After being reborn, I refused to be a sucker, and my whole family was dumbfounded.

Chapter 619

After listening, Lu Yi's face showed a hint of realization: "But what if he doesn't fall for it? What if he finds out..."

"He won't investigate."

Shi Gandang interrupted him.

"Although Lin Ling is somewhat capable, he is an arrogant guy at heart. As long as you act convincingly and tell the inside story of Nanfeng Xiaokang in a realistic way, he will definitely be tempted."

"Trading 20 billion for Nanfeng Xiaokang is a sure-fire deal for Lin Ling, and he has no reason to refuse."

Lu Yi pretended to think about it seriously for a while, then shook his head, still looking conflicted, worried that Shi Gandang might not be able to keep his promise.

Shi Gandang wasn't angry. Instead, he began to appease him: "As long as you can swindle Lin Ling's 20 billion, I guarantee that you'll get a 200 million reward after it's done!"

"I'll still protect you from now on, and I'll never let Lin Ling have a chance to get revenge on you, okay?"

Seeing that Lu Yi still looked hesitant, Shi Gandang continued to increase the stakes.

"President Lu, think it over carefully. This is your only chance to get revenge on Lin Ling."

Lu Yi sat opposite him, his hands clasped on his knees, his brows furrowed, seemingly still hesitant about the suggestion he had just made.

Shi Gandang put down his cigar, picked up his teacup, took a sip, and continued, "President Lu, I know what you're worried about. Lin Ling is a difficult person to deal with. You're afraid that you won't get things done and will end up getting yourself involved, right?"

Lu Yi nodded, paused for a moment, and then said, "Patriarch Shi, you are right. I have dealt with Lin Ling before, and he is not the kind of person who is easily fooled."

"That little bastard is as cunning as a monkey."

"If he sees through my disguise, or turns against me afterward, I'll be in big trouble."

After listening, Shi Gandang leaned back on the sofa.

He didn't rush to refute, but waited quietly for Lu Yi to finish speaking.

Seeing that Shi Gandang did not respond immediately, Lu Yi continued, "Besides, 20 billion is not a small amount."

“If he investigates Nanfeng Xiaokang’s background or checks the accounts with Lu Yinan’s side, wouldn’t this be exposed? I need to think about my future.”

Upon hearing this, Shi Gandang smiled.

"Mr. Lu, I understand your concerns. But rest assured, since I dared to let you do this, I won't let you take any risks."

"I'll have someone keep an eye on Lin Ling. As long as he signs the contract and transfers the money, our overall situation will be settled. At that point, even if he wants to back out, he won't have the ability."

Lu Yi lowered his head and pondered for a while; he already had a plan in mind.

Shi Gandang's plan was actually quite similar to what he and Lin Ling had secretly discussed.

The leaders of Nanfeng Xiaokang did indeed intend to sell the company to Lin Ling, on the condition of a kickback of 500 million yuan, and he himself had long been determined to make the deal happen.

However, Shi Gandang's plan was a trap he designed to ensnare Lin Ling, but he didn't know that the deal itself was real.

Lu Yi's lips curled up slightly as he thought of this, but he quickly concealed it.

“Master Shi, I understand what you’re saying. But this is too risky. If I really do it, you have to give me some guarantees, right? Otherwise, I really don’t feel confident.”

"What do you mean?"

Shi Gandang was not angry. Instead, he looked at Lu Yi with great interest. He had completely regarded Lu Yi as a fish on a chopping board, at his mercy.

"Mr. Lu, just tell me what kind of guarantee you want. As long as you can get Lin Ling's 20 billion, I will keep my word. The 200 million commission will be deposited into your account immediately after the deal is done."

Lu Yi remained silent for a while, seemingly weighing the pros and cons.

He raised his head, a tentative look on his face: "Patriarch Shi, as you know, my current situation is not optimistic."

“Those contracts are void, and my cash flow is almost dried up. To undertake such a big project, I need to stabilize the situation first. Otherwise, if something goes wrong halfway through, we will both suffer losses.”

“Master Shi, I won’t beat around the bush with you. Since you’re so sincere, I’m willing to do this job. However, I need some start-up capital first.”

"I want you to prepay me 100 million. I'll use that money to stabilize things at the company before I go talk to Lin Ling about the deal. That way, I'll have peace of mind, and you can rest assured too."