NOVEL NEXT Chapter 285 Simulation: Chinese Rural Dog_2
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"It speaks of the process of human cultivation and is quite atmospheric, one could say it encapsulates the true essence of spiritual practice," Su Jie praised, then sighed, "If Zhang Sanfeng were born in this era, perhaps he could have achieved true transcendence. Alas, such a pity."
"Hehe!"
Zhang Hongqing chuckled, "If Zhang Sanfeng were born in today's world, I'm afraid he wouldn't be able to reach the achievements of his historical peak. The environment has a huge impact on a person, and in most cases, the majority of people have to make choices they dislike."
Su Jie also understood that if Zhang Sanfeng were truly born in this era, it would be unlikely for him to create the 'Hibernating Dragon Chant'.
Times create heroes, hardship reveals the true person.
"I've learned my lesson."
"You're more perceptive than I am, no need for my guidance," Zhang Hongqing waved his hand casually, "How about we go have lunch together later?"
"That would be troubling."
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Leaving the study, Zhang Manman gently closed the door and asked Su Jie, "How's my father?"
"Refined and cultured, full of literary grace, yet not rigid," Su Jie appraised. Chapter provided via M|V|L@EMPYR.
"Is that all?" Zhang Manman snorted in laughter.
"That's probably a front for me. In reality, he projects a hint of dominance. In everything he says and does, he brooks no disagreement. His mind, though broad, harbors a sense of superiority," Su Jie told the truth, stopping just short of accusing Zhang Manman's father of being a hypocrite to her face.
Unexpectedly, Zhang Manman nodded like a pecking chicken, "Apart from a bit of patience with me, he looks down on everyone else. That's how most presidents of large conglomerates are. Being approachable is unlikely unless someone is worth their closeness. After all, they are businessmen, not politicians."
No matter how much the law protects the rights of ordinary people, the moment they become eyesores, it's two words—fired!
Small companies may resort to unsavory tactics such as berating and nitpicking to push employees to quit, thus achieving the purpose of bringing in a new batch of fodder.
Because when employees leave on their own accord, as long as the wages are settled, there's no need for additional compensation.
But what about large corporations?
They fire directly.
Then they compensate according to regulations, whatever the amount is due.
When you have money, you can afford to be wilful.
Moreover, if they truly despise someone, the president of a large corporation can completely use various connections to ensure that person can't find a decent job.
Some companies will even drag things out legally, preferring to pay lawyers instead of the employees.
Why?
To kill the chicken to scare the monkeys! To have other employees too afraid to resist the company, too afraid to sue!
Suffice it to say, such companies can be compared to empires of the feudal eras, with the president as the emperor.
One word decides the fate of the nation!
Of course, such companies usually don't grow large; they are just minor players. A truly big and strong company would have more humane policies, and their methods of exploiting employees would involve material incentives rather than false promises.
Su Jie recalled that his sister Su Chen once explained such matters to him and couldn't help but sigh, "The revolution is far from success!"
Zhang Manman gave Su Jie a curious look but said nothing.
"Zhang Manman, you're back."
In the hallway, a man with a narrow face and protruding brow bones approached.
"Zhang Kaiyuan, what are you doing here?" Zhang Manman seemed to have no fondness for this man named Zhang Kaiyuan, and did not bother to hide her distaste.
"I have a message for your uncle," Zhang Kaiyuan sneered coldly, his narrow eyes landing on Su Jie, "Is this... your boyfriend?"
"Nice to meet you."
Su Jie responded without a smile, "Hello."
Stepping forward, Zhang Manman pushed Zhang Kaiyuan against the wall and said, "The hallway is too narrow, don't block the way."
These cousins didn't seem to have a good relationship.
Su Jie thought to himself.
"Su Jie, keep up!" Zhang Manman called back.
"Okay."
Su Jie didn't think much of it and followed Zhang Manman.
Behind them, Zhang Kaiyuan dusted off his clothes against the wall and touched the shoulder that Zhang Manman had pushed, his face grimacing with pain, "Has Zhang Manman improved that much? What level has her vitality reached?"
Above two?
He wasn't sure, but he could affirm that Zhang Manman's strength had already surpassed his...
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"Isn't the Zhang Group solely under your father's control?" Su Jie inquired.
"Of course not."
Zhang Manman replied calmly, "The Zhang Family is a large clan, and my father, as the eldest son with the means, took over the president's position. However, his other brothers also hold a certain level of shares."
"It's like having an emperor with many subjects, only each subject is thinking about how to rebel and become the emperor," she said with a look of disdain.
"The Zhang Kaiyuan we met earlier is the son of one of my deceased uncles. According to the family rules, he's under my father's care until he can fend for himself, since he's also blood-related."
"However, that little brat dreams of taking over my father's position, which is simply delusional," she scoffed.
Su Jie smiled slightly, "Ah, the intrigues of a large family."
Zhang Manman pouted, "Just enjoy it, though I do envy your carefree lifestyle. One eats his fill, and the whole family is not hungry — unlike me, who has to think about the future of the family."
"Let's not talk about that. I'll show you around here," she offered.
The villa was large, with not just the study and the living room, but also a meeting room, library, and a practice room.
Of these, Su Jie was more interested in the practice room and the library.
However, Su Jie also noticed that besides the servants hired to work there, the villa seemed to have no other members of the Zhang Family, feeling somewhat deserted.
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