The scene was at the Tianlong Chamber of Commerce.
A screen appeared before everyone, displaying a person in a black robe whose face was obscured.
Their entire form was hidden beneath the black robe. kuAiδugg
“Mr. Ye, we finally meet.”
The figure in the black robe spoke in a hoarse voice, revealing nothing about their identity.
“I want to know what your relationship is with the capital,” Ye Longlin said, sitting down, lighting a cigarette, and speaking slowly.
The person in the black robe fell silent, offering no response.
“If that’s the case, how do you think the situation in the capital is?”
Ye Longlin spoke again, a smile playing on his lips.
By the time of his silence, he already knew the origin of the Tianlong Chamber of Commerce.
The person in the black robe remained silent.
Ye Longlin smiled and then remained silent as well. Neither of them spoke first.
“The exchange of interests behind them is not something I can interfere with. We are merely merchants and do not participate in so-called power struggles.”
The person in the black robe finally spoke, their hoarse voice sending shivers down the spines of many present.
Ye Longlin said nothing more. With a flick of his finger, the screen shattered and the connection was lost.
There was nothing more to see at the Tianlong Chamber of Commerce. He already knew their origin and had no reason to stay any longer.
In the capital, there was an old residential area, which was the ancestral shrine of the Xu family and had a history of over a hundred years.
One of the most important reasons the Xu family could establish itself in the capital was the Tianlong Chamber of Commerce.
“Patriarch Xu, as a family among the Ten Elders, I don’t believe you truly don’t participate in these matters. You must know how much profit is generated through these exchanges of interests.
As a merchant family, you should naturally be aware of what happens during these transactions. So whether you participate or not, you are already entangled in this matter.
As far as I know, your Tianlong Chamber of Commerce in Star City is now in opposition to Ye Longlin. Do you think you can escape?”
In the main hall of the old mansion, a young man sat in a chair, holding a cup of tea and speaking with a smile.
“If you want to deal with Ye Longlin, don’t say you don’t have the qualifications. Your status as the chief counselor of the Qing Jun Association is not enough.”
Upon hearing this, the young man’s pupils contracted, and his expression turned grave in an instant.
The Xu family might be average in other aspects, even inferior to second-rate families, but the Xu family had money!
A lot of money!
If the Xu family fell, at least half of the corporate groups would face bankruptcy, and it might even trigger a financial crisis.
This was the Xu family!
“The world knows of the Great Xia’s Ten Elders, and behind them are the Ten Evergreen Trees. Not one of these Evergreen Trees is simple; each family is a dominant force in its respective industry. However, your Xu family is not.
There is a saying among the common people: ‘Money is made by the Xu family.’ This saying reveals the status of your family. But behind your Xu family is the largest intelligence organization in Great Xia!”
The Xu family patriarch’s eyes flashed with coldness before returning to normal. “I don’t know what you’re talking about.”
The young man smiled slightly. “Since we are a merchant family, let’s talk business.”
The Xu family patriarch asked with great interest, “Oh? What do you mean?”
“I want all intelligence regarding Ye Longlin. Name your price.”
…
Star City, Lakeside Villa.
“Ye Longlin, can’t you help Tian Ai? She is your wife!”
Even before returning home, Mu Hanqi had already called Ye Longlin, saying she had something to discuss with him. She hadn’t expected that her request upon his arrival would be about this.
Ye Longlin’s expression was somewhat grim. “Tell me in detail, what happened?”
Mu Hanqi sighed, her voice filled with sadness. “This afternoon, Tian Ai went to the Tianlong Chamber of Commerce for help. The vice president of the Tianlong Chamber of Commerce took a liking to Tian Ai and asked her to exchange her body for it!
Tian Ai is going through a very difficult time. No one can help her, and no one she can rely on. Last night, Tian Ai and I were together, and she cried all night. I felt heartbroken watching her.
I know you can help her. Please help her. She has suffered enough, and I don’t want to see her continue to suffer like this.”
Ye Longlin was silent, but a cold light flickered in his eyes.
Regardless, Lin Tian Ai was his ex-wife, and he had promised Uncle Lin that he would protect her. If this happened, how would he explain it to Uncle Lin?
“Yuan Gang.”
Ye Longlin called out.
Yuan Gang flashed out, “Your subordinate understands.”
Ye Longlin stood with his hands behind his back, looking at the lake before him, a cold light in his eyes.
Xu Dewen should know that Lin Tian Ai was his ex-wife, so was he testing him?
Or was this the Xu family’s intention?
“Tianji Hotel, 1402.”
Ye Longlin’s eyes flashed with coldness. “How do you know this so clearly?”
Mu Hanqi gave a wry smile. “Don’t you trust me yet? I accompanied her this afternoon.”
After all, she and Lin Tian Ai were best friends, so she didn’t want Lin Tian Ai to get into trouble. Moreover, she wanted to compete fairly with Lin Tian Ai. If Lin Tian Ai had an accident during this process, he would be the prime suspect.
Xu Dewen was very happy now. Although many people had died, his family had agreed to let him return to the capital. Wasn’t that something to be happy about?
Besides, tonight he had Lin Tian Ai to enjoy.
She was one of the Four Young Flowers.
“Tian Ai, as long as you agree to me, I can immediately use my influence to help you. Not only will Juling Group not perish, but it can also advance further. Think it over carefully. If you’ve made up your mind, come to my room and wait for me.”
Xu Dewen had never looked down on the people of Star City. To him, they were merely tools to be used.
“Shut up! I will never agree to you!”
Lin Tian Ai roared angrily, smashing her phone onto the bed with a bang.
Looking at the familiar room, tears fell from her eyes uncontrollably. She sat at the dressing table and murmured, “Dad, I’m so tired. I miss you.”
But before she could rest for a moment, the phone rang again.
“General Manager Lin, something has happened. The companies we managed to pacify have now terminated their cooperation. They refuse to agree to anything this time. Moreover, Governor Mo has asked us to repay the loan tomorrow morning. The deadline is tomorrow.”
After receiving this call, Lin Tian Ai’s face turned pale, and her eyes instantly lost focus.
“General Manager Lin, what should we do?”
Her assistant asked with a trembling voice.
“It’s a small problem. It will be resolved tomorrow. You can go home now; I have something to attend to here.”
After hanging up the phone, Lin Tian Ai’s body slowly slid to the floor.
“Dad, I’m sorry. I can’t let your life’s work be ruined by me. This is the last thing you left me.”