It has to be said, Zhu Yi’s words quickly took effect. As soon as Madman Zhou heard that they could get a lot of money once Xiumei Group overcame the crisis, his attitude towards Liu Zixuan changed immediately.

Watching the shameless smile on this guy’s face, Liu Zixuan helplessly pinched his forehead, "Madman Zhou, oh Madman Zhou, always talking about becoming my father-in-law, but when it comes to a bit of money you start whining."

Madman Zhou chuckled slyly, "Good son-in-law, we’re all family, why mention these things? It’s just money. As long as I can help you get through this difficult time, I’m even willing to put my Treasure Hall on the line."

"Then I must thank you, Brother Zhou!"

Zhu Yi took over the conversation and said earnestly, "If, on the foundation of my group, we add your more highly valued antique auction house, Xiumei Group’s odds of success will be much higher this time!"

"Cough... you really want my Treasure Hall?" Madman Zhou’s mouth twitched as he asked.

"Look at you, just swearing oaths a moment ago, and now this attitude. Even if Xiumei Group prospers in the future, we shouldn’t give him any benefits." Liu Zixuan said grumpily.

"Damn it, who are you looking down on!" Madman Zhou slapped down the main card of his bank card, "This is all my assets."

Zhu Yi grinned widely, "Now that the funding issue is resolved, let’s talk about the internal matters of Xiumei Group."

Liu Zixuan shrugged and smiled, "I’ve already told you most of it. Since I’m not here often, you’ll have to help find out more details."

Zhu Yi nodded, "Speaking of business, over the years I’ve accumulated some experience and connections. I already gathered some information on the way here."

The three sat down on the side, and Zhu Yi, continuing where he left off, said, "About ten days ago, Chang Yanchang indeed had overly close dealings with several out-of-town wealthy businessmen. Not just him, even some other senior managers of Xiumei Group were seen with those wealthy businessmen attending high-end venues."

"This Chang Yanchang is the current top management at Xiumei Group?" Madman Zhou asked.

Zhu Yi nodded, "That’s right, Chang Yanchang is now the acting CEO of Xiumei Group. I’ve inquired about this kid, he’s not that old, only a year or two older than Zixuan."

"He seems pretty capable then; otherwise, Yiyi wouldn’t have chosen him as CEO." Liu Zixuan muttered.

"I hadn’t heard of him before, but when I asked around, I was surprised. This kid started his own company right after graduating from university, and within just half a year, the company had grown significantly. If things developed normally, the company could have gone public within five years without any issue."

"But as he was still young, he made a strategic mistake, and the company plummeted, ending in bankruptcy. Later, at a cocktail party, he was chosen by Jiang Yiyi and formally entered Xiumei Group."

Zhu Yi paused and looked at Liu Zixuan, "You might have some impression of this kid. Before you left, he was already a department manager in Xiumei Group."

Liu Zixuan chuckled wryly, "You still don’t know me, do you? Ever since Xiumei Group was founded, I haven’t meddled in its affairs at all. Even if we had a meal together back then, I probably wouldn’t recognize him."

Zhu Yi looked at Liu Zixuan in exasperation, "Letting you be a hands-off boss, and now there’s trouble!"

Liu Zixuan spread his hands helplessly, "I didn’t have any forewarning. I also didn’t know Yiyi would return to the family suddenly. She too had only just found out and made a hasty choice by picking such a guy. Problems arising were unavoidable."

Zhu Yi nodded, "It’s too late to talk about those things now, let’s think about how to handle it."

"So, we can basically conclude now that Chang Yanchang was bought off, causing issues for the group?" Liu Zixuan asked.

"Between the two of us, we can be sure of it, but everything requires evidence. I had someone investigate the surveillance footage of Chang Yanchang chatting with those people, but coincidentally, we found nothing, so without any evidence, we can only probe him first." Zhu Yi said with a smile.

Liu Zixuan sneered, "Evidence? If we decide it’s him, it’s him; evidence is unnecessary!"

"Zixuan, my young brother, you must be careful. If he dared to do this, he must be prepared. Plus, given his current control over the group, directly dismissing him as CEO might cause employee resistance." Zhu Yi advised.

"I’ve considered that. Once we are sure it’s them, then dealing with it becomes simple."

On this journey, Liu Zixuan had already thought of how to deal with them, with no need for any other strategies.

About evidence?

He is the founder of Xiumei Group, the highest authority there. To dismiss someone, why would he need evidence!

"By the way, have you identified those wealthy businessmen?" Liu Zixuan asked.

"Not yet, but I can find them." Zhu Yi said with a mysterious smile.

"They haven’t left Ghost Wood City?" Liu Zixuan asked happily.

"Not only have they not left, but they have also been frequenting a place you’re familiar with recently!" Zhu Yi said with a meaningful smile.

Liu Zixuan scratched his head, "A place I’m familiar with? Surely it can’t be Lingxiu Village?"

"Of course not, it’s right here in Ghost Wood City." Zhu Yi raised an eyebrow, "Think carefully, you should be able to figure it out."

Liu Zixuan frowned slightly, wealthy businessmen? Generally, when they arrive in a new city, they would often visit high-end places or tourist attractions.

The tourist attractions around Ghost Wood City aren’t well known, but the business is relatively developed, with more high-end venues. However, when Liu Zixuan was previously in Ghost Wood City, he wasn’t very familiar with those high-end places, let alone well-acquainted.

Then, what could still interest those wealthy businessmen...

Thinking of this, Liu Zixuan suddenly lifted his head, "Could it be they’re visiting Meng Yu’s studio!"

"You’re not only neglecting your company, but you’re also not paying attention to your little girlfriend. It’s long not a studio anymore, it’s now Mengxuan Media Co., Ltd., the largest film and media company in our state!" Zhu Yi explained with a smile. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

An icy gleam flashed across Liu Zixuan’s eyes, "Not only did they ruin my company, but they’re also eyeing my woman; they clearly don’t wish to live."

"They’ve recently been discussing collaboration with Meng Yu’s side, but they haven’t gone too far yet. I have a distant relative working in Meng Yu’s company who said those two guys are trying to win Meng Yu’s favor under the guise of investment, but Meng Yu doesn’t seem to pay them much attention."

Listening to Zhu Yi’s words, the corners of Liu Zixuan’s mouth slightly lifted into a smile, "Then before dealing with Chang Yanchang, let’s close the door on Ghost Wood City and eliminate those two old dogs first!"