The Empty Bridal Chamber

Chapter 25: Your Escort Is Here

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

The news of Shen Yusong being scratched all over spread to Lin Wanmeng.

Ever since the incident at the car dealership, Lin Wanmeng had hired a private detective to approach Shi Qiuqiu.

That information and the video at the Ye family’s old residence were sent to Shi Qiuqiu on the same day.

Naturally, she was convinced that Shen Yusong had abandoned her. She was furious.

Even a rabbit would bite when it was anxious. Shi Qiuqiu had sacrificed a lot for Shen Yusong. Now that the Lin Corporation could not take it anymore, Shen Yusong wanted to leave. Obviously, that would not sit well.

During the argument, Shen Yusong was severely scratched. He probably wouldn’t be able to see anyone for a month.

“President Lin, there’s something.” Zhou Quan pushed the door open and entered. He handed the report in his hand to Lin Wanmeng. “Xinran Media is going to be auctioned off.”

Xinran Media. Many memories surfaced in Lin Wanmeng’s mind after she heard this name.

This company was originally a subsidiary of the Su Corporation. After her mother got married, it became her dowry and accompanied her over.

After her grandfather passed away, all his inheritance was left to her mother.

Xinran Media was indeed not as important as Grandpa’s other inheritances, but as his daughter’s 18-year-old coming-of-age gift, Grandpa had put a lot of effort into this company.

This was also the main reason why Xinran Media could still maintain its operations after so many years.

Even if it wasn’t for this, Lin Wanmeng would still think of a way to buy it for her mother’s illness.

As she was thinking, Lin Wanmeng suddenly received a call from Su Qin.

“Mengmeng, how much cash do we have now?”

There was a small foundation under Xinran Media. This foundation was originally prepared for Lin Wanmeng’s dowry, but unfortunately, Su Qin couldn’t protect it.

She just wanted to fight for it and take back what her daughter deserved.

“Don’t worry, I’ll try my best to get this company back.”

Lin Wanmeng took a deep breath. If the desperate Lin Bo saw that she wanted to take over this company, he would definitely try his best to pay a high price.

Even so, Lin Wanmeng was prepared to keep the company.

Hall A, Fufang Building

When Lin Bo saw Lin Wanmeng’s figure, his eyes were filled with smugness. He walked up to her politely. “President Lin, you’re here too?”

Lin Wanmeng returned the same smile. “Mr. Lin is in dire straits. No matter what, I have to come and take a look.”

Although Lin Bo was ridiculed, he still had a smile on his face. He knew that with Lin Wanmeng around today, the selling price of this company would double.

When the official auction began, the starting price of Xinran Media made people gasp.

Who gave Lin Bo the guts to set such a high price? Lin Wanmeng’s expression was ugly. Just the starting price alone was more than half of the Qinyu Company’s funds.

However, there were a lot of Lin Bo’s supporters present and they even raised the number a little.

This was troublesome. The more Lin Wanmeng looked at it, the colder her heart became. Gradually, she saw the number climbing to a height that she could not reach.

“What a coincidence. President Lin do you want this company?” He Yan seemed to be following Lin Wanmeng. Every time, he would appear at the right time.

Even though she knew that the person beside her was up to no good, Lin Wanmeng still gritted her teeth. “Yes, it’s a pity that we don’t have enough money.”

He Yan, who came with a purpose, immediately gave him a way out. “President Lin, you and I are considered acquaintances. We’re business partners and friends. How can I not help? Coincidentally, the He Corporation has a project. I wonder if President Lin has any thoughts?”

He was a businessman, not a philanthropist. His conditions were very harsh, and he stepped on Lin Wanmeng’s bottom line.

“Alright, then…” Before Lin Wanmeng could finish speaking, the door behind her suddenly opened. A valiant figure walked over with a sharp breeze.

“Twenty million.”

The current auction price was less than 10 million yuan. Lin Bo rushed onto the stage anxiously and banged his hammer fiercely. “Deal, congratulations, President Ye!”

This naturally went against the procedure. The host frowned and invited Lin Bo, who was already a little crazy, off the stage. He turned to ask the people around him.

Naturally, no one could compete with this price, except for one person.

Ye Lingxiao’s gaze slowly turned to He Yan. The other party blinked and avoided eye contact. He smiled apologetically at Lin Wanmeng. “Your escort is here.”

After Lin Wanmeng recovered from her shock, she was disappointed. She didn’t mind doing business with He Yan, even if she was on the inferior end.

However, now that she had met Ye Lingxiao, she actually felt like she did not want to owe him anything.

Ye Lingxiao’s gaze turned over and his eyes were like cold stars as he stared at the intersection between her and He Yan. Lin Wanmeng braced herself and stepped forward. “President Ye, Xinran Media’s market value is not worth this.”

Moreover, Ye Lingxiao had no use for this company.

Ye Lingxiao did not respond to Lin Wanmeng’s words. He only asked, “You want this company?”

This was the truth. Lin Wanmeng nodded hesitantly.

“No wonder the price is so high.” Even if Lin Wanmeng sold both companies at the same time, she wouldn’t be able to touch the price. Now, Ye Lingxiao was talking about it in a light tone, as if he had just thrown two coins into the water.

“In that case, I’m sure you won’t mind staying a little longer.”

Ye Lingxiao turned around and looked at Lin Bo, who was walking towards him, with a face full of joy. Although he had originally planned to cheat Lin Wanmeng, he was naturally overjoyed to be able to get a better price.

“Ye…”

“President Lin, there’s no need to say anything else. After checking the assets, we’ll sign the contract.” Ye Lingxiao’s tone was cold. It was inappropriate for Lin Bo to continue with more formalities.

Moreover, he was even more anxious than Ye Lingxiao.

Worry flashed across Lin Wanmeng’s brows. She knew better than anyone else that what Lin Bo lacked now was cash. If he obtained such a large sum of money, then her fight against the Lin family would become extremely difficult.

After signing the contract, Lin Bo looked at the amount and grinned from ear to ear. Just as he was about to thank Ye Lingxiao, he saw the other party stop him. “Since the transaction is completed, Xinran Media belongs to the Ye Corporation. Now, let’s talk about you faking the assets.”

Ye Lingxiao snapped his fingers, and Assistant Zheng handed him the information in his hand. On it was the exact value of Xinran Media.

Lin Bo’s forehead was instantly covered in cold sweat. The corners of his mouth, which had been curled up exaggeratedly just now, were now twisted into a crazy expression by his intense emotions.

“President Lin, how do you explain the fact that you deceived us by bribing Minister Wang to change the company’s assets to cover up the fact that there’s debt ?”

Lin Bo was speechless. He opened his mouth and pointed at the contract in Ye Lingxiao’s hand. The contract stated that this company was already owned by Ye Lingxiao, so Ye Lingxiao had the right to hold him accountable.

“If you can’t give an explanation, please meet us in court in three days.” Assistant Zheng adjusted his glasses. The lawyers of the Ye Corporation had always been elites in the industry, not to mention that Ye Lingxiao himself had a good friend who was an elite lawyer.

If it was Lin Wanmeng, she might not be able to find out. However, it was Ye Lingxiao who did it. This was a piece of cake for the Ye family.