"I have no objections," Xia Qingxie said directly. After all, in this business war, Tianqiong Chinese Network could contribute the least capital, estimated at around fifty billion at most, and even that fifty billion was scraped together.
The fact that they were allowed to participate was entirely due to Ye Longlin; without him, they wouldn't be brought along. Besides, as things had developed, he definitely wanted to be involved, but the issue was that higher returns required more investment. Even after trying every possible method, he could only raise fifty billion.
"You all can discuss these matters," Ye Longlin said, not paying it much mind, and stood up to leave.
He walked to Xia Qingxie's office and lit a cigarette. Mu Hanqi also walked over, clearly not attending the subsequent meeting.
"What's going on? What happened that led to this kind of business war?" Mu Hanqi, realizing the gravity of the situation, asked.
Ye Longlin shook his head slightly and said, "Silly girl, it's nothing. I'm here."
No matter when he said these words, Mu Hanqi always felt a sense of peace. She also felt protected, her heart filled with security.
"The Giant Whale Chamber of Commerce might be a money-gathering organization for the Dark Hall. In previous records, the Dark Hall had three departments. Don't underestimate these simple departments, as they are not staffed by ordinary people.
The Finance Department is solely responsible for money. The exact amount is unknown, possibly even to themselves.
The Military Department comprises the Eight Gods of Heaven, along with all armed personnel of the Dark Hall, including but not limited to martial artists and firearms.
The Power Department controls high-level figures and power-holders worldwide.
If the Dark Hall wished, they could certainly become a public enemy of the world, but at that point, they wouldn't be able to survive. I suspect the true reason the Dark Hall hides within Great Xia is... safety! After all, we cannot allow foreign military forces to operate within our cities."
Ye Longlin hesitated for a moment before speaking to Mu Hanqi. There were some things that didn't need to be concealed from her. Sometimes, knowing too little wasn't necessarily a good thing. At least she would know who their enemies were and what goals they needed to achieve.
However, after hearing this, Mu Hanqi mumbled, "These are your concerns. My only concern is the child."
Ye Longlin: "..." It seemed all his explanation was in vain.
"Stay home more often. Tang Tianhao has a certain evil streak to him."
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Juyi Villa.
This place was left behind by an old boss. Matters were always discussed here, but in the new era, it was long deserted. For those in the underworld, this place held more of a nostalgic significance.
But after receiving Tang Tianhao's call late last night, the entire underground of Chang'an buzzed with activity, and many people discussed and speculated. Juyi Villa, abandoned for years, and yet business was being discussed here! Thus, many arrived early.
"Fish Head Chen, you're here too? Tsk tsk, the fierce guy who chased people with a knife for several blocks back then is now selling fish. Unbelievable, truly unbelievable."
"Chicken vendor, how have you gone downhill? What's your situation?"
"Damn, aren't these the Four Great Guardians? Haven't heard from them for years, could they have been doing something big? Looking at them... those burly ones seem like bodyguards?"
At the entrance of Juyi Villa, figures appeared one after another. Down the mountain, many cars were parked, and these cars were almost all above two hundred thousand, with no upper limit. The most expensive was a Cullinan, which was Tang Tianhao's ride.
Juyi Villa, to put it bluntly, was a straight-through house ten meters long and five meters wide, with a central seat, much like the imperial court during morning audiences. Crucially, not only those from the underworld but also some from the legitimate world appeared, all wearing masks to conceal their identities.
Left white, right black. It was evident of Tang Tianhao's status in Chang'an.
"Everyone, I'll get straight to the point. I hope you can help me keep an eye on Ye Longlin. Although this Ye Longlin has only been here for a short time, he is truly arrogant. Not only did he instigate Xia Mo to chop off my son's hand, but last night he also blew up my car right at my doorstep!"
"What is this?"
"This is provocation! This is naked provocation!"
"Although I, Tang Tianhao, am not a paramount figure, I believe I have some influence in Chang'an. If this revenge is not taken, where will my face as Tang Tianhao go? Do I still need this face?"
"Therefore, I have gathered everyone here today to issue a bounty. Whoever has the ability to kill Ye Longlin and brings me his head will be rewarded by me, Tang Tianhao, with a detached villa in Jiuxi Courtyard, a ten-million luxury car, one hundred million in cash, and a 5% stake in Tang's Group!"
The moment these words were uttered, the entire Juyi Villa erupted!
"One hundred million cash and a 5% stake in Tang's Group, is that real? It's too attractive! Considering the scale of Tang's Group, a 5% stake, that's how much money!"
"Exactly! Oh my god, President Tang is truly... astounding! I can't even believe what I'm hearing."
"Look at that group from the legitimate world, they're all lowering their heads and discussing. Indeed, in this society, it's not that you offer too little, but that President Tang offers too much!"
A crowd began to discuss, none of them expecting Tang Tianhao to drop such a bombshell! Regardless, the reward was presented; it was up to them to see who had the qualification to claim it!
"President Tang, since you are offering such a reward, is this Ye Longlin difficult to deal with?" someone asked the crucial question.
Tang Tianhao remained silent for a moment: "I don't know the specific situation. On your left, there are over a thousand files. You can take a look. This is all the information I could gather about Ye Longlin."
"There is no doubt that the opponent possesses a firearm. This is something Zhou Tao, Li Zhengyi, and others can confirm." After all, Ye Longlin had displayed it at the calligraphy and painting exhibition, so it was not a secret.
"I've laid out my terms. I won't accept anything else; I only want Ye Longlin's head. I'll say it again, the reward is here. Whoever gets it, it's theirs. Of course, those who provide important clues will also be rewarded. The specific reward will depend on how valuable your information is."