Double evil in the business district

Chapter 406 Xiao Yue's initial plan to break the deadlock and split the alliance

The shrill ringing of the bell cut through the clamor of celebration, and the smile on Xiao Yue's face froze instantly, like a blooming flower suddenly withering.

The fingers holding the phone tightened unconsciously, and the knuckles turned white. She said hurriedly: "What did you say?!" The voice on the other end of the phone seemed to carry a hint of disbelief and panic, and it came into Xiao Yue's ears intermittently.

Her expression suddenly changed, and her originally bright eyes were covered with a shadow.

"Competitors...alliance...jointly suppress..."

Several key words struck Xiao Yue's heart like a heavy hammer, and the cheers and flashes around her became blurred in her eyes.

She took a deep breath, forced herself to calm down, replied briefly, and hung up the phone. She turned to look at Shen Ting with a serious look in her eyes.

"Ting, we are in trouble."

In less than an hour, the atmosphere in Xiao's corporate strategy research room was so heavy that it seemed as if water could drip out.

On the projection screen, the information of the rival alliance was clearly visible, and each name was like a sharp knife pointing directly at the lifeblood of the Xiao family.

"According to the intelligence we have, the members of this alliance include..." Market Analyst Liu's voice was low and calm. He flicked the laser pointer across the screen, and every pause was like a warning bell. "After integrating their resources, they almost cover the entire industry chain. This is a huge challenge for us."

The conference room was silent, with only the hum of the projector and the slightly rapid breathing of everyone.

Employee Zhou's face was pale and sweat was oozing from his palms. He muttered to himself, "What...what should I do..." His voice was very low, but it was like throwing a stone into the calm water, causing ripples.

Panic began to spread among some employees.

Xiao Yue's eyes swept over everyone, taking in their expressions.

The enormous pressure was like a mountain pressing on her shoulders, but her eyes were firm and did not waver at all.

"I know the current situation is not favorable for us." Xiao Yue's voice was steady and powerful, forming a sharp contrast with the panic of employee Zhou. "But we are not without a chance." She walked to the projection screen, her eyes fixed on the list of alliance members. "The alliance seems unbreakable, but it is not a solid block..." Her slender fingers tapped lightly on a name twice. "Perhaps, we can start from here..."

Xiao Yue's eyes were as sharp as an eagle's as she scanned the list of alliance members flashing on the projection screen. Her slender fingers tapped lightly on the table, again and again, as if knocking on the enemy's heart.

Market analyst Liu handed over a detailed document, which densely recorded the background, business scope, past cooperation and potential conflicts of interest of each member of the alliance.

Xiao Yue browsed quickly, and in her eyes, rows of cold data gradually transformed into an intricate network of relationships.

She keenly captured some subtle clues, such as the fact that Company A and Company B had a feud during the bidding for a certain project, and the relationship between Company C and Company D was tense due to the competition for market share.

These seemingly insignificant details, under Xiao Yue's analysis, gradually pieced together into a complete picture, revealing the hidden cracks within the alliance.

"So that's how it is..." Xiao Yue whispered to himself, with a barely perceptible smile on his lips.

She raised her head and met Shen Ting's deep gaze.

There was a hint of appreciation, admiration, and a hint of imperceptible tenderness in his eyes.

This silent encouragement, like a ray of sunshine in winter, warmed Xiao Yue's heart and made her more determined in her thinking.

"Rather than a head-on attack, we'd better defeat them piecemeal." Xiao Yue's voice was clear and firm. "The alliance's weakness lies in its fragile internal unity. With just a little effort, we can divide and disintegrate their forces."

She did not choose to challenge openly, but secretly contacted several weaker members of the alliance.

She did not adopt a condescending attitude or threaten them with a tough tone. Instead, she extended an olive branch to them with an attitude of equal cooperation.

She showed them the advantages of Xiao's and promised to give them more benefits in the cooperation.

She paints a picture of a win-win future, one more enticing than joining an alliance.

This move was completely unexpected by the Zhao Alliance representatives.

He originally thought that Xiao Yue would choose to confront him head-on, and he was ready to fight with all his strength.

But Xiao Yue's strategy was like a soft punch with a hidden needle, catching him off guard.

"Xiao Yue...what exactly do you want to do..." The Zhao Alliance representative looked at the report in his hand with a frown, and an ominous premonition came to his heart.

He stood up suddenly, walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, and looked at the brightly lit city night scene outside the window, his heart filled with anxiety and uneasiness.

At the same time, Xiao Yue put down the phone and a confident smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

She glanced at the clock on the wall and saw the hands pointing to midnight.

"It's time to rest." Shen Ting walked to her side and patted her shoulder gently, "There are more important battles to fight tomorrow." Xiao Yue nodded and stretched, but suddenly remembered something and turned to look at Shen Ting. He used his personal connections to provide Xiao Yue with various information and support, from funds to technology, from connections to public opinion, he tried his best to clear obstacles for Xiao Yue.

Late at night, the lights in Xiao's corporate strategy research room were still bright. Xiao Yue was working at her desk with a frown on her face, while Shen Ting stood quietly behind her, gently massaging her shoulders with his hands.

Tired Xiao Yue leaned in Shen Ting's arms, feeling the warmth and strength coming from him. An unprecedented sense of security surrounded her.

The faint scent of men's perfume mixed with Shen Ting's unique scent gradually relaxed her tense nerves.

"Thank you, Ting." Xiao Yue's voice was a little hoarse, but full of gratitude.

Shen Ting bent down and kissed her forehead, and a low voice sounded in her ear: "Silly, there is no need to say thank you between us." The silhouettes of the two hugging each other were reflected on the wall, stretching and overlapping, like the silk thread of fate tightly entwined together. In the difficult situation, their feelings became deeper.

Xiao Yue's strategy gradually took effect, and several weaker alliance members began to contact Xiao privately and expressed their intention to cooperate.

They were originally forced into the alliance, and now seeing the olive branch thrown by the Xiao family, they are naturally excited.

The panic within Xiao's company gradually dissipated, replaced by hope and fighting spirit.

A hint of color returned to Zhou's originally pale face. He clenched his fists, and his eyes flashed with excitement.

"Mr. Xiao, we will definitely win!" Technician Zhang Ye is full of energy. He leads his team to overcome technical difficulties day and night, trying to break the technological blockade of competitors.

The public relations officer surnamed Chen skillfully guided public opinion and portrayed Xiao as a company that was not afraid of power and was brave enough to innovate.

All of this was seen by the representatives of the Zhao Alliance.

He sat in a large office chair, his face terribly gloomy.

The cigarette in his hand had burned out, and the ashtray was filled with cigarette butts of varying lengths.

He originally thought that he had a sure win, but he didn't expect Xiao Yue to be so difficult to deal with.

He underestimated Xiao Yue's wisdom and resilience, and also underestimated Shen Ting's strength.

"Damn it!" He fiercely extinguished the cigarette in his hand in the ashtray, making a crisp sound.

At the alliance meeting, the alliance representative surnamed Zhao reported Xiao Yue's strategy and achievements to other members, which aroused strong dissatisfaction among the hardliners.

They believed that Xiao Yue's actions were a provocation to the alliance and must be strongly countered.

"Increase the pressure! Completely block Xiao's market share!" A burly man slammed the table and roared.

There was a fierce gleam in his eyes, like a beast eyeing its prey.

The atmosphere in the conference room froze instantly, and a solemn and murderous atmosphere filled the air.

The Zhao Alliance representative looked at everyone, a complex expression flashing in his eyes. He knew that an even more brutal war was about to begin...

He picked up the phone and dialed a number, "Start Plan B..."