Episode 26 recap: Zheng Shuai Leaves Lin Qiang to Join Chen Xing Yuan
In Episode 26, Chen Xing Yuan strategically chose the Longyuan Branch as his new base to retain his valuable partner, Lin Qiang. However, Lin Qiang made a bold decision to join Qiu Zhi Zhang at the Longyuan Central Branch, planning to take with him a significant joint project with Huayu Bank.
This move upset Mo Xi Jun, who bluntly stated that her collaboration with Lin Qiang was only due to her friendship with Zheng Shuai. She insisted that Lin Qiang send someone new to handle the project. More importantly, she pointed out that Huayu Bank is not an easy partner to replace. Lin Qiang felt a deep sense of disappointment upon hearing this.
Mo Xi Jun was well aware of Zheng Shuai's feelings for her, but his lack of action frustrated her. In a moment of quick thinking, Lin Qiang stepped in to smooth things over for Zheng Shuai, easing the tension in the room.
Meanwhile, Yuan Guan Kui was troubled about his future and sought advice from Qin Zheng. Qin Zheng encouraged him to follow Lin Qiang and join Qiu Zhi Zhang, asserting it was the right move. Qiu Zhi Zhang, known for his relentless work ethic, was running around investigating branch conditions, ultimately exhausting himself to the point of needing heart surgery.
When Chen Xing Yuan learned of Qiu Zhi Zhang's hospitalization, he immediately went to visit him. Although Qiu Zhi Zhang was lying in bed, he was full of energy and took the opportunity to urge Chen Xing Yuan to return to the head office. Chen Xing Yuan hesitated, saying he needed to wrap up his current responsibilities first.
Qiu Zhi Zhang had an ingenious plan; he sent the medical staff away, leaving only Lin Qiang and Zheng Shuai. Suddenly, he pulled out his IV and jumped up from the bed, revealing that he had been faking his condition! He did this to distract Chen Xing Yuan, who was applying for a banking license, and to catch him off guard.
Energized, Qiu Zhi Zhang then began assigning tasks, appointing Zhu Feng Shan as the new leader, setting the stage for a showdown with Chen Xing Yuan. During a video conference, Zhu Feng Shan made his official appearance.
Not one to back down, Chen Xing Yuan sought out Mo Xi Jun for a collaboration discussion, with Zheng Shuai present as well. Chen Xing Yuan suggested treating Zheng Shuai to drinks, which led to unexpected complications. Meanwhile, Lin Xiao Zao approached Lin Qiang to resign, and he sensed there was more to her story than met the eye.
Lin Xiao Zao had been financially supported by Zhang Longhu to attend college, and after graduation, she was recommended to Lianzhong Bank, but she was completely unaware of these arrangements. Now, she no longer wanted to hide the truth from everyone and decided to leave. Although Lin Qiang was reluctant, he respected her decision.
After finishing his drinks, Zheng Shuai confronted Lin Qiang, stating he wanted to join Chen Xing Yuan. This infuriated Lin Qiang, and they had a heated argument, prompting Zheng Shuai to pack his things and leave that very night. Seeing the situation escalate, Yuan Guan Kui quickly gathered his team for a meeting, hoping to persuade Zheng Shuai to return. Everyone agreed and began packing their bags, vowing to follow Lin Qiang no matter what.
Mo Xi Jun went to find Zheng Shuai, and Lin Qiang also showed up to plead with her to keep the project. However, Mo Xi Jun felt helpless in the situation. After taking office, Zheng Shuai had acted decisively, improving employee living conditions and expanding the business. He also specifically warned everyone not to confront Lin Qiang directly.
On the day of the opening for Linhai Bank's Longyuan Branch, the Longyuan Branch of Lianzhong Bank opened simultaneously across the street. Both Chen Xing Yuan and Qiu Zhi Zhang came to show their support, and Lin Qiang even sent a flower basket to Zheng Shuai.
Chen Xing Yuan invited Lin Qiang to dinner, but Lin Qiang politely declined. Interestingly, Lin Xiao Zao had also been hired to work under Zheng Shuai, and they joked about playing games together while teasing Lin Qiang.
In the end, Zheng Shuai and Lin Qiang shook hands and reconciled, putting an end to their rivalry. The story concludes here. Despite the many twists and turns, everyone eventually found their own direction and goals.
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