang Jian and the others immediately frowned.

“Which one of you is the boss here?” A fat, bald man in a black suit looked around and asked.

“I am. Are you the people in charge of the companies downstairs?”

Yang Jian slightly raised his head to look at them, “I’ve heard from my secretary that you’re unwilling to move due to compensation issues. If that’s the case, you can discuss it with me. I’m quite reasonable when handling matters.”

You’re reasonable?

Jiang Yan standing by couldn’t help but turn her face away in embarrassment.

“You’re the boss here? You look so young; are you really in charge?” A man in a white shirt asked.

“Who might you be?” Yang Jian asked unhurriedly.

Jiang Yan whispered, “His name is Su, and the bald guy next to him is Liu Chi.”

“What kind of question is that, Boss Su? If I weren’t in charge, would I even speak up?” Yang Jian said with a smile.

That Boss Su replied, “We signed a five-year contract with Shangtong Tower, and it hasn’t even been one year yet. Now you’re forcing our companies to move. The penalties for breach of contract and the losses our companies will suffer are not small amounts. I’ve estimated that if you truly intend to force us out within a day, it should be at least this much.”

He held up two fingers.

“Twenty million?” Yang Jian said.

“Twenty million is pocket change these days. It’s two billion. My company’s losses are even greater; I want three billion,” the bald man named Liu Chi held up three fingers.

Yang Jian looked around and asked, “What about the other bosses?”

“Our company also demands one billion in compensation,” another boss said.

“That doesn’t comply with the rules,” Yang Jian said, slightly shaking his head. “Your contracts might all be legitimate, and the compensation for breach of contract may be real, but according to proper procedure, you should seek compensation from the previous Shangtong Technology Co., Ltd. After all, I haven’t taken over the debts of that company. The reason I’m even discussing compensation with you is because I don’t want a minor issue to affect my work and company plans. It’s better for everyone if I give you a little money to resolve this.”

He internally marveled at the feeling of being able to throw around large sums of money.

He continued, “But the figures you’re suggesting don’t seem like compensation negotiation; it sounds more like extortion.”

“Since you’re not being polite, I won’t be either. Today, pack up and skedaddle, or prepare to go to jail—the choice is yours.”

Having said that, his gaze gradually turned colder.

“What did you say? Trying to scare me?”

Liu Chi said angrily, “I was a boss before you were probably still in diapers. If worse comes to worst, we’ll go to court. I’m not afraid of you. I can drag this out for half a year, a year, and see how your company gets by.”

“That’s right, we won’t leave without compensation.”

“It’s all clearly written in black and white; we’re not afraid of going to court. You think you can get us to leave without paying a penny; dream on!”

The crowd behind them started clamoring, and the scene seemed to get out of control.

“I don’t understand such business matters either. Do incidents like this happen often?” Yang Jian ignored the rabble and turned to ask.

Zhang Xiangu nodded, “It’s very common; debt disputes are always a hassle. I’ve encountered many such incidents, but most are resolved swiftly with a bit of money, just like you’re doing. If it goes to court, dragging on for half a year or a year can be very troublesome.”

Yang Jian nodded. He waved his hand and said, “Jiang Yan, call Zang Hua. Tell him I’m being extorted for a huge sum, seven or eight billion, and ask him to handle it.”

“Brother Tui, hold on, I might be able to resolve this. Let me try,” Zhang Wei suddenly said at that moment.

“You? I always feel something might go wrong. Don’t force it if it’s not possible,” Yang Jian said.

Zhang Wei confidently said, “Don’t worry, there won’t be any issues. It’s not our style to just call someone each time there’s trouble. Just watch.”

After finishing, he straightened his clothes, huffed, and stood up.