He Lei had not yet opened his mouth, but Qin Lan beside him questioned, "Our factory is infested with mosquitoes. I thought it was a mistake by my subordinates, so I sent people to clean it. Do you know what I found after cleaning?
These mosquitoes were not caused by worker negligence, but someone deliberately smeared honey on the corners of the company and the machines. Mr. Chen, don't you find this tactic somewhat familiar?
Also, you must have a good relationship with the editor-in-chief of the newspaper, right? After all, you have so many ongoing projects. I just think the events of the past two days are a bit too coincidental..."
Qin Lan's intention in saying this was simple: to tell Chen Lishu that he knew the recent events were a revenge. He hoped she would be reasonable and not escalate the conflict further, as it would be difficult to resolve. However, Chen Lishu was not someone who could be easily manipulated.
She chuckled lightly, parted her lips, and said leisurely, "My company is not the only one collaborating with the newspaper. We have no past grievances, so why would I attack you?
However, our mastermind is truly detestable. How about this: we join forces. After the banquet, I will contact the police and retrieve the company's surveillance footage. Let him match it against the people we have offended recently. What do you think?"
Not good!
Looking at the innocent-looking Chen Lishu, Qin Lan wished he could tear off her hypocritical face. But he was afraid that she would actually take out the recording, which would be like lifting a rock only to drop it on his own feet!
Suppressing his anger, he took a deep breath, narrowed his eyes, and said, "I think President Chen's plan is quite good, but why should I trouble you with my affairs?
How about this: you give me the recording, and I'll find the police myself. By the way, aren't you quite familiar with the editor-in-chief of the newspaper? I hope you can put in a good word for me with Editor-in-Chief Wu and ask him to stop spreading the news."
Chen Lishu ate the food on the table and nodded absentmindedly, "Don't worry, I'll speak to them on your behalf. As for what their newspaper decides to do, that's not something I can control."
Seeing that he hadn't gained any solid ground after this exchange, Qin Lan angrily slammed his phone, which was under the table, onto the table.
Chen Lishu noticed this commotion, and a gloating smile appeared on her lips, but she quickly concealed it.
Just as everyone was silently eating the dishes on the table, several waiters walked in with dishes.
The first few placed the dishes on the table efficiently, but the last one stumbled. Noticing the oddity in his movements, Su Nian immediately became vigilant, staring intently at the person.
As the person approached Chen Lishu, the bowl in his hand suddenly slipped. Su Nian narrowed her eyes, quickly grabbed the person's shoulder, and pulled them back forcefully. However, even with her swift action, the spilled soup inevitably splashed onto Chen Lishu.
Chen Lishu was barely affected, but the server who was pulled away suddenly clutched his head and screamed loudly. The sharp cry made everyone present frown.
Su Nian said irritably, "Hey, why are you screaming? You're not the one who got hurt, it's our madam! What are you doing here as a server if you can't even handle such a small matter?"
As soon as her scolding voice fell, a man in uniform rushed in. Seeing the mess on the floor, he skillfully approached everyone, bowed, and said, "I'm truly sorry, I'm the manager of this hotel. This server has a special condition and some physical problems!
I apologize for the trouble caused. Miss, your clothes are covered in oil stains, why don't... the hotel has vacant rooms, I'll have staff take you to take a bath and change into new clothes. The losses tonight will be borne by our hotel!"
If it had been water that was spilled, it wouldn't have mattered much on a summer day, but the oily liquid on her body made Chen Lishu frown uncomfortably. She then stood up and said, "Let's go."
Upon hearing that the server had a problem, Su Nian couldn't utter her reprimand, so she could only say sullenly to Chen Lishu, "Madam, I'll go with you."
"Mm," Chen Lishu responded softly, and the two of them were led to a hotel room by the hotel manager.
Within five minutes, staff members brought clean clothes.
Chen Lishu eagerly entered the bathroom. The feeling of oil stains on her body was truly uncomfortable. She had to wash for more than ten minutes before it was almost clean. Just as she finished changing and came out of the bathroom, she heard footsteps outside the door.
"Su Nian." Hearing the well-trained footsteps, Chen Lishu's brows furrowed, and she softly called Su Nian's name, seeking some comfort!
Su Nian also seemed to notice the strangeness outside the door and quickly came to Chen Lishu's side, "Madam, perhaps these are hotel security guards. Don't worry."
No, no hotel would make such a commotion that it would disturb guests' rest. Chen Lishu immediately became alert, quietly listening to the footsteps outside, and suddenly realized that these people seemed to have stopped right outside their door.
"Hide!" Chen Lishu immediately gave the order. No matter how fast their actions were, they couldn't stop these people from suddenly barging into the room!
The door was kicked open, and four or five burly men walked in. They first looked around the room, and before Chen Lishu could question their purpose, they had already started attacking Su Nian.
Seeing a fist about to hit her face, Su Nian's brows tightened, her lips parted slightly, and she said coldly, "You're courting death!"
With that, she sidestepped to dodge the man's punch. Just as she was about to retaliate, she didn't expect the man to sweep her legs with a kick to her calf.
It seemed these people were skilled fighters; she couldn't underestimate them anymore.
Su Nian immediately became vigilant and then wrestled with them. She initially thought these people were just big and imposing but actually all show. However, as the subsequent moves became more strenuous, Su Nian realized she was wrong!
These people were not only quick but also seemed to have inexhaustible stamina, showing no signs of fatigue. Most importantly, their fighting techniques were ruthless, aiming for vital points with every strike, as if they were desperate gamblers.