I Have 10 Trillion Dollars only Usable For Simping Chapter 2232 - 1423: Execution After Autumn

Business is business, and life remains life.

Individuals with outstanding accomplishments always draw a clear line between them.

Does Shi Qianxi, as Jinhai's second-generation leader, qualify as a success?

The response is undoubtedly yes.

Simply relying on family background?

Were that true, Shi Zhenhua wouldn't have stepped down so soon. Plus, plenty of major corporations opt for hired executives over handing reins to offspring.

Launching a venture is truly challenging.

Yet for an inheritor, the burden often weighs even heavier.

Even amid smooth progress, Director Shi refrained from sneaking off for a private victory bash.

Instead, she stuck by her team, anticipating the peak of victory.

Based on negotiation progress, Jinhai's crew figured the wait would be brief—no more than three or four days—yet a full week elapsed without word from authorities.

This is Beijing after all.

Is their pace truly that sluggish?

Merely kidding.

Still, the oddly prolonged delay has sparked restlessness in Jinhai's Beijing negotiation squad.

Not only the underlings.

Shi Qianxi herself began sensing discomfort; deals were sealed, so why the holdup on drafting the contract?

"Director Shi, perhaps you should ring District Chief Chen yourself to get the real scoop? District office replies stay vague—'stay patient, it's coming soon'—but five days have dragged by."

Team sentiments shifted from suspicion to worry, bordering on paranoia.

For boosting spirits and clarifying matters, Shi Qianxi opted against further delay, dialing District Chief Chen, key figure in this major public-private partnership.

Moments later, the line clicked through.

Hotel room fell utterly quiet.

"District Chief Chen, Shi Qianxi speaking."

"Apologies, Director Shi, for the wait."

Shi Qianxi had tangled with bureaucrats before, grasping their tactics; endless chit-chat could stretch forever sans core issues.

Naturally.

Hyperbole, that is.

Her counterpart wasn't some low-rank with endless leisure.

Thus, conserving effort mutually, Shi Qianxi cut direct: "District Chief Chen, could you share when the contract might wrap up? Any snag? Jinhai stands ready to fix issues collaboratively."

Polite yet firm.

"Director Shi, truth is, I've meant to reach you. We need to hold you up longer."

A real hitch?

Face unchanging, Shi Qianxi pressed steadily, "District Chief Chen, what's occurred?"

Opposite end coughed—not throat irritation, but reluctance to reveal.

At such ranks, directives stay confidential usually, yet Jinhai's no petty outfit, so post-cough pause, words emerged via speaker.

"...On that land parcel's intended purpose, fresh deliberations arose; superiors are reevaluating, requiring your patient endurance awhile longer."

Hearing the measured, composed tone across, Shi Qianxi felt shock while her brows knit unavoidably.

Delaying.

Fine by her.

Extra ten days or half-month? She'd oblige gladly.

Problem lies elsewhere.

Dread of endless limbo yielding zilch.

Opponent's hints made that outcome plausible.

"Fresh deliberations? District Chief Chen, Jinhai poured massive resolve and prep into this venture, yet now you spring this..."

True enough.

Reeks of abrupt flip-flop, almost playful.

Can't voice it harshly though.

"Director Shi, your frustration registers, and Jinhai's stance earns respect. I too yearn to seal this deal—huge win for district and Jinhai alike—but."

Resigned tone laced District Chief Chen's follow-up: "But personal views are just mine. Director Shi, you're a dedicated business leader, Jinhai a firm of stature and substance; at times, broader interests demand priority."

Shi Qianxi steadied her breath, voice level.

"Land costs the culprit?"

"Hardly."

District Chief Chen shot back decisively: "Business deal for Jinhai perhaps, Director Shi, but government sees beyond simple trade."

"Forgive me, District Chief Chen, poor phrasing." Shi Qianxi apologized swiftly, probing further, "Then... rival firms eyeing the plot?"

Officials don't pivot whimsically.

Reassessing use wouldn't trigger instant betrayal post verbal pact.

Hence, this 'reassessment' screams pretext!

"That's all shareable. Director Shi, keep faith; endure patiently. Outcome might surprise you."

Shi Qianxi spared pressuring him. Pushing hard ignores realities.

"Thanks, District Chief Chen."

"Alas—"

Pre-hangup, a sigh escaped the line.

"Director Shi..."

Phone down, team finally voiced thoughts, gazes locked on her, laced with mixed feelings.

For project head and driver, Shi Qianxi's toughest trial now: subordinates' stares.

Yet evasion proved impossible.

"District Chief Chen urged patience in waiting; land plans shifted possibly, notification swift upon decision."