Chapter 462 - 278: He Is Really Charming

Fang Jie was taken aback for a moment, then she understood what he meant.

"He’s trying to do the cat’s job for it. What a meddler."

"Tell me about it."

Zhang Shiping’s face darkened, and his expression became unnatural.

"You guys chat. I’m leaving. But based on the performances here, besides the University of Science and Technology, Shida’s performance was also excellent. It’s really hard to say who will take first place."

Leaving them with that, Zhang Shiping walked away.

"What a fucking dog," Lu Junjie cursed.

"Just a moment ago, he was saying he could get the University of Science and Technology first place, and now he’s saying Shida is great too."

Even though Lu Junjie hadn’t graduated from university yet, he could still understand these kinds of rhetorical tricks.

"I was right to divorce him back then. He’s just a petty little man. I wish brother-in-law had cursed him out even more harshly just now. It would’ve let me vent a little."

"Don’t be ridiculous. Is your sis—brother-in-law the kind of person with no class?"

Fang Jie was a little nervous; the term "brother-in-law" had just slipped out.

"True, but that was still a satisfying jab. He didn’t even dare to stick around."

"He’s not much to look at, but he sure can bullshit. Anyone who didn’t know better would think he organized this event."

"But then again, his connections seem to be actually pretty decent," Lu Junjie said.

"I heard that after he came back, he worked at a TV station, then did some media work. He knows all sorts of people. Look at him..."

Lu Junjie pointed to Zhang Shiping, who wasn’t far away. "That guy seems to be the person in charge of the event."

Looking at the person talking with Zhang Shiping, Lin Jiang found him familiar. He seemed to have seen him at Qiu Yunong’s company before.

’This makes things much easier. I don’t have to get in touch with Qiu Yunong now.’

Just then, the three of them saw Zhang Shiping walking back toward them.

"Junjie, I just went to put in a good word for you, but his thoughts are the same as mine. He also thinks Shida is quite good, so it’s hard to say who will get first place."

"I’ll leave it to fate then. I won’t force it," Lu Junjie said nonchalantly.

"Let’s see. I’ll go talk to him again later. It probably won’t be a problem, but Shida is indeed very strong."

"Holy shit!"

Lin Jiang raised his voice again.

"What’s wrong?" Fang Jie asked with concern, her gesture intimate.

"Look at the ceiling. I think I see a cow flying. Who the fuck is slinging so much bull it learned how to fly?"

Zhang Shiping’s face grew dark.

He could tolerate it the first time, but now it was happening again. He was starting to lose face.

"Fang Jie, I’m not against you finding someone new, but sometimes, you need to be pickier. You can’t just find any random person."

"Your concern is a bit unnecessary. I found the best ophthalmologist and had her eyes fixed."

"What was wrong with her eyes?"

"She used to be a little blind, but she’s all better now. She sees people very clearly—can tell if they’re a person or a dog at a single glance."

"Could you please be a little more polite when you speak."

"Not a chance."

With that, Lin Jiang patted Lu Junjie’s shoulder and pointed at the man who had been talking to Zhang Shiping.

"Go get that man. Just tell him I’m calling for him."

"Huh?"

Lu Junjie looked at Lin Jiang. "Will he actually come?"

"Just do as I say."

"Oh, okay."

Lu Junjie got up and walked over, nervous and reserved.

After they exchanged a few whispered words, the man in casual clothes glanced toward Lin Jiang and immediately hurried over.

Zhang Shiping looked at Lin Jiang, then at the approaching Zhao Wenwei, momentarily confused about what was happening.

"President Lin, I’m a specialist from Jumping Candy’s marketing department. My name is Zhao Wenwei."

Lu Junjie sucked in a sharp breath.

’What kind of person is my brother-in-law?’

’The person in charge of the event actually called him President Lin?’

’And he seemed really afraid of him?’

Zhang Shiping, standing to the side, was also stunned for a good while.

When he was speaking to him, Zhao Wenwei certainly didn’t have this attitude.

Lin Jiang nodded and glanced at Zhang Shiping. "What did he say to you?"

"Well..."

Zhao Wenwei sensed the atmosphere was a bit strange and couldn’t quite grasp the situation.

"Director Zhang said that Shida’s team performed well."

"Meaning he wanted you to give Shida’s team special consideration."

Lin Jiang laid it all out, not sparing Zhang Shiping any face.

"No, no, no, how could that be possible."

Zhao Wenwei broke out in a cold sweat, finally understanding the situation clearly.

"The competition we’re hosting is definitely fair and impartial. We could never change the results just because of a few words from someone. That would make it a joke."

"You’re right about that. That’s the whole purpose of us holding this event," Lin Jiang said.

"However, the University of Science and Technology’s performance was also indeed quite good, very commendable."

Zhao Wenwei understood immediately. "President Lin is right. I’ve been keeping an eye on their team. They are indeed excellent."

Zhang Shiping’s mouth twitched. He never imagined that this cheerleading competition was actually organized by him!

’A total face-slap!’

’A wolf in sheep’s clothing!’

’What a dirty fucking player! Shit!’

"Also, this is an official national competition. We should clear out some of the unqualified independent media. There are too many people. Having them here is like having flies buzzing around, BUZZ BUZZ BUZZ, it’s annoying."

Zhao Wenwei’s heart skipped a beat. ’President Lin really has a temper.’

He didn’t leave Zhang Shiping a shred of dignity.

"Understood."

Zhao Wenwei’s smile vanished, and he looked at Zhang Shiping with a serious expression.

"Director Zhang, about today’s event..."

He didn’t need to finish his sentence; everyone understood what he meant.

"Fine, I’ll leave. But our collaboration will be impossible now."

"We can contact other media outlets. Director Zhang, I can only apologize."

Zhang Shiping snorted coldly and turned to leave.

"Alright, go on and get busy. I don’t need anything else."

"Understood, President Lin."

Zhao Wenwei left, and Lu Junjie looked at Lin Jiang.

"Brother-in-law, your company organized this event?"

"To be precise, a company I invested in organized it."

"That’s so fucking awesome! This is great! Our win is practically guaranteed now."

"It’s hard to say. What if Shida has an extraordinary performance?"

"What extraordinary performance? They’re all six of one, half a dozen of the other. Neither is stronger than the other."

"Then tell me, in the future, with your sister..."

"Spank her! You don’t need to give anyone face!"

"The University of Science and Technology must be the champion!"

Fang Jie rolled her eyes repeatedly, really wanting to kick Lu Junjie.

’Now he has even more of a reason.’

’Isn’t my ass going to be ravaged to death by him?’

"Things here should be pretty much settled. Why don’t you go talk to them?"

"Alright. You guys wait here for me."

"Mhm, go ahead."

Fang Jie left, and Lin Jiang and Lu Junjie sat on the side, watching the competition.

[Wild Mob Defeated: Reward 10,000,000 in cash]

About half an hour later, Fang Jie returned, swaying gracefully in her high heels.

"How did the talk go?" Lin Jiang asked.

"Their fundamentals are pretty good. I’ll sign them to a short-term contract first and see how it goes."

As she spoke, Fang Jie picked up her bag and looked at Lu Junjie.

"We’re done with things here, so we’re leaving now. You can stay and watch."

"You’re not staying for a few more days?" Lu Junjie asked as he stood up.

"My dad even told me to bring you two home for dinner."

"Your brother-in-law still has business to attend to. We have to go now."

"Alright then. Call me when you’re done with your business and come back. I’ll treat you to a meal."

"You little brat, just focus on your own stuff."

Responding with a laugh, Lin Jiang and Fang Jie left.

"This time, for the acquisition talks, where exactly will they be held? I’ll book a hotel nearby."

"That won’t be necessary. People from my company have already gone over. I had them book it."

"Okay. You can just focus on your business then. Don’t worry about me," Fang Jie said sensibly.

"I can use this time to talk to Director Li about the movie."

"That works."

「Around 3:30 in the afternoon」

The two arrived in Shudong City. He Xuelu was waiting to greet them at the hotel entrance.

After making introductions, they went into the hotel and returned to their respective rooms.

They tidied up a bit, each took a shower, and changed into fresh clothes before coming out to eat.

Fang Jie was wearing a casual grey-blue dress and a pair of slippers. Her every move exuded the charm of a mature young woman.

Following Lin Jiang’s wishes, He Xuelu hadn’t booked any fancy restaurants. He simply found a roadside stall for them to have some barbecue and beer. This kind of life was quite pleasant.

"What have you found out about Hongyang Pastures? The two investments from Yong’an and Huipin Group should have arrived by now, right?"

"They have. So they’ve been making a lot of moves lately, constantly signing contracts with cattle farmers, trying to expand production and dominate the market."

"They spent so much money. You have to let them flex their muscles a bit."

Lin Jiang picked up a piece of meat with his chopsticks and said slowly,

"Tomorrow’s the day of the land auction, right?"

He Xuelu nodded and said,

"If it weren’t for us, no one would be competing with Hongyang Pastures. Normally, the price for that piece of land would be around 10 million, but because of policy factors, it’s practically a giveaway."

"Then let’s raise the price to 10 million."

"But it seems Hongyang Pastures has been leaking information, saying that they are determined to get this land. The implication is that if their peers don’t show them some respect, they will become enemies of Hongyang Pastures in the future."

Lin Jiang smiled. "They’re starting to play the local tyrant card."

A wry smile also appeared on He Xuelu’s face.

"I have a feeling this is meant for us to hear. And the boss of Hongyang Pastures really doesn’t have a good reputation locally."

"You’re right, it is meant for us," Lin Jiang said with a shrug.

"I guess this might not be Hongyang’s idea. It was probably cooked up by Li Wuyang and Han Guangqi."

"Those two?"

"Investing in Hongyang is Li Wuyang’s indirect strategy to save his own skin. As for Han Guangqi, his Huipin Group needs a cheaper and more stable supplier."

Lin Jiang rested his head on one hand and said coolly,

"Without Mu Xing, the two of them would be a match made in heaven. Right now, I’ve beaten Yong’an so badly they can’t even lift their heads. Han Guangqi can’t find a better, more stable supplier locally, so he’ll naturally bet everything on Hongyang. Now that we’re here, they obviously don’t dare let us enter the field. Stopping us from buying the land is the first step. If we can’t buy the land, we can’t expand into the north."

"President Lin is right."

"Come, let’s have a drink."

While the two men were chatting, Fang Jie sat quietly beside them without interjecting.

From time to time, she would look at Lin Jiang, then at He Xuelu.

There was at least a 20-year age gap between them. He Xuelu’s attire and personal aura fit the public’s definition of a successful entrepreneur perfectly.

But sitting in front of Lin Jiang, his own presence seemed to be suppressed.

’To be so young, yet possess such an aura and such methods... it seems a bit contradictory no matter how you look at it.’

’But he... he really is charming...’