These female employees had long endured Liu Ming's harshness—his frequent deductions of bonuses and constant harassment—thanks largely to their rationality and consistent avoidance, which had prevented him from making any real gains. However, Liu Ming's practice of complying publicly while secretly advancing his own interests, often under the guise of company affairs, had now become unacceptable to the factory's rules and regulations. High Light immediately issued a clear directive: Liu Ming's position as General Manager is to be terminated right away. Additionally, through democratic voting among frontline staff, a suitable candidate will be recommended for the role of General Manager. The new General Manager was soon appointed. High Light, reviewing the voting results, was puzzled—why did everyone vote for the same person? The name was familiar. It was Xuebi! Was it really her? Yet, Xuebi had been on leave due to family matters and had not come to work today. High Light's phone rang—it was Deng, one of his three close friends, known as "Fat Pig": "Boss, here's good news and bad news. Which would you like to hear first?" "Highlighted chuckled, saying, 'You've got time to joke with me? I'll start with the bad news!' 'Boss, don't get angry! Here's the bad news—the U.S. stock market has plunged, and Longfeng Hall's overseas investments are now even more deeply stuck. The market is at its coldest point!' Before Dang the Fat Pig could finish, Yang the Slightly Ugly snatched the phone and reported to the boss with good news: 'Boss, don't listen to him. We believe you can turn things around. Let me share the good news instead!' As soon as he finished, the phone was taken over by Wu the Soft-Egg, who said, 'Boss, actually, it's not exactly good news—though we're really excited. There's a company in Hanshai that's on the brink of bankruptcy, and we can acquire it!' 'Which company? Tell me quickly!' Highlight asked. 'It's Mingxi Knit Factory! It used to be one of the top garment manufacturers in Hanshai!' Just as Wu finished speaking, Highlight interrupted, saying, 'Go investigate right away—what's the acquisition amount?' "Get clear and report immediately!" Under Highlight's instructions, the three close friends quickly got to work. After Highlight had carried out a comprehensive overhaul of my company, he departed. Highlight enjoyed walking on the streets, and had not breathed fresh air in his hometown for a long time. However, the greenery and environment of Hanshai City were truly impressive. While strolling, Highlight absorbed and converted energy, directly taking in and utilizing the fragrances released by the jasmine, rose, and other flowers along the roadside. He felt exceptionally at ease. "Clunk!" A sedan nearly collided with Highlight, and a person stepped out, shouting at him, "You're blind, aren't you? I'm going to crush you!" Highlight quickly raised his head, his eyes sharp and intense. He recognized the arrogant demeanor of Luo Qi, Zhou Chao's subordinate, and immediately replied, "Which dog is making all this noise? Be careful—I'll blind you!" This time, seeing it was Highlight himself, Luo Qi realized the man's strength. Oh my goodness—was it really him? He immediately felt weak in the knees, rushing to shout at an old man who had just passed by his car: "Don't go! Did you never see me coming?" The old man chuckled and replied, "Who are you talking about? Yourself, aren't you?" And then he walked away. Luo Qi was clearly a man who favored the strong and feared the weak—Gao Liang simply didn't regard Zhou Chao's three younger brothers, Luo Qi, Liu Qiang, and Wang Lei. Luo Qi managed a weak smile and bowed politely before walking off, immediately dialing Zhou Chao's phone: "Boss, Gao Liang's on the street now. What should we do?" "Don't provoke him! Our target is Sprite! Sprite! Do you understand?" Luo Qi nodded vigorously, saying, "Boss, this woman is no ordinary person! You're going to have good luck!" "Get yourself over to her house right away! Tell her that her company still has a chance!" Zhou Chao smiled oddly, and Luo Qi nodded vigorously in agreement. The scene shifted to Sprite's home, where her father, Pan Zhiyong, sighed deeply: "It's over!" My decades of efforts have been in vain! Daughter, my father can't give you a comfortable environment—your future path will have to be walked entirely on your own!""Mother Xuebi stared at Pan Zhiyong and said, "Stop saying bad luck—otherwise, we can always start over!" "Do you really think it's that easy? Our Mingxi Knit Factory has just been sealed by the government. We have no one above us to support us. First, they issued a notice for remedial measures; then, they ordered partial shutdown; later, they demanded bankruptcy! I've appealed to the municipal government on numerous occasions, but they insist this is policy-driven. There are too many knit factories in Hanshai City, and older enterprises—especially ours—must be restricted. Unless we develop competitive products!" Pan Zhiyong sighed, shook his head helplessly, and said, "It's tough! It's really tough!" "Father! I've been working at my Yuchengshen Industrial Company these past few days. However, I feel that if our company draws some lessons from their experience, we wouldn't have to suffer such a dire situation!" "Xuebi said, pulling out a work record. Pan Zhiyong took it and glanced at it, then said, 'Xuebi! You've actually joined our Yu Cheng Shen Industry Company! Well, that's good—this company offers excellent benefits. Since our company has gone bankrupt, you'll work there from now on!' Xuebi widened her eyes, holding her hands to her cheeks, saying, 'Dad! I have a new idea, though I'm not sure if it will come true. I'd like to merge and restructure with Yu Cheng Shen Industry Company! But, but... oh well, I'll just drop it!' 'Xuebi, is it that easy? Our company will be auctioned off tomorrow at the auction house! Oh!' Pan Zhiyong sighed deeply, expressing his deep disappointment. At that moment, someone from outside stepped in and said, 'It's easy! It's easy! As long as Miss Xuebi agrees, Mingxiang Knit Factory will be revived!' Pan Zhiyong, Xuebi, and their mother observed that it was Zhou Chao’s three younger brothers, Luo Qi, Liu Qiang, and Wang Lei, who had arrived. Xuebi didn’t recognize them and shook her head slightly. But Luo Qi stepped forward and said, “Madam Xuebi, our Lord Zhou has made a sincere effort. Tonight, at the Tian Shang Ren Jian restaurant on the Ruxue Street, he warmly invites you to join us and discuss the revival of Mingxi Knitwear Factory!” “Oh? Really? Really? That’s wonderful! That’s wonderful!” Pan Zhiyong’s eyes instantly brightened, as if he had found a bowl of water in the desert—hope for survival suddenly within reach. “We’ve met a valuable patron! We’ve met a valuable patron!” Xuebi’s mother beamed with delight. “Go with the whole family! Our young lord has been most courteous. Please, Madam Xuebi, please!” Wang Lei invited them warmly from outside. Yet inside, he was quietly thinking—haha, our senior brother has asked you all to go, but with certain conditions. Things will become clear when the time comes. Xuebi and her family drove to Tian-shang-Ren-jian Restaurant on the Road of Confucian Learning. Zhou Chao noticed Xuebi wearing a sky-blue dress, walking with a graceful sway—her figure elegant and poised. Especially striking were the two jade rabbits rising and falling gently in her chest, full and rounded, and her swaying hips, which subtly twisted and moved with each step.