Transmigrating Before The Crazy Beauty Scum A Loses Control - Chapter 87

Those in the know are aware that tonight will not be a peaceful one for the Luan family, and indeed, the entire Jing City social circle is in for a storm.

Most of the invited guests are caught up in this whirlpool. Even if they are not directly involved in these projects, they know that the initiatives involving the Luan family’s grandfather and granddaughter have far-reaching implications across various industries.

They arrived early and finally, as night fell, they awaited the arrival of the couple.

These two radiant women emerged from the night, arriving by car and standing under the dazzling lights outside the hotel.

It was somewhat unexpected.

Previously, it was rumored that Luan Yenan was ill and had been out of contact with the outside world, leaving Zuo Baixuan to struggle alone at the company.

But now, this vibrant woman did not look like someone who had been sick, and her wife did not seem worn out either.

Photographers who managed to snap pictures wanted to approach and ask questions, but the couple’s stance was clear: no one would get any information until they were ready to speak.

The media had no choice but to step back for the time being.

A few cameramen exchanged whispers among themselves.

“Don’t you think the couple looks even more spirited than the last time we saw them?”

“It’s laughable. I had heard that Luan Yenan was on the verge of death, which was why Luan Lizheng was making desperate moves. Now it seems like all that was nonsense.”

“I’ve heard many such rumors too, like Luan Yenan faking her illness to hide and evade investigations, all sorts of mysterious tales.”

“Why is everyone so interested in the gossip of the wealthy?”

“People are fascinated by celebrity gossip, let alone the enigmatic wealthy families.”

“Well, not exactly. If it were another wealthy family, it might not be as interesting. It’s mainly because Luan Yenan has been making big moves one after another this year, making it hard not to pay attention.”

“Enough chatting, Luan Lizheng is here, quick, take the photos.”

Luan Yenan ignored the renewed commotion behind her and walked into the banquet hall with Zuo Baixuan.

Luan Muyin had arranged for one of the top hotels in Jing City for Luan Yenan.

Or rather, when selecting the venue, she aimed to match the standard set by Luan Lizheng for Luan Yecha’s welcoming party.

Although Luan Muyin prefers managing technical tasks and is not adept at political maneuvering, having managed the company under Luan Lizheng’s intense pressure for so many years, she is no pushover.

She couldn’t help much with the company’s affairs, but she made sure not to be a drag on the grand occasion.

Even the core members of “Yituan” and “Frontend” companies were arranged in a corner of the banquet hall.

As a result, the moment Luan Yenan entered the banquet hall and handed her coat to the waiter, she was completely surrounded by gazes.

The banquet hall was filled with invited guests, some familiar, some not, from Jing City and elsewhere, across various industries, all turning their heads simultaneously.

Those familiar with Luan Yenan wanted to assess her current health condition to evaluate who might win in the struggle between her and Luan Lizheng, thereby deciding whether to continue their cooperation.

Those unfamiliar with Luan Yenan were equally curious about this top-tier Alpha.

The various rumors about Luan Yenan were enough to fascinate them, and seeing her vibrant spirit and unique aura today was indeed different.

Their eyes lingered, scrutinizing her, wondering how they could gain some advantage from this young CEO.

If it weren’t for the banquet hall’s opulence, bright lights, and everyone’s elegant attire and proper behavior, one might almost think it was a scene from a horror movie.

Sensing Luan Yenan’s pause, Zuo Baixuan couldn’t help but chuckle: “What a grand scene, are you scared?”

Would Luan Yenan be scared?

She had seen all kinds of scenes; this level was not enough to scare her.

These people came for profit, and so did she.

Who could squeeze some benefit from whom would depend on their own skills.

She paused only because she hadn’t expected Luan Muyin, who was always conservative about company strategy, to make such a grand scene this time.

This puppet, oppressed by the feudal patriarch for so long, had finally brewed a bit of rebellious consciousness in her middle age.

Luan Yenan glanced at Zuo Baixuan.

Zuo Baixuan behaved as usual, standing calmly by Luan Yenan’s side.

Luan Yenan thought that Zuo Baixuan, wearing an unfamiliar dress and suddenly being watched by so many, would feel insecure and uncomfortable.

Luan Yenan’s gaze falling on Zuo Baixuan could give her goosebumps, but now she stood here steadily.

“You’re quite something, not feeling guilty at all being watched?” Luan Yenan lightly scratched Zuo Baixuan’s sweaty palm.

Zuo Baixuan smiled slightly: “A little bit, but Ah Nan, you’re the star tonight, why should I feel guilty?”

Luan Yenan curled her lips, understanding that the little white flower’s performance personality had emerged again.

“You two lovebirds, come in first if you want to be lovey-dovey, don’t block the door!” Luo Yun swayed her wine glass as she walked up.

Today’s Luo Yun was different, wearing heavy makeup at such a formal occasion.

Zhang Wanjun, who was holding Luo Yun’s arm, surprisingly did not object.

“You look very much like yourself today.” Luan Yenan commented.

Luo Yun raised her glass, happily saying: “I had a fallout with my family, all for helping you, rallying friends to support your stock price, but lost a fortune. My family wanted me to sell, I refused, and they got angry, telling me to be more pragmatic. In a moment of frustration, I just stormed out.”

Luan Yenan remained silent.

Luo Yun, finding amusement in her own situation, truly reached the pinnacle of being a jokester.

But Luo Yun added: “You don’t need to be too moved, it’s not entirely for you, just in that moment, I suddenly didn’t want to be under the elders’ control anymore, had a moment of willfulness. Let me breathe some fresh air of freedom for a while. If you fail, I’ll humbly go back and apologize.”

This probably resonated with Luan Muyin’s feelings.

Both were second-generation rich raised by their families.

Living their lives according to the elders’ plans.

Even as outstanding individuals among the rich second generation, they had made too many concessions for so-called “family honor.”

The seemingly glorious wealth and honor were exchanged for freedom.

But there’s no need for sympathy.

The resources they obtained in exchange for their freedom far exceed what ordinary people get in overtime pay for their freedom.

So Luo Yun didn’t beat around the bush, directly expressing her current situation—standing to enjoy freedom, but ready to kneel and return at any moment.

Whether she really has to kneel depends on how Luan Yenan, who is in the same boat, performs.

“Then you won’t have the chance to humble yourself.” Luan Yenan said.

Luo Yun looked at Luan Yenan, feeling both envy and admiration.

Luan Yenan is indeed different from all the other rich second generation; this confidence to stand against everything on her own is not something a caged bird raised in captivity could have.

Luo Yun just felt exhilarated.

Just being in the same camp as Luan Yenan made her feel like she was breathing fresh air.

“So confident, isn’t that a bit disrespectful to your grandfather?” Luo Yun laughed.

“Respect shouldn’t be given by me, right, Grandpa?” Luan Yenan turned around.

She saw Luan Lizheng being supported by Luan Yecha, walking over with a cane.

The conversation between Luan Yenan and Luo Yun wasn’t quiet, and Luan Lizheng, in good health and not hard of hearing, heard everything clearly as he walked over.

He wasn’t angry; instead, he laughed at the girl’s confidence. He was eager to see her expression when he, having secretly acquired a large number of shares in “Yituan” stood before her as a shareholder.

“You’re right, respect has to be earned by oneself, not given by others, nor by the shelter of the family.” Luan Lizheng said, glaring at Luo Yun.

Luo Yun couldn’t match the old man’s imposing manner and stepped back to avoid his sharp gaze.

Not only was she afraid of Luan Lizheng.

Even her family was afraid; now it’s widely known in the Jing City circle that “Frontend” has easily returned to Luan Lizheng’s hands. Otherwise, her family wouldn’t have been so eager to make her back off.

Luan Yenan didn’t care, leading Zuo Baixuan to the center of the banquet hall first.

Passing by Si Ruxin, Si Ruxin proactively raised her glass in greeting.

She was, as always, wearing a high-slit cheongsam. Surrounded by many people, she only smiled politely.

Until she saw the Luan-Zuo couple appear, her expression became somewhat more lively.

This time, her gaze wasn’t even on Luan Yenan, but rather pleasantly surprised by Zuo Baixuan’s attire.

Zuo Baixuan felt the gaze and nodded in acknowledgment.

Now, her relationship with Si Ruxin was more of a partnership.

And Si Ruxin was a very good partner.

Even in just the past three days of contact, she could feel that this S-class Omega was also dissatisfied with fate and showed great ambition in her career.

“Luan Yenan, you should feel a bit of a crisis. After spending a few days with your wife, I find her more interesting than you.” Si Ruxin smiled charmingly, as if trying to seduce Zuo Baixuan away.

Hearing the compliment, Zuo Baixuan took a glass from a nearby waiter, politely acknowledged, clinked glasses with Si Ruxin, and took a small sip.

Si Ruxin smiled broadly; her past admiration for Luan Yenan didn’t hinder her current appreciation for Zuo Baixuan.

From her perspective.

Luan Yenan had the shelter of the Luan family, grew up in privilege, and was influenced by her surroundings. She was cultivated by the Luan family at great expense.

While Zuo Baixuan had no one to rely on, achieved her current status entirely through her own efforts.

Comparatively, Zuo Baixuan was indeed more impressive.

Luan Yenan didn’t argue, just hooked Zuo Baixuan’s chin.

Zuo Baixuan was forced to turn her gaze back, simultaneously noticing that Luan Yenan’s grip on her had tightened considerably.

“I agree.” Luan Yenan said, lowering her head to gently kiss her wife, and stealing the red wine from her mouth before she could swallow it, “Drink less, have you forgotten you can’t hold your liquor?”

Zuo Baixuan was caught off guard by the kiss and even more startled by the act of having the wine sucked away, her limbs going soft.

With a coquettish look in her eyes, she pushed Luan Yenan away: “So many people are watching!”

“Let whoever wants to watch, watch.” Luan Yenan was unyielding, not even glancing around, but staring intently at Zuo Baixuan, not at all feeling that her greedy look in public was beneath her dignity.

Si Ruxin, with a mouthful of wine, choked and coughed uncontrollably.

Is this the treatment gap for singles?

Their wine is for flirting, mine is for choking.

“I really can’t with you.” Si Ruxin held her forehead, “I was just teasing you, was it necessary to stab back like that?”

If there were a vote for “who’s the best at feeding dog food.” Si Ruxin would definitely vote for this couple.

Luan Yenan smiled generously, after declaring her sovereignty, she pulled Zuo Baixuan to continue walking, just at a faster pace.

“Ah Nan, what’s wrong?” Zuo Baixuan, her face still flushed, leaned against Luan Yenan’s side and asked.

Luan Yenan whispered in response: “I regret it a bit.”

“Regret what?”

“Regret letting you wear this outfit out.” Luan Yenan pinched Zuo Baixuan’s earlobe, inappropriately giving it a squeeze.

Zuo Baixuan momentarily worried that this person might suddenly have some strange intentions here, quickly grabbing her hand: “What are you doing, you said I could wear whatever I want, and now you’re regretting it so soon, wanting to restrict my freedom?”

Seeing that Luan Yenan didn’t let go.

Amidst the crowd’s gaze, Luan Yenan showed no awareness of being the center of the banquet.

Zuo Baixuan bit her lip lightly and said, “How about I only wear this for you in the future? Can you focus on dealing with them for now?”

Luan Yenan’s expression remained unchanged as she adjusted Zuo Baixuan’s ear clip before slowly letting go.

She walked towards Luan Muyin and Luan Xing.

Luan Muyin first glanced at Luan Lizheng, who was slowly approaching from a distance, and asked Luan Yenan, “Did you arrive with your grandfather? Did he give you a hard time?”

“No, we just arrived one after the other.”

Luan Xing examined Luan Yenan, who had regained her energetic demeanor. She looked gratefully at Zuo Baixuan.

Zuo Baixuan, feeling embarrassed, lowered her head and smiled shyly. It was hard for her to remain natural in front of her all-seeing mother-in-law.

“I’ve also invited your employees; they’re over there. Do you have anything you need to tell them?” Luan Muyin, reassured by Luan Yenan’s condition, asked after a sigh of relief.

Luan Yenan turned around.

Chen Huanyu stood in an inconspicuous spot, but Jiang Lingdan’s frantic waving made it the center of attention.

Luan Yenan glanced at Chen Huanyu.

Chen Huanyu, hiding in her hood, secretly tugged at Jiang Lingdan’s sleeve.

Jiang Lingdan then smiled at the Luan-Zuo couple, stopped her actions, and stood still.

“I’ll address the public directly.” Luan Yenan said to Luan Muyin, then looked at Zuo Baixuan and let go of her hand.

Zuo Baixuan naturally stood beside Luan Xing, watching Luan Yenan’s back, exuding an invincible aura.

The sound of high heels on the wooden platform in the center of the banquet hall clicked like a new black hole, absorbing all surrounding noise.

The media, catching wind, gathered below the platform.

Though the platform was only a palm’s height, Luan Yenan’s presence was so imposing that the media took a step back to withstand it.

Luan Lizheng also approached, looking at Luan Yenan on the stage with admiration.

What a promising seedling, but alas, if only she were as obedient as in her childhood.

Luan Yenan turned on the microphone: “Thank you all for taking the time to attend my celebration of discharge from the hospital. I know everyone is concerned about what has happened recently. Regarding the scandal in the cooperation between ‘Yituan’ and ‘Guowei’ Group, you must have seen the news reports. I regret the failure of the cooperation due to the report against ‘Ji Liangquan’.

“But as a law-abiding taxpayer, I have an obligation to report criminals. Discovering and reporting after signing the contract was unavoidable.”

“I heard that your hospitalization was due to poisoning by ‘Ji Liangquan’ is that true?” a reporter asked.

Although there was no Q&A session planned, Luan Yenan didn’t mind answering this question: “Everything is subject to the police report; I did accuse him of poisoning and attempted murder.”

The media exchanged glances and whispered among themselves.

The police report was vague about many details needing investigation and did not mention this incident. This statement from Luan Yenan was already the first bombshell of the day.

Luan Yenan continued: “But today, the more important thing is to apologize to the investors. Due to this incident, the company delayed the ‘Smart Life’ project, and the stock price was severely hit. Therefore, the company will use 10% of its available funds to buy back shares and promises that 50% of all profits, after deducting development costs, will be used for buybacks over the next five years.

“The above will be formally announced in writing within two days, and until the buyback is completed, I will suspend my position as CEO of ‘Yituan’, return to my professorship, teach at my alma mater, and also seriously pursue further studies.”

Real money would be used to buy back shares from the stock pool.

Considering how much ‘Yituan’s stock price had risen since its IPO, the recent drop was just a drizzle.

Adding the suspension of the CEO position as a bargaining chip.

Although these words were just rhetoric—after all, even if she really resigned, the company would still be hers—this action showed her determination. Everyone was shocked by Luan Yenan’s drastic measures to stabilize investor confidence and save the stock price.

Only Luan Lizheng chuckled softly, thinking Luan Yenan was too young.

Luan Lizheng believed that Luan Yenan’s actions could indeed effectively counter people like Qin Yuancheng who deliberately shorted ‘Yituan’s stock price. However, it couldn’t stop his secret acquisitions; it would just raise the price a bit, which he didn’t mind. At most, in half a month, he could gather the scattered chips.

Luan Lizheng turned and left.

“Ah? Grandpa, cousin she…” Luan Yecha hurriedly followed.

Luan Lizheng looked at Luan Yecha.

This kid, faced with such a situation, probably couldn’t even think of a way to stabilize the stock price.

Luan Lizheng shook his head: “I have my plans.”

“Oh… Let me help you, Grandpa!” Luan Yecha could only shrink his neck and follow.

Luan Yenan was surrounded by the media asking many questions, and in the gaps, she saw Luan Lizheng’s departing back.

She smiled.

Finding it uninteresting now?

That’s right, because the interesting part is yet to come.

After dealing with the media, Luan Yenan walked towards Luo Yun.

Luo Yun, as if having glimpsed a secret, excitedly rubbed her hands: “Are you planning to use the money from selling ‘Blockcoin’ to buy back shares?”

“Of course not, that’s my personal funds.”

“…” Luo Yun looked at Luan Yenan with a “shrewd merchant” expression, as a form of criticism.

Luan Yenan then said: “But part of that money is intended for you.”

“Ah? Have you had a change of heart, not treating me as a big fool anymore?” Luo Yun was surprised.

Luan Yenan didn’t respond to the quip and continued: “I heard you’ve set up several factories to design components to support investment projects.”

“Correct, since Professor Chen recommended that project group mainly dealing with specific electronic devices, having factories is more convenient.” Luo Yun saw no reason to hide it.

“Sell the factories to me.” Luan Yenan said.

“…”

So, still a big fool.

Luo Yun held back her curses and asked: “What do you need factories for? Even without the Qin family and being intercepted by Mr. Luan, wanting to do ‘Smart Life’ yourself, what good is acquiring my factories? You might as well buy some established small companies.”

“Not interested in making money?” Luan Yenan had no intention of explaining to Luo Yun.

Luo Yun said fiercely: “Make money, make your money, save you always taking money from me!”

“Then, are you ready to invest in my factories?” Luan Yenan asked again.

“Damn it!” This time Luo Yun really couldn’t hold back.

In two sentences, it became her factories, and she even had to pay for them.

Luan Yenan, are you a robber?

Luan Yenan’s face clearly said, “Yes.”

With so much money from selling ‘Blockcoin’, look how stingy you are!

“Invest!” Luo Yun, full of resentment, ultimately boarded Luan Yenan’s pirate ship.

…

“Tsk tsk, Little Zuo, should I call you President Zuo now? Your Luan is really something, giving up the CEO position just like that.” Jiang Lingdan teased Zuo Baixuan.

“President Zuo, please take care of us in the future!” Kan Yanghui also joined in, even raising a glass to toast.

“Not so happy, are we?” Luan Yenan suddenly appeared behind Zuo Baixuan, took the glass from her hand, and clinked it with Kan Yanghui’s.

“Luan… President Luan… cough…” Kan Yanghui almost spat out the wine in his mouth, propped himself up, and looked up.

Only to see Luan Yenan looking down, her eyes cold.

The pressure was really too much!

Kan Yanghui quickly excused himself and fled back to the crowd of colleagues, seeking the warmth he had lost.

Zuo Baixuan turned to look at Luan Yenan, couldn’t help but laugh, why does this person always have such a big grudge against Kan Yanghui?

She gently patted Luan Yenan’s back: “Did you drink too much during the socializing? Let me take you to the restroom to wash your face.”

Luan Yenan’s gaze shifted from Kan Yanghui’s fleeing back to Zuo Baixuan: “Hmm.”

Zuo Baixuan looked at Jiang Lingdan: “I’ll take her away for a bit then.”

“Don’t come back.” Jiang Lingdan said with a mischievous smile.

Zuo Baixuan rolled her eyes.

Jiang Lingdan stuck out her tongue.

Chen Huanyu came over and whispered: “Can we not come back either?”

Jiang Lingdan thought Chen Huanyu’s social anxiety was acting up again, eager to leave, but upon turning, she saw Chen Huanyu’s face was red, unable to hide anything.

Jiang Lingdan pinched her chin: “Say it louder if you dare.”

Chen Huanyu’s voice grew smaller: “I don’t dare…”

“Then I’m not leaving!” Jiang Lingdan pinched Chen Huanyu’s ear again.

Chen Huanyu, shy and burning all over, tears in her eyes, looked very easy to bully.

Jiang Lingdan knew she could only bully Chen Huanyu like this in public.

Because when they were alone, Chen Huanyu would upgrade to an ultimate version, like a software update, and retaliate fully.

Thinking this, the force pinching Chen Huanyu’s soft ear increased a bit.

…

Taking Luan Yenan to the restroom to wash her face, Zuo Baixuan stood by the sink and couldn’t help but laugh: “I really don’t understand why you’re so jealous?”

“Is it obvious?”

“Super obvious, it was just Kan Yanghui flattering me a bit.” Zuo Baixuan wet the handkerchief, wrung it semi-dry, and placed it on Luan Yenan’s face.

Luan Yenan grabbed Zuo Baixuan’s hand, one eye peeking out from behind the handkerchief, full of possessive seriousness: “He kept staring at you. If he can’t control his eyes in the future, I’ll ruin…”

“We’re a society ruled by law, we must be law-abiding citizens.” Zuo Baixuan, staring into Luan Yenan’s serious eyes, still found it funny.

“I’ll fire him.” Luan Yenan corrected.

“Is it really that exaggerated? He just casually complimented me. Lingdan even spun me around several times, she said the blooming petals looked super beautiful. I told her you designed it.” Zuo Baixuan smiled, her eyes curving, dimples deep, as if showing off.

Bang—

Luan Yenan pressed Zuo Baixuan against the door of the accessible restroom.

“Then I’ll have to be jealous of Jiang Lingdan too.” Luan Yenan said, opening the door to the accessible restroom, engaging in unscrupulous business practices, “You have to compensate me.”

“Hey!”

Zuo Baixuan was spun around by Luan Yenan’s arm around her waist.

The skirt’s petals bloomed.

Luan Yenan locked the door and kissed her.