Faced with Xu Teng's scrutiny, Yang Lili's brow furrowed. Though displeased, she politely extended her hand, gesturing for Xu Teng to sit.
"You must be President Yang? I've heard your name for a long time. Seeing you in person, you're much prettier than I imagined, and most importantly, kind-hearted. Shu Hong said you were going to help me seek justice?" After speaking, Xu Teng looked Yang Lili up and down with a covetous gaze.
If Chen Lishu was mature with a hint of sexiness, giving off an aura of untouchability, then this Yang Lili was pure sexiness, capable of arousing a man's desire at any moment!
With this thought, a flicker of calculation crossed Xu Teng's eyes as he quietly waited for Yang Lili to reveal the purpose of summoning him.
Yang Lili truly hadn't expected the man who appeared so honest to have so many hidden schemes. The continuous scrutiny made her uncomfortable, so she changed the subject. "I've heard a little about what happened in Gui Jia Village. I am very pained by your experiences. Coincidentally, Chen Lishu and I have some conflicts. As the saying goes, the enemy of my enemy is my friend. Why don't we join forces? Rest assured, I will seek justice for all the grievances you suffered in Gui Jia Village, as long as you obediently follow my instructions."
Xu Teng clasped his hands on the table and asked unhurriedly, "Why should I listen to you? What's in it for me if I help you?"
Benefits?
Hearing these words, a hint of dissatisfaction flashed in Yang Lili's eyes. She wondered what Shu Hong was even doing, bringing this person to her without even properly handling him? But it was fine; Xu Teng, a burly rural man, was easy to fool!
Yang Lili took a deep breath, a generous smile appearing on her face. Her thin lips parted, and she spoke softly, "After this is done, I can give you fifty thousand yuan as a reward. Oh, and I heard the old madam is still in the hospital, unconscious. I can help cover half of the medical expenses!"
Fifty thousand yuan wasn't much for someone working in the heart of Kyoto City; it was at most two or three years' worth of salary. But for a rural person like Xu Teng, fifty thousand yuan was enough for half a lifetime's earnings! Yang Lili considered her offer quite generous and expected Xu Teng to gratefully accept. However, things went completely contrary to her expectations. The smile on the man before her instantly vanished.
Xu Teng raised his voice and shouted, "President Yang, your offer is too unreasonable! I know how many industries Chen Lishu has. You can't just bully an honest person because I'm from the countryside!"
Yang Lili shivered, clearly startled by Xu Teng's rude behavior. She frowned and asked, "Then how much do you want?"
Xu Teng said without politeness, "Half of Chen Lishu's assets!"
Half of her assets! Wasn't that a greedy demand? Yang Lili's expression turned dark. But upon reflection, if they could bring down Shu Se Group, Xin Xin Group would dominate Kyoto. From a long-term perspective, it would still be a profitable venture!
Just as Yang Lili was about to agree, Xu Teng suddenly leaned across the table, narrowing the distance between them. Yang Lili could clearly see the pores on Xu Teng's face. Xu Teng's lips curved upwards slightly, revealing a smile he thought was handsome. "President Yang, I know splitting half of the assets is painful, and I won't make it difficult for you. I only have two goals in my life: one is to make money, and the other is to get married. How about you marry me? Then there's no need to divide the assets; we can own them together!"
The moment these words were spoken, the atmosphere fell into silence. The two were so close that Yang Lili could see Xu Teng's yellowed teeth and smell a strange odor. Her stomach churned, and she almost vomited. Yang Lili gave a dry heave and roared angrily towards the exit, "Security!"
As soon as she spoke, three burly guards in uniform entered. Yang Lili pointed her finger at Xu Teng and said, "Guards, throw him out!"
The guards looked in the direction Yang Lili was pointing, then grabbed Xu Teng from either side and dragged him out without any mercy. After he was gone, Yang Lili's anger had not subsided. She swept the documents on the table to the floor. Shu Hong was startled by this scene and retreated several steps in panic. The commotion also drew Yang Lili's attention, and she instantly redirected her anger toward Shu Hong.
"I gave you so much time, why couldn't you persuade Xu Teng to cooperate with us against Chen Lishu? How can someone with a brain like yours work in our company?" Shu Hong, being reprimanded in public, bit her lower lip indignantly. She had never instructed Xu Teng to work for Yang Lili! Compared to being someone's dog, she preferred to be the master of her own life! If she could obtain half of Chen Lishu's inheritance, she could use her charm to become Xu Teng's woman and enjoy the benefits of that half of the property. But she never expected Xu Teng to be so restless, falling for anyone he saw. And today, he was even acting inappropriately with Yang Lili in front of her! This made her profoundly realize that relying on others is not as good as relying on oneself!
With this thought, a cold glint flashed in Shu Hong's eyes, and she spoke indifferently, "President Yang, please don't be anxious. I also didn't expect Xu Teng to make such an exorbitant demand. I promise you here, within three days, I will make him obediently work for us!"
Yang Lili didn't believe Shu Hong, who had failed repeatedly. She tapped her fingers lightly on the table and asked, "Tell me your plan."
A coldness flashed in Shu Hong's deep eyes, and she said without politeness, "Let him experience the city's dazzling life and realize the importance of money! When he runs out of money, Xu Teng will naturally come looking for us. Then, all the control will be in our hands?"
"You saw it just now. He needs money, but not just a little. He wants half of Chen Lishu's assets! He's just coming forward as a witness and wants half? Is he treating our Xin Xin Group like a fool?"
This plan was no different from having no plan at all. An impatient expression appeared on Yang Lili's face. Just as she was about to dismiss Shu Hong to calm down, Shu Hong continued, "That's because he isn't desperate enough for money yet!"