In the blink of an eye, three days had passed.
During those three days, several shareholders approached Xu Guofeng to sell their shares.
Individually, none of them held a significant stake, but together they accounted for 8% of Xingmeng Technology's shares.
If someone had asked them to sell two months ago, they would have refused without hesitation.
But things were different now.
First, the company's valuation had risen considerably over the past two months, allowing investors to cash in part of their expected profits.
Second, competition had intensified.
Tianhe Group had made it clear that it was targeting Xingmeng Technology. The business sectors they had chosen overlapped heavily with Xingmeng's, and they were certain to capture part of its market share.
Third, the international landscape had changed.
Xingmeng Technology's future development was closely tied to global affairs, making many investors more cautious.
Buzz... Buzz...
Xu Guofeng called Xu Mengyao.
"Dad? What's up?"
Mengyao asked.
At the moment, she and Lin Chen were at another scenic location taking wedding photos.
Xu Guofeng laughed over the phone.
"I just signed another agreement to repurchase another 1% of the company's shares."
"That brings the total we've bought back to 19%."
Xu Mengyao's eyes lit up.
She personally already owned 24% of Xingmeng Technology.
Adding the newly repurchased 19%, along with the shares held by the Xu family's parent company, the Xu family now controlled 70% of the company.
An overwhelming controlling stake.
"Dad, that's enough."
"The remaining shareholders are probably the ones who truly believe in the company."
"We should leave some room for them to profit too."
Xu Mengyao smiled.
At this point, whether they owned a little more or a little less no longer mattered.
Allowing some shareholders to continue making money would also send a clear message—
The Xu family wasn't trying to monopolize all the profits.
Those who had sold early simply lacked foresight.
Xu Guofeng nodded.
"If anyone else comes looking to sell their shares, I'll try my best to persuade them to stay unless they're absolutely determined."
Mengyao asked,
"Anything else?"
"Lin Chen and I are in the middle of our wedding photoshoot."
"No, no."
"I won't disturb you any longer."
Xu Guofeng quickly hung up.
Mengyao turned toward Lin Chen, who had just stepped out of the luxury RV.
Today's theme was traditional Chinese wedding attire.
Lin Chen was dressed as a wandering martial hero.
Xu Mengyao wore the elegant costume of a graceful heroine.
With her beauty, Xu Mengyao looked absolutely stunning in ancient clothing.
Lin Chen's appearance might not have been as striking, but the imposing aura surrounding him made him seem like a genuine legendary swordsman.
After all...
He was a true Martial Arts Grandmaster.
He didn't need to act.
"Mr. Lin, President Xu..."
"This set is absolutely perfect!"
Photographer Chen Lei exclaimed in admiration.
"With your appearance and temperament, if you starred in a wuxia drama, you'd definitely be the male and female leads."
Mengyao smiled sweetly.
"Honey, you really picked the right outfit."
"It suits you perfectly."
The costume had been Lin Chen's choice.
Since they were taking wedding photos, they changed into three or four different outfits every day.
"Daddy! Mommy!"
Soon, little Lin Xiaoqian skipped out of the RV.
She was also dressed in adorable ancient clothing.
Some of the wedding photos included her, while others featured only Lin Chen and Xu Mengyao.
"Come here, Qianqian."
Lin Chen crouched down with a smile.
He lifted his daughter into his right arm while wrapping his left arm around Xu Mengyao.
Both mother and daughter wore sweet, radiant smiles.
Click!
Click!
Click!
Chen Lei captured the happy family from every angle.
He couldn't help feeling envious.
Lin Chen truly was life's greatest winner.
A lovely daughter.
A breathtaking wife.
And...
An incredible amount of wealth.
...
Several kilometers away...
A black SUV sped along the road.
Inside sat a man in his thirties.
His expression appeared unnaturally stiff.
Almost...
Like a puppet wearing someone else's face.
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