In the following two days, the rescue still did not arrive.
The search and rescue ships sent out by the operations department reduced their efforts more and more.
Because every trip to sea required a huge expenditure of manpower, material, and financial resources, after too many futile attempts, the relevant departments, without saying it, had become inclined to give up in action.
The only ones still holding on to hope were Nangong Qingcheng, Bai Zhiqing, Liu Shiyuan, Situ Yan, and a few others.
They were all painstakingly searching and waiting for the return of Jiang Feng and the other two in their own ways.
Nangong Qingcheng, Bai Zhiqing, and even Zhang Qinyao had each hired some private dock companies and civilian vessels for a futile retrieval in the vast sea.
In addition, Zhu Ge Yuheng also hired more than twenty search and rescue ships, tirelessly searching the sea every day. As long as Chu Feifei was not found, he would not rest for a day.
What few knew was that a naval fleet patrolling and drilling on Binhai Bay also received a secret order from the top to search for Jiang Feng and the other two, expanding the search area to target islands where they might have survived.
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On the morning of the third day, Nangong Honghu, after several sleepless nights, finally collapsed from exhaustion and was urgently sent to the hospital by Nangong Qingcheng and his family.
At the same time, at the Chu Group headquarters, in the same conference room,
Zhu Ge Yuheng, Chu Yan, Tang Tianpeng, Wan Guoquan, and Yuan Kuolong gathered again for a meeting.
The nature of the Chu Group is different from other groups. Although the company has many shareholders and even specialized department heads and managers, the real decision-makers are always these few elders who had fought for the Chu Family's accomplishments.
The meeting was still chaired by Zhu Ge Yuheng.
"Before the meeting, I will give an update on the search for Fei'er in the past two days."
In the conference room, Zhu Ge Yuheng placed both hands on the conference table and said solemnly, "In the last two days, I have used all the connections of both the Group and my own to search for Fei'er, hiring no less than twenty-five search and rescue ships. But up to now, there is still no news. However, as far as I know, a certain naval unit stationed in our Binhai has conducted a military exercise, sending out ten warships to conduct a blanket search of the area where Fei'er went missing, focusing on some sea islands. It's expected that there will soon be results."
"Could it be that Fei'er is still alive on some island in that sea area?" On hearing this, Chu Yan's heart stirred, and he immediately asked nervously.
"Hmm?" Zhu Ge Yuheng noticed Chu Yan's expression changed instantly and frowned at him.
Chu Yan immediately realized he was too agitated, cursed internally, and then recomposed his face into calmness, saying, "I just can't believe Fei'er could still be alive. After all, the hope is very slim!"
He least hoped for Chu Feifei to be alive because if Chu Feifei returned alive, all his efforts would be in vain, and everything he gained would turn to naught, and he would inevitably pay a heavy price!
Not to mention Jiang Feng!
If Chu Feifei could come back alive, it was very likely that Jiang Feng would return as well. He didn't think he could contend with that monster who single-handedly annihilated Mr. Scar and even a group of overseas mercenaries!
"I'm just saying, nothing is certain yet. I spent a lot to get a tip-off from a friend in that naval unit. According to him, the upper management only instructed them to do this; they know nothing about whether Fei'er or Jiang Feng are still alive or on which island they are. Otherwise, they wouldn't conduct a blanket search." Zhu Ge Yuheng explained.
"May God bless Fei'er to come back safely!"
Chu Yan clasped his hands together, making a fake prayer gesture.
"Yuheng, tomorrow is Eldest's funeral. Various powerful figures will send representatives. I personally think that regardless of whether Fei'er is alive, we should stick to the previous decision and elect a new leader. That way, when attending the funeral tomorrow, we can prevent others from having bad intentions." Tang Tianpeng proposed.
"I agree with Brother Peng's opinion." Wan Guoquan nodded in agreement.
"Hmm."
Zhu Ge Yuheng also nodded, "The decision made in previous meetings will not change. I just wanted to brief everyone on Fei'er's situation before the meeting. Now, let's proceed with electing the Group's new chairman. Each person has only one vote, and the one with the most votes will be the chairman, starting with Kuolong."
"I vote for Xiao Yan as the new chairman of the Group."
Upon hearing this, Yuan Kuolong quickly stated his choice, "When Eldest was alive, he always groomed Xiao Yan as his successor and often gave him lots of experience. After years of growth that's evident to everyone, Xiao Yan can absolutely take charge alone. I believe letting Xiao Yan succeed Eldest is the will of the people, what everyone hopes for. Under Xiao Yan's leadership, the Group will not only quickly stabilize but also flourish and thrive like the morning sun!"
"I also vote for Xiao Yan."
As Yuan Kuolong finished speaking, Tang Tianpeng said, making a show of sighing, "We're old and should have retired long ago. The world of martial arts should be for the young. I believe Xiao Yan is fully capable of leading the Group to glory."
"I also support Xiao Yan. Just as the Yangtze River drives the waves forward, Xiao Yan is the star of hope for our Chu Family; the future burden should rightfully rest on Xiao Yan's shoulders!" Wan Guoquan nodded in agreement.
Hmm?
Seeing Tang Tianpeng and the other two unanimously making statements and recalling Tang Tianpeng's earlier urge to elect a new leader, Zhu Ge Yuheng felt a stir in his heart but showed no emotional changes and quietly scrutinized Chu Yan, "Xiao Yan, what's your opinion?"
"When my foster father was alive, he often advised me to humbly learn from seniors like you to lay a solid foundation for taking over the Group in the future."
Chu Yan did not directly state his choice but said solemnly, "It's just that no one expected this sudden change, and my foster father is gone from this world. Tomorrow, the big shots of various forces will come. At this critical moment, I cannot retreat. I will do my best, with the support of you confidants, to safeguard the Jiangshan my foster father built!"
"You also vote for yourself?" Zhu Ge Yuheng looked directly at Chu Yan, as if trying to see through him.
"Uncle Zhuge, I'm not coveting this position. It's just 'honor the deceased,' and I want to fulfill my foster father's trust and expectations, to safeguard our Jiangshan!" Chu Yan's face was full of righteous words, indirectly giving his answer!
He had waited a long time for this day, and at this moment, he was not only unwilling to give in but also showed a strong, unyielding and assertive manner!