Crossover: Pen name: Dazai Osamu, Omega Kasumigaoka

Haruko smiled and picked up the bowl, handing it to Kitahara Makoto:

"This is a stomach-soothing porridge I specially ordered for you this morning. You drank a bit too much last night, and this porridge will help relieve your stomach discomfort."

Kitahara Shin took the bowl and felt a warm current surge through his heart.

He looked down at the thick, smooth porridge in the bowl, the aroma of rice and the sweetness of red dates mingling together, making his mouth water.

Chapter 233 Morning Porridge

He gently blew on it, then sipped it slowly.

The porridge was at the perfect temperature, melting in your mouth with a subtle sweetness and the aroma of rice that filled your palate.

Every bite made him feel comfortable and satisfied, as if the discomfort in his stomach was slowly dissipating.

He looked up at Haruko with gratitude:

"Thank you, Haruko. This porridge is really great."

Haruko smiled and shook her head.

"You're welcome, we're friends. Besides, I hope you can take care of yourself and not drink so much anymore."

Kitahara Makoto nodded, his heart filled with gratitude. He knew that Haruko was not only a good friend, but also a thoughtful and considerate person.

The three sat around the bar, enjoying the beautiful morning.

Sunlight streamed in through the windows, illuminating the entire tavern.

After finishing breakfast, Kitahara Makoto put down his bowl, feeling the comfort in his stomach, and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

He stood up, bowed deeply to Haruko and Evelyn, and said sincerely:

"Haruko, Evelyn, thank you for taking care of me. This breakfast was really great, especially the stomach-soothing porridge, it made me feel much better."

Haruko responded with a smile:

"It's alright, Kitahara Makoto. I'm just glad you're okay. We're friends, it's only right that we take care of each other."

Evelyn nodded in agreement:

"Yes, Kitahara Makoto. You should go to the company quickly, don't be late. Come back at noon, we'll wait for you to have lunch together."

Kitahara Makoto bowed again in gratitude:

"Thank you for your understanding and support. I really have to go to the company now. See you at noon."

After saying that, he picked up his coat, slung his bag over his shoulder, and prepared to leave the tavern.

Before leaving, he looked back at Haruko and Evelyn, his eyes filled with gratitude and reluctance.

Kitahara Makoto got into the driver's seat, started the car, and slowly drove away from the bar.

As he drove along the road in the early morning, he felt particularly relaxed.

Sunlight streamed through the car window, bringing warmth and dispelling the gloom in his heart.

Recently, things at work have been giving him a real headache, with all sorts of pressure and trivial matters leaving him feeling exhausted.

However, the hangover from last night unexpectedly gave him a long-awaited sense of relaxation.

Although he felt a bit dizzy and disoriented when he woke up, he couldn't stop reminiscing about the carefree and detached feeling.

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He gently rolled down the car window, letting the breeze caress his face. Breathing in the fresh air, he felt increasingly relaxed and refreshed.

He began to imagine the challenges that lay ahead at work, but this time he felt no anxiety or unease, but rather confidence and determination.

He knew that life would always present various difficulties and challenges, but the important thing was how to face and overcome them.

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Last night's hangover allowed him to escape reality for a short time, but it also made him realize that relaxation and adjusting his mindset are equally important.

He decided to face future work challenges with a more positive attitude and no longer let pressure and trivial matters bother him.

As the vehicle continued its journey on the road, Kitahara Makoto's mood grew increasingly cheerful.

Kitahara Makoto drove his car slowly into the company's park, his mood initially relaxed and confident.

However, as the vehicle approached the company gate, he suddenly noticed a large crowd gathered ahead.

They were holding a conspicuous banner that read "NN is inhumane and unjust".

Kitahara Shin was startled, but he quickly calmed down and parked the vehicle steadily on the side of the road.

Chapter 234 Protest: NN Company's Unethical and Unjust Practices

He got out of the car and walked towards the group of people, wanting to find out the truth. However, before he could get close, he was stopped by security personnel at the company entrance.

"President Bei, please don't go over there, they are very agitated."

A security guard nervously blocked Kitahara Makoto's path and explained,

“These people are here to protest. They accuse NN of being unethical and immoral, but we are doing everything we can to prevent them from entering the company.”

Kitahara Makoto, nicknamed "380," avoided the commotion at the front door and instead quietly entered the company through the back door.

He walked briskly, a serious expression on his face, and immediately dialed his assistant Li Hua's number as soon as he entered the office.

"Li Hua, come to my office as soon as possible."

Kitahara Makoto's voice carried an undeniable seriousness.

Not long after, assistant Li Hua rushed over, his face also showing anxiety.

Seeing this, Kitahara Shin asked directly:

"What happened at the entrance? Why are so many people protesting?"

Li Hua took a deep breath and replied:

"President Kitahara, this situation arose yesterday after we announced the complete termination of our cooperation and acquisition with Alibaba Group."

“The protesters believe our decision is unjust and harms their interests.”

"The more specific reasons are still under investigation, but at present, the protest appears to have been initiated by some partners and shareholders."

Kitahara Makoto frowned upon hearing this.

He was well aware of the importance of the partnership with Alibaba Group to the company, but for the sake of the company's long-term development, he had to make this difficult decision.

However, he did not expect that this decision would trigger such strong protests.

"Immediately organize a team to investigate the reasons for this protest and the forces behind it."

Kitahara Makoto decisively gave the order.

"At the same time, we need to prepare a statement to explain our decision to the public and promise that we will actively address the issues that arise from it."

Li Hua nodded in agreement. She knew that this incident was a huge challenge for the company, but also an opportunity to demonstrate the company's crisis management capabilities.

She immediately sprang into action, following Kitahara Makoto's instructions.

After arranging his assistant Li Hua's work, Kitahara Makoto was just about to calmly consider how to properly handle the current protest situation when the phone on his desk rang urgently...

He glanced at the caller ID; it was Fan Daqin, the boss of Alibaba Group.

Kitahara Makoto frowned slightly, knowing in his heart that the content of this call would not be lighthearted.

He took a deep breath, adjusted his mindset, and then picked up the phone to answer it.

"Hello, Mr. Fan."

Kitahara Makoto's voice was calm and polite.

On the other end of the phone, Fan Daqin's voice sounded somewhat cold:

"Kitahara, I think you should know why I'm making this call."

Kitahara Shin nodded, maintaining a respectful attitude even though Fan Daqin couldn't see him.

"Mr. Fan, I know that our decision to terminate the cooperation and acquisition may cause some trouble for you and Alibaba Group."

"But please believe that this is for the long-term development of our company."

Fan Daqin's voice revealed dissatisfaction:

“I understand that every company has its own considerations, but your decision is far too sudden and hasty.”

"This has had a significant impact on our partnership and our reputation in the industry."

Kitahara Shin said in a deep voice:

Chapter 235 The Mastermind: Fan Dingzhen

"Mr. Fan, I fully understand your concerns. We are also actively addressing the potential consequences of this decision."

"We will release a statement as soon as possible to explain our position to the public and promise to properly handle any issues that arise from this."

Fan Daqin was silent for a moment on the other end of the phone, then said:

"Kitahara, I hope you can take this incident seriously and handle the follow-up matters properly."

"At the same time, I also hope that we can find better cooperation opportunities in the future."

Kitahara Makoto breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing this, knowing that Fan Daqin had not completely closed the door to cooperation.

He replied:

"Mr. Fan, thank you for your understanding and support. We will definitely take this matter seriously and strive to protect the interests of both parties. 24."

"At the same time, I also look forward to more opportunities for cooperation between us in the future."

After hanging up the phone, Kitahara Makoto fell into deep thought.

Soon after, the head of the legal department rushed in, his expression serious and solemn, clearly bringing an important work report.

"President Kitahara, there is an urgent matter I need to report to you."

The head of the legal department spoke in a deep but powerful voice.

Kitahara looked up at him, gesturing for him to sit down and speak slowly.

After the head of the legal department sat down, he took a deep breath and began his report:

"After an in-depth investigation by our legal department, we have made significant discoveries regarding the previous case of Manager Zhang from the finance department absconding with funds."

Kitahara Shin was startled. He immediately realized the seriousness of the matter and pressed for an answer:

"What discovery?"

The head of the legal department replied:

"We discovered that this incident was orchestrated by Fan Dingzhen, the son of Fan Daqin of Alibaba."

"He took advantage of his personal relationship with Manager Zhang to induce Manager Zhang to commit illegal acts and took the opportunity to transfer our company's funds."

Upon hearing this, Kitahara Makoto frowned, his heart churning with indescribable emotions.

He never expected that this incident would be so closely related to Alibaba Group, and he never expected that Fan Dingzhen would do such a thing.

Is there any conclusive evidence?

Kitahara Shin asked in a deep voice.

The head of the legal department nodded:

“We have obtained sufficient evidence, including their call records, transfer records, and Fan Dingzhen’s handwritten letter.”

Kitahara Makoto stood up, his hands clenched into fists, his eyes gleaming with determination.

He knew that this incident was not just a simple financial dispute, but also involved the reputation and credibility of the two companies.

He must take decisive measures to protect the company's interests and reputation.

"Organize this evidence immediately and prepare to prosecute Fan Dingzhen."

Kitahara Makoto decisively gave the order.

"At the same time, we contacted Alibaba Group, explained the situation to them, and asked them to provide a reasonable explanation and compensation."

Upon hearing this, the head of the legal department immediately nodded to indicate that he understood, and then quickly left the office.

Kitahara Makoto stood by the office window, his gaze falling through the glass onto the restless, protesting crowd below.

Their voices rose and fell, banners fluttered in the wind, and every word and every movement was like a sharp needle piercing his heart.