Chapter 1578: Tit for Tat
But Wang Lishan wasn’t blinded by victory yet. Although he knew Murong Hai had captured Xiao Keyi, after all, he hadn’t seen it with his own eyes, so he felt a bit uneasy.
So he picked up his phone and called Murong Hai to confirm, since this matter was his final trump card.
Murong Hai was in the office talking to Xu Ke when he suddenly saw Wang Lishan calling him.
Since last time when he told Wang Lishan that he had captured Xiao Keyi, that old fox hadn’t called him for a long time.
Now calling him, the intention was quite obvious; it was surely about Xiao Keyi.
Last time, Murong Hai had planned to use false information to lure Wang Lishan out. But unexpectedly, that guy, so cunning, didn’t come personally.
However, the information made Wang Lishan believe it was true, which accelerated the execution of his plan.
Murong Hai gestured to Xu Ke, then picked up the phone.
"Brother Wang, is there any instruction for calling me now?" Murong Hai said with a smile.
"Brother Murong, a couple of days ago you said you captured Xiao Keyi. I wonder if he’s still with you?"
Murong Hai had already guessed that the old fox must be inquiring about Xiao Keyi, and now he estimated Xiao Keyi had become his ultimate card.
"Brother Wang, you really don’t trust in my work? How about I have my men send Xiao Keyi to you now; what do you think?"
Murong Hai’s words were crystal clear; Xiao Keyi was indeed in his hands, and if one wanted, he could come and get her anytime.
Upon receiving Murong Hai’s accurate information, Wang Lishan felt much more at ease.
As long as Xiao Keyi was in his hands, he wasn’t afraid Xu Ke would not surrender obediently.
"Murong bro, you’ve done an excellent job this time. Let’s keep Xiao Keyi with you for now, and after some time, I’ll send someone to handle it. I’ve got some matters now, so I’m hanging up." Saying this, Wang Lishan directly hung up the phone.
The conversation between Murong Hai and Wang Lishan had been entirely overheard by Xu Ke, who had long since guessed what this old fox was plotting.
Luckily, he had investigated Murong Hai in advance, or he would have fallen into this old fox’s trap.
If Xiao Keyi were in Wang Lishan’s hands, Xu Ke would really be helpless.
He wouldn’t gamble with his girlfriend’s life; if it came to that, he would most likely give up his shares.
"Ah Hai, when Wang Lishan arrives later, hide inside first, and come out when I call you."
Xu Ke decided to give Wang Lishan a big surprise; wondering what expression this guy would have upon seeing Murong Hai?
About ten minutes later, Wang Lishan arrived at Xu Ke’s office.
He showed no great respect for the President, not even bothering to knock on the door, and just walked straight in.
"President Xu, there’s something I’d like to report to you."
Wang Lishan sat directly in front of Xu Ke, clearly not taking him seriously as President.
Xu Ke raised his brow slightly, staring at the arrogant Wang Lishan.
"Isn’t this Shareholder Wang? I’ve just taken office recently, isn’t your attitude a bit too much? Before entering my office, shouldn’t you knock first? Even a three-year-old knows this, don’t you as a shareholder understand?"
Wang Lishan didn’t expect Xu Ke to immediately criticize him, leaving him somewhat caught off guard.
"Xu Ke, I only call you President out of respect for your grandfather’s sake; don’t push it. Don’t think sitting in that chair makes you the President. Let me tell you, to sit in that President’s chair, you have to have my approval."
Wang Lishan’s tone was extremely arrogant, as if he were above others.
"Your approval? I’m very curious about this. Tell me why our company should need your approval?"
Xu Ke wanted to play with Wang Lishan today, curious about how many tricks this old fox had up his sleeve.
Looking at Xu Ke’s demeanor, Wang Lishan guessed he probably didn’t know his girlfriend was in his hands.
"I’m not sure what President Xu is thinking, but lately have you seen your girlfriend? As I know, Miss Xiao is very beautiful and understanding. Good girls like her are rare nowadays."
"What do you mean by that? I haven’t seen my girlfriend these past two days."
Since he wanted to act, Xu Ke decided to play along with Wang Lishan to the end.
"We are both smart people, so let’s speak frankly. Your girlfriend Xiao Keyi is now in my hands. Recently, I helped the company secure a plot in the North Suburb. I think it’s time for you to step down from the President position. This position rightfully belongs to me, and you as a kid don’t even deserve to compete with me."
Listening to Wang Lishan’s words, Xu Ke was already laughing inside.
This guy was truly foolish, not knowing he had been kept in the dark all along.
Really curious what expression he would have once he knew the truth.
"What, my girlfriend is in your hands? What do you intend to do?" Xu Ke deliberately acted very nervous.
Seeing Xu Ke like this, Wang Lishan felt extremely pleased.
At this moment, he thought everything was under his control and he was closer to his goal.
"I won’t repeat myself. Just surrender your shares and step down from the President’s position, then naturally I’ll ensure your girlfriend is unharmed."
"Oh! You say if I surrender my shares, you’ll ensure my girlfriend is unharmed. But I’m curious, if I hand over the shares and you go back on your word, what should I do?"
Wang Lishan looked coldly at Xu Ke, never from beginning to end taking the young man seriously.
Even Xu’s elder was easily tricked; how much more his grandson?
"Don’t waste my time here; you have no choice now. Your girlfriend’s life is in my hands; if you want her to live, sign the contract quickly." Saying this, Wang Lishan directly tossed the prepared equity transfer papers onto the table.
Seeing these documents, Xu Ke chuckled and shook his head.
Looks like the old fox had everything ready, just waiting for him to sign and then securely sit in the President’s chair.
Only he never calculated that everything had already been meticulously planned and manipulated by him.