Shen Qingyue was modest and courteous, but her attitude was firm. "I am determined to proceed with this project. If it incurs any losses, I will personally take full responsibility."
Recently, she had undertaken several projects, but the response from the suburban project was the most significant.
President Zhao furiously retorted, "You need to offer up some contingency! Old Shen's money belongs to the group, and what belongs to the group belongs to everyone! When you spend his money, you're spending our money!"
The others echoed his sentiments.
"When did the money in my pocket become yours?" Shen Jun, sitting at the head of the table, spoke up, instantly quieting the meeting room. He continued, "Even if there are real losses, it's still my money that's being lost! If anyone is dissatisfied, they can sell their shares to me, and I'll buy them!"
Clearly, at this meeting, everyone fell silent.
...
"You're saying that Shen Qingyue will also participate in the bidding for Project Suburb One?" Qin Zhen was somewhat surprised to receive this news. The development value of that area was not significant. He had acquired it primarily because of its low price, with the intention of transforming it into an industrial park, which suited him perfectly. But the Shen family did not have such plans. They did not even establish factories. Could they really afford to buy that land without suffering losses?
His assistant nodded, saying, "It is said that Miss Shen has already started having people work on this project. She has a strong purpose."
Qin Zhen furrowed his brows and said, "I see. You may leave now."
The assistant left.
Wei Jiu'er walked in, casually asking, "I heard you discussing Qingyue just now?"
Qin Zhen responded with a grunt, "I have set my sights on a piece of land in the suburbs. It seems that Shen Qingyue is also interested. With her involvement, it's possible that I may not secure that piece of land."
The value of that land was not high to begin with; it was meant for building factories, and he had the financial means to do so. Acquiring that land was almost a done deal. However, with Shen Qingyue's interference, it was no longer certain.
A calculating gleam flashed in Wei Jiu'er's eyes as she asked, "Is that land crucial for the company?"
"Not necessarily essential, but it's challenging to find something as cheap as that," Qin Zhen rubbed his forehead and stood up. "Let's go have dinner first."
...
As the auction day drew nearer, Qin Zhen felt a growing sense of unease. If he failed to secure Project Suburb One, buying another piece of land would cost him a lot more money. This was not something that could be resolved with just one or two hundred million. After careful consideration, he decided to arrange a meeting with Shen Qingyue. He had already heard that her persistent actions within the Shen Group were causing dissatisfaction. By adding fuel to the fire, he might be able to shake her resolve.
Shen Qingyue was reading through the bidding documents when she glanced at her phone and saw an unfamiliar number. She answered, "Who is this?"
"It's Qin Zhen."
Upon hearing Qin Zhen's name, Shen Qingyue immediately hung up and blocked his number without hesitation. She did not want to exchange a single word with her ex-husband. She had come to realize that Qin Zhen was probably not in his right mind.
However, shortly after, her assistant entered the room. "President Shen, President Qin called. He wants me to inform you that he would like to meet you in person to discuss Project Suburb One."
Shen Qingyue replied, "Tell him that I have already made up my mind about that land. There's nothing to discuss between him and me."
The assistant nodded and said, "Understood."
However, within a short while, Shen Qingyue's phone rang again. Her reflex was to hang up, but she noticed that it was Shen Xiang calling.
She answered the call, and Shen Xiang said, "Qingyue, there's an event at Qingxue School tomorrow. She's going to perform on stage. Why don't you come and cheer for your sister? Show her some support."
"No, I'm busy with work. You can go by yourselves," Shen Qingyue had no interest in Shen Qingxue's matters. Especially when the entire Shen family extended an invitation, it definitely would not be anything good.
Shen Xiang said, "It's alright if you can't make it. It won't delay you. Qingxue's performance is in the evening. I've already talked to Grandfather, and he has agreed. Our entire family will be there tomorrow night."
Since Shen Jun had agreed, Shen Qingyue had no choice but to attend. What if he was being swayed again by her grandfather's influence? She rubbed her temples and said, "Alright, I'll see you tomorrow night."
Qin Zhen, on the other hand, received such a response and felt displeased. He decided to personally go and find Shen Qingyue. However, just as he put on his suit jacket, he received a call from Wei Jiu'er.
After returning to the country, Wei Jiu'er had been staying in a hotel for about half a month. Today, she finally found a house and invited him to come and take a look.
After hesitating for a moment, Qin Zhen decided to go. When he arrived at the apartment where Wei Jiu'er lived, he found that Wei Jiu'er's mother, Wei Caihong, was also present. His brows furrowed, but he quickly concealed his discomfort.
Wei Caihong greeted Qin Zhen warmly, engaging in small talk for a while before getting to the point. "President Qin, now that you have reconciled with Jiu'er, when are you planning to get engaged? It would put both families at ease if you make the decision sooner."