C25 Grandpa Lin Please Spare Me!

When the trio returned to the factory, they found Zhang Changsheng and a few others bound tightly, while everyone else had cleared out.

"Boss, should we off these guys?"

Qian Duoduo approached Lin Chen and his group with a grave look as soon as they arrived.

Zhang Changsheng, tied up and trembling, overheard this. Were Lin Chen and his crew insane?

He had spilled everything he knew, secrets and all.

And now they were contemplating killing him?

Lin Chen caught Qian Duoduo's suggestive glances and played along.

With a chilling tone, he declared, "Dare to mess with my wife and kid? Scum like this deserves to die!"

Unbeknownst to Ann Lan and Sun Lili, Lin Chen and Qian Duoduo were in cahoots.

As far as they were concerned, Zhang Changsheng's crippling was just retribution.

But if Lin Chen went through with killing him, it would be premeditated murder!

"Lin Chen, have you lost your mind?"

"This is a life-or-death situation. If you kill Zhang Changsheng, you'll end up behind bars!"

Ann Lan admonished Lin Chen, her voice laced with anger and concern.

She knew Lin Chen was acting out of revenge for her, but if he got jailed over Zhang Changsheng, what would happen when their child was born?

"Sister-in-law, killing someone isn't as complex as you think."

"The boss has a poison that's both colorless and tasteless. I guarantee no one could trace it back to Zhang Changsheng's death!"

Qian Duoduo confidently assured Ann Lan, feigning earnestness.

A colorless and tasteless poison?

Zhang Changsheng quivered, so frightened he wet himself.

His swollen face was a mask of terror.

"Lin Chen, no, Big Brother Lin, Father Lin, Grandpa Lin, I beg you, spare my miserable life!"

"Just don't kill me, and I, Zhang Changsheng, will be your loyal hound. I'll bite whomever you command!"

Zhang Changsheng's plea to Lin Chen was desperate and garbled.

Who would choose to leave this beautiful world if they could cling to life?

Especially with tens of millions yet to be spent, Zhang Changsheng was far from ready to meet his end.

Upon witnessing Zhang Changsheng's terrified accident, Qian Duoduo swiftly signaled Wang Sheng with a meaningful glance.

"Boss, haven't you been strapped for cash lately?"

"What if we just sell Zhang Changsheng to those foreign warlords, let him join a suicide squad?"

"That way, not only do we get rid of this scoundrel, but you also stand to make a tidy profit in the process."

Wang Sheng subtly acknowledged Qian Duoduo with a nod, then turned to Lin Chen with a grave expression.

To be sold into a foreign conflict as a suicide squad member?

Zhang Changsheng shuddered at Wang Sheng's proposal, his pants now a mess.

He'd prefer Lin Chen's lethal, yet painless poison over the chaos of a battlefield. Death without the agony.

But, truth be told, he'd choose life over death any day.

"Grandpa Lin, it just so happens I have a few million, actually, over ten million in savings."

"I'll hand it all over if you spare me."

Desperation overrode Zhang Changsheng's embarrassment as he pleaded with Lin Chen.

Over ten million in savings?

Lin Chen's eyes lit up at the figure.

He was tempted to accept on the spot, but a glance at Ann Lan made him hold back.

The money would likely be pilfered by that madwoman before he could even enjoy it.

"Cough, cough."

"Zhang Changsheng, in light of your earnestness, I'll give you a chance."

"Stay in line, and I'll take just a million. The rest will be funneled into our company's new products."

"You'll see returns beyond your wildest dreams."

Lin Chen felt a pang of regret as he spoke.

Better to be proactive than let the madwoman get her hands on the ten million.

At least this way, he might leave a lasting positive impression.

"Thank you, Grandpa Lin, for your mercy."

At that moment, Zhang Changsheng's only concern was survival; nothing else mattered.

"Qian, take a million from Zhang Changsheng's funds, then have Xiaoyu distribute it among the crew."

"Hand the remaining funds over to Secretary Sun," Lin Chen instructed before leading the group toward the factory.

He could, as Qian Duoduo suggested, silently eliminate Zhang Changsheng. Yet, considering Ann's Group's dire straits, Lin Chen reluctantly shelved the thought. After all, sparing Zhang Changsheng's life might just be the key to toppling Sun Hao and his Prosperous Group in the future.

But to ensure Zhang Changsheng's eager cooperation, Lin Chen knew he needed to offer more than just threats; he needed to dangle an enticing carrot.

"Guys, the board is on the brink of pulling out their investments," he announced. "To rescue Ann's Group, I plan to personally develop a new product. Anyone interested in chipping in?"

Upon reaching the factory, Lin Chen sent Wang Sheng out to purchase some medicinal herbs. In the meantime, he turned to the security guards with a grin and posed his question.

"Lin Chen, are you suggesting we swindle money from those close to us?" Ann Lan's brow furrowed, and a flash of indignation sparked in her eyes. If deception was Lin Chen's strategy for profit, she'd rather see Ann's Group fail than take part in such deceit.

"Don't stoop to his level, Lanlan," Sun Lili advised. "No one with half a mind would fall for such a crude scam."

Ann Lan paused, then nodded, her stance solidifying. The guards, having been with Ann's Group for years, knew the company's collapse was imminent if the directors backed out. Surely, they wouldn't be duped into Lin Chen's investment scheme.

"Boss, are you for real?" one guard asked, disbelief lacing his voice. "Can we really get in on this investment?"

While the women braced themselves for Lin Chen's embarrassment, Qian Duoduo's excitement was palpable, mirrored by the other guards who were visibly eager.

"Qian, have you lost your mind?" Lin Chen chided. "I've made it clear: with the board withdrawing, saving Ann's Group requires investment, and that's where we come in."

Lin Chen rolled his eyes and shot back at Qian Duoduo with clear annoyance.

Whether it was Qian Duoduo or the other security guards, they all recognized Lin Chen's words for the excuse they were.

The boss was simply looking to bring them along for a lucrative ride.

After all, with Lin Chen's capabilities, did he really need their paltry contributions?

"I'll put in one million, no, make that five million!"

Qian Duoduo declared without missing a beat.

"Five million? Aren't you the poster child for the poorest second-generation rich?"

"You actually have five million to spare?"

Lin Chen looked at Qian Duoduo with a mix of skepticism and contempt.

"I might be broke, but my dad sure isn't. I'll just go home and crack open his safe!"

"Besides, all that money he's made is bound to be mine eventually."

Qian Duoduo stated with bold assurance.

"Boss, I'm in for a hundred thousand!"

"I'm in for three hundred thousand!"

"I'm in for four hundred thousand!"

Following Qian Duoduo's lead, the others chimed in, eager not to be outdone.

A short distance away, Ann Lan and Sun Lili watched in astonishment as the security guards excitedly handed their cash to Zhang Xiaoyu, who stood by Lin Chen.

The two women's eyes were wide with disbelief.

Hadn't they agreed that anyone with a bit of sense wouldn't be swindled by Lin Chen?

How had everyone suddenly lost their minds?

"Lanlan... this doesn't make any sense."

"Keep in mind, these security guards come from ordinary families. Taking out hundreds of thousands means they're digging into their life savings."

Sun Lili spoke to Ann Lan, her voice tinged with disbelief.

A little unscientific?

This was way beyond a little—it was downright nonsensical!

Ann Lan's expression shifted as she stepped forward to caution the crowd, "Lin Chen hasn't even mentioned what the product is?"

"You're all ready to invest everything you've got without fear of being conned?"

The crowd paused at Ann Lan's words, a flicker of doubt crossing their faces.

Invest everything? Without fear of being conned?

That's right, they were all in.

With that realization, they wasted no time pulling out their phones to start borrowing money from friends and family.

"Holy shit!"

"They've lost it, completely lost it!"

Watching the security guards frantically making calls to borrow money, Sun Lili couldn't contain her expletive.

Seeing the astonishment on Ann Lan and Sun Lili's faces, Lin Chen let out a light chuckle.

With a mischievous grin, he teased Ann Lan, "Madam, curious about the reason behind their madness?"

"Just call me 'hubby,' and I'll immediately reveal to you the secret of their frenzy!"