Upon hearing Chen Chuan's reply, a look of regret appeared on Assistant Ling's face. "That's a real shame," he said. "To be honest, I had very high hopes for you, Manager Chen.
You don't come from one of those powerful families, nor do you have any privileged background. You reached this position all on your own. We have similar experiences and face the same obstacles. I thought you would be able to understand us.
If you were to join us, with your strength, you could surely help us overcome all obstacles and make everything we hope for a reality."
Chen Chuan was completely unmoved. He stared intently at Assistant Ling. "In my view, you—or your group—are no different from the people you condemn. You're merely circumventing those obstacles because your own ambitions have been stifled, yet you still build your ladder to the top with the flesh and blood of others.
