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Chapter 479: Lin Qi's Background
Chapter 479: Lin Qi’s Background (Requesting Monthly Votes)
Inside the office, Manager Chen was still savoring his meal. He picked up a slice of meat with his chopsticks, popped it into his mouth, and chewed slowly.
“No wonder this is sixth-level Calamity Beast meat—its texture is so fresh and tender. Even the simplest cooking method makes it delicious.”
“The best part is I don’t even have to pay for it.”
“Now that I run the entire company, I just need to keep Xu Changfeng happy occasionally.”
Buzzzzz!
Just then, his phone vibrated. Leaning back casually, he answered, “Hello? Front desk!”
“Is Lin Fang Group gone yet?”
“Manager Chen, Xu Changfeng is here!” the receptionist’s voice came through, tense and hurried.
“They—”
Before she could finish, Manager Chen froze mid-sentence. He slammed the phone down, shot off the sofa, and strode toward the door.
As he stepped out, he immediately grabbed his attractive, sharp-dressed secretary. “Come with me to meet Xu Changfeng!”
The chairman himself? The secretary’s curiosity flared as she hurried after him.
Moments later, the two rushed to the reception area.
“Where are they?” Manager Chen barked at the front desk.
“In the reception room!”
His heart dropped. A cold sweat broke out on his forehead. Why would he go there?
He hurried into the open reception room, spotting Xu Changfeng inside. Worse, Xu was chatting warmly with Lin Zhen and the others.
Manager Chen blinked hard, certain he wasn’t hallucinating.
Didn’t you say Lin Fang had no background? He glared at the secretary, who guiltily lowered her head.
He instantly understood—and cursed her silently.
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In the spacious reception room, Xu Changfeng said earnestly, “Uncle, Aunt, rest assured. Lin Qi is my good friend. I’m deeply sorry for the trouble caused, and I’ll resolve this to your satisfaction.”
The secretary beside him added, “Xu Changfeng is the chairman of Xu Clan Group in Tianhai. You can trust him.”
Lin Zhen, Fang Huiyi, and Fang Zhe exchanged astonished glances. Chairman? This kind of background isn’t ordinary at all!
Since when did Xiaoqi become so close to such a powerful figure?
Yet, reflecting on their son’s own status—Lin Qi was an Sss-Rank Genius, escorted home daily by an eighth-stage martial artist—his connections made sense. Not many could rival that kind of prestige.
“Chairman Xu!”
Manager Chen burst in, his overweight frame glistening with sweat. He forced a smile: “Chairman, what brings you here?”
Xu Changfeng’s tone turned icy. “Manager Chen, you’ve been enjoying your managerial role too comfortably!”
“My junior’s parents wanted to see you, yet you couldn’t even grant them a meeting!”
Manager Chen’s back drenched in cold sweat. “Chairman, this is a misunderstanding—a huge one! If I’d known—”
“Save your explanations. I don’t want to hear them,” Xu Changfeng cut him off. “Effective immediately, I’m demoting you from your position as manager.
“Rumors also say you’ve been passing off spoiled meat as premium cuts. What else are you hiding?”
He turned to his secretary. “Investigate thoroughly. Leave no stone unturned.”
“Understood, sir!”
Manager Chen felt as though his bones had been ripped out. His legs trembled. It’s over. I’ve crossed the wrong person—there’s no escape now.
Behind him, the secretary paled. Manager Chen was my protector. If he falls, I’m finished too.
She knew he’d blame her for this disaster.
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Later, as Xu Changfeng and Lin Qi departed, Manager Chen stood alone in the reception room.
Slap! He struck the secretary’s face. Her cheek flushed red instantly.
“You said he was just an ordinary Awakened genius? Did you expect the chairman would personally intervene for ‘ordinary’ talent? You idiot—you’ve ruined me!”
Manager Chen’s regret gnawed at him. If I’d known Lin Fang’s background earlier, I’d have groveled to them instead of offending Xu Changfeng.
He immediately dialed his elder sister. Only she can save me now.
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Meanwhile, other employees buzzed with gossip.
“What happened?”
“Manager Chen’s done for—he crossed Xu Changfeng!”
“Is this because of Lin Qi?”
“He’s an Sss-Rank Genius! Messing with him? He won’t survive.”
“Sss-Rank? Are you serious?”
“Absolutely! My brother’s classmate lives in Yujing Haoting Residential Complex. His father personally saw Lin Qi escorted home yesterday by an eighth-stage martial artist. Confirming it!”
The staff murmured, convinced it was deserved. How could he survive offending an Sss-Rank Genius?
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At Star Radiance Restaurant, Tianhai’s most famous dining spot, Lin Qi, Xu Changfeng, Lin Zhen, Fang Huiyi, and Fang Zhe sat in a private room.
Platter after exquisite dish arrived.
“These are signature dishes crafted from Sixth Realm Calamity Beast meat by our top chefs,” Xu Changfeng explained.
He poured himself three glasses of wine. “Lin Qi, junior, I’ll take three cups to apologize.”
He downed them in one go.
“Secretary Xue is already investigating. Results will come tomorrow. At tomorrow’s executive meeting, we’ll purge anyone like Manager Chen.”
“I’ll make sure you’re satisfied,” he promised.
Lin Qi nodded. Xu Changfeng’s sincerity left no room for complaint. Lin Zhen and the others also felt their anger ease.
Xu Changfeng continued, “Uncle, let’s keep collaborating. Report any quality issues to me directly—I’ll handle it. Starting now, I’ll reduce your purchase prices by 10%.”
Lin Zhen’s eyes lit up. Their business functioned as wholesalers. All Intermediate Calamity Beast materials in Cang Province originated from Linhai Base. Smaller companies hired their own butchers, but the Imperial Military prioritized large corporations for mid-tier beasts.
Xu Clan Group was Tianhai’s largest buyer, sourcing low-cost cuts from the military and reselling premium portions to smaller, connected firms.
With Guo Heng’s father’s help, Lin Zhen’s family had just begun dealing with Intermediate Calamity Beast meat.
This time, however, Xu Clan had sold them spoiled meat—low-grade cuts damaged by firearms, sold at premium prices. When Lin Zhen’s team tried to negotiate, they were ghosted—a misstep that spiraled into today’s chaos.
(End of Chapter)
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