C147 You Are Not Allowed to Bully My Wife!

Lin Guolong was visibly rattled as he demanded in a frosty tone, "Zhiqing, what are you implying? Are you trying to steal the limelight from me?"

"You claimed you weren't interested in taking credit, didn't you? So what's this all about now?"

Lin Zhiqing's response was equally icy, "All I want is for Grandpa to be aware of this situation. I want my mother to have the chance to return to the Lin family."

"The profits from the contract can be completely unrelated to me."

Her statement left Lin Guolong at a loss for words.

Old Master Lin, however, remained composed, quietly reclining on the sofa.

Soon after, Lin Guofeng chimed in cheerfully, "Zhiqing, you certainly played a significant role here, but let's not forget the part your Second Uncle played, right?"

He gave Lin Zhiqing a pointed look as he spoke.

With a chilly demeanor, Lin Zhiqing retorted, "I'm not sure about that. You all can take the profits, but I want Grandpa to be aware of my actions."

Her tone was firm and assertive.

It dawned on Zhang Chen.

He hadn't swayed Lin Zhiqing; it was Lee Fengqin's long-held wish to rejoin the Lin family that had moved her.

Lin Guofeng's gaze sharpened, his voice tinged with irritation, "I'll acknowledge your efforts, but let's not overlook your Second Uncle's contributions. That's a fact, isn't it?"

He fixed his gaze intently on Lin Zhiqing.

With a scoff, Lin Zhiqing shot back, "Indeed. Without the impossible task Second Uncle set for me, I wouldn't have been able to secure this contract."

"You."

Lin Guolong's anger boiled over. He stood up abruptly, bellowing, "Lin Zhiqing, what exactly are you suggesting?"

His voice thundered with authority.

Zhang Chen's brow furrowed in disapproval.

Was he really going to make a scene over nothing?

As Lin Zhiqing's expression grew even more frosty and she prepared to counter, Zhang Chen stepped in front of her.

"Second Uncle, Zhiqing is actually complimenting you. What's the rush?" Zhang Chen said with a sly smile.

At that, Lin Zhiqing inexplicably felt her tension ease significantly.

Lin Guolong roared, "Are you implying I'm deaf?"

Zhang Chen kept his composure and chuckled, "Second Uncle, please, take a moment to relax. Zhiqing was simply acknowledging your effective approach to staff training."

"Do you really think Zhiqing accused you of exploiting your high-ranking position to settle personal scores for Lin Junkai?"

"Zhiqing never said those words, you know."

He had seen enough of Lin Zhiqing's suffering and couldn't stand it any longer.

With things having escalated to this point, there was no need for him to hold back!

Yet, as he spoke, everyone's eyes went wide in shock!

Even Lin Zhiqing looked utterly bewildered; she had not anticipated Zhang Chen being so forthright!

Lin Guolong was incensed and bellowed, "Nonsense! Everything I do is in the best interest of the company. When have I ever abused my power for personal gain?"

Zhang Chen feigned surprise, responding, "Second Uncle, please, calm down. It was just an offhand remark. Why so worked up?"

"How dare you!"

Lin Guofeng slammed his hand on the sofa, rising to his feet, his voice icy, "Zhang Chen, you may owe a debt of gratitude to the Lin family, but that doesn't give you the right to defame us!"

"Do you have any evidence to back up your claims?"

Lin Miao was beside herself with worry, sitting helplessly.

Old Master Lin's smile was gentle, yet his eyes betrayed a deep sense of disappointment.

Zhang Chen flashed a mischievous grin, "Of course, I have evidence for my claims. Second Uncle, are you brave enough to share the task you assigned to Zhiqing?"

At that, all eyes in the room immediately turned to Lin Guolong.

Lin Guolong's mouth twitched as he struggled to speak, "My intention was simply to motivate Zhiqing!"

"She's new to Lin's Group, without a shred of clout. My goal was for her to secure more partnerships and assert some influence over those lower in the ranks!"

"Second Uncle, how considerate of you!"

Zhang Chen's smile was tinged with sarcasm, "So now that Zhiqing has successfully brokered those deals, why are you hoarding all the credit?"

"I..."

Zhang Chen had rendered Lin Guolong utterly speechless.

Truth be told, Zhang Chen was also curious about Lin Guolong's motives.

Was it all just for the sake of his reputation?

He had a nagging feeling that there was more to it than met the eye.

Lin Guofeng cast a disappointed glance at Lin Guolong.

"Enough with the bickering! This time, split the credit between the two of you, half and half."

Lin Guofeng let out a sigh, his voice tinged with resignation.

Lin Zhiqing breathed a sigh of relief, knowing that the outcome was as good as it could be.

Lin Guolong's eyes narrowed slightly, recognizing that Lin Guofeng had shown him considerable respect. He had no choice but to swallow his pride.

Just when everyone thought the waters had calmed, Zhang Chen chuckled and spoke up, "This is the partner Zhiqing found, the deal she negotiated."

"I don't think your resolution is fair."

Lin Guolong's eyes narrowed further as he said icily, "Zhang Chen, don't overstep."

Zhang Chen's smile didn't waver as he replied, "I'm simply seeking justice for Zhiqing."

Lin Zhiqing stood silently, her expression a mix of emotions. A peculiar warmth trickled through her heart, yet she couldn't shake the worry that a fallout would bring her no benefits.

Lin Guofeng rose to his feet, his voice sharp with anger, "Zhang Chen, you're crossing the line! They chose to work with Zhiqing out of respect for the Lin family. Do you really think she did this all on her own?"

Zhang Chen's grin widened as he retorted, "Uncle, it seems the Lin family has lost its way."

"How dare you!" Lin Guofeng roared, "You insult our family members, and now you dare to defame the Lin family itself! What do you take us for?"

His presence was commanding.

Lin Zhiqing inexplicably felt a twinge of guilt.

Undeterred, Zhang Chen kept his smile and countered, "I have no intention of disparaging the Lin family. It seems to me you're all just ganging up on Zhiqing. Aren't you concerned that our partners might refuse to work with you?"

Anger flared within Zhang Chen. Lin Guolong had no right to claim Lin Zhiqing's achievements.

With this thought, Zhang Chen promptly sent a text message.

Lin Guolong scoffed derisively, "You think you're the partner they're after? They're interested in the Lin family's power, not Lin Zhiqing. Do you get it?"

Zhang Chen's tone was teasing as he challenged, "And why can't they be interested in Zhiqing herself?"

"You..." Lin Guolong's sneer was cold, "We'll see about that."

"Our partners won't back out of the deal simply because it wasn't Zhiqing who inked the contract!"

Zhang Chen flashed a sly smile. "Just wait, you'll see soon enough!"

"You..."

Right then, Lin Guolong's phone began to ring.