OBS Chapter 168 Financial Crisis
Chapter 168 Financial Crisis
Lin Chuyue sat in the chairman's office, her fingers lightly tapping the table, with a thick financial statement in front of her.
“The whistleblower letter has been sent to the tax bureau, and someone will come to investigate by this afternoon at the latest.” Gu Yanchuan stood opposite her, his tone calm. “I have arranged for people to cooperate fully, but the problem is that such unfounded accusations will still have a great impact on the company’s image.”
Lin Chuyue's gaze was sharp as she flipped through the documents, and she said in a cold voice, "Shen Fang's plan is very simple: to disrupt our business rhythm through external pressure. Even if there are no substantial problems in this financial audit, she can still use it to create public opinion."
“She intends to combine public opinion and capital to the extreme.” Gu Yanchuan’s tone was low, a deep meaning flashing in his eyes. “But she underestimated one thing—she moved too fast.”
Lin Chuyue looked up at him and asked softly, "What do you mean?"
“As long as we can uncover the problems with her funding chain during the investigation and expose them in advance, the tax authorities will find that the whistleblower letter is not credible at all, and will instead trace the source of the whistleblower.” Gu Yanchuan’s lips curled up slightly. “At that time, she will go from hunter to prey.”
Prepare for a counterattack
Lin Chuyue nodded: "In that case, let's switch from defense to offense. Zhan Chuan's funding plan is almost ready. He sent a message last night saying that several banks are willing to cooperate."
Gu Yanchuan raised an eyebrow upon hearing this: "He's quick enough."
Lin Chuyue smiled and said, "Don't you trust Zhan Chuan to handle things?"
As the two were talking, there was a knock on the door, and Li Gang walked in from outside. He looked slightly tired, but his tone was firm: "President Lin, the finance department has completed all internal reviews and confirmed that the accounts are correct. In addition, we have also reviewed all contracts related to external cooperation and found no obvious loopholes."
"Very good." Lin Chuyue showed a satisfied expression. "President Li, we will fully cooperate with the tax authorities to make internal data transparent, as open and concise as possible, and reduce the space for outside speculation."
"Understood, I'll go arrange it right away." Li Gang nodded and left.
Shen Fang's reaction
Meanwhile, Shen Fang sat in a secluded conference room, where her assistant was reporting the latest developments.
“There are no signs of chaos within Lin Chuyue’s company. Their finance team has reacted very quickly and has even begun to actively cooperate with the tax authorities’ investigation,” the assistant said in a low voice. “It seems that they have not been affected by the whistleblower letter.”
Shen Fang sneered, picked up her coffee and took a sip: "It was expected that the finance department would react quickly, but the focus of this report is not the accounting issues, but rather the creation of public pressure."
She looked at her assistant and said in a low voice, "Contact the media immediately and send out our second wave of press releases. Focus on the keywords 'reported financial problems and public doubts about the company's credibility'."
The assistant nodded and quickly left the conference room.
Shen Fang leaned back in her chair, her eyes cold: "Lin Chuyue, even the cleanest company can't withstand repeated disruptions. Once the outside world's trust crumbles, even if you're innocent, you'll lose everything."
Li Zhanchuan's plan
Meanwhile, Li Zhanchuan was having a meeting with several senior executives from partner banks.
"Everyone, this collaboration is not only about commercial interests, but also a strategic opportunity." Li Zhanchuan pointed to a data analysis on the screen, his tone steady and powerful. "Although Shen Fang has strong capital sources, her cash flow is very fragile. We only need to apply pressure at key points to collapse her entire plan."
A senior executive asked with a hint of doubt, "Mr. Li, how can you be so sure that we will definitely break through these key points in the funding chain?"
“Because her plans were too hasty and her cash flow was too frequent,” Li Zhanchuan answered confidently. “Once her investors sensed the risks, they would prioritize self-preservation rather than continue supporting her.”
The executives exchanged glances and nodded in agreement.
"Very good, then proceed according to plan." After the meeting, Li Zhanchuan sent a message to Lin Chuyue: "All preparations are complete, and we can launch a counterattack at any time."
Warmth in the midst of crisis
At night, Lin Chuyue was working overtime in her office to organize plans, while it was already pitch black outside the window.
Li Zhanchuan pushed open the door and entered, carrying a delicately made bento box in his hand.
"You forgot to eat again, didn't you?" He placed the lunchbox on the table, his eyes filled with a hint of reproach.
Lin Chuyue looked up, paused for a moment, then smiled: "How did you know I didn't eat?"
“You’ve emptied your coffee cup three times already. How long do you plan to keep going if I don’t come?” Li Zhanchuan opened the lunchbox directly. “Eat something. Don’t exhaust yourself.”
Lin Chuyue sighed softly and picked up her chopsticks: "Thank you, Zhanchuan. I've been so busy lately that I've forgotten to take care of myself."
Li Zhanchuan sat opposite her, looking at her earnestly: "Chuyue, this is not your responsibility to bear alone. I promised you that I would face everything with you."
Lin Chuyue felt a warmth in her heart, looked up at him, and her eyes softened: "I know. Actually, it's because you're here that I dare to work so hard."
Li Zhanchuan chuckled: "Then be obedient and don't make me worry anymore."
In the office at night, the tacit and warm atmosphere between the two made the tense struggle seem less cruel.