Chapter 51

The news of Chu Muchao taking over the company spread like wildfire and eventually reached Qin Ye's ears.

Considering Chu Wen's recent moves, it's clear that Chu Wen will take some action after Chu Muchao took over the company.

If he does nothing, he will have no chance to get close to Chu Muchao again.

Qin Ye personally ordered a bouquet of flowers, carried it all the way to the car, and then carried it to the MZ Group building.

He carried it into the top-floor CEO's office under the watchful eyes of everyone.

However, before he could even offer his congratulations, Qin Ye saw Chu Muchao confronting someone in his office.

Chu Muchao took over the company ahead of schedule, and in addition to quickly familiarizing himself with the work at hand, he also needed to continue his studies.

She missed a lot of professional knowledge in the early stages and now needs to catch up.

An uninvited guest barged in during her spare time of studying, pushing aside Wu Mi's door.

She immediately made demands of her:

"Has anyone told you that the former president of MZ Group has severed ties with our company?"

"Your unilateral termination of the cooperation agreement has already had a huge impact on our company."

“The cooperation between our two companies began when your mother, Ms. Yan, was president. I now demand that you resume cooperation immediately.”

The intense work and study had already made Chu Muchao's head spin.

Hearing the words coming out of the mouth of this unfamiliar "partner," Chu Muchao suddenly felt a throbbing headache.

Chu Muchao rubbed his temples and looked at Wu Mi, who had followed him in after failing to stop him.

Wu explained, "I tried to stop them, but I couldn't. I'm very sorry."

Chu Muchao waved his hand and asked, "Terminated due to breach of contract?"

Secretary Wu shook his head: "No, the cooperation was terminated according to the procedures when the cooperation contract expired."

Chu Muchao then asked, "Have we violated any rules or contracts?"

Wu Mi still shook his head: "No, during the contract period, we maintained a friendly and cooperative attitude, and all our actions were legal and compliant."

"knew."

Chu Muchao lowered his head, his gaze returning to the book.

"The team will evaluate the cooperation and then give you a reply."

The man immediately flew into a rage, slamming his hands heavily on the table.

Secretary Wu quickly stepped forward to stop the man: "President Lin, please calm down."

The man brushed aside Wu Mi, pointed at Chu Muchao's forehead, and said, "Without a team and Chu Wen, you can't make decisions? Then find someone else who can! If you don't give me an answer today, I'm not leaving!"

Who is this person?

Why are they resorting to shamelessness?

Chu Muchao frowned, raised her eyes, and sized up the man.

The man's face turned bright red with anger, and he spoke arrogantly, as if he were reprimanding his subordinate.

Chu Muchao propped his head up and looked at the other person, calm and indifferent.

"President Lin? By what right and under what conditions are you ordering me around? If you're being unreasonable, I'll have security escort you away."

"You're really putting on airs now? If Chu Wen hadn't unilaterally terminated the cooperation, our most important project wouldn't have suddenly run out of funds! Now you've not only caused our company to face huge compensation, but you've also ruined several of our projects!"

"We've been working together for five or six years, why should we just terminate the partnership like this! If you don't give me an explanation, I'll personally go and talk to General Manager Yan and your board of directors!"

nerve.

Chu Muchao frowned deeply, clearly losing his patience.

[Miss Mu, he is the one who spoke rudely to you at the forum a while ago, trying to take sides with your brother and show his support for your brother to continue running the company.]

According to data and information, profits have been declining over the past five years of cooperation. The only reason this partnership has lasted five years is because your parents are considering past relationships. From a purely profit-driven perspective, it's simply a matter of compromising with your parents' wishes; there's no need for such a partnership.

Upon suddenly hearing the system's gentle voice, Chu Muchao involuntarily trembled.

Chu Muchao: Weren't you on standby for now?

【^-^ I've always been here.】

Chu Muchao: Uh, I didn't hear him say anything rude to me, and I don't even remember his face.

【^-^ Yes, he's just a gossip who talks behind your brother's back. The security guards were too slow; let's use magic to get rid of him.】

OK.

Using magic allows you to eat delicious food and earn points to exchange for wish cards with the system.

【^-^ Thank you, Miss Mu Mu, for thinking of me. I'm very happy.】

Chu Muchao picked up the black pen on the table and held it in his hand.

A few seconds later, the black pen spun around on the fingertip and was placed back on the table.

"Don't you accept rejection?"

Chu Muchao smiled and said, "You can try having your company come up with a concrete cooperation plan and see if it can convince me. But remember to schedule an appointment with my secretary in advance next time."

Wu Mi understood, forcibly pulled the man away, and gestured for him to leave.

"Mr. Lin, this way please."

The man wanted to speak, but then he heard Chu Muchao's sweet voice slowly ring out.

"Let's go."

[Successfully used the magic skill "Words of Power," skill proficiency +15, magic points +15.]

A glint flashed in the man's eyes.

Then, he left with Wu Mi.

Qin Ye saw this scene from the doorway.

He also thought that if the man didn't leave, he would personally help Chu Muchao see the guest off.

I never expected him to leave like this.

As he passed by, Qin Ye glanced at him a couple more times.

The man's eyes were lifeless, a stark contrast to his previous aggressive demeanor.

Qin Ye felt a sense of doubt.

"Brother Qin Ye?"

Upon hearing Chu Muchao's sweet voice, Qin Ye immediately forgot about the man from earlier.

He carried a large bouquet of sunflowers in both hands and strode into the office.

"Congratulations, Mr. Chu."

Qin Ye held the bouquet in both hands and handed it to Chu Muchao.

The orange bouquets, as bright and dazzling as the sunshine, are full of life, passionate and energetic.

She likes it very much!

"Thank you, Brother Qin Ye! I really like it!"

"If you like it, that's fine."

Seeing the woman in front of him with a bright smile, Qin Ye raised his eyebrows and his smile deepened.

"Are you free tonight? I'll treat you to something delicious to celebrate taking over the company."

Chu Muchao hesitated, "Sorry, my brother is coming to pick me up later."

Qin Ye paused, a fleeting look of melancholy crossing his eyes.

He quickly perked up and asked with a smile, "Really? I haven't seen Chu Wen in a long time either. What are you planning to eat tonight?"

Chu Muchao was now in an even more difficult position. He stammered, unsure whether to agree or refuse, as it would be a loss of face.

After seeing General Manager Lin off, Secretary Wu returned to his office.

Having served as Chu Wen's secretary for so many years, he had honed his ability to read people's expressions to a high degree. Long before Chu Muchao even noticed Qin Ye, he had already spotted him.

Back in his office, he calmly accepted the bouquet of flowers from Chu Muchao.

"President Chu, there's a vase in the office. I'll take it and have someone trim it and put it in the vase."

"Okay, sure."

Chu Muchao hurriedly tried to leave with Wu Mi.

But Qin Ye grabbed his wrist and pulled him back.

"Xiao Chao, you can just have your secretary do it. It's been a long time, why don't you sit down and have a chat?"

Qin Ye's voice was not as deep and cold as Chu Wen's; the ending tone rose, carrying a hint of teasing.

Chu Muchao looked up at him.

Her peach blossom eyes slanted upwards at the corners, and her smile was unruly and frivolous.

Chu Muchao twisted his wrist and forcibly pulled it out.

Qin Ye didn't expect her to struggle like that, so he quickly let go of her, afraid of hurting her.

Seeing Chu Muchao withdraw his hand and quickly retreat to create distance, a hint of hurt flashed in Qin Ye's eyes.

"Are you still avoiding me? Are you that afraid of me?"

Qin Ye smiled somewhat helplessly and put his hands in his pockets.

"How does Chu Wen usually talk to you about me that makes you so wary of me? Xiao Chao, have I ever done anything to hurt you or make you unhappy since we were little?"

Chu Muchao lowered his eyes and shook his head.

"No, Brother Qin Ye is very good to me."

Qin Ye was even more helpless: "I'm so good to you, and you're still so afraid of me. Xiao Chao..."

She hadn't originally intended to be so wary of Qin Ye.

This is... a bouquet of flowers.

Although she quite liked it.

Miss Mu Mu, you're right, he has ulterior motives towards you. It's good that you rejected him directly.

Chu Muchao: Right... Sigh, I'm still too comprehensive.

Chu Muchao hesitated for a moment before speaking.

"Brother Qin Ye, let's do it next time. I'll treat you next time."

Qin Ye raised an eyebrow, a bad feeling creeping into his mind.

Chu Muchao raised her small face, her eyebrows and eyes curving, and smiled shyly and sweetly.

"By the way, I have some good news for you, we..."

"Xiao Chao," Qin Ye interrupted her almost reflexively, "I suddenly remembered I have something to do, so let's have dinner together another time."

Chu Muchao nodded and waved to him: "Okay, see you next time."

She wasn't sure if it was just her imagination, but she felt like she had just seen tears glistening in his eyes.

Like an abandoned puppy...

Even if he were an animal, he should resemble a fox.

Chu Muchao: Hmm... Brother Qin Ye's face has a roguish charm, but foxes are canines too.

【^-^】

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Unsurprisingly, news of Qin Ye's visit to the company that afternoon reached Chu Wen's ears.

Less than half an hour after Qin Ye left, Chu Wen called, his voice low and suppressed.

"Chaochao, Qin Ye came to see you? What did he say to you?"

"He congratulated me on taking over the company, gave me a bouquet of flowers, and invited me to dinner, but I said I'd have my brother treat him next time and tell him some good news."

Chu Muchao gave a small "humph" and asked, "So, is brother satisfied?"

Chu Wen's expression softened instantly: "Chao Chao is so good."

"Hmph, Wu Mi, was it you who deliberately left behind to spy on me?" Chu Muchao asked.

Chu Wen: "He's someone I trained to work for you; he's your person, not mine."

Chu Muchao asked, "Who told you that? Qin Ye only left a short while ago and you called me now."

Chu Wen's silence was her only response.

Chu Muchao found it boring.

"You can admit to monitoring me, but you can't let me know who's monitoring me, and you can't remove these 'surveillance' devices. Is that right?"

Chu Wen: "I'm sorry."

"You really lack a sense of security." Chu Muchao pouted. "Never mind, I have some things to do later. Come to the company and wait for me when you're done."

Chu Wen: "Okay."

After hanging up the phone, Chu Mu leaned back in his chair, his gaze falling on the floor-to-ceiling window.

【Miss Mu Mu, if you don't like this method, you can use magic.】

Chu Muchao: Sometimes I find his controlling and possessive nature amusing, but other times I really don't like it.

【So? 】

Chu Muchao: If we withdraw now, won't he go crazy? That's just treating the symptoms, not the root cause. I need to find out why he's so uneasy and solve the fundamental problem.

【^-^Miss Mu Mu really likes your brother.】

...

Why are you being sarcastic again?