Chapter 114 No Need for Evidence

"Perhaps you should go and talk about your business first?" Ji Xiaonuan said.

"There's no need. Let's eat first," Chi Jun'an's voice softened a bit.

"It doesn't seem right to keep him waiting like this," she said in a low voice. "What if it's something urgent?"

"Don't worry. He doesn't have anything urgent," Chi Jun'an said indifferently. "And he's more than willing to wait."

Ji Xiaonuan hesitated for a moment. Realizing there was more to his words, she didn't ask further.

After they finished dinner, Chi Jun'an gave the order, "Take Mr. Yang to the study."

The servant left. He first accompanied Ji Xiaonuan back to her room and then went to the study.

Yang Guomao was already waiting there, his face filled with anxiety and restlessness.

Finally seeing Chi Jun'an, Yang Guomao let out a sigh of relief. He forced a flattering smile and said, "Muchen, is there some misunderstanding between us?"

Chi Jun'an calmly walked to the desk and sat down. He looked at Yang Guomao indifferently. "Director Yang, the evidence of your embezzlement of company funds is conclusive. I don't think there's any misunderstanding between us."

Yang Guomao felt a bitter taste in his mouth.

He had thought that Chi Jun'an didn't know about the things he had secretly done in the Chi Corporation. But it turned out that Chi Jun'an not only knew but also had evidence, ready to settle accounts with him at any time!

He had underestimated Chi Jun'an. Over the years, he had been well aware of Chi Jun'an's methods, yet he always thought he had managed to deceive him. But in fact, it was just that Chi Jun'an had disdained to do anything to him.

But now, why was Chi Jun'an, who had previously turned a blind eye, suddenly turning against the Yang family? Was it still because of Yang Wanrong's matter?

Taking a deep breath, Yang Guomao said obsequiously, "Muchen, Wanrong grew up with you. She has been in love with you for so many years. That's why she thought something had happened between you last time. But since you said there was nothing, our family didn't pursue it further. Why do you have to be so harsh?"

Chi Jun'an raised his eyebrows slightly.

It seemed that today's incident was solely Yang Wanrong's idea. That made sense. Yang Guomao was shrewd and cunning, and such an impulsive act was indeed not something he would do.

Moreover, it was likely that Yang Wanrong hadn't told Yang Guomao exactly what she had done!

"I didn't intend to pursue that matter either," Chi Jun'an said in a deep voice. "Director Yang, don't you know at all what absurd thing your daughter did today?"

"... What?" Yang Guomao looked blank.

Chi Jun'an opened the envelope on the desk and coldly threw a stack of photos onto the desk. One look at the photos made Yang Guomao break out in a cold sweat!

The photos showed the scene of Chi Jun'an's car accident. Even without Chi Jun'an saying anything, Yang Guomao knew what he was suspected of.

"Muchen, you suspect Wanrong?!" Yang Guomao blurted out. "Impossible! She would never do such a thing! She likes you so much. How could she hurt you? Do you have any evidence?"

"I don't have evidence," Chi Jun'an said indifferently. "And I don't need it either."

Yang Guomao's heart sank instantly.

He didn't know if this matter had anything to do with Yang Wanrong, but whether she did it or not, he couldn't admit it!

If he admitted it, there would be no turning back between them and Chi Jun'an. But the Yang family simply didn't have the strength to compete with Chi Jun'an.

He even realized today just how powerful Chi Jun'an was. With just a flick of his finger, Chi Jun'an could keep the Yang family from getting back on their feet!

"Muchen, Wanrong definitely didn't do this!" Yang Guomao said again. "I know you have a deep misunderstanding of our family now, but your parents and I have been friends for many years. Do you really want to send me to jail?"

Chi Jun'an's eyes darkened slightly. He said indifferently, "You've used this excuse too many times. However, considering your contributions over the years, Director Yang, I'm not unwilling to show some leniency."

Yang Guomao said joyfully, "Tell me!"

"The evidence of the embezzlement of funds is conclusive, and I can't cover it up," Chi Jun'an said indifferently. "Moreover, this matter has had a bad impact. Only if you, Director Yang, return all the funds can I consider not suing you."

Yang Guomao's heart sank again.

The amount of money he had embezzled over the years was by no means a small sum. And in recent years, he had suffered repeated setbacks in investment and had hardly made any money. Now, even if he sold everything he had, he couldn't make up for those funds.

Yang Guomao tried to negotiate again, "Muchen, you should know my situation. Asking me to pay back that money is really beyond my ability..."

"Director Yang, I think you know better than me what it would mean for the company if we set such a precedent. This time, I won't show mercy," Chi Jun'an said coldly. "If you really can't pay it back, I'll have to ignore the long - standing friendship between our two families."

Yang Guomao felt a sense of despair. He wasn't unaware of what Chi Jun'an wanted, but he didn't want to give in.

But Chi Jun'an was so assertive this time and showed no sign of backing down.

"Or, Director Yang, you can consider selling me the shares you hold," Chi Jun'an glanced at him indifferently and made it clear. "I'll offer you a reasonable price for your shares, so you can pay back the money you owe the company."

"Chi Jun'an, do you really have to do this?" Yang Guomao gritted his teeth.

If he agreed, he would be kicked out of the board of directors by Chi Jun'an! After all, what right did a shareholder who no longer held shares in the company have to stay on the board of directors?

He had really underestimated Chi Jun'an. Chi Jun'an had clearly set a trap for him to fall into!

In the end, he would get nothing. On the contrary, Chi Jun'an would get his shares without spending a penny!

"Director Yang can also choose not to pay back the money. But then, your shares will still be liquidated. And the price at that time may not be as generous as the one I'm offering you," Chi Jun'an said indifferently.

These words were the last straw that broke the camel's back.

Chi Jun'an's resolute and efficient actions left Yang Guomao frustrated, with no hope of competing with him. Now, he had no choice but to accept Chi Jun'an's terms.

He finally realized clearly how terrifying an enemy Chi Jun'an was and how powerless he was in the face of Chi Jun'an!

"Can I think about it?" Yang Guomao said reluctantly.

"Or, Director Yang, you can think about it in a different environment?" Chi Jun'an smiled, the threat in his words obvious.

"... I accept your terms," Yang Guomao said in a trembling voice.

Chi Jun'an calmly opened the drawer and took out a document prepared in advance. "In that case, please sign it."