Chapter 86
"I was also at the bar that Xiao Chao went to last night."
Qin Ye swiped his finger across the phone screen a few times and handed it to Chu Wen.
“I knew Su Qian had set her up, so I went over there first. Not only last night, but I also noticed something was off when I went to the company to see her. Do you remember before you left, you canceled the cooperation with that guy surnamed Lin? The day I went there, that guy surnamed Lin came to Xiao Chao’s door and made things difficult for her.”
Qin Ye recounted the events of that day in detail.
"One second he was furious and looked like he was about to hit someone, and I was ready to punch him. The next second, he suddenly became dazed and obedient. When Xiao Chao told him to leave, he left obediently."
Chu Wen said irritably, "Stop talking nonsense. I'm not a charlatan."
Qin Ye scoffed: "Then take another look at the video."
Qin Ye's phone contained footage captured by a hidden surveillance camera in the corridor.
In the clear black and white image, a man with gray-purple hair suddenly appears and then disappears into thin air.
Chu Wen stared at the screen, watching the short video, which was only a dozen seconds long, over a dozen times.
There were no signs of editing or modification; it was just so inexplicable and bizarre.
"I saw this person at the banquet in the small villa."
As soon as he finished speaking, Qin Ye looked at Chu Wen with satisfaction as he suddenly looked at him with sharp eyes.
"Ha, even being in a good position didn't give you a head start. Chu Wen, don't be so arrogant."
"Mr. Chu, we've gathered a lot of evidence at this bar..."
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Su Qian was taken away by the police for investigation.
The following day, numerous photos of Chu Muchao and various other people entering and leaving hotels and other places were released online.
Before the scandals at Qixing Entertainment were even exposed, the gossip about the eldest daughter of the Chu family was already dominating the trending topics on various platforms.
Many new marketing accounts have appeared in the public eye with malicious comments.
"A wealthy heiress had a late-night rendezvous with a male celebrity and threatened to blacklist him from the industry if she didn't comply."
"The beautiful and wealthy woman doesn't even spare her bodyguards and male secretaries!"
"A wealthy heiress even slept with female celebrities, entering and leaving a hotel three times late at night!"
"Shocking! A charity gala turns into a massive 'concubine selection' for rich girls!"
A sensational and eye-catching headline, paired with a seemingly ambiguous photo.
This includes scenes such as Chu Muchao wearing a coat to a charity gala where both men and women wore deep V-neck dresses, Wu Mi opening the door for her, and bodyguards picking her up and taking her home.
The most panicked were Wu Mi and the bodyguards. After reporting the situation to Chu Muchao, they immediately called Chu Wen to explain and clarify.
"I absolutely had no feelings for Miss! I was just escorting her home!"
"President Chu, I absolutely have no romantic feelings for you! I was just opening the door for you! These gossip accounts are spreading rumors!"
Chu Wen is still trying to reduce the heat and investigate the source.
Half an hour later, Chu Muchao and MZ Group's official accounts released a series of clarification videos and screenshots.
This includes text messages and screenshots of money transfers from Luo Nansheng contacting online trolls to smear Chu Muchao, Wei Ran's private chat history with her, and all the evidence that Su Qian arranged for marketing accounts to use the names of the group and the Chu family to create momentum and request resources.
While netizens were still discussing whether "there's no smoke without fire," "one should act uprightly," and "Qixing is trying to ride on the coattails of a wealthy person," the scandals involving Su Qian, Luo Nansheng, and Qixing Entertainment were exposed all at once.
Furthermore, the police publicly responded that Su Qian is suspected of serious illegal activities and summoned Luo Nansheng for further investigation.
The rumors were nipped in the bud by evidence.
Nevertheless, some people made comments that seemed to thrive on controversy.
I don't believe that person is completely innocent; who knows if wealthy people are also prone to extravagant spending?
At this moment, Chu Muchao sat at his desk, cupping his face in his hands and staring at his computer screen.
Xiao He stood aside, indignant.
"What's wrong with these people? The evidence is all there, even the transaction records and requirements for Luo Nansheng hiring online trolls are clearly shown, why don't they believe it? And they still want to follow the trend and spread rumors! It's infuriating!"
Chu Muchao, however, remained unmoved.
Whether she believes it or not, it has no effect on her, nor on the company or the stock price.
"President Chu, another wave of new traffic is coming to stir up trouble and spread rumors!"
Xiao He clicked on the comment and handed it to Chu Muchao along with the tablet.
[A wealthy heiress abused her position for personal gain, suppressing competitors and driving away long-term employees.]
Chu Muchao glanced at it and casually put the tablet on the table.
"Have someone investigate who in the company posted it. Then..." Chu Muchao pursed his lips, "Since some people don't like watching clarification videos, let's have several different versions of clarification videos made, buy all the big screens in the most popular places around the world, and book them for a month so everyone can watch them repeatedly and reinforce their memory."
"Okay!" Xiao He covered her mouth and laughed, her eyes crinkling. "If you don't like watching, just throw money at it and make everyone watch. Ah, how awesome!"
Chu Muchao snorted: "After you finish reading, sue the people who spread the rumors as well."
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Chu Wen showed her how many people could be implicated by focusing on Su Qian as a single thread.
After that, Chu Muchao would take some time each day to check the relevant news.
There was no movement for the first few days, which means the investigation is still ongoing.
The day of the annual meeting.
While Chu Muchao was wearing a down jacket and watching the lucky draw in the banquet hall, he idly browsed the news.
Several small companies that had cooperated with Qixing were investigated, a senior executive of one company was suspected of embezzling public funds and illegal transactions, and an official was investigated for serious violations of discipline and law.
Some of the names and titles were ones she never even thought she could be associated with.
What surprised her most was that Luo Nansheng and Su Qian were also suspected of illegal transactions overseas, involving a huge amount of money, and the quantity of drugs was measured in "tons".
Chu Muchao specifically investigated the drugs they used and sold, no wonder Qi Qingya was manipulated... the consequences were indeed unimaginable.
She felt a wave of fear wash over her.
A chill ran down my spine, and the hairs on my back stood on end.
Miss Mu Mu, don't be afraid. I'm here.
Chu Muchao: It's good that... you're here.
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Chu Muchao: How is Qi Qingya now?
[She was picked up by her illegitimate sister, whom her family had "exiled" to another country, and is now receiving withdrawal treatment.]
Chu Muchao remained silent for a moment.
Wow, they have so many people in their family. Did the older generation really like children that much?
【^-^ That sounds ironic.】
Chu Muchao: Well, I can't say it too harshly, or it will make me seem ill-mannered.
After the lucky draw, it was time for the awards ceremony.
Xiao He, acting as the host, invited Chu Muchao to present certificates and bonuses to the award-winning employees and executives.
Chu Muchao put down his chopsticks, pulled his down jacket tighter, and walked onto the stage.
Many new awards have been added this time, and the amount allocated as prize money is also larger than before.
Therefore, it takes much longer than before.
But everyone was happy.
Not only did the winners receive prize money, but the entire winning department also received a bonus, and even employees who didn't win any awards received a New Year's bonus. It was a happy annual meeting for everyone.
What impressed and pleased Chu Muchao most at this annual meeting was that Dream Unlimited's annual revenue doubled, achieving remarkable results. Shi Xiyu and Xia Ling's leadership was excellent, and several departments achieved outstanding results and received awards.
Watching Shi Xiyu holding the microphone and giving her acceptance speech on stage, Chu Muchao was also very happy for them.
This is how the world should be, never letting down anyone who puts in the effort.
Allow everyone to bloom in their own way.
This should be a world where all things flourish.
The annual meeting has ended.
Chu Muchao was about to leave.
Someone took the lead in singing on stage, and the venue instantly transformed into a giant karaoke room, with everyone who loves excitement going up and having a blast.
"President Chu, Mr. Chu is waiting for you outside the hotel to go home together."
Wu Mi leaned close to Chu Muchao's ear and whispered something.
"My brother is here?"
He didn't tell me beforehand.
Since that unpleasant incident at the hotel, after Chu Wen left, they haven't seen each other again.
She was quite surprised that Chu Wen would come to pick her up today.
Chu Muchao glanced back at the bustling stage and beckoned to Wu Mi.
Is there a time limit for this hall?
Secretary Wu shook his head: "There is no time limit. There are no more appointments scheduled for this hall."
"Okay, fine." Chu Muchao thought for a moment, "Let them have their fun. If they have any other gatherings later, have them report an organizer to headquarters. The organizer will be responsible for cost accounting and personnel statistics, and ensuring everyone's safety."
"Yes, Mr. Chu."
Chu Muchao stood up, and several people immediately stood up to see him off.
This is quite intimidating.
Chu Muchao quickly waved his hand, gesturing for the person to sit down.
"Have fun, and Happy New Year."
"Happy New Year!"
"Happy New Year, Mr. Chu."
Chu Mu returned their smiles one by one.
His gaze swept over a person, and after their eyes met, the coldness in that person's eyes immediately vanished, replaced by a fake smile.
Chu Muchao withdrew his gaze and walked towards the entrance of the banquet hall.
Chu Muchao: Who is that guy? He looked at me with a kind of malice.
【^-^ Group Vice President, you can use magic to collect all the data with a single click. But I imagine you don't have time to deal with that right now, after all, there's a man waiting for you to coax him outside, you scumbag magical girl, Mr. Chu, the President.】
Chu Muchao: What's wrong? Your title is so long.
As Chu Muchao approached, a waiter at the door opened the banquet hall door for her.
The man she expected to be waiting for her in the car suddenly appeared at the door, his face grim and his gaze fixed intently on her.
Chu Muchao's smile froze for a moment.
"Brother, did you come to pick me up?"
Chu Wen stretched out his hand, palm facing up.
Chu Muchao glanced at it, raised an eyebrow and asked, "What? Do you want to hold my hand?"
Chu Wen pursed his lips and remained silent.
Sigh, this awkward and secretly passionate man.
"If you want to hold my hand, you should invite me gently. I don't dare to hold it if you're so fierce."
Although she said that, she placed her hand in the other person's palm.
"Let's go home."
Chu Wen's cold face finally softened a little.
"Yes, let's go home."
Chu Wen's palms felt warm.
Chu Muchao struggled and twisted in his palm, but he tightened his grip on her.
Dissatisfied, she used her other hand to gently pat the back of his hand.
Chu Wen loosened his grip a little more.
Chu Muchao clenched his fist and twirled and twisted it in his palm.
Having become familiar with her movements, Chu Wen's fingers would occasionally tighten and then loosen.
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