Chapter 145: The Best Way to Make an Entrance

"Corporate oversight? What is that?"

"It refers to a security and discipline department for large enterprises. These individuals must be strictly professional. I intend to establish an oversight department with the highest level of authority."

"What, you still don't trust me?" Qin Yuelan rolled her eyes.

Zhang Tianfeng shook his head. He trusted Qin Yuelan; after all, he had already delegated the power to her. If she wanted to cause trouble, it wouldn't matter—he would always have a way to detect it beforehand.

What he didn't trust were the four men: Wang Tiancai and the others. Although he had orchestrated a scheme in Hong Kong to reel them in, the sales position was the easiest to corrupt. Once they came into contact with large sums of money, they would easily lose their way. They needed someone to keep them in check. Furthermore, as an enterprise grows, various problems are inevitable; establishing a sound and powerful oversight department could be considered a precautionary measure.

After receiving the requirements for the oversight personnel, Qin Yuelan left in a hurry. Morale at the Bole Employment Agency was currently unstable, and she needed to bring this news back to boost the spirits of those discouraged employees.

After sending everyone away, Zhang Tianfeng lay down on the bed. Shortly after, the sound of the door opening echoed. He didn't even need to look up to know it was Gao Ran. She was the only person who never knocked before entering.

"You arrived quite fast. I thought you wouldn't wake up until the afternoon."

"Big boss, is arranging work really that exhausting?"

"Exhausting. Heart-wrenchingly so."

"Then you're going to be even more exhausted soon."

"What are you trying to do!" Zhang Tianfeng sat up abruptly. He wondered if this woman was thinking about something else.

Gao Ran caught the double meaning in his words and blushed, spitting out a few words: "You're filthy and smelly; I wouldn't want to be with you."

"I came here to tell you important news. The Ma's Army has won at the Olympics. Provincial leaders called you, but they couldn't get through, so they called me instead. They want to meet you."

October 28th was a significant date because the world records set by the Ma's Army had all been recognized by the International Association of Athletics Federations. In this era, as the nation was just beginning to integrate with the international community, it naturally needed to make a mark in front of other countries.

For instance, the women's volleyball team, and the men's and women's table tennis teams—whenever they achieved success in international competitions, it was celebrated fervently across the country. The biggest success, however, was the Ma's Army, because they had broken the records in track and field events that foreigners had dominated for years. It was the best proof to the world that China also had exceptional athletes. Although the truth behind those record-breaking performances would eventually be exposed, it did not diminish the infinite glory the Ma's Army enjoyed during these years.

"Hey, Madman, I'm talking to you. Are you going to meet those leaders or not?"

"Of course I have to, but I'm thinking about what to say."

"What else is there to say? Just say you have a sharp eye for talent and spotted the potential of the Ma's Army early on," Gao Ran said with a smile.

When a person is successful, even if they claim their excrement is fragrant, others will have to pinch their noses and agree. Currently, the Lanfang Toy Factory was basking in infinite glory. With the Ma's Army as their brand ambassadors, they were a household name across the country, and their record-breaking 88.68 million USD in sales at the Canton Fair had shocked the domestic business community. Countless entrepreneurs wanted to meet Zhang Tianfeng to discuss business.

"No, I can't say that. I must find a way to distance myself from the Ma's Army as soon as possible."

"Are you crazy?" Gao Ran looked shocked. Zhang Tianfeng's Lanfang Toy Factory was a hot topic, but the center of attention was undoubtedly the Ma's Army. Today was just the beginning; the more people who knew about them, the higher the fervor surrounding the Ma's Army would be.

"Ranran, let me ask you a simple question. If someone who was suddenly no good suddenly becomes good, why do you think that is?"

"Either it's a final burst of energy before death, or they took some kind of miracle drug," Gao Ran replied without hesitation.

Zhang Tianfeng nodded. "The Ma's Army is exactly like that. Before Captain Ma took over as coach, the track team's performance was very poor. You studied science; you know that physical differences cannot be bridged by training alone." He naturally couldn't reveal the secrets he knew from his past life, so he had to do his best to guide Gao Ran. Whether she believed him or not didn't matter; he was the one making the decisions.

"You mean..." Gao Ran muttered for a moment, her face changing suddenly. She looked around nervously, and after confirming no one was there, she whispered, "Just say that in front of me; don't say it outside, or I won't be able to save you."

"You don't need to save me. I just hope you understand the decisions I make."

"To be honest, I really don't understand. If it's inconvenient for you to tell me the real reason, just do it. I will support you unconditionally."

Gao Ran smiled. "Actually, I kind of want you to go bankrupt so I can keep you as a kept man."

"Dream on. In this life, I'm the only one who can keep you. You keeping me is out of the question."

Zhang Tianfeng stood up and stretched. "Call them back for me. Tell them I'm handling matters in Shuangshen Village, and if they are in a hurry, they can come find me there."

Gao Ran was silent for a moment before picking up the phone to dial. Zhang Tianfeng also began preparing for his departure. This was the best way he could think of to establish his image as someone dedicated to poverty alleviation. Even if the factory were to be implicated later due to the Ma's Army incident, these two labels would serve as his protective amulet.

However, Zhang Tianfeng underestimated the leaders' determination to meet him. After Gao Ran finished the call, she said with a smile, "You're done for. The leaders have already set off. They'll probably arrive before we do."

There was truly no time to rest. Zhang Tianfeng ran into the bathroom and said, "Ranran, drive back now and help me get two sets of clothes—the tattered ones, the better."

After washing up, he took the Yun Tianhe family and began their return journey. Along the way, he bought many things. Even with two cars driving at full speed, they couldn't outrun the impatient leaders.

By noon the next day, they reached the final stretch of the road leading to Shuangshen Village. Seeing the vehicles already parked along the roadside, Zhang Tianfeng smiled helplessly. "They are truly impatient."

"Let's go. We'll take a shortcut and get back before they do."

"No rush. These items are our justification. Let's go slowly; give them some time to rest, and we can get our story straight."

"Huh? Our story?"

"Apologies, slip of the tongue. Let's align our lines."

Gao Ran rolled her eyes. This man was acting regardless of the occasion, though she wasn't sure who his audience was.

Half a day later, they finally arrived at Shuangshen Village. From a distance, they could see a group of people standing at the village entrance, and there seemed to be a commotion. Gao Ran listened for a moment, frowned, and asked, "Madman, what are they saying?"

"The villagers have mistaken those leaders for scammers and are refusing to let them into the village."

"What?"