Chapter 15: Forcing the Beautiful CEO Qin Ningbing to Abdicate!
[Location: Riverside Luxury Mansion – Magic City]
"Young Master, you instructed to quietly acquire shares of Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company, and now six tenths have been acquired!"
Hearing Shen Anyu's inquiry, He Ying respectfully replied, her voice steady but laced with a profound pride. She stood with her hands clasped, the perfect image of a capable subordinate reporting a glorious victory.
"Those shareholders were extremely excited and agreed when they learned it was Shen Corporation making the offer!"
As He Ying spoke, her eyes were filled with a sense of honor. To serve the Shen Family was not servitude; it was a privilege. The Shen Corporation was a colossal entity controlling trillions in wealth, a financial leviathan capable of causing an economic earthquake with a mere stomp of its foot.
The shareholders of Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company were considered millionaires and billionaires in the eyes of the common folk. They drove luxury cars, lived in villas, and were the envy of many. But in front of the Shen Corporation, they were nothing more than ants.
How could they dare to refuse? A refusal would mean offending the Shen Family, and offending the Shen Family meant social and financial suicide.
Moreover, the Shen Corporation would not treat them unfairly. The price offered was generous, far exceeding the market value. Every single one of them wished they could be a dog for the Shen Corporation! To be bought by the Shen Family was the ultimate validation of their business acumen.
Not to mention, behind the Shen Corporation was the terrifying millennial family, the Yanxia Shen Family! The political and military influence they wielded was the true terror, the sword hanging over everyone's head.
Even if Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company was not a listed company, the Shen Corporation could easily manipulate it, swallow it whole, or crush it into dust. A company worth tens of billions was a behemoth in the eyes of ordinary people, but in front of the Shen Corporation, it was nothing more than a toy.
"How is it only six tenths?"
Shen Anyu frowned slightly, tapping his finger on the armrest of the sofa. The rhythmic tap, tap, tap echoed in the silent room. He expected total dominance.
But before He Ying could speak, he remembered the details from the "plot."
"The remaining four tenths are in the hands of Qin Ningbing and the second shareholder Wang Hai, right?"
Last night, he had instructed not to alarm these two for now. He wanted the stage set perfectly for his entrance.
He Ying respectfully bowed, her admiration evident. "Young Master is brilliant!"
"The remaining four tenths of shares are in the hands of the major shareholder Qin Ningbing and the second shareholder Wang Hai."
"Qin Ningbing holds about three tenths, representing the controlling interest of the founding family. And Wang Hai holds the remaining one tenth!"
"This afternoon, Wang Hai will convene a shareholders' meeting to force Qin Ningbing out!"
Shen Anyu smiled, a cold, predatory glint in his eyes.
"What a coincidence!"
Wang Hai. A minor villain in the early stages of the novel "Country Divine Doctor". He was the owner of an investment company and also the second shareholder of Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company. A classic stepping stone for the protagonist to slap.
The Ginseng Nourishing Heart Pill, which Qin Ningbing strongly advocated for development and invested hundreds of millions in, failed in its research. This failure was the crack in her armor.
This brought a heavy blow to the century-old brand, Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company, which was already struggling in recent years under the impact of Western medicine. The wolves were circling, smelling blood.
In fact, there were also reasons for Wang Hai's obstruction and sabotage. He wasn't just a bystander; he was the one poisoning the well.
He wanted to seize control of Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company, operate its listing, pump the stock price, and then, after harvesting a batch of shareholders and making a fortune, he would withdraw, leaving the company a hollow shell.
But Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company was Qin Ningbing's family's ancestral business. It was her father's legacy. How could she agree to let a vulture pick it clean?
Over the years, both sides had been engaged in open and covert struggles. Boardroom battles, supply chain sabotage, rumors in the press—it was a war of attrition.
However, profit moved people's hearts. Loyalty was cheap when billions were on the table.
Under the temptation of Wang Hai's promise to operate the listing and multiply their wealth, many shareholders sided with Wang Hai.
This left Qin Ningbing struggling alone. A beautiful, capable woman surrounded by greedy old men.
Running a business properly, with integrity and long-term vision, naturally couldn't compare to making a quick fortune by listing and raising money. The market favored the ruthless.
What's more, Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company had been struggling under the impact of Western medicine in recent years, and dividends had decreased. The shareholders were hungry.
According to the original plot, without any surprises, Xia Liu—the "Divine Doctor"—would swoop in, help Qin Ningbing resolve Wang Hai, successfully develop the new medicine with his cheat skills, and win the beauty's heart in the process.
But now, it was Shen Anyu's great opportunity. The script was his to rewrite.
"I have a perfect replica of Xia Liu's Extraordinary Medical Skill!" Shen Anyu thought, feeling the knowledge humming in his mind. He didn't need a protagonist; he was the superior version.
"As for Wang Hai, he's just a clown, vulnerable!"
Shen Anyu sneered.
Even without the Extraordinary Medical Skill, with the Yanxia Shen Family's immense power and wealth, resolving Wang Hai would be no more difficult than crushing a grasshopper. A phone call, a signature, and Wang Hai would vanish from the business world.
As for supporting Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company, it was just a matter of a single word. The Shen Corporation could pour in unlimited funds, hire the best talent, and crush any competitor.
"Let's go, let's watch the show."
Shen Anyu stood up, smoothing his suit. It was time to claim his prize.
"Yes, Young Master!"
[Location: Headquarters of Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company – Top Floor Conference Room]
The air in the conference room was thick with tension, heavy enough to suffocate. The polished mahogany table reflected the grim faces of the men seated around it.
It was an important meeting that would determine the future fate of Qin Ningbing and Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company, and even change the traditional Chinese medicine circle in Yanxia.
Wang Hai, full of ambition and high spirits, stood at the head of the table. He was a balding man with a shiny suit that cost more than most people's cars, but it couldn't hide the greed in his eyes. He looked at the many large and small shareholders and said loudly:
"Fellow shareholders, over the years, under Qin Ningbing's leadership, Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company has become increasingly sluggish, and dividends have decreased!"
He slammed his hand on the table for emphasis.
"Recently, the Ginseng Nourishing Heart Pill, which was invested five hundred million in, also failed in its research!"
"Five hundred million! Gone! Just like that!"
"I propose to dismiss Qin Ningbing from her position as president!"
"She must give an explanation to us, the large and small shareholders!"
All eyes turned to the seat of honor.
Sitting there was a stunning woman whose beautiful face was covered in frost.
This stunning woman had delicate features, with every part of her face perfect—high cheekbones, a straight nose, and lips painted a severe shade of red. Dressed in an OL uniform tailored by a top Italian designer, it accentuated her curvaceous, well-proportioned figure, making one's blood surge. The tight skirt hugged her hips, hinting at the softness beneath the steel exterior.
A pair of slender, elegant long legs were encased in black stockings, and her imaginative beautiful feet were adorned with crystal high heels. She sat with impeccable posture, regal and unyielding.
An angel's face and a devil's figure—it was not an exaggeration in the slightest. She was the epitome of the "Iceberg CEO."
However, at this moment, this stunning woman exuded an icy cold aura that lowered the room's temperature!
"Wang Hai," Qin Ningbing said, her voice calm but cutting like a knife. "For all these years, you have been secretly sabotaging and holding things back!"
"Behind the failure of the new medicine research, there are also traces of your interference!"
"Don't think I don't know!"
Qin Ningbing's beautiful eyes coldly stared at the high-spirited Wang Hai. She knew. She always knew. But knowing and proving were two different things.
She continued in a cold voice:
"Who is it that disregards the interests of the large and small shareholders, and who is it that acts recklessly for their own selfish desires?"
"Wang Hai, it should be you who gives me an explanation, who gives the large and small shareholders an explanation!"
Wang Hai smirked. He leaned back in his chair, crossing his arms.
"President Qin, do you have any evidence?"
Qin Ningbing immediately fell silent.
If she had evidence, she would have long since overthrown Wang Hai. But he was slippery, covering his tracks well. Even though she had been collecting it, she could only find some clues—enough to know, but not enough to convict.
There was no decisive evidence!
Wang Hai became even more triumphant. He stood up directly, spreading his arms as if embracing his victory. He looked around at the many large and small shareholders, saying:
"Then let's vote by show of hands and see who has more supporters, you Qin Ningbing, or me Wang Hai!"
"Ladies first, so let's start with you, President Qin!"
As he spoke, there was not a hint of respect, only mockery and sarcasm. He was enjoying this. He wanted to see her break.
Qin Ningbing's heart pounded against her ribs. She looked around the table, meeting the eyes of men she had worked with for years. Some looked away in shame; others stared back with cold indifference.
However.
One second passed.
Two seconds passed.
Three seconds passed...
Several minutes passed in agonizing silence.
Not a single person raised a hand to support Qin Ningbing!
The tide had turned completely. The betrayal was absolute.
Qin Ningbing's beautiful eyes, like stars, gradually dimmed. She felt a stinging sensation in her nose. She sighed softly, looking up at the ceiling, a glimmer of crystal tears appearing in the corners of her eyes. She forced them back. She would not cry in front of these vultures.
"Hahahaha, in the end, I still won!"
Wang Hai burst into wild laughter, utterly triumphant!
Qin Ningbing was indeed very capable; a young woman in her twenties who could contend with an old fox like him for several years was impressive. But capability meant nothing without leverage.
Profit moved people's hearts, and in the end, he won!
Once he gained control of Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company, operated its listing, and harvested a large number of leeks, it would be no problem for Wang Hai's net worth to reach tens of billions. He was already spending the money in his head.
However, to make Qin Ningbing give up completely, and also to stroke his own ego by seeing the overwhelming support, Wang Hai said with a smile:
"Fellow shareholders, I, Wang Hai, swear that I will lead you all to get rich by listing!"
"Now, vote for me."
Qin Ningbing did not look, because it was already meaningless. The outcome was decided.
However, she would absolutely not admit defeat!
This battle today was a complete defeat, yes. But the war wasn't over.
Yet, one day, she would reclaim Magic City Renxin Hall Pharmaceutical Company, at all costs!
Even if it meant mutual destruction! Even if she had to burn the company to the ground to kill the parasites inside it.
A resolute glint flashed in Qin Ningbing's beautiful eyes! She gripped the armrests of her chair, her knuckles turning white.
However.
One second passed.
Two seconds passed...
Several minutes passed, and there was still not a single sound.
The silence was deafening. It was heavier than before.
Qin Ningbing's delicate brows furrowed slightly. Why weren't they cheering? Why weren't they congratulating the new king?
She looked intently at the table.
Upon seeing the scene before her, Qin Ningbing's beautiful eyes widened, and an expression of disbelief appeared on her exquisite face!
Because, not a single person raised a hand to support Wang Hai either!
The shareholders sat like statues, their hands firmly on the table, their expressions unreadable. Wang Hai stood there, his hand raised in the air, a frozen grin on his face that was rapidly turning into confusion.
"What... what is going on?" Wang Hai stammered, looking around frantically. "Raise your hands! What are you waiting for?!"
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