The sun was high in the sky, and in the secluded private villa, Chu Yan only woke up at noon in the affectionate embrace of Su Dieche.
Last night, the two of them engaged in battle on that bed for three hundred rounds until they were exhausted and fell asleep.
The goal they had always pursued was finally achieved, more passionate and dedicated than ever before. Even now, both, having tasted the sweetness, were a bit unsatisfied.
"Enough, I guess Zhu Ge Yuheng is almost ready on his side, you better go to the meeting." Su Dieche, like a lazy beauty snake, extended her tender, snow-white jade hand, lovingly caressed Chu Yan's face, and laughed.
She was rather understanding, knowing not to let momentary pleasure delay serious matters—besides, the two could afford a short separation!
"Got it, pity there's not enough time, otherwise I'd love to have you again." Chu Yan, staring at Su Dieche's enchanting figure, spoke resentfully like a hungry man unsatisfied.
"What's the rush, I'll be yours from now on, you can have your way with me as much as you want. But now, you have to take care of business, don't let Zhu Ge Yuheng use this chance to establish his authority in the group. You need to show up at the right occasion to make everyone feel like they have a new backbone." Su Dieche laughed enchantingly, and gently sat up, helping Chu Yan dress.
"Don't worry, Zhu Ge Yuheng can't stir up any trouble. I know he's still not reconciled with the old man's death and wants to uncover the truth, but unfortunately, he will never have the chance. Now, Tang Tianpeng, Wan Guoquan, and Yuan Kuolong are all my people, they are all willing to support me. How can Zhu Ge Yuheng fight against the four of us?" Chu Yan smiled confidently and said.
"I know you're confident now, but you have to show up on time. Go on, they're waiting for you to take over Emperor Garden, to be thoroughly devoted on the dead Chu Renxiong's bed!" Su Dieche smiled seductively, her charm almost causing Chu Yan to lose control and take her down right there.
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In fact, Chu Yan guessed right. On the surface, Zhu Ge Yuheng did not express any opinions about Chu Yan and the others bringing back the bodies of Chu Renxiong and the other three yesterday, but he was always suspicious in his heart. He reported to the action department, asking them to investigate the events at White Ridge Cemetery.
Unfortunately, White Ridge Cemetery, being a private cemetery, had no surveillance installed, and due to the strong wind and heavy rain yesterday, the evidence on site was washed away, almost turning into a real dead-end case.
Even though Zhu Ge Yuheng was still extremely unwilling, he had no way to proceed.
Last night, Zhu Ge Yuheng hired the best embalmer and cosmetologist in the city to restore Chu Renxiong's body, unable to let his elder brother's countenance be too unsightly. The mourning hall was also set up, right in Chu Renxiong's villa in Emperor Garden, and now the body is placed there, guarded by dedicated personnel.
Now, Zhu Ge Yuheng, in the capacity of the second-in-command of the Chu Family, called the few bigwigs of the Chu Family to a meeting to discuss the next steps.
Chu Yan, having left his tender warm nest, was the last to arrive. He got out of his most beloved Lamborghini Murcielago Bat, looking exceptionally spirited!
Looking at the towering group building, he felt delighted, for he knew that soon, the entire Chu Family and even South City would be his!
As soon as Chu Yan stepped into the group building, he sharply sensed a slight change in the gaze of everyone looking at him.
In the past, as the Crown Prince and shareholder of Chu Group, every time he entered the group building and met someone, he could see the other person's face gleaming with enthusiastic and brilliant smiles.
Those smiles were filled with flattery!
Moreover, those young and beautiful female employees, upon seeing him, would instinctively lift their heads and chests to exhibit their charm, hoping to catch the eye of this diamond bachelor Chu Yan, and make a leap from a sparrow to a phoenix.
But today, Chu Yan noticed that besides flattery, everyone showed him a respect and awe they had never displayed before!
Regarding this, Chu Yan was as clear as a mirror in his heart.
The employees of the Chu Group all knew that Chu Renxiong was murdered, Chu Feifei was swept away by the typhoon, her whereabouts unknown. He, Chu Yan, as the adopted son, became the most hopeful candidate to inherit Chu Renxiong's legacy and control this vast Black Gold Empire!
Facing the flattering smiles, facing the looks of awe, Chu Yan felt deeply gratified, but maintained a stern face, appearing grief-stricken—he couldn't show any trace of joy in front of outsiders!
Soon, he took the exclusive elevator that only shareholders and executives could use, directly reaching the top floor of the group.
As a large group with assets reaching tens of billions, the top floor of Chu Group, aside from Chu Renxiong's office, had no fewer than six conference rooms!
Among them, one conference room was less than a hundred square meters in area, yet it was the place with the highest threshold in the entire group building, only accessible to the true core of the Chu Family—it was where the few top bigwigs of the Chu Family held meetings.
The conference room, despite its small area, was lavishly decorated. The oval conference table and eight chairs placed in the center were crafted by the top-tier Sea King, worth millions.
When Chu Yan pushed the door in, Zhu Ge Yuheng, Tang Tianpeng, Wan Guoquan, and Yuan Kuolong were already seated at their respective positions, having waited for some time.
Among them, Wan Guoquan and Yuan Kuolong, like Tang Tianpeng, were secretly recruited by Chu Yan in advance, prepared to support his rise.
Meanwhile, Zhu Ge Yuheng appeared isolated amongst these people. He leaned back in the chair, staring at the ceiling, lost in thought, not knowing what was on his mind.
The seat of honor, Chu Renxiong's position, was still empty, appearing somewhat abrupt and desolate.
Seeing Chu Yan enter, Tang Tianpeng and the other three, who were previously smoking one cigarette after another, immediately extinguished their cigarette ends, as if they had been waiting solely for this new head!
Chu Yan said nothing, maintaining a stern face, walked to his seat, pulled out the chair, and sat down.
"Big brother is gone."
Seeing all were here, Zhu Ge Yuheng spoke. He glanced at the empty chief's seat, his eyes a bit red, but he controlled his emotions with strong willpower. His tone was somber, his voice steady, "Now, various rumors and gossip are spreading outside, and within the group, there is much discussion, with morale scattered. All businesses overnight have been affected to varying degrees!"
"The impact on business is minor. The way big brother died was too unjust. Our top priority is to figure out how to avenge big brother!" Wan Guoquan extinguished the cigarette, speaking with a fierce killing aura.
"If I find out the mastermind who harmed big brother, I'll personally cut him into pieces, grind him into meat paste to feed the dogs!" Yuan Kuolong said.
"Renxiong was my brother, Tang Tianpeng, and more so, my lifelong relative. I can never forgive anyone daring to harm him. No matter who it is, I'll find him sooner or later and have him torn apart by five horses!" Tang Tianpeng also voiced agreement, as if the mastermind behind the scenes was about to appear in front of him, and he could immediately rip them to pieces!