Chapter 182 Trouble

Xu Zhihong's arrival left Yang Chen completely puzzled as to what Lin Ruoxi was up to, and Mo Qianni also wore a "I don't know anything" expression, which made Yang Chen somewhat frustrated.

It should be noted that just last night, Lin Ruoxi had just signed a contract with three companies to jointly deal with the Donghua Technology of the Xu Family. At this moment, Xu Zhihong was practically a sworn enemy. So why did this enemy make plans to have breakfast together here?

"Mr. Yang, are you feeling puzzled?" Xu Zhihong smiled warmly.

However, just like before, Yang Chen didn't like his expression, rolled his eyes, and said, "I am puzzled, but I don't need you to tell me the answer."

Xu Zhihong smiled and didn't say much.

Lin Ruoxi and Mo Qianni exchanged a glance, seeing the displeasure on Yang Chen's face, both showing a hint of amusement.

At this moment, Assistant Wu Yue hurriedly approached holding a laptop and reported to Lin Ruoxi, "Boss Lin, five minutes ago, Changhai Media confirmed that they had transferred 5 billion yuan into our account, and also transferred another 5 billion yuan. Combined with the 20 billion yuan from Muyun Group last night, the construction of the Swiss bank escrow account is complete."

"Has Changhai's financial situation been confirmed?" Lin Ruoxi asked.

Wu Yue opened a file on the laptop, looked at various composite charts, and said, "According to the analysis of the 'Athena Group,' after both parties injected 5 billion yuan each, Changhai Media will face extreme shortage of funds in the short term. Within three months, there will be a huge gap in funds, unless the Yan Capital Zhong Family provides assistance."

"What is the Athena Group?" Yang Chen asked Lin Ruoxi.

Lin Ruoxi didn't answer, but Mo Qianni kindly explained, "It's a group of economists and traders selected personally by Boss Lin from various branches and higher institutions around the world since she took office. They are mainly responsible for analyzing the specific situations of competitors."

Xu Zhihong also added enthusiastically, "Although Ruoxi's team is less than ten people, I envy it a lot, haha."

After pondering for a moment, Lin Ruoxi said, "Yan Capital is unlikely to provide assistance. The Zhong Family doesn't know about any industries, and it involves political aspects. The Zhong Family won't dare to act recklessly, Wu Yue, proceed with the next step of the plan."

"Yes, Boss Lin!"

Wu Yue bowed and left the restaurant first.

Watching the group of people who had said a bunch of inexplicable things, Yang Chen finally couldn't help but ask, "Can someone explain what's going on?"

Lin Ruoxi took a sip of orange juice and said, "Before this cooperation, I spent three months selling dozens of basic production factories and some shares of other companies I owned, raising 8 billion in funds. I invested 5 billion into the Swiss bank account, leaving 3 billion. I decided to use it to suppress the stock of Changhai Media listed in Hong Kong."

"Suppress Changhai?" Yang Chen suspected he had misheard. Weren't they just about to cooperate?!

"You didn't mishear," Mo Qianni explained again, "We have instructed all our magazines to contact their counterparts, and this morning they will start spreading negative information about Changhai. As a result, Changhai Media's stock will gradually be sold off by investors. They sell, we buy. When we acquire enough shares, we sell them all again at a low price, causing panic among investors. The scattered shares will also be sold off. We just need to keep repeating this process, and without enough cash support, Changhai will be at our mercy. In less than a day, Changhai Media will collapse."

Regardless of the simplicity of this plan, Yang Chen still felt it was too simple. "Changhai is also a large company with assets worth billions. Can they be played to death with just this move?"

"Changhai's move to settle in Zhonghai this time was already a wrong decision. Although such a change will bring them long-term benefits, in the short term, a large amount of basic work needs to be done, consuming huge amounts of funds. Moreover, Zeng Xinlin attempted to stabilize his position with this alliance of three companies, but unfortunately, he thought the business world was too simple," Mo Qianni said.

Xu Zhihong agreed and applauded, "The business world is like a battlefield. When knives are drawn, there's no room for sentimentality."

Yang Chen looked at Lin Ruoxi, who was as cold as ice and devoid of emotion, and then at Xu Zhihong, who was smiling, and asked, "So, Mr. Xu, what are you here for?"

Xu Zhihong chuckled, "Why don't we move to the computer room and take a look at the stock market battle there, and then slowly explain it to Mr. Yang?"

Zeng Xinlin, who had arrived at the office early in the morning, was a bit of an exception. Instead of drinking coffee, he brewed a cup of tea. What he needed wasn't just energy, but a calm mindset.

Because Zeng Xinlin felt that his emotions were not quite stable.

Half an hour ago, the Treasury confirmed that there was already 7 billion in the Swiss bank escrow account. Zeng Xinlin then issued the order to invest all the 50 billion raised funds.

With things going so smoothly, this cooperation was almost set in stone, and no one could back out. After all, the 12 billion yuan for joint research and development of new materials was no joke.

However, precisely because everything seemed too smooth, Zeng Xinlin began to feel uneasy.

He wasn't a fool, nor was he reckless. He knew exactly what he was doing. He suspected that perhaps the one-time investment was too large, making him unable to adapt properly.

Sitting back in his CEO chair, Zeng Xinlin began to look at a series of contract documents on his computer, filled with confidence in the future.

The family entrusted him with the management of Changhai Media, and he resolutely chose to move to Zhonghai for development. Although it consumed a lot of manpower and financial resources to stabilize, the future prospects were undeniable. Unlike several other fashion industry companies in Zhonghai, even the most powerful Yulei International did not have the political connections that Changhai Media possessed. These were innate advantages.

Zeng Xinlin was confident that once this cooperation was completed and profits were generated, the future development of Changhai Media would definitely surpass Yulei International.

Although Lin Ruoxi was an outstanding manager, in Zeng Xinlin's eyes, she was more of a beautiful woman, a woman who should ultimately be captivated by him.

He almost succeeded in university before, and even though she was with someone else now, Zeng Xinlin believed that with his methods, he could eventually win her back.

Moreover, he had already discovered the "flaw" in that man.

So, Zeng Xinlin wasn't in a hurry. What he needed now was just to guard each step, steadily. He was Lin Ruoxi's senior in college, and in the future business world, he would also be Lin Ruoxi's senior!

Just then, there was an urgent knock on the door.

"Come in."

Land Tao's chubby figure rushed in, anxiously saying, "President, just received news. Nearly twenty media outlets, including Yanxia Weekly, Zhonghai Daily, and Huinan News, have all reported negative news about some of our companies under Changhai Entertainment and Changhai Records. It's all about scandals and insider information!"

Zeng Xinlin was suddenly startled, but he didn't get too excited. He knocked on the table and asked, "Have you found out the reason?"

"Those media suddenly cut off contact with us. But we can use press conferences and other forms to clarify these news. After all, they don't have sufficient evidence. But... "

"But what?"

"Our stocks have plummeted to the lowest point this month, and they are being crazily acquired by several unfamiliar companies. There are also some individual buyers who have bought a large number of stocks. I feel that this situation is not right," Land Tao said timidly.

Not right! Of course, it's not right!

Zeng Xinlin's scalp tingled, gradually realizing what the problem was. He shouted, "Immediately start raising funds from all parties, gather all the money that can be gathered, immediately!"

"Got it!"

Land Tao ran out of the office in a panic, completely frightened by Zeng Xinlin.

Zeng Xinlin couldn't sit still anymore. He stood up and paced around. He knew that this was definitely a premeditated financial battle, and such wars had three possible outcomes: either you perish, I perish, or both parties suffer!

Whoever initiated such an attack must be an opponent who intends to fight you to the death!

Who could it be?!

Changhai's arrival in Zhonghai undoubtedly dealt a huge blow to other related industry companies. There were plenty of people who wanted to deal with Changhai, but only Yulei could step onto the stage!

Was it Lin Ruoxi? That cold, aloof woman, like a fairy who didn't eat the fireworks?!

His junior sister who followed him?

Zeng Xinlin couldn't believe that this seemingly unassuming woman would wield the butcher's knife against him.

After a moment of confusion, Zeng Xinlin thought of calling Lin Ruoxi to ask whether she knew about all this, whether she was behind it all. But he picked up the phone and then put it down.

He knew that if he asked this question, regardless of the answer, he would never have a chance with that woman again. It was a gamble he couldn't afford!

"President!"

Land Tao's voice shattered the calm of the office. Sweating profusely, he rushed in with a mournful expression on his face. "Something big has happened, President!"