Chapter 29: The Despicable Duo

Lin Feng and Liu Yingying exchanged a sly smile.

"Mr. Lin, you need to be clear. Although both 'Lin Entertainment Co., Ltd.' and 'Chu Feng Internet City' are under your name, they are two completely different companies. You cannot mix them up. You cannot sacrifice the interests of one company for the benefit of another. This will be meaningless for your future development," Liu Yingying scolded Lin Feng without any courtesy.

"Brother, what's going on?" Chu Zhixuan immediately looked tense upon hearing that it involved Chu Feng Internet City, not knowing what had happened.

"Brother, it's nothing, don't worry too much," Lin Feng put on a full act, sighed deeply, and tried to reassure Chu Zhixuan to ease his mind.

But human nature is such that the more you want him to relax, the more he cannot relax.

"Brother, we've been cooperating for more than four months. If there's something, just say it. I'm not an unreasonable person," Chu Zhixuan couldn't help but be anxious. Now, with Chu Feng Internet City's business booming and money flowing in like the Yangtze River, any problem or dispute would be a disaster.

Seeing Chu Zhixuan's anxious expression, Lin Feng and Liu Yingying exchanged a hidden, mischievous smile.

"Brother, it's like this. Liu Yingying believes that the four 'Killer Bars' I opened, which provide free services only to Chu Feng Internet City members, while all expenses are borne by my Lin Entertainment Co., Ltd., will lead to my business being unable to expand," Lin Feng said helplessly.

"This..." Chu Zhixuan knew that since Lin Feng introduced the 'Killer Game,' the number of Chu Feng Internet City members had surged, with over a thousand new members in just a few days, making Chu Feng Internet City the most popular place in the entire Lantian Special Zone.

If the 'Killer Bars' were to become paid services, it would definitely be a blow to Chu Feng Internet City's business. Although it wouldn't affect the fundamentals, it would be a significant concern for Chu Zhixuan, who was already used to the high popularity.

"Mr. Lin, here are the data for the new members over the past 10 days. If this continues, not only will your 'Lin Entertainment Co., Ltd.' go bankrupt, but the interests of 'Chu Feng Internet City' will also be affected," Liu Yingying took out a stack of papers from a folder.

Lin Feng casually flipped through them and handed them to Chu Zhixuan.

Chu Zhixuan's face turned stiff after reading them.

The papers recorded the new members and their account balances since Lin Feng introduced the 'Killer Game.' It clearly showed that over the past 10 days, 1,523 new members had joined, but 1,320 of them still had a balance of 50 yuan, which was the requirement to become a Chu Feng Internet City member.

This indicated that the recent surge in members was mainly due to the 'Killer Game,' and the expected increase in consumption at Chu Feng Internet City had not materialized.

"Also, the four 'Killer Bars' require four referees, each earning 800 yuan per month, totaling 3,200 yuan; one waiter, earning 600 yuan per month, totaling 2,400 yuan; plus rent and utilities, the total monthly expenses amount to 7,400 yuan," Liu Yingying took out a pre-calculated bill from the folder.

Chu Zhixuan broke out in a cold sweat. He hadn't realized the 'Killer Bars' would have so many expenses.

"This is just for the new members over the past 10 days. If this continues, the number of members will increase even more, and it will not only fail to boost the profits of 'Chu Feng Internet City' but will also hinder its development. Therefore, it must be made a paid service," Liu Yingying said, leaving Chu Zhixuan speechless. The data was clear, and there was no room for argument.

"Brother, why don't we just make it a paid service?" Chu Zhixuan suggested.

"Ha ha, Brother, no need. If we make it a paid service now, it will have a severe impact on Chu Feng Internet City's business. People who are used to free services will protest if we start charging," Lin Feng shook his head, rejecting the suggestion.

"This... This is so embarrassing." Chu Zhixuan felt uneasy. After all, they were partners, and although Lin Feng held the majority shares, all the losses were borne by Lin Feng alone, making Chu Zhixuan feel ashamed.

Although Chu Zhixuan repeatedly suggested that they share the costs according to their shares, Lin Feng refused each time. In the end, Chu Zhixuan had no choice but to give up, and his previous resentment towards Lin Feng completely disappeared.

Seeing Chu Zhixuan's empathetic expression, Lin Feng and Liu Yingying exchanged a smile, knowing that for the time being, Chu Zhixuan would only feel guilty towards Lin Feng. This gave Lin Feng ample time to solve the problem with Chu Feng Internet City's premises.

"I have had someone estimate that before Chu Feng Internet City opened, the land and premises were worth about 1.2 million yuan. Now, conservatively, it's worth 1.5 million yuan, and I can guarantee that if you want to buy this land, Chu Zhixuan definitely won't sell it," Liu Yingying said seriously back in the office.

Lin Feng was taken aback by the value of the land. Although he had earned a million yuan in Europe, he hadn't expected it to be insufficient to buy a piece of land in Lantian Special Zone.

"Since we can't force a purchase, why not tie Chu Zhixuan to your chariot so he can't escape? As for how to do it, that's up to you as the boss. However, the small profit from the 'Killer Bars' clearly won't impress Chu Zhixuan," Liu Yingying said with a helpless expression.

"Alright, I understand. I'll think of a way," Lin Feng nodded.

To win over Chu Zhixuan with benefits? — Lin Feng smiled. This was too simple.

"Also, the four 'Killer Bars' cannot meet the needs of tourists in Lantian Special Zone. I suggest opening two more. However, this will increase the expenses, costing nearly 10,000 yuan per month, with no profit," Liu Yingying said, frowning.

Lin Feng looked at Liu Yingying's slightly furrowed brow and was momentarily stunned. Her worried expression added a touch of intellectual beauty, making her even more attractive.

"Hey, what are you looking at?" Liu Yingying, knowing she was both talented and beautiful, had been used to being stared at, but for some reason, she felt uncomfortable with Lin Feng's gaze.

"Uh... Nothing, let's open two more. As for the expenses, I'll think of a way. I won't let the 'Killer Bars' lose money. But the franchise matters are entirely up to you. I won't interfere, and I'll leave it all to you," Lin Feng quickly changed the subject to avoid awkwardness.

"Alright, then it's settled. Perhaps the franchise fees alone can cover your losses," Liu Yingying said with a challenging smile.

"If you can cover the losses of these six 'Killer Bars' with franchise fees, I'll owe you a favor," Lin Feng responded.

"Six?" Liu Yingying was taken aback, then glared at Lin Feng, "Six it is. As long as you can cover the losses of the six 'Killer Bars,' I'll ask you to do something."

"What?" Lin Feng suddenly thought of Zhang Wuji from "The Heaven Sword and Dragon Saber," and Liu Yingying was like Zhao Min.

"It's not about murder or arson, nor about bullying men or women," Liu Yingying said, but didn't specify.

"Alright, Miss, if you can use your skills to cover the losses of the 'Killer Bars,' I will do as you command. I will not refuse, and I will do whatever you ask, even if it means facing fire and water," Lin Feng quoted Zhang Wuji's oath to Zhao Min, but accidentally mentioned Zhang Wuji.

"Zhang Wuji?" Liu Yingying was taken aback, then smiled, "Go away, stop being so talkative!"

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