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Chapter 770 - 584 Business 2

Chapter 770: 584 Business 2

"Mr. Geng is taking it too seriously," Jiang Chen also stood up. "We are not in feudal times anymore; the mistakes of those beneath you should not be blamed on Mr. Geng."

The two men cordially clinked their glasses together.

"Brother Jiang is indeed magnanimous. I too shall drink a toast to you."

Song Chao Ge picked up his glass as well.

"Then let’s all take a drink together," Jiang Chen suggested timely.

Song Chao Ge did not show any displeasure at being upstaged and smiled as if basking in the spring breeze.

In this delicately positioned dinner, Cao Jinse extended her fair hand and graciously lifted the glass in front of her.

However, Lan Peizhi remained motionless.

"Aunt Lan?"

Song Chao Ge looked over.

"The kidnapping has nothing to do with you. What about Qiangsheng Finance?"

Song Chao Ge went silent, adjusting the superfluous reading glasses on his nose.

Jiang Chen too tactfully quieted down.

"Miss Lan, Qiangsheng Finance has always been managed by Tang Xiaosheng," Geng Long spoke.

"Are you suggesting that you are unaware of everything he has done?"

Lan Peizhi looked up, her gaze falling upon Geng Long’s face.

Their physical statures were vastly different, yet in terms of presence, the delicately elegant Lan Peizhi actually dominated the domineering figure of Geng Long, known as the Nine-Patterned Dragon!

"What exactly is Miss Lan referring to?"

Geng Long did not respond directly.

"He doesn’t know. Why don’t you explain it to him then?"

Initially, Jiang Chen didn’t catch on, but then he saw everyone looking at him.

"Me?"

He looked at Lan Peizhi, taken aback.

Lan Peizhi looked back at him.

As their eyes met, Jiang Chen coughed lightly, composing his expression, "The situation is such, through various channels, I’ve discovered that Qiangsheng Finance has been involved in illegal lending practices, charging interest rates so high they are shocking to hear. Some young women, in order to pay back their loans, had no choice but to work in entertainment venues, and Guan Libing also came to Capital City to work because he was dodging debts."

"Is that so?"

Song Chao Ge turned his head to look sternly at Geng Long.

"I didn’t know."

Geng Long’s approach remained unchanged.

Jiang Chen also found it amusing.

At least change your line.

A powerful local boss, acting like a child, feigning ignorance.

"To enforce their debts, Qiangsheng Finance employed a large number of idle social elements. These people had extremely despicable methods of threats and intimidation, harassment, and doing whatever it takes to achieve their goals. Against female students, they would force them to take indecent photos or record indecent videos. I’ve even encountered one of the employees who claimed he was working for Mr. Geng."

Jiang Chen laid out the facts and evidence.

Cao Jinse’s brow involuntarily furrowed slightly.

"Some people always like to impersonate others in society. The person you’re talking about, I might not even know him."

Jiang Chen nodded, "Mr. Geng has a point, after all, you are so well-known. It’s understandable for someone to use your name to play the part of a bully."

"Miss Lan, indeed I have been negligent in my oversight. Once I return, I will definitely check thoroughly. If the issues that Mr. Jiang just mentioned really exist, I will strictly deal with them."

Now that’s more like it.

At last, a semblance of an apology.

"Since your affairs are so busy, why don’t you hand over Qiangsheng Finance to me," Lan Peizhi suggested.

Jiang Chen involuntarily raised an eyebrow.

What sheer audacity.

Not even bothering to disguise it.

Isn’t this blatantly cutting a piece of Mr. Geng’s flesh?

One must understand that Qiangsheng Finance does not just run the Jieyou Loan service; its money-making capabilities should not be underestimated.

Faced with Lan Peizhi’s assertiveness, Geng Long did not retaliate, as naturally someone else stepped in for him.

"Aunt Lan, Geng Long just trusted his own people too much in the past. I believe he has learned his lesson this time. Why not give him another chance?"

Song Chao Ge smoothed things over.

You’ve got to put in the effort if you want to strike at someone’s turf.

Who would fight your battles without seeing any advantage in it?

"If you are unwilling to let go, then I will," said Lan Peizhi.

Song Chao Ge, as if he hadn’t heard the word "you," asked amiably, "Aunt Lan, what do you mean by that?"

"I still have a 10% share in Qiangsheng Finance. If you want it, you can take it all," Lan Peizhi declared.

Jiang Chen listened silently, saying nothing.

On his right, Cao Jinse did the same.

"Aunt Lan, I don’t think this is necessary. I believe Geng Long still has the ability to sort out the mess and bring Qiangsheng Finance back onto the right track," Song Chao Ge appealed.

Jiang Chen felt his act was too contrived. Lan Peizhi’s offer to sell her shares was probably exactly what he wanted.

"Either you give up your shares, or I will. Geng Long, you choose," Lan Peizhi insisted without leaving any room for discussion.

Song Chao Ge adjusted his glasses, looking towards Geng Long.

"...Since Miss Lan has made her decision, I am willing to repurchase Miss Lan’s shares at a price 20% above the market value."

After what seemed like a tough struggle, Geng Long made his choice.

20% above the market price.

It sounded like a concession.

But in reality, it seemed like he was brushing off a beggar.

However, Lan Peizhi showed no displeasure, seemingly in agreement with the plan.

What followed was like a regular dinner, with everyone avoiding any unpleasant topics.

"Mr. Song, thank you for the dinner, I should get going now. Miss Cao, see you next time."

After the meal, Jiang Chen and Lan Peizhi left first.

"Geng Long, see off Aunt Lan and brother Jiang."

After the three had left, Song Chao Ge took off his glasses and sighed with a wry smile, "I’m grateful you were here today; otherwise, it might not have ended well. Aunt Lan held back because of you."

"If you’ve made up your mind, you should be prepared for any outcome," Cao Jin Se said.

"There are some things I really didn’t know about, like the usurious loans brother Jiang mentioned earlier. I was truly unaware."

Cao Jin Se neither agreed nor disagreed, remaining silent.

"Alright, let’s not talk about these things."

Song Chao Ge rubbed the temples of his glasses, "Are you and Jiang Chen close?"

"I’ve seen him a few times."

"What do you think of him?"

"Not familiar enough to judge."

"But I find him to be quite an interesting person," Song Chao Ge said seemingly to himself. "Have you ever seen Aunt Lan get so close to a man? She even called you this time to find that lawyer."

"Is that my fault?"

"Of course not."

Song Chao Ge shook his head and laughed, "Aunt Lan comes to you, and there’s no way you could refuse."

"You know what Aunt Lan is like, so some jokes are better not made. If you really get her angry, it won’t be pleasant for you either."

Song Chao Ge nodded and heaved a sigh, "I know. Women, they are not easy to provoke."

"Still, you provoked her."

After speaking, Cao Jin Se stood up.

"I’ll walk you out," Song Chao Ge quickly said.

"No need."

Cao Jin Se walked to the door, opening it with a casual flick and left.

At the entrance of Kyoto Hotel.

"Mr. Geng, please wait."

"Miss Lan, I will expedite the transfer of shares."

After speaking, Geng Long turned and walked back into the hotel.

This marked the definite parting of ways between the Dragon with Nine Marks and the Blood Guanyin.

Lan Peizhi continued on her way out without stopping.

Jiang Chen silently followed behind, lost in thought.

"Where’s your car?"

The voice suddenly arose.

"What car?" Jiang Chen came back to his senses, "I didn’t drive; I took the subway here."

After speaking, he looked at Lan Peizhi with surprise, "You didn’t drive either?"

Lan Peizhi gave no answer, but the outcome was obvious; she likely hadn’t driven either.

"Shall we walk then?"

Jiang Chen tentatively suggested.

To his surprise, Lan Peizhi actually nodded her head.

The two headed towards Antian Gate.

"Qiang Sheng Financial Services is in disarray, a return to form looks hopeless, their willingness to buy at a high price is a good thing," Jiang Chen said to himself as he walked to the left.

Lan Peizhi wore an expression of serene calm.

Of course, Jiang Chen could tell that the other party didn’t really want Qiang Sheng Financial Services; their real intention was a retreat disguised as an advance to completely sever ties with the firm.

"I have a business deal worth billions that I’d like to discuss with you," Jiang Chen said.

Lan Peizhi stopped in her tracks.

Jiang Chen was puzzled, then suddenly realized what he had said and quickly explained awkwardly, "I’m talking about legitimate business."

Lan Peizhi remained silent and resumed walking.

Jiang Chen caught up.

The pair reached the base of Antian Gate.

In front of the People’s Monument, Lan Peizhi stopped and looked up.

Suddenly, Jiang Chen felt a strong impulse to take a photo, and he acted on it, stealthily