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"Alright, Father. I will give up Chengdu and Chongqing." Although Zhao Ruilong hesitated, he still agreed to his father's request.

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There was a moment of silence on the other end of the phone; Zhao Dong seemed satisfied with his son's answer.

"Ruilong, you did the right thing. We can't sacrifice the entire group for a small person." Zhao Dong's tone was solemn and firm.

Zhao Ruilong felt a sense of powerlessness and helplessness, but he also understood that he had to accept this fact.

After hanging up the phone, he leaned back in his chair and pondered for a long time.

In the interrogation room, Cheng Yu struggled to find a way to prove his innocence, but what he didn't know was that even if he contacted Zhao Ruilong by phone, he couldn't change the course of events.

In court, Cheng Yu was pale and dejected. He knew he could not escape the charges and could only accept the punishment.

The trial proceeded in full swing, allowing no interference whatsoever.

The presiding judge solemnly read out the crimes committed by Cheng Yu and the corresponding punishments.

Zhao Ruilong stood in the audience, watching Cheng Yu leave.

There was no joy or pride on his face, but rather a faint sadness and guilt.

After the court hearing, the inspectors removed the Chengdu-Chongqing vehicle from the ground.

Chapter 680 Fishing Grounds

As the prison van started moving, the scenery rushing past the window became blurry.

Cheng Yu sat silently in the prison van, gazing out the window, his heart filled with regret and helplessness.

Back home, Zhao Ruilong sat quietly in his study. He received a call from Zhao Dong and heard his father praising him for doing a good job. His expression was calm, but a hint of fatigue and helplessness flashed in his eyes.

He knew that behind this praise lay even more pressure and expectations.

Zhao Dongping's calm and natural voice came from the other end of the phone: "Ruilong, I'm glad to see that you were able to seize this opportunity and handle the situation well. You have demonstrated outstanding decisiveness and execution, and I am proud of you, '007'."

Zhao Ruilong sighed softly, "Thank you for the praise, Father."

Although the phone call was brief, their conversation was profound.

Zhao Ruilong knew that this was not a genuine praise, but rather his father's higher expectations and demands of him.

He quietly hung up the phone and sat down in his study.

As Zhao Ruilong recalled the scene of Cheng Yu's imprisonment, a sense of guilt welled up in his heart.

He stood atop the Zhao Group's high-rise building, gazing at the brightly lit city outside the window, yet felt no joy. Gao Qilin and Guo Shaoheng arrived at Chen'an Village's fish farm; the lake was crystal clear, and fish swam to and fro.

They stood by the lake, with rolling hills and tree-lined villages in the distance, surrounded by birdsong and the sound of water.

"A rather pleasant place." Gao Qilin squinted, admiring the beautiful scenery before him.

He looked at Lin Yishun in surprise, "Why would such a good place be for sale?"

Lin Yishun, beaming with joy, introduced the advantages and potential of the fish farm to them.

"Sir, our fish farm has been here for decades. As our family needs funds to develop other industries, we have decided to sell the fish farm to someone who has the ability to develop its value."

Gao Qilin listened attentively to Lin Yishun's introduction, nodding in agreement from time to time.

He saw a huge business opportunity in this land.

"Guo Shaoheng, write this information down."

Guo Shaoheng took out his phone and focused on recording every important piece of information, while looking at the beautiful scenery in the distance with a satisfied expression.

As Gao Qilin's most loyal subordinate, he had complete trust and respect for everything Gao Qilin did.

Seeing their expressions, Lin Yishun knew that his words had achieved their effect.

"Sir, please believe me, the fish farm produces a large amount of seafood every year, and the water quality is clean, resulting in excellent aquaculture results."

Gao Qilin pondered for a moment, then asked, "If I decide to buy it, would you be willing to stay and develop it together?"

Lin Yishun nodded quickly: "Sir, please rest assured, I have a deep affection for this land. If you are willing to buy the fish farm, I am willing to stay and serve you."

Gao Qilin smiled with satisfaction: "Very good. In that case, I'll think about it some more and get back to you later."

During the negotiations, Zhao Ruilong learned that Gao Qilin had gone to Chen'an Village fish farm for inspection.

A sense of unease flashed through his mind, and he secretly decided to seize this opportunity to set a trap for Gao Qilin in the fish farm. Lin Yishun stood by the office window, through which he could see the clear water of the lake in Chen'an Village's fish farm and the fish playing.

He picked up his phone in a cheerful mood and called Ding Shilai, Zhao Ruilong's subordinate.

"Hey, Mr. Ding, I just spoke with Mr. Gao Qilin, and he's very interested in buying our fish farm..." Lin Yishun said excitedly.

Ding Shilai listened to Lin Yishun's words on the other end of the phone and showed an appreciative expression.

"You're a smart person; you've seized the opportunity. We can't miss this chance."

Lin Yishun smiled modestly: "It's all thanks to the generous amount of money your General Manager Zhao provided. With this financial support, I have the confidence to cooperate with Gao Qilin."

“Not bad.” Ding Shilai nodded in approval. “Our previous investment in you has not been in vain. As long as you can execute the plan, we will reap the greatest benefits.”

Lin Yishun frowned slightly when he heard Ding Shilai mention the execution of the plan.

"Mr. Ding, please rest assured, I will do my best to cooperate with your plan. But please guarantee the safety of me and my family."

Ding Shilai said in a deep voice, "You just need to do your job well, and we will handle the other issues."

Hearing this, Lin Yishun felt uneasy.

After hanging up the phone, Ding Shilai felt a sense of accomplishment. 2.9 Ding Shilai strode into Zhao Ruilong's office, his face solemn and his gaze firm as he stood before Zhao Ruilong.

The office is simply and elegantly furnished, clean and tidy, with neatly arranged documents and teacups on the desk.

"Mr. Zhao, I just learned some important news from Lin Yishun," Ding Shilai said bluntly.

Zhao Ruilong looked up, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes. "What news?"

Ding Shilai smiled slightly and said, "Mr. Gao Qilin is very interested in purchasing our fish farm."

Zhao Ruilong shrugged. "Oh? Really? That's a good opportunity."

Chapter 681 Trap

Ding Shilai nodded. "Yes, we plan to have Lin Yishun lure Gao Qilin to the fish farm for inspection, and then we'll set a trap."

Zhao Ruilong narrowed his eyes. "A trap? Can you explain it in more detail?"

Ding Shilai smiled and said, "Lin Yishun is a clever fellow. He managed to lure Gao Qilin into this. He agreed to arrange an inspection trip for us and then, at the right time, let Gao Qilin fall into the trap we have prepared for him."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ruilong couldn't help but burst into laughter. "This Lin Yishun is indeed no simpleton; it seems he has a knack for getting things done."

Ding Shilai smiled slightly and affirmed Zhao Ruilong, "Yes, he is indeed very outstanding. We just need to wait for the right opportunity to expose Gao Qilin's weaknesses and then deliver a fatal blow."

Zhao Ruilong nodded and said with satisfaction, "This plan looks good. I believe that under your leadership, we will be able to achieve victory."

Ding Shilai gave Zhao Ruilong a deep look. "16 Thank you for your trust, Mr. Zhao. I will do my best to complete this task." The office was dimly lit, and Gao Qilin sat behind his large desk, deep in thought.

His furrowed brows revealed his inner anxiety and uncertainty.

Guo Shaoheng stood by the window, looking out at the traffic and busy streets through the glass.

A tense and oppressive atmosphere filled the space between the two.

Gao Qilin's eyes kept flashing; he knew that acquiring the fish farm was an important decision.

However, a series of recent events have made him hesitate and waver.

"Guo Shaoheng, do you think we should continue to consider acquiring the fish farm?" Gao Qilin finally broke the silence.

Guo Shaoheng turned around and walked to Gao Qilin's side, gently patting him on the shoulder.

“Brother Qilin, I know this decision is very important to you. But we can’t give up this opportunity because of some minor setbacks. The fish farm is a project with huge potential. If we can take control of it, it will become the cornerstone of our Qiangsheng Group’s next business empire.”

Gao Qilin nodded silently, but he was still hesitant. Three days later, Lin Yishun sat at his desk in his office, nervously answering the phone.

Fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead, and his heart pounded. The voice on the other end of the phone was Ding Shilai's furious rebuke, as piercing as thunder.

Lin Yishun! Tell me, why hasn't Gao Qilin bought that fish farm yet? We've been waiting for so long! Ding Shilai's voice was full of anger and impatience.

Lin Yishun answered in a trembling voice, trying his best to remain calm and rational.

"Mr. Ding, please wait a moment. We just need to wait a little longer. Mr. Gao needs to make sure this decision is correct."

Time? Tell that coward Gao Qilin that there's no time to waste! If he keeps delaying, we won't sell to him! Ding Shilai threatened.

Lin Yishun anxiously explained that he needed more time to wait for Gao Qilin's news and tried to persuade Ding Shilai to be patient.

"Mr. Ding, acquiring the fish farm is a major decision. Mr. Gao is conducting a thorough investigation to prevent any unforeseen circumstances. I believe he will make a decision soon, so please be patient."

Ding Shilai remained uncompromising, his voice growing even more vicious.

"Lin Yishun, you just wait and see. If Gao Qilin doesn't make a decision by tonight, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

Lin Yishun felt a surge of panic as he sensed Ding Shilai's threat.

He took a deep breath, trying to stay calm.

"Mr. Ding, please trust me. I know you are anxious and expectant. I will do my best to give you a satisfactory answer."

There was silence on the other end of the phone.

Lin Yishun heard Ding Shilai's heavy breathing.

After a while, Ding Shilai finally accepted the answer.