The wind in early March has taken away the harshness of winter, bringing with it a bit of the chill and vitality of early spring.
Just one week later, driven by Zhang Qingxue's efficient network operation and impeccable legal procedures, a piece of paper <Civil Mediation Document> was delivered to Su Wantang.
The words in black and white on the paper and the seal in bright red officially announced the end of the twisted marriage between her and Zhao Jianguo.
There is no long cooling-off period, no protracted litigation process, it is unusually fast, but it is also legal and legal--
For Zhao Jianguo who is serving a sentence and cannot be present in person, the mediation process in divorce proceedings is the best solution.
The combination of money and professional ability can indeed greatly reduce time costs at certain times.
In the afternoon of the day when I got the mediation letter, Su Wantang was alone at home, sitting in front of the thin document for a long time.
My fingertips touched the cold printed characters on it, and I felt no ecstasy or excitement as expected, but instead felt a deep, almost exhausted calm.
It was like a suffocating marathon that had lasted for too long and finally crossed the finish line. My body and mind felt extremely exhausted and relaxed at the same time.
The shackles were really broken, and the dust accumulated in my heart over the past few years seemed to be blown away by a gust of wind on this piece of paper, revealing the original but somewhat unfamiliar outline of myself underneath.
The next day, Henglong Group issued a short and clear announcement in accordance with the rules of Listed Company Information Disclosure:
"Our company Board of Directors has learned that the marriage relationship between Mr. Zhao Jianguo, the company's main shareholder, and Ms. Su Wantang, who holds 5% of the shares, has been officially dissolved recently after mediation by Court.
Based on the relevant agreements previously signed by both parties and the dissolution of the above-mentioned marriage relationship, the Persons Acting in Concert relationship between Mr. Zhao Jianguo and Ms. Su Wantang will also be automatically terminated accordingly.
After this change, Ms. Su Wantang is still a shareholder holding 5% of the company's shares. The company's governance structure and daily operations will not be affected by this matter."
As soon as the announcement came out, another small stone was thrown into the capital market, which had already been shaken by the Zhao Jianguo scandal and Henglong Subscription Plan.
The focus quickly shifted from the "criminal wife" to the "recovered single independent female shareholder" and the "dissolution of the concerted action relationship."
Many analysts pointed out that this means that Voting Rights, which owns 5% of the shares held by Su Wantang, will be exercised independently, adding new variables to the already complex equity game of Henglong.
The disturbing interpretations from the outside world did not affect the peaceful night inside the Villa.
That night, the lights in Zhao Chen's Villa were brightly lit, but the atmosphere was different from usual.
There are no foreigners, only the core Westerners: Zhao Chen, Su Wantang, Zhang Qingxue, Chen Xi.
There were exquisite home-cooked dishes and a bottle of fine red wine on the table, but it was more like an informal strategy meeting, and the celebration was just the beginning.
"Congratulations, Wantang, you are completely free."
Zhang Qingxue raised his glass with a rare gentle smile in his tone.
"Thank you, Lawyer Zhang. Without you, this wouldn't be so smooth."
Su Wantang clinked glasses sincerely, with a face that was clear and peaceful after washing away the charisma, but deep in the eyes, there was occasionally a slight daze of not fully adapting to the new identity.
Chen Xi also smiled and congratulated. She was happy for Su Wantang and she knew more clearly the significance of this incident to the overall layout of Zhao Chen.
After a few glasses of wine, the atmosphere was slightly tipsy, and the conversation naturally turned to business matters.
Su Wantang put down the wine glass and looked at Zhao Chen, his eyes clear and firm:
"Xiao Chen, now there is no legal connection between me and Zhao Jianguo. For the 5% shares in my name, I want to... sign a new Co-action Agreement with you."
Her idea is simple. Now that she has broken away from the past, she will completely integrate into the future of Zhao Chen, bind each other's rights and interests more closely legally, and show her unreserved support.
However, as soon as she finished speaking, Zhang Qingxue shook her head slightly and spoke professionally and calmly:
"Wantang, I suggest not to sign any new Co-action Agreement for the time being."
Su Wantang was slightly startled, looked at Zhang Qingxue, and then looked at Zhao Chen in confusion.
Zhao Chen did not speak, but motioned to Zhang Qingxue to continue explaining.
Zhang Qingxue picked up the napkin and wiped the corners of his mouth, then entered working mode:
"From a legal and corporate governance perspective, it is more beneficial for our future plans for you to remain Independent Shareholder."
She analyzed clearly:
"First, as Special Assistant of Mr. Zhao Chen, it is a public fact that you have a close relationship with him, but you remain independent in legal form, and your identity is 'ambiguous'.
This ambiguity can be used as a buffer or interpretation space in many operations, such as the transmission of certain sensitive information or the interpretation of market behavior."
"The second, and most practical point at present, is related to the upcoming implementation of Rights Issue Plan."
Zhang Qingxue's eyes swept over everyone,
"Hong Kong Stock Exchange has clear regulations, Listed Company Public Float shall not be less than 25%.