"I have never sold any shares, but it’s true that I have acquired three percent of the shares."
As soon as these words were uttered, the faces of those present varied.
Rong Mingyan’s eyes darkened slightly; he hadn’t expected Rong Shaoze to have such ability to deceive everyone.
A shareholder raised their hand and said, "But the fact that many shareholders have recently been selling their shares is true, and indeed, someone has been secretly acquiring Shengjue’s shares. Does Mr. Rong know who is doing it? What’s your opinion on this matter?"
Rong Shaoze revealed a faint smile, confident and graceful, "Such things are not unusual; secret stock transactions happen all the time. Should every transaction be reported to me?"
The shareholder was left speechless.
Rong Shaoze glanced at the silent Rong Mingyan, then said, "Since everyone is here today, why don’t we hold a re-election for the CEO? Those in favor of an immediate election can raise their hand. If the majority of major shareholders agree, we’ll proceed."
Rong Mingyan slightly lifted his gaze, revealing an extremely faint curve of a smile.
Rong Shaoze’s purpose today was to pull him off his horse.
He had been CEO for just a few days and now faced the prospect of being replaced. If word got out, it would be a laughing stock.
Suddenly, the door of the meeting room was pushed open. Rong Guangguo entered, leaning on a cane with the support of a servant.
He looked at Rong Shaoze and said sternly, "You are being absurd! Mingyan has just become the CEO, and you are asking for a re-election, which will disrupt people’s minds and damage Shengjue’s reputation and interests. If you really have Shengjue’s best interests at heart, then abandon your idea!"
The two biggest shareholders of Shengjue were none other than Rong Shaoze and Rong Guangguo.
Rong Guangguo had been in charge of Shengjue for decades, with connections and fame that Rong Shaoze couldn’t match.
If he opposed it, who else would agree?
Rong Shaoze smiled slightly, "Grandfather, in business we speak of business, and currently we are competitors. If you disagree, you don’t have to raise your hand."
After all the storms he’d weathered, Rong Guangguo didn’t get angry at his words.
He took his seat and looked at the other shareholders, "You don’t have to disagree on my account. I believe each of you has your own opinion. Those in favor can raise their hands."
After he spoke, not a single hand was raised.
Even though he said they didn’t have to abstain from raising their hands out of respect for him, those present either had benefited from his favor or had a close relationship with him. Each would consider his feelings.
Moreover, Rong Shaoze’s usual approach in business was flamboyant, ruthless, and decisive; nobody liked the idea of him being the CEO.
Even if he could generate more profit for the company, they still did not want to put a ticking bomb above their heads.
Nobody knew whom Rong Shaoze might target next, and no one wanted to one day be ousted by him and left with nothing.
Not a single hand was raised, and an awkward silence ensued.
Rong Shaoze knew this would be the outcome; he smiled lightly, "Really, no one is raising their hand? I was the first to do so."
He raised his own hand, slowly looking toward the shareholders present.
Many shareholders pretended not to notice his gaze, each focusing inwardly, showing no reaction.
Rong Guangguo showed a trace of a satisfied smile, it seemed his prestige was still intact.
"I agree too," a voice with a hint of a smile suddenly sounded from the doorway.
Everyone turned in surprise to see Tao Hua walking in with a document in hand; he walked up to Rong Shaoze’s side.