However, the matter did not end there. Under investigation by relevant departments, Zhao Peng and Sun Hao's company fell into an extreme crisis. The company not only faced huge fines, but its reputation also plummeted, partners withdrew their investments one after another, employees were in a state of panic, and the company's operations were almost paralyzed.
Meanwhile, in the luxurious villas of the Zhao and Sun families, the atmosphere was so heavy it was almost suffocating. The fathers of the Zhao and Sun families sat at their desks in their respective studies, their faces grim and gloomy.
Zhao Peng and Sun Hao were summoned to their fathers' study. They lowered their heads, not daring to meet their fathers' gazes, their hearts filled with fear and unease.
Looking at Zhao Peng, Zhao's father's eyes were filled with anger and disappointment, but even more so with hatred for his good-for-nothing son. He slammed his hand on the table and demanded sharply, "Speak! Why is the company suddenly under investigation? Have you offended someone?"
Zhao Peng replied in a trembling voice, "Dad, it was us...we listened to Su Ran and Lin Yue's hints and bullied a classmate. As a result, that classmate collected evidence and reported our company."
Upon hearing this, Zhao's father turned pale with anger. He stood up, walked over to Zhao Peng, and slapped him hard across the face. The slap was so severe that Zhao Peng fell to the ground, covering his face and not daring to make a sound.
On the other side, the situation was exactly the same in the Sun family. Upon hearing Sun Hao's words, the father was furious. He pointed at Sun Hao's nose and yelled, "Do you have a brain? You've been used as a pawn and you don't even know it! Now look what's happened, the company is finished, and our whole family is going to suffer!"
After saying that, Sun's father also slapped Sun Hao without any mercy, making Sun Hao see stars and his head buzz.
After beating their son, Mr. Zhao and Mr. Sun calmed down a bit. They knew that what was done was done, and hitting or scolding their son wouldn't solve the problem. The most important thing now was to find a way to salvage the situation.
After pondering for a moment, Zhao's father said to Zhao Peng, "Go and ask Su Ran and Lin Yue for help. See if they can help resolve this issue. Remember, be sincere, even if you have to be humble, you must get it resolved."
Zhao Peng nodded. Although he was filled with humiliation and reluctance, he knew that this was the only way at the moment.
Sun's father also gave Sun Hao the same order.
So, filled with humiliation and helplessness, Zhao Peng and Sun Hao, like two stray dogs, arrived at the luxurious club where the group often gathered.
The club was luxuriously decorated and brightly lit, but it couldn't dispel the gloom in Zhao Peng and Sun Hao's hearts. They walked into the club with trepidation, each step feeling so heavy.
As soon as Zhao Peng saw Su Ran and Lin Yue, he said urgently, "Su Ran, Lin Yue, our family company is about to go under. You have to think of a way!" His voice was filled with despair and pleading, and his eyes were full of anxiety and helplessness.
Sun Hao also pleaded, "Yes, this is all because you bullied Lin Qian according to your wishes. You can't just abandon us!" His body trembled slightly, like a fallen leaf shivering in the cold wind.
Su Ran sat on the sofa, looking at them coldly, and said, "Hmph, who can you blame? It's your fault for being so incompetent. You couldn't even handle Lin Qian and caused so much trouble." His eyes revealed a hint of disdain, as if Zhao Peng and Sun Hao were insignificant in his eyes.
Lin Yue said sarcastically, "That's right. We only asked you to scare her a little, but you've made such a big fuss. Now you want us to help you?" A cold smile played on her lips, and her eyes were full of contempt.
Zhao Peng quickly explained, "We didn't expect Lin Qian to suddenly resist and even collect that evidence. We really know we were wrong, and we will definitely do things properly according to your requirements in the future." His voice was tinged with regret, and his eyes were filled with longing, hoping that Su Ran and Lin Yue could help them.
Sun Hao nodded vigorously, saying, "Yes, yes, yes, as long as you can help our company get through this crisis, we will absolutely follow your lead from now on." His eyes were full of determination, as if he was willing to do anything to get through this crisis.
Su Ran was silent for a moment, a ruthless glint in her eyes, and said, "It's not that we can't help you, but you have to continue bullying Lin Qian, make her suffer, and ideally make her give up those evidence on her own and never dare to speak out again. As long as you can handle this matter well, Lin Yue and I can guarantee that we will set up a good company for both of your families and help you make a comeback."
Zhao Peng and Sun Hao exchanged a glance. Although they hesitated for a moment, they could only grit their teeth and agree when they thought about the predicament of their own company.
“Okay, we’ll do as you say and we’ll definitely get Lin Qian sorted out,” Zhao Peng said. His voice held a hint of helplessness, but even more so, determination. He knew this was their only hope.
Sun Hao echoed, "That's right, we'll show her what happens when she offends us." A fierce glint flashed in his eyes, as if he could already see Lin Qian being bullied by them.
Su Ran nodded in satisfaction and said, "Then hurry up and go. Remember, don't mess this up again."
Zhao Peng and Sun Hao left the club with no other choice. They knew that an even more difficult challenge lay ahead, but for the sake of their families, they had no other option. Their figures looked so forlorn under the club's lights, as if their souls had been hollowed out, leaving only walking corpses.
After leaving the club, Zhao Peng and Sun Hao found a secluded corner and began to discuss how to deal with Lin Qian.
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