"I've poured most of my energy into this, and I'm going to give it my all. Win or lose, at least I'll have tried."
Just two days ago, another major project I had previously invested in ran into trouble. The partner absconded with the funds, causing a huge problem for 'Lofilo.' If we don't quickly find another project to fill the gap, the company will face an irreparable situation.
As he finished speaking, a clear trace of regret flashed across Chu Lin's eyes.
He propped his head up with a headache and said in a hoarse voice, "So, I have to win the renovation and development project in the dense forest area. But with the Fu family as a powerful force, my chances of winning the bid are probably less than 50%."
I shouldn't have brought this up with you, since it involves the Fu family. I'm very sorry.
Fu Qingruo shook her head, then hesitated before asking, "Is the situation really that bad?"
“I won’t lie to you. ‘Lofele’ is a company that I fought hard to acquire after many battles. Now I can only watch helplessly as the building is about to collapse. I’m so useless.”
His face was filled with pain and self-blame.
Fu Qingruo saw this and seemed quite uncomfortable.
She finally asked, her voice tinged with concern, "What can I do to help you?"
"I..." Chu Lin's eyes flickered slightly, implying, "Actually, the Fu family is at the height of its power in China. Whether or not they can win this renovation project is probably of little consequence to President Fu."
Fu Qingruo was clearly taken aback upon hearing this, and subconsciously said, "But Achen must have also put in a lot of effort and energy."
Chu Lin had already guessed that she would reflexively defend her younger brother.
After all, they had been family for so many years. If she stood by his side without hesitation, he wouldn't believe her.
The next moment, he said with a bitter expression, "Yes! President Fu specially participated in the bidding for the renovation project, probably to let me see reality clearly."
He already had issues with me, and if he succeeds in winning the project this time, he'll probably be even less likely to approve of me being with you!
Fu Qingruo unconsciously frowned. She hadn't considered this possibility before, but now it seemed quite likely.
"With President Fu's abilities, he has surpassed more than 99% of the men in the world. He should only be able to see those who are commensurate with his abilities, and he will not take his defeated opponents seriously."
Chu Lin looked dejected, his gaze filled with reluctance as he looked at her. "I lost this time. I lost not only the company, but also the person I love most."
"No!" Fu Qingruo was finally touched. "You won't lose."
Chu Lin couldn't help but show surprise, "But I'm not confident I can beat him, unless..."
He paused for two seconds, implying, "If I can get the bid from the Fu family and make adjustments based on their conditions, there might still be a chance."
Fu Qingruo understood the meaning behind his words, unconsciously pursed her lips, and showed a struggle on her face.
"I'm sorry." Seeing her like this, Chu Lin immediately felt sorry for her and said, "I shouldn't have brought it up, Qingruo. I've put you in a difficult position, haven't I?"
Fu Qingruo wanted to refute, but couldn't say anything for a moment.
Chu Lin smiled wryly and said, "It's okay. At worst, it's just failure. I've been through so many ups and downs over the years, so how could I be easily discouraged?"
But... if I were able to beat President Fu, I could prove to him my feelings for you.
I really love you so much. If you weren't a member of the Fu family, wouldn't we have been able to be together much sooner, and wouldn't we have faced obstacles from your family?
This statement is also an implication.
Because Fu Yunchen disagreed, she could not accept her confession.
Ultimately, it was all Fu Yunchen's fault.
Hearing this, Fu Qingruo's heart stirred slightly. She gritted her teeth and made up her mind, saying solemnly, "I won't let you lose. I will help you get the bid documents."
Chu Lin seemed shocked by her words. "Really? Won't this put you in a difficult position?"
Fu Qingruo had already made up her mind, "For you, I'm willing to give it a try."
Chu Lin was deeply moved. "Qingruo, you've been so good to me. I swear, I will treat you well for the rest of my life."
Sure enough, women who are obsessed with love are so foolish and easily deceived!
...
The day for bidding on the dense forest transformation project arrived quickly.
Five groups came to bid, but everyone knew that the other three were just there to make up the numbers, and the main ones were Fu's and Lofele.
On that day, Yi Tianran accompanied Fu Yunchen as his personal assistant.
After submitting their bids, the two waited for the results in a separate lounge.
Just then, the door was pushed open.
Chu Lin, with hair wax on his head and wearing an extremely flashy red suit, walked confidently to Fu Yunchen.
He abandoned his previous hypocritical demeanor and bluntly provoked, "President Fu, what's gotten into you? Why did you have to come and compete with me for this renovation project? I haven't even made an offer yet, aren't you just asking for trouble?"
"Who's asking for this?" Yi Tianran said sneer. "You don't really think you can beat our CEO Fu with your own abilities, do you? Why don't you take a look at yourself and see what you're worth? Do you even deserve it?"
This time, Chu Lin wasn't angry at all. Instead, he laughed arrogantly and said, "Yes, with my abilities alone, I can't shake the position of President Fu. He is so high and mighty, looking down on everyone! In his eyes, we are just ants, and he would feel that even glancing at us would be an eyesore."
After a self-deprecating remark, his eyes suddenly turned sinister and venomous. "But I want you to know that even an ant can shake an elephant. I will take revenge for all the humiliation you inflicted on me before."
Yi Tianran couldn't help but burst out laughing. "Mr. Chu, you don't think that winning a project is revenge, do you? This is just fair competition at best, and you probably don't even have a chance of winning. Please wake up and stop making a fool of yourself."
"Whether I win or not, you'll know once the results are announced."
Chu Lin was bursting with confidence, "This is just the beginning. If I can snatch one project from you, I can snatch a second, a third! Countless ones. Soon, I will take everything you have, including your sister!"
He emphasized the last four words, his malice almost overflowing.
Fu Yunchen's eyes sharpened, and his emotions finally wavered.
This was exactly the kind of reaction Chu Lin wanted to see.
His eyes gleamed with a cunning glint, his face radiating an evil aura, and he said disdainfully, "You don't actually think I'd be interested in that kind of old woman, do you?"
Upon arriving at the bidding venue, all communication devices on his person would be temporarily confiscated, so he wasn't afraid of being recorded.
Therefore, they say certain offensive things without any restraint.
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