CHAPTER 268: CHAPTER 268: SISTER BING, YOU’RE TOO CRAZY

Fu Bing called Ren Zhi and mentioned the matters concerning Xu Si and Shen Yao.

Ren Zhi said, "We’re short on all kinds of talent, but we also have a variety of positions where they can gain experience. As long as they’re willing, we can arrange their internships during the holidays. Besides, before they even graduate, the few of us collectively own over a dozen companies in various sectors. That’s more than enough for them to make their mark."

"I’m not worried about that," Fu Bing replied. "I wanted to ask for your advice on whether this approach is feasible."

Ren Zhi pondered for a moment. "Sister Bing, I’ve personally participated in student aid programs before, but my relationships with the students weren’t as close as yours with Xu Si and Shen Yao. To them, you’re more like a benchmark; they’re doing everything they can to reach your level."

"Your relationship with them isn’t just about student aid or cultivating future team members. They aren’t talents you can secure with a mere contract."

Upon hearing this, Fu Bing suddenly laughed. "I was worried that one day they might leave my team, taking countless business secrets with them, and how I would handle that. Listening to you has put my mind at ease."

Even if we genuinely can’t work together in the future, I should still have faith in their integrity. I can’t let potential uncertainties prematurely cut off future possibilities.

Ren Zhi, on the other hand, was bewildered by Fu Bing’s words.

"You’re already thinking of entrusting them with significant responsibilities! Sister Bing, you’re truly audacious!"

She had given many people chances and had been betrayed before. Yet, she could still trust those she chose to believe in. One had to admit, Fu Bing possessed a certain chivalrous spirit.

"With your years of experience working with Uncle Ren, give me some advice," Fu Bing requested. "How can I trust them while also ensuring the best protection for both parties if my worries materialize?"

Ren Zhi rested his chin on his hand. "I can tell you quite calmly: implement checks and balances. You can’t place all your trust in one person."

"I understand the theory, but I’m unsure how to implement it practically."

Ren Zhi scratched his cheek. "I haven’t put it into practice either. Why don’t you ask my uncle?"

"Thanks."

Fu Bing immediately called Ren Ye.

Ren Ye’s voice held a hint of laughter. "Can you two give me a break?"

"Is Ren Zhi with you?"

"Yes, and he’s on speakerphone."

Fu Bing felt a metaphorical dark line cross her forehead. "Mr. Xiaoren is just so innocent and adorable, haha."

Ren Ye’s laughter grew heartier. He said, "Decentralizing power is essential. With Xu Si and Shen Yao, you’re currently operating on goodwill and trust. You gave them ample respect before they even earned recognition from others. They will indeed dedicate their best time and energy to you, creating even greater value."

"Simultaneously, you cannot make insatiable demands on their value and future. You also need to be prepared for the possibility that they might step back after reaching a certain level."

"If it’s merely a quiet retirement, it won’t affect you significantly."

"Given your growth rate, they can’t surpass you. They won’t risk a hostile split with you."

"In other words, the problems you’re worried about won’t materialize!" Ren Ye declared with absolute certainty.

Ren Ye paused for a moment, then couldn’t help but add, "Xiaobing, you need to occasionally take stock of what you possess. Your personal net worth is already around fifty billion. In another two years, exceeding one hundred billion won’t be a problem."

"You have me, the Su Family, Lian Yingting, and especially Qin Jinhai supporting you. These connections bind us to you with ties far stronger than typical business partnerships. Do you really think you could fumble a royal flush?"

Fu Bing had an epiphany. I had overlooked these things.

"It’s not that you forgot; you’re constantly pushing forward, with no time to dwell on such matters. Personal relationships are more robust than formal business collaborations. You’ve cultivated many such relationships, and these are your enduring assets, difficult for others to snatch away."

Ren Ye never hesitated to praise Fu Bing. Fu Bing seemed to possess a natural charisma; people were simply drawn to follow her.

A great weight lifted from Fu Bing’s heart.

She had previously considered the composition of her core team and harbored anxieties about it. Acting, a skill she once excelled at, was something she no longer pursued. As for saving lives and treating illnesses, she barely practiced medicine anymore. Her strengths were now concealed within her rapidly expanding business empire, while her managerial shortcomings and deficiencies were becoming more evident. Her current method of fostering cohesion among core members involved granting them ample respect and autonomy, allowing their abilities and value to be maximized. This approach had its merits and demerits, and she wasn’t entirely confident about it.

The sudden appearance of Xiaomei’s family had caught her completely off guard. Xiaomei would eventually have people more important to her; she might gradually drift away from Fu Bing’s life for various reasons, forming new social circles. This incident served as a stark wake-up call, reminding her that the emotional bonds she had painstakingly built could slowly diminish over time.

As Fu Bing was lost in these thoughts, she heard Xiaomei’s voice from downstairs. Fu Bing went downstairs.

Xiaomei was gulping down water, beads of sweat covering her forehead.

"What happened?"

Xiaomei pouted, her tone laced with irritation. "It’s those people from the He Family! I already made it clear I rejected them, but they keep following me."

"Do you need my help?"

Xiaomei waved her hand. "I want to reject them myself. This is something I have to handle on my own. Otherwise, if I regret it later, I’ll just find an excuse to blame you, Sister."

Fu Bing hadn’t expected her own background and Xiaomei’s to be so similar.

"Do you want to acknowledge them?"

Xiaomei’s expression turned skeptical. "Although my memories of the past are vague, I do recall some things. My brothers didn’t like me, and neither did the women they married. They were wary of me, afraid I’d try to take their inheritance. When I went missing, the Sky Eye surveillance system was already widespread, yet they never found me."

"Whether they genuinely couldn’t find me or simply didn’t want to, they know the truth in their own hearts."

"If you hadn’t regained your standing, Sister, and if you hadn’t given me all your money, they most likely wouldn’t have come looking for me."

"I undoubtedly have my own worth, but it’s not enough to be significant in their eyes."

"They just want to use me to get close to you and the influential people connected to you."

Most of the time, Xiaomei behaved like a simple, naive child, reveling in the carefree innocence Fu Bing provided, compensating for all she had missed. However, this didn’t mean she was foolish or oblivious to the realities of her situation.

Fu Bing gently caressed Xiaomei’s cheek, which seemed a little thinner. "I can have someone investigate their circumstances back then. It might help resolve what’s weighing on your mind."

Xiaomei lowered her head in thought for a moment, then nodded emphatically.

"Investigate." Xiaomei beamed, a radiant smile lighting up her face. "But I want to do it myself. Sister, you can’t shoulder this for me. I’m grown up now. I’ll uncover my own past."

Fu Bing’s heart melted at her smile.

"Go for it, sweetie!"

Xiaomei hugged her sister’s waist tightly. "I will!"

Xiaomei ran off to find Wu Yue.

Wu Yue shot her a sidelong glance. "They came all the way to Jiangcheng, showing considerable sincerity. Can’t you just turn a blind eye? Do you really have to dig into the roots of it?"

"If I don’t get to the bottom of it, I won’t feel at ease."

Wu Yue looked resigned. "Fine, have it your way. Just don’t cry when you find out the truth, alright?"