Chapter 1073: Luring the Snake Out of the Den

Zhang Yuan was wanted.

In modern society, committing a crime makes it hard to hide from surveillance.

Besides, Zhang Yuan wasn’t trying to hide anything.

His mindset was living one day at a time, ignoring everything.

Getting caught was only a matter of time.

Xu Shaochen didn’t worry as Zhang Yuan’s actions wouldn’t affect him.

Zhang Yuan was just a tool for him, and his fate was of no concern.

That’s why he chose a stranger, to avoid attachment.

Gossip about Xu Shaochen, Lin Wei, and Ye Ling was spreading wildly.

But after Lin Jin died.

All the gossip suddenly disappeared.

Someone was being cautious.

Everyone knew Lin Jin’s death clearly involved Lin Wei.

Many suspected Lin Wei.

Lin Wei gained the most from Lin Jin’s death.

Lin Wei had a close relationship with Xu Shaochen, even taking care of his wife.

Who would dare gossip after that?

Nobody, as Lin Jin’s fate served as a warning.

Two days later.

At Lin Jin’s funeral.

“My condolences, Mr. Lin.”

“My condolences…”

Many attended the funeral, forming a continuous stream of people.

“Mr. Xu has arrived—”

A loud voice called out, prompting everyone to step aside.

Lin Hao’s body shook briefly before he regained composure.

Under everyone’s gaze, Xu Shaochen in a black suit with Zhou Suxian in a black dress approached.

“Hello, Mr. Xu.”

“Hello, Mr. Xu.”

Everyone greeted him warmly, smiling.

These smiles felt inappropriate in such a setting.

“Mr. Lin, the news shocked me. Lin Jin’s image still feels fresh. My condolences, the culprit will be caught soon.”

Facing Lin Hao, Xu Shaochen sighed heavily.

“Thank you for coming, Mr. Xu. Jin’er would feel honored,” Lin Hao suppressed his anger respectfully.

To him.

Regardless of what Lin Jin did to Xu Shaochen.

Xu Shaochen killed his son, creating a deep-seated hatred.

After all, people are selfish, prioritizing family over reason.

Xu Shaochen only made an appearance, then left quickly.

In the afternoon.

In a teahouse’s private room.

Xu Shaochen and Lin Wei sat across from each other.

“Have you finished handling your brother’s funeral?”

Xu Shaochen broke the silence.

Lin Wei nodded: “Thank you for your concern, Mr. Xu. Everything’s settled.”

“I’m disappointed. Without your brother’s death, it would be hard to control the situation.”

Xu Shaochen spoke coldly, his attitude drastically changed.

Lin Wei sat up straight, bowing: “I failed you, Mr. Xu. Please punish me.”

Xu Shaochen had tasked him to control the situation.

But he failed, letting it spiral out of control.

Otherwise, Lin Jin’s death would still be a topic.

“Do you know who killed your brother?”

Xu Shaochen asked.

“It was…” Lin Wei started to speak but quickly corrected, “It was me.”

“It has to be you, as others will believe it.”

Satisfied, Xu Shaochen nodded, sipping his tea.

“Take control of the Lin family soon. You know your father dislikes me. I won’t support a company opposed to me.”

Lin Hao hid well, but Xu Shaochen sensed his resentment.

“Yes, Mr. Xu, don’t worry.”

Lin Wei nodded, finding it easy.

As he was the sole heir of the Lin family.

The more involved he became in the company, the more his father should feel relieved.

Lin family’s growth depended on Xu Shaochen’s support.

So for the Lin family, he urged his father to retire early.

Indeed, a filial son.

“That’s it. Don’t contact me until you become the chairman of Lin Group.”

Checking his watch, Xu Shaochen left after speaking.

“Take care, Mr. Xu.”

Lin Wei got up to see him off respectfully.

Though his status rose, his standing with Xu Shaochen declined.

Because Xu Shaochen had helped him achieve everything, he relied on Xu Shaochen.

Leaving the teahouse.

Xu Shaochen called Paradise Island’s “Number One” after getting in the car: “The weather is nice today. Let’s begin.”

“Yes, Boss.”

Xu Shaochen hung up, closing his eyes, awaiting the outcome.

He planned to lure Tianqing into the open.

Paradise Island was recently attacked, making it unsafe.

For safety, he disguised the transfer of genetic serum tech and researchers via ship under the guise of personnel transport.

That was the bait for Tianqing.

The ship actually carried nothing.

Once Tianqing attacked the bait ship.

They would get captured.

Only crucial Tianqing operatives would be entrusted with such a mission.

They’d capture high-ranking Tianqing members for information.

The plan was simple.

Xu Shaochen was confident Tianqing would take the bait.

As they couldn’t confirm if the ship carried core tech.

If it did, missing the chance would be costly.

Having learned the serum tech was on Paradise Island, they couldn’t afford its transfer.

Tianqing couldn’t take the risk of not intercepting it.

……

Paradise Island waters.

A ship full of security personnel sailed out.

The sea was foggy, with very low visibility.

Perfect for an ambush at sea.

That was why Xu Shaochen executed the plan today.