Chapter 362: Chapter 360: Tip of the Needle Against the Point of the Wheat
"The Xingrui Clubhouse is an investment of our Tianyao Group. Didn’t you know?"
Jian Xi raised an eyebrow. "And? Are you planning to abuse your authority to kick me out?"
"Exactly!"
Fu Wenxin directly ordered the bodyguards beside him, "Escort her out."
"I’m sorry, but unless I meet Yang Jinyu of Zhuoyue Technology today, no one is sending me away."
Wang Hao and the others Jian Xi had brought stood opposite them. They swiftly twisted the bodyguards’ arms, pinning them down. "Don’t move."
Fu Wenxin turned livid at the sight.
"Jian Xi! Are you trying to rebel?"
The commotion was so loud it disturbed everyone on the floor. Many executives came out to see what was happening.
Jian Xi, completely unfazed, retorted, "Chairman Fu, your methods are quite unsightly. Frankly, it’s disgusting. Tianyao Group and Jian Group are currently engaged in healthy competition. Chip performance, pricing, after-sales service, and the rebates and commissions each company can offer—these are all known figures. There’s no need to make things so unpleasant, let alone detain someone. What are you trying to achieve?"
"Playing at imprisonment?"
Jian Xi sneered, her eyes full of contempt.
Fu Wenxin’s face turned beet red with anger.
His expression beneath the mask was unknown, but he kept coughing.
"You... you... such a sharp tongue."
"Don’t think you can act so recklessly before me just because Fu Shengyuan shows some interest in you. I’m not dead yet! It’s not the Fu Family’s turn to..."
"What a joke! We’re discussing competition between two groups. How does this involve your Fu Family? Chairman Fu, have you been away from managing the company for so long that your mind has become muddled? You are you, and I am I! And don’t even bring Fu Shengyuan into this! Even if there *were* something between us, it’s hardly your place to point fingers! You’re just an elder, not my actual father or mother!"
Jian Xi was merciless in her retort.
Fu Wenxin pointed at Jian Xi, speechless for a long moment.
The onlookers couldn’t help but cover their mouths to stifle their snickers.
"So the Fu Family actually harbors such intentions! It seems they tried to annex Jian Group through Jian Xi, failed, and are now resorting to underhanded tactics! How despicable!"
"I know about Zhuoyue Technology’s one-billion-dollar order. It’s all healthy competition. There’s no need to make such an ugly scene, much less detain someone and prevent them from meeting others. What’s this all about?"
"That’s Fu Wenxin for you; he always stops at nothing to achieve his goals. It’s understandable, I suppose."
"He’s really kicked an iron plate this time. Haven’t you seen? Jian Xi is surrounded by top-tier people. Those bodyguards aren’t easy to hire! I heard each one costs a fortune, and she has four or five of them—enough to take down twenty ordinary bodyguards. What a display of force!"
"I just wonder who will win in the end!"
Hearing this, Jian Xi also laughed. "I’m also curious who will ultimately win. Director Yang, why don’t you come out and enlighten us?"
Yang Jinyu squeezed through the crowd.
He was a tall, thin man with glasses and a crew cut. Though not strikingly handsome, he looked energetic, and his eyes were exceptionally sharp. He scanned everyone present before his gaze finally settled on Jian Xi.
With one hand in his suit pocket, Yang Jinyu awkwardly touched his nose. "I didn’t expect Miss Jian to recognize me."
"Although I’ve never met you, Director Yang, I believe you’re a respectable man. You wouldn’t just ignore such a large commotion caused on your account. You’d have to come see what’s happening, wouldn’t you?"
Jian Xi smiled. "It’s rather amusing to meet under these circumstances. However, Chairman Fu seems quite averse to my presence in a clubhouse invested by Tianyao Group. Perhaps we should change venues?"
She recalled Haohan Group had invested in a very nice clubhouse.
Yang Jinyu glanced at Fu Wenxin. Jian Xi walked right up to Yang Jinyu and, right in front of Fu Wenxin, began to lead him away.
"Director Yang, listening to more options and seeing more possibilities will only benefit your company. There’s no need to commit to just one choice. Rest assured, if you still wish to choose Tianyao Group after our discussion tonight, Jian Group will not utter a single word of complaint."
Jian Xi’s words carried weight.
Fu Wenxin searched for an excuse to make them stay.
"Chairman Fu, Miss Jian is right. When it comes to cooperation, it’s always best to explore all options."
The primary reason was the unspoken pressure from the bodyguards standing beside Jian Xi.
Under the watchful eyes of her bodyguards maintaining order, Jian Xi left with Yang Jinyu.
「At the other clubhouse.」
It was peaceful and quiet; there wasn’t another soul on the entire floor.
Jian Xi poured Yang Jinyu a glass of wine. Her face bore a graceful, dignified smile, and she exuded the charm and confidence of a young lady from a wealthy, well-bred family. Every gesture was the epitome of elegance.
"Truly deserving of her reputation as Beijing’s renowned beauty, Miss Jian. Your poise is extraordinary and captivating."
"Just a divorced woman," Jian Xi said with a slight curl of her lips, completely unfazed by such superficial pleasantries. "This is the information I’ve prepared for your review. It includes the benefits Jian Group can offer. Additionally, there’s this document, which I hope you’ll study carefully."
As Jian Xi spoke, she handed over three documents.
While Yang Jinyu skimmed through them, Jian Xi sipped her red wine and began slowly, "A one-billion-dollar order—I trust, Director Yang, that this wasn’t a decision made on a whim. I’ve also researched your company’s business dealings and understand that you don’t intend to limit yourselves to just the home appliance industry in the future..."
Jian Xi hadn’t finished speaking when Yang Jinyu cut her off coldly, "Miss Jian, intelligence is a virtue, but excessive meddling is a major misstep."
With that, he stopped looking at the documents and tossed them onto the table. "Zhuoyue Technology is focused on making intelligent home installations the leading standard in the country, with an eye on the overseas market in the future! We have no other aspirations. Don’t waste your time researching other areas."
Saying this, he coldly picked up his coat and turned to leave.
Jian Xi was baffled by his inexplicable anger, an unsettling and indescribable feeling churning within her.
Secretary Lin entered. "What’s wrong? Was he dissatisfied with the project proposal we rushed to prepare?"
"No, it must be my mistake."
Jian Xi couldn’t pinpoint where she had gone wrong.
At that moment, she wished she could consult her big brother or Si Yuhuan, but both men seemed to have vanished into thin air, leaving no word.
Secretary Lin dutifully remained with her in the office, which made Jian Xi feel rather awkward. "You should go home and rest," she said.
"And you, Miss Jian?"
He displayed a strong sense of responsibility, seemingly determined not to leave until Jian Xi did.
"There’s a lounge in the office. I’ll manage here. Please, don’t worry and head back."
The company’s security system was excellent. Hearing this, Secretary Lin nodded. "Very well, Miss Jian. If you need anything, I’m available twenty-four-seven. My phone will remain on."
"Alright."
There was no denying it; the elite individuals her big brother surrounded himself with were truly dedicated.
After seeing Secretary Lin off, Jian Xi quickly called Wan Yu.
RING RING—
Wan Yu’s line was busy, giving Jian Xi an ominous feeling.
She tried calling several more times, but no one answered.
That girl... she hasn’t gotten into some kind of trouble, has she?