Zhang Ling'er.
A financier from the capital, Zhang Ling'er was equally famous in Financial Street as Diana. The two had known each other for five years and had always been rivals. To Ye Lin's surprise, she had managed to bring Zhang Ling'er over.
Zhang Ling'er adjusted her glasses and smiled, "Long time no see, Diana."
Diana nodded, "Yes, long time no see. Zhang, are you going to be my opponent again this time? We agreed to team up next time."
Zhang Ling'er shrugged helplessly, "Perhaps you should know the Ye family. I can't resist them, so I'm sorry, Diana. I also want to see what abilities you possess to be called the Black Widow. We've competed so many times without a clear winner. Let's see who is more skilled this time."
She had been forcefully invited by Ye Lin. If she refused, Ye Lin would use the Ye family's influence to completely blackball her. Thus, she felt helpless. Facing such a colossal entity as the Ye family, Zhang Ling'er had no choice but to comply.
Ye Lin looked at Ye Longlin and chuckled, "I already have fifty billion yuan in funds on my side. Do you think you can gather fifty billion?"
Diana stood up, "Mr. Ye, as agreed before, you said I could invest fifty billion. Is the twenty percent still valid?"
Ye Longlin nodded, "Of course."
Diana stared directly at Zhang Ling'er, her eyes glinting with fire, "I will personally invest fifty billion in Juling Group."
This brought both sides to have fifty billion in capital on the surface, essentially making them even.
In reality, either of them could have initiated this business war independently and wouldn't have needed to bother with the funds from Xingcheng. However, on Xingcheng's territory, they had to abide by Xingcheng's rules.
"Heh, since neither of you can make a move, let me go first. I represent Zhang Group and will invest one hundred billion in Yuanzhan Capital and fifty billion in Juling Group. I hope neither of you will find it too little."
Zhang Xiao looked at the scene and chuckled as he spoke.
His words caused a massive stir. Everyone looked at Zhang Xiao in disbelief, never expecting him to openly support Ye Longlin.
They had no prior connection reported.
One hundred and fifty billion!
It was a considerable sum. In normal times, it would be enough to acquire a listed company. However, in this business war, it would barely make a ripple.
"Chairman Zhang, you should reconsider. Your one hundred and fifty billion will barely make a splash and will likely go to waste, ultimately benefiting Director Ye. You might as well invest directly in Director Ye."
"Chairman Zhang, please think again. We have all agreed to invest in Director Ye's side. Your actions make it difficult for us."
"I withdraw from the Huangchao Chamber of Commerce."
Suddenly, a small, thin figure from the crowd spoke.
At these words, many people present fell silent. A cold glint flashed in Zhang Xiao's eyes, but he said with a smile, "It's fine, it's fine. It is your freedom."
Ye Lin turned to Zhang Xiao and smiled, "Chairman Zhang, if you regret it now, there's still time. I, Ye Lin, am not that kind of person. If you apologize, I can allow you to re-invest."
Then came a barrage of flattery.
"Director Ye is so generous. People from the capital are truly different. They don't hold grudges and are willing to give chances even now."
"Yes, Chairman Zhang, Director Ye is willing to give you a chance. Don't invest in them. What if it's lost? That's one hundred and fifty billion."
"Chairman Zhang, if I'm not mistaken, a significant portion of your funds are loans. If your investment fails, you'll be in deep debt, and even Zhang Group could disintegrate due to your decision."
Just as they thought Zhang Xiao would switch sides, Zhang Xiao smiled, "As the helmsman of a group, I am aware of what I am doing. You don't need to worry about it."
Ye Lin glared at him, sneering, "Chairman Zhang, I, Ye Lin, am magnanimous. As long as the war hasn't officially begun, you can come to me. I am willing to accept you."
Zhang Xiao smiled, "Then thank you."
Ye Lin snorted and turned back into the banquet.
She hosted this banquet to let Ye Longlin know that both Juling Group and Yuanzhan Capital were facing an overwhelming situation. Moreover, she wanted all companies and groups in Xingcheng to participate and invest in Meihua Group, creating a scenario of isolation and helplessness.
There were many companies in Xingcheng. With each group investing a few hundred million, this snowball effect would grow, making it easier to crush Juling Group and Yuanzhan Capital.
Ye Lin stood on the high platform, delivered some customary remarks, and then officially got to the main topic.
"Alright, next, in front of you, there is a fundraising box, and in front of everyone, there is an intention to invest form. You can write down your company and the investment amount, and we will announce it later."
This was Ye Lin's moment to humiliate Ye Longlin, and she would not hold back at all.
At this moment, Bai Wushuang and Huo Lianying walked over and inquired, "Mr. Ye, do you have confidence?"
Friendship was friendship, and friends were friends. Although they also wanted to support Ye Longlin, without any information, they were naturally inclined to support Meihua Group.
They had no quarrel with money.
However, Ye Longlin had saved Old Master Bai, and the Bai family had to repay that favor.
"I never force anyone, but I will give you a piece of advice: Meihua Group is not controlled by Ye Lin alone."
After saying this, Ye Longlin didn't converse further with them. The two exchanged glances, unsure if they understood Ye Longlin's meaning.
Lin Tian'ai watched quietly, showing no desire to converse. Mu Hanqi was the same.
In another group of people, Wang Xiulan and Mu Ye exchanged a look and smiled at each other.
Ye Lin looked down at Ye Longlin with disdain, "My good brother, do you really want to engage in fratricide? If you are willing to apologize to me, I might consider sparing you."
Ye Longlin: "Scram!"
Ye Lin did not get angry, "Do you, elder brother, believe you will win this war?"
"Hahaha, look, the whole of Xingcheng is supporting me, Ye Lin. Tell me, how can I lose?"
Once he lost, Juling Group and Yuanzhan Capital would immediately become true capital giants. After all, the hundreds of billions involved in this battle would eventually flow into these three companies. Whoever won would hold the key to wealth.
This money was the circulating capital of the entire Xingcheng. Hundreds of billions in assets were enough to transform a company into a capital powerhouse overnight!
And... there were also many bank loans. The impact on banks would also be significant.
"You shouldn't have provoked me. I never took you seriously, but you kept jumping around like a clown."