Chapter 1692: What Kind of Look Is That?

"Li Xingyan would disdain to use such methods."

"Then what if someone under him does?"

"Then we should be glad."

Huh?

Xiaolin listened, bewildered.

A look of confusion still hung on his face.

Xie Wanyi explained to him: "If there really is such a person by Li Xingyan's side, we wouldn't need to take action; he would handle it himself, and he would withdraw from the competition."

"You... think too highly of Li Xingyan's integrity."

"This isn't about integrity, but the pride in his bones."

Xie Wanyi had met Li Xingyan, and he had also met his parents.

How could someone who grew up in that kind of environment ever disdain to use underhanded means?

Xie Wanyi trusted his own judgment.

But Xiaolin remained uneasy.

Seeing this, Xie Wanyi patted his shoulder and said: "Don't overthink it; improving your own strength is the most fundamental thing."

Xiaolin looked into Xie Wanyi's eyes.

He saw that the depths of his eyes were profound and calm, unconsciously smoothing out the restlessness in others' hearts.

It was in this gaze that Xiaolin slowly calmed down.

He nodded vigorously and replied: "Understood!"

"Then now, call the core staff over; let's have a meeting first."

"Yes!"

Xiaolin walked out of the office full of energy.

He felt that as long as Xie Wanyi was there, everyone had a backbone.

They weren't afraid of any problems they encountered!

On Xie Wanyi's side, a grueling, sleepless night was destined.

Fortunately, the hard work brought a good result.

By the time the sky was about to brighten, he and his team had refined the plan, and the data was running smoothly.

After a brief rest, the group went to the agreed-upon place to meet with the investor.

Only upon arriving did they discover that they were not the first to arrive.

Some people were already sitting inside before them...

Seeing Li Xingyan, Xie Wanyi nodded faintly.

But the people beside Xie Wanyi could not remain calm.

They stared at the people on Li Xingyan's side with unfriendly eyes.

The investor acted as a peacemaker.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries, he asked both sides to elaborate on the advantages and features of their respective projects.

Through the explanations, it could be seen that neither side had stolen the other's ideas.

Everyone had been researching in different directions, and their performances were all commendable.

This put the investor in a difficult position.

He sighed and said: "You two remind me of the saying, 'Since there is a Yu, why must there be Aliang?'"

Li Xingyan frowned slightly upon hearing this.

The power behind him and that behind Xie Wanyi were worlds apart.

Anyone who normally frequents the business world knows who should be chosen.

But this investor...

A bit interesting!

Just as Li Xingyan was complaining to himself, the investor suddenly said something shocking: "Why don't you two develop it together!"

Hearing this, everyone in the room looked at the investor at the same time.

Everyone had different expressions.

The investor, however, thought the idea was better the more he considered it.

He even said with a smile: "Your companies excel in different fields; if you could cooperate, you would be making up for each other's weaknesses, and it would definitely create a legendary story!"

Create a legendary story?

Given the grudges between Xie Wanyi and Li Xingyan, it would be good enough if they didn't start fighting.

How could they possibly create a legendary story!

In any case, Li Xingyan could not accept it.

He said quite bluntly: "Cooperation requires mutual trust, but between Mr. Xie and me, that is impossible."

"Oh, you are both excellent young men; although you are currently in a competitive relationship, in the long run, cooperation is the major trend."

Li Xingyan could not listen to the investor's persuasion at all.

He was planning to say something more to make this naive investor give up that ridiculous idea.

But Xie Wanyi beat him to it and stated his position: "Regarding cooperation, we have no problem on our end."

No... problem!?

Li Xingyan raised his eyebrows and looked over.

He saw Xie Wanyi sitting there with a calm expression, as if he were resigned to his fate.

But Xie Wanyi...

He is simply not the type to suffer in silence!

This guy must be plotting something!!

Li Xingyan narrowed his eyes, looking at the man opposite him.

Under his hostile stare, Xie Wanyi raised his head to meet his gaze.

Then he said slowly, "I will not let go of this project; Mr. Li can choose to cooperate, or he can choose to give up."

Now, Li Xingyan knew what Xie Wanyi was calculating.

He just wanted to deliberately disgust him, to make him let go!

But how could he let Xie Wanyi get his way?

Since that is the case...

"I have no problem with that either!"

Li Xingyan responded, a bit petulantly.

The investor, however, was happy to see it: "That's great! I can already imagine what kind of grand event the two of you can create by joining forces!"

The investor's tone was impassioned, and his face was even glowing.

Xie Wanyi was very supportive, smiling faintly on the side.

As for Li Xingyan...

He was very depressed.

He thought to himself, what right does the guy next to him have to cooperate with him!

And the investor, he was just a fool with too much money; instead of cooperating with a perfect partner like him alone, he insisted on finding Xie Wanyi to do some kind of joint venture!

Extremely stupid!

But even though Li Xingyan kept complaining internally, in the end, he still signed the contract.

After finishing the necessary procedures, Li Xingyan didn't want to endure it for another moment and left first.

Once this young master left, the investor said a few heartfelt words to Xie Wanyi: "Mr. Li is very arrogant, but his ability is top-notch. You will definitely benefit greatly from this cooperation."

Xie Wanyi smiled and replied, "Yes, and I am also very grateful that you could give our company an opportunity to demonstrate our strength."

"I am actually very optimistic about your company. With you in charge, Lao Li can also rest easy."

Lao Li...

Xie Wanyi's tone paused for a moment, then he asked, "You know Li Shu?"

"Yes, when I came this time, he specifically instructed me to give you some pointers. But you are already very excellent, and I am also looking forward to your future development!"

After hearing this, Xie Wanyi smiled lightly.

But in his heart, suspicion arose.

He wondered why Li Shu had never mentioned this person before?

And also...

Since the investor is an acquaintance of Li Shu, why did he suggest a joint development between the two parties?

He and Li Xingyan would not be easy to reconcile.

How it will develop in the future... who knows.

After exchanging a few more pleasantries with the investor, Xie Wanyi also got up to leave.

But just as he walked out the door, he saw Li Xingyan walking over.

It turned out that Li Xingyan had been waiting for Xie Wanyi the whole time.

Seeing him come out, he said in a commanding tone, "I advise you to withdraw yourself, otherwise, it's hard to say what might happen in the end!"

"Do you think it's possible for me to withdraw?"

"Why is it impossible? Oh, you're worried about the breach of contract penalty, right? Don't worry, I can pay that money for you."

"I can afford that money myself, too. How about Mr. Li withdraws, and I give it to you instead?"

Li Xingyan knew that Xie Wanyi would not give in easily; he was mentally prepared for this.

But facing Xie Wanyi's provocation...

Li Xingyan still really wanted to lose his temper!

Jiang Baobao looked at the man in front of her, her heart feeling as if it had been pricked by a needle.