157: 157. Meet an acquaintance again

The remaining people in the conference room looked at Yu Tianxiong with some fear, wondering how he would handle things next.

Yu Tianxiong said calmly, "From now on, the company will undergo a rectification. All projects and contracts related to the Li Family will be suspended. The era of Tengfei Mining is over. Moving forward, the company will officially be renamed 'Tingfeng Mining,' and its core business will be to serve Tingfeng Energy, fully dedicated to supplying Tingfeng Energy with raw materials, with all resources prioritized towards it."

Hearing this, everyone present showed some surprise.

Because Tingfeng Energy had only just started to emerge domestically, those far abroad were not very clear about it, but since the boss said so, it was clear that this company must also be related to him.

He issued an ultimatum: "I'm giving you three hours to consider. Those willing to stay and develop with the company's new strategy are welcome. Those who feel they cannot adapt or have other plans can go to the finance department now to settle their severance pay. Let's part on good terms."

After speaking, Yu Tianxiong did not spare them another glance, turning to leave the conference room, leaving behind a room full of executives with various thoughts, looking at each other and discussing in low voices.

Yu Tianxiong walked through the familiar corridor and arrived at the door of the largest office with the best view at the end.

This used to be his office, later occupied by Li Wanrong.

Pushing the door open, the interior decoration had changed dramatically, becoming even more luxurious. However, it was clear that Li Wanrong rarely came here since seizing power, as the bookshelves were covered in dust.

Yu Tianxiong stood by the office's floor-to-ceiling window, looking at the familiar chaotic city outside, feeling a bit emotional.

He was back again... He took out his phone and dialed a number. Before he could speak, Lu Feng's voice came from the other end: "Is it done?"

Yu Tianxiong immediately composed himself and respectfully replied, "Yes, sir. The internal cleanup has been initially completed. I believe that after weighing their options, most capable key personnel will choose to stay and complete the company's transformation."

Lu Feng chuckled, "It seems that Tingfeng Energy's weakest upstream supply chain link has also been completely opened up."

Yu Tianxiong was filled with admiration and sincerely said, "Sir is brilliant."

He still found it somewhat unbelievable. Could it be that from the very beginning of designing the new solid-state battery, Sir had already started placing pieces on the global chessboard? Guiding it step by step, drawing multiple forces into the vortex, and finally, using the gunshot from Li Fang's hired assassins, broke the old order and completed this astonishing reshuffle and integration?!

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but gasp.

Hiss, hiss, hiss... Such a grand plan, it's simply miraculous!

Yu Tianxiong continued to report: "Sir, I will communicate with Han Mingli of Juli shortly. Their OEM production lines will then operate at full capacity, prioritizing the production of our batteries. The astronomical number of accumulated orders will soon enter theDigestion phase, and I believe they can be delivered on time, quelling external doubts."

He paused, then said, "However, Sir, there is still one outstanding issue. Tengfei Mining... oh no, Tingfeng Mining is currently still tied up by the huge deposit for that Jialan mine in the Fei Country. That's a considerable amount of capital..."

Lu Feng interrupted, "Don't worry about that. Although that mine was a trap to ensnare the Li Family, for us, it's also a rare metal mine that cannot be abandoned. I will resolve this matter."

As Lu Feng spoke, the corners of his mouth curved slightly. He found that he seemed to somewhat like the environment outside the country, which was not bound by too many rules. Here, many problems could be solved in a more direct and efficient way, without the heavy considerations as in the domestic context.

Although Yu Tianxiong was not clear about Lu Feng's specific method for solving the mine issue in Africa, a region with a chaotic political situation, he had absolute confidence in Lu Feng and was not worried at all.

Just then, there was a soft knock on the office door. The frightened receptionist from before timidly poked her head in and whispered, "Boss... outside... someone wants to see you. They say... they were sent by the General..."

Lu Feng, on the other end of the phone, clearly heard the commotion and chuckled softly: "Heh, they're quite fast. Old Yu, the upcoming negotiations are up to you. Handle them appropriately. The sooner things are settled here, the sooner we can return home. I only took two days off this time; I can't skip class for too long."

"Understood, Sir. You can rest assured," Yu Tianxiong respectfully replied, then hung up the phone and instructed the receptionist, "Please show the guests in."

...After hanging up the phone, Lu Feng stretched, took an opened coconut from a street vendor in the tourist district, and took a satisfying sip, feeling incredibly comfortable.

"Lao Tian, Engineer Lei, would you two like one too? It tastes good," Lu Feng asked with a smile to Tian Peng and Engineer Lei, who were following behind him.

Tian Peng and Engineer Lei both shook their heads, their expressions still cautious.

If they were back home, they might relax a bit, but in the chaotic Golden Triangle, even in the so-called tourist area, they dared not be careless in the slightest. They had to remain focused at all times to ensure Lu Feng's absolute safety.

The market was bustling with many tourists of various skin colors. Lu Feng, sipping his coconut water, casually strolled around, enjoying the exotic atmosphere.

Suddenly, his gaze was drawn to two furtive figures not far away.

The two were dressed in common local cheap clothes, blending into the crowd of tourists, but their eyes constantly scanned the backpacks and pockets of visitors. They skillfully approached their targets, clearly preparing to steal.

Lu Feng looked closely and was amused.

These two were none other than Xu Jianfang and Xu Wenjie, father and son, whom he hadn't seen in a long time but had a deep history with!

Lu Feng spoke directly, with a hint of teasing: "Oh, isn't this CEO Xu and Young CEO Xu? What, has the family business expanded to the Golden Triangle? Are you... starting a pickpocketing venture here?"

Xu Jianfang and Xu Wenjie were fully concentrated and were startled by the sudden familiar voice!

They abruptly turned around and saw Lu Feng, and instantly, flames erupted in the hearts of the father and son! New and old grudges surged together!

"It's you!! Lu Feng!!" Xu Jianfang gnashed his teeth, almost spitting out the name.

At this moment, they no longer had the arrogant and extravagant appearance of the Jiangcheng wealthy young masters they once were. Their clothes were tattered, their faces greasy, and their bodies exuded a sour smell, making them completely unremarkable in a crowd.

If Lu Feng hadn't had such a good memory, he might not have recognized this father and son, who had fallen so far.

Anger clouded their minds. They no longer cared about stealing and turned to pounce on Lu Feng, baring their fangs and claws, wishing they could devour him alive!

Lu Feng didn't even need to act. Tian Peng and Engineer Lei stepped forward, one for each, easily grabbing the collars of the Xu Family father and son, lifting them like little chickens. No matter how much they struggled, it was futile.

This scene also attracted the attention of passersby. At first, some people thought they were bullying the poor and pointed fingers. That was until Tian Peng and Engineer Lei unceremoniously lifted Xu Jianfang and his son upside down and shook them vigorously.

"Clink, clank... plop..."

A large pile of items fell from their bodies: various models of mobile phones, wallets, and even jewelry!

The surrounding crowd immediately erupted in an uproar!

"Holy cow! They're thieves!"

"My phone! That's my phone! No wonder I couldn't find it!"

"And my wallet! Damn it! I almost got scammed by them!"

"Call the police! Catch the thieves!!"

The crowd was furious, and the sympathy they had felt moments ago vanished instantly.

Exposed in public, Xu Jianfang was filled with shame and anger, roaring at Lu Feng, "Lu Feng! Haven't you harmed us, father and son, enough to make us fall to this state?! What else do you want?!"

Lu Feng put away his smile and said seriously, "Xu Jianfang, let's be clear. No one harmed you; it was your own crooked hearts, insatiable greed, and wrong choices that led you to this outcome today. If you fall, you can't blame others."

Xu Wenjie, hearing these words and seeing the disdainful looks from the surrounding people and the stolen goods on the ground, finally had his tightly wound nerves completely snap!

He was once an infinitely glorious rich second generation, a high-achieving finance graduate from abroad, but now he had to rely on being a pickpocket to barely survive! The huge psychological gap and sense of humiliation overwhelmed him.

He could no longer hold back and burst into tears, his voice filled with despair: "I don't want this anymore... I don't want to live like this anymore... I don't want to live like this anymore... Arrest me! Please, take me away!!"

"Shut up! You good-for-nothing!!" Xu Jianfang cursed, seeing his son's state, disappointed that he couldn't be stronger.

"I have a Master's in Finance... How can I be a pickpocket in a place like this... Dad! I've had enough! I've really had enough!!"

Looking at the Xu Family father and son surrounded by the crowd, Lu Feng shook his head and turned to leave.

Someone had already called the police, and there was currently a group of Xia Country police investigating Lord Han's matter in the Golden Triangle. Encountering such international fugitives would just be a convenient arrest...