Rebirth: CEO's Sweetheart Reaches the Life Pinnacle!-Chapter 736 - 653: Pleasant Cooperation

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Leng Mo had just finished speaking when Zeng Qiuping on the other side screamed like she’d gone mad: "Xiao Mo! What are you saying? What’s wrong with older partners? A woman three years older is said to be worth her weight in gold!

You think you’re still a twenty-something girl? You’re already thirty! Ugh! What’s wrong with Yin Xian? Yes, so he’s been divorced, but he doesn’t have kids! You wouldn’t even have to be a stepmom!

You’re driving me crazy, child! Ugh, ugh... Your brother ended up the way he did, and now Leng Group is in someone else’s hands. Our family hasn’t gotten a single thing! Your grandfather said you could only have the company shares as your dowry if you got married. Is this your plan? Do you have any conscience left? Do you even deserve your brother anymore?

I’m warning you! I don’t agree with this! I’m coming to your office right now to talk sense into you face to face! Just you wait!"

Leng Mo felt utterly miserable, as if not getting married meant she’d failed everyone.

Her voice carried frustration and sorrow: "Mom, Mom, why are you acting like this? Is Yin Xian the only option? Can’t I choose someone else?"

Zeng Qiuping suddenly sensed something was off. She took a deep breath to calm herself down and softened her tone: "Wait a minute! Wait a minute! Xiao Mo, has something happened? You weren’t acting like this before! Did you and Yin Xian have a falling-out? Or did someone say something to you? Tell me! What’s going on here?"

Leng Mo figured it might be better for her mother to know. "Yin Xian’s ex-wife saw us having dinner together. She started arguing with him..."

However, she didn’t reveal the situation involving Leng Mochen and Yin Xian liking Li Si, worried that her mother might storm over to her uncle’s house and cause trouble.

With the relationship between the two families already strained, she didn’t want things to get worse.

"That Ye Duowei? Why would an ex-wife have the nerve to make a fuss? Xiao Mo, don’t worry about her. Leave it to me—I’ll handle this. You go ahead with your work. I’m hanging up now!"

With a sharp click, the call ended. Leng Mo stared angrily at the phone that had just been hung up on her, then hurled it against the table.

Every day was exhausting beyond belief.

...

In the Western restaurant, Li Si and Jin Jiachao were enjoying a pleasant meal together.

Jin Jiachao was deeply moved and approving of what Li Si had shared with him in her ideas when she invited him out.

Although he didn’t see himself as a hero, he was willing to use his modest fortune to help those in need.

And for Li Si, someone he had long admired and liked, to share these feelings—it filled him with joy.

"Li Si, after hearing what you’ve shared, I think your ideas are wonderful. If you trust me, I can work with you to carry this out. I’d take the lead and handle everything for you.

However, I want to remind you that undertaking this might still subject us to criticism. But you’re right—life is short, and we should live by our own principles without worrying about how others judge us.

You’re a remarkable young woman! I honestly hadn’t expected you to have such a generous spirit!"

Li Si set down her knife and fork, then smiled: "Mr. Jin, please don’t praise me anymore! Honestly, there’s a bit of selfishness behind my actions. I’m hoping that doing good deeds might also accumulate blessings for my children.

However, regarding the criticism you just mentioned—I’ve seriously thought about that.

That’s why I’m pushing you to the forefront, Mr. Jin. Please don’t blame me. I have my reasons."

Li Si’s original motive wasn’t entirely altruistic, but after careful consideration, she realized she wasn’t the right person to take center stage.

She had too many skeletons in her closet that could be exposed.

Her background alone was problematic, not to mention the matters involving the Li Family.

Moreover, Leng Mochen wasn’t just the CEO of Leng Group; he also led Mo Si.

The media would likely twist the story, accusing her of seeking attention or staging a PR stunt disguised as charity.

Ultimately, her intention to do good might backfire and turn into something negative.

Jin Jiachao took a sip of red wine and offered a warm smile: "Of course not! I genuinely enjoy doing things like this. Besides, you’re still young and have children to think about. With the Leng Family behind you, there are many ties and responsibilities to consider.

It makes perfect sense for you to avoid the spotlight. For me, it’s different. I’m old now, and what’s left to fear about criticism or exposure?

My only son, Yichen, is already standing on his own, so I’m perfectly suited to take on this project. Therefore, let’s call this initiative as you suggested: the Rising Sun Plan.

Moving forward, you just need to manage funding and oversight from behind the scenes. I’ll handle all operations. Let’s work well together!"

Saying this, Jin Jiachao raised his wine glass. Li Si lifted her juice glass, clinked it against his, and smiled: "Alright! Here’s to successful cooperation!"

The two exchanged knowing smiles, unspoken understanding filling the air.

This scene happened to be spotted from a distance by someone with ulterior motives.

He Qingchi, disguised in a short-haired wig and dressed in a black suit, glared unhappily across the table at Qi Yayun. "What exactly is your plan?"

Ever since the banquet that day, when she was half-drunk, Qi Yayun had promised to help her win over Jin Jiachao.

She had been dreaming of it ever since. Yet the next day, Jin Jiachao had gone out, reportedly to deal with matters relating to his late wife’s brother.

She’d pushed Qi Yayun repeatedly, only for her to say she was powerless while Jin Jiachao was away.

Finally catching wind of his return, she seized the chance to follow him during a meal—only to find him dining happily with Li Si.

Fury boiled within her!

Why did Jin Jiachao look so joyful around that girl, yet always wear a cold expression around her?

What was she missing?

Qi Yayun withdrew her gaze, turned toward He Qingchi, and said softly: "Don’t be impatient! Doesn’t everything require some strategy? Let’s wait until they finish, then we’ll follow Jin Jiachao and see where he goes.

I’ve already arranged everything. Don’t worry—he won’t escape our grasp!"

He Qingchi hesitated briefly before asking in a restrained voice, "Do you really think your plan will work?"

Anxiety gnawed at her as she pictured what might happen next.

Qi Yayun lowered her gaze to hide a glint in her eyes, then raised her head to reassure: "Of course! Haven’t I always lived up to my word? Just do your part and leave the rest to me!"

He Qingchi suppressed her nervousness and gave a hesitant nod: "Alright! But Yayun, are you sure the media people are reliable?"

While she trusted Qi Yayun, she wasn’t sure about the outsiders.

Qi Yayun patiently explained: "They’re professionals—money talks, and their job is just to do what they’re paid for. Don’t overthink it!"

If it weren’t for the He Family’s backing of He Qingchi, she wouldn’t even have gotten involved.

She knew the situation might not play out as she or He Qingchi anticipated.

But since He Qingchi had insisted, she would help her achieve her wish.

It was like Zhou Yu and Huang Gai—a willing participant and a willing victim.

As for what ultimately happened to Jin Jiachao, that wasn’t her concern.