The school beauty tortured me physically and mentally, and I was reborn as a licking dog and cut off

Chapter 475 Relatively Unsolvable

Ji Lengming dared not think too deeply about what would happen to Wen Wan if she fell into Zhao Kai's hands.

He could only do his best, think of every possible way, mobilize all available resources, and organize all available manpower to try to rescue Wen Wan from prison as quickly as possible.

He originally intended to use Fan Zhishan to locate Wen Wan.

Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned. Just when he was about to succeed, Chen Lulu suddenly arrived and thwarted his plans.

Now we have no choice but to fight a desperate battle!

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Liaojiayuan Building Materials Storage Center.

The afternoon sun slanted down through the high window.

Within the space spanning thousands of square meters, there are large quantities of cement, logs, and ten-meter-high shelves.

Behind a row of shelves lined with rebar of different specifications, a dozen or so people were gathered together for a unique meeting.

The four bosses, Liao, Wu, Huang, and Chang, were sitting at a tin table piled with all sorts of odds and ends.

They had originally planned to meet Ji Lengming at a teahouse for a detailed discussion, and the reservations were already made.

As a result, Ji Lengming, under the pretext of 'saving time,' summoned them to the warehouse center with a single phone call.

At this moment, all four of them were filled with fear and unease.

Mr. Liao squinted slightly, the agarwood prayer beads in his hand spinning rapidly.

Then he winked at his partner.

Upon receiving the signal, the eldest son of the Wu family took a sip of tea, slammed the teacup on the table, and spoke first, displaying his impatient nature.

"Mr. Ji, you need to give us an explanation for this!"

"We are the ones who obey your commands; we do the work according to your instructions!"

“We know you have a close relationship with the Wen family and have extensive connections. We trust you and hope you can lead us to a better life, which is why we are helping you out.”

"It doesn't make sense that now that something's happened, you're all free and unscathed, while we're left to take the fall!"

This statement came out.

The others followed suit and started talking as well.

"Old Wu's words make sense!"

"We used to live a relatively peaceful life in S City, even though we were always bullied by Fan Zhishan."

"But what about now? My 12 trucks were just loaded with goods, and they were seized the next day. I've suffered a loss of over a million yuan!"

“Mr. Ji, Mr. Liao, Mr. Huang, and Lao Wu are all people with families and businesses. We can’t keep wasting time with you and Fan Zhishan!”

"If you don't give us an explanation, don't blame us for turning our backs on you to protect ourselves!"

Mr. Chang's words won the unanimous approval of Liao, Wu, and Huang.

It was precisely because Ji Lengming had guaranteed that he could take down Fan Zhishan that they boarded this pirate ship.

But the result?

Fan Zhishan is still alive and well, but he has angered the powerful figures behind him, causing their businesses to be liquidated one by one.

No matter what, Ji Lengming has to bear this debt!

Ji Lengming sat upright in the bright afternoon sun, fine dust particles swirling in the clear sunlight on his black coat.

He listened attentively to the complaints of the people in front of him without saying a word.

A unique tranquility emanated from him.

Seeing that everyone had expressed their emotions to a point where they could rationally discuss the issues, the situation improved.

He then looked around at everyone and spoke slowly and deliberately.

"Is it all over?"

These four words infuriated the four bosses.

Seeing Ji Lengming's nonchalant attitude, President Liao spun the Buddhist prayer beads faster and faster, almost breaking the jade thread that held them together.

"Mr. Ji, we all hope you can make a decision."

"It's never good to break ties after a collaboration."

“You have a long history with the Wen family, and you also say that you know some extraordinary people. Therefore, we are willing to risk trouble and help you out wit and fight against Fan Zhishan.”

“We’ve contributed both manpower and effort. In my opinion, we’ve done more than enough for you.”

"If you have no backup plan or any ideas, please explain as soon as possible."

"Don't try to be a hero and waste everyone's time!"

Mr. Liao's words, though seemingly gentle and polite, and seemingly an attempt to solve the problem, were actually like knives, each sentence stabbing into one's lungs.

He practically said: We've seen through your incompetence, so just admit you're no good and stop pretending to be a big shot!

Ji Lengming could certainly understand the implied meaning.

Not only could he hear it, but the vast majority of people in the room could hear it too.

Evan, who was standing behind Ji Lengming, was indignant to see his boss being attacked and wanted to stand up and argue with him.

But the young man stopped her.

The young man only glanced at Evan briefly.

Then, without avoiding anyone, he said in a nonchalant and indifferent manner, "It is impossible for me to admit that 'I have no backup plan'."

“As soon as I say ‘I have no other choice,’ the first thing you do is contact Fan Zhishan’s people and sell me off in exchange for Zhao Kai’s magnanimity.”

"Am I right?"

The few words were spoken in a low voice, without any obvious emotional fluctuations; the only notable aspect was that the pronunciation was clear.

But like a sickle, it swiftly and decisively ripped through the polite facade of the group.

These words were like a piece of plastic soaked in oil, smoldering and burning, without flames, yet constantly emitting pungent, acrid smoke.

The four bosses, whose plans had been exposed, could only crane their necks and stare in embarrassment.

Ji Lengming didn't want to find out what these people were feeling at that moment.

He then added coolly, "I don't mean to blame you. For business people, 'seeking profit and avoiding harm' is instinctive."

"Given the current situation, tying me up and handing me over, shifting the blame onto me, in exchange for the safety and prosperity of your entire family, is indeed the best solution for you."

"And the person behind Fan Zhishan, Mr. Zhao Kai, naturally had the same plan."

"If he puts maximum pressure on you, cuts off your business, and ruins your economy, it's only a matter of time before you turn against him."

"In Zhao Kai's view, as long as you no longer choose to stand on my side, I will be completely isolated and helpless in the unfamiliar city of S."

"At that time, my only option will be to slink back home in disgrace."

"It has to be said that Zhao Kai has indeed set up a relatively unsolvable trap."

The explanation analyzed the root of the problem and got straight to the heart of the matter.

However, this did not dispel the doubts of the CEOs about Ji Lengming.

No matter how right Ji Lengming is, his losses are still real.

Because of this guy surnamed Ji, they're almost bankrupt. Shouldn't they cut ties with him as soon as possible and cut their losses?

Boss Huang glanced at Ji Lengming, who was sitting calmly not far away.

Seeing the young man with his arms neatly placed on one corner of the tin table, talking fluently without asking what others thought, he exuded a nonchalant sense of superiority.

Suddenly I felt very angry.

"What Zhao Kai plans is none of our business!"

"All I know is that because of you, I received five 'business suspension and rectification' notices!"

"Mr. Ji, I value 'righteousness' above all else, but I also value 'accountability' above all else!"

"You came to S City bearing the Wen family's title, and we've given you everything you were owed, without shortchanging you. We haven't even blinked at our share of the burdens we were supposed to bear. We have a clear conscience!"

"But what about you? You promised it with your bare hands, and now you're just going to take it all for granted?"

"Don't forget, it was you who personally promised to send Fan Zhishan to the Western Paradise!"

"If you don't give us an explanation today, and don't make up for our losses, I'm telling you, nobody's leaving this room!"

The room was filled with an imposing aura, as if there were a collective post-event reckoning.

Ji Lengming looked at the indignant faces before him, but his composure remained unchanged despite their accusations.

The young man said in the most ordinary tone, "I think you've misunderstood something."

"I am sitting here to work together to create shared value with everyone, not simply to beg for your help."

"You and I have always been equal partners, and that is the basis of our dialogue."

"You can question me or criticize me, that's fine."

"But if you're thinking of handing me over to Zhao Kai in order to survive, then you should save your breath."

“I can still treat you as human beings with me, but in Zhao Kai’s eyes—” Ji Lengming paused deliberately, “—you are no longer human!”

No matter how much Liao, Wu, Huang, and Chang wanted to deny it, they had to admit that Ji Lengming was right.

Those who were in business had the deepest connections with the government.

Who doesn't give gifts during holidays and festivals?

If a leader comes to visit, would you dare not pay for tea?

If you're asking someone to give you a hint, would you dare not respond?

All crows are black, and the higher you go, the more they know how to extract oil from human bones and dregs.

But what can be done?

With just a few of them, how could they possibly go head-to-head with Zhao Kai?

The more Mr. Liao thought about it, the more unfair it seemed. He felt a tightness in his chest, making him extremely uncomfortable.

He couldn't help but say, "Don't try to portray yourself as so noble. We're just using each other. We know the reality better than you do!"

"The key is whether you can come up with a solution that everyone can accept. Without an executable plan, no matter how much you boast, it won't work!"

"If you have a better solution, we're not stupid; we'll know what to choose!"

Seeing that these people didn't just want to 'surrender' but still had the desire to 'win', Ji Lengming felt a little more at ease.

What he feared most were these people who were stubborn and determined to surrender. If someone's knees were bent, no amount of hot blood could change their mind.

It was the perfect time.

Sun Biao came in a hurry from outside, bathed in the warm afternoon sun, and strode into the warehouse area.

Upon seeing Ji Lengming, he immediately shouted, "Boss, the leaders of Fan Zhishan who were brought back have confessed!"

"They finally spilled everything you asked us to ask them!"

"Old Han is taking their statements, do you want to..."

Upon hearing this, the young man's relaxed demeanor vanished, and his gaze suddenly changed.

What was just moments ago like a calm, deep pool has now become like a vast ocean suddenly awakening, with raging waves crashing against the sky.

He stood up abruptly, his gaze sweeping over the crowd.

"Zhao Kai did indeed set up a relatively unsolvable trap."

"But unfortunately, now that I've arrived, this cage can no longer contain the wind!"

"Since you all insist on having a solution, I can no longer keep it to myself!"

My plan is…