Waste Recycling

For an entire morning, Bai Lancheng felt a toothache coming on as he watched the company's stock price stagnate.

To acquire the land, he had previously sold off quite a bit of the company's stock.

If the stock price only rose by sixty percent and then stagnated, then the shares planned for the second round of selling would definitely not be enough for development.

And selling any more would already touch the safe margin of his controlling interest...

He raised his hand to check the time displayed on his Patek Philippe, and Bai Lancheng said in a deep voice, "Get up, clean yourself up and come with me to meet a guest."

Bai Haonan was covered in footprints, but his face was completely unharmed.

Actually, he wasn't seriously injured anywhere else either; the bodyguards knew how to strike with precision, making him feel a lot of pain without causing much damage.

After all, this was the young master, and even if he and the chairman broke bones, they were still connected by sinews.

Someone nearby had already prepared new clothes for him.

Bai Haonan lay on the ground and refused to get up. "Why are you making me have dinner with that broken car? Don't tell me you're thinking of a marriage alliance? I'm telling you, don't even think about it! I, Bai Haonan, would rather die than marry that used goods!"

Bai Lancheng's anger level soared again, and after a few miserable screams, Bai Haonan scurried into the bathroom, reluctantly bathed and changed, and then was coerced into the car by his father's bodyguards.

Bai Lancheng was not good at educating his son, but threatening him and grasping his weakness was something he was extremely adept at.

"Bai Haonan, I'm making myself clear to you today: if you dare to cause any trouble, all your sports cars, luxury goods, and credit cards will be frozen and sold."

"From now on, you won't get a single penny!"

Bai Haonan shrank towards the car door; this wasn't the first or second time Bai Lancheng had done this.

He had experienced days without money or a car.

He used to borrow money from friends to splurge, and at first, it was great; he even scoffed at Bai Lancheng's foolish ideas.

But as time went on, things changed; repeatedly asking for money made his friends' relationships noticeably cooler.

Moreover, he felt very bad about himself; people are generally equal unless they ask others for favors, and constantly asking others made him unconsciously feel a head shorter.

He also had to observe others' expressions and act accordingly, and with Bai Haonan's personality, he couldn't stand such humiliation.

So, after persisting for over a year, he finally compromised with Bai Lancheng.

When he got a lot of money and could spend freely, no longer living in destitution,

He would never forget that feeling of exhilaration.

So today, when Bai Lancheng brought up this threat again, it was very effective on Bai Haonan; he had no ability to resist.

The car arrived at the Haitain Binyue Hotel, where Bai Lancheng had already ordered the most luxurious private room.

After they went up, Yan Yanyan, as expected, had not yet arrived.

Bai Lancheng sat in the guest seat, waiting calmly, while Bai Haonan went to the balcony, lit a cigarette, and gazed at the sea.

For a second-generation heir like him, with no outstanding abilities, the greatest contribution he could make to his family was to marry a valuable woman.

It was hard to say whether it was luck or sorrow.

Bai Haonan had everything, except freedom in marriage.

That's why he was so unrestrained in other aspects, searching for the freedom he lacked.

After waiting for about half an hour, Yan Yanyan pushed the door open and walked in, accompanied by a group of assistants.

"Hehehe... Uncle Bai, it's truly embarrassing for you to go to such trouble to invite a junior like me to dinner..." Yan Yanyan said with a laugh.

However, there was no hint of embarrassment in her words.

Bai Lancheng sighed inwardly, immediately stood up, and with a smile, said, "Niece Yanyan, long time no see, you've truly grown even more radiant and captivating."

"Uncle Bai, you flatter me."

After both parties were seated, the bodyguards and assistants went to a side room to wait.

Bai Lancheng exchanged a few pleasantries, then slightly frowned and called towards the balcony, "Haonan, aren't you coming over to greet your Sister Yanyan?"

Bai Haonan flicked away his cigarette butt, let out a long breath, turned, and walked over with a smile.

"Sister Yan, I'm sorry, I didn't hear you arrive."

Yan Yanyan smiled and said, "It's alright, please sit down, little brother."

Her gaze swept up and down Bai Haonan's body.

She roughly understood why Bai Lancheng and his son had arranged to meet her.

The three of them had different thoughts, but on the surface, they maintained a harmonious and cordial atmosphere.

Just like ordinary people, they chatted casually about everyday matters and ordered their food.

After three rounds of drinks and five courses of food.

Bai Lancheng brought up the topic.

"Niece Yanyan, Uncle invited you here today because I have a favor to ask of you."

Yan Yanyan put down her wine glass. "Uncle, you're too polite. What's this about asking favors? If you have any difficulties, please tell me first; I will certainly not refuse if I can help."

Bai Lancheng sighed, "Alas! This matter, to be honest, must be blamed on my immature son; it's a disaster caused by a fit of pique."

Then, Bai Lancheng briefly explained Chen Xiao's selling off shares of Lan Cheng Group.

Yan Yanyan's mouth was slightly agape, a little surprised.

She hadn't expected that what Chen Xiao said at the auction that day was actually true...

This man...

Yan Yanyan's thoughts rippled endlessly, like the spring waters in warm March.

But through her few interactions, she understood that a person like Chen Xiao was not someone she could handle.

Let alone Chen Xiao, even the second-generation heirs of Jinning City's legitimate wealthy families would not get involved with her.

Because Yan Yanyan was famously known as a 'public bus' in Jinning's high society.

Countless people had 'boarded' and 'alighted', so she could only play with the sons of small wealthy families who were eager to curry favor.

If it were Yan Bingqin, it would be different.

The entire Jinning knew she had never been in a relationship.

Although she might get beaten after marriage, there would still be many willing to bravely accept this 'soft rice' arrangement.

It wasn't just because of her substantial wealth, but primarily because of her stunningly beautiful looks.

Yan Yanyan was also practical; Chen Xiao was out of her league.

But Bai Haonan was practically delivered to her doorstep.

If she could marry him, having the Bai family connection would significantly boost her in her rivalry with Yan Bingqin.

"Oh, I understand, Uncle Bai. You mean you want to break through Chen Xiao's blockade and restore market confidence, right?"

Bai Lancheng nodded, "Of course, and if we could borrow some funds, that would be even better."

In the end, it was all about money.

Yan Yanyan picked up her wine glass, appearing to be deep in thought.

Seeing this situation, Bai Lancheng quickly added, "Oh, of course, let's put business aside for a moment. You and Haonan, as young people, should have a good chat. I'm feeling tired now and will go for a nap. Shall we talk again this afternoon?"

Yan Yanyan put down her wine glass, smiled, and turned, "Alright, Uncle Bai, please have a good rest."

"Alright."

......

After Bai Lancheng left, Yan Yanyan leaned closer and said, "Little brother Haonan, I think this is our first time alone together like this, isn't it?"

"..." Bai Haonan.

He had interacted with Yan Yanyan more than once or twice.

But he had never felt so nervous and awkward as he did now.

"Yes, yes, it is."

"Hehehehe..." Yan Yanyan covered her mouth and chuckled softly, "Then do you know... what one should do when alone with a girl?"