This matter, while causing substantial harm to Yu Zhou, also resulted in Qin Siyue being harmed.
She had been publicly humiliated, and by someone she considered insignificant.
By any measure, she had lost face completely this time.
Even when she met with people from her circle in the future, this incident would likely be a topic of conversation.
Unfortunately, even after retaliating, Qin Siyue still felt a sense of unease.
After all, many people in her circle knew that Yu Zhou was her business partner. In the words of those with high opinions of themselves, Yu Zhou was "her man."
If her man was attacked like this, wouldn't that mean she had lost face?
In that circle, losing face was equivalent to losing everything.
This was the primary reason why Qin Siyue had been tirelessly investigating the matter.
Even though she knew clearly in her heart that her relationship with Yu Zhou was purely a business partnership, with no master-subordinate dynamic, and Yu Zhou was by no means her puppet,
How would people in their circle perceive it? They would only think that Yu Zhou was Qin Siyue's puppet, someone who handled things for her.
She didn't want to explain, and she couldn't explain, because if she did, Yu Zhou might face trouble. Naturally, she felt incredibly frustrated this time.
"The matter has reached a conclusion. Those people have been apprehended, and you should be discharged from the hospital soon."
"I should head back as well. You'd best recuperate for a while before going back to the factory."
Seeing that Yu Zhou was no longer in critical condition, Qin Siyue informed him of the situation and prepared to leave.
After all, while she had lost face earlier, she had managed to regain it through her investigation, and was now happy.
However, she still felt some concern for Yu Zhou.
That steel pipe had hit his head, after all. Who knew if there would be any lingering effects? It was better to be cautious.
"Don't worry, I won't go to the factory until I'm fully recovered."
"Besides, the factory's systems are already in place, and new product development is not yet finalized. With Deputy Director Liang in charge, I am very confident."
Yu Zhou smiled.
If he were to still be preoccupied with the factory at this moment, unwilling to let go of any matters concerning it, it would likely alienate many people.
Strictly speaking, he was an outsider as the factory owner. He had been hospitalized shortly after taking over, yet he was entirely focused on the factory.
If this continued, it wouldn't just be Liang Xiaohai who felt the director was micromanaging; even the management team would likely have the same thoughts.
For the factory to thrive, it was necessary to cultivate capable individuals, people who respected him and felt a sense of belonging to the factory.
This was not an easy path, but Yu Zhou had to tread it.
"Director, please don't say that. We are all waiting for you to recover so we can develop new products together."
Liang Xiaohai immediately stepped forward to express his commitment. For him, the current situation at the factory was the best he could have envisioned.
Not only had their salaries increased, but they also had a promising future. Wasn't this exactly the situation he had dreamed of?
And the one who brought all this about was Yu Zhou standing before him. Even though Yu Zhou was still investing his own money into the factory, its future was bright, which made him feel proud and certain.
"Now that you're alright, I can finally relax. After this incident is resolved, don't refuse my offer to treat you to a meal as an apology."
Liu Bing said with some emotion at this moment.
One could see that collaborating with these people was beneficial.
Some matters didn't even require their direct intervention; these individuals could resolve them themselves, and they did so without breaking any rules.
This time, Qin Siyue had regained her honor, and had their Reform Office not also regained its honor?
And Yu Zhou, as the victim of this incident, deserved some acknowledgment from Liu Bing.
In fact, if Yu Zhou wanted compensation now, and as long as it was within Liu Bing's authority, he would not refuse.
Yet, to this day, had Yu Zhou uttered a single word about it?
Not at all, as if the matter had nothing to do with their office.
Under these circumstances, it was impossible for Liu Bing not to feel a sense of emotion.
Yu Zhou was a person who knew when to advance and retreat, and had a great sense of propriety. He was much more suitable for collaboration than most businessmen.
However, Liu Bing only entertained these thoughts internally and did not voice them.
"Director Liu, there's no need to mention apologies."
"If you insist, I do have a small request, and I wonder if Director Liu would be willing to help."
Yu Zhou was no longer lying in bed. After packing his belongings, he turned to look at Liu Bing.
In an instant, Liu Bing, who had thought the matter perfectly resolved, felt a jolt.
He had just praised this person internally for his propriety and for not making demands, and now a demand was being made?
People really can't stand to be spoken of, even in one's thoughts.
"What request do you have? Speak up. If I can help, I will certainly do so."
Liu Bing did not make a definitive promise, because if some matters were outside his jurisdiction, even if he agreed, he would be unable to fulfill them.
Moreover, even if it were to compensate Yu Zhou, he knew what would be excessive and what would not.
Under such circumstances, if Yu Zhou had any unreasonable requests, it would indeed put him in a difficult position.
"It's really nothing too big. I just want to see Liu Dalong."
"To see him one last time."
Yu Zhou said calmly.
He knew full well that at this juncture, if he wanted to seek personal gain, as long as it wasn't excessive, the other party would likely not object.
He also understood what his expression implied.
However, if he were to act that way, he wouldn't be Yu Zhou anymore. To have made an ally of him only to cause trouble over such a minor matter would be a true case of abandoning the fundamental for the trivial.
Upon hearing Yu Zhou's words, Liu Bing was taken aback.
Not only was he stunned, but everyone else present was also surprised.
To see Liu Dalong one last time, what kind of request was this?
Was he, as the victor, going to gloat to Liu Dalong?
Clearly, everyone began to question the purpose behind Yu Zhou's request at this moment.
Because, in their impression, Yu Zhou was not such a superficial person.
Seeing their expressions, Yu Zhou felt a sense of helplessness.
He simply wanted to bid farewell to the past, to see Liu Dalong as a way to conclude his rebirth and bring this matter to a perfect close.
Fortunately, Liu Bing did not object and directly nodded in agreement.
This request, though unexpected by everyone, was surprisingly easy to fulfill, a mere trifle.