My Ares Son-in-Law

Zhou Keying looked directly into Xiao Chen's eyes, her gaze revealing confidence and determination, her voice clear and powerful.

"Mr. Xiao, I am qualified to serve as the Group's Vice President, and will be fully responsible for market development and marketing strategy."

"I have a keen insight into the market and have accumulated a wealth of marketing experience."

"I am well aware of the enormous potential of our products. With the right marketing strategies, I am confident that once our products are launched, they will shine like a dazzling star around the world, quickly capture market share, and trigger a global consumer frenzy!"

Xiao Chen nodded slightly, a gesture that conveyed his recognition of Zhou Keying's abilities and his expectations for her future plans.

His gaze then shifted to Zhou Keying, his eyes now filled with a hint of inquiry.

Based on his understanding of Zhou Keying, as well as her status in the Zhou family and the abilities she has demonstrated, she should have sought the position of president and possess supreme power within the group.

Unexpectedly, Zhou Keying simply shook her head gently, the movement soft and helpless. A fleeting shadow crossed her beautiful face, like a dark cloud drifting across the sky, gone in an instant yet causing a jolt in the heart.

Her voice was somewhat ethereal, as if it came from a distant place.

"The Zhou family... is ultimately my root. It holds my memories from childhood to adulthood, and everything I am familiar with."

"But at the same time, it is also my shackles. The family rules, responsibilities and expectations are like invisible ropes that tightly bind me."

"I don't know how much longer I can stay in the ancient city. Perhaps the next moment, the family's call will come, like a sudden storm, sweeping me back to that place that I am both familiar with and helpless about."

"Therefore, a formal position is unnecessary. I don't want to be restricted by a position and unable to make a free choice between my family and Xunjiang."

A hint of confusion and helplessness was in Zhou Keying's eyes; she knew that her fate was not entirely in her own hands.

The interests and expectations of her family weighed on her like a heavy mountain.

She longed to make a name for herself in the Xunjiang Group and realize her own value, but she could not sever her emotional ties with the Zhou family.

This contradiction and struggle filled her heart with pain and helplessness.

At this point, she could only choose to temporarily decline the formal position, leaving herself some room to maneuver and waiting for fate to take its course.

She gently raised her eyes, her gaze like ripples on a deep pool, carrying an indescribable complex emotion, and looked directly at Xiao Chen.

A slight upturn at the corners of her lips formed a complex arc, a curve that contained a hint of self-mockery, as if mocking her current helpless situation; yet also a touch of nonchalance, as if she had come to terms with this temporary arrangement.

She spoke slowly, her voice soft yet carrying a hint of determination.

"During this limited time, I will do my best to contribute to Xunjiang Group."

"Although I am subject to many limitations, I will do my best now that I have taken on this responsibility."

"Of course, I can't work for free. After all, I also have my own living needs. My annual salary... let's tentatively set it at 500,000."

"I hope Mr. Xiao won't think I'm greedy. In my opinion, this is just a reasonable amount of money."

Xiao Chen sat there quietly, his eyes keenly capturing every subtle change in Zhou Keying's expression.

He could clearly sense the unspeakable helplessness and heaviness deep in her words. The helplessness was like a thick fog, enveloping her tightly; the heaviness was like a thousand-pound boulder, pressing down on her heart.

This was completely different from the aloof and arrogant eldest daughter of the Zhou family that he remembered.

In my memory, Zhou Keying always carried an innate sense of superiority, acted decisively, and had an unapproachable cold arrogance in her eyes.

But now, the woman before me has a look of weariness and confusion in her eyes. What is this woman hiding in her heart? What has caused such a big change in her?

Is it family pressure, or personal emotional entanglement?

Although Xiao Chen had many questions in his mind, he did not delve into them.

He knew that at this critical moment, making a decisive decision was of utmost importance.

He sat up slightly, his voice resolute, like a bugle call on a battlefield, carrying an unquestionable authority.

"In that case, the arrangement is as follows: Zhou Keying will serve as the Vice President of Xunjiang Group, in charge of marketing and sales, effective immediately."

"You have extensive experience and unique insights in the market, and I believe you can shine in this position."

"At the same time, we will grant you corresponding personnel and financial approval authority, so that you can carry out your work more easily and without being overly constrained."

"Liu Jianming will serve as the Group's Chief Executive Officer, with full authority over the Group's daily operations and strategic execution."

"Your abilities and decisiveness are evident to all. You have demonstrated outstanding leadership skills in previous projects."

"From now on, you will be directly responsible to me to ensure that all the group's work can proceed in an orderly manner and lead the group toward its established goals."

At this point, his gaze slowly settled on Zhou Keying, and his eyes became more serious.

“Yun Yuyan…”

He paused for a moment, as if giving Yun Yuyan some time to process the situation.

"You are hereby granted the title of Director General of the Group."

"During the next critical preparation period, which is a crucial stage in the group's development, you will enjoy the same decision-making power over the group's development as Yun Yuyan and Liu Jianming."

"This means that the three of you will work together to plan for the future of the group, and every decision you make may affect the group's development direction."

"Furthermore, you have veto power over major matters."

"This is recognition of your contributions during this special period, and it is also a hope that you can give full play to your abilities and safeguard the group."

His words resonated powerfully, echoing for a long time in the spacious yet somewhat oppressive conference room. Every word seemed to carry immense weight, conveying a final, decisive decision that left no room for doubt or rebuttal.

"If no one objects, then the meeting is adjourned!"

"Let's all act independently; time is our most precious resource right now!"

"Every minute and every second is crucial to the future of Xunjiang Group. Everyone must seize every second and devote all their energy to their work!"

After he finished speaking, his sharp gaze swept over everyone present, his eyes urging them to take action immediately.

……

The night was as dark as ink, so deep it seemed to swallow the entire world.

The clock quietly ticked past ten o'clock, and the city's hustle and bustle was gradually covered by the night, leaving only tranquility.

Inside the living room of the luxurious villa in the city center, an atmosphere completely different from the conference room permeated the air—a blend of tranquility and languor. (End of Chapter)