Peerless Divine Doctor in the City of Flowers
Chapter 136: You’re walking right into a trap!

Chapter 136: Chapter 136: You’re walking right into a trap!

At dawn, a bus slowly drove into the compound of a white building in the southern part of the city.

As the bus doors opened, Ning Mengyao was the first to step off.

Looking at the building before her, she revealed a slight smile.

"You’re going to acquire this place?"

Lin Fan curiously surveyed the building in front of him.

The seven-story building was shaped like the Chinese character for return.

The pure white walls were particularly striking amidst the verdant outskirts.

Today was the inspection day organized by Ning Mengyao.

And this medical aesthetic hospital before them was her acquisition target.

"Yes, this is the hospital. I’ve done due diligence, and both the qualifications and the client base here are quite mature. Moreover, the reputation within the industry is quite excellent. As soon as the acquisition is completed, we can profit immediately. And with the Ning Group’s existing resources and channels, I’ve roughly calculated that the cost can be recouped within ten years."

Ning Mengyao looked confidently at the shareholders who were disembarking from the bus.

As the acting president, she had deliberately moved the shareholders’ meeting here.

Because only by seeing the place in person could they see everything more clearly.

"Where in the world is there such a good business that can recoup its cost within ten years—as if this place were a money printer?"

Ning Bingcai, one of the shareholders, sneered disdainfully.

It was clear his purpose was to be a drag on the process.

"You’re here to conduct an inspection, not to crack jokes. You haven’t even entered the building and you’re already making a noise—if you don’t want to do business, don’t block others from making a fortune!"

Lin Fan rolled his eyes and retorted.

He only learned about the company’s shareholding structure during a casual chat the previous night.

Originally, Ning Zhenyue held a fifty-one percent stake, a commanding majority.

But now, the shares had been split into thirty-five percent and sixteen percent.

Held by Ning Mengyao and Ning Bingcai, respectively.

In this case, if the group needed to make any decisions,

Ning Mengyao would have to seek support from more than half to proceed.

"You, an assistant, should speak more politely to a director!"

Ning Bingcai growled with a darkened face.

Having not seen Lin Fan for several days, he was still very wary of him.

Although he was disdainful, he followed Ning Mengyao into the hospital.

The hospital director, along with a group of executives, had been waiting at the entrance.

They warmly ushered in the prospective financial backers into the hospital.

Standing in front of the transparent floor-to-ceiling windows of the director’s office, Lin Fan looked at the gardens inside the building shaped like the character for return.

The lush greenery was flourishing.

However, behind him, Ning Mengyao’s brows were tightly knit.

She was watching a few directors sitting there.

They each held a substantial amount of shares and were talking about something around Ning Bingcai.

"Do you think Ning Bingcai will let my acquisition plan go through smoothly?"

Being too far away, Ning Mengyao couldn’t hear what the others were saying.

"Of course not, right now he’d do anything to bring you down, why would he want to help you?"

Lin Fan shook his head.

Given Ning Bingcai’s temperament, he would not support Ning Mengyao.

"But this project is really good. All the preliminary research data is excellent. If we secure this project, the Ning Group will also add a solid enterprise to its assets. No matter what, I will find a way to push the acquisition plan forward,"

Ning Mengyao had put a lot of effort into this for some time.

Having finally found a new project,

she really didn’t want to give it up.

"I think you’ll have to find another way around. If needed, I can talk to the shareholders who hold large stakes individually."

Lin Fan spoke with an air of mystery.

Some things are easier to solve in private chats.

"No, you can’t solve everything with violence, and those shareholders are about the same age as Grandpa. If you mess around, things will only get worse."

Ning Mengyao saw the implication in Lin Fan’s words.

He was preparing to use violence to solve the issue.

"You see those old guys, they’re obviously figuring out how to deal with you. Talking doesn’t work, and fighting isn’t an option; I’m out of ideas, so you’ll just have to fend for yourself."

Lin Fan shook his head helplessly.

At that moment, several directors, led by Ning Bingcai, arrived at the dean’s office.

"Mr. Ning, we feel it’s necessary to have a proper talk with you on behalf of all directors."

The speaker was not Ning Bingcai, but another old man with glasses.

Being one of the older shareholders, he was considered a junior to Ning Zhenyue back in the day.

His seniority was about the same as that of Ning Mengyao’s father.

"Mr. Chen, feel free to ask any questions you have."

Ning Mengyao nodded respectfully with a smile.

She seemed exceedingly affable.

"We’ve all reviewed this acquisition plan; its content is detailed, the data clear, and the logic sound. It’s apparent that Mr. Ning is very responsible toward the company and the work. Having a president like you is a fortune for the Group."

Mr. Chen cleared his throat.

It turned out to be a stream of flattery.

"Thank you for the compliments, Mr. Chen, but this is all part of my duty as CEO."

Ning Mengyao didn’t expect that her interlocutor would start in praise mode.

Yet Lin Fan by her side sensed something was amiss.

He immediately lowered his voice and whispered in Ning Mengyao’s ear.

"This old guy is setting a trap for you; the harsh words are coming up next."

"But..."

Indeed, before Lin Fan finished speaking, Mr. Chen made a sharp turn in his argument.

"According to the research report, the acquisition plan requires a substantial amount of funding, not only involving massive loans from banks but also severely impacting our cash flow. Should any problems arise, the consequences could be quite severe. So let’s go from polite to serious; if there’s a problem, or if assets are insufficient to cover debts, who will bear this risk?"

The question came with an accusatory tone.

Ning Mengyao was just about to counter, but Lin Fan interrupted her.

"Investment comes with risks; naturally, the Group will bear any losses. Otherwise, why convene a board meeting to discuss and research? Should the president distribute profits to everyone when earning money, but shoulder the losses alone? That’s not a president, that’s a fool."

"This is a board meeting; it’s not your place to speak."

Ning Bingcai immediately said with a dark face.

"How can a board meeting disregard reason? In what company do the directors only share profits without taking responsibility? Such a childish question; if you can’t act as a director, then hand over your shares."

Lin Fan spoke with a cold face.

These guys were clearly setting a trap deliberately.

"Okay, I understand what you all mean."

Ning Mengyao quickly interrupted Lin Fan, then turned with a smile to the directors.

"For this investment, I am willing to take full responsibility and consequences. If the acquisition negatively impacts the Group, I will take the initiative to resign from my position as CEO. Are you all satisfied now?"

"Satisfied, of course, we are satisfied. President Ning is indeed a woman of valor, with such responsibility, it is our fortune. Since that’s the case, let’s put it in writing."

Mr. Chen smiled with thumbs up.

And Lin Fan could only watch Ning Mengyao with a helpless look, her face full of confidence.

In his mind, he could hear Ning Zhenyue’s admonitions.

She was just too young; if it hadn’t been for her father Ning Bingfa’s premature death,

she wouldn’t have been in this position.

Now she was truly jumping into the trap they set!