Please, mature women, have some self-respect. I just want a raise and a promotion.

A fatal weakness?

Lin Zhengqiang suppressed his panic, thought carefully for a while, and finally shook his head, his gaze returning to Zhang Xiaoli.

"What's in the file folder Zhang Wenhai is carrying?"

Zhang Xiaoli shook her head and said, "I don't know either."

"Not long after I went in, he had someone take the file folder and leave the company."

"Could it be some secret between you and Zhang Wenshan?"

"Impossible," Lin Zheng said, waving his hand.

"Based on my understanding of Zhang Wenhai, he must have something in his possession," Zhang Xiaoli added.

Lin Zheng waved his hand: "Let's not worry about that for now. Chen Kexin will be holding a meeting later. You can act accordingly then."

Half an hour later, all departments received a notice from Chen Kexin to hold a meeting.

Currently, the positions of the two presidents of the subsidiary have not been decided, so she, as the secretary-general, has the most power.

Upon receiving the notification, all department heads and above arrived at the scene.

"The real show is about to begin."

"Lin Zheng, you dared to sleep with my wife. From now on, I will make you live a life worse than death."

"And Zhou Xia, you bitch, just you wait."

In the project manager's office, Zhang Wenhai was smoking a cigarette, his facial features contorted in a grotesque manner.

After finishing a cigarette, he slowly straightened his clothes and got up to go to the conference room.

The meeting room was already full. Lin Zheng found a corner to sit down and waited for Chen Kexin to speak.

After Zhang Wenhai entered, his gaze swept around the room before finally settling on Lin Zheng.

A slow smile crept onto his lips, his face revealing an undisguised chill.

Chen Kexin walked onto the stage with the manuscript in her hand.

"There are two main reasons for this meeting today."

"First, let's discuss Comrade Lin Zheng's job assignment."

"Second, the company will conduct an internal audit."

"Let's start with the first thing, regarding the arrangements for Comrade Lin Zheng."

"The matter committed by Zhang Wenshan has been thoroughly investigated and has nothing to do with Comrade Lin Zheng."

"But I still want to remind all comrades that we must keep our mission in mind and learn from Zhang Wenshan as a negative example to draw inferences about other cases."

The audience fell silent, waiting for Chen Kexin to reveal the true purpose of the meeting.

Those who manage to rise to the position of supervisor are all cunning old foxes.

They would never speak carelessly if they didn't understand the underlying interests.

Chen Kexin cleared her throat and continued, "Comrade Lin Zheng is essentially a good comrade, and his abilities are evident to all."

"Over the years, he has worked diligently and made great contributions to the project team."

"We cannot generalize about Zhang Wenshan because of his case."

"I proposed restoring Comrade Lin Zheng to his position, and concurrently appointing him as the head of the Development Department."

"Please feel free to share any suggestions you may have."

This caused an uproar among the crowd.

No one expected that Lin Zheng would be reinstated to his original position and even concurrently serve as the head of the development department.

The development department deals with the government, which is definitely a lucrative department.

The head of the development department doesn't have much power, but he/she manages a lot of things.

Many people in the company coveted this position, but no one expected it to fall into the hands of a corrupt president's secretary.

Chen Kexin's words encouraged everyone to freely express any suggestions they might have.

But people aren't stupid.

Do you have any suggestions?

To dare to speak out is to make yourself uncomfortable.

Chen Kexin is currently the most powerful person; offending her will only lead to dire consequences.

As for Chen Kexin overstepping her authority, everyone could only turn a blind eye.

The two heads of the Human Resources and Administration departments are both pretending to be dead, which is tacitly approving of Chen Kexin's actions.

Even if they offer suggestions, it's of no use whatsoever.

"Does anyone have any suggestions, or anything they'd like to say?" Chen Kexin repeated.

Everyone exchanged glances, and finally chose to remain silent.

"Since there isn't one, then..."

"I have a suggestion," Zhang Wenhai said, standing up to interrupt Chen Kexin.

Chen Kexin frowned, her eyes filled with doubt.

She and Zhang Wenhai have secretly reached a cooperation agreement.

What was the significance of Zhang Wenhai stepping forward at this time?

Chen Kexin suppressed her anger.

"Manager Zhang, please feel free to offer any suggestions you may have."

"I suggest that Lin Zheng serve as the part-time manager of the development department and take full responsibility for the department," Zhang Wenhai said.

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at each other in bewilderment.

As a part-time development department manager, he is second only to the top leader in the subsidiary.

When did Zhang Wenhai become so kind, pushing Lin Zheng to the same level as him?

Chen Kexin also frowned, wondering what Zhang Wenhai was up to.

Lin Zheng looked puzzled, but he knew in his heart that it was definitely not a good thing for someone whose wife had slept with him to support him now.

However, he didn't respond, waiting for Zhang Wenhai to continue.

He wanted to see what new tricks Zhang Wenhai could come up with.

"Does everyone not support it?"

Zhang Wenhai glanced around and spoke again.

He supported Lin Zheng as manager with the intention of elevating Lin Zheng to a high position, only to then trample him to the ground.

Only in this way can his twisted psychology be satisfied.

The meeting room fell silent once again.

"Since no one has any objections, I hereby announce that Comrade Lin Zheng will be the manager of the Development Department."

Chen Kexin seemed to understand Zhang Wenhai's intention and responded accordingly.

Seeing the two of them working together in perfect harmony, Lin Zheng instantly understood what kind of agreement they had reached.

Lin Zheng's position was confirmed, and everyone else applauded.

People who don't usually have contact with Lin Zheng also came to congratulate him.

The department managers also reached out their hands, smiling and asking him to take good care of them.

Everyone knows that Lin Zheng's rise to power must be due to the support of someone behind him.

At this time, currying favor with Lin Zheng is undoubtedly paving the way for his future.

Lin Zheng understood what these people were up to, so he simply played along.

Zhang Wenhai watched quietly, inwardly sneering.

Seeing that it was almost time, Chen Kexin brought up the second topic of the meeting.

But what he said was all nonsense.

Should a self-examination and self-review be conducted, and a lighter punishment be given?

No one would be foolish enough to believe Chen Kexin's lies and expose her secret corruption.

Half an hour later, without exception, they all assured that they had no problems.

Chen Kexin's gaze fell on Lin Zheng.

"Comrade Lin Zheng, you are now the manager of the development department, you must reflect on your own actions."

"I hope you will take Zhang Wenshan's case as a warning."

"Secretary-General Chen, please rest assured, we will not engage in any corrupt practices."

"Manager Zhang, don't you think so?"

Lin Zheng turned his gaze to Zhang Wenhai beside him, and everyone could tell from his words that he was making veiled accusations.

Zhang Wenhai looked at Lin Zheng with a mocking expression.

"You wouldn't do something corrupt, would you?"

"I've heard that you killed someone to cover up a multi-million dollar project."

These words caused an uproar in the conference room.

To kill someone to cover it up is a serious matter.

Is Lin Zheng really that audacious?

Everyone instinctively took a step back, staring at Lin Zheng with horrified expressions.

"I heard?"

Lin Zheng remained calm and was just about to explain when the conference room door was pushed open.

The first to enter were the company's administrative staff, followed by prosecutors and police officers.

The administrative staff pointed to Lin Zheng.

"Officer, this is Lin Zheng."

Two police officers stepped forward and showed their identification.

"Lin Zheng, you are involved in a murder case."

"Now, come with us."