Chapter 640 - 638: Miss Sun, I Would Like to Ask for Your Help

Su Guoqiang, with a bitter smile tinged with helplessness and sorrow, slowly said to Su's mother:

"Mom, do you know what he did? Just let me help him."

Upon hearing this,

a trace of guilt flashed in Su's mother's eyes,

but it was soon replaced by fondness for her youngest son.

She spoke softly yet firmly:

"No matter what he has done, he is always your brother. As his elder brother, you should help him no matter what."

Upon hearing this, Su Guoqiang felt an indescribable despair and fatigue swelling within him.

He took a deep breath, trying to make his voice sound more steady:

"Mom, I have always remembered your words.

Since childhood, I have always remembered to be conciliatory towards my brother, to strive to be his support.

All these years, I've never had any complaints and have always tried my best to help him.

But do you know? Limitless help will only make him more dependent and unable to independently face hardships."

He paused, revealing unprecedented determination in his eyes:

"So this time, I cannot do it anymore. I must make him learn to bear responsibilities and face his own choices.

If, because of this decision, you feel that I am no longer fit to be his brother, then I am willing to accept it.

But please understand, I am doing this for his good and also for the good of our family. If in the future I cannot come home often, it will be because I need time to handle my own affairs."

After saying this, he forcefully shook off Su Jianqiang's hand,

and walked out without looking back.

However,

before he could step out the door, behind him came Su's mother's heart-wrenching cry,

like a lament in the cold wind, piercing through the night's silence.

"Guoqiang, how can you be so heartless?

As an elder brother, not extending a helping hand—isn't it pushing your brother onto a dead end, forcing him to take a path of no return?"

Su's mother's voice was filled with helplessness and despair,

each word like a heavy hammer, pounding on Su Guoqiang's heart,

making his steps falter slightly, but he ultimately steeled himself to continue on the path away from home.

The sound behind him grew fainter,

but Su Guoqiang knew that unless he thoroughly dispelled this notion,

they would not give up easily.

After careful contemplation, Su Guoqiang decided to be candid with Sun Yufei,

hoping to gain her understanding and help.

The next day, when Sun Yufei arrived, he spoke softly:

"Miss Sun, I have a tricky matter on which I'd like to solicit your advice."

Upon hearing this, curiosity flickered between Sun Yufei's brow:

"Oh? What matter is troubling you so?"

Su Guoqiang spoke straightforwardly:

"It's about my brother Su Jianqiang. He has recently been frequently asking me for President Xue's latest project plan, which I know is inappropriate, so I resolutely refused him.

However, he turned to my mother for help, putting me through daily torment from phone calls.

I am truly at my wits' end, and that's why I thought of seeking your help."

Sun Yufei seemingly tested him on purpose:

"Since you are so troubled, why not just give him the plan?"

Su Guoqiang's expression was steadfast, his tone indisputable:

"Miss Sun, I deeply understand the importance of loyalty, and would never betray President Xue, nor leak company secrets to anyone."

Sun Yufei smiled faintly, continuing to ask:

"If that's the case, why don't you simply refuse him?"

Su Guoqiang shook his head, his eyes revealing complex emotions:

"Miss Sun, the matter is far from simple. I came to you hoping you could lend me a hand."

"Oh? What help?" Sun Yufei inquired curiously.

Su Guoqiang took a deep breath, slowly said:

"I previously proposed my resignation to President Xue, but he graciously refused.

However, this general manager position at Qiangsheng is something I cannot occupy any longer.

I hope you can take over this position, and I am willing to step back and be an ordinary employee."

He paused, continuing:

"This way, I no longer have access to those sensitive documents, and Su Jianqiang can no longer use me to achieve his aims.

For me, this might be a kind of relief."

Sun Yufei quietly listened to Su Guoqiang's narration, reading the unmistakable determination and sincerity in his eyes.

However...

"This is not something I can decide."

Su Guoqiang quickly explained:

"I naturally understand this, but I believe that with your ability and position, you can surely speak a few good words for me in front of President Xue.

I am not trying to shirk responsibility, but merely hope to contribute my strength in a position that suits me better.

If you agree, I will immediately submit my resignation to President Xue."

Sun Yufei watched Su Guoqiang's reactions from beginning to end.

Sun Yufei looked silently at Su Guoqiang,

thinking that all her previous speculations about him,

vanished at this moment.

Simultaneously thinking: "The boss indeed is the boss. He is astute with people. If Su Guoqiang had issues, he wouldn't have been used long ago."

Sun Yufei said, "I'll give it a try. But if he disagrees, there's nothing I can do."

Su Guoqiang's eyes revealed gratitude: "Thank you for your understanding and support."

After deciding, the two went to Yonghui Supermarket together.

Upon knowing Su Guoqiang's decision, Xue Yang unexpectedly didn't ponder much.

Instead, he agreed with his idea.

For this, Su Guoqiang felt no dissatisfaction in his heart,

but instead, heaved a sigh of relief.

He truly didn't want, because of his own actions,

to cause President Xue to suffer economic loss again.

After Su Guoqiang left, a silence fell upon the office.

Sun Yufei, brows slightly furrowed, perplexedly asked Xue Yang:

"Boss, if that's the case, why not just let him resign? Why not outright?"

Upon hearing this, Xue Yang's lips curled into a meaningful smile,

his gaze profound and sharp, as if able to see the secrets deep within people's hearts.

"Yufei," he slowly began,

"Have you mastered Qiangsheng Printing Factory's operations, including every detail like the operation methods of those precision machines?"

Sun Yufei was stunned at the words and then shook her head,

her tone carrying a hint of uncertainty:

"Wha...what? I'm...I haven't fully grasped it yet."

Upon saying this, she unconsciously lowered her head, inwardly regretting not considering this aspect.

Seeing as such, Xue Yang chuckled softly,

within that smile showed both his leniency towards Sun Yufei,

and his expectation for her growth.

"Yufei, that's the reason I didn't directly let Su Guoqiang resign."

He continued,

"Crossing over from the computer field to the printing industry is not just a change in position, but an exploration and learning of a new field.

Su Guoqiang has been with Qiangsheng for years, his knowledge of here far exceeds what you and I can reach.

If rashly letting him leave, it might not only make the company lose a valuable resource,

but bring about unexpected difficulties during the transition."

"Furthermore," Xue Yang changed his tone, his gaze even more resolute,

"I believe that in the new position, Su Guoqiang can still play a valuable role, creating more benefits for the company."