Published at 11th of September 2026 7:06 am

Chapter 4021: Negotiations Broke Down

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"Look at what you’re saying. Can’t I be strong too?"

"Don’t say that, people are like this, the more they lack something, the more they emphasize it."

"Damn."

Zhao Jing laughed, "What about you? Is everything okay here? Wanna go out with me for a walk? We can have lunch together while we’re at it."

"Sure."

After tidying up a bit, the two left the office.

As they were leaving, Lin Yi reminded Yue Sijing to try to find some good materials.

Watching the two leaving, Feng Xinrui sneakily came closer.

"Sister Jing, do you think they’re going to a hotel?"

"Why do you always think about these messy things? Focus on your work, stop thinking about useless stuff."

"I’m just a bit worried for you. If you don’t make a move, Principal Lin will really be taken away."

"Why worry about me? There’s nothing going on between us. Hurry up and get to work."

"Got it, got it."

Yue Sijing continued looking at the materials in her hand, but was a bit distracted.

The two have worked together for some time now, and she has a great understanding of Lin Yi’s capabilities and skills.

Over the years, no man has compared to Lin Yi. He seems perfect in every aspect, without any weaknesses.

It’s just a pity that he’s married.

After leaving the TV station, the two didn’t rush over; instead, they went to eat first.

During the meal, Zhao Jing contacted Hu Haiyang and arranged to meet at 1 p.m.

After lunch, Lin Jiang drove with Zhao Jing to the Mercedes Center.

"Was this arranged with the help of your friend?"

Lin Yi nodded, "Why?"

"How come your network is so strong? You seem to know people from every industry."

"Can’t help it, excellent people know other excellent people."

"If you put it that way, I’ll automatically classify myself as an excellent person."

"You totally can."

"So you came to the TV station just to idle around?"

"Not really idling, you see how serious I am when working."

"If one day you get bored of this job, will you just leave?"

"Of course, very few people stay in one role for a lifetime; we’re all the same."

Zhao Jing’s expression was calm, as if she had already thought of this.

"I can’t even imagine, if you start a business, how big it could become."

Lin Yi smiled, already quite big.

"Have you considered the budget for the venue?"

Zhao Jing nodded, "It’s usually 500,000 per day, but during the New Year period, the price might be higher. However, based on past experience, 600,000 is the maximum."

"How long do you plan on renting?"

"At least a week, but the specific time depends on the price the other party offers."

Soon, Lin Yi drove to the Mercedes Center and met Hu Haiyang in his office.

Hu Haiyang, looking over forty, with a slightly overweight figure, slicked-back hair, greeted Lin Yi and Zhao Jing with a somewhat impatient expression.

"Why are you two just arriving now? No sense of time?"

"Hm?"

Hearing this, the two exchanged a glance.

Lin Yi checked the time, there were still five minutes until 1 p.m., he wasn’t late, what’s with this attitude?

"Sorry, Director Hu, the traffic was a bit heavy, so we were slightly delayed."

"The fee is 650,000 per day, and you can only rent for three days, 27th, 28th, and 29th of December."

Hm?

Lin Yi’s expression changed slightly, when he spoke with Qin Han over the phone, he had said that the matter was mainly up to Lin Yi, and he could free up half a month. The only request was to negotiate quickly and finalize the time so the venue could schedule other events.

But now, they were only given three days, and the last day was the 29th, which seemed unsuitable for hosting a New Year’s Eve party.

And according to Zhao Jing’s earlier words, the price of 650,000 per day was unreasonable.

What was Qin Han doing negotiating?

"Is there any room to discuss the time? Even if we can’t get the 31st, the 30th would do." Zhao Jing negotiated.

Since it’s a New Year’s Eve party, if it’s organized on the dates provided by Hu Haiyang, it would need to happen on the 28th, continuing to the 29th, which is too inconvenient.

And the price is high, our budget is 600,000 per day, now it’s 50,000 more, and when the budget is reviewed later, it definitely won’t pass.

"Nope, that’s the price, the time can’t be changed. Take it or leave it."

After speaking, Hu Haiyang stood up, appearing uninterested in further conversation.

As Hu Haiyang was about to leave, Zhao Jing stood up.

"Director Hu, are you going to..."

"I have another meeting to attend, no time to chat more with you two. Think it over and call me when you’ve decided."

With that, Hu Haiyang left.

Lin Jiang and Zhao Jing instinctively followed him out.

Outside, they found a woman in uniform waiting at the door, seemingly waiting for Hu Haiyang.

Upon seeing the two, she glanced up and down, with a hint of hostility in her eyes.

Zhao Jing hurried to catch up and hoped to have another talk with Hu Haiyang, but was stopped by Lin Yi.

Being blocked by Lin Yi, Zhao Jing also felt deflated.

She could tell that the other party had no interest in further discussions.

"Let’s wait here, after the meeting I’ll talk to him again and see if there’s room for negotiation."

"No need to wait, I’ll make a call."

With that, Lin Yi stepped aside and called Qin Han.

"What kind of people did you find, they’re acting like such big shots."

"Huh? Talking about the venue? I’ve informed them, how dare they act high and mighty with you?"

"What else? How have you mingled all these years, ended up like a fool?"

"Damn it, you’re at the Mercedes-Benz Center, right? Wait there, I’m coming over now."

"Forget it, I’ll settle it myself, no need for you."

"Ugh, no way, don’t worry about it, I’m coming now. I want to see just how bold these idiots are."

Cursing, Qin Han hung up the phone, Lin Yi returned to Zhao Jing’s side.

"Let’s go find a place to hang out. Someone will come to resolve this soon."

"Who did you contact now?"

"You’ll know soon, just don’t worry about it."

Lin Yi took Zhao Jing to the observation deck inside the venue, ordered two ice lattes, and they watched the distant scenery.

"If it doesn’t work out, let’s not go with Mercedes-Benz," Zhao Jing said:

"I’ll check other venues, we should be able to find something suitable."

"I’ve already committed verbally; if this doesn’t work out, I’ll lose face," Lin Yi said with a smile:

"Plus, even if I agree, my friend won’t, they need to save face."

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