The Bootlicking Antagonist Only Wants to Survive, but the Female Lead Refuses to Follow the Usual Plot

Chapter 263 One sentence can choke you to death

Chapter 263 One sentence can choke you to death

Xu Zhiyun and Long Aotian were drinking tea.

The two of them discussing medical techniques was like a perfect harmony between high mountains and flowing water—kindred spirits meeting at last!

A beautiful woman in an ancient dress played the guzheng nearby, its melodies lingering in the air.

There was an incense burner and a chessboard.

Luo Shiyin brewed and poured tea on the side, while Qi Meishao sat behind Long Aotian, studying the chess game intently.

"Aotian, your move seems a bit too aggressive. Aren't you afraid of being unsupported and failing?"

Xu Zhiyun hinted at something deeper, and Long Aotian understood.

"Hahaha! A chess match relies on strategy, scheming, and boldness! Especially when playing against a master, hesitation, and indecision won't do. This lone piece may be isolated now, but with support from the rear, it might become the key to victory and change the outcome of the whole game!"

With that, he placed a piece on the board.

Xu Zhiyun was stunned, staring at the board with a bead of sweat forming on his brow.

This man... what an impressive setup! Such a powerful lone piece!

"You rascal... I mean, one piece... that's quite something. Impressive, truly effective."

Luo Shiyin smiled, watching as Long Aotian turned the game around, feeling a surge of joy.

But suddenly, thoughts of unsavory images flitted through her mind—her face twisted with excitement and madness. Her hand trembled, spilling a bit of tea.

Long Aotian raised an eyebrow. "Girl, why have you been so distracted lately?"

Qi Meishao leaned over. "Sister, take a break. Let me handle it."

Long Aotian said, "Uncle Xu, Xuejiao is intelligent and resourceful. I'm certain Lu Chengwen is no match for her. You can rest easy."

"Mm." Xu Zhiyun nodded. "Rumors are already spreading outside, and we're expediting the formalities on our end. I think we can start scouting the terrain and drafting the blueprints."

"Hahaha! With Xuejiao in charge, you really don't need to worry so much! On her first day at work, she reportedly stunned the entire company with her efficiency."

At that moment, someone pushed the door open. "Chairman, Mr. Long."

The person then leaned close to Xu Zhiyun to whisper something.

Xu Zhiyun said, "Hey! Speak up if you have news. Mr. Long is no outsider."

"Oh, Mr. Xu, today, 12 billion has already been transferred to the construction account for the Chengwen District project. Our hospital construction is slated to begin after phase three."

Xu Zhiyun's chess piece fell to the board with a clatter, and he stared at the messenger in shock. "What did you just say!?"

Long Aotian was also taken aback. "Are you... could you have made a mistake!?"

The messenger's lips twitched. "How could there be a mistake about something like this?"

Xu Zhiyun looked at Long Aotian; Long Aotian looked back at Xu Zhiyun.

Both were dumbfounded.

Long Aotian thought: What's going on!? That's my money! That's my money!

Xu Zhiyun thought: Luckily, luckily, that money isn't mine, it's yours. But... how am I going to explain this to Long Aotian!?

The situation was awkward.

Luo Shiyin frowned on the side, while Qi Meishao pondered. "I understand!"

Everyone turned to look at Qi Meishao.

Qi Meishao said, "Miss Xuejiao just entered enemy territory. She must provide a 'pledge of loyalty.' For a woman as beautiful as her, she either sacrifices herself or... uses this money to show her sincerity."

"Ah... yes! Yes, that must be it!"

Xu Zhiyun said, "It must be! Yes, Xuejiao used the 12 billion to make Lu Chengwen trust her!"

"Ah, hahaha!" Long Aotian laughed as he straightened the chess pieces. "Scared me for a moment. Now that I think about it, it does make sense. As long as the funds are used as intended, there's no way that Lu Chengwen can renege on this deal!"

"Exactly!" Xu Zhiyun said, "Phase three it is, then. It wouldn't make sense to build the hospital earlier. Without occupancy rates and surrounding infrastructure, a hospital would just sit empty. Yes, considering the long-term, this plan is actually reasonable, right Aotian?"

If I went over there a couple more times... I'd probably be preparing for motherhood.

Long Ao Tian was already bewildered. "Uncle Xu..."

Xu Zhiyun said, "Ao Tian, don't panic. Let me think this through... Let me figure out how to explain this... Anyway, how about we play chess, drink tea..."

Long Ao Tian thought, Drink tea? Play chess? How can I be calm right now!?

My heart isn't that big!

I handed you more than a billion, and you turned around and invested it directly into Lu Chengwen's project. Now, both the money and the girl are on Lu Chengwen's side. What am I now?

Am I the fool funding their wedding?

Long Ao Tian was about to lose his temper when the doors swung open, and Xu Xuejiao walked in.

Both men stared at Xu Xuejiao, unmoving, just watching.

Xu Xuejiao walked over as if nothing was amiss. "Father, Brother Long, huh? What kind of tea ceremony are you performing? How did you end up with tea leaves all over your faces?"

The two men brushed their faces awkwardly. Xu Zhiyun urgently said, "Did you invest 2 billion into Lu Chengwen's project in the slum redevelopment area!?"

Xu Xuejiao frowned. "What do you mean by investing in his project? I invested in Houde's project! This project is now a joint venture of four companies. If we all push forward, it will definitely be profitable in the future."

Long Ao Tian said, "Then why did you invest the money I gave you for building the hospital?"

"Brother Long, don't you trust me?"

"Huh? I..."

Xu Xuejiao said, "That money is also an investment; it will bring profit. Besides, hospital construction is a long-term project that won't be feasible in the early stages. Even if it's built now, it'll be useless. Do you know how long it takes to gather experts from various departments, professors, attending physicians, nurses, support staff...? How many medical schools we'd need to collaborate with? It's very complicated."

Long Ao Tian scratched his head. "But my money..."

"Brother Long, wasn't that money you gave me? Why... Do you think Xuejiao isn't worth a mere 1.2 billion?"

"This, this, this... Of course not! You're worth 12 billion—no, you're priceless!"

"Oh, I know what you're worried about!" Xu Xuejiao said with a smile. "You're worried that I'll suffer a loss, right? Don't worry! I've invested this money to get the slum redevelopment project moving quickly. Once the profits come in, Lu Chengwen will immediately allocate that money back to me so that the hospital can be built."

"By that time, we will have already made a profit, the occupancy rate of Chengwen District will be high, and the hospital will be ready to open right away. Isn't that great?"

Both men nodded in unison.

Xu Zhiyun said, "See, I told you, my daughter wouldn't make a loss-making deal!"

Long Ao Tian added, "Uncle Xu, you're just overly suspicious. I trust that Xuejiao won't deceive me!"

Xu Zhiyun and Long Ao Tian said in unison, "We're such fools!"

Xu Xuejiao's expression changed to one of sadness as she said, "I never expected that the two most important men in my life wouldn't believe in me! You clearly doubted me!"

"No, no..."

The two men started consoling her, praising her decision, praising her vision and courage...

Luo Shiyin interjected, "Miss Xu, are you really moving in with Lu Chengwen?"

Xu Xuejiao blinked. "Of course! How else am I supposed to gather information about him? At home? By calling or texting? Lu Chengwen often works from home, and sometimes even holds meetings with senior executives at his villa. That's where I can gather firsthand information!"

"But aren't you worried about Lu Chengwen... He's... I mean... he's..."

Luo Shiyin was at a loss for words.

Xu Xuejiao's face turned serious. "Luo Shiyin, are you implying that I'll lose my chastity by going there?"

"I... Lu Chengwen really is..."

Xu Xuejiao's expression hardened. "Luo Shiyin, let me ask you, you've been to Lu Chengwen's house many times. Did you lose your chastity? Did he take advantage of you?"

Luo Shiyin's eyes widened, feeling cornered.

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