With the matters of emotions sorted out, Xia Yu finally breathed a sigh of relief. Now, it was time to continue preparing for the grand plan!
After returning to Xiangjiang, Xia Yu called Wang Qi over. Time was growing increasingly tight, and it was time to officially launch the Galaxy Fund!
"Wang Qi, gather everyone from the list I marked and bring them to the conference room. Let me know when it's done."
Xia Yu handed over the marked list to Wang Qi, giving him the order.
"Understood!"
Wang Qi glanced at the list, immediately understanding what was at stake, and responded with a serious expression.
Soon, Wang Qi had gathered everyone and reported back to Xia Yu.
"Let's go!"
Xia Yu said, and with Wang Qi in tow, they headed toward the conference room.
As the door of the conference room opened, everyone inside turned to look. Upon seeing their boss Xia Yu, everyone straightened up, eager to present their best selves.
On reaching the podium and scanning the room, Xia Yu gave a subtle nod before breaking into a smile and saying, "Please sit down!"
"Thank you, boss!"
"We'll start the roll call now. Respond when your name is called!"
"Wang Gang."
"Here!"
"Xue He!"
...
"Is there anyone whose name hasn't been called?"
After confirming once more, Xia Yu was satisfied and put down the list, saying, "All of you here have been carefully selected by me. I have a significant task for you!"
Hearing this, everyone's spirits were lifted, and their eyes burned with excitement as they looked at Xia Yu.
"However, this operation is highly confidential. Everyone must sign a non-disclosure agreement and will be subject to restrictions until the plan is completed. If anyone does not wish to participate, you may leave, and I won't have any objections."
"But I must warn you in advance, if no one leaves and later any issues arise due to someone's non-compliance, I will not let it go lightly!"
Xia Yu spoke calmly at first, then his gaze sharpened like a knife, sweeping over everyone's faces as he spoke coldly.
Everyone felt a shiver down their spines, realizing the importance of this confidential operation. They exchanged glances and shook their heads in unison.
Of course, if someone were to really quit, they would be considered out of their minds!
In the securities industry, confidentiality is crucial for certain actions, and they understood that very well.
Restrictions were no big deal; as long as they could make money, everything was negotiable!
Moreover, being selected by Xia Yu for this operation was a sign of his recognition. If they accomplished something extraordinary, it would be a lifetime honor and bring numerous benefits!
"Very good. It seems no one is quitting. I didn't misjudge you!"
After waiting for a long time without seeing anyone leave, Xia Yu showed a look of appreciation.
"Wang Qi, distribute the non-disclosure agreements! Collect them once they are signed!"
Xia Yu instructed Wang Qi, who was sitting beside him.
"Understood!"
Wang Qi immediately responded, then called over a few people to hand out the prepared non-disclosure agreements.
Once the agreements were distributed, everyone signed and stamped them swiftly without even reading the contents.
After collecting the non-disclosure agreements, Xia Yu began the grouping process.
"Alright, we will now begin the group assignments. Listen carefully to which group you are in, who the group leader is. The group leader will be responsible for supervising and managing their team members. If there are any issues, the group leader will bear the main responsibility. Understand?"
"Understood!"
"Group One, Leader Ma Kai, Members Liu Hui, Wu Hua…"
"Group Two, Leader Song Yang, Members Song Fei, Mei Changhe…"
"Group Three, Leader Wang Gang, Members…"
...
"Group Six, Leader Liu Xiao, Members…"
"Group Seven, Leader Xue He, Members…"
"Group Eight, Leader Liu Wei, Members…"
"I have a list here and will send a copy to each group leader later."
"Wait a moment. Each group leader should take their team to the adjacent building, familiarize yourselves with your respective offices and living areas."
"You have three days to handle your personal affairs, move in, and quickly integrate with your team members. Understand?"
Xia Yu raised his voice at the end.
"Understood!"
Everyone replied in unison.
"Wang Qi, leave the rest to you!"
"Understood!"
Xia Yu then left the conference room, leaving the subsequent arrangements to Wang Qi. He trusted that Wang Qi would handle things well.
...
"Hello? … Okay, I'll be there!"
Not long after returning to his office, Xia Yu received a call from Liu Tianqi. Liu Tianqi didn't mention much, only that he wanted to meet. Xia Yu naturally agreed with a smile.
After hanging up the phone, Xia Yu murmured with a smile, "Looks like it's settled!"
Liu Tianqi's call to arrange a meeting could only be about discussing a job change. Based on Liu Tianqi's tone in the call, Xia Yu could tell that Liu Tianqi had decided to accept his invitation!
Soon, Xia Yu headed out again to the agreed location. When he arrived, Liu Tianqi had just taken his seat.
"Xia Sheng, you're here! Please, have a seat!"
Liu Tianqi greeted with a smile.
"Thank you!"
Xia Yu sat down across from Liu Tianqi, and the two began chatting casually.
When the atmosphere was right, Xia Yu took the initiative to ask, "Liu Sheng, have you given any more thought to your decision?"
Xia Yu looked at Liu Tianqi with anticipation.
Liu Tianqi smiled and said, "After you left, I thought about it for a long time. I believe that taking a different path might be better!"
Upon hearing this, Xia Yu's face broke into a broad smile. He extended his hand and said earnestly, "Welcome aboard!"
"Thank you, boss!"
Liu Tianqi shook hands firmly with Xia Yu, his expression serious as he directly addressed him.
Xia Yu was pleased. Liu Tianqi's decisiveness was unexpected but welcome.
"While in public, I am your boss, but privately, we are friends. You can just call me by my name."
Xia Yu said with a smile, concerned that Liu Tianqi might have trouble adjusting to the new hierarchy.
"Okay, boss!"
Liu Tianqi nodded, and Xia Yu smiled contentedly.
"Tianqi, aren't you going to ask about your compensation?"
Xia Yu joked.
"Money is not a big concern. I trust that you won't shortchange me!"
Liu Tianqi shrugged nonchalantly.
Xia Yu felt a warm glow inside. Since Liu Tianqi had chosen him over HSBC, it showed his trust, and Xia Yu was determined not to let him down. He said, "I'll offer you a one million annual salary, plus 5% of the bank's profit share."
Liu Tianqi's eyes widened in surprise. He hadn't expected such a generous offer. A one million salary was already high, and the 5% profit share was the real prize.
With the bank's potential for growth, the profits would be substantial, and receiving 5% of that without having to invest was indeed top-tier compensation!
Liu Tianqi felt deeply moved by Xia Yu's attitude and didn't refuse. He nodded vigorously and promised, "Thank you, boss. I won't let you down!"