Reborn in 2014: A One-Man Tycoon

Meng Chuan had to admire Jiang Chun, a seasoned veteran, for he always had a backup plan.

The USB drive that the girl, Duoduo, handed him contained two videos.

If the first video is exposed, it will be enough to ruin Meng Chuan's reputation.

The video detailed the "facts" of Meng Chuan's malicious suppression of Xinhua New Company's stock.

Although it was Xinhua New Company that targeted Meng Chuan first, and only then did Meng Chuan retaliate.

But it still crossed the line a bit.

Given Meng Chuan's current popularity online and his near-perfect public image,

If this gets out, it will definitely cause a huge uproar, and he will be severely punished.

Just like some things that ordinary people might do and at most face moral condemnation, but celebrities might face legal sanctions.

However, the second video could clear Meng Chuan of suspicion.

In the video, Jiang Chun claimed that he had deceived Meng Chuan into investing in an attempt to raise funds to hoard formaldehyde.

Meng Chuan withdrew his shares because Jiang Chun learned that Chen Zhendong was going to acquire Xinhua New Company.

He told Meng Chuan the truth, and Meng Chuan quickly sold off his shares to ensure the safety of his funds.

In this way, Meng Chuan can escape perfectly.

Since there's no way to verify anything now that he's dead, it all depends on Jiang Chun's words.

"This should serve as a wake-up call for me."

After reviewing the contents of the USB drive, Meng Chuan sat in Zhang Jie's office, lost in thought.

After returning from his dream, he did indeed become somewhat unrestrained.

Because they believed they had a grasp on the future course of history, they became arrogant and looked down on everyone.

Which of those who stand in high positions is a simple character?

Lin Zhongyue of the Lin Group almost cost Meng Chuan his life.

Jiang Chun of Xinhua New Company almost ruined Meng Chuan's reputation.

You can live without a reputation, but you can't have one that's tarnished.

Meng Chuan has experienced firsthand how terrifying online trolls can be.

If I continue to act the same way as before, without considering the consequences, who knows what kind of big trouble I might cause.

Having figured this out, Meng Chuan abandoned his contempt.

Especially in dealing with the Chen family and Shang'an Real Estate.

These two related families have been entrenched in Shanghai for decades and are among the top wealthy families.

Their relationships are complex and intertwined; even a centipede that has died does not die easily.

Trying to condemn them outright is not only unrealistic, but could also get you into a lot of trouble. You need to think things through carefully.

Just as Meng Chuan was pondering his next move, Shen Yue called.

"Meng Chuan, you did a good job on this."

Shen Yue's first words were full of praise, her voice clear and melodious, carrying a hint of admiration and worship, just like a girl in love.

"What happened? What did I do?"

Meng Chuan responded expressionlessly.

In the past, Meng Chuan might have been happy to accept it.

After all, men sometimes have a damn strong sense of vanity.

No man would refuse to be praised by a woman.

However, Shen Yue is not an ordinary woman.

Her ruthlessness and ambition were even greater than Jiang Chun's.

"Tch, why are you being so cautious? You're even wary of me."

Shen Yue feigned displeasure, but seemed to be in a good mood.

Without dwelling on that topic, we got straight to the point:

"The internet is in an uproar right now. Both the Chen and Shen families have suffered heavy losses. Their stocks have been suspended from trading due to the circuit breaker mechanism. The situation is unlikely to improve when the market opens tomorrow."

Shen Yue was secretly overjoyed.

She had been hoping for Shang'an Real Estate to collapse.

Just like those generals in ancient times who longed to rise above others in chaotic times.

They were hoping for chaos in the world so they could realize their "ambitions".

She really couldn't understand what methods Meng Chuan had used to turn Jiang Chun against him.

They even forced Jiang Chun to risk his life to turn the tables on the Chen and Shen families.

This attack left the Chen family teetering on the brink of collapse.

Although the Shen family was not directly involved in the "formaldehyde case," they were still significantly affected.

"Is this all you wanted to say on the phone?"

Meng Chuan asked calmly.

"Of course not. My dad and the old man of the Chen family hope you can come to Shanghai. They want to talk to you in person."

The public is unaware of the full story.

But the Chen and Shen families understood this better than anyone else.

After all, Chen Zhendong had already "explained" the matter.

Chen Li was also slapped hard by her father, Chen Ruhai, and confessed everything.

If they weren't lying, then Meng Chuan was the mastermind behind all of this.

The key to resolving the current predicament lies with Meng Chuan.

But now they are all afraid of Meng Chuan; this young man is too cunning.

They didn't dare say much over the phone and could only invite Meng Chuan to Shanghai for a face-to-face meeting.

"If they want to negotiate, shouldn't they be the ones coming to me?"

Meng Chuan responded coldly.

Are you afraid now?

Shanghai is not Meng Chuan's territory, so Meng Chuan has to be careful in his actions now.

"They said if you don't want to come to Shanghai, they can come and find you; you just need to set a time. I think you two could meet."

Shen Yue said.

Shen Yue knows best the power of these two families.

When wealth accumulates to a certain level, it can be transformed into a formidable force.

As long as this "force" remains, the Shen and Chen families will not fall easily.

Therefore, now is not the time to tear off all pretenses and resort to arms.

What if I don't show up?

Meng Chuan asked, frowning.

"Now that things have escalated to this point, how do you think the relevant departments will handle this?"

Shen Yue didn't answer directly, but instead posed a question.

"Then we must find out the truth and severely punish the criminals."

Meng Chuan replied without hesitation.

In any case, public opinion is in his favor, and whatever the outcome for the Chen and Shen families will not harm him.

"You're only half right."

Shen Yue's tone suddenly became serious:

"If I'm not mistaken, the relevant departments will definitely conduct a thorough investigation, but the truth that is finally revealed will most likely be similar to what Jiang Chun said."

"What do you mean?"

Meng Chuan was taken aback.

"Jiang Chun's last move was too ruthless. With his death, he was destined to stand on the high ground of public opinion."

“If the truth revealed by the authorities is different from what he said, the public will not buy it at all.”

Shen Yue analyzed:

"Because Jiang Chun is dead, the public will naturally sympathize with him. Under the influence of this emotion, any 'truth' that contradicts his words is difficult to accept."

"When everyone only accepts the truth as told by Jiang Chun, in order to quell public anger, even if the facts are not true, the final content released by the authorities will not differ too much from what he said."

Shen Yue paused for a moment, then continued:

"However, while the authorities may compromise on the content they release, they must find out the truth."

"So I think you might as well go and meet with them and hear what they have to say. It would be best to calm public opinion down as soon as possible."

"As for your safety, you don't need to worry. Right now, they are more afraid of something happening to you than you are of it. If anything happens to you, they will be the more suspicious of you."

After listening to Shen Yue's words, Meng Chuan's lips curled up slightly. He couldn't help but admire Shen Yue's thoughtfulness.

"That sounds reasonable, let's bring them over!"

Meng Chuan said while fiddling with the USB drive in his hand:

"I'll be waiting for them at the best hotel in the county tomorrow."

After hanging up the phone, Meng Chuan continued to fiddle with the USB drive in his hand.

Without this USB drive, Meng Chuan might actually be a little worried about what Shen Yue said.

But with this USB drive, Meng Chuan was no longer worried.

Talking to the Shen and Chen families wouldn't be a big deal.

It might even cause them to bleed money again.

Just as Meng Chuan was plotting how to take advantage of this opportunity to make an exorbitant demand.

Meng Chuan's phone rang again.

Liu Qian's phone call.

"Where are you? I'm back from the capital. Come and greet me quickly."