Rebirth! The Assassin's Revenge-Chapter 446: That Definitely Won’t Work

Meanwhile, in Ling Company, Ling Tianyou finished dealing with the documents and stretched his arms, then called his assistant into the office: "Take all these out! Immediately post the regulation I mentioned in the meeting. If anyone disobeys it, inform me right away. No matter who it is, understand?"

The assistant observed Ling Tianyou’s rare stern expression and quickly nodded: "Yes, President Ling."

The atmosphere in the company had been extremely tense lately, and finally, today, change was on the horizon!

"I need to go out for a bit. If anything comes up in the afternoon, just tell President Zhang and the others to handle it."

The assistant acknowledged the instruction and then gathered the documents and left.

Glancing at the time on his wrist, Ling Tianyou picked up his coat and went downstairs.

Seeing the employees along the way nodding and bowing to him, Ling Tianyou felt inexplicably irritated.

Seeing this was less stress-inducing than facing Gu Ningyue when she was angry with him.

Since deciding to permanently terminate the contract with the Chen Family, the company’s old-timers constantly devised various ways to make his presidency uneasy.

If not for worrying about the damage to the Ling Family’s reputation, he would have fired all these old-timers long ago.

Just wait; once the ties with the Chen Family are completely severed, he’ll clean up.

Even if his father pleaded, he wouldn’t keep these people any longer.

Last time’s example wasn’t enough; this time, he intended to act decisively.

Driving all the way to Mr. Chen’s villa, several luxury cars were already parked at the entrance, indicating that Mr. Chen had invited quite a few people.

"President Ling, you have arrived." A servant heard the commotion and came to greet him, "Mr. Chen has already arranged a seat for you inside. Please come in."

Ling Tianyou handed the prepared gift to the servant and walked inside.

"Oh, even a young talent like President Ling is here. I thought it was only us older folks! Not bad, not bad!"

As soon as he entered, a somewhat familiar voice echoed.

Ling Tianyou looked up, and it turned out to be Xiang Bei?

"Chairman Xiang."

Mr. Chen gestured and asked someone to pull out a chair, giving Ling Tianyou a glance: "Sit down! It’s rare for President Ling to have an interest in tea; hence, he was invited. You don’t mind, do you?"

"Not at all." Several managers around Xiang Bei’s age said: "To savor tea with such a talent like President Ling is quite nice."

"That’s good then." Mr. Chen smiled and nodded, then turned to Xiang Bei: "Has Chairman Xiang returned to City A but hasn’t met President Ling? He’s a figure whose mere stamp in City A can shake the entire city three times!"

Upon hearing this, Ling Tianyou quickly replied: "Mr. Chen flatters me. I’m merely running the business my father built, taking advantage of my father’s reputation!"

These words immediately sparked another round of praise.

Xiang Bei remained silent and, once the others finished speaking, leisurely said: "Though I haven’t met President Ling, I’ve heard a lot about President Ling’s fame. He truly brings glory to the Ling Family."

Ling Tianyou smiled faintly, looking at the tea cup that the servant had filled for him without saying a word.

It seems this tea meeting isn’t as simple as he thought; it’s practically a battlefield.

He casually scanned the room and noticed that among those present, there were two significant figures from City A.

Judging by the empty seats, it’s clear there are still people who haven’t arrived.

He discreetly glanced at Mr. Chen; is this tea meeting really just a tea gathering?

Or is Mr. Chen planning something?

"I heard that after President Ling became involved with the Gu Family’s young lady, he terminated cooperation with the Chen Family. Is this true?" Chairman Wang, who had been silent, asked.

Chairman Wang’s father is a high-ranking government official; although his business isn’t large, he has considerable influence in City A.

Even financial giants like Xiang Bei have to be respectful in front of him.

Ling Tianyou nodded: "Terminating cooperation with the Chen Family is indeed true, but this would have happened even without the marital ties."

If at this moment he admitted it was for Gu Ningyue, it would undoubtedly put Gu Ningyue in the spotlight.

And these rumors, once reached his family’s elders, might change into something else.

At that time, it could heighten the dislike for Gu Ningyue’s presence.

Therefore, whether for his reputation or for Gu Ningyue, he couldn’t admit it publicly.

"Oh?" Chairman Wang said half-jokingly, "I thought President Ling made this decision to spare his beauty from heartbreak!"

Usually calm and collected, Ling Tianyou was now willing to give up such a big client, truly leaving people lamenting.

Ling Tianyou said faintly: "Business people prioritize benefits. I believe Chairman Wang understands this too, hence why Wang Enterprises has developed so well."

Although these words praised Chairman Wang, they implied that he shouldn’t meddle.

He didn’t bother mentioning the less reputable aspects of Wang Enterprises.

As expected, upon hearing this, Chairman Wang said no more.

Xiang Bei watched the exchange between the two, somewhat surprised.

Having heard of Ling Tianyou’s prominence in City A, he hadn’t expected it to be at this level.

Even Chairman Wang dared not say more; seemingly, he had underestimated Ling Tianyou.

No wonder Li Yulan hadn’t dared trouble Gu Ningyue since she got involved with Ling Tianyou.

After an unknown duration, the remaining seats gradually filled, and Ling Tianyou realized two of them were familiar politicians often seen in the news.

Compared to them, Chairman Wang’s presence was negligible.

The tea party officially began, and being the host, Mr. Chen naturally had to say a few words initially.

Ling Tianyou wasn’t knowledgeable in tea culture; he came mainly because of Gu Ningyue’s matters, so as Mr. Chen spoke, he rarely hoped not to be called upon.

After all, speaking nonsense before knowledgeable tea enthusiasts and being exposed would be immensely embarrassing.

Especially in front of so many prominent figures, Ling Tianyou couldn’t even imagine.

Fortunately, Mr. Chen didn’t mention him and even during the speech didn’t direct his gaze at him.

He felt inwardly relieved, listening to everyone praise the tea in his cup for its rarity, all while planning how to stay behind to talk privately with Mr. Chen after everyone left.

Mr. Chen had always been neutral, not involved in any disputes, resulting in the gathering of so many people now.

If he tried to approach Mr. Chen deliberately in front of everyone, it surely wouldn’t work.