The Crazy Son-In-Law

Lin Jiayin, as the Technical Director of Kumi Group, was considered a core executive. It was not surprising that she was aware of the changes in the company’s shareholding structure. However, the whereabouts of Tang Zhi was not something she, an outsider, could inquire about. It was an internal matter of the Tang family.

Xiao Shun held no animosity towards Lin Jiayin. People are generally tolerant of beautiful things, especially beautiful women, and he was no exception. Though Lin Jiayin might be slightly inferior to Tang Shishi in terms of beauty, she was still a beautiful woman.

“Mr. Xiao, please come with me to the VIP reception room and wait for a moment. They will be here soon,” Lin Jiayin said with a smile.

Xiao Shun nodded and followed her towards the VIP room. The curve outlined by her tight skirt drew his gaze to her attractive figure, involuntarily focusing on her hip.

Kumi Group was wealthy and extravagant, and the VIP reception room was also decorated exquisitely.

After they settled down, a young lady responsible for welcoming important guests brought two cups of freshly ground coffee. She placed them in front of Xiao Shun and Lin Jiayin before excusing herself.

“Our company’s coffee is quite good, why don’t you give it a try, Mr. Xiao?” Lin Jiayin suggested.

“Thank you,” Xiao Shun picked up the coffee and took a sip.

“I hope you won’t hold the past against me, Mr. Xiao. I was indeed quite offensive at the time.”

Lin Jiayin was flexible and adaptable, and she had to be. She had seen Xiao Shun’s influence that night at the bar, and now he had miraculously become the second-largest shareholder of the company.

Without her, Kumi Group would not fall apart, but without Xiao Shun, it would be a significant loss. She was acutely aware of this fact.

“It was all a misunderstanding. As long as you don’t hold it against me, it’s fine,” Xiao Shun responded nonchalantly.

Lin Jiayin gave a relieved smile and said, “Honestly, we’ve done some research on Starline. Although we can analyze its components, we can’t replicate it no matter what. It shows how skillful you are, Mr. Xiao.”

She had started researching Starline after returning from Stillwater, but unfortunately, she had not made any progress.

“Coca-Cola has been around for over a hundred years, and no one has been able to crack their formula. Isn’t that quite normal?” Xiao Shun chuckled.

“That’s why I said you’re skillful, Mr. Xiao. I believe the future health product market will be dominated by your Starline Bio.”

“You flatter me.”

“Mr. Xiao, you don’t strike me as someone who revels in modesty.”

“Is it that obvious?” Xiao Shun joked, “Alright, I admit, I think so too.”

Lin Jiayin gave a small smile, “I hope we can become friends.”

“Of course, exceptional people are often drawn to each other. I also hope to become friends with Director Lin,” Xiao Shun shamelessly replied.

Lin Jiayin chuckled, her demeanor softening, suddenly not appearing as aloof as others perceived her.

“It seems that our Miss Director has already buried the hatchet with Mr. Xiao, which is a joyous occasion.”

At this moment, Tang Shishi entered the room. Seeing the two conversing amicably, she smiled.

She was aware of the issues between Xiao Shun and Lin Jiayin. Knowing Lin Jiayin’s character, she would have expected her to resign the moment she learned that Xiao Shun had become the second-largest shareholder of the company. Lin Jiayin was a proud woman, unlikely to tolerate such an apparent slight.

Surprisingly, she acted as if nothing had happened, even engaging in a friendly conversation with Xiao Shun. This caught Tang Shishi off guard.

However, this was good news. After all, Lin Jiayin was the Technical Director, and her contributions were instrumental in establishing Kumi Group’s products in the domestic market. If the conflict between the two remained unresolved, it would be a headache for Tang Li.

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Now that Xiao Shun had become a major shareholder, he could fully support Kumi Group, diminishing Lin Jiayin’s role. She understood this clearly.

“Miss Tang,” Lin Jiayin got up to greet her.

Tang Shishi gestured for her to sit, “Please, take a seat. We’re all insiders here, no need for formalities.”

After saying this, she looked at Xiao Shun and was taken aback. She examined him from top to bottom, wondering if she had mistaken him forsomeone else. He looked… extremely handsome today!

Tang Shishi considered herself not to be shallow, but seeing Xiao Shun’s outfit today, she couldn’t help but feel a little infatuated.

“Am I charming enough to captivate you?” Xiao Shun said narcissistically.

“Cheeky!” Tang Shishi shot him a glance and handed him a file, “This is the cooperation agreement and the authorization documents. Take a look, and if there are no issues, sign it. Then the partnership between Kumi Group and you will officially take effect.”

Xiao Shun took the documents, leafing through them casually on the coffee table. The pile was thick, and he didn’t bother reading it all. He quickly glanced through a few pages. The overseas distribution rights of Starline were crucial to Kumi Group, so he wasn’t worried that Tang Li would deceive him in this matter.

“Where is your father?” He asked casually.

“He’s an older man with a lot on his plate. I believe he went to the bathroom.”

Xiao Shun acknowledged with a simple “Oh,” picked up a pen, and swiftly signed his name where required.

“Don’t you want to read it carefully?” Tang Shishi asked, “Aren’t you afraid we might sell you to some gold mine?”

“I believe you wouldn’t want to sell this gold mine,” Xiao Shun replied nonchalantly, “Besides, how do you know I don’t have a better formula than the current one?”

“You’re pretty cunning…” Tang Shishi retorted with a smirk.

Just as he finished signing, Tang Li walked in. He quickly approached and apologized, “I’m sorry to have kept you waiting, Shun.”

“No problem, I’ve already signed the documents. Is there anything else?” Xiao Shun asked.

“Eh?”

Tang Li was taken aback. He picked up the agreement and read it incredulously, “Shun, you trust us so much. Rest assured, we won’t let you down. We’ll do everything we can to make this new company succeed and start turning a profit as soon as possible.”

It’s rare for such a major cooperation agreement to be settled without several rounds of negotiations, haggling over price, and meticulous examination of details. Even the wording of a few keywords could result in a heated debate.

Although Tang Li expected the process to go smoothly, he didn’t anticipate it would be this easy. The deal was settled while he was away for a short break.

“I trust you,” Xiao Shun said with a smile.

“In that case, let’s have lunch together at a nearby upscale restaurant to celebrate. How does that sound?” Tang Li suggested, then turned to Lin Jiayin, “Miss Lin, you’re invited as well.”

Xiao Shun had initially planned to leave after signing the agreement but agreed to stay for lunch, considering it would be impolite to refuse.

At noon, Tang Li booked a table at a high-end restaurant nearby. During the meal, he discussed the upcoming work plan with Xiao Shun. Most of the work was on Kumi Group’s side. All Xiao Shun had to do was wait for the new company to be established and then attend the ribbon-cutting ceremony. After that, he would just wait for the dividends to roll in.

Tang Li had initially planned to mediate between Xiao Shun and Lin Jiayin, but seeing that they no longer had any grudges, he felt relieved.