Mu Teng's expression was somewhat solemn as he spoke again, "Miss Mu has invited CEO Gao to dine with her tonight."
Fu Siye's expression immediately turned grim. He said nothing.
Mu Teng spoke again, "CEO Gao, that is Gao Zhusheng. He has a terrible personality and has committed countless evil deeds. Who knows how many women he has drugged in secret. Moreover, I just heard Gao's assistant say that he gets to decide the location. In that case, this matter might..."
He stopped there, having made his point clear.
Mu Yinyin might be in danger tonight.
Fu Siye's face darkened further, but he still spoke coldly, "Isn't Jiang Ling following her?"
"CEO Gao hates men the most. If President Mu actively invites him, it's definitely because she has something to discuss with CEO Gao. He would never allow President Jiang to come along."
Fu Siye's gaze suddenly became exceptionally sharp.
He pursed his lips, not saying a word.
With that, Mu Teng naturally wouldn't say any more.
...
Time continued to pass.
It was finally time for Mu Yinyin to leave. The location Yun He had chosen wasn't far, only a half-hour drive.
However... just as she was about to leave, Jiang Ling suddenly returned.
His expression was unusually grave. Seeing Mu Yinyin walking out in high heels, he said in a deep voice, "Yinyin."
Just those two words, his tone was somewhat urgent.
Mu Yinyin's steps faltered slightly. She turned to look at him and, seeing his serious gaze, sighed, "I know you're worried about me, but the arrow is already nocked and must be fired. I will protect myself. Meng Tao knows martial arts and will protect me."
Of course, Mu Yinyin herself also knew martial arts.
Jiang Ling frowned and spoke in a deep voice again, "You know his personality too well. If you go today, you will..."
Before he could finish, Mu Yinyin interrupted with a frown, "Jiang Ling."
These two words, her voice wasn't loud, but it carried a hint of weariness and helplessness.
She took a slight breath and said, "This is the only way. If we keep delaying, the auction day will only get closer. Do you think Xiao Qi's condition can afford further delay?"
Jiang Ling fell silent again.
Mu Yinyin pursed her lips, "Nothing is more important than her life."
After speaking, Mu Yinyin patted his shoulder, clearly conveying that Jiang Ling should not stop her.
Perhaps there would be no problem when they met later, so sometimes one shouldn't think too negatively.
But.
If there were problems, one would have to face them head-on.
To put it in the worst-case scenario, if enduring a little hardship could save Gu Xiaoqi's life, Mu Yinyin would naturally be willing.
Seeing that Jiang Ling remained silent this time, his expression extremely complicated, Mu Yinyin spoke directly, "You don't need to come in with me. Otherwise, I fear everything will be in vain."
Jiang Ling's lips parted. From the moment they decided to approach Gao Zhusheng, he had felt a deep sense of helplessness.
He now had absolutely no strength to refute anything.
Even though Fanxing had grown rapidly and was quite excellent these past two days, compared to Gao Zhusheng's company, the difference was not even a little bit.
Therefore, they could only negotiate.
There was truly no other way but to negotiate.
At this moment, he felt indescribably distressed, but...
He had no choice but to quickly follow.
He got into the car with Mu Yinyin.
Mu Yinyin's expression was somewhat solemn. She looked at Jiang Ling.
Jiang Ling sighed, "Yinyin, I know this concerns Xiao Qi's life, and I know your efforts. That's why I can't be the one to mess things up. But if you ask me to wait here instead of following you, I can't do it."
Mu Yinyin's eyes flickered, but before she could say anything, Jiang Ling spoke again, "I won't go in."
These four words were a promise, yet they carried a deep sense of worry.
Mu Yinyin was helpless and could only slowly say, "Okay."
With that single word, she said no more.
Furthermore, she couldn't offer any guarantees.
She also didn't know what she would face later.
Because Gu Xiaoqi's life was involved, Mu Yinyin didn't dare to act recklessly. If it were something less critical, she might have chosen other methods.
Regardless, she would have to play it by ear later.
The entire journey, Mu Yinyin and Jiang Ling spoke no words.
Jiang Ling several times seemed about to speak, but he knew that saying more would be futile.
Just as Mu Yinyin had said.
The arrow was nocked and had to be fired.
Finally, they reached their destination.
They got out of the car together and went upstairs.
After exiting the elevator, Mu Yinyin looked at Jiang Ling, "Boss Jiang..."
These three words conveyed a very clear meaning.
Jiang Ling sighed, "I know."
Mu Yinyin gave him a look of complex emotion and said nothing more, leading Meng Tao towards the reserved private room.
She knocked gently on the door.
Yun He immediately came to open it for her. Seeing that Mu Yinyin was indeed the person in the photos he had given to Gao Zhusheng, he finally breathed a sigh of relief.
He was also afraid that if the information was fake and an ugly woman showed up, his boss might have him fired.
Yun He looked at Mu Yinyin and said faintly, "President Mu, please come in."
Mu Yinyin nodded.
As she looked inside, she saw a greasy middle-aged man in a suit sitting at the dining table. The moment he saw Mu Yinyin, his eyes lit up, and he became incredibly excited.
She was truly a stunning beauty!
An absolute stunner!
Gao Zhusheng immediately stood up and said with a smile, "It's a great honor to meet President Mu here."
As he spoke, he stepped forward and extended a plump hand towards Mu Yinyin.
Meng Tao's brow subtly furrowed, and displeasure flashed in her eyes.
This man truly lacked respect!
Normally, when men and women shake hands, the woman should initiate, and the man should respond. But this Gao Zhusheng was so brazen as to initiate the handshake.
Moreover, looking at his lecherous hand, it was clear he wasn't merely intending a polite handshake, but rather to take advantage of her!
Although Mu Yinyin was also displeased, she still extended her hand. The man's eyes brightened, and he instantly grasped Mu Yinyin's hand, encompassing her soft hand entirely. His eyes held a strong sense of possession, "President Mu's hand is so soft."
Mu Yinyin's smile stiffened, and she withdrew her hand.
Although Gao Zhusheng didn't want to let go, the little rabbit had just arrived, and he couldn't be too aggressive from the start. He didn't press the issue and said with a chuckle, "Sit, please sit."