While two people were secretly competing over the acquisition of ham sausages, the office door was suddenly pushed open.
At this moment, Qin Yue had lost all her pampered young lady demeanor. With red eyes and a disheveled appearance, she collapsed before Chen Lishu and menacingly accused, "Our situation is already so dire, and you're still determined to force us to hand over the company? We are orphans, without parents. Our only support has been overthrown by you. Have you considered that without this company, we might starve to death! If this matter gets exposed, do you think your reputation will remain intact?"
Facing Qin Yue's accusations, Chen Lishu clasped her hands under her chin and coldly retorted, "Miss Qin clearly doesn't involve herself in the company's affairs. Your company's capital chain is broken, your reputation is ruined, and you don't have the funds for public relations. This means no one dares to buy your company's products anymore! In everyone's eyes, your company is notorious. Who knows if there will be other product issues? Rather than letting these products rot in the warehouse, it's better to sell them to me. I can provide some funds to help you plug the current deficit!"
Although Chen Lishu's words were cold, they were not without reason. Qin Lan tightly clenched his fists, understanding that he had lost this battle and had no room to turn things around. Instead of making things more difficult, it was better to find a compromise. After a moment of thought, he slowly raised his head and said with a sinister gaze, "This matter is of great importance. I need to consider it carefully. I will get back to you in a couple of days!"
"Alright," Chen Lishu agreed readily. Since all the important points had been discussed, she had no desire to linger. She then turned and left the office with Su Nian. After they left, Qin Lan could no longer control his anger. He picked up the recording pen he had prepared and smashed it fiercely onto the ground, cursing, "Bitch!"
Qin Yue, seeing Qin Lan's furious state, tearfully approached him and asked, "Brother, are we really going to hand over the company? We've already incurred so much debt. Without the company, how will we earn a living? I don't want to live like a poor person. Brother, can you see if any old friends can help us? I don't want to not be able to afford food in the future. I don't care, you need to think of a way!"
Qin Lan was already frustrated enough. Hearing Qin Yue's incessant rambling, his brows furrowed tightly. Without any hesitation, he slapped her across the face. The crisp, loud sound echoed in the office. Qin Yue, with an expression of disbelief, covered her cheek with her hand, her eyes filling with tears, and asked, "You hit me? You actually dared to hit me! Aren't you the one who spoils me the most? Now you've hit me!"
Qin Lan sneered and, in a fit of pique, declared, "This slap is light. If it weren't for you provoking Chen Lishu, how would we have fallen into such a dire situation?! I originally wanted to use our godfather's influence to develop the company internationally. Because you offended Chen Lishu, our godfather was implicated by you, not to mention my dream of expanding the company abroad was also ruined! I'm telling you, the company must be handed over. Only by using this money to cover the losses can our lives not become too difficult. Whether we beg for food or find menial work in the future is uncertain. If you can live like this, then live. If you can't, then pack your things and get out now!"
Hearing Qin Lan shift all the blame onto her, Qin Yue could no longer hold back her sobs and burst into tears. However, after crying for more than ten minutes, Qin Lan showed no reaction. She could only put away her tearful expression, hesitate for a moment, and then, clenching her fists, said, "This is my fault, and I will make amends. I won't let Chen Lishu take back the company!" With that, Qin Yue turned and left the office.
Qin Lan watched her departing back. He was stunned for a moment, and then a sense of foreboding washed over him. Would Qin Yue end up dragging his life down with her as well? He thought about sending someone to chase Qin Yue back, but then he considered that after the company's significant setback, many employees had already resigned. Who was left to command? Thus, Qin Lan sat on the ground, looking utterly dejected, as if giving up the fight.
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Meanwhile, at the Dynasty Grand Hotel, Qin Yue had already sent people to inquire. Gu Xingdong was stationed there on a mission. Using her identity as a soldier, she quickly entered the hotel. She staked out the front desk for about ten minutes before finally spotting Gu Xingdong.
"Brother Gu!" Qin Yue's eyes lit up, and she excitedly ran towards Gu Xingdong. Gu Xingdong looked at Qin Yue's figure, his brows furrowed tightly. He then gestured to a subordinate beside him, and immediately someone blocked Qin Yue about a meter away.
"Brother Gu, I have something important to tell you. Please, listen to me. If you refuse to help me, I might die!" After saying this, Qin Yue's tears began to fall like pearls from a broken string. This scene attracted the attention of others in the hall, and many cast strange glances in the direction of Qin Yue and Gu Xingdong. Gu Xingdong paid no mind to their gazes. He coldly said to Qin Yue, "What does your life or death have to do with me? I haven't pursued your actions, and considering your deeds, not holding you accountable is the greatest favor. Don't be an eyesore here, or I have a hundred ways to make you leave the capital!"
"Brother Gu, do you have to be so cold? We were colleagues in the army for several years, and our relationship was quite harmonious, wasn't it? It's all because of that bitch Chen Lishu that we've drifted so far apart! Brother Gu, please ask Chen Lishu to stop, to stop targeting my brother's company. Our company is on the verge of collapse, and we won't even be able to afford food. Isn't this pushing us to our deaths? As long as you can make Chen Lishu stop, I will agree to any of your requests. I won't ask for your wife's position; even a clandestine relationship would be fine!" After saying this, Qin Yue provocatively tilted her head and winked at Gu Xingdong with a gaze that could almost weave a silken thread.
She thought that by lowering her status and using her looks, Gu Xingdong would at least consider her request. To her surprise, instead of considering it, he simply said coldly to the person beside him, "Throw her out. Don't let me see her again!"