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Chapter 1721
Amelia's complaints didn't have much impact. Yvette's arrival had been entirely due to luck, and it seemed like the timing for Eric and Sylvia's second child just wasn't right yet.The couple was not in a hurry. Though they wanted a son, they accepted that if it didn't happen, there was nothing they could do about it.With the rampant virus currently spreading, Sylvia and Eric were hesitant about having another child. Bringing a child into such a dangerous world didn't make sense.Sylvia and Eric were also very busy. After Michael's return, most of the overseas business was halted, and no further expansion was possible.The reduction in business meant a significant drop in income for employees in the overseas markets, so they had to figure out how to compensate them. That's just how things were.When employees' incomes were high, their spending rose accordingly. A sudden decrease in income would undoubtedly cause them great distress.To maintain support, Sylvia and Eric had to us
Chapter 1722
Even the security guards were reluctant to leave their jobs easily.Take Jacob, for example. He considered this job so promising that he wanted to do it for a lifetime.Instead of struggling in other companies, he preferred to relax at the Innova Group.After all, standing guard at the gate didn’t require any technical skills.With a laugh, Sam said, "You see, due to the foreign virus, many companies have cut back on personnel expenses. We also had plans to do the same, but it remained just a plan."Later, the head office issued a statement. Not only did we not cut back, but we even increased the budget slightly."Themos is being unreasonable about this. He says that while everyone else is cutting personnel costs, we’re increasing ours, putting them in a bad light."I heard he even formed a union to come after us!"The Innova Group's high spending on employees had always been criticized by other companies.Over the years, the Innova Group's provided salaries and benefits becam
Chapter 1723
The workers' conference was impressively grand. Salt City had suddenly become a benchmark!While there had been workers' representative conferences in the past, they were limited to certain larger companies or specific localities. But a nationwide one? That was unheard of until now.Some workers were moved to tears. They were finally going to join the employer ranks! At last, someone was considering their perspective and taking their side. They had waited so long for this day.-Morning came.Eric and Sylvia went to work as usual. Within the the Innova Group, no one even mentioned the conference, despite its grand scale. There was no discussion of the workers' representative conference among any of the employees.The Innova Group's treatment of its employees was already exceptionally high, both domestically and internationally. The purpose of a workers' representative conference was to improve employee conditions, but this was not an issue at the Innova Group.In fact, the Innov
Chapter 1724
Was it even possible that this idea came from the union?When Themos organized this qualifying conference, it wasn't to improve the wages and benefits of workers nationwide. Frontier Tech itself was already cutting back on personnel expenses. Yet, he quickly became the national representative for workers. At least, the title sounded somewhat intimidating.Many things often hid secrets unknown to the public. Take the workers' conference organized by Themos, for instance. Outwardly, it was promoted as being for the welfare of workers, to fight for their deserved rights. But who really knew the true purpose?No matter what, Themos certainly gained both fame and fortune. In the future, when people mentioned this event, they would likely regard Themos as a pioneer. When Donald finished speaking, thunderous applause followed.Many representatives were excited. Themos was a prominent figure in the domestic chip industry, with the backing of Salt City's mayor. The workers' future looked
Chapter 1725
Aside from Sam, Donald was also bewildered. Although he disliked Innova Group and despised the capitalists led by Eric, he couldn't deny the remarkable and indelible contributions the Innova Group had made to the development of Salt City.It was precisely because of the Innova Group that subsequent high-tech companies chose to settle in Salt City. Without the Innova Group, where would those high-tech companies be?Claiming that the Innova Group had malicious intentions was something Donald could never agree with. He cleared his throat, intending to remind Themos to be cautious with his words. Criticizing anyone was one thing, but targeting the Innova Group was unacceptable.However, Themos acted as if he hadn't heard.What workers' conference?Today, his goal was to denounce the Innova Group. He would paint black as white if he had to. Slandering the Innova Group brought him immense satisfaction.Among the representatives, he had already convinced a portion. As long as they follo
Chapter 1726
When everyone finished speaking, Sam stood up and said, "Ladies and gentlemen! As I mentioned earlier, some of you come from the very bottom ranks of your companies!"The reason Mr. Ford says what he does is that the current economic environment is tough, and funds are tight. However, the Innova Group has ample funds, and maintaining such benefits is not an issue at all!"He’s worried that the company won't be able to sustain this, so he's setting the stage for a pay cut!"Sam chuckled. "Of course, I believe Mr. Ford has a solution to this, which is to announce a pay raise after this conference!"Themos recoiled at the suggestion. 'A pay raise?! Frontier Tech doesn't have the funds! How could we possibly raise salaries? It is utterly impossible!'Sam had cleverly put him in a tough spot.'Don't you despise the Innova Group's benefits? Aren’t you preparing for future pay cuts? Well, I'll make sure you can't cut salaries! Have the guts not to cut wages! Raise them instead! If you d
Chapter 1727
The conference did not progress as Themos had planned and envisioned.He had vastly underestimated the workers' thirst for wealth.This was entirely understandable.Wealthy families could easily realize their ideals and ambitions under the comfort of their riches. However, those from impoverished backgrounds prioritized basic necessities. Most of them just wanted to earn more money, ideally achieving financial freedom before even thinking about ideals and ambitions.After all, this world had far more poor people.When wealth was concentrated in the hands of a few, more impoverished individuals would strive relentlessly to attain it. There was nothing wrong with pursuing wealth in itself.Themos never anticipated things would develop this way. It was completely unfavorable for him!He intended to tarnish the Innova Group's reputation, but the public had sharp eyes. They could discern what was truly good or bad.Sam glanced at Themos, whose face was dark, and smiled brightly. 'Th
Chapter 1728
Faced with so many people, Themos didn't dare to lose his temper.Donald frowned and asked, "Mr. Ford, is this really happening?"He hoped that the two companies could engage in fair competition in Salt City without resorting to stealing technology and causing a scene.Regarding the incident where Sam was stabbed, Donald had no knowledge of it. He was also unaware of Frontier Tech stealing technology from Frontier Digital—this was the first time he was hearing about it.Such issues usually didn't arise out of nowhere. If Sam dared to speak out, he must have been prepared to confront Themos.However, Themos didn't dare respond. He had assumed the issue was long gone and didn't want to bring it up. Now, with Sam bringing it up, his face turned grim.The conference was now spiraling out of Themos' control.He angrily left, saying, "If this is how it’s going to be, you can play by yourselves! I'm not playing along anymore!"Supposedly discussing workers' welfare, and now you're tal
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