With this on his mind, Fade looked at Quin.
As the president of the company, Quin should have seen through this. However, Quin did not point it out, instead, she nodded at Donald with a smile and said, "Good point. Secretary Qin, you have worked hard."
"Working hard for the company and President Lin is my responsibility. It's not something praise-worthy," Donald once again attempted to flatter Quin. Donald then looked at Quin and asked, "President Lin, what do you think of Pai's Chemical? I think it's the best choice."
Quin was stunned for a moment; she did not expect Donald to be so pushy about it.
Then, Quin said, "I think it's not bad. For now, it is indeed the best choice."
Upon hearing this, Donald smiled triumphantly, leaving a frowning Fade at the side.
During his phone call with Nicholas to discuss the cooperation with Xu Chemicals just now, Fade also mentioned other companies. Nicholas reminded him that they can choose any other company, but not Pai's Chemical.
This was because the company itself is in turmoil right now, a problem would definitely break out sooner or later. Therefore, it was definitely not a good time to collaborate with the said company.
Fade gently nudged Quin and reminded her in a low voice, "President Lin, I don't think it's a good choice to work with Pai's Chemical."
"Not a good choice?" Quin looked at Fade in surprise and a little confusion.
Fade couldn't tell Quin the things Nicholas had said to him earlier in front of the public. Fade could only look at Quin and said, "President Lin, please trust me. Don't cooperate with Pai's Chemical."
"This-" Quin hesitated for a moment.
Donald's face instantly changed; he glared at Fade and sharply said, "Doctor Chen, what do you mean?"
"I did not mean anything harmful. I'm just reminding President Lin not to cooperate with Pai's Chemical," Fade said calmly.
Donald shouted, "Pai's Chemical is already approved by the majority as the best choice, but now you are stopping President Lin from cooperating with them. What are you trying to do?"
The other executives also spoke up to support Donald.
"Doctor Chen, don't talk about things which you don't understand. Otherwise, you'll only make a joke of yourself."
"I still believe in Secretary Qin's judgment. A professional is, after all, a professional."
"Doctor Chen, I’ ve heard there’ s a little misunderstanding between you and Secretary Qin. It would be inappropriate for you to persuade President Lin otherwise just because of personal grievances!"
Although Fade was questioned with doubts from all the executives, his stance remained. "I'm advising President Lin not to cooperate with Pai's Chemical out of my consideration for the benefit of the company, not for any personal reasons."
"Hah!" Secretary Qin sneered in disbelief. "Do you think anyone will believe what you said?"
"President Lin, I'd still stick to my words. Pai's Chemical is the most suitable choice," Donald looked at Quin firmly.
The other executives also voiced their support.
"President Lin, I think so too."
"Pai's Chemical should be the final choice after the discussion."
"After all, Dr. Chen is not a professional. I have slight doubts about his opinion."
However, Fade still firmly said, "I'll stick to my words too. It's not the best time to work with Pai's Chemical now. Moreover, I've almost done reaching an agreement with Xu Chemicals. I think that's the best company to work with."
"Haha, what are you talking about? You have almost finished the negotiation with Xu Chemicals? Why don't you say that you have even signed the contract with them?"
"Doctor Chen, this is a big business involving tens of millions. It's not a good time to argue due to personal reasons."
"President Lin, Pai's Chemical is the best choice."
Both sides had their own opinions. The split decision caused Quin to be in a state of dilemma.
From a rational and professional perspective, Pai's Chemical, as agreed by all the executives, was undoubtedly the best choice.
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