Return to the City: The Strongest King
Chapter 383 - 384 I’m Serious

Chapter 383: Chapter 384 I’m Serious

Miao Qingqing gave a wry smile and said, "What I’m short of right now isn’t a matter of tens of millions. A few days ago, Sister Xiaoru and I crunched the numbers, and at a conservative estimate, the shortfall is around two hundred and fifty million. If we go for a hostile takeover, there will certainly be a premium, so I’m afraid even three hundred million might not be enough."

"Three billion huh... That really is a bit much," muttered Song Xiaodong.

Song Xiaoru gave Song Xiaodong a look and said, "What did you think?"

Song Xiaodong cracked a smile again and said, "It’s just three billion. I’ll help you figure it out, just give me a week and I’ll have it sorted."

Song Xiaoru’s eyes widened and she asked, "You still have money?"

Song Xiaodong shook his head and said, "I think I have a few million in hand, not sure exactly how much."

Song Xiaoru gave Song Xiaodong a look and said, "A few million... We’re short by three billion, what’s a few million going to do?"

Miao Qingqing chimed in, "Dongzi, I appreciate the thought, but this isn’t something that can be solved so easily."

This made Song Xiaodong feel a bit dejected as he said, "You guys have that little confidence in me, huh? Is making money really that hard? Anyway, I’ll take care of the funds, you guys handle the rest. If there’s something difficult, then I’ll take care of that too. Is a chairman really going to be ousted by a vice chairman? You’re my girlfriend, if word gets out, it would be super embarrassing for me, wouldn’t it be?"

Song Xiaoru knocked on Song Xiaodong’s head and said, "Is your face that valuable?"

Song Xiaodong grinned and said, "It’s very valuable, really."

Being a doctor certainly carries its own respect, but usually not a large amount, except Song Xiaodong was different. His medical skills could directly save and prolong lives. For some people, living an extra two years has great significance, something even all the money in the world couldn’t buy back. Like the Ding family; they’d rather spend a million a day to keep the old master alive than let him pass away.

In cities like Tiannan City, families of such stature are few, but in bigger cities, there are many of them, especially in Beijing, which has plenty. If Song Xiaodong were to make a promise to any one of them, certainly many big families would be willing to hand over blank cheques, letting Song Xiaodong fill in any amount he wanted.

After hesitating for a moment, Miao Qingqing said, "Dongzi, if you really can secure the funds, then I’ll start making moves on my end."

"If I couldn’t help you with such a minor issue, how could I continue to be your boyfriend? But... if I help you, shouldn’t you give me some kind of reward?"

"Sure! Even if it means sleeping with you, it’s fine." Miao Qingqing was very straightforward. She was already in a relationship with Song Xiaodong, so they were very close to doing that anyway. If she could settle this, she would have no more worries. What would be the big deal in sleeping with Song Xiaodong?

Song Xiaodong’s eyes lit up and he said, "Then it’s a deal. If I take care of the finances for you, you can’t go back on your word."

Miao Qingqing immediately replied, "Am I the kind of person who doesn’t keep her word?"

Song Xiaoru’s expression darkened slightly as she coughed lightly and said, "Could you two discuss this topic in private?"

Miao Qingqing’s face turned red in an instant, and she said with utmost embarrassment, "Sister Xiaoru... I... I was just joking with him."

Song Xiaodong immediately said, "Hey, hey, this is no joking matter, I’m taking this seriously."

"Go away, will you stop!" Miao Qingqing glared fiercely at Song Xiaodong, but the corners of her eyes and brows already carried a different kind of charm.

Song Xiaodong laughed and said, "Seeing you guys like this really makes me happy. I really hope you guys hurry up and give me a nephew."

"Sister Xiaoru, you’re teasing me too," Miao Qingqing’s face flushed even redder, wishing she could find a crack in the ground to crawl into.

Song Xiaoru said with a smile, "I’m not teasing you. But with such motivation, I believe this stinker Dongzi will definitely work hard to help you."

Song Xiaodong grinned and said, "Yeah, I’m feeling really motivated now. No can do, I’ve got to get to work right away. You all just wait for my good news, Qingqing, you just wait for me all freshened up in bed."

Having said that, Song Xiaodong dashed out, nearly bumping into Su Yuanhe who was about to enter, then ran off without a second glance. He knew Su Yuanhe was surely coming to trouble Miao Qingqing, but now, with such confidence, Miao Qingqing need not fear him anymore. Let that old guy make a fuss if he wants to.

Su Yuanhe arrived at Miao Qingqing’s office in a towering rage. Zhao Dongliang had not only lost face this time but had also been terribly frightened. After being sent home, he still couldn’t calm down and now dared not even approach a window, the psychological shadow was indeed quite large.

But after a while, Su Yuan came out with a face full of anger. During this time, Miao Qingqing had always been very polite to him, which made him think she was very easy to bully. But this time, Miao Qingqing’s attitude was unexpectedly firm, not giving him any face, and the intent to defend Song Xiaodong was very clear.

After leaving with a downcast look, Su Yuanhe immediately left the company. That evening, he gathered most of the company’s directors at his house. As for what they discussed, one could guess without being told.

Su Yuanhe was now truly ready to make a move. After talking with the directors, he notified Miao Qingqing the next day to hold a board meeting the following Monday.

Su Yuanhe didn’t try to hide this news, so it quickly spread throughout the entire company. There was much speculation, and everyone knew that Su Yuanhe was calling the directors to remove Miao Qingqing from her position as chairman.

Everyone thought it would be difficult for Miao Qingqing to get through this, especially since her tenure at the company was so short compared to Su Yuanhe, who had the deepest tenure in the company. Previously, Miao Qingyuan was around, he didn’t dare make any moves, but now he had rallied most of the directors. With just one more vote, he was certain to take the position of the new chairman.

People thought Miao Qingqing would definitely not just stand by. She should be directly talking to the directors, and Su Yuanhe was closely watching this matter, communicating daily with the directors to see whether Miao Qingqing was trying to win them over.

But not a single director mentioned being approached by Miao Qingqing. It seemed like she had completely given up the struggle, just silently waiting for the board meeting to happen.

As the day of the board meeting approached, Su Yuan felt more and more triumphant, while everyone in the company felt the situation had become irreversible. Some had already started to deliberately ingratiate themselves with Su Yuan, and when they saw him, they dropped the word "vice" from his title.

Started writing for the evening, there’s one more Chapter that will come out before nine.