Lei Jiade looked rather serious, his voice low and magnetic, with an undeniable persuasiveness.

"On behalf of the Thunderbird Group’s second-largest shareholder, Dr. Xu Xiangbei, and Mr. Lei Zhenrong, the largest shareholder, I request to convene a board meeting to select a new CEO. Let me tell you, President Zhao, before coming to your office, we’ve already met with several other shareholders, and they agreed to hold a board meeting tomorrow morning to elect Dr. Xu as the new CEO of the Thunderbird Group."

As soon as Lei Jiade said this, not only did Zhao Changheng’s face change, but Xu Xiangbei’s face changed as well.

His somewhat smug smile, tinged with evil, was instantly frozen on his face.

He blinked vigorously at Shen Congru, feeling very surprised about Lei Jiade announcing him as the CEO of Thunderbird Group.

Shen Congru remained calm, smiling as he savored the fragrant tea, pretending not to notice Xu Xiangbei glancing at him.

Squinting his eyes, Zhao Changheng suddenly stood up from the chair and glared at Lei Jiade, picking up a small cactus from the desk.

He sneered, "Lawyer Lei, do you really think I enjoy being the acting CEO of Thunderbird Group? What they don’t know is, as Lei Zhenrong’s spokesman, you should be quite aware that if the group loses me as a leader now, it’ll crumble like a scattered pile of sand."

Shen Congru and Lei Jiade both had somewhat somber expressions, while Xu Xiangbei mocked, "Old Zhao, you really flatter yourself too much. Without anyone, Earth will keep spinning. Are you saying that Thunderbird Group will collapse without you?"

Zhao Changheng glanced disdainfully at Xu Xiangbei and sneered, "What do you know? Do you really think owning thirty percent of the shares means you can control everything? Fine, I’ll let you be this acting CEO."

After saying that, Zhao Changheng strode out of the office, leaving behind a forceful sentence, "Hmph, I don’t care to be any acting CEO. Whoever wants it can have it, I’m done. Just watch how Thunderbird Group will fall apart."

After Zhao Changheng left the office, Xu Xiangbei jumped up in a panic, declaring to Lei Jiade, "I just wanted thirty percent of the shares, to drive away Zhao Changheng, and get my game back online. I never wanted to be any CEO."

Shen Congru and Lei Jiade exchanged a smile, a mysterious smile that made Xu Xiangbei feel trapped by them.

Lei Jiade smiled lightly, "Dr. Xu, you now have thirty percent of the company shares and are the second-largest shareholder. If you don’t become the CEO, even if Zhao Changheng doesn’t compete for the CEO position, it might fall on someone you dislike."

Xu Xiangbei asked doubtfully, "Who else would compete for the CEO position?"

Shen Congru interjected, "It could be Qin Daming. Zijin Real Estate also has shares in Thunderbird Group, similar to Zhao Changheng, with only around ten percent. He’s qualified to come forward as the acting CEO, and he might hate you even more than Zhao Changheng, making it still difficult to get your game back online."

Xu Xiangbei chuckled bitterly, "Isn’t this clearly forcing me into a difficult situation? I’m a doctor, not a professional manager. I might manage a restaurant, but I don’t know how to run such a large group company."

Shen Congru smiled with a hint of wickedness, "Right now, you don’t need to know how to run it; you just have to stand up and hold the front. Even if Thunderbird Group isn’t as it once was and stock prices are plunging, it’s still a company worth billions. Becoming the CEO of such a massive company is quite a prestigious matter, Dr. Xu."

Lei Jiade echoed, "Yes, with your status as the CEO of Thunderbird Company, which girl wouldn’t be drawn to you? Making you the CEO is also my uncle’s wish, so just accept it and sign the appointment document."

Lei Jiade seemed well-prepared and handed another document to Xu Xiangbei.

Shen Congru applauded and congratulated Xu Xiangbei in advance, "Congratulations to Dr. Xu on becoming the CEO of Thunderbird Company. Our Earth-Sea Business Community now has a new young talent."

"Indeed, how many young people would envy you, and how many beauties would go crazy for you?"

"I believe Dr. Xu has enough ability to lead Thunderbird Group and become a new leader in the business sector." 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

Xu Xiangbei was stirred up by their encouraging words, feeling genuinely tempted.

He had initially come to Earth Sea to accompany Gu Xinyan, but unexpectedly became the CEO of a major group company, which was an unbelievable turn of events for him.

He felt as if he was riding on clouds, everything seeming somewhat surreal.

He asked Shen Congru and Lei Jiade with an irresistible excitement, "Can I really be the CEO of Thunderbird Company?"

Lei Jiade replied confidently, "Of course, the position of CEO at Thunderbird Group is not suitable for Zhao Changheng; only you, Xu Xiangbei, can do it."

Xu Xiangbei gritted his teeth, "Fine, I’ll sign, being the CEO is just what it is, I’ll do it."

Xu Xiangbei picked up the ink pen, signing his name on the document that still emitted the fresh scent of ink. Before signing, he quickly skimmed the document, but its wording was obscure and difficult to understand, filled with legal jargon only a lawyer could comprehend.

After Xu Xiangbei signed the appointment letter, Lei Jiade and Shen Congru applauded to cheer him on, while the beautiful secretary who had been quietly watching came over quickly with a smile, offering Xu Xiangbei a cup of fragrant, rich Longjing tea.

Enjoying the aromatic green tea, Xu Xiangbei also laughed, "I said this tea is so good, I’ll be drinking it often in the future, Zhao Changheng won’t get to enjoy it."

Lei Jiade wore a relaxed expression of victory, gently patting Xu Xiangbei’s shoulder with a hint of a wicked smile, "Dr. Xu, oh no, President Xu, we’ll be working closely together in the future. There will be a board meeting and senior management meeting at nine tomorrow morning; President Xu must attend on time. Monica, be sure to call President Xu tomorrow to remind him. You’re his secretary, you must take responsibility. I’m heading back now, wishing President Xu success in his career and best wishes for your grand opening. President Xu, let me offer a word of advice: starting as a CEO, you’ll certainly find it unfamiliar initially, but you must have patience, persistence, and endurance. Remember, the word ’endure’ has a blade above the heart; enduring brings calm, so the skies open wide. I believe as long as you endure, you will certainly succeed."

Seeing Lei Jiade about to leave, Shen Congru’s eyes shifted, and he smiled, "Then I’ll be going too. President Xu, familiarize yourself with the environment first, and let Monica brief you on some matters of Thunderbird Company in preparation for tomorrow’s meeting. Goodbye."

"Thank you, Lawyer Lei and Young Master Shen, for your blessings. I won’t see you off then. Goodbye."