The afternoon had arrived.
Ma Xiwen went out as usual. There was an entrepreneurs' meeting this afternoon, which he had to attend.
As for the phone call in the morning, he didn't take it to heart. If Tiansheng Group really allowed any stray cat or dog to enter, where would Tiansheng Group's authority be?
A customized Audi A8 stopped at the company entrance, guarded by security personnel. Several A6s surrounded the A8, protecting it in the middle.
"Good afternoon, Mr. Ma."
"Good afternoon, Mr. Ma."
Voices echoed around.
Ma Xiwen, dressed in a suit, appeared in the company lobby and walked towards the outside. Along the way, many women bowed and greeted him.
A woman approached him and said respectfully, "Mr. Ma, your afternoon schedule has been arranged. After attending the entrepreneurs' meeting, you need to go to the construction site for a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Many media and provincial construction officials will be present, and you need to attend.
After the ribbon-cutting ceremony is completed, the board meeting will start at five o'clock and is expected to last for an hour. At eight o'clock in the evening, you will have dinner with Mr. Chen from Sitong Bada to discuss cooperation matters."
These were normal arrangements for the head of a developing company, with various social engagements and endless drinks every day.
Tiansheng Group was a major real estate player in Nan Province. Although it couldn't compare to industry leaders, it ranked among the top three in the industry.
Ma Xiwen nodded. Just as he was about to get into the car, a black Maybach commercial vehicle drove directly to their exit!
Behind it, a group of security guards followed, chasing and shouting, "How dare you barge into Tiansheng Group, you're looking for death!"
Ma Xiwen frowned. Before he could speak, a woman emerged from the driver's seat. She wore a white shirt and a hip skirt, her straight and slender legs clad in black silk stockings. Her stunning beauty made many people present gasp in surprise.
Even Ma Xiwen, who had seen countless women, felt a flicker of desire in his eyes.
Xuan Niao got out of the car, surveyed the scene, and stated directly, "My mister had an appointment with your group's Mr. Ma this morning."
To be precise, it wasn't exactly an appointment.
Ma Xiwen narrowed his eyes slightly, recalling the phone call he received in the morning. He said with a half-smile, "Since I'm here, tell the person behind you to get out. I'd like to see what kind of stray cat or dog dares to show up before me, Ma Xiwen."
"Zhao Qian's assets, I've decided I want them. Even the heavens couldn't protect her, let alone… a frog in a well, does he really think he's someone?"
Xuan Niao placed her hands on her abdomen and said, "Mr. Ma, please choose your words carefully. My mister is not a stray cat or dog. If it weren't for my respect for you, I would have every reason to act. Those who insult my mister will die! Those who cross my mister's bottom line will die!"
Ma Xiwen laughed heartily, "Hahahaha! Anyone can boast. But you, girl, are quite attractive. I'm still in need of a secretary. If you're interested, feel free to contact me. At least it's better than following a good-for-nothing."
Xuan Niao slightly shook her head. Most men were the same. Her mister was truly a breath of fresh air.
"Mr. Ma is truly formidable, to have a Three-Star General as your secretary. Such honor, even in the capital, would place Mr. Ma among the top tier."
Just as Ma Xiwen was about to say something, a voice suddenly entered his sight!
Countless people present gasped in unison, their minds going blank, utterly astonished.
It was a very young man.
His presence was commanding, his aura like a gathering cloud.
"Ye recalls that Mr. Ma said this morning that stray cats and dogs are not allowed into Tiansheng Group. Therefore, Ye is visiting Tiansheng Group in his capacity as the commander of the military. Mr. Ma, do you welcome him?"
Ye Longlin said with a half-smile. Xuan Niao took a cloak from the car and draped it over his shoulders.
Winter was gradually setting in, and the weather had turned cold.
"I... I... I..."
Ma Xiwen's eyes widened, and he looked at the scene in disbelief, completely terrified to the point of losing his composure.
Xuan Niao sarcastically chimed in, "This Mr. Ma is quite arrogant, isn't he? He just tried to recruit me as his secretary, claiming it would be much better than following you, a good-for-nothing."
Ma Xiwen: "..."
Everyone else: "..."
Wasn't this adding insult to injury?
Ma Xiwen's legs gave way from fear, and he almost knelt on the ground, his soul departing his body.
Ye Longlin smiled and said, "For many years, I, this King, have guarded the frontiers overseas, repelling foreign enemies, my hands stained with countless blood, the wails of the fallen beneath my blade. I never imagined that upon returning to the country, someone would covet my kin's property and claim to bestow it unconditionally. I am very curious."
This was the first time Ye Longlin had publicly referred to himself as "this King"!
"Mr. Ma, as the spokesperson for Tiansheng Group, can you explain what 'bestowed unconditionally' means?"
Ma Xiwen's legs softened, and he knelt on the ground, cold sweat beading on his forehead, his face ashen.
"Please, sir, spare my life. I am willing to compensate. It was my greed that led me to commit such heinous acts. Please, give me a way out."
Ma Xiwen's mental defenses collapsed. Why would such a divine figure appear in Nan Province, this desolate place? More importantly, when did Zhao Qing have such relatives!!
Their investigation reports never mentioned any relatives!
Zhao Qian was childless and unmarried. Where did this divine figure come from to be Zhao Qing's relative!
If they had known this earlier, wouldn't it have been better to negotiate peacefully!
Alas, there was no regret medicine in this world.
Xuan Niao slapped him across the face, her eyes flashing with coldness. "My mister fought valiantly, protecting you scoundrels and beasts. If that's how it is, I can send you on your way, so you don't commit more beastly acts."
Ma Xiwen forced a smile, and his aged face crept forward. "Girl, if you enjoy slapping, you can do it again, hehe."
Xuan Niao kicked him in the head, sending him flying to smash against a car. "I find it disgusting."
"I heard that your Tiansheng Group's vice president publicly declared that this move was for the economic development of Nan Province. If Zhao Qian is willing to donate it, it's for improving Nan Province's economy?"
Ye Longlin spoke slowly. A plump middle-aged man behind him trembled, feeling Ye Longlin's gaze. He stammered, "Yes..."
"Are you willing to donate your properties for people to use for free?" Ye Longlin asked curiously.
Zeng Cheng blurted out almost instinctively, "Why should I give out the houses I bought for free use?"
Ye Longlin smiled playfully, "Since you are unwilling, then by what right do you demand others to donate them for free?"
Saying this, Ye Longlin strode up to him and placed a palm on his head.
With a bang, his head made intimate contact with the car, and blood immediately flowed, filling the air with the scent of gore.
"The ancient saying goes, do not do to others what you do not want done to yourself. It seems you have forgotten the words our Great Xia has inherited for thousands of years."
"I don't mind helping you remember."