278: Chapter 277 News about Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu 278: Chapter 277 News about Xiaozhi and Xiaoyu After Tangyu and Liu Shanshan left, Zhao Xinxin also let out a long sigh of relief and lay back on her chair, feeling indescribably relaxed.
It was as if she had just sat down on the ground after running for two hours, completely relaxed in body and mind.
She had obviously been worrying about this case all morning and had been in a bad mood.
But now, she suddenly felt relieved, having escaped danger by a hair’s breadth.
Otherwise, the consequences would have been too much for her to bear.
However, after feeling relieved, Zhao Xinxin’s brows suddenly furrowed, and several thoughts flashed unclearly through her mind.
From the resigned tone of Manager Duan’s call in the morning, stating that the press conference was temporarily canceled, to his call three hours later, happily announcing that it would be held in three days to reveal a partnership with Xinxin Culture and Art, the contrast made Zhao Xinxin sense something.
Always a meticulous woman, she did not overlook any suspicious details in anything.
Upon reconsidering the matter and mulling it over, Zhao Xinxin immediately felt that something was off.
This feeling once again made her uneasy, as if something had happened in between.
Although she had never met Zhou Hequan, the Sect Leader of Dali Group, she was familiar with his reputation, which was widely respected in the business community of Donglin City.
In Donglin, there were two legendary figures.
One was Lin Guotai of Lin Group, who had built his empire from scratch, storming the city for over thirty years and establishing a daunting legacy.
The other was none other than Zhou Hequan of Dali Group.
Although less famous than Lin Guotai, since Lin started from scratch, Zhou Hequan had led the Zhou Family to glory.
In the thirty years under his lead, he turned the obscure Zhou Family into one of the seven wealthiest in Donglin, rivaling Lin Guotai as a titan of the local business sphere.
Given Zhou Hequan’s character, how could he casually change his decisions?
Each of his decisions was carefully thought out and not subject to whimsical changes.
Even if any changes were made, could it really happen within just a couple of hours?
Such actions were completely out of character for Zhou Hequan and seemed highly unreasonable.
That’s why Zhao Xinxin had always been very worried.
She knew that whenever Zhou decided something, its impact was undoubtedly profound.
“Why do I feel that something isn’t right here?
What is it that I don’t know?” Zhao Xinxin massaged her temples, which started to ache from her thoughts.
Although she did not want to think about it, a sense of unease spontaneously arose in her.
Zhao Xinxin had reached her current position not by being a frail woman, but through her own strength and meticulous handling of matters.
Otherwise, Xinxin Culture and Art would have likely been pushed out long ago.
“Hmm!” Zhao Xinxin’s eyebrows suddenly furrowed; she sat up straight, and a strange light flashed through her eyes.
“This morning, Shanshan said someone named Zhou Tao was looking for Tangyu, and Tangyu didn’t want to meet him.
Shanshan mentioned that the person named Zhou Tao said you’d definitely want to meet him, and then Tangyu ran out without a word.
What did Zhou Tao mean by that?
Zhou Tao, Zhou Hequan, Zhou Family?
Right, I remember Zhou Hequan’s son is named Zhou Tao; could this Zhou Tao be the young master of the Zhou Family?
If that’s the case, what did he mean by that sentence, and after Tangyu met him, Manager Duan called, is there a connection?” Questions suddenly surged in Zhao Xinxin’s mind.
After a while, Zhao Xinxin withdrew her gaze: “It seems that this matter is very likely related to Tangyu.” Thinking of Tangyu, Zhao Xinxin felt an indescribable sensation, unclear but very real.
From the issue with Zhang Guoli, where Tangyu stepped in without hesitation, not fearing to offend Zhang Guoli, Zhao didn’t know if any sparks flew between Tangyu and Zhang, only that Zhang never troubled them again.
Then, the acquisition of Huangfu Jing’s affairs, and now—
All these thoughts made Zhao Xinxin suddenly stand up from her chair.
Her eyes immediately shone with dazzling light.
“Tangyu has always been secretive about his actions; could he have been doing a lot behind the scenes?”
This thought, linked with recent events, made Zhao even more certain of her suspicion.
Given Zhang Guoli’s character, he would definitely have troubled Tangyu.
Furthermore, considering Zhang’s recent changes, Zhao realized Zhang must have suffered at Tangyu’s hands.
So, Tangyu had indeed been quietly handling issues for her, smoothing over enemies, and never bragging about it in front of her.
Thinking of Tangyu, who had recently been seldom at the company, Zhao had thought he was just fooling around; but now, aside from Guo Momo and Liu Shanshan, who else did Tangyu know?
Remembering this, Zhao Xinxin suddenly felt a sharp pain, heart-wrenching.
She had previously blamed Tangyu for not coming to work, taking leaves every day, but now she realized she had been wrong about him.
All along, Tangyu had quietly been solving her problems, smoothing over foes, and doing so silently, never seeking credit.
Zhao Xinxin’s heartstrings were unexpectedly plucked, a bitter sensation making her feel like tears might soon well up.
It was sour, yet painful.
A man who quietly handles the affairs that a woman finds challenging is indeed great.
In Zhao Xinxin’s heart, the image of Tangyu suddenly grew.
Subtly over time, her feelings for Tangyu changed.
Years later, Zhao would recall that day with a sweet smile, feeling that perhaps it was then she truly opened her heart to a man, and that man was Tangyu.
“Damn Tangyu, secretly doing so much, I must get to the bottom of this,” Zhao Xinxin bit her teeth, not sure whether she was angry or moved.
Tangyu was unaware that he had already been targeted by a clever woman.
After leaving the Empire Trade Tower, Tangyu scanned the surroundings to make sure no one was following him before looking around.
Li Chali was also very cautious and crafty, hiding in a very concealed spot, showing only his head, which Tangyu quickly spotted and walked straight towards.
“Thank you for the 150,000 I have already received,” Li Chali said gratefully, his tone very humble, even somewhat respectful.
He truly appreciated Tangyu’s approach.
He had expected Tangyu to give him the money, but had not anticipated it so soon, which proved his reliability.
Tangyu smiled.
Li Chali’s words also implied a willingness to align, meaning that he could still be useful in the future.
But thinking further, Li Chali was smart enough to know that a smart person would act smart, working for him Tangyu would certainly not mistreat him but would protect him.
“Don’t mention it, that money was yours by right.
Upon completion of the job, I will give you the other 150,000 on time.
If there’s anything else in the future, feel free to call me, I believe I can handle most things,” Tangyu said.
Li Chali wasn’t foolish, and he immediately nodded in agreement, “Don’t worry, Mr.
Tang, just give me a call whenever you have any orders.”
After exchanging pleasantries, Li Chali didn’t hesitate to hand over a sealed package to Tangyu, which was clearly the developed photos.
Besides this package, there was also an SD card.
Tangyu accepted these items unceremoniously and was pleased with Li Chali’s performance.
The SD card held the originals, and with it, any number of photos could be developed.
It seemed that Li Chali had made no reservations.
Tangyu secured the SD card and opened the package to look at the photos, not out of distrust for Li Chali, but since there was no better place to examine them back at the office, it was convenient to check them here.
The number of photos was small, only about a dozen.
Each one was indecent, depicting Zhou Tao in bed with four different women in various compromising scenes, including their entries into the hotel rooms.
Each woman appeared in three photos, making a total of twelve.
Yet, these twelve photos were extraordinarily valuable, each a sharp blade.
Seeing these irrefutable proofs, Tangyu’s lips curved in a smile, knowing with these in hand, the Zhou Family would have no choice but to bow down.
As long as he was reasonable, they would have to comply obediently.
Tangyu packed away the photos and smiled at Li Chali, “You really have a knack, managing to capture such pictures, calling you talented isn’t an exaggeration.
Paying 300,000 for these photos, I have really let you suffer a loss.”
Li Chali felt unexpectedly valued and deeply touched by Tangyu’s words, hurriedly responding, “Not at all, Mr.
Tang values me, and 300,000 is already a high price.
Besides, I wouldn’t dare to sell these photos, they would be worthless if kept by me.”
If Li Chali dared to sell these photos, indeed, not just 300,000 but even 3,000,000 would tempt people to snatch them up.
“I know this deal was a loss for you, but don’t worry, next time something lucrative comes up, I’ll make sure you’re satisfied with the price,” Tangyu said.
Li Chali instantly grinned, feeling indescribably happy inside, as it seemed his choice to align with Mr.
Tang was correct.
He could even imagine leading a prosperous life in the future.
After all, stepping into this risky business was all about earning more money.
Otherwise, who would foolishly choose to be a paparazzo?
Li Chali put aside all his concerns, his decision made resolutely in his heart.
“Remember, our relationship must not be known by anyone, and be careful when contacting me in the future,” Tangyu reminded.
Li Chali nodded, “I understand, Mr.
Tang.
I’m always very careful with my work, and I’ll make sure there is no room for error.”
Tangyu nodded, waved his hand to dismiss him, and as Li Chali left, Tangyu’s lips curled into a wicked smile.
With divine favor on the virtuous, the Zhou Family thought to compete with him, but this time they would lose both the lady and the army in their failed tactics.
Just as he was about to return to the office, his phone rang again.
It was from Song Qingyu, and Tangyu sensed immediately that there might be news.
“Captain Song, is there news?” Tangyu asked directly.
“Yes, there’s news.
Where are you?
I’ll come to you,” Song Qingyu said.
As expected, there was news, and Tangyu truly respected Song Qingyu’s efficiency; the speed of his work showed the advantage of having connections.