Early in the morning, reporters gathered outside Zhongshang Langchao’s office, waiting to interview Xie Linhui. Yang Weixi also joined the fray, publicly accusing Xie Linhui of deception that nearly led to her divorce from her husband, Wu Yueting. She made a dramatic scene by throwing water at Xie Linhui in front of the journalists. However, Xie Linhui, unfazed, dismissed Yang Weixi’s claims as theatrics, stating that if Yang and Wu had evidence, they could settle it in court.
Meanwhile, Jiang Yidi continued to accompany Zhang Hongda on his search for funding. Yu Shi, still keen to understand Zhang’s project, instructed his assistant to schedule a meeting with Zhang for the following week.
Xie Linhui, refusing to sit idle, reached out to Qin, a former collaborator of Yu Xiang Investments during Wu Yueting’s tenure. Qin provided her with valuable documents that shed light on the current challenges. Xie Linhui diligently contacted others who had worked with Wu Yueting, confident she would uncover key clues from the data.
Unexpected Competition for Zhang Hongda
Zhang Hongda’s fortunes took a surprising turn as multiple investment firms expressed interest in collaborating with him. After several discussions, Zhang decided to partner with Red Tree Investments. However, the signing fell through when Wu Yueting joined Koroman Company, whose future focus would be smart healthcare—a direct competitor to Hua Ke Vision, Zhang’s company.
Wu Yueting’s intimate knowledge of Hua Ke Vision raised concerns for Red Tree Investments’ director, Ma, who feared potential patent infringement disputes. As a result, Ma decided to delay the contract signing to conduct further due diligence.
Following Red Tree’s withdrawal, other potential investors also declined to proceed, citing time constraints. Jiang Yidi, still determined to secure Red Tree’s support, waited outside the office after Zhang left. She managed to speak briefly with Ma’s assistant, Meng, who revealed that Ma was still interested in Hua Ke Vision but was wary of Wu Yueting’s notorious tactics. Meng also disclosed that Xie Linhui had personally recommended Hua Ke Vision to Ma, which expedited their meeting.
Reflecting on her recent actions, Jiang Yidi felt remorseful for her immaturity. Her best friend pointed out that Xie Linhui’s continued dedication to Zhongshang Langchao was likely driven by personal values rather than necessity, given her influential background and powerful connections in the investment world. Jiang resolved to apologize to Xie Linhui at the next opportunity.
Zhou Hang Takes on New Responsibilities
The chairman was impressed with Zhou Hang’s investment philosophy and management style. He assigned Zhou Hang to oversee Yuan Shen Oriental Technology, emphasizing the need for innovation as the company risked stagnation due to its focus on sales over research and development. While Zhou Hang’s proposal to prioritize intelligent solutions angered some, including his colleague Dahai, the chairman silenced objections and encouraged Zhou Hang to pursue his vision.
Seeking Legal Counsel
Xie Linhui sought help from her best friend Xiao He’s husband, Da Lin, a prominent lawyer. As she waited, Xiao He stepped out to take a call about their child, leaving Xie Linhui to witness an unsettling interaction. Da Lin took the opportunity to inappropriately touch his assistant’s hand while serving her tea, raising suspicions about their relationship.
Despite this revelation, the meeting with Da Lin provided Xie Linhui with valuable insights into her predicament. Da Lin suggested that the rapid and coordinated response from Wu Yueting’s side indicated a potential setup against her. This realization prompted Xie Linhui to reevaluate the situation and prepare for the possibility of being entangled in a larger scheme.
