Chapter 305 The Trap
Chen Yang returned the damaged mobile phone to Lin Yueyu, offering an apology.
Lin Yueyu waved her hands, saying, "It's alright, Mr. Chen. It's clear that Lu Zhi in this video is doing it intentionally. We just don't know if his goal is fame or blackmail."
"Based on my experience, the fastest and most reliable way to clear this up now is to find Lu Zhi immediately and have him release an apology video. Only then can we quell this controversy, otherwise, it will only escalate and you'll be unable to defend yourself."
Chen Yang nodded, then his brows furrowed. "There's a conspiracy here, but I don't know what the other party's objective is. Is it to completely ruin Liu Ran's reputation, or to destroy the business prospects of Yangyangyang Company?"
At this moment, Su Ya and Liu Ran came downstairs.
Su Ya looked furious, clearly, she had also seen the report and the interview video was spreading rapidly.
Su Ya spoke, "We must report this to the police immediately. There is no room for compromise. Find that Lu Zhi right away."
"Regardless of his motives for giving this interview, he has already broken the law. We must find him first, then quickly conduct public relations to minimize the losses for Yangyangyang Company."
As Su Ya spoke, she picked up her phone and called Yangyangyang Company's public relations department, instructing them to issue a statement immediately.
At the same time, she told them to take immediate action to report the incident to the police and to post the police report online to clarify the matter through all possible means.
By noon, the police had provided preliminary results: they had identified the person.
The real name of the person spreading rumors in the video was unknown, but it was confirmed that he was an undocumented person with no household registration information.
He had no prior criminal record, and his identity could not be traced through his projects.
Based on the content of the video interview, the person claimed his name was Lu Zhi and that he was a former employee of Da Qin Group. They were trying to see if they could find any information about him from Da Qin Group, but Da Qin Group had not yet provided any results, so they could only wait.
Liu Ran thought for a moment, then put down her phone and said to Chen Yang, "Chen Yang, why don't I ask Qin Minghuang for help now?"
"Qin Minghuang is the head of Da Qin Group. If Lu Zhi really worked for Da Qin Group, he should be able to find information about him and his whereabouts."
Chen Yang shook his head, "Not necessarily. I have a feeling this has something to do with Qin Minghuang. Perhaps his goal is to force you to see him!"
"The key is that even if you meet him, you might not get any results. He can give you the person's information, but you still won't know Lu Zhi's current location."
"This matter involves the security department of Yangyangyang Group and falls under our security department's responsibility. Leave this to me. As long as Lu Zhi is still hiding in Qingzhou City, we will definitely find him."
"Don't underestimate our security team. Our security department has the largest number of personnel in Yangyangyang Group. How can we take Yangyangyang Company's salary and not do our jobs? So, don't worry!"
Chen Yang smiled at Liu Ran.
Liu Ran hesitated for a moment, then nodded, "Alright then, Chen Yang. If you can't find Lu Zhi within a day, then we'll have to seek help from Qin Minghuang."
Su Ya, standing nearby, immediately added, "Indeed. The golden hour for debunking rumors is within twelve hours. Once that passes, the trouble will be much greater."
Chen Yang glanced at his watch and said, "Okay, I'll find this guy as soon as possible."
At this moment.
At Qin Minghuang's home.
Qin Minghuang looked at the reports online, a smug grin spreading across his lips.
He rubbed his chin and sneered, "Liu Ran, you'll end up asking me for help. As long as you come to me, as long as you have a meal with me, you won't escape."
Qin Minghuang laughed heartily, then picked up his phone and dialed the number of Madam Liu.
Qin Minghuang said, "Madam, please make preparations. If Liu Ran comes to me for a meal, you all should come immediately as witnesses. Remember, once the deed is done and she marries me, your entire Liu family will prosper."
Madam Liu immediately replied on the phone, "Okay, okay, Mr. Qin. We will arrive on time."
"In my opinion, why go through all this trouble? Mr. Qin, you could just give an order, and wouldn't she be kneeling before you?"
Qin Minghuang snorted, "If she were that kind of woman, I wouldn't be interested in her. Alright, just listen to me."
Qin Minghuang hung up the phone and grinned.
His plan was already complete. The man spreading rumors in the video had left no trace, making him difficult to find.
Furthermore, in the video, he admitted to being a former employee of Da Qin Group. This way, Liu Ran, in order to quickly find the person and clarify the rumors, would definitely come to his home to beg him for information about Lu Zhi.
Then, after a meal, all troubles would be resolved!
A look of anticipation flashed in Qin Minghuang's eyes.
He suddenly began to fantasize that if he were with Liu Ran in the future, he would treat her well.
He could even give her the status of a legitimate wife. With such a woman by his side, how could his career not flourish?
If the Black Dragon Pavilion could truly establish itself in China in the future, with him relying on the vast organization of the Black Dragon Pavilion, he would surely rise to become one of the top four prominent families in the entire country.
At that time, he and Liu Ran would be in the spotlight, and the whole world would witness their brilliance.
Qin Minghuang laughed heartily, eagerly awaiting that day.
However, six hours had already passed. Qin Minghuang looked at his phone, puzzled, wondering why Liu Ran hadn't called him for help yet. Was this woman so patient?
Now rumors were flying everywhere, with various reports detailing how she and Lu Zhi were involved and intimately connected, with increasingly detailed accounts.
If she didn't debunk the rumors soon, people would probably think of Liu Ran as a female CEO who kept younger men.
Qin Minghuang frowned slightly and sat by his phone, muttering, "I don't believe you can hold out for another hour, ha ha ha... you will call for help eventually."
At this moment.
In the villa, Chen Yang had already received a call from Zhu Que.
Zhu Que said concisely on the phone, "Heavenly Venerable, we have found the whereabouts of that scoundrel Lu Zhi. His current hiding place is a bit tricky. Should we storm in and apprehend him directly, or await your further instructions?"