<h4>Chapter 1225: Chapter 1233: Hongyu United Investment Company</h4>


    Leaving the restaurant, Jiang Yunkai nced at Little Hua trailing behind Ling Chen, and whispered, "Chen, there was no need to kill Cao Bin just now, it’s not good for the child to see too much bloodshed."


    Ling Chen chuckled and said, "No need to worry about that little girl, she’s seen more bloodshed than you have."


    "You did well just now," Tang Guolun chimed in, "That’s the only way to show them our ruthlessness. Kill one as a warning to others; I believe no one will dare risk their lives against us. By the way, the matter we discussedst time, have you thought it over?"


    "No problem." Ling Chen nodded and said, "Let Kai handle this matter; he knows best."


    After discussing theck of manpower with Tang Guolunst time, Ling Chen thought of a solution – establishing arge securitypany. This way, not only can we legitimately expand personnel, but also recruit some retired soldiers. Retired soldiers are not only personally strong and physically fit, but also maintain high discipline, able to start working without training, saving a lot of time invisibly.


    Three days.


    Since Ling Chen disposed of Cao Bin in front of everyone that day, those with malicious intent immediately became obedient. Over three days, all the upied venues were smoothly taken over by Ling Chen. For easier management and to reduce personnel usage, Ling Chen and Tang Guolun sold off some bars and bathhouses that were remote and difficult to manage.


    After clearing a quarter of the entertainment industry, Ling Chen invested all the earned money with Jiang Yunkai, tasking him with the securitypany’s establishment.


    After being so busy, everything is proceeding smoothly. However, the only thing that irks Ling Chen is Zhu Hong; that guy disappeared again.


    After repelling assassins from Skyhawk Pavilion at Hong Wei’s cest time, Zhu Hong vanished without a trace. Not only that, but the clues about Skyhawk Pavilion were also severed. Hong Wei once told Ling Chen that unless people from Skyhawk Pavilione looking for us, it’s very difficult to track their movements.


    Half a month has passed in the blink of an eye.


    Ling Chen originally nned to return to East Sea City earlier, but the Beijing situation hasn’tpletely stabilized yet, leaving him uneasy. He could only remain in the manor to assist Tang Guolun and Jiang Yunkai with some affairs. During this time, both Tang Shiyun and Zhu Xiaozhu have returned to East Sea City, leaving only Little Hua apanying Ling Chen, unwilling to leave.


    In this half-month, two major events urred in Beijing. One was the listing of Hongyu United Investment Company, the other being the establishment of Falcon Private Security Company.


    The former is a newpany established by Nanrong Wanqing. When thispany held its ribbon-cutting ceremony, many major enterprises attended, with over a dozen media covering the event, momentarily bing a spectacr affair in the business circle.


    Ling Chen didn’t attend the event in person; he only watched the news coverage on TV. Seeing Nanrong Wanqing leading the newpany’s other shareholders onto the stage, Ling Chen was somewhat surprised. This United Investment Company had up to fifteen shareholders, with the Nanrong Family holding fifty-one percent majority stake.


    Apart from Nanrong Wanqing as the major shareholder, the other fourteen shareholders were no strangers to Ling Chen – they were the ones who had previously united against Hongyu Group.


    Initially, when Ling Chen handed that list to Nanrong Wanqing, he thought she would retaliate legally against her opponents. Now it appears, Nanrong Wanqing did not do so; instead, she consolidated everyone’s resources to form a newpany.


    It proves Nanrong Wanqing is a smart and ambitious woman.


    There are no permanent enemies, norsting friends; as long as interests align, enemies can be friends.


    In contrast to the former, Jiang Yunkai’s establishment of Falcon Private Security Company was much more low-key. However, despite its low profile, Falcon Company’s development has been smooth. Within just a week of establishment, Falcon Company recruited nearly a hundred security personnel, mostly retired soldiers.


    Falcon Company offered very attractive conditions for retired soldiers, with high sries and good benefits, surpassing the treatment offered by other securitypanies. Anyway, Ling Chen does not expect this securitypany to make profits; as long as its revenue can maintain normal operations, it’s sufficient.


    "Boss Tang, things in Beijing are almost sorted out. If there’s nothing else, I’ll head back to East Sea City."


    "Okay, I’ll contact you if anythinges up."


    For better management, someone needs to hold down the fort in Beijing, and Tang Guolun is undoubtedly the most suitable person for the job, along with Jiang Yunkai’s assistance, there should be no major problems.


    However, just as Ling Chen was about to book a flight back to East Sea City, he unexpectedly received a call.


    Su Mei, Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion Master!


    "Are you free tonight? I’d like to invite you out for a meeting," Su Mei extended the invitation over the phone.


    Ling Chen was somewhat hesitant. To be frank, considering his current rtionship with Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion, it’s best to keep a distance. Nheless, aside from other matters, Su Mei is considered his friend. After some thought, Ling Chen ultimately decided to meet Su Mei.


    Some issues need to be addressed sooner orter, it’s also good to rify things with Su Mei.


    Nightfall.


    After much persuasion, Ling Chen managed to leave Little Hua at home, driving alone to the agreed location.


    It was a high-end domed restaurant, located at the top floor of a tower. Dining at this restaurant allowed one to overlook Beijing’s nightscape. Upon entering the restaurant, Ling Chen nced around and discovered the luxurious restaurant was devoid of any guests.


    At this moment, a genteel-looking waitress approached and politely asked, "Are you Mr. Ling?"


    "Yes, I am." Ling Chen nodded.


    "Mr. Ling, hello, please follow me."


    Before long, under the waitress’s guidance, Ling Chen arrived at a window seat.


    "Mr. Ling, please have a seat. Miss Su will be here shortly."


    Watching the back of the departing waitress, Ling Chen chuckled quietly to himself. True to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion’s style, not only did they book the entire restaurant, but even changed the staff to their own people. Although the waitress hid it well, Ling Chen still sensed something unusual from her nimble steps.


    At a nce, the staff and bartenders were all disguised experts from Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion.


    Sigh!


    Ling Chen sighed helplessly. For Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion to be so guarded against him could only mean one thing – he had already been ced on Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion’s cklist.


    After more than ten minutes, and a ss of red wine, Ling Chen finally heard some movement at the restaurant entrance.


    Turning his head to look, he saw Su Mei in a beige dress, her long hair down, gracefully walking over. Su Mei is the kind of delicate woman; if Zhu Xiaozhu is sweet and clear spring water, Nanrong Wanqing is a snow lotus atop an iceberg, then Su Mei is a low-key, fragrant water lily.


    Noble, serene, with a unique charm.