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"My company's total investment was only a hundred million, and you want to buy half of my shares for a billion? Won't that be a huge loss for you?" Ye Chen said in surprise.

"I've got my reasons. Are you selling or not?" Chu Yanran spoke. She really wanted to buy shares of this company.

"No way!" Zhang Xinlan finally spoke up. "The film and television company is under my full operation, and I don't agree to sell the shares!"

"I also think it's not feasible. A billion for a fifty million stake, I can't let you take such a big loss!" Ye Chen shook his head as well.

"Your company has great commercial value. It has attracted mega-stars to join, and I think it has a lot of potential for development. Buying your shares won't be a loss for me," Chu Yanran said.

After so much talk, Empress Chu's intent was clear, she had more money than she could ever spend, and she would buy the shares even at a loss.

"..."

The way Chu Yanran was acting now, she didn't resemble the dominant Empress of the business world at all, but rather a princess squandering her fortune.

"Empress Chu, I was not convinced by you at first, but now I am!" Su Binglan said with a smile.

"What do you mean by that?" Chu Yanran asked.

"Spending a billion just to chase a man, with such a grand gesture, how could I not be impressed?" Su Binglan said. "But, is it really worth it?"

"..."

"These past few days, under the manipulation by me and Unparalleled, the Xue Family's stock market has suffered a bloodbath. In these three days alone, they had lost at least several billion!"

Just as the atmosphere was getting somewhat awkward, Tong Xingtong stood up from in front of her computer, stretched lazily, and reported on her doings.

"The Xue Family?" Ye Chen said.

"Those who tried to kill you, they had a hand behind it!" Chu Yanran said.

There was a chilling tone in Empress Chu's voice, the Xue Family had repeatedly crossed her red lines, and if Chu Yanran did not take action, others might really think she was a weak woman easily bullied.

"Uh!" Ye Chen blinked, Empress Chu was bewitchingly stunning, usually gentle as a breeze to people, but when this woman got tough, one would realize that she was indeed an Empress!

What is an Empress?

She is decisive and awe-inspiring, displaying more Imperial grandeur and power than men, unparalleled in beauty, a true Empress among women!

"All right, it's also time for dinner, I'll host a feast and we can all eat together. It's a good opportunity for the sisters to interact as well!" Su Binglan said. "I don't know if you would give me the honor?"

"That sounds good, I'd also like to deepen our ties with you all," Chu Yanran said.

Empress Chu wanted to get in touch with the other women more, as they would all be rivals in love in the future. Knowing one's enemies as well as one's self ensures victory in every battle.

...

The next day, the doorbell rang, signaling a visitor at the door.

"I'll get it!"

Liu Shihua moved lightly as if she were a swallow in the clouds, racing to open the door.

"I'm looking for Ye Chen!" As the door opened, Qin Lan stated her purpose to Liu Shihua.

"..."

Liu Shihua did not like Qin Lan because this woman posed a threat to her.

"I've decided to write a story during my vacation, about a country bumpkin and a group of goddesses!" In the end, Liu Shihua still reluctantly let Qin Lan in.

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Qin Lan was dressed in a police uniform today, her hair pulled into a pretty ponytail, her face adorned with delicate makeup which lent her an indescribably crisp and heroic air.

"Hmph!" Zhang Xinlan's face looked unpleasant, Ye Chen had too many women around him, when could she ever get rid of them all?

Zhang Xinlan really wanted to have a child, to use it to deter others and to defend her status!

"Qin Lan, your sudden visit, any instructions?" Ye Chen asked.

"The martial arts meeting of masters from the ten directions is happening tonight!" Qin Lan said.

"The Peak Group!" Ye Chen's expression turned serious, a kind of terrifying aura emanated from him.

In the past few days, the events unfolding had left Ye Chen feeling at a loss, he had actually forgotten about the Peak Group meeting!

"Very well, let's go and join the three seniors now, to deter these grandmasters!" Ye Chen seemed possessed by a heavenly spirit, displaying an awe-inspiring and powerful presence.

The opening of the ancient power's cave was imminent, and the number of people gathering on this land was steadily increasing. If the cave truly emerged in the municipal district, the potential uproar caused by so many formidable individuals could be catastrophic!

Deterrence was necessary, to suppress the arrogance of these individuals!

Initially, Ye Chen hadn't felt such a strong need to suppress others, but when he was targeted by those three grandmasters, he truly understood the painstaking efforts of the rulers in chaotic times. These peerless individuals were lawless, only seeking personal strength, treating human life as if it were grass to be cut down. If they weren't deterred, once they erupted, they would bring endless disaster to the land!

Originally, Ye Chen's strength was slightly inadequate, and he had some fears about the Peak Group meeting. However, by chance, he merged with Fang's Gu King and he had now reached the late stage of grandmaster level. Moreover, after experiencing the accumulation of countless lifetimes, his true combat strength was absolutely on par with the peak grandmasters. With the secret technique, he might even rival those on the Qingyun List!

Ye Chen was now stronger than ever, full of confidence. He was determined to deter the heroes from all ten directions, to battle the ultimate powers on the Qingyun List, to make a name for himself and achieve overnight fame!

"Qin Lan, Ye Chen is going to the Peak Group meeting because he's capable. Why would you, a fifth wheel, go along?" Liu Shihua said. Fighting alongside others could strengthen friendships, and once this policewoman went, she might become more than friends with Ye Chen.

"Grandmasters gathering, a battle among the hundred strongest, this battle's consequences are yet unpredictable. I am the chief officer responsible for maintaining order in the vicinity!" Qin Lan asserted, full of righteous determination that made her fearless.

"..."

Liu Shihua was left speechless by that remark; even if she was prone to jealousy, she knew Qin Lan was going to protect the safety of the people.

"Ye Chen, come back quickly, I'll be waiting for you!" Zhang Xinlan said.

Zhang Xinlan was aware of why Ye Chen was leaving; she didn't want to stop him, nor could she.

"I was about to throw some insults his way, but this guy, with just a shudder of his body, truly exhibits the air of an overlord!" These were the words of Liu Shihua.

Zhang Xinlan and Liu Shihua knew the whole story. They recognized that Ye Chen was off to play the superhero, rescuing people from peril.

However, as much as heroes are revered, they also face great risks. A hero's slip could turn him into a laughingstock or even a pile of bones.

Ye Chen's journey was fraught with danger. Both Zhang Xinlan and Liu Shihua were restless, afraid that something untoward might happen to him.

...

"Changed cars?" Ye Chen asked as he got into Qin Lan's vehicle.

"That car was too conspicuous, not like something a civil servant would drive. I've switched to something more low-key," Qin Lan said.

Qin Lan had previously driven a million-dollar luxury car, but now she had scaled down to a cute little Beetle.

"This car is a bit small, won't it be inconvenient?" Ye Chen asked.

The Beetle was petite and cute, highly suitable for a girl to drive, but indeed the space inside was much smaller than that of the car she had before.

"I don't have a boyfriend; what do I need so much space for?" Qin Lan said with a laugh, her words filled with an inexplicable meaning. "Buckle up, this car has great power. I, the policewoman, am going to give you a wild ride!"

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