12dz Chapter 296 Countermeasures
Chapter 296 Countermeasures
Chapter 296 Countermeasures
It's unclear how Li Chenxu explained things to Assistant Lin, but when Assistant Lin left the office, the previously depressed mood vanished instantly, and the uncontrollable joy between his brows directly reflected his good mood.
Li Chenxu was initially very confident about this collaboration and planned to return home early that evening, so he hadn't told Mu Xiaoyu beforehand. However, Ge Yun suddenly became involved today, and Li Chenxu has other things to do that evening, so he'll definitely be home very late.
Although Mu Xiaoyu hadn't said anything during this time, Li Chenxu knew how worried she was. So, in order not to worry her, Li Chenxu called Mu Xiaoyu before attending the dinner party that evening to tell her about his plans for the night.
"I understand, but remember to have Assistant Lin by your side. You'll inevitably be drinking at events like this, and your stomach isn't good to begin with; what if it causes further problems..."
Mu Xiaoyu knew that Li Chenxu wanted to get down to business. In fact, she even wanted to tell him not to be so busy, to let things take their course with the company, and that it was fine if things didn't develop too well. Apart from Li Chenxu, she really didn't care what others thought of her.
But she knew that while she didn't care, Li Chenxu did. It was because she liked him so much that she didn't want to see him suffer even the slightest injustice.
Moreover, having been with Li Chenxu for so long, Mu Xiaoyu knows very well what kind of person he is. He is ambitious and has the ability to achieve his ambitions. Since she loves him, she should let him pursue them.
However, no matter how well Mu Xiaoyu understood, she couldn't help but worry, and naturally she started nagging a bit.
Li Chenxu showed no impatience whatsoever. As he put on his suit jacket and walked out, he listened to Mu Xiaoyu's rambling on and on, his expression even softening.
Lin Zhu, who had been following Li Chenxu, couldn't help but marvel at Li Chenxu's appearance.
Although Li Chenxu and Mu Xiaoyu have had a good relationship for a long time, Li Chenxu hasn't changed much in public. However, he only shows his gentlest side when he's with Mu Xiaoyu.
Even if Mu Xiaoyu wasn't physically present to Li Chenxu, just hearing Li Chenxu's voice would soften his aura, and only Mu Xiaoyu could give him that.
Compared to his past self, the change in Li Chenxu is undeniably enormous.
On one hand, it's a good thing, but on the other hand, it's also a bad thing.
After all, no matter how strong a person is, once they have a weakness, they are not invincible.
Mu Xiaoyu was afraid of delaying Li Chenxu's important business, so she carefully gave Li Chenxu some instructions and then hung up the phone without saying anything more.
By this time, Li Chenxu and his group had already boarded their car and were heading to the location of their evening dinner party, a five-star hotel in the city center. It was nearly seven o'clock, which wasn't late by any standard time. However, it was winter, with short days and long nights, and by seven o'clock, the streets were already brightly lit, and most people had either already started eating or finished.
When Li Chenxu arrived, there were supposed to be dozens of people in the hotel private room, but only a handful of people showed up.
It will probably take some time before everyone arrives.
"I didn't expect Mr. Li to arrive so early. Have you had lunch yet?"
Upon seeing Li Chenxu arrive, even though everyone in the private room was a competitor, they still greeted him warmly out of respect for Li Chenxu and the Li family.
Li Chenxu's indifferent expression softened slightly, and his attitude was much better than when he used to treat people coldly.
Most of the people present had either met Li Chenxu once or twice, or had never met him at all. They had heard about Li Chenxu's cold and aloof nature before, and were prepared for him to treat them coldly before coming here. Who would have thought that Li Chenxu... didn't seem as terrible as people usually said.
Even though they are competitors for now, who knows what the future holds? They might even cooperate in the future. Climbing the social ladder by associating with the Li family would bring them numerous benefits, so their attitude towards Li Chenxu has become increasingly enthusiastic.
Lin Zhu, who was standing to the side, was so shocked by what he saw that his eyes almost popped out of their sockets.
In the past, those people tried every means to curry favor with Li Chenxu, but Li Chenxu's aura was simply too terrifying. Although he was very different from usual today, strictly speaking, he didn't seem like a mild-mannered person. How could these people be so bold?
Lin Zhu was amazed, but this would make things much easier for them to do next.
"Has everyone eaten yet? The people from the government will probably arrive in over an hour. If not, how about we get everyone something to eat first?"
The agreed time was 8:30 pm. Li Chenxu and his group have arrived now, but there is still more than an hour before the government officials arrive. This hour is crucial for Li Chenxu.
Li Chenxu spoke very naturally, like a host.
But tonight's dinner party was hosted by someone from the government. Could it be that Li Chenxu's tone... had already reached an agreement with the government?
In an instant, the CEOs who had been fawning over Li Chenxu fell silent. Their gazes towards Li Chenxu became more scrutinizing.
Li Chenxu didn't look at them, his expression was natural and generous, as if he didn't notice everyone's scrutinizing gazes at all, he was completely at ease.
"Mr. Li, did you already have an agreement with the government?"
"What do you say?"
Li Chenxu did not give a definite answer. Upon hearing this, he looked at the CEO who had asked the question and smiled openly at him.
This gesture made it seem as if he was affirming what the other person had said.
Everyone immediately understood, but then, remembering the effort they had put into the government, anger surfaced on their faces. Some of the more hot-tempered ones couldn't hold back any longer: "Those people from the government are utterly despicable! They already had an agreement with Mr. Li, so why are they keeping us hanging on? We've put so much effort into this cooperation! And, and..."
As he spoke, the man suddenly began to stutter.
Li Chenxu wasn't angry; in fact, her expression was even better than before. She looked directly at the CEO who had spoken and asked, "And what's wrong?"