Shen Yanxi's eyes were filled with disappointment, but also with a touch of heartache.
He Lingchuan said coldly, showing no appreciation whatsoever: "This is my own business, it has nothing to do with you."
“How can it not be a problem? He Lingchuan, don’t forget that your reputation has a great influence on the children. I don’t want to see news about you taking out high-interest loans online.”
Shen Yanxi seemed worried about the children, but in reality, she didn't want He Lingchuan and Zhang Ying to go against each other.
He Lingchuan glanced at Shen Yanxi, his face full of resistance: "Why don't you go home to be with the children? What are you doing following me around every day?"
I don't want you to make the same mistake again.
Shen Yanxi pleaded earnestly, her eyes red and brimming with tears, as if she were about to burst into tears at any moment: "Ling Chuan, don't go against Zhang Ying. He really will make it impossible for you to stay in this industry. Come back with me. If you want to start your own business and open a laboratory, I can support you."
"I didn't need your help before, and I need it even less now."
He Lingchuan resolutely refused Shen Yanxi's help. Once he made a decision, not even his parents could persuade him, let alone Shen Yanxi.
His gaze fell on Gu Chengze, his attitude resolute: "I've already talked to the bank about the loan. If nothing unexpected happens, I'll be able to get the money in a while, and your lab won't have to close. We can also hire a lawyer and take this opportunity to prove our innocence."
Ever since someone said there was a problem with their lab's products, a large group of people have followed suit online.
He Lingchuan received more than 20 return text messages in just one week, and even the seller from a year ago came to return the goods.
If they just wanted a refund, that would be one thing, but they also wanted a new product; that's just outrageous.
He Lingchuan looked at Gu Chengze with a serious expression: "Simply opening the door is not enough. We must clarify those rumors and let them know that there is nothing wrong with our products."
Gu Chengze is close to him, and his reputation is bad now, so there will definitely be many people who will use this as a reason to ask Gu Chengze to return the goods.
So this time, he'll do whatever it takes to help Gu Chengze save this laboratory.
Gu Chengze knew how much He Lingchuan had sacrificed for him. He looked at He Lingchuan with some guilt and said, "Lingchuan, I think you shouldn't waste this money, because I've already closed the lab."
"What did you say?"
He Lingchuan looked surprised and incredulous, staring intently at Gu Chengze: "When did this happen?"
“Yesterday, I didn’t tell you because I knew you wouldn’t agree. So, don’t take out a loan unless it’s for your own sake. If it’s for my sake, then don’t waste the money.”
He Lingchuan's brows furrowed deeper and deeper, and his expression grew increasingly solemn.
He remained silent for a long time before finally speaking: "It's okay, it's alright if you turn it off, we can just turn it back on."
With that, He Lingchuan turned to head towards the laboratory.
He had only taken two steps when Gu Chengze grabbed his wrist: "Ling Chuan, don't go. That shop has already been rented out."
"How could it be so fast?"
He Lingchuan looked at Gu Chengze in disbelief. If he really closed the lab yesterday, how could he have found a new tenant in such a short time?
He Lingchuan had been observing Gu Chengze's expression and could tell at a glance that he was lying.
He frowned, knowing that Gu Chengze really didn't want him to worry.
He Lingchuan sighed, having no choice but to accept this fact.
The lab was closed, and Gu Chengze felt the worst.
He Lingchuan opened his mouth several times, but hesitated to speak.
He was worried that what he said would upset Gu Chengze, so he wanted to ask but didn't dare to.
Fortunately, Gu Chengze understood him and looked up before he could speak, saying, "Are you asking what to do about those unfinished projects?"
He Lingchuan nodded somewhat awkwardly: "Those people probably won't just let it go like that, will they?"
"Yes, so I decided to pay them a penalty for breach of contract."
With the lab gone, the project is bound to be put on hold. He has no other choice but to offer compensation.
He Lingchuan frowned, and his expression became increasingly somber.
He remained silent, watching Gu Chengze's solemn expression, his mood becoming increasingly depressed.
Gu Chengze gently squeezed his shoulder. Although he was very sad, he still tried to comfort He Lingchuan: "Lingchuan, I am not cut out for this job, but you are different from me. You have talent and you can do it. I believe that as long as you work hard, you will definitely be able to create a company that is even better than Chengfeng Group."
Gu Chengze spoke calmly, not at all like someone who had just lost their dream: "I believe you can do it."
With that, he made up a random excuse and prepared to leave.
He Lingchuan watched him get further and further away, his face growing increasingly somber.
Just as Gu Chengze was about to disappear from his sight, He Lingchuan suddenly spoke up: "Chengze, why don't you work with me?"
Gu Chengze paused, stopping at the corner: "What did you say?"
"I was just thinking of opening a studio. Since you're not planning to continue running the lab, how about we work together?"
Since he had already applied for the loan, even if Gu Chengze didn't use it, he couldn't possibly return it.
After thinking it over, He Lingchuan decided that he was better off doing it himself.
He walked up to Gu Chengze and looked at him gently: "Since you're not going to do it anymore, why don't you come and help me? I know you're reluctant to leave this industry, Chengze, please don't refuse me. Consider it my way of making it up to you, okay?"
Gu Chengze hesitated for a long time with his head down, but under He Lingchuan's insistence, he finally nodded: "Okay, Lingchuan, you were much better than me when we were in school. I believe that if it were you, you would definitely be able to make your career bigger and stronger."
"With your words, I have even more confidence."
He Lingchuan smiled and looked up. He believed that as long as the two of them joined forces, they would definitely be able to weaken Zhang Ying's power.
Shen Yanxi overheard their conversation clearly. He frowned and stepped forward, trying to persuade He Lingchuan: "Stop joking around. You started from scratch. What do you have to compare with Zhang Ying? Lingchuan, don't be so naive."
Shen Yanxi's words sounded like she was advising him, but in reality, she was putting him down.
He Lingchuan frowned, his eyes filled with displeasure as he looked at Shen Yanxi: "Don't worry, even if we fail, it won't affect your reputation."
Shen Yanxi frowned, her face growing increasingly somber: "I'm not worried about that. Can you please not think of me like that? In your eyes, is Cao Xue the only one who is truly good to you?"
Shen Yanxi complained with a wronged expression, but all she got in return was a glare from He Lingchuan: "Yes, so please stop caring about me. It's a burden to me."
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