Chapter 217: Hurry and Take Your Wife Away

In the afternoon meeting, Su Zhenguo formally introduced Su Lin to the company's senior executives. Many were surprised by Su Lin's sudden arrival and were somewhat dismissive because Su Zhenguo introduced Su Lin's age—he was only eighteen, just graduated from high school, about to enter university.

Given that Su Zhenguo had appointed him, even though most of them were business spies with strong professional skills—otherwise, they wouldn't dare to be spies—they still found it hard to believe when they heard that Su Lin was appointed as the deputy general of the company.

A deputy general, a position that could decide many things, was being handed over to an eighteen-year-old.

Though the company was short-staffed, this seemed too reckless, and many spies thought Su Zhenguo must have lost his mind to make such a decision.

However, Su Lin simply smiled, greeted everyone, and then calmly said, “Please continue with your meeting, I'll just sit here and listen.”

Many looked at Su Lin, sitting in the corner with Lin Xiaowan and Xia Shiyu on either side, and disregarded him completely. This confirmed their belief in the stark difference between upstart wealth and noble family heritage.

If this were a scion from a great family gaining experience, he wouldn't be accompanied by two young women. Only an upstart group like the Su family would assign two beautiful girls to Su Lin.

Li Hongyang, seeing Su Lin finish speaking, resumed, “Alright, let's continue the meeting. Currently, all departments, especially marketing and R&D…”

“Su Lin, these people already think of you as a clueless rich second generation,” Lin Xiaowan said to Su Lin with a smile.

“Heh, I don't even believe myself when I say I'm something special,” Su Lin replied optimistically.

“That's true, you're just a playboy right now, and Xiaoyu and I are also being looked down upon because of that,” Lin Xiaowan said nonchalantly.

Xia Shiyu laughed along, “I was prepared for this before coming here, hehe.”

Su Lin smiled and started assessing the loyalty of the people present, jotting down names. He didn't need to know where these spies came from; knowing they were spies was enough. Thus, Su Lin's method was relatively simple.

After an hour-long meeting, Su Lin handed a lengthy list to Su Zhenguo.

Su Zhenguo, taking the list, was astonished, “This many? Two-thirds of the senior management are on this list, including many from the real estate division. Son, are you sure all these people are spies?”

Su Lin nodded, “Of course, I wouldn't joke about this. They are definitely spies, just from various powers. We can't afford to go to war with so many major forces, so it's better not to dig too deeply. If they truly harbor ill intentions, they'll eventually expose themselves.”

“You're right, son. If this list is accurate, then after today, they'll all be blinded and deafened, bound to make a move.”

“After today? Dad, are you planning to clean the house all at once?”

Su Zhenguo sighed, “I know it's not the best time, but if we don't clean up, it could hinder the company's growth...”

Su Lin interacted, “The company's growth won't be much affected. I suggest you fire some and keep others. If you clean the house all at once, wouldn’t our intelligence capabilities become too intimidating?”

Su Zhenguo fell silent for a long while before responding, “You're right, I forgot about that. Cleaning up all at once, while it would make our status more mysterious, would also alarm all the major families. Let's take it slow.”

“Mmm, I think that's the safest approach.”

After a brief exchange with Su Zhenguo, Su Lin left. He knew his father would handle the list appropriately. As for the spies in the company, as long as their true identities were known, they could never touch the core secrets and could continue to work for them, unwittingly serving as tools.

These were elites carefully selected by the major families; they wouldn't dare send them to the Su family if they weren't competent.

Back in the office, Lin Xiaowan came out from a small office to find him.

“What's up, do you need me for something already?” Su Lin asked, somewhat exasperated.

Lin Xiaowan shook her head, “No, but someone is looking for you.”

“Who's looking at me?”

Lin Xiaowan looked a bit awkward as she said, “It's Old Master Qin. “He wants you to visit the Qin family.”

“Visit the Qin family, now?” Su Lin's eyes widened.

Lin Xiaowan nodded, “Just got the call.” They want you to hurry, seems urgent.”

Su Lin hesitated, then nodded, “Alright, I'll head over now. Xiaowan, are you coming with me?”

Lin Xiaowan shook her head, “Better not.” Xiaoyu and I have documents to handle. We'll find you if any issues arise.”

“Heh, alright.”

With a mind full of questions, Su Lin left the building, puzzled about why Qin Deshu would suddenly need him. If it were about company business, Qin Deshu could have directly contacted Su Zhenguo, so it must be a personal matter. But what personal business could there be between him and Qin Deshu?

Driving to the Qin family estate, Qin Gong, seeing Su Lin arrive, grasped him like a lifeline, “Oh, my son-in-law, you're finally here.”

Seeing Qin Gong's pitiful state, Su Lin couldn't help but laugh, “What's with you, Qin Gong? I've never seen you like this before.”

Qin Gong seemed to have a bellyful of woes as he lamented, “You have no idea, son-in-law. Xiaoyue has really made us suffer lately.”

“Hmm? Xiaoyue, what’s she done to you?”

Qin Gong lifted his sleeve to show Su Lin his arm covered in needle marks, which even seemed to emit a chilling aura.

Su Lin laughed upon seeing it. It was evident from the cold needles that Qin Jiuyue had used her Ice Soul Needles on him; otherwise, it wouldn't be like this.

“Qin Gong, did you do something wrong? Otherwise, why would Xiaoyue treat you this way?”

Qin Gong looked aggrieved, “What could I possibly do wrong? You don't know how bone-chillingly cold these needles are. Xiaoyue has somehow acquired this ancient martial art and spends all day at home practicing.”

“She not only practices but also looks for people to spar and practice moves with. The young mistress's talent for cultivation is astonishing. At first, I could spar with her a bit, but within a couple of days, she was chasing me around, beating me up. Now I stand no chance at all.”

“And then you ended up like this?”

Qin Gong nodded, “Everyone in the house has been through this with Xiaoyue.” There's not a person without a dozen or so needle holes. The worst part is, there’s no way to remove the chill from Xiaoyue’s cold needles.”

Su Lin chuckled lightly and then passed his warm Yang Flame Needle energy over Qin Gong's arm, instantly evaporating the cold. Qin Gong felt as though he had just had a sauna.

“Wah! Son-in-law, you're full of surprises.”

Su Lin laughed, “Xiaoyue's technique is one I gave her.” Hers is of the ice attribute, mine is of the fire attribute, they nourish and counteract each other, so I can save you.”

“Ah! You gave Xiaoyue that technique? No wonder it's so dominant. Ordinary people wouldn't dare to share something like that.”

Su Lin laughed, “In the future, you should avoid sparring with Xiaoyue. Her technique, once mastered, can kill a master in seconds. She's probably close to mastering it now.”

“Eh... are you kidding me?” Qin Gong shivered.

Su Lin waved his hand dismissively, “Take me to see the old man. He’s in such a hurry to call me, I wonder what it’s about.”

“Sure, this way, son-in-law.”

Watching Qin Gong smile so happily, Su Lin wondered what he was so pleased about. Soon, Su Lin met Qin Deshu in the inner courtyard.

Seeing Su Lin and Qin Gong in similar states, Qin Deshu hesitated, then slapped his thigh, “My grandson-in-law, you finally came.”

Su Lin, feeling awkward, responded, “Old Man, please don't start like that. Whatever it is, let's talk it over slowly, okay?”

Qin Deshu looked at Su Lin earnestly, “Son-in-law, you're definitely going to marry my Xiaoyue, right?”

Su Lin nodded, “Of course, I've already assured you of that, and I won't go back on my word.”

Qin Deshu nodded, then suddenly said sternly, “Then take your wife away quickly.”

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