Chapter 36

Listen, listen, listen (Additional update, climbing the charts, don't be stingy with the flowers you have. [Text by .Com])

Xiao Sheng drove out of the garden in full bloom, occasionally glancing at Chen Shuyuan in the back seat through the rearview mirror. She had been staring at him with a venomous gaze. What was originally a casual joke had unexpectedly caused such a strong reaction. Throughout the journey, Xiao Sheng, sitting in the front, felt a chill down his spine.

Fortunately, Dai Muxue managed to shift Chen Shuyuan's focus after handing over the work summary, which helped to normalize the atmosphere in the car. Chen Shuyuan, holding the file, raised her head slowly, her voice slightly cold, and asked:

"Is Chengran International really cutting the price of their properties so much? I remember they paid a hefty price for the land in the northern part of the city. At this price, they are practically selling at a loss."

"That's true. According to the engineering department's assessment, excluding the land cost and construction expenses, they are losing nearly five million yuan on this project," Dai Muxue reported. Chen Shuyuan's frown deepened. Chengran International was one of the pillar enterprises in Gangcheng, primarily engaged in overseas trade. In recent years, with the rise of the real estate market, Chengran International ventured into the property sector, albeit as a latecomer. Despite having substantial capital, they were no match for Huaxin, a major player in the real estate industry.

However, with the government's regulation of housing prices and the tightening of credit by major banks, real estate developers are now finding it increasingly difficult to operate. Within the industry, everyone maintains a tacit agreement not to lower prices. While offering high discounts and returns to customers is allowed, housing prices have generally remained stable within a reasonable range. However, Chengran International's public price cut, and the latest news of additional discounts, has made the already challenging real estate market even more constricted. Their price cut will directly shake the foundations of the real estate industry in Gangcheng, with Huaxin Group, the leading real estate company, being the first to suffer.

Many of Huaxin Group's land acquisitions were made when the market was booming, at costs several times higher than today. Chengran International's price cut will inevitably trigger a chain reaction, causing smaller and medium-sized real estate developers to follow suit to recoup their funds. At that point, even if Huaxin Group's buildings are perfect, from an economic and practical standpoint, the public will undoubtedly choose the relatively cheaper options. Huaxin is already facing a shortage of funds, and this situation will only make things worse.

The atmosphere in the car was extremely heavy, and no one spoke until the black Mercedes entered the underground parking lot of the Huaxin Building. Dai Muxue immediately opened the car door for Chen Shuyuan, who, with a gloomy expression, quickly walked towards the private elevator in her high heels, 'click, click.' Xiao Sheng, who followed closely behind, put aside his usual carefree attitude, deep in thought.

Not long after Chen Shuyuan's car parked in the lot, a silver-gray Mercedes of the same model entered the parking lot. The person who got out was none other than Liu Hanming, who had been humiliated by Xiao Sheng the previous day. Beside him was a rather alluring assistant, and behind him was a towering, gorilla-like man.

"President Chen, what a coincidence to run into you here," Liu Hanming said, following closely behind like a persistent fly, which was quite nauseating. Although Chen Shuyuan is the executive chairman of Huaxin, there was no hint of respect in Liu Hanming's tone. His exaggerated smile was more like that of a young man trying to strike up a conversation.

Out of politeness, Chen Shuyuan gave him a professional smile but did not speak. One thing Liu Hanming had that Xiao Sheng admired was his persistence. Despite Chen Shuyuan's indifference, he continued to press on, but his next words had a different tone.

"President Chen, Chengran International has already announced that they will be cutting the price of the property in the northern part of the city. The entire industry is in a state of panic. Several shareholders have been calling my father non-stop, seeking strategies to deal with the situation. Fortunately, my father had the foresight to propose a business transformation a few years ago. Huaxin has been involved in the pharmaceutical industry, which has saved us from the current dilemma!" As he spoke, Liu Hanming's expression was extremely exaggerated, and he gestured wildly. The underlying meaning of his words was clear—he was indirectly putting pressure on Chen Shuyuan.

When Chen Shuyuan took over Huaxin, following Liu Jiming's suggestion, the company began to transform its business, first entering the pharmaceutical industry. With the increasing pace of life, the health supplement market became a lucrative sector. Liu Jiming's timely business transformation coincided with this trend, and it was this correct decision that gave him the confidence to stand tall in front of the shareholders. Over the past few years, Huaxin Pharmaceuticals has indeed made substantial profits for them, a fact that everyone could see. However, since Chen Shuyuan took over, Huaxin's overall profits have not only failed to increase but have also declined, which has naturally raised concerns among the shareholders. If it weren't for the lingering influence of her mother and her father's control of the shares, there might have been a "palace coup" within Huaxin.

Liu Hanming's words indeed put Chen Shuyuan in a difficult position. As the first leader of Huaxin, the fact that the shareholders first contacted Liu Jiming when such issues arose indicated that she was not well-regarded. The reality was that Huaxin, under Chen Shuyuan's leadership, was facing both internal and external challenges. Internally, Liu Jiming was constantly pressuring her, and externally, the impact of Chengran International and the broader market environment was significant. The pressure on a woman in such a position was unimaginable.

"Ha..." Just as Chen Shuyuan was extremely embarrassed and at a loss for words, Xiao Sheng, standing behind her, suddenly burst out laughing. His laughter instantly dispelled the oppressive atmosphere Liu Hanming had created.

Liu Hanming turned around angrily and glared at Xiao Sheng, saying in a very arrogant tone:

"Rude! Hasn't your master taught you how to behave in such a situation?"

In response to Liu Hanming's "mockery," Xiao Sheng, adjusting his collar, openly leaned towards Dai Muxue, causing her to lean back in fear. Chen Shuyuan, standing in front, also frowned.

"Sister Dai, did you hear a dog barking?" Instantly, the atmosphere became tense due to Xiao Sheng's words. "Dog barking"? Hearing this term, Liu Hanming's pale face turned red with anger, his expression twisted, and he roared:

"Get rid of him..."

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