"I believe in my abilities, I can definitely do it!" Zhou Rui nodded.

Fang Zicheng was taken aback, as if he just remembered that Zhou Rui seems to be the current person in charge of Sichuan University Group. Fang Zicheng smiled and said, "Your ability is naturally beyond any question. However, the domestic situation seems not that straightforward. In the country, if you want a business to grow rapidly, especially in the real estate industry, if you want the projects to proceed as planned, there are many issues involved. Xiao Rui, I hope you can understand that."

Zhou Rui smiled slightly and said, "Now the Jvyi Gang is the number one gang in Jiangbei City. I believe with the strength of the Jvyi Gang, there really isn't anyone who would dare to ask for trouble."

Fang Zicheng was dumbfounded once again, seemingly having forgotten that Sichuan University Group has the backing of the Jvyi Gang, and the boss of the Jvyi Gang is Lin Chuan. Fang Zicheng didn't know what to say. The fact that Sichuan University Group was able to rise from nothing to a corporate group's stature in just under two years is absolutely due to having the right timing, geographical and human conditions, the three key factors.

"Mhm," Fang Zicheng nodded, "The Jvyi Gang is indeed good, but after all, it remains a force within the small place of Jiangbei City. If thinking of moving beyond Jiangbei City, I'm afraid it won't be so easy."

"That could be a matter for several years from now," Zhou Rui responded, "Simply handling one real estate project is enough to keep Sichuan University Group busy. We're not yet in the mood to consider those issues. I hope you can understand that."

"Haha..." Fang Zicheng laughed out loud.

"Don't laugh, the person who actually should be worried right now is you!" Zhou Rui raised her head.

"Why?" Fang Zicheng asked.

"Right now, the Glory Group's project is in full swing. If the sand supply contract is abruptly interrupted, not only would you have to pay a penalty of five hundred thousand, but Sichuan University Group will also stop supplying sand to you in the future. With the standing of the Jvyi Gang in the underworld, do you think anyone would dare to supply sand to your family if the Jvyi Gang doesn't say a word?" Zhou Rui's lips curved slightly into a smile as she spoke.

"Why not?" Fang Zicheng smiled, "I can use sand from other places."

"That's only if the trucks from other places can enter Jiangbei City," Zhou Rui immediately said, putting Fang Zicheng at a loss for words.

This is the aura and confidence of Jiangbei City's number one gang speaking. However, Zhou Rui changed the topic, "After all, we have been classmates for many years, so I hope you won't be so childish."

Fang Zicheng's face darkened, "Are you threatening me?"

"How could I be threatening you?" Zhou Rui smiled and said, "Zicheng, when Jvyi Gang was in its toughest times, you helped us. How could we repay kindness with enmity? But I hope that we can cooperate well and not harbor mutual hatred."

Fang Zicheng furrowed his brows; indeed, he felt the thick threat within her words. Although Zhou Rui did not admit it, he already had that feeling. And this feeling caused him an immense headache. He really wanted to tear up the contract, but he was concerned about affecting the market in Jiangbei City.

"Alright," Fang Zicheng's expression turned from sunny to overcast, "Let's have a good collaboration then."

"That's great," Zhou Rui nodded excitedly.

"Sigh..." Fang Zicheng sighed, "Xiao Rui, I really did not expect that you would turn against me over a Lin Chuan."

"How could I be turning against you?" Zhou Rui said with a beaming smile, "Now that I am the person in charge of Sichuan University Group, of course, I want to cooperate with you. Not turn against you."

"Heh," Fang Zicheng sighed helplessly.

In the business world, Fang Zicheng's capability was not bad; however, in matters of love, he was always one step behind.

He really wanted to defeat Lin Chuan and take Zhou Rui away from him. But Zhou Rui has always been steadfastly by Lin Chuan's side. This made Fang Zicheng feel helpless, and he didn't understand what it was that almost erased his belief in victory.

It was only after Zhou Rui left that Fang Zicheng snapped back to reality with a start.

Clang...

In frustration, Fang Zicheng slammed a Song dynasty vase onto the floor of his office. This colored glaze vase was quite valuable, with a conservative market estimate of over five hundred thousand. The assistant watched the shattered pieces on the floor with a pained expression, unsure of what to do.

"Mr. Fang, what's this about?" the assistant asked, at a loss.

"Get this trash swept away," Fang Zicheng was clearly annoyed.

"Yes, right away!" the assistant nodded hastily.

Afterward, the assistant quickly got hold of the cleaning staff, who cleared away all the shattered pieces in the office. The assistant leaned close to Fang Zicheng and said, "Mr. Fang, actually some things shouldn't need to be so troubling. If you really want to win Miss Zhou, the best way is to conquer her in bed."

"She doesn't even give me a chance, how am I supposed to conquer her in bed?" Fang Zicheng said helplessly.

"Well..." The assistant hesitated, then said, "It doesn't matter, find an opportunity, and then maybe add a little love potion..."

"Shut up!" Fang Zicheng suddenly burst out in anger.

The assistant was startled and said awkwardly, "Yes, yes!"

Thinking he had angered Fang Zicheng, to their surprise, Fang Zicheng spoke up, "If one is not willing to make even this bit of sacrifice for love, how can it be called love at all? I suddenly find your suggestion quite excellent."

The assistant hesitated before asking, "Mr. Fang, do you mean..."

"Do it your way, drug her!" Fang Zicheng squinted his eyes and said, "If I like her, I must obtain her by any means necessary."

"Mr. Fang, that's more like it." The assistant smiled.

Fang Zicheng seemed to have lost his patience. In his view, it was becoming less likely that he would be able to genuinely win over Zhou Rui. Therefore, he wanted to resort to extraordinary measures to chase her. The best way to win a woman is to take her to bed. Once he'd conquered her in bed, her heart would naturally belong to him as well.

An odd smile played on Fang Zicheng's lips, as if he had already secured Zhou Rui for himself.

On the side, the assistant was devising schemes.

............

Every woman around Lin Chuan was stunningly beautiful, which inevitably meant countless jealous eyes were fixed upon them. Behind Tang Yumeng was Bai Yifan, and behind Zhou Rui, the fiery girl, was Fang Zicheng. Behind Song Xiaojia was May...

Behind each woman was a powerful suitor, and the pressure Lin Chuan faced was self-evident. Particularly because of the backers behind these suitors, one could feel the menacing intention.

Yang Zi, whom Lin Chuan had once adored, was now a married woman. However, her life was far from smooth and happy, which made her reminisce about the good times with Lin Chuan. She had never felt this way before, and this feeling was emerging quietly. She wanted to divorce Liu Shaoqi and marry Lin Chuan. Although Lin Chuan didn't like her now, she believed that deep down, he must love her. So, she persisted.

In the grand villa of Liu Shaoqi.

It was an ordinary, unremarkable night. Yang Zi tried hard to fulfill her role as a wife. She took care of home, husband, and children. She had always tried to bear Liu Shaoqi a son, but unfortunately, Liu Shaoqi seemed to lack the ability in that aspect. He only used perverse methods to torment her and was utterly sexually incapable.

The villa was the epitome of luxury. Liu Shaoqi was very particular about maintaining face; he absolutely would not allow anyone to outdo him. Due to his deficiencies in certain areas, he felt the need to compensate in others even more.

Another weekend came, and Liu Shaoqi returned home drunk after social engagements. With the help of his driver, he stumbled back into the villa.

"Why are you drunk again?" Yang Zi looked at the inebriated Liu Shaoqi, appearing quite uncomfortable.

"Hehe..." Liu Shaoqi chuckled and said, "Yang Zi, you look very beautiful today."

"You're drunk." Yang Zi took Liu Shaoqi from the driver.

The driver's lips curled into a lecherous smile. In the summer, Yang Zi wore thin clothes at home, and bending over often revealed the snowy peaks within her neckline. The driver couldn't help but harbor unclean thoughts. Nevertheless, out of respect for her status as Liu Shaoqi's wife, he dared not act on them.

"Madam, please help Mr. Liu inside to rest." The driver quickly let go.

"Ouch..." Yang Zi was unable to support the heavy weight of a grown man. The weight suddenly bore down on her, causing her to lose balance and fall. The fall sent them both tumbling to the ground.

The driver rushed to help Yang Zi up, his hands daringly groping her.

"Ah..." Yang Zi was sensitive to his touch and hastily exclaimed, "What do you think you're doing?"

"Madam, I'm just helping you up!" The driver grinned, a gleam of lust in his eyes.

Yang Zi was very sensitive to such looks, as she had often encountered those with wandering hands. She quickly gestured with her hand, "You'd better leave now."

"That won't do!" The driver shook his head, "Madam, let me help you get Mr. Liu inside!"

After saying that, the driver hurriedly lifted Liu Shaoqi from the ground and helped him into the room. Yang Zi followed along.

The room was large and boasted floor-to-ceiling windows. Most importantly, it had all sorts of bedroom flirtation accessories hanging around. The driver saw all of this, and Yang Zi's face flushed red with embarrassment. At this point, Liu Shaoqi was already dead drunk and unresponsive to any calls.

"Madam, you must have a good time usually, don't you?" The driver's mouth curled up.

"You can leave now." Yang Zi forced herself to calm down.

"Hehe..." The driver grinned, "I heard that Mr. Liu is impotent. How does he satisfy you normally?"

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