Under Ling Zhenfei's leadership, a group of people arrived at the new office. Yang Zixuan poured tea for everyone and then left.

Leading the group was Xu Dashan, the village head of the nearby Si Er Village. He appeared to be quite a shrewd person.

Xu Dashan smiled and said, "Brother Ling, although you are the village head of Qinghe Village, today we are not here to see you as a village head, but as the owner of Xishan Manor."

"Uncle Xu, what brings you here today? President Chen and I are both here, and we can make decisions for all matters concerning Xishan Manor."

Xu Dashan nodded to Chen Qian and said, "Here's the situation. We don't know how well Xishan Manor is developing, but judging from the large trucks going in and out of the mountain every day and the bustling construction site, we know it must be profitable."

Ling Zhenfei smiled slightly and remained silent, unsure of what they wanted to say.

"It's like this, we have no other purpose in coming here. We know you're a good person who doesn't forget your villagers while developing yourself. Why haven't we had such a good person in our village?"

Ling Zhenfei quickly said, "Uncle Xu, you're too kind. My abilities are limited, and this is already quite good."

Xu Dashan said, "To be honest, we are all very envious. Look, we are neighboring villages in the same valley, not far from each other. Our village's situation is similar to Qinghe Village's: simple folk but a bit poorer."

"We just want to ask if our villagers can work at Xishan Manor?"

Ling Zhenfei was stunned and exchanged a glance with Chen Qian, who also seemed a bit surprised but quickly composed himself. Seeing that Xishan Manor was profitable, it's natural for them to want a share.

Ling Zhenfei thought for a moment and said, "Uncle Xu, you know that Xishan Manor is in its initial stage. Most of Qinghe Village's land and people are working for Xishan Manor."

"We have enough people for now, so we don't need additional workers at the moment. Our workforce is currently saturated, but it's a compliment to Xishan Manor if people from the surrounding villages want to work here. We appreciate it."

Xu Dashan and his companions looked a bit disappointed. Xu Dashan said, "Brother Ling, can't you think of a way?"

Ling Zhenfei glanced at Chen Qian, who then said, "There is a way. You know our villagers have some bad habits—they lack motivation. Your villagers think the job is good, with high wages, close to home, and not too tiring, so they fight to work at Xishan Manor."

"But the current workers at Xishan Manor don't think it's enough. So we are planning to terminate the employment of those who are not diligent and will then recruit based on contract terms."

A look of joy appeared on Xu Dashan and his companions' faces. "That would be great. If you recruit villagers from our side, I guarantee to send over the most capable ones. If they don't do well, just let me know, and I'll bring them back myself."

Ling Zhenfei felt a bit pleased. If it worked out, it would be beneficial.

Ling Zhenfei nodded. "Uncle Xu, how about this: I will hold a general meeting soon related to this personnel adjustment. I believe some people will leave, and when I need people, I'll let you know."

"Thank you, Brother Ling. I really don't know how to thank you."

Ling Zhenfei said, "I have even better news for you. My Xi Shan Restaurant is about to open and needs to hire some waiters. The wages and benefits will be the highest in all of Binyang."

Xu Dashan and his companions stood up excitedly, "The highest wages in all of Binyang?"

Ling Zhenfei nodded. "That's right, the highest in the industry in Binyang, and the wages will increase every year. Once my branches open, many people will have promotion opportunities."

Xu Dashan's expression eased a bit, "The requirements must be high, right? Not all college graduates? We don't have many college graduates in our villages combined."

Ling Zhenfei shook his head. "We are indeed hiring college graduates, and they need to look good and be charismatic. But since I'm telling you, the requirements won't be too strict. Diplomas are not important; they just need to look good and be charismatic."

"That's great! If those are the requirements, we have many girls in our villages who can definitely do the job."

Ling Zhenfei laughed, "Uncle Xu, even without diploma requirements, do you really have that many pretty girls in your villages? We will be very strict when screening. Don't blame me if they don't get selected."

Xu Dashan and his companions laughed, "You're already giving us face; we're very grateful. We'll tell the villagers about it and bring people to see you."

Ling Zhenfei shook his head, "Don't come to see me. Go directly to apply at Xi Shan Restaurant and tell them you're from the village. The manager there will personally interview the candidates."

"Okay, okay, we'll leave you to it and go tell them right away."

The group stood up to leave, and Ling Zhenfei and Chen Qian saw them out.

Xu Dashan said, "Brother Ling, please take care of that matter and call me."

"Got it, I'll let you know how many vacancies we have."

Then Xu Dashan and his companions left very satisfied.

"How do you plan to get rid of those lazy and resentful workers?" Chen Qian suddenly asked Ling Zhenfei.

Ling Zhenfei thought for a moment, "Do you have any good ideas?"

Chen Qian said, "The only way to get them to leave is through incentives."

Ling Zhenfei was stunned, "What kind of incentives?"

"Isn't it simple? Give those who leave now two months' salary, or even three months. Even if it's a loss, we can't let those parasites harm our manor."

"Once these people are gone, I'll sign contracts immediately. We'll have the right to fire anyone, and you'll have full management of the manor while I'll take care of Xi Shan Restaurant. What do you think?" Ling Zhenfei asked Chen Qian.

Chen Qian nodded, "I have no fear of offending anyone."

"Then it's settled." The two of them decided.

"Zhenfei, when is the general meeting you mentioned yesterday? It's not busy now; should we do it right away?" Zhou Yun came out and asked Ling Zhenfei.

Ling Zhenfei said, "Sure, let's do it now. Gather everyone."

"Alright, just wait a moment."

After a while, the loudspeakers at Xishan Manor blared, notifying all staff to gather in the courtyard, no one to be absent.

Soon after, everyone in the manor had gathered. Zhou Yun spoke a few words to keep everyone quiet and then invited Ling Zhenfei to the stage to speak.

Ling Zhenfei strode to the stage. In truth, he wasn't good at this sort of thing and didn't really like it, but he had no choice given the circumstances.

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