"Yes, the meaning of the flyer is very clear; it's meant to make everyone think that way! Since people believe our company's clothing is made from substandard materials, who would dare to buy it? Your company uses qualified fabric, so everyone goes to buy from you! That's the reason for the increase in your company's brand clothing sales."
"Then doesn't that mean your company's clothing won't sell?"
"Yes. But now the problem has been resolved. I called you today to confirm whether the flyer was made by your company."
Gao Tianqi shook his head, "I really don't know. Based on what you've said, it logically seems like it was done by our company. Wouldn't Director Jiang suspect me?"
"Don't you deserve suspicion? What reason do you have to clear your name?"
"I..." Gao Tianqi couldn't find a reason, "How about this, Director Jiang! I'll help you investigate; how does that sound?"
Jiang Chen nodded, "Sure, as long as you find out who actually made the flyer, won't that clear your suspicion?"
With Jiang Chen saying this, Gao Tianqi had no choice but to agree. He was indeed curious. Since he didn't do it himself, it must have been arranged by the General Manager. Why would the General Manager keep this from him? Did he know that he had pledged allegiance to Jiang Chen?
But that time he pledged allegiance to Jiang Chen, it was essentially saving the General Manager's life. The General Manager should be grateful to Jiang Chen, so why would he target him instead?
What if it was his own General Manager? Jiang Chen couldn't afford to offend him, but he also couldn't help him deal with his own General Manager, right?
"Director Jiang, if it was our General Manager or someone he sent, what do you plan to do?"
"Of course, I would deal with him!" Jiang Chen casually stated his thoughts.
"Deal with him? Director Jiang, that may make you feel better, but what about me? Wouldn't I become your accomplice?" Gao Tianqi was afraid of this.
Jiang Chen thought about it and agreed, "Mr. Gao, then what do you suggest we do? Do you want me to help you get rid of the General Manager so you can take his place?"
"If you do that, wouldn't you be just like the Wan's Group? I still hope for a peaceful resolution." Gao Tianqi wasn't sure if he was speaking sincerely.
"Let's see how things go!" Jiang Chen actually didn't like violence either. It would be best if they could resolve it peacefully.
After leaving the hotel, Jiang Chen and Gao Tianqi went their separate ways.
Gao Tianqi decided to talk directly with the General Manager. The next day at work, he went to the General Manager's office.
"Mr. Chen, I've noticed that our company's sales have improved a lot recently; have we implemented some marketing strategies?"
"Of course. How could there be an increase in performance without any strategies?"
"Oh, then can you share a bit with me, Mr. Chen?"
Mr. Chen smiled. "Uncle Gao, I can't intentionally hide this from you! It's just that these strategies are somewhat beneath the surface; the fewer people who know about them, the better! That's why I didn't tell you! I had someone print two flyers..."
"Oh, so that's how it is! Mr. Chen, but the Chairman of Dongsheng Group, Jiang Chen, is not someone easy to deal with!" After confirming that his own General Manager was behind this mischief, Gao Tianqi began to think about how to resolve things peacefully. Of course, Gao Tianqi thought he was only stirring up this one matter.
Mr. Chen nodded. "This kid is impressive! All the moves I used were countered by him. Fortunately, he doesn't know it was me pulling the strings behind the scenes. Otherwise, I really don't know what he would do to me!"
It seemed he had a bit of an understanding of Jiang Chen's capabilities now! That made things easier to discuss.
"Jiang Chen is probably starting to investigate who is behind this. Once he finds out, he will likely retaliate. Mr. Chen, the clothing production and sales of Dongsheng Group haven't been affected, right? If that's the case, I think Jiang Chen won't retaliate too harshly. If we can turn hostility into friendship, that would be even better!"
"Hehe, Uncle Gao, you think too highly of him! Does Jiang Chen really have such a magnanimous nature?"
"Mr. Chen, what if you take the initiative to apologize to Jiang Chen? I can help set up a meeting for you two to have a drink together and get acquainted. Then you can explain that this was all a misunderstanding, and everyone can smile and let it go, right?"
"Uncle Gao, are you familiar with Jiang Chen? I've met him once; we can say we know each other. But if you're treating, then that's fine!"
Gao Tianqi was surprised that his general manager knew Jiang Chen. "Oh, you know Jiang Chen? My useless son went to school with Director Jiang; I've had some dealings with Director Jiang but wouldn't say we're familiar. Since Mr. Chen thinks I can treat, then it's settled! I'll invite you tomorrow night!"
The next evening, Jiang Chen arrived at Chamber of Commerce Grand Hotel's private room 206.
"Mr. Chen, you're the general manager of Fortune Clothing?" Jiang Chen was taken aback.
"Yes! Who did Director Jiang think it was?" Chen Can replied with a smile.
"Since we know each other, no need for introductions! Director Jiang, please have a seat!" Gao Tianqi pretended to be surprised as well.
Jiang Chen sat down. "Yes, Mr. Chen is a classmate of my last homeroom teacher from senior year; I met him during the teacher's birthday celebration here last time. Mr. Gao, I truly didn't know your general manager was so young. You never mentioned it!"
"Younger? No one is younger than you, Director Jiang! How could I dare to mention youth in front of you! Uncle Gao, right? Besides, I'm also riding on the old man's coattails!" This time, Chen Can appeared somewhat more modest than before.
Gao Tianqi responded: "Yes, our Mr. Chen is talented and young; I often mention him to others, but in front of Director Jiang, I feel embarrassed to bring up such matters. You both are accomplished young men; I'm honored to have you both here today! Now that the food and drinks are served, let's raise our glasses for a toast!"
The three glasses clinked together.
"Mr. Gao, you didn't invite me here just for drinks today, did you?" After a few drinks, Jiang Chen hoped to get down to business. Although he knew what it was about, he pretended not to know and wouldn’t reveal what he had discussed with Gao Tianqi previously.
"Oh, Mr. Chen has something to discuss with you!" Gao Tianqi understood the situation well.
Jiang Chen looked at Chen Can; seeing this, Chen Can raised his glass towards Jiang Chen and said: "Director Jiang, let me toast you first before we talk business!"
Jiang Chen accepted the toast but continued to watch him closely for what he would say next.
"Director Jiang, regarding the flyers issue—it was my misunderstanding. I didn't know Dongsheng Group was your company when I planned this! Fortunately, it didn't cause any major impact on Dongsheng Group. However, my motives at that time were not quite right. So I hope Director Jiang can forgive me!"
"Mr. Chen is being too polite! I think your motives were quite right! Boosting your own product sales while suppressing the competition—this is just normal business warfare, isn't it? What's wrong with that?"
With this statement from Jiang Chen, Chen Can became somewhat confused about his meaning.
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