C8 Five Million Is Nothing.

As soon as she stepped through the door, Cheng Yuwei was met with the sight of several employees scattered haphazardly on the floor.

Her brows knit together as her piercing gaze swept over the gathered employees. "What's going on here?"

The employees exchanged glances before collectively pointing fingers at Lin Tian and accusing him.

"Director Cheng, this man has been assaulting people right here in the office."

"Yes, Director Cheng, you simply can't let him get away with this."

"Director Cheng, he's causing trouble in the company. He needs to be disciplined, or what's the point of having rules and regulations?"

Cheng Yuwei's expression, already stern, darkened further in an instant.

She fixed Lin Tian with an icy stare and demanded, "Lin Tian, as a member of the security staff, you've attacked our employees. You owe me a satisfactory explanation today, or you can forget about your job here!"

Lin Tian, seeing the unmistakable redness in Cheng Yuwei's eyes, felt a pang of sympathy.

Clearly, her recent efforts to secure funding had been in vain.

"Director Cheng, let's go to your office. I'll provide you with the explanation you need," Lin Tian offered calmly.

Cheng Yuwei's frown deepened, and after a moment's hesitation, she let out a cold huff. "Fine, I'll give you the benefit of the doubt this time. Come in and explain yourself!"

With that, Cheng Yuwei turned on her heel and strode into her office.

Lin Tian, not one for idle chatter, followed her in without delay.

The employees left behind were abuzz with confusion.

"What's with Director Cheng? Why does she need an explanation from that lousy security guard? Shouldn't she just fire him and be done with it?"

"Oh no, could it be that Director Cheng has fallen for this guy?"

"That's absurd, it can't be true."

"Hey, Mr. Hu, are you okay? You've lost a lot of blood. Lili, you should take Mr. Hu to the hospital, quick."

"It looks like Director Cheng is really going to cover for this guy. We might as well leave."

At that moment, Hu Yong's face was twisted with bitterness.

He erupted into a tirade, "Damn it, if Cheng Yuwei dares to protect that lowlife, I won't let her and her lapdog off the hook.

I might as well tell you now, Director Zhao, Zhao Hongyang, has no intention of investing in the company.

So, barring any surprises, the bank will soon come to foreclose on us.

But no matter, Director Zhao plans to buy back the company and has already agreed to appoint me as the general manager.

Just wait and see. Before long, Cheng Yuwei and Hu Yong will be groveling at my feet, begging for forgiveness!"

His words sent shockwaves through the crowd, their expressions turning grave.

But they quickly rallied, showering Hu Yong with sycophantic praise.

"Mr. Hu, don't forget about us when you've made it big."

"Absolutely, Mr. Hu. We've had enough of Cheng Yuwei. Sticking with you is the smart move."

"Indeed, it's an honor for all of us to work under Mr. Hu."

...

Cheng Yuwei stood with her back to the door, her slender frame quivering slightly.

At the sound of Lin Tian entering, she quickly dabbed away her tears and steadied her emotions before turning to face him.

"Lin Tian, I'm aware of the whispers about Lili that have been circulating around the office. I understand why you're angry.

But that's no excuse for resorting to violence.

Lin Tian, your rashness is a disappointment to me.

Please collect your salary for the month from the finance department and then leave the company."

Cheng Yuwei faced Lin Tian with a blank expression.

Upon seeing her, Lin Tian's brow furrowed deeply.

Cheng Yuwei's once pristine neck and face were now tinged with an unnatural flush, her bright eyes slightly hazy.

Clearly, something was off with Cheng Yuwei; the telltale signs suggested she had been drugged.

Lin Tian's eyes narrowed sharply as he asked in a hushed tone, "Ms. Cheng, is the company facing financial difficulties?"

A chill crossed Cheng Yuwei's expression, her last shred of patience for Lin Tian evaporating.

"Lin Tian, mind your own business. The company's affairs are none of your concern."

Undeterred, Lin Tian pressed on, "Ms. Cheng, I can help you with the financial troubles."

"Heh... What's that you say? You can help me? Haha!" Cheng Yuwei laughed mockingly, her face a picture of scorn.

"I never noticed before, but now I see you have quite a talent for sweet talk, Lin Tian."

"Ms. Cheng, I mean it. Just tell me how much you need," Lin Tian insisted, his gaze intensifying.

"Enough! Do you think I'm a toddler to fall for your fairy tales?

Hehe... You want to know how much money I need?

Fine, I'll tell you right now—five million!

Can you, a security guard earning 3,200 dollars a month, come up with that kind of money? Would you even be a guard if you could?

And if you could, would your wife be cheating on you with another man?" Cheng Yuwei sneered contemptuously at Lin Tian.

At the mention of Xu Lili's name, a flash of intensity crossed Lin Tian's eyes.

"Ms. Cheng, five million is trivial to me. And for your information... Xu Lili and I are divorced," Lin Tian stated, his voice low and steady.

"I see! That explains your persistence in seeking me out today.

Did you think that because I'm your wife's close friend, you could charm me?

Tsk tsk tsk... Your wife cheats, and you aim to seduce her friend for revenge?

Lin Tian, you're quite the schemer.

But such antics only earn my disdain. A true man would strive to better himself, to earn his wife's respect—not stoop to such vile tactics.

I was blind to ever trust a lowlife like you.

Lin Tian, I want you out of my company this instant—I can't bear the sight of you a moment longer," Cheng Yuwei spat out, her voice laced with revulsion and hysteria.

Lin Tian saw no point in further explanation.

He simply stated, "Ms. Cheng, if you send me the company's account details, you'll see whether I'm bluffing or not."

"Hahaha... Still putting on an act at this stage? You're clueless.

Fine, you want to get back at your wife by getting with me?

I'll give you, this piece of garbage, a chance.

This contract was originally drafted for Zhao Hongyang. Invest five million, and you get 51% of the company's shares.

But to accommodate your pathetic charade, I'll add a clause:

If you, Lin Tian, can produce five million, what's stopping me, Cheng Yuwei, from spending the night with you?" With that, Cheng Yuwei actually pulled out a contract and scribbled a line onto it.

"Here, take it!"

She then flung the contract at Lin Tian with a dismissive flick of her wrist.

Lin Tian instinctively caught the contract and scanned it, his face twisting into an odd expression almost immediately.

Cheng Yuwei had really added that clause—if Lin Tian forked over five million, she, Cheng Yuwei, would willingly spend the night with him.

"What's the matter... why the daze? If you want me in your bed, then get on with the transfer!" Cheng Yuwei taunted Lin Tian as though he were a clown.

Lin Tian didn't bother with a response. He simply pulled out his phone and made a call:

"Transfer ten million to this account right away. The account number is: 518168888..."

Throughout the entire exchange, Cheng Yuwei's smirk never wavered.

To her, Lin Tian's behavior was as ridiculous as that of a clown.

"Ding..."

Yet, in less than a minute after Lin Tian ended the call, a text message alert chimed from Cheng Yuwei's pocket.

Cheng Yuwei's composure faltered.

Could it really be such a coincidence?

Why would she receive a text message right now?

No, it couldn't be!

Even if Lin Tian had actually transferred five million, there was no way it would have cleared so quickly.

With this in mind, Cheng Yuwei checked her phone.

But with just one look, she froze in place.

Her eyes bulged, and her mouth, glossed with light pink lipstick, gaped open.

The text message read—

Your company account ending in 1637 has received 10,000,000.00 dollars. New balance: 10,023,005.88 dollars. Sender's name: Lin Tian!!