A carefree soldier king in the city

Chapter 82 Guan Yunfei's Request

"Then it's settled. You'll go directly to headquarters next month. As for your position, I'll arrange that for you then," Chao Bufan said, nodding.

Guan Yunfei was overjoyed: "Yes, Chairman."

Chao Bufan's actions were not without purpose. The current key figures in the Tang Group were mostly young people, prone to acting impulsively. He didn't want the Tang Group to fall into disarray under his leadership, as that would damage his reputation, something he desperately wanted to avoid. After reviewing some information about the branch office yesterday, he felt that Guan Yunfei was an invaluable talent. Having such a strategist and decisive leader by his side would be a great help. Therefore, he decided to transfer Guan Yunfei to headquarters, and even had his position already decided.

Chao Bufan glanced at the others and, seeing their excited and expectant eyes, smiled faintly and said, "Don't just be envious. Every one of you here has plenty of opportunities to work at headquarters. Of course, the prerequisite is that you perform exceptionally well. So, I hope that everyone here will work hard and strive to be the next one to be transferred to headquarters."

Upon hearing this, everyone was both excited and delighted: "Yes, Chairman."

After the meal, Chao Bufan told Guan Yunfei to go back to rest with the company staff. Guan Yunfei had already arranged accommodations for him and Lü Tie at a five-star hotel, so they went back to the hotel to rest as well.

Upon arriving at the hotel, Lü Tie tossed his clothes and luggage into his room and then went to Chao Bufan's room. After the four bodyguards had taken turns eating, they resumed their duties. Coincidentally, Lü Tie's and Chao Bufan's rooms were directly opposite each other, separated only by a passageway about two meters wide. Therefore, two of the four bodyguards stood at Lü Tie's door, and two stood at Chao Bufan's door.

“Bu Fan, I won’t attend the afternoon meeting. I’ll go directly to the finance department to take a look,” Lü Tie said.

"Alright, then you can go to the finance department. I'll go check on things after the meeting if I have time," Chao Bufan replied.

Suddenly, Wei Zongyi knocked on the door and walked in, saying respectfully, "Boss, Manager Guan is here."

Upon hearing this, Chao Bufan quickly said, "Let him in!"

Immediately, Guan Yunfei walked in with a smile. Chao Bufan and Lü Tie stood up at the same time, and Chao Bufan asked, "Manager Guan, why aren't you going back to rest?"

Guan Yunfei smiled and said, "I've never had the habit of taking a lunch break. Chairman, Director, I hope I didn't disturb your rest?"

Chao Bufan and Lü Tie both shook their heads and smiled. Chao Bufan said, "Not at all, Manager Guan, please have a seat!"

"Thank you, Chairman!"

Guan Yunfei sat down, but then tried to stand up. He slightly raised his body, just as he was about to leave the stool, but then sat down again, looking as if he wanted to say something but couldn't.

It was clear that Manager Guan seemed to have something difficult to say. Seeing this, Chao Bufan smiled slightly and said, "Manager Guan, there are no outsiders here, so please feel free to speak your mind."

"Chairman, I..." Manager Guan stammered, unable to get the words out.

Chao Bufan smiled faintly and said, "Manager Guan, our branch office has been established for twelve years, right?"

Guan Yunfei nodded and said, "Yes, Chairman, it has been exactly twelve years as of today."

Chao Bufan nodded and said, "Manager Guan, I know what you mean even if you don't say it. You veteran employees have been working diligently for Tang's Group for more than ten years, and there's nothing wrong with that. The reason for transferring you to headquarters this time is simply to allow your talents and management abilities to be fully utilized. Of course, this is also Chairman Tang's intention."

Upon hearing this, Guan Yunfei smiled slightly and said, "Chairman, this is what we should do. When I was desperate, it was Chairman Tang who extended a helping hand. He gave me hope and a future. At that time, I secretly made up my mind to repay the Tang Group properly."

Chao Bufan nodded in undeniable agreement and said, "I heard that since you were transferred here, you've been working tirelessly for the company for the past twelve years. You've only been home twice so far, dedicating all your time to the Tang Group, right?"

Upon hearing this, Lü Tie was immediately taken aback. He thought to himself, "It's rare to find such a loyal person in the world." At the same time, Lü Tie secretly admired Manager Guan in front of him.

"Tang Group is like a second home to me! Since it's home, I naturally spend most of my time here. Chairman, I've come to see you for no other reason than to ask you to grant me a request," Manager Guan said sincerely.

Upon hearing this, Chao Bufan nodded: "Please speak!"

Guan Yunfei pondered for a moment, then said, "I know why Chairman Tang transferred me to headquarters, but I don't want to retire so soon. I want to do my part for the Tang Group while I'm still alive and able to move around. I hope the chairman can grant my request."

Upon hearing this, not only Chao Bufan but also Lü Tie were slightly surprised. Chao Bufan smiled and said, "It is because of the silent contributions of veteran employees like you that the company is where it is today. Now that Chairman Tang, Chairman Chu, and several other veteran employees have retired, the company will provide them with all the benefits they are entitled to."

Guan Yunfei said urgently, "Chairman, you misunderstand. I'm not talking about benefits. I really hope to work for a few more years while I can still move around."

Chao Bufan stopped and said, "Manager Guan, I understand what you mean. The reason we're transferring you to headquarters this time isn't actually because of your retirement. I can tell you clearly that as long as you don't mention retirement, Tang's Group will never actively fire you. The main reason for transferring you here is that headquarters really needs you. As you know, Chairman Tang and the others have already retired and no longer concern themselves with anything related to Tang's Group; plus, Mr. Tang and I are still very young, and I need no introduction. I'm worried about potential problems in the company, so we decided to transfer you because I need your help." Chao Bufan sincerely expressed his thoughts.

Upon hearing this, Guan Yunfei was immediately moved to tears. He quickly wiped away his tears and said excitedly, "Chairman, thank you! I am relieved to hear you say that. Rest assured, I, Guan Yunfei, will do my best to serve the Tang Group."