Chapter 471: Let the Show Begin

Meng Chuan and his son’s eyes lit up at the words, staring at Xu Shaochen with a burning gaze.

This was their hope to live.

Only when facing death do you realize how precious life truly is.

“Why are you staring at me? The two of you should decide who gets to live and who has to die.”

Xu Shaochen smiled slightly as he looked at the two of them.

A bodyguard brought a chair over and placed it behind Xu Shaochen.

Then Xu Shaochen sat down, crossed his legs, and started to fiddle with his handgun, a playful expression on his face as he watched the father and son.

“Alright, start your performance.”

“Dad, I’m your son, your only son. I’m still young. Don’t worry. I’ll definitely carry on the Meng family business and make it flourish.”

Meng Yuan pleaded, speaking rapidly, his eyes filled with hope.

He wanted to survive, and he didn’t hide his intentions whatsoever.

In his mind, his father would surely let him live.

Meng Chuan shook his head, “I know you too well. I can’t trust you. Besides, I’m just over 40; I’m not that old.”

“Dad, what do you mean by that?” Meng Yuan asked, his face full of disbelief as he looked at Meng Chuan.

Isn’t the world supposed to be where fathers care for their sons? Shouldn’t he hand the chance to live over to me?

Meng Chuan responded with a blank expression, “I want to live.”

After all, Meng Yuan wasn’t his only son. He had several illegitimate children outside.

Letting Meng Yuan die would be a bit painful, but it was still better than dying himself.

“Dad, you can’t do this! How could you? I’m your son!”

Meng Yuan was on the verge of breaking down because he had never imagined such a situation.

Meng Chuan remained expressionless, “I know you’re my son, but I’m your father. I’ve raised you for so many years and never mistreated you. If you have even a shred of filial piety, then give me the chance to live.”

“If you’re heartless, don’t blame me for being unfilial. Why should I give it to you? My fate is my own!”

Meng Yuan roared fiercely, his face twisted in anger.

“This is quite a show. Who would’ve thought there’d be such a father and son in this world—a selfish father and an equally selfish son. It suits both of you perfectly.”

“Forget it. Either one of you living would be a disaster for the world. I might as well rid society of you two.”

As Xu Shaochen finished speaking, he raised the handgun in his hand.

“No!”

Meng Chuan and Meng Yuan’s faces contorted with fear.

Bang! Bang!

Two gunshots rang out. Blood bloomed from each of their chests, and blood began to trickle from the corners of their mouths.

“Clean up the mess and make sure no one leaves a trail.”

Xu Shaochen casually tossed the handgun away and then got up to leave.

Long Yi, Long Er, Long San, and Long Si immediately followed. Cleaning up bodies wasn’t a task meant for the four of them.

“Bring back those two brothers in Rongyang City after they recover from their injuries. I’ll take care of them for the rest of their lives.”

Xu Shaochen said to Long Yi and the others without looking back.

“Yes, Boss.”

Long Yi and the others couldn’t help but feel relieved. After all, nobody wanted to work for a heartless boss.

Xu Shaochen made a phone call to Liu Rushuang.

“I’ve dealt with the issue. You can start contacting the shareholders now and begin acquiring Shark Live.”

“Alright. Be careful out there. When the job’s done, come back soon. I miss you.”

“Bye-bye. Give me a kiss.”

A daily dose of doggie treats. No problem.

After dealing with Meng Chuan and Meng Yuan, it still wasn’t time for work.

Xu Shaochen arrived at the company five minutes before the official working hours.

“Good morning, Chairman Xu.”

“Good morning, Chairman Xu.”

On the way, employees greeted him as usual. No problem.

“Brother-in-law! Brother-in-law!”

Huh? What’s this strange thing doing here?

Xu Shaochen followed the voice and realized it was Zhao Qingfeng, the useless brother-in-law he nearly forgot existed.

“Why are you still an intern?”

Xu Shaochen’s expression changed. Why is this damned guy still at the company? What if one day he spills the beans about his relationship with Zhao Qingyu in front of Liu Rushuang?

Although the chances were slim, since Zhao Qingfeng’s position didn’t allow him to interact with Liu Rushuang.

But still, better safe than sorry.

Initially, Xu Shaochen brought this guy into the company just to get closer to his sister.

Now that he got the sister, maybe it was time to consider giving this brother-in-law a transfer and kicking him out.

“Brother-in-law, I’m already a full-time employee.”

Zhao Qingfeng replied with a resentful look. People say companies nowadays are rife with nepotism.

But here he was, the chairman’s brother-in-law, and he was treated worse than anyone—the boss bullied him, and he worked like a dog every day.

Sometimes, when he drank a bit with his colleagues, he’d mention his relationship with Xu Shaochen.

The worst part? Nobody believed him. They kept telling him to eat more and drink less, saying he was daydreaming.

“Really?” Xu Shaochen was stunned and then brushed the thought aside: “Brother-in-law, I need to bring up an issue with you.”

“Come to my office to discuss it.”

Xu Shaochen sized him up before entering the elevator. What kind of issue could this guy bring up?

Zhao Qingfeng hurried to follow.

Seeing the tall and imposing Long Yi and the others in the elevator, Zhao Qingfeng hesitated. He wanted to chat with Xu Shaochen but didn’t dare say a word.

Soon, they arrived at Xu Shaochen’s office.

“Help yourself to a drink and tell me, what’s the matter?”

Xu Shaochen said casually. He assumed Zhao Qingfeng was going to ask for a promotion and a raise.

Of course, that wouldn’t be unreasonable. After all, he was his brother-in-law, so some special treatment would be justified.

“Brother-in-law, there’s a problem in our company. Someone’s colluding with suppliers and harming the company’s interests.”

Zhao Qingfeng’s first words upon entering shocked Xu Shaochen.

“Do you have any proof? Don’t speak out carelessly if you don’t. If people hear this, it could make things difficult for you in the company.”

Although he said this, Xu Shaochen already believed him to some extent. Zhao Qingfeng wasn’t one to make baseless claims.

Seeing that Xu Shaochen didn’t believe him, Zhao Qingfeng got anxious. He rushed forward and said: “Brother-in-law, I saw it myself when I went to inspect the construction site with our manager yesterday. He even stuffed me with a red envelope, asking me not to report it. He said I’d get a share of the profits every month.”

As he spoke, Zhao Qingfeng took out two thick red envelopes from his pocket and placed them on the table.

Xu Shaochen opened them. Each envelope contained 10,000 yuan, packed tightly. It was a generous amount.

“Your manager must’ve made even more.” Xu Shaochen said with a cold expression, feeling a growing sense of anger.

As the company grew, he naturally expected similar situations to arise, like in other companies. He knew this day would come.

But now that it happened, he found it hard to suppress the fury inside.