LABMY CH24

“Jian-ge! I really can do this!”

Hearing Jian Yuanbai instruct the manager to buy ten loudspeakers, Wei Zhenge immediately grabbed his hand.

Seeing Wei Chengye approaching, Jian Yuanbai instinctively pulled Wei Zhenge behind him, “It’s fine, you’ve been wronged for so long—”

He quickly swallowed the word “wife” that almost slipped out.

“I’ll handle this for you.”

Wei Zhenge panicked.

The thought of ten loudspeakers blasting his humiliation for the entire mansion to hear made him break out in a cold sweat.

“Jian-ge, listen to me,” Wei Zhenge lowered his voice and almost pressed against Jian Yuanbai’s ear to prevent others from hearing.

“Handing me the empty shell of the Su family company is nothing more than a way for Wei Chengye to humiliate me.”

“He only remembers the humiliation he suffered back then. But after all these years of smooth sailing, success has made him arrogant and careless.”

“No matter how clean he thinks he is, no one can operate without leaving a trace. The financial records, the transfer of funds — these are all key evidence. As long as I find the right thread to pull, I might be able to send him to prison.”

“Even if I can’t find direct evidence, I can dig up dirt on the people who handle the Su family’s company for him. They’re part of his network of shared interests — if they go down, they’ll drag him down with them.”

Wei Zhenge’s voice dropped even lower, practically brushing against Jian Yuanbai’s ear.

“And even in the worst-case scenario, if I find nothing… After what he did tonight, which respectable family would dare marry their daughter to his ‘perfect son’?”

“My act of storming out in anger was intentional. The more humiliated I appear, the more complacent and arrogant he becomes. He won’t see me as a threat.”

“I’m not humiliated!”

The words came out forcefully, but as soon as they left his mouth, Wei Zhenge felt a bitter sting in his chest.

When he walked out of the Wei family’s gate earlier, he had only felt a little stifled.

But if ten loudspeakers were blaring his humiliation for everyone to hear, he couldn’t imagine what kind of expression he’d be forced to show.

What he didn’t tell Jian Yuanbai was…

Even if he couldn’t find any evidence, he could always fabricate something that seemed believable enough to bait Wei Chengye into making a move.

However, such tactics were dirty.

At least for now… he didn’t want Jian Yuanbai to see this side of him.

Jian Yuanbai was stunned after hearing all this.

“…I really underestimated you.”

No wonder this guy was born to be the protagonist.

Even without his help, Wei Zhenge was capable of executing a flawless counterattack.

While Wei Zhenge felt relieved, an indescribable emotion welled up inside him.

No matter how much he tried to hide the darkness in his heart, he had just revealed too much in front of Jian Yuanbai.

Jian Yuanbai would never see him as innocent and harmless again.

Just as Wei Zhenge was lost in his tangled emotions, Jian Yuanbai suddenly lowered his voice and said,

“Sending him to prison can wait. But tonight, we’re settling this right here.”

Before Wei Zhenge could stop him, Jian Yuanbai had already turned and walked toward Wei Chengye.

“You don’t need to feel pressured,” he added casually. “Helping others is my greatest joy in life.”

Wei Zhenge felt his eyes sting.

Why… why couldn’t he stop this man?

In front of the entire crowd, Jian Yuanbai slightly raised his chin and spoke in an unhurried tone,

“Let’s officially introduce ourselves.”

“I’m Jian Yuanbai, the chairman of Zhenge Group.”

“I heard the Wei family is eager to collaborate with us?”

Wei Chengye had just watched the two whispering intimately, and his expression was already cracking. He forced a smile and said, “Yes, President Jian. I believe the collaboration between Zhenge and the Wei family will be a win-win situation for both sides.”

Jian Yuanbai raised an eyebrow, smiling faintly.

“Win-win? And what exactly does Zhenge win from this? Winning the privilege of having our reputation dragged down by your outdated technology?”

Since becoming chairman of the Wei Group, no one had ever dared to mock Wei Chengye to his face.

“President Jian, Zhenge may have the technology, but don’t forget — the Wei family has decades of foundation in this industry, something Zhenge can’t match.”

At that moment, a man stepped forward and extended his hand to Jian Yuanbai with a smile.

“President Jian, I’ve heard so much about you. I’m Fu—”

Jian Yuanbai interrupted him coldly, not even glancing at his outstretched hand.

“I know who you are. Fu Pengyi’s father.”

Father Fu forced a smile and continued awkwardly, “Yes, Pengyi is my son. He—”

Jian Yuanbai cut him off again, “—is nothing but trash.”

Father Fu’s smile stiffened, and he glanced at Wei Chengye for help.

However, Jian Yuanbai, seeing the silent exchange between the two, instantly connected the dots.

“Oh… The Wei family sends a large number of phone manufacturing orders to the Fu family every year, right?”

The relationship between the two families was that of superior and subordinate.

With the Wei Group’s massive sales volume, they not only produced phones in their own factories but also outsourced orders to others — primarily to the Fu family.

This was also why Fu Pengyi had been shamelessly sucking up to Wei En all these years.

The big one flatters the bigger one. The small one flatters the smaller one.

Jian Yuanbai smiled,

“If the Wei family wants to collaborate with Zhenge, it’s simple — terminate all cooperation with the Fu family.”

Both Father Fu and Wei Chengye’s expressions changed instantly.

Father Fu’s face was particularly grim as he saw hesitation flash across Wei Chengye’s face.

On the surface, they were just a subcontractor, but the annual profits they earned from the Wei family’s orders were astronomical — easily over a hundred million yuan.

If this collaboration was cut off, the consequences would be unimaginable.

Wei Chengye forced a smile, “President Jian, the Fu family has been our partner for years. Besides, Zhenge’s phones still need factories for production. Building new ones would cost far more than using existing facilities.”

Jian Yuanbai chuckled.

“You’re actually considering this seriously? Who said I need to build new factories?”

“If your production can’t keep up with the market’s demands, you’ll either have to slash prices or pile up unsold inventory in your warehouse.

“With no cash flow, bankruptcy is inevitable.

“When that happens… I’ll just buy you out.”

Wei Chengye’s expression darkened.

“Fine. We can cut ties with the Fu family.”

Father Fu’s legs nearly gave out. “Wei Chengye, you—”

But before he could finish, Wei Chengye shot him a subtle warning glance, and Father Fu swallowed his anger, standing off to the side with a pale face.

Jian Yuanbai casually nodded, “You do have some sincerity, President Wei.”

Just as Wei Chengye let out a sigh of relief, Jian Yuanbai added with a leisurely smile,

“But…”

“But, just now, Chairman Wei personally kicked out Zhenge’s largest shareholder.

“With this… I’m afraid our collaboration won’t be possible.”

Wei Chengye’s face froze.

He thought he’d misheard.

“President Jian, you must be mistaken. I’ve never driven away anyone from Zhenge.”

Jian Yuanbai pulled out a document and slowly unfolded it.

“On the day Wei Zhenge turned eighteen, I signed a stock transfer agreement with him.

“Strictly speaking, he is the largest shareholder of Zhenge Group.

“And I…

“…am merely the acting CEO he hired.”

Jian Yuanbai raised the document in his hand and smiled mockingly,

“Would you like to take a look, Chairman Wei?”

The title “Chairman Wei” was drawn out, dripping with sarcasm.

Wei Chengye stared at him in disbelief.

“You… You transferred Zhenge’s shares to Wei Zhenge?!”

His reaction was nothing compared to the person beside him—

The most shocked person at this moment was actually… Wei Zhenge.

Jian Yuanbai turned to him with a smile, “Remember to pay me my salary, Chairman Wei.”

Wei Zhenge was completely stunned.

Zhenge Group was dominating the market right now. Anyone with a bit of business sense knew how terrifying those shares were in value.

But what truly struck a chord in Wei Zhenge’s heart was…

That stock transfer agreement had been signed on his eighteenth birthday.

Back then, he had thought Jian Yuanbai’s sudden appearance after his early “breakup” was just a form of possessive control.

This was what had made him so resistant and uncomfortable all this time—like a tiny splinter lodged in his heart, barely noticeable, yet faintly painful.

But now, he realized…

Jian Yuanbai hadn’t come to force him to submit.

He had come to hand everything over to him.

Without taking a single thing for himself.

Wei Zhenge didn’t understand…

How could Jian Yuanbai go this far for him?

But at this moment, the sour ache in his chest spread uncontrollably.

“Alright, I’ll pay your salary.”

Wei Zhenge heard himself say these words.

In that instant, the way everyone in the room looked at him completely changed.

With the title of “Zhenge Group’s largest shareholder”, no one dared to look at him with pity or ridicule anymore.

If even Zhenge’s largest shareholder needed sympathy, then the rest of them might as well start begging on the streets.

Wei Chengye, worthy of being a man who climbed to the top by living off others, had exceptional mental composure.

As if he had completely forgotten about kicking Wei Zhenge out just moments ago, he smiled with the facade of a loving father.

“Zhenge, haven’t you wished your grandmother a happy birthday yet?”

“Why don’t you go up and say a few words? The old lady misses you very much.”

He didn’t apologize, nor did he mention what just happened.

Instead, he shamelessly dragged out the 80-year-old birthday star, attempting to use the old lady’s status to smooth things over.

Jian Yuanbai, however, had not forgotten why he came here tonight.

He immediately pressed Wei Zhenge down onto the seat as if guarding his most precious treasure.

“No need, President Wei. We’ll just sit here for a bit and then leave.”

Sit for a bit… a bit… then leave.

The heart that had just swelled with warmth in Wei Zhenge’s chest was instantly yanked out and thrown into ice water.

His mind became clearer than ever.

“Jian-ge, let’s go.”

“I don’t want to see him anymore. Since he’s already said we’ve severed all ties, there’s no point in staying here.”

Jian Yuanbai firmly refused, “No, just wait a little longer. The manager will be back soon.”

Wei Zhenge felt like he was sitting on pins and needles.

Unable to bear it any longer, he abruptly stood up and forcefully pulled Jian Yuanbai along.

“Jian-ge, I don’t want to stay in this place anymore. Let’s go home.”

Jian Yuanbai looked a little conflicted but still said, “Wait, just one last sentence before we leave.”

“Be good. I know you’re upset and want to vent. Don’t worry, you’ll get to say everything you’ve been holding back very soon.”

After all, he had to make his Little Pillow say those classic “protagonist revenge lines.”

That was his mission, after all.

And… he knew deep down, Little Pillow wanted to say them too.

It had to be said!

With ten loudspeakers blasting it across the entire mansion, wouldn’t that be legendary?

After saying it, Wei Zhenge could directly change cities and start a new life.

Wei Zhenge scanned the crowd, counting the number of people present.

…Maybe moving to a different country would be safer.

His eyes grew even hotter, a faint redness appearing at the corners.

“Jian-ge, I’m really touched by everything you’ve done for me… I just want to be alone for a while right now.”

Unable to drag Jian Yuanbai away, Wei Zhenge decided to run away himself.

However, just as he turned around…

He saw the manager walk in, with ten loudspeakers strapped all over his body, like some kind of “Loudspeaker Demon.”

The manager grinned as he held the ropes tied to the speakers.

Wei Zhenge’s expression completely cracked.

“…So…so enthusiastic…”