Chapter 77: Talking About Moral Bottom Lines?

"Mayor Chen, I also need to report that they have been engaging in group debauchery at the factory," Zhou Ming continued unrelentingly, pointing to the already dazed Huang Zheng and Ma Jianjun below. "Not only do they regularly hold debauchery parties at Huang Zheng's home, but they also use the factory club as a venue for their debauchery. They even share a lover and exchange their wives."

The audience erupted in shock. If Zhou Ming's previous accusations of corruption were merely a blow that left them reeling, then this public accusation was like stabbing them with more knives and rubbing salt into their wounds, aiming to ruin their reputation completely. Not only would they suffer, but their families would also be embarrassed once Zhou Ming's accusations were verified.

"Is this really true? I can't believe that Manager Ma and Director Huang, who usually seem so upright, are actually like this behind the scenes. Swapping wives and such? This is disgusting! How can such people hold positions as deputy factory director and sales director? I shudder to think of what the factory would become under their management!"

The audience was abuzz with discussion. This was exactly the effect Zhou Ming wanted. He knew that people in this era were conservative, and exposing such scandals would lead to widespread condemnation. Their families would be subject to scorn and gossip for the rest of their lives.

Faced with Zhou Ming's report, County Secretary Gu Ping was unsure and asked Mayor Chen, "Mayor Chen, what do you think?"

Mayor Chen's response was straightforward: "Investigate!"

Chen's order to investigate was like a heavy blow to Huang Zheng and Ma Jianjun's hearts, leaving them feeling as if the sky had fallen.

As several police officers entered the hall, Huang Zheng frantically pointed at Zhou Ming and cursed, "Zhou Ming, you scoundrel who tramples over others, may you die a terrible death! You're the one who's immoral! Your whole family is immoral!"

On the other side, Ma Jianjun also said, "It's Zhou Ming. We admit that we have a grudge against him, and we accept that he's retaliating against us. But harming our families and causing them to lose face is too much. What's the point of humiliating us and dragging our families down? Do you have any moral bottom line?"

Hearing Huang Zheng and Ma Jianjun's desperate cries, Zhou Ming said angrily, "Moral bottom line? You talk to me about moral bottom lines? Did you think about moral bottom lines when you smeared my father and got him dismissed? Did you think about moral bottom lines when you falsely accused my mother of stealing factory goods? Did you think about moral bottom lines when you defaced Su Han's small restaurant with big-character posters insulting her character? These were all fabricated lies from you. Now, I'm just stating facts and you're crying foul? What right do you have to claim injustice?"

After saying this, Zhou Ming took a breath and continued, "Let me tell you, in this world, you get what you deserve. How you treated others will come back to you. I'm here today, in front of everyone, in front of the city and county leaders, to seek justice for my parents and Su Han!"

"If the roles were reversed, I believe you'd be standing there laughing at me, just as you did before. But unfortunately, you won't have that chance," Zhou Ming said.

His words were like a sacred judgment to them. As Zhou Ming finished speaking, the police who had come with the mayor swiftly moved to arrest Huang Zheng and Ma Jianjun. Seeing themselves dragged away like defeated dogs, their faces were ashen, devoid of spirit, as if they were walking corpses.

Watching Huang Zheng and Ma Jianjun being taken away like dead dogs, Zhou Ming sighed with relief. His efforts over the past two months had not been in vain.

Although Zhou Ming thought of himself as someone reborn, with a psychological age of over fifty from his past life, and believed he could be more composed, he still felt a murderous rage when he saw how his parents and Su Han had been wronged and insulted.

But now, those matters were settled, and Huang Zheng and Ma Jianjun were taken away for investigation. Given their ages, it was likely they would never come out again.

Zhou Ming turned to Chen Da: "I'm sorry, Mayor Chen, for the trouble caused today."

Chen Da, looking somewhat troubled, waved his hand: "It's understandable for young people to act impulsively at times. Besides, since 760 Factory will eventually be sold to you, there are matters you need to handle. But there are ways to handle things."

"I'm truly sorry; I didn't consider everything thoroughly today," Zhou Ming said again.

Chen Da nodded: "Alright, you can go down now."

Zhou Ming left the stage and walked through the hall. The veteran workers present did not dare to look at him. Although they didn't understand why Zhou Ming had suddenly become a Hong Kong businessman, it was clear from Chen Da's support that Zhou Ming would be taking over 760 Factory. But before this, they had jeered and pushed the future factory director and his family to the corner. What were they to do now?

However, Zhou Ming didn't care about the workers' opinions. He went straight back to his parents. At this moment, Su Han, who had completely forgotten Zhou Ming's parents were present, went over and hugged Zhou Ming, crying uncontrollably.

Zhou Ming, surprised, asked Su Han what was wrong. Su Han only shook her head without answering.

For Su Han, this was the most touching moment. She had been bullied by Huang Zheng for over a year. From the factory to her small restaurant, she had always been wronged.

At first, Huang Zheng's wife brought her relatives to trouble Su Han, falsely accusing her of seducing Huang Zheng. Later, Huang Zheng had the factory security trouble her, and finally, they defaced her restaurant with big-character posters insulting her character. Su Han silently endured every injustice, not knowing how many tears she had shed alone at night.

She never expected Huang Zheng to face such a downfall. Although Su Han had heard rumors about Huang Zheng, they were just baseless stories. But today, Zhou Ming had exposed everything in front of so many people, and with Mayor Chen Da's promise to investigate, Huang Zheng was facing utter ruin.

But what moved Su Han most was Zhou Ming's public declaration to seek justice for her.

It was such a powerful statement. Su Han felt as if her heart was soaring.

At that moment, Su Han saw Zhou Ming as an angel sent from heaven to rescue her, and she was overwhelmed with emotion.

"It's alright, Su Han. Everything's over. The bad people who bullied you will get their comeuppance. Don't be sad," Zhou Ming said, gently patting Su Han's back to comfort her.

Su Han looked up, her face tear-streaked and charming. She said to Zhou Ming, "I'm not sad; I'm happy."

"Right, we should be happy. We're no longer the weak victims we used to be. From now on, we will stand up like the new China," Zhou Ming said. "But Su Han, my parents are still watching. It's a bit embarrassing for you to be like this."

Zhou Ming's playful comment made Su Han smile, but when she heard the latter part, she gasped and blushed, lowering her head, feeling somewhat embarrassed in front of Zhou Ming's parents.

But Zhou Ming's parents were still in a daze. After all, they had a son and wouldn't be at a disadvantage. They didn't pay much attention to this.

They were more concerned about the factory. Wang Fengqin asked Zhou Ming, "After today's meeting, does this mean 760 Factory belongs to you now?"

"It's not officially transferred yet, and I haven't made the payment. But it's almost done. Now that Huang Zheng and Ma Jianjun are arrested, we just need to investigate the assets they embezzled and re-evaluate the factory's assets before officially signing the sale," Zhou Ming said. "When that happens, Dad will be the factory director, and Mom, you'll be the deputy factory director."

Zhou Guoping quickly shook his head, "That won't do. I'm just a worker. How can I be the factory director? You should take the role."

Wang Fengqin also said, "Yes, don't make your dad the factory director. He doesn't know how to manage. He can handle technical work, but not management. Don't ruin the factory."

Zhou Ming didn't care: "Mom, don't worry. My dad won't mess up the factory."

Zhou Ming then changed the subject, "And I've hired an expert to be the general manager, and that's Su Han."

Zhou Guoping and Wang Fengqin both looked at Su Han, who immediately shook her head, "No, Zhou Ming, I don't understand how to manage and develop a factory!"

"Why not? To me, Su Han, you understand very well. Just use the methods you used for managing your small restaurant," Zhou Ming said.

Su Han shook her head again, "It's not the same. My restaurant is small, but this is a factory worth millions!"

"Not really different. It's essentially the same. As long as you put your skills to work, I'm sure you can revive the factory," Zhou Ming added. "Besides, it's only a few million. As I've told you, it's just less than half of my assets. I have at least ten million left in Hong Kong. Even if the factory loses money, it won't outpace my earning speed."

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ang Fengqin was doubtful, "Can this really work?"

Zhou Ming patted his chest confidently, "Of course it will work. Mom, you have to trust your son's judgment!"