Chapter 420: Mutual Scheming

Chapter 420: Chapter 420: Mutual Scheming

There were many times Wang Chenning couldn’t stand Luo Yuqing.

Because she constantly dangled unbearable temptations in front of him, leaving him completely hooked.

What’s more, she understood how a man’s mind worked and was always full of surprises.

Just like tonight—before Luo Yuqing had spoken, Wang Chenning never imagined she would say something like that.

Bringing certain things out into the open means they will either begin or end.

Wang Chenning believed Luo Yuqing when she said Yang Xiaofei wouldn’t be angry.

But as for whether Yang Xiaofei would accept it... that, he wouldn’t dare to guess.

After all, whether she accepted it or not, certain things were bound to happen.

A short while later, Li Fuzhen and Li Yanxian knocked on the door.

Luo Yuqing sent a text to Yang Xiaofei: "Li Fuzhen is here with her niece. If you don’t want to lose your queen’s throne, you’d better get over here!"

Then she gestured for Wang Chenning to send Yang Xiaofei a message as well.

Wang Chenning obediently sent a text, asking Yang Xiaofei to come over to discuss and recap the day’s itinerary and accomplishments.

A few moments later, Yang Xiaofei appeared before them, having clearly freshened up.

However, her expression was far colder than usual, and she avoided looking at Luo Yuqing and Wang Chenning.

"We were just discussing how we’ve pretty much exhausted our investment capacity. We shouldn’t be making any more commitments, nor do we need to. From now on, let them come begging us!" Wang Chenning cut right to the chase. "We’re planning to stay in Jinling for two more days, then head back to Yandu the day after tomorrow in the afternoon. This trip has already yielded far more than we expected. It’s time to be content!"

"We’re the guests, so we’ll defer to our hosts!" Li Fuzhen said, her eyes crinkling into a smile. "Besides, Yanxian and I trust that you won’t lead us astray!"

Li Yanxian, ever low-key and emotionally intelligent, echoed Li Fuzhen’s sentiment. "I’m young and inexperienced. I’m just here to observe and learn, so I won’t offer any opinions. I think your way of thinking and doing things is something I can really learn from."

And just like that, no one paid Li Yanxian any more mind.

"If you all think this is the right move, then fine," Yang Xiaofei replied, her face a mask of indifference. "In any case, many of these investments are optional."

Next, the group reviewed the cooperation agreements they had signed during their trip, as well as the tentative deals that had yet to be formalized. They then finalized the subsequent execution plans and delegated the specific responsibilities to their subordinates.

By the time they finished, it was already half past nine.

"I suppose Dai Xingfeng should be coming to see us soon!" Luo Yuqing said to Wang Chenning, a playful smile on her face. "We’ll head off to rest. You can be the one to receive him. After all, you’re the one who wants to save that beauty, Yan Dongling. Keep up the good work, kiddo. Your dream of being an emperor isn’t too far off!"

Wang Chenning rolled his eyes, getting up to leave. "Fine, I’ll go see if Dai Xingfeng is here yet!"

No sooner had the words left his mouth than his phone rang. It was Dai Xingfeng.

On the phone, Dai Xingfeng explained that he had just wrapped things up. "I hope I’m not disturbing you by coming to see you for tea at this hour, Teacher Wang?"

"Not at all, not at all!" Wang Chenning replied with a laugh. "Why don’t we meet in the lobby of my hotel?"

"Alright!" Dai Xingfeng agreed.

"Are you sure you don’t want to see him?" As he was about to leave to meet Dai Xingfeng, Wang Chenning asked the women. "If you’re not going, I’ll go by myself!"

Luo Yuqing waved a lazy hand. "Go on, go on. We have no interest in seeing some smelly man in the dead of night. As for you, you smelly man... make sure you arrange your affairs properly later. Don’t show favoritism!"

Ignoring Luo Yuqing’s outrageous comments, Wang Chenning simply turned and left.

Wang Chenning took the elevator down to the lobby. He asked a staff member for a relatively private table and ordered tea and pastries.

A short while later, Dai Xingfeng arrived.

His secretary escorted him to Wang Chenning’s table and then tactfully withdrew.

After they sat and exchanged a few pleasantries, Dai Xingfeng got straight to business.

He told Wang Chenning that Miao Jianhang was finished.

The incriminating file on Miao Jianhang had been delivered to Li Dongjun and a few others. Upon reviewing it, they unanimously agreed to launch a full investigation into the matter.

"We all know how that’s going to end," Dai Xingfeng said with a sigh. "I’m truly impressed. I can’t believe you managed to dig up so much dirt on him!"

Wang Chenning smiled and replied with a profound statement, "As long as the dirt exists, it can always be found. It’s only a matter of how much time you spend digging."

Dai Xingfeng’s expression flickered at Wang Chenning’s words.

Wang Chenning paid it no mind, continuing with a smile, "I have another file here for you. Mr. Dai, take it with you, and destroy it after you’ve read it. This is the only copy. There are no backups."

Dai Xingfeng’s expression changed once more, his voice turning a bit strained. "Alright. Thank you, Teacher Wang. I’ll be sure to... take it back and review it carefully."

Seeing that Dai Xingfeng understood him, Wang Chenning continued, "That woman, Yan Dongling... she’s quite capable, isn’t she? I may have use for her in the future. I’ll have to ask Mr. Dai to train her well. Rest assured, you will be handsomely rewarded."

Dai Xingfeng took a deep breath and nodded at once. "Absolutely!"

’What a terrifyingly brilliant young man!’ he sighed inwardly.