Inheritance of Two Trillion Chapter 2471 - 1830: Brown’s Conditions

Mr. Brown made his stance clear to Bai Xiaosheng, pledging his complete backing for Bai Xiaosheng's endeavors. Gaining the endorsement of a major regional executive was undeniably a significant advantage for Bai Xiaosheng.

Nonetheless, Mr. Brown presented a single stipulation for his unwavering support.

"Mr. Brown, please, do elaborate," Bai Xiaosheng responded, neither committing nor declining outright, choosing instead to gauge the nature of Mr. Brown's condition first.

Mr. Brown displayed no hint of annoyance at Bai Xiaosheng's measured reply, inquiring softly, "Mr. Bai Xiaosheng, what are your impressions of my son, Mr. Cilio?"

Cilio?

Bai Xiaosheng pondered briefly before asking, "Would you prefer my unvarnished opinion?"

"Precisely, the truth!" Mr. Brown affirmed with conviction.

Bai Xiaosheng didn't mince words: "Rash and unintelligent!"

The driver, at the wheel for Mr. Brown, nearly swerved upon hearing this blunt assessment, his gaze darting to Bai Xiaosheng in the rearview mirror.

To critique a man's son so directly in his father's presence was not merely impolite; it was an outright affront.

Simultaneously, the driver felt a surge of indignation.

After all, Mr. Cilio, being Mr. Brown's son, possessed notable strengths in certain areas. How could he be so disparaged?

The description painted Mr. Cilio as little more than a foolish brute.

Faced with Bai Xiaosheng's stark evaluation, Mr. Brown maintained a calm demeanor, merely asking, "Oh, is that your perception, Mr. Bai?"

Bai Xiaosheng elaborated at a measured pace, "According to our intelligence, the businesses Mr. Cilio oversees adopt aggressive market strategies, focusing on aggressive expansion and immediate profitability. He appears driven to demonstrate his business prowess and achieve his aspirations. Our findings indicate that Mr. Cilio prioritizes overall command while neglecting granular operational details, inadvertently creating avenues for exploitation. Consequently, the enterprises under his management exhibit outward compliance but internal dissent. Viewing this short-sighted approach collectively, it can indeed be characterized as reckless."

Mr. Brown offered a nod.

"Furthermore, we've uncovered that many of Mr. Cilio's trusted advisors were actually placed there by Tike. A significant portion of the company's strategic initiatives were ostensibly proposed by Tike to Cilio. While these plans may sound plausible, they contain subtle loopholes that can be exploited. In essence, Tike has been covertly guiding Cilio's decisions. Failing to discern genuine counsel from manipulation, wouldn't that justify the label of 'dumb'?"

Mr. Brown nodded once more.

"Additionally, there's the matter of Cilio's avarice. While he indulges in personal luxuries with some of his earnings, he also distributes the remainder among his associates, attempting to foster a system of rewards. Unfortunately, his chosen confidants were already aligned with others, rendering his efforts to build loyalty futile and merely providing a pretext for further exploitation under his name."

Mr. Brown offered a rueful smile at Bai Xiaosheng's assessment and sighed, "This is partly my own failing. In recent years, assuming he was sufficiently capable of independent operation, I entrusted many responsibilities to him."

Bai Xiaosheng smiled,

"As I have already stated, Mr. Cilio remains quite capable in terms of overall strategic direction. Despite his often forceful approach, his successes frequently outweigh his failures, a testament to his remarkable talent. Regrettably, this effectiveness is hampered from beneath, as numerous sound strategies falter due to ineffective execution. Furthermore, his deficiency in judging character, exacerbated by Tike's calculated deceit, creates significant obstacles," Bai Xiaosheng elaborated. "Given these circumstances, if Mr. Cilio were assigned duties without direct involvement in personnel decisions, would that not resolve the issue?"

A discernible shift occurred in Mr. Brown's demeanor, his expression brightening.

"The condition you've just alluded to, I presume, is your desire for me to assist in shaping Mr. Cilio's future trajectory, is that not so?" Bai Xiaosheng inquired. "Considering your delicate health and advancing years, and with the utmost respect, even if you were to persevere, retirement would likely be necessary within a few short years. At that juncture, should Cilio lack your continued patronage, he will require a stable foundation and a network of supporters. My understanding is that your decision to lend me your support stems from a request for my assistance in this very matter, am I correct?"

"So, you have indeed deduced the situation," Mr. Brown acknowledged, offering no denial.

Bai Xiaosheng paused in contemplation before continuing, "While Mr. Cilio has not engaged in any grievous offenses, his misuse of authority is undeniable, and he is currently subject to suspension. I believe that even if the vice-chairmen, out of deference to your wishes, choose not to press further charges, they will certainly not permit his reinstatement to a senior role. This effectively closes the door on any possibility of Mr. Cilio's return to the organization, and you are keenly aware of this reality."