Chapter 516 The Plan Failed
Gao Wuye, too excited to even change, rushed in front of Chen Xuan and bowed deeply: "Mr. Chen, thank you for saving my life!"
He had treated Chen Xuan so poorly, yet Chen Xuan had saved him. Gao Wuye was a man who knew how to repay kindness, and this bow was from the bottom of his heart.
Chen Xuan was unaware of Gao Wuye's thoughts. However, due to their previous interactions and the fact that Gao Wuye's subordinate, Lu Shixun, had tried to force He Qiongshi to sleep with him, Chen Xuan still harbored some resentment towards Gao Wuye. He merely waved his hand dismissively.
Seeing the coldness on Chen Xuan's face, which seemed to push people away, Gao Wuye could only smile bitterly, a deep sense of regret growing within him.
From the fact that Chen Xuan had saved Old Master Gao and then chosen an ordinary antique from the treasure room, it was clear that Chen Xuan was not interested in material possessions. This made things very difficult for Gao Wuye. He was most afraid of Chen Xuan not wanting money, as money would have been easy to handle.
Suddenly, Chen Xuan's heart stirred, and he spoke, "If you really want to thank me, then help me with something."
Upon hearing this, Gao Wuye became extremely excited and hurriedly said, "Mr. Chen, just say the word! Even if it means going through fire and water, I will do it for you." He feared nothing more than Chen Xuan not asking for anything. As long as Chen Xuan asked, it would be manageable.
"Help me investigate Lu Shixun. Find out who told him to cause trouble for He Qiongshi," Chen Xuan said indifferently.
Gao Wuye was stunned for a moment, then immediately nodded, "Mr. Chen, rest assured, I will give you an explanation for this matter."
Chen Xuan looked at Gao Wuye's serious expression and surmised that Gao Wuye would not dare to shelter Lu Shixun.
Afterward, Gao Wuye passed on the task, and soon he received a phone call. He looked at Chen Xuan and said earnestly, "Mr. Chen, I've found out!"
"Who?"
"Shi Menglu from the Shi family!"
"It's her?" Chen Xuan frowned.
Gao Wuye explained, "According to Lu Shixun's confession, Shi Menglu was jealous that He Qiongshi secured the endorsement contract for Huoshi Cosmetics. She wanted to record a video of He Qiongshi sleeping with someone to ruin her reputation."
"How devious!" Chen Xuan gritted his teeth.
"Mr. Chen, would you like some help?" Gao Wuye asked with a smile.
Chen Xuan shook his head, "No need. It's just Shi Menglu."
Gao Wuye was taken aback. Shi Menglu was from the Shi family, and he himself found her troublesome. If it weren't for his desire to please Chen Xuan, he wouldn't have been willing to deal with the Shi family. Yet, listening to Chen Xuan's tone, Shi Menglu seemed to be nothing more than a minor pest.
Subsequently, Chen Xuan left Gao Wuye's residence, bid farewell by Gao Wuye and Young Master Gao.
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A five-star hotel.
On the table, the latest red Apple smartphone beeped, and its screen lit up, displaying an incoming message. Shi Menglu, who had been waiting for news all night, scrambled out of bed. It must be said that despite her malicious intentions, Shi Menglu had a great figure. She was wearing a purple silk nightgown, with a low neckline that revealed a deep cleavage. The hem of the skirt was slightly sheer, and her long legs were crossed, igniting desire.
She scurried over and checked her phone. It was a message from Lu Shixun, a video message. Looking at the video message, even without knowing the specific content, Shi Menglu was already brimming with excitement.
"You bitch, you don't even find a boyfriend in the entertainment industry. I really thought you were so pure. So you're also a slut. Let's see if you'll be just as wild when a man is riding you..."
She took a deep breath and eagerly prepared to open the video to watch He Qiongshi's disgraceful state of being ravaged by a man. However, at that moment, a voice message followed.
"Miss He, the plan has failed. This is also the last time I will help your Shi family." As someone from Jiangnan Province, if he had to choose between the He family and the Gao family, Lu Shixun would undoubtedly choose the Gao family, as the Shi family's influence was limited.
"Failed?" Shi Menglu's expression froze. It was hard to believe. She listened to Lu Shixun's voice message again to confirm the plan had failed! She was unwilling to accept this and sent several messages to Lu Shixun, but they were like stones sinking into the sea. Lu Shixun had gone incommunicado, not replying to her calls or WeChat messages.
She accidentally opened the video Lu Shixun had sent earlier. In the video, He Qiongshi was nearly assaulted by Lu Shixun, but suddenly, a figure burst forth, and even Lu Shixun was severely beaten. Seeing the figure on the phone screen, He Qiongshi was first taken aback, and then her beautiful eyes widened instantly! Chen Xuan?!
"It's this live-in son-in-law again!"
"I'm going to kill you! I'm going to kill you! I'll make you wish you were dead!" Staring at Chen Xuan's image on the screen, Shi Menglu hated him to the bone, her eyes burning with the desire to devour him alive. She had never imagined that it was Chen Xuan who had caused her perfect plan to fail!
With the plan in ruins, Shi Menglu not only couldn't deal with He Qiongshi but also seemed unable to obtain the endorsement contract. Currently, Huoshi Cosmetics' products were winning awards abroad, and domestic celebrities had already hailed Huoshi Cosmetics as the future hope of China's cosmetics industry! If she could become the spokesperson for Huoshi Cosmetics, He Qiongshi had the opportunity to become a superstar and break into the international market, which was of great significance. But all hope was dashed.
Unwilling to accept defeat, Shi Menglu found her agent, Sister Mei, who lived next door, to discuss countermeasures. Sister Mei was also surprised that the plan had failed. After a moment of silence, Sister Mei suddenly looked at Shi Menglu and said gravely, "Lulu, send me that video. Let me see it quickly."
Shi Menglu sighed, "The video didn't capture anything. Not even a bit was revealed." According to the original plan, Shi Menglu intended to film a video of He Qiongshi selling herself. Once released, He Qiongshi would not only be unable to get advertisements but would also be unable to continue in the entertainment industry. Huoshi Cosmetics would eventually have to beg her, but everything was ruined by Chen Xuan.
However, Shi Menglu, though not holding out much hope, still sent the video to Sister Mei's phone. Agent Sister Mei was clearly experienced and knowledgeable. After watching the video once, a flicker of light appeared in her eyes, "Lulu, perhaps there's still something we can do."
Shi Menglu was stunned and incredulously asked, "Sister Mei, are you sure?"
Sister Mei grinned sinisterly, "Of course, I'm sure. Although this video didn't reveal anything, it contains clips of Lu Shixun forcing He Qiongshi to sleep with him, and clips of Lu Shixun pressing He Qiongshi on the bed. That's enough. As long as we edit these two clips together, it will definitely become headline news."
"Sister Mei, you're absolutely right. Who cares about the truth these days? As long as we edit it together, more than half the people will believe it." Shi Menglu's beautiful eyes widened instantly, she was so excited she almost jumped up. A faint purple aura surged across her delicate face, making her look unusually ferocious for some reason.
Sister Mei nodded and quickly stood up, "I'll find someone right now to edit the video and release it online through illicit channels."
A cold glint flashed in Shi Menglu's eyes, and she suddenly stopped Sister Mei, "Sister Mei, wait a moment."
"What is it?" Sister Mei frowned and looked back at Shi Menglu.
"Sister Mei, after you have someone edit the video, don't release it in a hurry," Shi Menglu said with a half-smile.
Sister Mei was taken aback.
Shi Menglu's beautiful eyes flashed with a cold light, "I want to wait until He Qiongshi's commercial for Huoshi Cosmetics is released, and then I will release this video!"
"I want He Qiongshi to be ruined!"
"I want Huoshi Cosmetics to regret their choice for the rest of their lives!"
"I want them all to be finished!"
Her chilling, bone-piercing voice made the entire room feel like an ice cellar!