Facing Wang Wu's anger, Su Ci remained silent, only quietly savoring the luxurious tea.
Beside her, Qin Shiyao swept a cold glance over: "Mr. Wang, please watch your attitude and words."
Wang Wu instinctively shrunk his neck, then stiffened it, one hand clenching a fist while the other pointed tremblingly at Su Ci:
"Captain Qin, my big brother Cheng Mingliang and over a dozen brothers went out the day before yesterday and haven't returned. I seriously suspect she has something to do with it."
He pointed to the document on the table again: "This document is evidence. My big brother would never sign this. It's highly likely she forged it."
"Hey, don't slander me. I'm just a weak woman. How could I be a match for over a dozen strong men? You need to provide evidence in front of an Inspector; don't just talk nonsense here."
That was technically true. She only knocked down half of them the day before yesterday; the other half were taken down by Sister Su. It had nothing to do with her.
Qin Shiyao glanced sideways at Su Ci. She didn't expect the Eldest Miss Su to be such a drama queen.
Lin Xiaoxiao was a bit surprised.
So this beautiful sister was an Inspector.
"I personally watched Mr. Cheng sign this document. Do you have a problem?"
Qin Shiyao added: "Furthermore, your dozen or so brothers are currently being held at the Patrol Office for brawling and suspected intentional assault. Do you want to join them?"
That one sentence instantly left Wang Wu speechless.
Qin Shiyao's presence made it the easiest proof that this document was indeed signed by his big brother personally; it couldn't be faked.
As for what methods were used, he could figure it out with his ass.
He couldn't say it out loud, either, or it would be like a thief crying'stop thief'.
Wang Wu's eyes were bloodshot. He slumped powerlessly into his chair, remaining silent as he gritted his teeth and continued reading the document.
The only thing he could do now was find out the background of those opposing the Cheng Clan.
Then find a way to get Cheng Mingliang out of the Patrol Office.
When he saw the signature of Party B, "Changsheng Biotechnology," his heart instantly sank to the bottom.
Su Ci tapped the table again: "Director Li should have finished reading the contents of the document by now!"
"As the developer of this plot of land in the west of the city, I think it's very necessary to discuss the matter of whether this Orphanage stays or goes."
Li Changwei sat up straight and closed his eyes, a faint trace of gloom flashing across his face.
He had thought that by playing the tiger against the wolf and making Cheng Clan Real Estate back off, he could rest easy.
He didn't expect that before the journey even began, an unexpected Cheng Yaojin would be blocking his front door.
Thinking back to his hypocritical conversation with Wang Wu just now, they turned out to be nothing but two clowns performing in front of Qin Shiyao, which made him flare up with anger.
Li Changwei's smile was a bit stiff: "I wonder how I should address this young lady?"
"Su Ci, the current President of Changsheng Biotechnology."
"So it's President Su. I didn't expect to meet you in person today; it's truly a great honor."
I wonder, how does President Su view this Orphanage?"
"How do I see it? I see it while sitting, of course! How else should I see it?"
"As you know, this plot of land in the west of the city has been designated as commercial land, which is extremely important for Sea City's economic development."
Look at this Orphanage again; it's long since fallen into disrepair. You don't know to fix the collapsed outer walls or replace the rusted iron gates. Not to mention the inside—potholes aren't filled, and holes aren't patched. May I ask how you've been managing it?"
The examples Su Ci brought up left Li Changwei with no room for rebuttal; these were all indisputable facts.
He still wanted to quibble: "This..."
Before he could speak, Su Ci cut him off:
"Director Li, don't tell me these things happened because you're short on funds."
You have big red robe tea to entertain guests, but you don't know to sell it to buy a new iron gate?
Don't you know that your poor management affects the city's image and appearance?
If outsiders see this and decide not to invest here, will you take responsibility for the economic loss caused to me—no, to Sea City?"
Su Ci's piercing gaze felt as if it were about to bore two holes into Li Changwei.
The accusations she leveled were like an invisible mountain pressing down on Li Changwei's head.
He felt that the person in front of him wasn't some President Su, but a man-eating beast, while he was now a lamb waiting to be slaughtered.
He finally understood. All that talk about his dilapidated place affecting the city's image and Sea City's economic development was fake; the only thing that was real was that it affected Su Ci's ability to make money.
In his heart, Li Changwei cursed Su Ci hundreds of times and regretted why he had saved that little bit of money instead of improving the facilities, only to have Su Ci seize it as leverage now.
He gritted his teeth, the smile at the corner of his mouth forced: "President Su, give... give me some more time... I will definitely rectify what you mentioned."
"Rectify? I don't think that's necessary."
Su Ci crossed her arms, her eyes full of playfulness as she watched Li Changwei's restrained appearance. Then, she said with feigned earnestness:
"Director Li, in the current market, there aren't many orphans left on the streets."
Look at the current Qingshan Welfare Institute. How many children are there? And how much land does it occupy? In reality, less than a third of the area is actually usable, right?
With such a large piece of land sitting here, isn't it just a waste of land resources? Don't you agree?"
"But if it's torn down, what will happen to these children..."
Li Changwei still hadn't given up, attempting to use those dozen or so children to gain a bit of Su Ci's meager sympathy.
"Isn't there compensation for demolition? I'll offer the market price, about 250 million. You can build a smaller Orphanage then..."
Su Ci's voice carried a seductive power.
250 million—ordinary people probably couldn't earn that much in a hundred lifetimes, could they?
Li Changwei's heart skipped a beat for a moment. When he realized what he was thinking, he wanted to slap himself immediately to wake up.
Damn, he almost got led astray by Su Ci.
The benefits Qingshan Welfare Institute brought him were far more than 250 million.
Furthermore, if the secrets buried here were unearthed during the demolition, even ten lives wouldn't be enough to pay the price.
Su Ci's words had blocked all his paths forward and backward, leaving him speechless.
Su Ci was in no hurry to get Li Changwei's answer; her gaze drifted toward Lin Xiaoxiao.
Lin Xiaoxiao's bright, darting eyes were filled with admiration as she stared at her without blinking.
Qin Shiyao also noticed this and couldn't help but shake her head, thinking to herself:
"Silly girl, we're talking about whether to tear down your home, and yet you're full of admiration."
Su Ci nodded in agreement with Qin Shiyao's assessment of Lin Xiaoxiao.
Lin Xiaoxiao's reaction was within her expectations. As early as when she walked into this office, she had used [Speaking Out for Justice].
With the skill [Speaking Out for Justice], Su Ci wasn't afraid at all that her words would ruin her reputation in Lin Xiaoxiao's eyes.
She didn't expect the effect to be even better than she needed.
Su Ci's gaze focused on Li Changwei once more:
"If Director Li is truly worried, as long as you agree to the demolition, we have the ability to merge Qingshan Welfare Institute with the official government orphanage. At that time, with your management experience, perhaps you could even become a department head."