Chapter 500 Exposed in Public

Metro Radio Music Company is located on the first floor of the 110 Commercial Building. The lounge is directly connected to the tea room, and staff members come and go from time to time to pour tea, eat snacks, and rest.

The floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides are bright and airy, offering a clear view of the bustling crowds on the wide street, making it a perfect spot for office workers to sit and relax.

"This area can be considered the commercial center of the port city, a bustling location. The fact that they can rent an entire floor here for commercial use shows that the owner behind New City Music is exceptionally wealthy." Anxi sat somewhat reservedly at the table, her heart pounding with anxiety.

"When you submitted your manuscript to this company, didn't you check its strength and background beforehand?" In contrast, Wen Ni appeared more calm and composed. She leaned back with her body relaxed, one hand resting on the table, her gaze calmly fixed on the hurried pedestrians outside the window.

"...I submitted my manuscript to several companies at the time, only thinking about casting a wide net, and didn't really check the background of these companies..." Anxi shook her head with a worried look on her face. "Wen Ni, what kind of person do you think the boss of this New City Music Company is? What if he is as unreasonable as Director Mu?"

“I had Jiang Chen check last night. Metro Music is one of the top media and record companies in Hong Kong. They have released many excellent music works, and more than half of the artists they have worked with are A-list. Their CEO is Xi Ming, who is a musician by training and is also a star boss with an excellent reputation in the industry, with tens of thousands of followers on Weibo.”

As Wen Ni spoke, she picked up the water glass on the table, took a sip, and paused for a while before continuing thoughtfully, "For a medium to large music media company like this, there are countless excellent creators who would like to collaborate with it. There is absolutely no need for Xi Ming to take such a risk for a mere piece of lyrics and music, and do something that could very likely damage the company's reputation."

Anxi then belatedly realized, "You mean... you suspect that Director Mu acted on his own initiative, doing it first and reporting it later?"

"That's right."

Wen Ni nodded, then heard footsteps behind her.

The newcomer walked hurriedly, his face dark and filled with anger. It was none other than the arrogant Director Mu from last night's dinner party!

"Secretary Yang, you go ahead and get busy. I'll talk to the two of them."

"Yes, Director Mu."

Watching Secretary Yang leave until her figure disappeared, Director Mu turned around and slammed his hand on the table, staring at Wen Ni and An Xi with an exceptionally sharp gaze.

"I never expected you two little girls to be so bold as to actually come to our company?"

“Director Mu, you’re mistaken. We are the ones who were deceived and had our rights violated. Why wouldn’t we dare to come?” Wen Ni looked at him calmly.

Director Mu clenched his back teeth.

"Alright! I know you two are quick-witted! But this is a company after all. We can discuss your concerns privately. Don't delay other people's work here. Come on, let's go to the coffee shop outside!"

“Who wants to talk to you? We didn’t come to the company to see you. We want to see your CEO, Mr. Xi.” Wen Ni remained seated, not moving an inch.

"See President Xi? President Xi is very busy! Not just anyone can see him." Director Mu raised an eyebrow dismissively.

This is an open space, and other staff members are constantly coming and going, which is very inconvenient. Director Mu was also getting a little anxious. He lowered his voice, his warning clear: "If you two agree to come with me now, there's still room for negotiation. But if you insist on staying here and affecting everyone's work, don't blame me for not showing you any leniency!"

"Have some shame, uncle! We're clearly showing you leniency!" Anxi finally snapped, standing up and coldly rebuking him, "Let me tell you, if you don't want things to escalate, make us go see President Xi right now!"

"Who do you think you're yelling at!" Director Mu's aura was even stronger than Anxi's. He slammed the documents in his hand on the table and pointed at Anxi's nose with righteous indignation. "Nonsense! Unreasonable! Security! Where is security? Get these two troublemakers out of here right now!"

"Your skin is thicker than a city wall! Let's see who dares to chase me away! I'm not leaving today!" Anxi put her hands on her hips, one leg on the stool, and was panting heavily with anger.

Wen Ni sat calmly, twirling a cup of warm water in her hand, showing no sign of fear.

The other staff members who were busy were drawn to the noise from this side. They all put down their work and repeatedly stood on tiptoe to look over!

"What's going on?"

"Why are you arguing?"

"Look at this, you all! These two girls are scoundrels. I already paid them for the lyrics and music, but they're still not satisfied and now they want to extort more!" Director Mu said shamelessly, raising his voice with full confidence. "Security, kick them out! If they insist on staying, call the police! I have a written agreement in black and white, clearly stating the terms. Are you afraid of them?!"

"You're the scoundrel! You clearly stole my lyrics and music." Anxi's face flushed red; she was almost furious.

Company security has arrived, surrounding her from both sides, and is about to grab her!

"stop."

A clear, high-pitched female voice, accompanied by the crisp sound of a glass hitting the table, suddenly rang out, causing the chaotic crowd to pause and turn around.

Wen Ni stood up from her seat, holding her phone in her palm. On the lit screen was a densely packed electronic contract!

"Director Mu, take a closer look at this."

"I don't know what this is, and I don't have time to mess around with you!" Director Mu turned around, eager to get rid of her. "Where's security? Don't listen to her nonsense, get her out of here!"

The security guards hesitated slightly, but since they were company employees, they would definitely listen to Director Mu.

They exchanged a glance, took a few steps to Wen Ni, and were about to shove her.

But before they could even touch the hem of Wen Ni's clothes...

Wen Ni had already taken action to restrain one of the security guards' wrists, then slammed him onto the table with a backhand motion—the whole movement was smooth and efficient!

Everyone present was stunned.

At this moment, her powerful words broke the brief silence!

"Director Mu, you still have a terrible memory. This is the letter of intent for songwriting collaboration that you had Anxi sign online a few days ago. Moreover, it's the only document Anxi signed online, and it doesn't include a copyright sale statement at all! So I'd like to ask, Director Mu, who signed the copyright sale statement you have?"

"Or perhaps..."

"The signature on the copyright sale statement was actually cut off from the letter of intent for cooperation!"

These words caused Director Mu's expression to change.

He suddenly looked up, his gaze seeming to want to kill Wen Ni!