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

Chapter 255: Revenge Angel Xu Xuejiao

The cooperation intention letter was flawless.

Lu Chengwen was offering the land, asking only for a small share, which was entirely acceptable.

The rest of the shareholders would be Hode Group.

And the location, area, and various supports offered by Dasheng Group were simply perfect.

On paper, there wasn't a single trap!

Xu Zhiyun, despite his excitement, quickly calmed down.

Lu Chengwen had never done business like this! He was the type to squeeze every penny, and with such a large comprehensive hospital, the future profits would surely be astronomical. Was he really this generous? Only asking for ten percent of the shares? And without involvement in management?

Xu Zhiyun cautiously asked, "Did Lu Chengwen agree to this intention letter?"

"It's all signed and stamped; what are you worried about?"

"It's just… To be honest, dear nephew, it's not that I don't believe you, but I don't trust that brat, Lu Chengwen. This… this kind of condition doesn't seem like something he'd sign off on willingly!"

"Hahaha!" Long Aotian laughed heartily. "Uncle Xu, let's settle this as soon as possible; Lu Chengwen wouldn't dare say 'no' to me."

Xu Zhiyun was filled with admiration. "Nephew, do you realize that being able to take a bite out of Lu Chengwen's share is an incredible feat!"

"Haha, it's not that impressive," Long Aotian replied. "I only have one small request."

"Go on."

"This hospital must be under Sister Xuejiao's name."

"What?!"

"Well… hehe, I'd like to use this intention letter, along with these twelve billion yuan, to show Sister Xuejiao my admiration and respect."

At this point, everything was laid bare.

Xu Zhiyun burst out laughing. "You cheeky devil! Hahaha…"

Long Aotian smiled humbly. "I hope Uncle Xu doesn't mind my boldness."

"Oh, you young people do what you like; I'm only interested in business! Hahaha, business!"

Long Aotian glanced over at Xu Xuejiao, who was already blushing and had lowered her head shyly.

Excitement swelled within Long Aotian. "Besides, she really should take charge; waiting any longer would be inappropriate. The other three companies are all making moves, and even though Sister Xuejiao is young, we can't afford to lag behind!"

"Well… my concern is that she's too young to stand a chance against those sly foxes."

"Uncle Xu, how can you forget? I'm right here! Would I let Sister Xuejiao suffer any losses?"

"Hahaha, Aotian, with that reassurance, I feel relieved! Hahaha!"

Xu Zhiyun turned and said, "Xuejiao, prepare yourself; I'll arrange for you to take up the position of Executive President of Hode Group as soon as possible!"

Xu Xuejiao shyly replied, "Got it. And… thank you, Brother Aotian."

One of the vice presidents expressed concern, "Chairman, Lu Chengwen's approach has always differed from our academic way of thinking. Lu Guanghong started from scratch, and their family has a deeply ingrained rural landowner's sly and cunning nature."

"Exactly. Lu Chengwen always pretends to be very generous at first, but he always finds an entry point later to carve out a significant portion of the partner's share. The Ninth Pharmaceutical Company is a living example."

"He's like a hidden assassin. We're in the open, and he's in the shadows; it's hard to deal with him. This time… even if he's shown great generosity in the cooperation intention letter, it might not be his overall strategy."

"Also, the start date for the project hasn't been finalized, which is quite suspicious."

The senior executives voiced a multitude of concerns.

Xu Zhiyun nodded, then looked at Long Aotian, "Aotian, what's your take?"

Long Aotian also nodded seriously, "This time, Lu Chengwen agreed very quickly, but he might indeed play dirty behind our backs. With his character, this is indeed a concern."

Long Aotian stroked his chin, "Uncle Xu, how about asking everyone to leave? Just the two of us can discuss this."

The senior executives were a bit displeased, but with him being the Chairman's favored person, they had no choice but to leave quietly.

Once everyone was gone, Long Aotian said, "I do have a solution."

"Oh?" Xu Zhiyun's eyes lit up.

He thought to himself: I knew it! You made everyone leave because you had an idea.

Truly, a brilliant young talent; to deal with Lu Chengwen, it's a battle between equals. Other than him, there's probably no one else who could subdue that wild bull.

"Go on."

Long Aotian smiled, "It's a bit… unseemly."

"Hah! Business is business. Big deals always have some unseemly parts; just say it."

Long Aotian replied, "We need to plant an undercover agent close to Lu Chengwen."

"An undercover?" Xu Zhiyun was startled. "How do we manage that?"

Long Aotian smiled slyly, "Lu Chengwen is a notorious womanizer. I could assign a clever and astute subordinate to feign romantic interest and gather intel on him."

"Do we have someone like that?"

"Shiyin."

Luo Shiyin felt a bit awkward.

"Young master."

"Figure out a plan to approach Lu Chengwen, become his confidante, and secretly relay any intelligence. Think you can manage that?"

Luo Shiyin thought, What kind of plan is this?

Doesn't Lu Chengwen already know who I am? This is way too obvious.

And if I go… I'll be a lamb to the slaughter, right?

Meet him a few more times, and there could be kids already.

Luo Shiyin looked hesitant, which made Long Aotian somewhat displeased, "You can handle Lu Chengwen, can't you?"

Xu Xuejiao chimed in, "It doesn't look like she can."

Everyone looked her way.

Xu Xuejiao explained, "Lu Chengwen knows she's your person, so he'll be very wary of her. And at such a crucial time, would he believe it if she suddenly threw herself at him?"

Luo Shiyin was seething inside.

Little flirt, if I can't do it, you think you can?

In that hotel confrontation, you lost to me!

Xu Xuejiao spoke gravely, "Lu Chengwen isn't the type to trust people easily."

Everyone fell silent.

After a while, Xu Xuejiao said, "I'll go!"

Xu Zhiyun and Long Aotian were both shocked.

"What!?"

Xu Xuejiao said, "First, I have a foundation of feelings with him, so if I go to him now, it won't seem too deliberate. He'd only suspect that I'm extending goodwill to help push this project."

"Second, once I become the CEO of Houde Group, he'll certainly see me differently. Lu Chengwen is a realistic, opportunistic man. When that happens, he'll take the initiative to approach me."

"Third, other women might lack the deterrence to make Lu Chengwen treat them respectfully. If he tries to force his way, things could go wrong. If I go, and I refuse to let that happen, he wouldn't dare force me. I'd be able to walk away unscathed."

Xu Zhiyun fell silent.

This approach was indeed feasible, but sending his daughter… felt very uncomfortable.

Long Aotian also stayed quiet.

Theoretically, this plan was flawless, and Xu Xuejiao was indeed the best candidate.

But… what if… things went too far?

Wouldn't he end up empty-handed?

Xu Xuejiao stood up.

In her business attire, with her dignified, calm expression, she seemed taller and more composed, exuding a powerful aura.

"When the main hospital is completed, Houde Group's earnings will be enormous. We can make a killing in the stock market. Hmph."

Xu Xuejiao's face turned cold, her eyes filled with icy hatred: "To personally exact revenge on Lu Chengwen, to see his shocked, regretful face when the truth comes out, to see all his hard work amount to nothing—only then… will he realize he messed with the wrong person."

Luo Shiyin squinted, thinking: Who is this girl, really?

She was all over Lu Chengwen before, yet now she's volunteering to be an undercover agent…

Luo Shiyin didn't believe Xu Xuejiao.

But Qi Meishao believed her wholeheartedly!

Qi Meishao saw the flames of hatred in Xu Xuejiao's eyes and deeply empathized with her anger and resentment after being teased, deceived, and humiliated by Lu Chengwen.

Long Aotian hesitated, looking back at his two strategists.

Luo Shiyin frowned slightly and shook her head.

But Qi Meishao, who was bitterly against Lu Chengwen, nodded in agreement with Xu Xuejiao's proposal.

Long Aotian couldn't make up his mind.

"This… the price is too high, isn't it?"

Long Aotian said, "Lu Chengwen is a lustful, impatient man. What if something happens…"

"Impossible," Xu Xuejiao said. "I'm trained in medicine; one shot, and he'll be impotent for six months."

Qi Meishao got excited at this and said, "Young Master, if Miss Xu goes, Lu Chengwen will definitely fall for it."

Long Aotian still couldn't decide.

Xu Zhiyun waved his hand, "No, no, it's too risky."

Xu Xuejiao smiled, "Dad, do you still think I'm a little girl? Lu Chengwen deceived me, betrayed me… he's hardly human!"

Xu Zhiyun said, "But it's too dangerous."

Qi Meishao thought it over, "If the Xu family unites with the Lu family, Lu Chengwen, for the bigger picture, will surely be respectful toward Miss Xu."

Luo Shiyin couldn't help herself, "Miss Xu, are you truly sincere about our young master?"

Xu Xuejiao froze, blushing instantly: "What… what sincerity… what are you talking about… I don't know…"

Long Aotian, displeased, said, "Shiyin, what are you talking about? Step back."

Luo Shiyin said, "Young Master, this matter might not be that simple…"

"Be quiet."

Long Aotian grew anxious, thinking, why is this girl talking so much today?

I haven't even clarified things with Xu Xuejiao yet, and you're asking if she's sincere. How can she answer that?

She's a young lady, easily embarrassed! There's no way she'd just say she's sincere.

These are the kinds of things we discuss privately, in a romantic, intimate setting where she'll timidly pledge her love to me.

Not with you barging in with direct questions like, "Are you sincere?"

This is utterly tactless.

Xu Xuejiao stepped up to Luo Shiyin, her expression calm, her gaze icy:

"You're asking if I'm sincere? I don't know. But I am absolutely sincere about revenge."

Xu Xuejiao gritted her teeth, "I've only loved once in my life! And he, Lu Chengwen, betrayed me, abandoned me, played with me!"

Xu Xuejiao's face twisted with vengeful malice:

"I want personal revenge! I want to watch him descend into hell! I want to crush him with my own hands! To shatter every achievement he has, leaving him a broken, helpless man, forever beneath my heel!"

Everyone was stunned by Xu Xuejiao's twisted, terrifying expression.

Even Long Aotian.

Damn, when this woman hates someone, it's downright… frightening.

Lu Chengwen, of all people you could've wronged, you messed with Xu Xuejiao? I'm scared on your behalf.

Xu Xuejiao suddenly calmed down, looking around in panic before taking a step back, blushing as her manic aura vanished.

She covered her chest bashfully, speaking in a soft, gentle tone: "I'm sorry, I… I lost my composure…"

Qi Meishao nodded, "She's the one!"

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