novelraw Chapter 460 - 377: I’m Even Worse Off Than You
Chapter 460 - 377: I’m Even Worse Off Than You
Chapter 460: Chapter 377: I’m Even Worse Off Than You
Since Leng Mochen’s return to the Leng Group, the company’s stock price has steadily risen, far surpassing the levels under Leng Mohao’s leadership.
Meanwhile, Mo Si is advancing on multiple fronts—not only developing real estate but also preparing for the grand opening of Mo Si International Furniture on August 18.
Recently, in addition to wedding preparations, Leng Mochen has been heavily focused on this project.
Mo Si International Furniture is an industry derivative based on Mo Si Real Estate. The plaza spans an immense 100,000 square meters, featuring five floors plus two underground parking levels. Building A is positioned as a premium experience showroom catering to successful individuals with classic luxury brands, while Building B serves as a lifestyle center targeted at trendy, urban clientele with fashionable furniture brands and series. The two buildings face each other, showcasing their distinct strengths.
Mo Si International Home Plaza offers a comprehensive selection ranging from renovation materials to furniture, home appliances, and various home décor products—ensuring shoppers have access to everything they need under one roof.
Moreover, Leng Mochen is constructing Mo Si International Shopping Center, a five-story development located not far from this site!
His vision is to transform the area into a thriving commercial district and boost the value of nearby residential properties.
Currently, construction is progressing at full throttle, and at this pace, he estimates the project will be completed before next year’s National Day in October.
Standing before his budding commercial empire, Leng Mochen is filled with excitement. He has withdrawn nearly all his stock market investments to pour into the real economy.
He firmly believes that when the looming financial crisis arrives, his losses can be minimized to the lowest possible level!
After listening to Leng Mochen’s strategy, Long Wu also pulled out a significant portion of his stock market funds, planning to build an antique city to rival Pan Garden.
However, acquiring the land hasn’t been easy due to the extensive area required—both for the main site and the surrounding stall zones.
In addition, the project demands substantial funds, which is why Long Wu has come today to seek a partnership with Leng Mochen.
Before discussing anything serious, Long Wu couldn’t help but banter a bit, "Er! What happened to that girl the other day? Hurt her feelings like that? Not cool, man!"
He shot a mischievous glance at Leng Mochen, deliberately winking, "Relax! We’re such bros—there’s no way I’d pull a move like Sisi would! Who doesn’t have a few close female friends, huh?"
Long Wu chuckled inwardly at his own cleverness; he hadn’t even mentioned this incident to Su Meng, not even in passing!
Still, both he and Xu Er agreed that Leng Er, for all his icy demeanor, surprisingly had the charm to attract women!
A minor car bump turned into a young lady chasing after him—he indeed had charisma in spades!
"If you’ve got business to discuss, get to the point! Don’t waste my time!" Leng Mochen frowned, annoyed. Long Wu was great in most respects, but his sharp tongue was the most irritating!
Saying exactly the wrong thing at the worst moment!
Even thinking about it now made him feel disgusted!
The woman actually tried to commit suicide just to make him see her! He couldn’t believe the nonsense Zhang Shan pulled, not only calling Li Si for help but also daring to come find him herself.
There was no way he’d agree! Who did she think she was?
This whole debacle had seriously ruined his mood!
"Whoa! Why are you so worked up? Could it be that Sisi hasn’t been keeping you...satisfied? All pent up, huh?"
Long Wu laughed secretly, sizing him up—it was obvious this guy was acting like he hadn’t had his needs met! Ha! Even he had days like this!
Long Wu couldn’t resist teasing him—such golden opportunities didn’t come often!
With a sarcastic smirk, Leng Mochen retorted, "Judging by your smug face, I suppose you’ve had your fill? You think I don’t know? Even if I don’t get the whole steak, I can at least sip some soup. Unlike certain folks—Su Meng’s due date is late July to early August, and you’re clearly living in misery!"
Long Wu sighed in resignation, "We’re all desperate souls on the same path! Believe me, I’ve got it worse!"
Ever since Su Meng got pregnant, she’s been eating and sleeping well—not a care in the world—but she’s completely disregarded her poor husband.
Now that she’s in the later stages of pregnancy, she’s even more cautious, not willing to take any risks!
As much as Long Wu might have wishes, he wouldn’t dare act on them!
The harsh lessons of the past were frightening enough—this child was so hard to come by that, no matter what, he had to cherish it!
Glancing sideways at him, Leng Mochen smirked faintly, "I heard you’ve really given Su Meng’s relatives a hard time?"
Long Wu proudly replied, "Of course! Anyone who dares scheme against my woman wouldn’t have it easy!"
After Lunar New Year, Su Meng’s aunt brought Hu Li to Nanny Su to plead for Long Wu to arrange a job for her.
At the time, Su Meng’s pregnancy symptoms hadn’t been too severe, but she was craving many snacks from her childhood, keeping her preoccupied with brainstorming solutions.
There was no way she’d entertain their requests!
When Su Meng decided not to visit her aunt’s home for New Year’s due to her pregnancy, her grandmother threw a fit!
Tears streamed down her face as she lamented publicly, claiming that for Su Meng to skip her first married New Year’s at her uncle’s house was unthinkable, humiliating her relatives in front of neighbors!
Su Meng’s grandmother sided with her son, making Su Meng’s mother deeply disheartened.
Su Meng’s mom wondered why her mother could prioritize her son’s face over caring for her daughter and granddaughter!
The mother-daughter relationship soured as Su Meng sent her grandmother back home.
Right afterward, Su Meng’s mother fell ill, torn between family loyalty and her daughter’s wellbeing.
Ultimately, Su Meng had Long Wu drive her mother back to the hometown on the second day of the New Year.
Ignoring the troublesome process—the outcome was far from ideal.
During the meal, Su Meng’s aunt endlessly praised Long Wu’s competence, hinting that she wanted Hu Li to land a formal job in Beijing.
Already furious, Long Wu gave a curt reply, claiming he didn’t have the pull to make it happen!
Su Meng’s aunt lost face and blurted out, "What do you mean you can’t? You helped Su Meng’s uncle with a job—why not her niece?"
Long Wu fired back with cutting remarks, emphasizing that Su Meng’s uncle was close family by blood, whereas Hu Li meant nothing to him.
Hu Li’s mother lashed out verbally, sparking a heated exchange with Long Wu.
Su Meng’s aunt quickly intervened, fearing public embarrassment at New Year.
Su Meng stood up, bluntly telling her grandmother to stop leveraging her age as an excuse!
Her mother finally gave up, brushing off attempts to mediate, and the three returned to Beijing.
From then on, no amount of persuasion from Su Meng’s aunt could move her.
Over the years, these relatives had never extended their help during hard times.
Now they surrounded her with honeyed words, but where were they when she needed them?
Failing to secure any benefits, Su Meng’s aunt shamelessly sought out Long Wu at True Treasure Pavilion.
While there, Hu Li accidentally damaged an antique item—prompting compensation demands.
The piece had been sent to the shop for evaluation and hadn’t yet undergone inspection when Hu Li broke it.
Responsibility was clear—how should accountability be handled?
Hu Li was forced to work off her debt over ten years. Humiliated, Su Meng’s aunt returned to the hometown, only to see Su Meng’s uncle transferred to a less favorable job position.
By now, even if she refused to admit it, she knew Long Wu was behind it all.
After hearing Long Wu’s detailed recount, Leng Mochen ended the call and walked off.
Realizing they hadn’t even discussed business, Long Wu thought about all the nonsense he’d brought up!
Still, on second thought, it didn’t matter—he could always bring it up elsewhere!
Today, he was determined to stick by Leng Er!
Upon hearing Long Wu’s proposal, Leng Mochen agreed to split the costs and collaborate, but insisted that the ownership rights be registered under Li Si’s name.
Long Wu whined endlessly, "I don’t know what good karma Sisi earned in her past life to find a loyal husband like you! She sure hit the jackpot!"
"Scram!"
Suddenly, Long Wu recalled something, "Hey! Xu Er has been acting all secretive these days. Do you know what he’s been up to? Has he contacted you?"
Without looking up from his documents, Leng Mochen replied, "No."
"He’s been unusually quiet lately. Could he be planning to propose?" Long Wu rubbed his chin thoughtfully.
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