Rebirth of the Scumbag and the Retribution of the White Lotus

After the meeting, Zhao Shufang stood by the window, gazing out at the distant cityscape. The lights were on, and the city seemed bustling and tranquil. But in her eyes, it was like a chessboard filled with calculations and games of strategy.

Zheng Kai walked in, holding a cup of hot tea in his hand, and said softly, "Mr. Zhao, the negotiation just now was very exciting, but Lin Yuan's expression was not very good when he left. It seems that Shen Yu's plan has been disrupted by us."

Zhao Shufang took the teacup, blew on the tea surface gently, and said calmly: "Shen Yu will not give up easily. He has always been good at taking every step carefully. Today is just a test. His next move is the key."

Zheng Kai frowned and asked in a low voice, "Should we take precautions in advance? After all, his financial resources and connections cannot be underestimated."

Zhao Shufang took a sip of tea, the corners of her mouth curled up slightly. "Of course we need to be on guard, but there's no need to panic. Shen Yu may seem powerful, but in reality, he's already fraught with hidden dangers. He thinks he can control the situation, but he doesn't know that his backyard is already on fire."

After hearing this, Zheng Kai's eyes flashed with doubt, "What do you mean?"

Zhao Shufang put down her teacup, her eyes stern. "Shen Yu sent Lin Yuan here this time, ostensibly to seek cooperation, but in reality he wanted to suppress our market share. He thought we weren't strong enough to compete with him, but he underestimated our preparations. Next, I want you to contact several key partners and integrate our project resources. We must make sure the market sees our strength."

Zheng Kai nodded and replied, "I understand. I will arrange it as soon as possible."

Just as she finished speaking, Zhao Shufang's phone rang. She looked down and saw the number on the screen, which made her frown slightly. It was a number she was familiar with, but she didn't want to answer it—Shen Yu.

Seeing this, Zheng Kai asked cautiously, "Mr. Zhao, do you want to answer it?"

Zhao Shufang pondered for a moment, then finally answered the call. She pressed the hands-free button and placed the phone on the table.

"Zhao Shufang, long time no see." Shen Yu's low voice came from the other end of the phone, with a hint of coldness in his tone.

Zhao Shufang smiled faintly, her tone neither humble nor arrogant: "Boss Shen, what can I do for you?"

Shen Yu chuckled. "I wouldn't call it instruction, but I just wanted to remind you that sometimes being too assertive isn't necessarily a good thing. I heard you acted quite assertive in today's meeting."

"Strong?" Zhao Shufang said calmly, "Mr. Shen, the business world is like a battlefield. Everyone is just working for their own interests. If this is considered strong, then every step you take in the industry should be called ruthless, right?"

There was silence on the other end of the line for a moment. Shen Yu was clearly choked by this, but he quickly recovered his tone. "Zhao Shufang, I know your abilities, but don't forget, there are some people you can't easily fight against. In today's meeting, if you're willing to make some concessions, I might consider leaving a way out for you."

Zheng Kai was furious when he heard this. "What does he mean? Is this a threat?"

Zhao Shufang raised her hand to signal Zheng Kai to be quiet, her tone still calm. "Mr. Shen, thank you for your kindness, but I, Zhao Shufang, never need others to pave the way for me. I only know that the road is to be made by oneself, not by others."

Shen Yu snorted coldly, his tone turning colder: "If that's the case, then we can only wait and see."

After hanging up the phone, Zheng Kai couldn't help but say, "Mr. Zhao, Shen Yu is making a naked threat. I'm afraid he won't let it go."

Zhao Shufang chuckled, but her eyes were filled with a hint of coldness. "Threat? Shen Yu is not worthy of it. Since he wants to make a move, then we will play along with him."

Zheng Kai nodded, "Then how should we deal with it next?"

Zhao Shufang stood up, walked to the table, and pulled out a document, handing it to Zheng Kai. "This is a progress report on several of our recent key projects. Call a team meeting immediately and make sure we move the plan forward to the next step. Also, contact the marketing department and increase publicity efforts so everyone can see our strengths in the industry."

Zheng Kai took the document, his eyes revealing determination. "Understood. I'll arrange it right away."

Zhao Shufang nodded. "Also, help me keep a close eye on Shen Yu's movements over the next few days. We may not have complete control over his network of contacts, but we can certainly win over a few of his partners. Tell the marketing department to find an opportunity to contact him as soon as possible."

After Zheng Kai turned and left, Zhao Shufang leaned back in her chair and closed her eyes. Shen Yu's aggressive approach put her under pressure, but she knew that in this struggle, the true determinant of victory or defeat lay not in the abundance of resources but in the depth of strategy.

She sighed softly and opened an old document on her desk. It was a plan she'd created years ago when she first entered the industry. Back then, she wasn't well-regarded, and even basic resources were scarce. But she'd made it to where she is today, relying on unwavering determination.

"Shen Yu, do you think you can defeat me so easily?" She murmured to herself, her eyes revealing determination. "In this game, I will definitely have the last laugh."