Published at 3rd of March 2026 6:31 am

Chapter 3445: An Incident with Your Lingyun Group Employee

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"It’s not necessary to be so troublesome, after all, this idea was proposed by you."

Wang Heng leaned back on the chair and said expressionlessly:

"As long as you finalize these matters, the headquarters should not have much to say."

"We don’t have any issues here, and initially, I wasn’t really in favor of this approach," said Zhou Zhixue:

"Then we’ll handle it the old way. Leave the new store expansion to Chen Lin and don’t let others meddle."

After speaking, Zhou Zhixue looked at Chen Lin.

"You’ll have to work a bit harder later on, handle the new store expansion well, don’t delay."

"That depends on luck, after all, everything is sealed, and the outcome is not up to me. I hope Boss Zhou understands."

"You’ve been responsible for this from the beginning. Now you’re saying it’s not up to you?"

Zhou Zhixue spoke bluntly, trying to intimidate Chen Lin in this manner.

But Chen Lin’s expression remained unmoved, as if she didn’t see it.

"If I was truly in charge of this matter, why is there talk of mergers?"

Chen Lin looked directly at Zhou Zhixue, her expression calm.

"Why did the merging stop after the incident occurred? This scapegoating is too obvious."

As soon as she said this, the atmosphere in the conference room turned tense.

Zhou Zhixue and Xu Fang’s faces didn’t look good.

After all, Wang Heng was still here.

"What do you mean!"

Zhou Zhixue slapped the table.

"This is a result of discussions, how could it be scapegoating!"

"Actually, I’ve been thinking these days, my abilities are limited. But in charge of such a large store might be a bit difficult. Why not let Chairman Xu take charge, with her abilities, she will surely excel."

"I have a lot of work at my store, no time to take over."

"No no no, Chairman Xu, you misunderstood, it’s just a change of office, how can there be no time to take over."

Chen Lin was sharp and uncompromising, not saving face for anyone.

"This..."

Xu Fang was at a loss for words.

"And weren’t you very proactive initially? It’s only been a few days, why did you back down? Is it because you know you can’t handle the housing and construction people, worried about delays and accountability from headquarters, so you want to throw away this hot potato?"

"Don’t speak nonsense!"

"Everyone knows what’s going on, this maneuver is actually quite pointless, and..."

"Alright, say no more."

Wang Heng timely interrupted Chen Lin.

"Nobody wanted this project to go south, but having Chen Lin solve the problem isn’t realistic either. I’ll report this matter to headquarters afterward, and we’ll find ways to address the issues."

After pausing, Wang Heng continued:

"But you are all locals from Zhong Hai and have some local connections, so you need to actively address this issue."

"Understood."

"That’s it for today’s meeting, let’s adjourn."

Everyone got up and gradually left.

Outside the door, Wang Heng called Lin Yi and Chen Lin aside.

"You’ve regained control, why don’t you look pleased at all?"

"It’s mainly because regaining it doesn’t help, I also can’t deal with the housing and construction people, just have to wait, and when it starts depends on their mood."

"Don’t be so pessimistic, this isn’t your problem alone; we will all work hard together."

"Director Wang is right, we won’t stand idly by, we’ll certainly help."

Zhou Zhixue stood by, speaking indifferently, trying to recover his image before Wang Heng.

"Thank you, Boss Zhou."

Ring ring ring ——

Just then, Chen Lin’s phone rang.

"Hello, who is this?"

"Getting the construction permit? Alright, I’m on my way."

Seeing the joy on Chen Lin’s face, everyone seemed puzzled.

"What happened?" Wang Heng asked.

"The housing and construction office called me, asking me to collect the construction permit."

As soon as she said this, everyone felt shocked, almost surreal.

"Didn’t ask for anything else? No other materials needed?" Wang Heng pursued.

"No, just told me to come over; once I get the permit, we can start."

"This is truly unexpected."

"I didn’t see it coming either."

Out of habit, Chen Lin tidied her hair, "Luckily the issue is resolved. We can start work tomorrow."

"Now you are the direct person in charge of this store, pay extra attention to avoid similar issues."

"Got it."

Chen Lin smiled at Xu Fang, "Chairman Xu, since the problems are resolved, do you still want the merger? We can continue discussing it."

Zhou Zhixue and Xu Fang’s expressions were extremely awkward.

They never expected that right after the meeting, the situation would turn around.

No matter how thick-skinned they were, it was embarrassing to continue pushing it.

"Let’s keep it at that, you should go back and handle your affairs." Wang Heng said:

"If you encounter more difficulties, communicate promptly."

"Understood."

After a simple exchange, Lin Yi and Chen Lin left the Zone Office.

The pair stood outside the door, Chen Lin stared at Lin Yi, her gaze oddly strange.

"I’m married, so don’t look at me like that."

"Don’t talk nonsense, I have no other intentions." Chen Lin cast him a sidelong glance, saying:

"This situation is odd, they proposed merging, and the site got sealed. Now they canceled the merger, and we can begin work, it’s too coincidental."

"As the saying goes, life is far more exciting than drama because it lacks logic; this is the perfect proof."

"I understand this, but I still feel it’s unlikely." Chen Lin pondered:

"I’m wondering, did you use your connections?"

"Do you really think I’m that capable?"

"I’m beginning to think you’re somewhat omnipotent."

"Thank you for the praise, but discussing this now is pointless. I bet Zhou Zhixue and Xu Fang still want to trouble you, so watch out."

"With Director Wang here, this matter won’t change drastically." Chen Lin commented:

"And it’s not easy for them to remove me."

"But you must avoid substantial issues; otherwise, even Director Wang can’t protect you."

"I understand, won’t leave them any evidence."

Lin Yi nodded and got in the car with Chen Lin.

Ring ring ring ——

At this time, Lin Yi’s phone rang.

It was Qiao Xin calling.

Based on Qiao Xin’s personality, she usually sends WeChat for most things.

Now she’s calling; likely, Li Chuhan asked her to.

"Lin Bro, are you busy? Sister Li wants to talk."

"Not busy, let her take the call."

Soon, Li Chuhan’s voice came over the phone.

"It seems an employee from Lingyun Group got involved in something, quite a few people have come, some are leaders."

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