The meeting room was already full with several key team members, naturally including Zhu Jianian.
Before Ji Wei arrived, the group couldn’t resist chatting: "Two meetings within one morning? Isn’t Director Ji being a bit too decisive and relentless?"
These people were used to a slower, methodical work pace, so the sudden change left them feeling out of sorts.
"Do any of you actually know Director Ji’s background?" another person leaned in to ask.
A woman this formidable definitely isn’t ordinary, that’s for sure.
Though seated two meters away, Zhu Jianian could still clearly hear their discussion.
So, these people weren’t aware of Ji Wei’s connection to Gu Moqian? Utilizing them as pawns to make Ji Wei lose face sounded like a clever idea.
"Director Ji is newly appointed, so of course she wants to quickly achieve results. If she successfully oversees this project, transferring to Gu Headquarters wouldn’t be an issue," Zhu Jianian remarked suddenly, looking at the group.
They hadn’t considered this angle before, but Zhu Jianian’s comment made them realize it instantly.
These people had been managing the project department for years without seeing any prospects for promotion. Now, Director Ji shows up aiming to seize the chance for advancement. How could they possibly accept that?
"If she wants instant success, she’d better prove she has the ability," one of the team members snorted coldly.
With just one sentence, the atmosphere had shifted dramatically. Keeping her expression neutral, Zhu Jianian toyed with the pen in her hand, though a hint of satisfaction flickered in her eyes.
"Looks like everyone’s here now, so let’s begin the meeting."
When Ji Wei stepped in, she immediately sensed the odd mood. The team members, on hearing her voice, not only didn’t greet her warmly but remained silent, offering no reaction at all.
Her gaze instinctively flicked to Zhu Jianian, who remained composed, eyes fixed on her pen and deliberately avoiding eye contact. Ji Wei couldn’t help but smirk inwardly.
Zhu Jianian had undoubtedly been up to her usual small-time schemes.
Still, Ji Wei wasn’t fazed. Maintaining a serene expression, she walked confidently to the front and turned on the projector.
"As I mentioned earlier this morning, Shuiyun Lane is an ancient street of Rongcheng and naturally functions as a ready-to-use tourist destination. Instead of demolishing it to build commercial land, why not preserve its historical architecture and create a distinctive folk culture street? Tourism is thriving across regions nowadays, and during weekends or holidays, visitors from Rongcheng and surrounding areas can be drawn here, indirectly boosting foot traffic to our commercial center. It also eliminates the resistance to relocation among residents. What do you think of this proposal?"
Once Ji Wei finished speaking, the meeting room fell silent. Nobody responded.
Ji Wei swept her eyes across the room. "If no one speaks, I’ll take it as unanimous agreement. I’ll finalize the proposal and submit it to Gu Headquarters accordingly..."
Before she could finish, someone unwillingly stood up. "Our vision is to develop an integrated commercial center. Throwing in a traditional folk street completely contradicts the overall design. Let me be blunt—this idea isn’t viable at all!"
"I agree with Old Zhao. The Gu Family has never ventured into tourism before. Creating an unprofitable folk culture street is utterly senseless."
The remaining members didn’t speak up but wore visibly displeased expressions, making it obvious they all opposed Ji Wei’s approach.
They wouldn’t let Ji Wei resolve the residential relocation issue, which had stumped them for months, right on her first day on the job. That would make them look incompetent in comparison.
Relying on the Gu Family’s lucrative job opportunities to support their families, they couldn’t let themselves be overshadowed by Ji Wei.
A twenty-something girl, trying to outsmart seasoned professionals? Foolish and laughable!