C36 Stealing Your Things?

Zhang Chen knew deep down that the chasm between himself and Chen Dafu was virtually unbridgeable.

Chen Dafu's deference towards him was solely due to Su Mang—Zhang Chen himself was not the reason.

He had no intention of exploiting Su Mang's status for his own gain; he wouldn't bother others with tasks he could handle himself.

Chen Dafu paused, a glint of realization flickering in his eyes.

After a moment, Chen Dafu offered a smile and said, "Young Master Chen, how could I possibly let you foot the bill for such a trivial amount?"

Zhang Chen cut him off before he could continue, "Director Chen, let's not discuss this further. Please, follow my plan."

Chen Dafu hesitated briefly before nodding in agreement. "Alright."

With Chen Dafu's commitment, Zhang Chen felt no cause for concern.

Moreover, he had plenty of money at his disposal. Entrusting Chen Dafu with the funds would certainly save him a considerable amount.

Soon after, Chen Dafu began organizing the necessary documents.

Disliking the hassle, Zhang Chen simply handed over his bank card to Chen Dafu and stood up to leave the office.

Stepping into the elevator, he made his way down.

Internally, he hoped he wouldn't run into Lin Zhiqing and her group again.

The elevator quickly reached the ground floor.

Head down, Zhang Chen hurried towards the exit.

But before he got very far, he noticed a burly security guard blocking his path.

Zhang Chen's brow furrowed as he edged to the right.

But as he attempted to pass, the security guard intercepted him once more.

Looking up, Zhang Chen asked with irritation, "What's the reason for blocking my way?"

It was then that he saw a younger security guard standing before him, eyeing him with a mocking smile.

Zhang Chen's frown deepened, and he demanded, "What do you want?"

The security guard grinned, extending his hand and said icily, "Hand it over."

"Hand over what?" Zhang Chen grew more perplexed, clueless about what the security guard was implying.

Still smiling, the security guard replied, "How should I know what you've taken? Just hand it over quickly."

"I haven't taken anything."

Realization dawned on Zhang Chen, and he spoke up.

His furtive demeanor must have set off the security guards' suspicions, leaving him feeling increasingly helpless.

The guard's smile faded, and he barked, "I've seen your type before!"

"Did you slip in while we were changing shifts?"

"Hand over anything you've stolen, or I'm calling the cops!"

Zhang Chen inhaled deeply, his luck had truly run out.

With his hands outstretched, Zhang Chen said irritably, "I haven't stolen a thing. I'm here looking for someone."

The guard squinted at him, demanding, "Looking for someone? Who exactly?"

Zhang Chen started to reply but abruptly clamped his mouth shut.

Recalling his recent misstep, he decided to name someone else.

But who?

After racking his brain, Wang Cai's name popped into his head. Zhang Chen said cheerfully, "I'm here to see Wang Cai."

"Wang Cai?"

The guard paused, a sneer flickering in his eyes.

Zhang Chen's gut twisted with a sudden sense of foreboding.

"Wang Cai, a manager," Zhang Chen managed to say, though he felt no real alarm.

He had, after all, just seen Wang Cai.

The guard's smirk grew as he retorted icily, "Wang Cai isn't the manager you're talking about!"

He grabbed the walkie-talkie and muttered something under his breath.

Soon, a group approached.

Turning, Zhang Chen saw four or five security guards charging towards him, with Wang Cai at the lead.

Upon closer inspection, Zhang Chen's eyes bulged in shock.

Why was Wang Cai dressed as a security guard?

The security guard in front approached with a smug smile. "Captain Wang, this guy claims he was looking for you. Do you know him?"

Zhang Chen was dumbfounded.

Captain?

Wang Cai approached with a cold laugh, but upon seeing Zhang Chen, he froze.

"Why is it you?"

Wang Cai blurted out, then his eyes blazed with fury as the realization hit him.

Confused, Zhang Chen asked, "Didn't you tell me you were a manager at Dafu Group? Why are you dressed as a security guard?"

As the words left his mouth, Wang Cai's eyes blazed with intensified fury.

He had been a manager, but ever since a new one arrived, he'd been demoted.

The crux of the matter was his lack of funds to grease the palms of his superiors!

All his money had been swindled by Zhang Chen!

Seething with anger, Wang Cai finally let out a sinister chuckle, "I never imagined I'd get the chance for revenge so soon!"

"You're in my grasp now. Let's see where you can run!"

Zhang Chen spread his hands in resignation. "Run? Why would I?"

"Just wait, you'll be running soon enough," Wang Cai sneered, his eyes gleaming with malevolence.

"We show no leniency to thieves!"

With that, he gestured broadly with his hand.

Several security guards immediately closed in on Zhang Chen.

A flicker of rage crossed Zhang Chen's eyes.

This was Wang Cai's vendetta!

The worst part was that Wang Cai had absolutely no proof of theft!

Zhang Chen wanted to protest, but the security guards were already charging his way!

Panic surged within him.

His gaze darted around, searching for Loong San.

Turning to the entrance, he spotted Loong San approaching from outside the company's doors.

A surge of relief washed over Zhang Chen.

But in an instant, confusion set in. Loong San was there, but he showed no sign of entering!

After a brief walk around, Loong San left!

What was going on?

Zhang Chen's eyes bulged, his heart racing with confusion.

Had Loong San abandoned him?

Before he could ponder further, he looked up to find the security guards looming over him!