Chapter 868: Momentous Reversal
Who would have thought that Mu Xichen would respond this way.
Similarly, no one expected the situation to turn around so quickly.
Today was their wedding day, and everyone was here to give their blessings.
However hard they tried, Sheng An Entertainment was unable to suppress the news that the bride and groom were involved in illegal transactions. Furthermore, the topic had been maliciously hyped up. It quickly spread on the internet.
Most of the netizens on the internet were people with too much time on their hands. They would go online to berate others, while some of them were haters who would leave nasty remarks at the slightest things, stirring all sorts of trouble.
When Mu Donglin picked up Lin Kerou, she was scrolling through Weibo.
Most of the people who had been supporting Li Beinian before had now turned from fans to merely watchers, or even haters.
After all, this matter had even spread on a national level and threatened the people. While everyone was watching the story unfold, they were naturally indignant at such people.
Apart from the netizens’ berating, there were also parties sabotaging them. Li Beinian and Mu Xichen were now being dragged through the mud.
However, the more of this Lin Kerou saw, the more excited she became.
It put her in a good mood.
Even though Mu Donglin did not say a word to her along the way, she walked into the restaurant bearing a smile on her face, as if nothing had happened.
Mu Donglin could tell that Lin Kerou was in a good mood. He couldn’t help taking a few more glances at her, asking, “What’s making you so happy?”
“Huh?” The girl turned around and saw Mu Donglin looking at her. Her heart skipped a beat as she reached out to hold his arm affectionately. “Because I’m thinking of our future.”
Mu Xichen was already in jail. According to the information she had just received, he wasn’t going to be released anytime soon.
He might even have to be jailed for a long time. It had to be said, it was a pity for such a man.
The best thing was, although Li Beinian had been bailed out, based on the current situation, she was going to have a tough time ahead.
She was a married woman with a husband who had done such a terrible thing. There was no doubt, Wu Meiya would never allow Li Beinian to be with Mu Donglin again.
She, Lin Kerou, had emerged the winner in the end.
Mu Donglin, on the other hand,felt a little sad when he heard Lin Kerou’s reply, however he kept silent. Very soon, they were walking into the Lin residence.
Although it was said that the Lin family was holding a family banquet today to celebrate Lin Yuxin’s promotion, in reality, they were celebrating the fact that this interfering fellow, Mu Xichen, had finally been nabbed.
Now, there was no one to stop them.
Sure enough, as soon as they entered, they saw the Lin couple happily preparing dinner. Lin Yuxin was sitting on the sofa. When she saw Lin Kerou and Mu Donglin, she broke into a dazzling smile. “Sister, Brother-in-law, you’re back.”
Lin Kerou’s smile faded somewhat when she saw Lin Yuxin, but she quickly regained her composure.
She was married now, but Lin Yuxin was not.
It was natural for Lin Ya to be biased towards Lin Yuxin.
Apart from this, she was very happy and blessed being part of this family.
Lin Kerou smiled at Lin Yuxin and quickly sat down.
As soon as Mu Donglin arrived, he was called to the study by Lin Ya.
Mother Lin watched as Mu Donglin and Lin Ya went into the study. She quietly went up to Lin Kerou and said, “Kerou, come in with me.”
“What’s wrong?”
“It’s good that you’re here.” Mother Lin quickly came forward and pulled Lin Kerou into the room. The moment they were in the room, Mother Lin immediately said, “You know about Mu Xichen’s matter, right?”
“Yes I do.” Lin Kerou nodded with a look of satisfaction in her eyes. “The woman who harmed Brother Donglin previously was also arrested, but Brother Donglin bailed her out.”
Upon hearing this, Mother Lin was shocked and immediately said in anger, “This kid still can’t forget that woman?”
“It’s alright.” Lin Kerou smiled gently. “Her reputation is ruined now. With such a husband, she probably doesn’t have a future. No matter how much Brother Donglin likes her, he has to consider my mother-in-law’s opinion. My mother-in-law will never let him be with that woman.”
Mother Lin refused to let it go. “Even then it won’t do. This is too outrageous! Seriously…” As she spoke, she seemed to have thought of something and continued,” Your body is almost fully recovered now. Those who share the same bed still have to do so and try to get pregnant again. Otherwise, your mother-in-law will find fault. ”
Lin Kerou said shyly, “Mom, why are you saying this too!”
“Shy?” Mrs. Lin chuckled. “You’re already a big girl. You have to have a child eventually. Now that this man’s heart is drifting, you have to grab it and have his child so that you can secure him completely.”
Mother Lin patted the back of her daughter’s hand meaningfully. “Your brother’s career is taking flight now. Mu Xichen has fallen. This happened in your brother’s territory. The higher-ups will always reward him based on his achievements. Once the Mayor’s term is up, your brother will definitely be promoted. Donglin is a smart person. Even if it’s only for your brother’s sake, he won’t do anything inappropriate. What happens next will depend on your own ability.”
Lin Kerou wavered for a moment, and then nodded.
“Kerou, you’re a smart girl. Although Donglin is a little distracted, to be fair, he treats you quite well. Your brother is talking to him now. When he comes out, Mom will help you beat him up.”
“Okay.” Lin Kerou smiled sweetly and was touched. “I love you, Mom.”
In the study of the Lin family.
Lin Ya held a calm smile behind his elegant golden-framed gla.s.ses. He looked scholarly, but his eyes were still and unfathomable. He looked at Mu Donglin and said, “You were too impulsive in this matter.”
“It’s time to draw the net.” Mu Donglin smiled faintly. “You wanted to do it yourself, but you just couldn’t make up your mind. I helped you, you should be thanking me.”
Lin Ya did not comment. He quickly took out a stack of doc.u.ments from the drawer and said, “We’re all family. There’s no need to thank me.”
As he spoke, he tossed a leather folder onto the tabletop. “Recently, they received a new batch of deals from Myanmar. The Mu family has a branch company there, you should be able to help them out.”
Mu Donglin picked up the brown folder, took out the doc.u.ments, and read them one by one. As he read, his frown deepened. “This business is very risky.”
“How can it be called a business if it’s not risky?” Lin Ya smiled broadly, looking very righteous and honest. “Fortune comes from danger. You know this.”
Mu Donglin fell silent for a moment. Then, he said, “Lin Ya, I don’t understand. You don’t lack money to spend. Why would you do such a risky thing?”
Lin Ya’s smile deepened, as though reacting to a funny joke.
Leaning back on his chair, the man crossed his arms and looked at Mu Donglin with a faint smile. “Mu Donglin, you’re not stupid. Don’t you know how deep the water is? If you want to stop, have you thought about the people below? In this game of chess, every chess piece has its role. Once a chess piece retreats, the entire game collapses. Donglin, once you enter this industry, you won’t be able to leave.”
Mu Donglin studied the man for a long time, then tossed the doc.u.ment folder aside. “This matter is too risky. Once it’s exposed, not only me, but also the Mu family and the Lin Family will be implicated.”
“That’s why I need you to do it.” Lin Ya stood up and patted Mu Donglin’s shoulder. “This matter is best left to you.” Lin Ya sighed softly. “Donglin, I trust you very much. I hope you won’t disappoint me.”
Mu Donglin pursed his lips. “What if I refuse?”
“You will not refuse.” Lin Ya smiled meaningfully. “Your father seems to be in poor health recently. Given the current situation, I’m afraid he won’t live past half a year, right?”
Mu Donglin turned pale.
Mu Che’s health had deteriorated so quickly that Wu Meiya had almost cried her eyes out.
Mu Donglin finally understood what it meant to be really sick.
My Che had been doing fine as CEO of the corporation, but when illness struck, all the load fell on Mu Donglin’s shoulder. The man became so busy that he could hardly breathe.
All that aside, Mu Che was his father and naturally, he wished for his father to live a long life.
Lin Ya understood what he was thinking and said, “I have a friend who has been studying anti-cancer drugs. Although it’s impossible to cure cancer cells, it’s not a problem to control your father’s condition and let him live for a few more years.”
Mu Donglin’s expression gradually turned solemn. “Then my father…”
“At least three years.” Lin Ya smiled. “You’re a filial son. Coincidentally, my friend is also quite deeply involved in this matter. Especially this one I’ve placed in your hands. His investment can be said to be rather significant. If you do it, based on my relations.h.i.+p with him and for your sake, it’s only right that he provides the drug for your father.”
Mu Donglin tightened his grip on the doc.u.ment folder.
There was something else that Lin Ya did not say aloud.
If he were to refuse, even with Lin Ya’s relations.h.i.+p with this “friend”, getting this drug would be out of the question.
Confident that he had a trump card, Lin Ya continued, “This is a very profitable deal. Your Mu Corporation’s revenue is less than 10 billion yuan. Completing this deal will earn you half a year’s equivalent of Mu Corporation’s revenue in a month. Why not?”
Mu Donglin clenched his fists tightly, then unclenched them.
This was coercion and bribery.
Mu Donglin felt deeply helpless and quickly said, “I understand.”
Lin Ya smiled and went on to say a few more things. It was as if he had already created a magnificent blueprint for their future.
After Mu Donglin left, Lin Ya’s smile faded and he looked disappointed.
Compared to Mu Xichen, Mu Donglin was not ruthless enough.