The next day.
Ye Longlin finally had a day off. The affairs of Baichuan Group were being handled by Mu Ye, Lin Tian Ai, and Xia Qing Xie, the three of them were capable of managing these matters.
After the company went public, he would basically no longer be involved in the group's affairs. His focus would be on dealing with the Dark Hall. The Dark Hall was no pushover, and if they sensed defeat, they would definitely resort to force. Once they used force, Ye Longlin would feel relieved.
"Not going to the company today?"
The sun was bright early in the morning. The late autumn sun felt warm on the skin, yet carried the coolness of early winter.
"Not going today. The essential tasks are mostly completed, there's no need to go."
"After this is over, you'll be a centi-billionaire, my little rich lady. You'll have to support me from now on."
Ye Longlin chuckled, picturing his future retired life with great happiness.
Once the Dark Hall was completely annihilated, he could retire. There would be nothing left for him to handle in the country. At that time, his era would have truly passed.
"Alright, from now on, as long as you serve this young lady well, a million in allowance money will be a small matter for me."
Mu Hanqi pressed her hands on the armrests of Ye Longlin's seat. With one hand, she extended her index finger and gently lifted Ye Longlin's chin, stating proudly with her chin held high.
Ye Longlin chuckled softly. Before he could speak, a childish voice reached his ears.
"Ew, Mommy and Daddy are shy!"
The little girl had appeared behind them at some point, covering her small face with her hands, though her fingers were spread just enough to see through.
Ye Longlin scooped her up and held her in his arms, deliberately putting on a fierce face to scare her. "You little rascal, do you believe I'll throw you into the sky?"
Upon hearing this, the little girl became even more excited.
"Okay, okay! Daddy, throw me! Yi Yi wants to fly!!"
Ye Longlin lifted her and tossed her towards the sky, at least ten meters from the ground. httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
"Woohoo~ Daddy is so amazing, Yi Yi can fly, Yi Yi can fly!"
"Hee hee hee, throw me higher, throw me higher! Ahhh, Yi Yi is flying!"
The old man walked out from inside. Seeing Ye Longlin tossing Yi Yi like a toy, catching her, and then tossing her again, almost gave the old man a heart attack.
"Hey, hey, hey, put her down, put her down!"
"This is utter nonsense! What if something happens? She's your daughter, aren't you heartbroken if she falls?"
Ye Longlin said helplessly, "Grandpa, nothing will happen, I know what I'm doing."
Xia Mingzhong glared. "Even if you know, it's not allowed, it's too dangerous! It's really too dangerous!"
"If you really want to take them out to play, I'll give you money. Just don't do this, my heart can't take it."
Mu Hanqi chuckled softly, stepped forward to support Xia Mingzhong, and said gently, "Grandpa, please don't worry. Look how happy Yi Yi is smiling."
As she spoke, the little girl fell from the sky. Ye Longlin circulated his internal energy, softening the force of her descent, and caught her in his arms.
"Alright, alright, you two go out and play quickly. If you make a fuss at home, you'll give me a heart attack sooner or later."
Ye Longlin and Mu Hanqi exchanged a smile without speaking.
At the same time, in the Zhou family.
Zhou Tao had been silent for some time. It seemed he had gone into hiding since his son was beaten. There had been no news of him in Chang'an during this period.
"The job was done well, but it's still easy to leave a trace. I can tell you that Ye Longlin and a group of people have established Baichuan Group. At the latest tomorrow, this business war will begin, and the Zhou family will definitely be implicated. I can tell you clearly, your task during this period is to cause trouble for the Xia family, to cause trouble for Xia Mingzhong!"
During this time, Zhou Tao had been working for them, hence his silence.
"Cause trouble for the Xia family? Is there any necessary connection?"
Zhou Tao was perplexed. Compared to before, a hint of an unreadable expression now adorned Zhou Tao's face.
This was something only those who had seen blood could discern.
"Ye Longlin is alone. If Xia Mingzhong is harmed, Ye Longlin will surely be thrown into disarray. If he doesn't manage Baichuan Group, our people can manipulate their funds in the stock market, thus winning this business war. Of course, success or failure rests with you.
I can also tell you clearly, if Ye Longlin wins, your Zhou family will cease to exist. Don't think we won't kill the weak and elderly! If you fail this task, let alone the weak and elderly, even a single earthworm in your Zhou family will be torn to shreds!
You should know how great the power behind us is. At that time, I can only say, good luck to you."
Zhou Tao's expression turned visibly grim, his eyes carrying a hint of determination.
Having worked for them during this period, he also knew how terrifying the organization behind them was. Furthermore, he now had blood on his hands and had no choice but to obey them. If he didn't, the Dragon Investigation Bureau would be at his door within half an hour, no question about it.
"But I have no reason to cause trouble for the Xia family now. Xia Mingzhong has already stepped down, and there's not much relationship between us anymore."
Zhou Tao frowned. He couldn't think of any reason to attack Xia Mingzhong, nor any reason to cause trouble.
"Your son was injured by Ye Longlin. Furthermore, I can tell you that Xia Mingzhong has sold all his calligraphy and paintings to raise money."
The person in the black robe said slowly, his tone unhurried and casual.
Zhou Tao's eyes lit up, thinking of something.
"What you need to do is distract Ye Longlin. When causing trouble for the Xia family, it's best to involve Ye Longlin. The day after tomorrow is the beginning of the business war. If the Giant Whale Chamber of Commerce loses, I will kill your son!"
The person in the black robe continued, his tone filled with chilling intent, causing Zhou Tao to tremble instantly.
"I understand."
After speaking, the person in the black robe suddenly disappeared. Zhou Tao was already accustomed to it. He sighed and muttered to himself, "Why has my Zhou family become entangled in such a struggle? One wrong step, and the Zhou family is finished. The Zhou family's vast foundation will be ruined in my hands."
"I'll do as he says. Ye Longlin might destroy the Zhou family, but if I don't, they will. Old man, don't blame me... alas."