C20 March 12th Coming!

At the same time, in the Lin Family villa.

"Grandma, take a look at this. It turns out that Mu Chen had invested in the World long before Lin Yuyan did—and for an extended period.

"What's more, that Wang Xue in the conference room seemed to be under Mu Chen's thumb. I suspect this is all a scheme. Mu Chen orchestrated Global Investment's involvement with the Lin Family Group just to give Lin Yuyan the upper hand and seize control of our family's century-old legacy!"

Lin Loong said, handing over a stack of documents.

"The audacity!"

The Matriarch's eyes narrowed, her grip tightening on her walking stick, which she slammed down.

Lin Loong continued, "Grandmother, the issue now is that I was tricked by Lin Yuyan into agreeing to this bet, and I'm caught between a rock and a hard place. If I honor the bet, we risk losing control of the Lin Family industry. If I don't, I leave an opening for them to exploit."

Lin Loong squinted at Matriarch and asked.

"Hmph! What bet?" the Matriarch scoffed. "Nothing is more important than safeguarding the Lin Family's interests.

A mere son-in-law thinks he can plot to take over our empire? He's sorely mistaken."

The Matriarch's voice was resolute, and her intentions were clear.

Lin Loong's face broke into a satisfied smile.

"Exactly, Grandmother. Lin Yuyan will have nothing to fight me with at tomorrow's press conference."

… ….

Soon, March 12th finally arrived!

Early in the morning,

Lin Yuyan noticed Mu Chen's absence and wondered if he was preparing a surprise for her.

The thought alone brought a sweet smile to her face.

In their three years together,

she had never truly felt the joy of romantic love or received an anniversary gift,

so the anticipation was mounting.

But as the hours ticked away, Mu Chen remained missing.

Before she knew it, noon had arrived,

and there was still no sign of him.

"Daughter, are you ready? The press conference starts at 2 PM. There's just a little over an hour left. Don't be late!"

Qin Lee called out from the living room.

"Got it!" I'm changing! "

Lin Yuyan replied, although her hand was already reaching for her phone to call Mu Chen.

"Bastard! It actually shut down! "

She muttered, throwing her phone onto the bed in frustration. A sense of loss filled her heart, and she couldn't help but wonder where Mu Chen could be at such a crucial time.

Lin Yuyan slowly sank into a corner, tears streaming down her face.

"How foolish of me to have expectations," she thought bitterly.

"Why did you lie? Even the simplest gift—a single flower or a piece of fruit—would have made me happy."

Her body trembled, a profound disappointment in Mu Chen settling over her like a cloud.

Half an hour later.

"Where is that trash?"

Qin Lee asked curiously. Today, she was dressed very extravagantly, putting on all the rings that she inherited from her family.

"What does it matter if he's here or not?"

Lin Yuyan replied coldly.

No matter the outcome of today's events, she would seek a divorce from Mu Chen.

At the same time.

Meanwhile, Lin Loong was dressing up in the Lin Family Villa's room.

"Today marks a turning point in my life. I'll make sure everyone remembers that I, Lin Loong, am the Lin Family's most exceptional talent."

Lin Loong looked at himself in the mirror with confidence.

Just then, Lin Loong's phone rang.

It was his sister, Lin Feiyan.

Brother, congratulations on officially becoming the Lin Family's successor! What's your plan for Lin Yuyan?"

Lin Feiyan's voice buzzed with excitement. Her own status would naturally rise with her brother at the helm.

"Don't worry, my dear sister. I'll publicly oust Lin Yuyan from the family during the press conference."

"And remember, that 500-million investment was in her name, not the family's. If we don't pay it back, they can only sue her."

"She'll be left with nothing, and even be 500 million in debt."

Lin Loong replied, a cruel smile curving his lips.

… ….

By this time, reporters from major media outlets across Chuyang City had filled the Lin Family Group's conference room.

The Matriarch sat at the main platform, Lin Loong and Lin Yuyan standing behind her.

The press conference commenced.

"I'm pleased to welcome the press today," the Matriarch began, rising to her feet. "I have two major announcements regarding the Lin Family Group."

She paused, looking around the room with a commanding presence before continuing,

"Firstly, the Lin Family Group has secured a 500-million investment, enabling us to restart the Century Garden project immediately."

"As for the second matter," she paused for dramatic effect, "I officially announce that the next successor of the Lin Family Group is…"