"You mean, the Umbrella people have taken the bait? They couldn't resist contacting me, is that right?" Zhou Yi asked a strange woman in his study.
This was a very attractive woman. Her slightly reddish long hair was neatly coiled at the back of her head, revealing a smooth forehead and brown eyes that seemed to speak.
Her full and plump lips had a bewitching allure, and her incredibly sculpted nose made her features appear deep and captivating.
Of course, she had a great figure too. She was even comparable to those cover models. Especially when she wore an OL uniform, it always made people think of many strange things. But it had to be admitted that this only made her more charming.
It could be said that in terms of charm and beauty alone, she surpassed most of the women Zhou Yi knew. Except for Selena and Xiarui Si, who was stunning after putting on makeup, only Susan, whom he had met a few times, could compare to her. Even if you were to consider her temperament, even they would have to concede defeat.
Because this woman had a different kind of temperament, like mellow wine, or like a flower with poisonous thorns. This temperament made her even more seductive, like a captivating story, enticing people to keep exploring.
However, Zhou Yi hoped to keep a safe distance from such a woman. Because her identity was too special, a top-tier agent, someone you never knew what she was thinking. The closer he got to her, the deeper he might get hurt.
Therefore, Zhou Yi, who had just experienced emotional turmoil, maintained a respectful distance from her. This was a wise choice, but it might not be useful.
The woman pushed up her glasses, a gesture that exuded an intellectual beauty. Even Selena, standing behind Zhou Yi, couldn't help but reveal a hint of envy. This alone was enough to prove that her beauty was universally appealing.
"Yes, sir. The CEO of Umbrella, through his assistant, has extended an invitation to you, hoping to discuss investment opportunities. However, I have already declined on your behalf, citing that Umbrella's interest rates are completely inadequate compared to the risks of your investment. If they wish to invest, they must offer something substantial."
"So, Miss Romanov, can you tell me what the substantial return is that you've planned for me?"
"Just call me Natasha. From now on, I am your personal secretary. I believe we should use more intimate terms to avoid attracting Umbrella's attention. Their security is quite tight, and we shouldn't reveal any weaknesses due to these minor issues."
Natasha Romanov said as she pulled a land deed from the folder she was holding and placed it in front of Zhou Yi.
"This is a small town in the western region that has been abandoned. All the residents have evacuated due to natural disasters. This town and the surrounding land are temporarily under your name. The nearest city to it is Laken City."
"The excuse we've provided for you is that you are very interested in Laken City's operational methods. The reason you purchased this land is that you want to build a city of your own here. Therefore, you wish to examine the core institutions of Laken City and replicate it to build a new city."
"If you are satisfied with Laken City's structure, you will request Umbrella, through investment, to mobilize all resources of Laken City to assist you in building this new city, and also arrange for the transfer of some residents and facilities. This is also part of the plan."
Hearing this plan, even Zhou Yi thought S.H.I.E.L.D. was joking. The plan involved far more than just a little bit. Building a city wasn't a problem that could be solved with just money. Calculating the costs, it was possible that billions could go down the drain.
Although it was just a superficial facade, it was a facade so grand that people had to believe it. Even if you told others it was fake, some wouldn't believe it. The initial investment was already shockingly huge.
Holding the land deed, Zhou Yi waved it in front of his eyes and asked.
"Do you have that much confidence in taking this big guy down in one go? You know, if something goes wrong, your losses will be huge. Although I've mobilized funds, I definitely won't invest that much. You'll have to fill the gaps yourselves."
Natasha smiled and took the land deed back.
"We've estimated all the possibilities. Umbrella won't have any hope. Once its research results are exposed, no one in this world, no force, can protect them. This huge enterprise will be forcibly dismantled in an instant, and once its core is removed, our so-called investment will be completely unnecessary, wouldn't it?"
"You can't risk being condemned by the media and even the entire human race to build a city like Laken City. No one will doubt this reason. Moreover, with a huge, ready-made cake in front of you, as a qualified businessman, why would you go against your best interests?"
Hearing this, Zhou Yi couldn't help but laugh. He knew his little tricks had been seen through by these professional agents. But they were allies to begin with, so there was nothing wrong with being seen through. He just shook his finger, feigning innocence.
"I have no idea what you're talking about, Natasha. I'm just mobilizing the funds at my disposal as much as possible, as you requested."
Natasha, of course, wouldn't let him get away with it so easily. She flipped through the documents in her hand, pointing to the information on them as she spoke to Zhou Yi.
"Sir, in the past few days, you've used almost all of the funds you have access to. You've even used many stocks, real estate, and some of your properties to borrow from banks. Up to now, you're holding nearly one hundred billion in liquid assets. This money is enough to cause a huge and terrible impact in any country, any region. Don't tell me you just want to use this money to cooperate with us in creating a false impression."
"Umbrella is about to collapse, and you just want to take this opportunity to acquire it. Don't treat us like fools, sir. We're much smarter than you think."
At this point, her eyes were filled with amusement. She couldn't wait to see how this guy with a dual identity would continue to weave his lies.
But he had clearly underestimated Zhou Yi's shamelessness. Since he dared to openly amass such a huge amount of capital, Zhou Yi wouldn't be afraid of being discovered. Especially not by S.H.I.E.L.D., his partner, and the people behind it.
Because, as Natasha said, the funds he held were terrifyingly huge. He even possessed capital that could be said to shake a country. In this regard, he already had the biggest advantage. The moment Umbrella fell, he could use this money to make Umbrella change ownership in an instant. It would be so fast that no one would even have a chance to react.
And this was something that couldn't possibly be stopped by anyone, nor could anyone take advantage of it. Their plan was secret and meticulous. The people who knew about this plan wouldn't have funds as vast as his, and those who had such vast funds wouldn't know about this plan. It could be said that this plan was simply prepared for him.
"If heaven gives, don't take it, and you'll suffer the consequences." Zhou Yi wasn't an idiot; naturally, he wouldn't let such a good opportunity slip away.
However, he wouldn't say that to his allies.
"Natasha, you know I'm still a businessman, and businessmen pursue profit. Coordinating with you to mobilize funds also involves costs. In that case, I might as well make some big moves. But I can assure you, I never intended to target Umbrella at first. I was just planning to acquire Blizzard Studio."
Natasha was almost completely defeated by this man who was blatantly lying. She felt as though her intelligence was being insulted. And it was the kind of blatant, unreserved insult. She was almost using her nose to speak, expressing her dissatisfaction.
"Do you think I'll believe your reason, raising billions of dollars for a game studio?"
"Let me think, what's a good reason to make up?" Zhou Yi pretended to stroke his chin, continuing to joke around. "Right, I've always wanted to enter Hollywood, so I was planning to acquire Disney in one go. Thinking about it, these funds seem to be a bit short."
Natasha's full chest began to heave violently, which meant she was desperately suppressing the anger in her heart. She had already realized that her plan was useless, but being toyed with by Zhou Yi in this manner, neither here nor there, really made her feel inexplicably angry. From the very beginning, Natasha had no intention of stopping or interfering with Zhou Yi's actions. Because, as Zhou Yi thought, this was a conspiracy, and it was impossible to stop. So she brought it up for only one reason: to give Zhou Yi the illusion that his acquisition was carried out with S.H.I.E.L.D.'s tacit approval. Through this, Zhou Yi would recognize the value and authority of S.H.I.E.L.D.
But she hadn't expected that Zhou Yi would be as stubborn as a dead pig not afraid of boiling water, refusing to admit anything and not taking her bait. Her idea of constructing a trap through words was completely useless. Instead, it only served to make her angry.
However, being a trained agent, suppressing her emotions had become almost second nature to her. Soon, she regained her composure and began dealing with Zhou Yi's business documents like a normal personal secretary.
Seeing her like this, Zhou Yi lost interest in continuing. He waved his hand to Selena, who was standing in the shadows behind him, and began preparing to drive out.
Today was Aresa's first day of school. As her father, he had to personally take her and pick her up. Perhaps he might not have such free time in the future, but today he must make time. Because this was a father's duty.
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