Deals behind closed doors

She met his gaze without hesitation. "Chen Group is in a vulnerable position right now. The board appointed an acting CEO instead of giving it to Liu Yanmei outright. That means they don't fully trust her."

She paused, letting the weight of her words settle. "Control of this company is still up for grabs. And I intend to claim it."

Xu Jianhong leaned back, studying her. "And what makes you think I'd sell to you?"

Chen Lin's eyes softened, her voice dipping just slightly into something almost coaxing. "Because you're a businessman, Mr. Xu. And businessmen make decisions that benefit them the most. I'm offering you a chance to cash out before things get messy. A guaranteed profit, instead of uncertainty."

Xu Jianhong smirked, tapping his fingers against the table. "A tempting offer. But everything has a price, Miss Chen."

His gaze lingered on her just a moment too long.

She understood immediately.