Originally translated from the Thai language.
Lu Rong fought to suppress the storm raging beneath his cold exterior. His face twitched, his forced smile tightening into a grimace of strained composure.
"Personal attacks are hardly the mark of a professional," Lu Rong barked, though his voice wavered with an uncontrollable tremor. "You are merely deflecting to hide your lack of global experience. You have yet to provide a clear answer... why should this board place the future of CK Group in the hands of a novice like you?"
Gawin remained unruffled, his gaze anchored to his opponent without a flicker of doubt.
"Distinguished board members... a long tenure that leads an organization into a credibility crisis is what I define as a Strategic Failure," Gawin stated, his voice calm, smooth, and utterly composed.
"I am here to ensure the success of this hydrogen initiative, a commitment backed by the growth of Wonder Package during the five years under my leadership."
He gestured toward the screen, which shifted from the dismal figures of the hydrogen project to a five-year comparative financial report of Wonder Package Thailand.
"In this short span, I have delivered Validated Growth clear, undeniable figures." Gawin swept his gaze across the directors. "If you desire change, if you want tangible growth, transparency, and a partner ready to move forward in lockstep... I am that person."
Gawin snapped his sharp gaze back to Lu Rong. "This venture is a Strategic Alliance, designed to bridge global capital networks and propel both this project and CK Group toward success. Wonder Package is the vehicle that will carry you there with stability and realism." The Thai CEO concluded with a confident, subtle smirk.
Applause erupted from the board members, fueled by a newfound belief in the possibilities presented by the CEO of Wonder Package.
As Lu Rong drew breath to dispute the "baseless" nature of Gawin's funding sources, he was cut short.
"That is enough, Mr. Lu Rong."
Chairman Li Ming's voice cut through the air like a blade. He cast a warning glare at his CFO before turning to Gawin with a warm, approving smile.
"Thank you, Mr. Gawin, for a presentation that clarifies exactly how CK Group will transition into this new world of clean energy." Li Ming then addressed the directors behind him. "Members of the board... I am calling for a 30-minute recess. We must deliberate on this new alternative proposal in detail."
As the order was given, the boardroom doors swung open, and the directors began to file out.
Gawin locked eyes with Tum, the two sharing a knowing smile. Their opening move today had done exactly what was intended it had forced the board into a fracture, splitting the power of the old guard in two.