Li Junchen spoke of cooperation, but in reality, he was threatening Shen Yushu.
Shen Yushu, a live-in son-in-law, had managed to ascend to the position of CEO of Fuhua Group through many underhanded means.
The mysterious death of the Fuhua Group chairman, and the transformation of Zhou Yuting from an arrogant young lady into a submissive woman who obeyed Shen Yushu's every command, were all points of gossip in wealthy circles.
Moreover, Shen Yushu had only been chairman of Fuhua Group for a few years, and his position was not yet stable. If anything were to go wrong now, all his efforts over the years would be in vain.
Seeing Shen Yushu's pale and distressed face, Li Junchen curved his lips. "Mr. Shen, I know you worked at Ding Sheng Group before and might feel a sense of loyalty from an employee to their boss towards Shen Chi Yan. I want to tell you, don't ruin your life over someone else's affairs."
With that, he reached out and patted Shen Yushu's shoulder. "I've said all I need to say. You decide your own path."
Shen Yushu watched Li Junchen's retreating figure, his hands slowly clenching into fists.
Only Shen Yushu knew how difficult it had been for him to climb to his current position.
Previously, he had helped Song Qinian out of a sense of guilt. Now, he couldn't afford to lose everything he had painstakingly acquired for Song Qinian's sake.
Shen Yushu sat in his office for a long time, finally making up his mind and making a phone call.
Meanwhile, as Song Qinian was busy dealing with the problems caused by Shen Chi Yan's vegetative state, Ji Luofei spread the news that Li Junchen was Shen Zhenghao's biological son.
Upon hearing this news, speculation arose from the outside world about whether Li Junchen would take over Ding Sheng Group in Shen Chi Yan's place.
Ji Luofei and Li Junchen seized this opportunity to acquire a significant amount of shares. Combined with a few minority shareholders, they directly entered the doors of Ding Sheng Group.
Everything happened too quickly. Before Song Qinian could even formulate a countermeasure, Ji Luofei, accompanied by several shareholders, pressured her to step down.
It was at this moment that Ji Luofei's true colors were finally revealed.
Ji Luofei looked at the grim-faced Song Qinian and smiled. "Nian Nian, it's not too late to change your mind."
Song Qinian curved her lips into a cold smile. "Aunt Ji, does Mr. Shen Zhenghao know about what you're doing?"
Ji Luofei shrugged indifferently. "Jun Chen is his son anyway, and Jun Chen taking over Ding Sheng Group is helping the Shen family."
Ha...
It was clearly a case of wanting to usurp the throne, yet she framed it so nobly.
Song Qinian's gaze swept over the shareholders who had previously promised the old madam they would support her, but were now going back on their word. "Gentlemen, you truly are fickle with your words."
The shareholders felt embarrassed, but when it came to matters of profit, who cared about saving face?
"We also have to consider the overall development of Ding Sheng Group. You, a mere young girl, cannot shoulder such a heavy responsibility. Mr. Li, on the other hand, is a highly educated talent who returned from Australia. His capabilities are evident to all of us. Furthermore, he is also the old madam's grandson."
Song Qinian suddenly recalled what the old madam had said and spoke coldly, "All your shares combined only amount to thirty percent. That is not enough to order me to step down."
The old master was a grateful man. When he founded the company, he gave some shares to those who had worked tirelessly with him. As Ding Sheng Group developed, by the time it reached Shen Chi Yan, he alone held thirty percent of Ding Sheng Group's shares.
Shen Zhengming held ten percent, Shen Zhenghao held ten percent, and the remaining shares were scattered among others.
Shen Zhenghao's shares were transferred to Ji Luofei after he reunited with her, to compensate Ji Luofei and her son.
Ji Luofei somehow managed to persuade Shen Zhengming and bought his shares. Combined with some scattered shares she had collected and shares from other shareholders, she became arrogant and lawless.
Ji Luofei had underestimated Song Qinian. She hadn't expected Song Qinian to remain composed and capable even in such a dire situation.
"Nian Nian, no matter how you struggle, you can't change the fact that Ding Sheng Group is changing hands. Shen Chi Yan holds thirty percent of the shares, but he is now in a vegetative state and cannot transfer the equity to you!"
Ji Luofei slowly walked up to Song Qinian and reached out to pat her head, only to be ruthlessly avoided by Song Qinian.
Ji Luofei wasn't angry. She was determined to win Ding Sheng Group and was in an exceptionally good mood.
"Nian Nian, it would have been so good if you had obediently stayed with Jun Chen. Unfortunately, your taste is poor, and you chose Shen Chi Yan. You deserve to pay a heavy price for your actions."
Just as Ji Luofei finished speaking, a mocking voice suddenly rang out. "Secretary Li, please inform HR to change the security company. Why are we letting dogs bark around here?"
The moment Song Qinian saw Gu Zhiyan, her taut nerves began to relax. "Mom..."
Gu Zhiyan walked to Song Qinian's side, put her arm around her shoulder, and said, "I'd like to see who dares to bully my daughter-in-law on my Shen family's territory!"
Ji Luofei's smiling face instantly turned grim when she saw Gu Zhiyan.
Gu Zhiyan walked up to Ji Luofei, and the two women confronted each other.
Gu Zhiyan was taller than Ji Luofei, and in terms of aura, Ji Luofei had already lost to her.
"Hmph... your ambition is finally revealed. Unfortunately, you won't win."
Ji Luofei had always been jealous of Gu Zhiyan. Gu Zhiyan came from a wealthy family; when she was dancing the swan dance in a princess dress, Ji Luofei was still worrying about a few dollars for tuition.
Even after the Gu family's decline, she married Shen Zhenghao. But no matter how hard she tried, how desperately she strove, the old madam still looked down on her.
Therefore, this time, she would absolutely not lose to her again!
With that thought, Ji Luofei let out a light scoff. "Is that so? Then we'll see who wins at the shareholders' meeting next Monday."
After Ji Luofei left, the shareholders who had come with her to cause trouble, fearing Gu Zhiyan's intimidating gaze, fled in disarray.
Although the people had left, Song Qinian's mood remained somber.
"Mom..."
Gu Zhiyan patted Song Qinian's shoulder. "Don't worry, everything will be alright. There are still three days until the shareholders' meeting on Monday. Perhaps Ah Yan will wake up within these three days!"
Song Qinian nodded. "Mom, no matter what, I will definitely protect Ding Sheng Group."
Ding Sheng Group was the culmination of the old madam and old master's lifelong efforts. She would never let the company fall into the hands of Ji Luofei and her son.
"Good, we will protect it together."
In the following three days, to protect Ding Sheng Group, Song Qinian was constantly on the move. She also made sure to call Shen Yushu.
However, despite calling Shen Yushu multiple times, he didn't answer.
When she called the company, Shen Yushu's secretary informed her that he was very busy recently and couldn't take calls.
This was clearly an excuse.
Song Qinian's heart sank, and she realized that Shen Yushu might have been bribed by Li Junchen.