For several days, everyone had been busy with their own affairs. Every Moment's "refusal to fight" had only made the other tobacco companies even more prominent.
Even the manager of Rong Sheng Gold Bank had contacted Lin Qi privately, saying that someone was still willing to buy Every Moment's tobacco business at a high price—and had given Lin Qi a very generous offer.
Many people believed Every Moment was about to collapse, including the shareholders of Light of Tomorrow Investment Company.
Some of them had already called Lin Qi, either hinting or speaking directly, asking for his thoughts on Every Moment's future.
"Bu Peien Daily" had used the bold black headline "Happiness Is Always at Every Moment" to tell the public about Every Moment's past, present, and uncertain future.
The narration was heavy, as though describing the entire process of a giant's birth, rise to glory, and then sudden collapse.
It was as tragic as an epic. No one thought highly of Every Moment—or Lin Qi, its current helmsman.
Standing behind the office's glass wall, Lin Qi looked at the bustling city outside. There was not the slightest trace of pain on his face from the outside criticism. He was perfectly calm.
On the sofa used to entertain guests sat someone no one could have expected.
Sai Weiruila. Her Head Maid was pouring her coffee.
The room was filled with a bizarre atmosphere. The Head Maid felt an inexplicable sense of anticipation. She liked watching this kind of drama. It was exciting, yet heartbreaking. What kind of sparks would these two produce when they collided?
As she savored the fragrant, sweet Flower Tea, Sai Weiruila's heart was actually far from calm.
When Lin Qi said he had slept with the mother of a... child, she had felt disgusted. She felt