Chapter 383 - 383 358 Mutation

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383: Chapter 358: Mutation 383: Chapter 358: Mutation “Bai Ge!” Jia Tianhao reminded Bai Ge with some concern. He really feared that Liu Hun would call out “Dad,” but fortunately, that did not happen—I wouldn’t have been surprised if he had. “Liu Hun, since you don’t want to be a makeshift son, I can’t give you my vote. Go stay wherever it pleases you. Aspiring to be the chairman is nothing but a pipe dream.” Bai Ge mockingly said to Liu Hun. “Is that so?” Liu Hun coldly retorted. “Isn’t it? What can you do? Who will give you a vote? Me?! Him?! Her?! Or...” Bai Ge stood up and pointed at each person one by one, a look of scorn unmistakable on his face. Yet, when he pointed at Ou Ye, he suddenly froze, his smile turning into a look of shock. “Ou Ye! What are you doing? Put your hand down! This is no time to scratch your head!” Bai Ge shouted at Ou Ye. “Are you an idiot or blind? Am I scratching my head? I give Liu Hun my vote, you absolute fool!” Ou Ye looked displeased as he glanced at Bai Ge, clearly stating his position and attitude. “Ou Ye! You!... Hmph!” Bai Ge sat down angrily, his earlier arrogance now felt like slaps in his face, stinging fiercely. He worried even more about what would happen if Liu Hun were elected, and he had to fulfill his promise. “Fine, Ou Ye! Well done! We shall see!” Jia Tianhao coldly warned Ou Ye, his eyes fiercely fixed on Liu Hun. At that moment, Liu Hun stood up and asked Shu Qingya, “President Shu, now that the results are clear, can you announce them?” At the beginning, Liu Hun, initially introduced by Lin Songbai, had his eye on the chairman position, so he meticulously set up this grand scheme. Shu Qingya thought to herself that although she did not know how Liu Hun managed to secure all these votes, she could no longer underestimate him—she must play her trump card now. “Before announcing the results, I’d like to remind everyone of something!” Shu Qingya’s face, originally bearing a slight smile, grew ever more intense. “What is it?” Liu Hun asked Shu Qingya, noticing the expression on the woman’s face across from him, he knew she must have a backup plan. Indeed, Shu Qingya said, “I wonder if everyone remembers the preliminary plan to reform the council we proposed a year ago, which was unanimously approved for me to formulate in full authority. I’m delighted to tell you, I have completed that plan.” “What plan?” Jia Tianhao sensed a hint of conspiracy. “The plan to expand the council!” Shu Qingya slowly articulated these words. “Expand the council?!” Everyone present asked in unison, their faces displaying various expressions, and at the same moment, everyone thought of Shu Qingya’s conspiracy. “This is the result approved through a vote by the council’s statutes, and it should be respected by everyone! So, I now declare the formal expansion of the Huaxia Music Producers Association Council!” Shu Qingya swept her beautiful eyes across everyone in the room, already beginning to smile triumphantly in her heart. All members of the council remembered that indeed there had been such a plan a year ago, and realized Shu Qingya had utilized it for her advantage. Now it was too late for regret or rebuttal—it’s their own fault for not taking it seriously back then. “I have expanded the original council of seven members to thirteen, maintaining the tradition of an odd number of council members for voting on various matters.” Shu Qingya smiled radiantly, her charming face appearing increasingly devious to everyone present. “President Shu, where exactly are these six additional members, or are you merely using this as a delay tactic?” Liu Hun directly challenged Shu Qingya. Shu Qingya pursed her lips and smiled reassuringly at Liu Hun, “Council Member Liu, no need to be anxious, they are already at the door.” After saying this, Shu Qingya took out her phone and made a call, simply saying, “Come in.” Everyone in the office turned their gazes towards the door, now utterly convinced of Shu Qingya’s conspiracy. With a “clatter,” the door opened, and several people entered single-file. As these individuals entered the office, Jia Tianhao exclaimed in surprise, “Cage Band!” Indeed! The ones Shu Qingya brought in as reinforcements were none other than the Cage Band, who had previously had a contract dispute with Liu Hun! Upon hearing Jia Tianhao, Liu Hun realized that the unfamiliar faces were indeed the Cage Band. He couldn’t help recalling Chang Hechun’s arrogant attitude in court and remembered Chang Hechun mentioning he had a backing. Could it be that the Cage Band, Chang Hechun, and this Shu Qingya were all connected to Tianxing or possibly Yao Shi? Liu Hun’s heart began pounding as he contemplated how to respond. “I must say, President Shu, I was wrong to joke that your math was taught by a PE teacher—it must have been the dorm supervisor! The Cage Band clearly has five members, so where are the six you mentioned?!” Bai Ge, having been previously mocked by Shu Qingya, seized the opportunity to retort. “Council Member Bai, I advise you not to embarrass yourself further! I think if I hadn’t remembered this decision from a year ago, you’d be crawling on the floor with all fours out of this room by now.” Shu Qingya responded firmly, reminding Bai Ge that once Liu Hun was elected, he had to honor his promise. Bai Ge could only clench his teeth and close his mouth, waiting to see what kind of play Shu Qingya was going to perform. “I’ll explain this issue of number of people.” Shu Qingya said with a smile, her gaze landing on Liu Hun, “As everyone knows, Chang Hechun, as a member of the Music Producers Association, clearly needs no introduction to his talent.” “However, his character can only be described as scum,” Liu Hun interjected, signaling Shu Qingya to continue. Everyone present was aware of the lawsuit from a while back and had taken note of all the disgraceful things Chang Hechun had done. Shu Qingya’s smile slightly stiffened, then she continued, “That’s why I made him a member of the Council.” “If Liu Hun can worm his way in, it’s no surprise that such scum could be approved by you,” Bai Ge said sarcastically, expressing his displeasure towards both Liu Hun and Shu Qingya. Shu Qingya ignored the sneers and mockery, continuing, “This is the authority you all have granted me, which I think should be respected. However, the agent is currently entangled in a lawsuit and will only be free tomorrow. Therefore, I believe it is most appropriate to hold the Council’s leadership election tomorrow! I wonder if anyone has any objections.” Liu Hun immediately asked, “President Shu, I want to ask if there are any responsibilities you haven’t remembered? Are there any other powers that you haven’t used yet, but might suddenly end up using in a critical moment?” Shu Qingya maintained a smile and assured Liu Hun, “Councilor Liu, rest assured, there are absolutely none.” Liu Hun looked at the expression on Shu Qingya’s face, which clearly read, “Rest assured! I am definitely going to win!” Facing this kind of delayed power, Liu Hun felt helpless, but the fact that Chang Hechun hadn’t shown up today actually gave him some time to prepare and think of a strategy, so he refrained from expressing any objections. Jia Tianhao held the same thought as Liu Hun, pondering if there would be time tomorrow to employ some tactics during the vote, hence he also refrained from making any objections. Shu Qingya immediately announced the adjournment of the meeting; she needed no preparation and had no need to lobby anyone. The Cage Band, along with Chang Hechun and herself—seven votes were enough for her to securely hold onto the presidency. After the meeting, Shu Qingya had just gotten into her car when she received a call, “Hello, this is Shu Qingya.” “President Shu, good evening.” The voice on the other end sounded hoarse and deep, strikingly familiar to Shu Qingya. She immediately knew who the caller was. Addressing the caller, she said, “Chang Agent, where are you now? Can you attend the Council meeting tomorrow?” The person on the other end was the Cage Band’s agent, Chang Hechun. Chang Hechun replied over the phone, “President Shu, rest assured, I will definitely be there on time for the Council session tomorrow, but...” Shu Qingya recognized from his tone that Chang Hechun was leading up to a request. Being in need, she had no choice but to ask, “Chang Agent, please speak freely.” “President Shu, I think you also know I’ve been working for Tianxing. But now... I’ve been framed by that bastard Liu Hun, and I need your help,” Chang Hechun explained over the phone. “Hah!” Unable to restrain herself, Shu Qingya laughed, “Chang Agent, anybody could attend the Council session and raise their hand; it doesn’t necessarily have to be you.” Upon hearing Shu Qingya’s reluctance to compromise, Chang Hechun quickly said, “Didn’t you say in the Council that I, Chang Hechun, am the newly added Councilor? If it’s known I am unwilling to attend and you bring in any Zhang Hechun or Li Hechun, do you think that will be acceptable to anyone? Also, don’t tell me the role of President is ceremonial; you know very well it isn’t.” “What do you mean, Chang Hechun? Are you threatening me?!” Shu Qingya’s emotions were getting out of control. “No! I just want to cooperate with you, President Shu. I know how much benefit you reap annually from Tianxing; you probably haven’t been lenient with Huile and Yaoshi either, right? You promote it as a ceremonial position, but all the benefits have gone into your own pocket, haven’t they? Now that the three major groups no longer want to financially support you and are looking to find replacements, how much chance do you think you have on your own?” Chang Hechun exposed all of Shu Qingya’s secrets. “Enough! Say no more!” Shu Qingya interrupted impatiently, knowing that she was being compromised with the evidence in Chang Hechun’s hands. “President Shu, just help me with one thing, and I promise I’ll attend the Council session on time tomorrow and vote for you. What do you say?” Chang Hechun proposed. Shu Qingya hesitated for a moment before finally making up her mind and asking Chang Hechun, “Tell me, what is it?” “It’s simple...”

Chapter 383 - 383 358 Mutation

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