Peter Brown felt somewhat embarrassed about the redistribution of shares and simply let Phoenix Taylor negotiate on his behalf, which was essentially just discussions with the village community council. He decided to stay indoors, working on his talisman-making, and let them handle the situation.
Two days later, Phoenix Taylor found Peter.
In response to this competent woman, Peter asked, "Have things been settled?" Truth be told, he felt somewhat uneasy. The Flower Creek Group had already announced its establishment, yet they were now adjusting shares as if it were all a joke. He was worried that he might lose face and that the villagers might berate him.
But Phoenix smiled and said, "There really wasn’t much to negotiate. I asked the village chief to gather everyone, then I laid out the company’s development plans and explained your importance in all of it. Everyone has now agreed, and we can adjust the share content at any time. Honestly, the contract you all made had too many loopholes. Even if you didn’t execute it, it could still be done."
At that moment, Edward Martin and others arrived. After everyone settled down in the yard, Edward smiled, "After this adjustment, the company is bound to have a significant development period. Peter, just you wait and see, this company is bound to prosper!"
Peter was still concerned about the villagers’ opinions, so he asked, "What does everyone really think?"
Phoenix Taylor replied with a smile, "There were indeed a few stubborn ones who were stirring up trouble behind the scenes. But they’re not difficult to handle, all we need to do is exclude their land and not let them hold shares."
Quinn Walker, who was also sitting nearby, laughed, "Sister Phoenix is so capable. After she explained the company’s situation and implemented several measures, everyone has fallen into line. Even people talking behind our backs have stopped. Instead, they have now recognized that all this is thanks to you, Peter."
Peter Brown was left speechless and thought to himself, after all the work he had done, everyone should have seen it. Why are they only recognizing it now?
Phoenix Taylor smiled and said, "Sometimes, the best approach is a mix of kindness and authoritative power. CEO Wang, it’s good to be kind-hearted, but you only show kindness, no authority. Over time, people tend to forget your kindness!"
Mansell Thompson also chuckled, "That’s really the case. No matter how kind your heart is, you need to have authority. Haven’t you seen how religions always have one hand on the scripture and the other on a magic weapon? That’s exactly why a balance of kindness and power is essential!"
Peter shook his head and said, "Enough, I’m just a farmer, really. Perhaps I should go to university to learn more, and leave the company’s matters to Sister Phoenix. I hope you can make the company thrive."
At this point, Phoenix’s eyes sparkled as she said, "The more I learn about these products, the more confident I become. Rest assured, it would be a great pity if we limit the company’s products to the domestic market only. I will make sure to promote them around the globe. I plan to use the several hundred million we raised for investing shares to purchase equipment. I worry that it might still not be enough when we start production. As for the cultivation of medicinal herbs, I will extend it beyond this village and requisition land from other villages. Expanding cultivation is unavoidable. However, the cultivation techniques are said to be in your hands, CEO Wang, so you’ll need to guide us."
"Alright, you go ahead and do it."
Seeing Phoenix Taylor’s confidence, Peter didn’t want to interfere too much. After all, he knew his limits. He had been held back for three years, how much knowledge about management could he possibly learn? It was better to leave it to the professionals.
At this time, Raven Walter came in and said, "Peter, Phoenix really does have strong abilities. It wasn’t until after she came that everyone understood the direction for development. You need to listen to her opinions more."
Upon seeing his father’s praise for Phoenix Taylor, Peter shook his head, thinking to himself how this woman skillfully managed to win over his relatives so quickly.
"Dad, I’m worried that if we adjust the shares, people will start talking behind our backs."
Raven Walter responded, "You don’t really understand what’s going on in the village. Everyone understands the current situation. To be honest, everyone knows where they stand. If it weren’t for your help, we wouldn’t even be talking about development; we’d be struggling to put food on the table. Now, members of the village community council have unified their thoughts and know that the village’s development can’t happen without you. Why fear what people say behind you? As long as you always have everyone’s best interests at heart and always work towards helping everyone, you don’t need to care about these things."
At this point, Peter started reevaluating his father. He was really shocked at how enlightened his father seemed.
Looking at Phoenix Taylor, who was just revealing a hint of a smile, it became clear that those were her teachings.
No matter what though; even if this woman was meticulous in her scheming, in front of him, a cultivator, no one could really cause any harm.
Thinking about this, Peter felt completely relieved. He told Phoenix, "Tomorrow, let’s hold a meeting. I will personally announce the company’s restructuring plan."
Phoenix Taylor nodded and said, "Alright, after the meeting, I’ll start reorganizing the company immediately. I also need to recruit some management and sales talent. Many things need to get started soon, time waits for no one."
Raven Walter was very satisfied with this adjustment of shares. The fact that his son was increasing his shares was definitely good news. As he kept his approving gaze on Phoenix Taylor, he finally said, "I’ll go prepare dinner. You two continue talking." And then he left.
At this time, Phoenix Taylor started explaining her thoughts and plans to Peter.
Seeing Phoenix Taylor’s eagerness to get to work, Peter began to worry about her safety. He thought to himself how this woman was always running around and that he should offer her some protection. With this in mind, he pulled out a jade talisman and said, "Sister Phoenix, I want to give you this."
Phoenix Taylor was taken aback, she looked at the jade talisman, and then at Peter. Her face sterned, "I don’t accept gifts from others, take it back."
From her perspective, Peter giving her a pendant might be suggestive of some ulterior motives.
It was only then that Peter realized his impulsivity and was about to take back his gift.
At that point, Edward’s eyes lit up, and he grabbed the pendant, "Cousin, if you don’t want it, give it to me. I really need this."
Mansell Thompson was also staring at the pendant, "Miss Morris, sell it to me, I’ll offer ten million."
"Nonsense, you think you can get it for just ten million!" Briar Henderson couldn’t stand it.
They all knew that Peter wouldn’t give something away unless it was valuable. The item Peter gave out was definitely worth a fortune.
Phoenix Taylor was surprised. She glanced at Edward, and then at the pendant in his hand. Although she wasn’t clear about the situation, she was smart enough to realize that this item was not as simple as it seems. She grabbed the pendant from Edward and said, "Let me take a look first."
Seeing Mansell Thompson looking over at him, Peter didn’t think much of it. He simply gave each person a talisman.
Upon seeing the beautiful pendant, Quinn Walker flirtatiously said to Peter, "Thank you, Peter."