Song Jun switched off the bug and began his report, "Boss, everything in the capital has been handled. We've joined forces with several other families and are now targeting the Tang family. I believe within two days, the Tang family will be too preoccupied to worry about anything else."
Qing Muye held a cigarette between his fingers, his slender hand flicking ash. A wisp of white smoke escaped his lips, "Secretly protect Ah Wei and the others, especially her parents, the old madam, and the two children. Not a single mistake can occur."
"Yes," Song Jun replied.
"By the way, are there any developments from Country C?" Qing Muye's brow furrowed. He felt Fleck Streit's recent quietness was somewhat eerie, and he feared he was hatching some conspiracy.
Song Jun immediately explained, "It's said that Xiao Cheng left a divorce agreement and quietly departed. Fleck has been sending people to search for Xiao Cheng's whereabouts, dedicating all his attention to him. However, Xiao Cheng was brought back to the castle a couple of days ago, and Fleck Streit has made no further moves."
He added, "We explained everything very clearly to Fleck Streit during our last visit to Country C. He's a smart man; he shouldn't be targeting you anymore."
"Hmm," Qing Muye raised his hand and brought the cigarette to his lips, biting down on it. "Recently, focus all attention domestically, especially on Qing Si Huai. He's bound to make a significant move."
"The boss is wise. I heard that Country C's internet magnate, Arlo Cogswell, has approached Qing Si Huai, likely to discuss cooperation," Song Jun said, a hint of worry in his voice. "You snatched several of his multi-billion dollar projects previously, and he's been holding a grudge. This time, their strong alliance will likely be a major problem."
"Find a way to meet Arlo Cogswell in secret," Qing Muye instructed Song Jun. "As for the company's auction, continue with it. We must seize this opportunity to eliminate Qing Si Huai and reclaim Song Yu Group."
"Alas, when it rains, it pours," Song Jun sighed heavily.
"It's not 'when it rains, it pours.' It's that the business world is like a battlefield. In times of glory, everyone flatters you; in times of downfall, when the wall falls, everyone pushes," Qing Muye raised an eyebrow. He held the now-burnt cigarette between his fingers, pinching the glowing ember with his index finger and thumb, extinguishing it.
Despite the scorching ember, he didn't flinch, as if he felt no heat.
Then, he flicked his fingers, sending the cigarette butt into the trash can. "Proceed according to the plan. You may leave."
"Understood." Song Jun looked at his boss with concern, wanting to say something, but ultimately chose to remain silent. Everything was developing according to his boss's plan, and anything he said would be superfluous.
Before leaving the detention room, Song Jun turned the bug back on. As for their conversation, the detention room's surveillance would not capture it, and no one would ever know.
...
Country C, morning.
Since Xiao Cheng had agreed to give Antina one chance, Antina became exceptionally attached to him, showing him great care and concern, showering him with affection, fearful that the man she once deeply loved would leave her once more. The couple either left the castle to party on a luxurious yacht at sea, or they would go sea fishing with Xiao Cheng, or have picnics and gamble. Whatever Xiao Cheng was willing to do, Antina wholeheartedly agreed. While Xiao Cheng didn't particularly like Antina, he did consider the child in her womb. After all, it was a new life about to be born, and he wouldn't intentionally trouble Antina.
One day, Antina and Xiao Cheng invited some friends from Country C for a spring outing. Shortly after they left, Antina's castle welcomed a mysterious and distinguished guest.
At that moment, Fleck Streit was leisurely sunbathing in the courtyard, listening to his subordinate report on the organization's recent activities. Suddenly, the butler, Jeeves, rushed over, "Sir, we have a guest."