Chapter 3234
The head of the Ma family is only the leader of the clan, not an official appointed by the state, but now Ma Dongqiang's influence in the Northern Region is no less than that of ordinary officials.
A single decision by Ma Dongqiang can mobilize thousands of manpower, mobilize a large amount of resources, and even disturb the market conditions in several provinces.
No matter where he goes, local officials will treat him with caution and courtesy, hoping that this God of Wealth can bring some development opportunities to the local area and enable him to achieve some outstanding political achievements during his term of office.
The public's pursuit of Ma Dongqiang is even worse. In recent years, some people have even produced New Year paintings of the God of Wealth based on Ma Dongqiang, which are very popular at the markets in Denglai area. Although it is suspected of forcing traffic, it also shows the public's admiration for Ma Dongqiang.
Over time, Ma Dongqiang became the God of Wealth. People all know that as long as he leaks a little bit of money from the cracks of his fingers, it is enough to make ordinary people become extremely rich.
Although everyone in the Ma family has followed Ma Dongqiang to get rich these years, now that he is retiring and giving way to the throne, it means that the position of patriarch will be occupied by a capable person. If he loses, he will continue to live the same life as before. Once you get lucky, you will be lucky enough to reach the sky in one step.
Of course, not everyone was so greedy at this time that they forgot who Ma Dongqiang's backstage was.
Many people have been secretly paying attention to the changes in Chen Yixin's expression, wanting to see his attitude towards the current situation. However, Chen Yixin's expression remained normal and he did not interfere. This would inevitably make people think that Chen Yixin was not opposed to competition for the position of clan leader.
As a result, some people who originally had a wait-and-see attitude began to boldly come out and demand that the successor to the clan leader must be elected by the entire clan, and that Ma Dongqiang should not directly appoint the candidate.
After some discussion, each clan recommended five candidates, plus Ma Cai selected by Ma Dongqiang, a total of six people competed for the position of clan leader.
The situation that was originally 100% certain suddenly only had a one-sixth chance left. Both the people involved and the people watching the excitement became excited.
Ma Cai is very calm. In the past two or three years, he has gradually taken over his father's work. He is much more confident than these competitors in controlling the clan business and understanding the identity of the clan leader.
Of course, the most important thing is that Ma Cai is convinced that his brother-in-law will play the role of Dinghai Shenzhen. Chen Yixin cannot safely leave such a big business to outsiders.
Ma Dongqiang said: "Now that the candidates have been determined, whoever has the most supporters will be elected as the next clan leader. What do you think?"
"Wait a minute, I have a few more words to say." Chen Yixin, who had been silent until now, finally spoke at this time.
When Chen Yixin wanted to express his opinion, everyone present naturally did not dare to object. No matter what the final result of the clan leader's election is, it will only happen if Chen Yixin nods his head and approves. If he doesn't admit it, no matter how lively it is now, it's just a fool's errand.
When Chen Yixin saw that the ancestral hall was quiet, he continued: "How many industries the Ma family operates now, I believe that after listening to the financial summary just now, everyone will have an idea."
"The position of clan leader is not only related to the rise and fall of the Ma family, but also to the thousands of people who depend on these industries. Whoever sits on this position must take on this responsibility!"
"You all just said what you will do after taking office. I don't like to be judged by others. If I can't fulfill what you just said, then don't blame me, Chen Yixin, for being unkind!" Chen Yixin said here, His eyes swept over the faces of several candidates one by one, and his tone became colder: "Tell me the industries that you are responsible for running. If you don't show any results, I will tell you. No need to join the competition! ”
After Chen Yixin said this, three of the six people silently took two steps back, indicating that they would withdraw from the competition for the clan leader. The most profitable industry of the clan is in the hands of Ma Dongqiang. Compared with business performance, who can compare with Ma Cai who has always been by Ma Dongqiang's side?
When Chen Yixin spoke now, it was obvious that he wanted to persuade others to retreat. Rather than risk a small fortune, it would be better to be wise and quit on his own initiative, which would at least leave a good impression on others.
Chen Yixin saw that besides Ma Cai there were two other people standing firm and not retreating, so he continued: "I remember that one of you is operating the shipping between Dengzhou and Jinzhou, and the other is managing Dengzhou and Jinan. Regarding trade between governments, can you explain to me why Ma's Shipping Company falsely reported a total of 480,000 yuan in maintenance costs last year? From January to March this year, the goods sent to Dengzhou from Jinan Prefecture were The average loss is as high as 10%, where are these 10% of goods lost?”
As soon as these words came out, the expressions of the two people standing side by side with Ma Cai suddenly changed.
They are also considered capable people in the Ma clan. They all have their own businesses and their business conditions are pretty good, so they have the confidence to stand here.
But since you have the power in your hands, how can you escape from human nature? It is not a big deal to squeeze a little profit from the business that you have passed into your own pocket.
This is the clan's property, not to mention there are many people who benefit from it, and everyone usually has a tacit understanding. But since Chen Yixin has asked about this matter and can tell the details, he obviously has some evidence.
No matter how much you mess around, as long as no one holds you accountable, you'll be fine. But if Chen Yixin wants to speak out, then they, as managers, will have to bear the blame.
The two people looked at each other, knowing that if they didn't give in now, they would be punished by Chen Yixin, so they silently took two steps back, leaving Ma Cai standing alone.
Chen Yixin nodded with satisfaction and said: "It seems that there are not that many people suitable for this position... Since Ma Cai is the only one left now, let me ask again, who supports Ma Cai as the successor to the clan leader? Object?”
There was silence in the ancestral hall. Even the old uncle Ma Yongqing, who had previously spoken nonsense about Ma Dongqiang, was silent at this moment, but his face was extremely ugly, which showed that he was not very convinced by Chen Yixin's interference.
But Chen Yixin is not Ma Dongqiang. If you want to reason with him, you have to weigh your own weight first. Besides, if someone wants to jump out and sing the opposite, then it is not Ma Dongqiang, but Chen Yixin. As long as the brain is not broken, no one should be able to do such a reckless thing.
Chen Yixin said: "Following everyone's suggestions, I have gone through the process just now. Since everyone feels that there are no other opinions, let's ask the current clan leader to announce the results!"
Ma Dongqiang smiled slightly, stepped forward and said: "Thanks to all the elders for supporting Quan Zi, then according to everyone's wishes, Ma Cai will take over the position of patriarch!"
(End of chapter)