The world is in trouble

Chapter 261 The Last Facebook Night!
"Hello, is Ms. Xiao Momo home?" Lian Zheng dialed Xiao Wanli's number.

Xiao Wanli was taken aback: "Is it Mayor Lian?"

Because he had called that number before.

"It's me." Lian Zheng said, "Lian Yi is leaving the country tomorrow and would like to meet with Teacher Xiao before she leaves. Is that convenient?"

Xiao Wanli fell silent for a while. For a long time, Xiao Wanli had admired Lian Zheng. People who have been in officialdom for a long time, even if they are very upright and honest, will still have a sense of admiration for power. Lian Zheng's rank was much higher than Xiao Wanli's. In addition, he was capable of doing things and maintaining his reputation, which Xiao Wanli had never been able to do. So even though Lian Zheng was a few years younger than him, it did not prevent Xiao Wanli from admiring him.

But now... it seems everything has changed.

“MoMo isn’t home. She went out with her mother; they must have gone for a walk,” Xiao Wanli said.

Lian Zheng: "Okay, I understand."

Xiao Wanli finally couldn't hold back: "Mayor Lian, has this incident had a significant impact on you?"

Because of this incident, two of Lian Zheng's subordinates have been disciplined, one of whom was the second-in-command of Linshan County, who was also Secretary Li, who used to work under Lian Zheng.

Another one was Ke Cheng's subordinate, who was also arrested.

So that's how struggles are; once a knife is raised, there will be bloodshed, more or less. And once a knife is used, there will be injuries, more or less.

So Shu Wan was always indignant, wondering why it was her husband and her daughter who got hurt.

Although it brought Lin Xiao a glorious victory, but...

Lian Zheng: "It has some impact, but at our age, we've long since come to terms with it."

This answer slightly surprised Xiao Wanli.

He regretted asking the question as soon as he did, as it was a bit too forward for someone he didn't know well. He thought Lien Cheng would give a plausible answer, such as nothing to worry about, to trust the organization, and other similar platitudes.

But even the correct characters reveal sincerity.

Xiao Wanli said indignantly, "They actually came to investigate me, so I'll let them investigate. They might as well investigate me thoroughly."

Lian Zheng: "I know Brother Xiao's integrity very well."

Xiao Wanli: "I had originally planned to resign or take sick leave to do what I wanted to do, but now that I've investigated this, I'm not going to resign anymore."

Previously, Xiao Wanli had decided to take charge of the charitable foundation that Lin Xiao had set up for Paopao, because he was indeed the most suitable person and could avoid the ins and outs of his workplace, which would be thankless and exhausting.

However, processing medical retirement takes quite a while, and before we actually got to that point, the truth came out.

Thus, Xiao Wanli's steps came to an abrupt end.

Lian Zheng possessed this charisma that inspired immense trust in others. Even though Xiao Wanli hadn't spoken with him much before, he couldn't help but express his emotions in his presence.

Moreover, there were some things that Xiao Wanli dared not say at home or in front of Xiao Momo, as if saying them would be a complaint.

Despite the harsh words Xiao Wanli and Li Fangfang said to Lin Xiao when they were in Shanghai, it's not a big deal.

But when I got home, I really didn't talk about it anymore.

My daughter's happiness is the most important thing.

Besides, Bubble already has a baby inside her belly.

When you have good expectations in your heart, it's naturally hard to utter harsh words.

So when Xiao Wanli was implicated and investigated, his family silently endured it.

Xiao Wanli couldn't find anyone to confide in, and just then, Lian Zheng called, and he couldn't hold back anymore.

Even if it's not really appropriate, since it's a bit too intimate to talk to someone you don't know well, not to mention the awkwardness between the two of you.

Lian Zheng listened gently, and then very subtly expressed his attitude.

Lian Yi is going abroad and won't be back for several years; the implication is self-evident.

The two talked for more than ten minutes.

Xiao Wanli: "Should I tell Momo after she gets home, or should I... call her now?"

"No need, thank you Uncle Xiao..." Lian Yi, who was standing next to her, immediately chimed in.

Although Xiao Wanli didn't say anything, she still keenly sensed Xiao Momo's vulnerability and pain.

Even though Lian Yi is considered to have a strong mentality, she still suffered so much during this period, let alone Xiao Momo.
After hanging up the phone, Lian Yi said to her parents, "Let's go for a stroll around Linshan No.1 Middle School."

Upon arriving at the gate of Linshan No.1 Middle School, Lian Zheng greeted the gatekeeper very politely.

Linshan No.1 Middle School, as a provincial key school, is basically a closed school.

"Ring ring..." The bell rang.

The whole school suddenly became noisy, and then the school gates were opened.

Today is Friday, and there are no schools tomorrow or the day after, so many students who live on campus and don't live too far from home will take the opportunity to go home.

A crowd poured out of the school gate, from the first year of high school to the third year, with many young faces.

Shu Wan was about to accompany her daughter into the school when her husband, Lian Zheng, stopped her.

"Little Water Drop, shall we wait for you outside the school gate?" Lian Zheng asked.

Lian Yi: "Okay."

Then, she entered the campus alone, walking against the flow of a large group of students, attracting frequent glances from many people.

Almost all the students around her couldn't help but look at her. She was already the school beauty in high school, and she has become even more beautiful in the past few years.

Especially her temperament, which is exceptionally outstanding.

Lian Yi was wandering around with her mind blank, but she found herself unconsciously returning to her original class.

What a coincidence!
The homeroom teacher for this class is still Li Mingchao, and he is once again teaching the graduating class.

As before, even though school had been over for quite some time, Li Mingchao would still extend the class time by a long period of time.

Moreover, he is now the school's dean of students' affairs, while the previous dean of students' affairs, Wang Tiangui, has now become the principal.

For a long time, Li Mingchao would always talk about Lin Xiao in class, and the students were so used to hearing it that they were sick of it.

But in recent months, he has hardly spoken at all.

Of course, it's not about hitting a high and then falling to the bottom, nor is it about feeling there's a risk. It's just that Lin Xiao is currently in the eye of the storm, and there's no need to add fuel to the fire.

He was shocked when he witnessed Lin Xiao and Xiao Momo's relationship, but he never mentioned it to anyone.

But this time... after seeing the news online, he immediately knew that the rumor was not a rumor.

Even more horrifying.

Lin Xiao, oh Lin Xiao!
You've managed to snag both of the most beautiful girls at Linshan No. 1 High School; you're really defying all conventions!

What should we do next? As your teacher, I'm really worried about you.

At this moment, Li Mingchao turned around and immediately caught sight of Lian Yi, and couldn't help but be slightly surprised.

Immediately afterwards, he suppressed his astonishment, as if he hadn't heard anything about it and knew nothing at all.

Then he nodded slightly in greeting.

Lian Yi nodded in greeting, then waved and turned to leave.

She doesn't seem to have the courage to have a pleasant conversation with old friends right now.

We then drove around the school for about two laps.

The entire campus is about a hundred acres. She walked very slowly, taking more than an hour, until night fell.

Then she walked out of the school, got into her car, and slowly drove away.

When the car had driven a few dozen meters, she happened to see two figures under the dim yellow lights outside.

One of them was so familiar.

It's Xiao Momo!
Her mother, Li Fangfang, was accompanying her for a walk, but perhaps because of the fear of gossip, or perhaps because she had too many acquaintances at Linshan No. 1 Middle School, she didn't go to the campus to relax until it got dark.

This... was actually almost four years later, when Lian Yi saw Xiao Momo for the first time.

Although I can't see clearly.

But at first glance, I still found Teacher Xiao to be as charming as ever.

Even a scene involuntarily popped into my mind.

At that time, he and Lin Xiao were walking under the streetlights when they passed Xiao Momo's house. She happily went up and down the stairs, took out the castle, and wanted to return it to its rightful owner.

So...

Lian Yi actually brought that princess castle home.

At that time, although Xiao Momo was a teacher, she was still trying to bring Lin Xiao and Lian Yi together.

So even now, Lian Yi doesn't know how or when the relationship between Lin Xiao and Xiao Momo started.

She never asked, and Lin Xiao never mentioned it.

This time, she wanted to meet with Xiao Momo largely because she wanted to get to the bottom of things.

But now it seems that it is no longer needed.

We can probably deduce something from Xiao Momo's post alone.

When Xiao Momo was in mortal danger, Lin Xiao, who was still very thin at the time, stepped forward to protect the three thugs from their sharp blades.

Lian Yi peered through the car window for over ten seconds before turning around.

Perhaps it's fine as it is; just taking a look is enough.

Even if we actually met, we might not be able to say a single word.

The next day...

Lian Yi departed from Xiaoshan Airport, leaving China for the United States.

Lian Zheng instinctively wanted to send a text message to Lin Xiao, but ultimately deleted the message.

In fact, Xia Xi knew, Li Shuang knew, and even Lin Xiao knew Lian Yi's specific flight details.

However, none of them did anything.

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The evening of April 5.

The third annual Facebook Night has officially begun!
Truly the center of attention.

This year's Facebook Night lineup wasn't as impressive as the previous one, which featured global superstars.

But this time, none of the international superstars were invited.

even……

The organizers didn't actively invite these celebrities; on the contrary, many big stars and directors contacted Flash Entertainment, requesting to participate.

Therefore, this year's red carpet was exceptionally star-studded.

There are over a hundred well-known ones.

After all the celebrities left, the final group to appear were all big shots.

Alibaba's two bosses, Jerry Yang of Yahoo! Group, Masayoshi Son of SoftBank Group, Amy of Sony Columbia, Tom of Sony Classics, Mikyeong Lee of CJ Entertainment, Tim Sweeney of Epic Games, Hideo Kojima of KONAMI, and so on.

Ding Yuanzhi's senior sister has finally rejoined the team.

There was no need to play the trick of three years followed by another three years, and it wouldn't arouse any suspicion, since the Renren Games team was in disarray at the time, and a small number of people joined the Lightning Games camp.

do not know why?
Once she joined Lightning Games, she became the most beautiful programmer.

Damn, she's never enjoyed this kind of treatment before.

Of course, in the game of Lightning, you have a super beautiful girl, a campus beauty, like that top-tier beauty from the philosophy department, who suffers from depression.

However, she belongs to the Lightning Art Institute, but sometimes she needs to serve the Lightning Games.

At first glance, the entire Lightning Game is filled with otaku.

Ding Yuanzhi is a single red dot amidst a sea of ​​green.

She received unprecedented attention. This year's Facebook Night featured twenty slots for the Flash Game, and aside from the executives who needed to attend, the rest were decided by vote.

Ding Yuanzhi received the most votes.

Having always dressed like a boy, she wore a dress and high heels for the first time.

She regretted it almost as soon as she walked ten meters.

Wearing a skirt makes me feel awkward all over.

Wearing high heels, she felt like a clown.

But... that's really just her own opinion.

She actually looks good in a dress because she has fair skin and big eyes.

Being androgynous doesn't necessarily mean being ugly.

Finally, she felt increasingly awkward, as if she could barely walk. She twisted her ankle and fell to the ground.

Suddenly... she almost wished the ground would crack open so she could crawl into it.

At that moment, a figure stepped forward and carefully helped her up.

In his panic, Ding Yuanzhi finally saw who it was. The person looked somewhat familiar, but he couldn't quite place him.

"Li Zhongtian, a student at Tongji University, works as a model for Facebook's advertising."

"Senior Sister Ding, your heel is broken. I'll go find you a pair of shoes."

Ding Yuanzhi: "No need, I won't wear it."

She took off the other high heel as well, and instead of throwing it away, she held it in her hand and walked barefoot.

"You know me?" Ding Yuanzhi asked, puzzled.

Li Zhongtian: "Several years ago, when you were in the Aurora University Game Club, I went there with Lin Xiao."

Ding Yuanzhi tried hard to recall, but found he couldn't.

Her skirt was still a bit long, so she twisted the broken high heel with her left hand and lifted the skirt with her right.

Li Zhongtian initially wanted to help her carry her broken high heels, but seeing that she was in a great mood and very carefree, he didn't insist and just quietly walked by. The stray dog ​​has finally grown up and learned a new skill.

To be able to understand other people's emotions.

To understand what others need at this moment.

At this moment, Ding Yuanzhi seemed to have found his most comfortable, carefree, and radiant state. So, he didn't need to fawn over him or try to disrupt it; he could just quietly appreciate it.

Therefore, Lin Xiao is right, Senior Sister Zhang Yin really is a very good school.

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Wu Lingxi was getting her makeup done backstage. Before she could finish applying her lipstick, her assistant was feeding her.

It's one of those very small hamburgers, filled with pretty good beef and some leafy greens.

She opened her big mouth wide and ate one bite at a time.

He ate five in one go.

After finishing eating, I started cleaning my teeth and applying whitening strips.

"Stop drawing, I'm having face anxiety," Xia Xi said as she walked in. "And you're dressed like that, are you trying to go for a sexy look?"

This is a black and white two-tone dress with a very bold style that fully reveals the curves.

This dress is really hard for most people to pull off.

She is sexy, outstanding, and full of personality.

Xia Xi was wearing jeans and a silk shirt.

"Back in Lightning Group, I was undoubtedly number one in looks, the pinnacle of beauty. But as soon as you came in, you took my number one spot." Xia Xi: "I used to wear loose jeans, but I changed into a pair that were a bit tight, just to show off my waist and hip curves."

"You've really forced me into this competition. I should have known better than to let you come."

After hearing Xia Xi's words, Li Shuang, who was standing next to her, was displeased: "What do you mean? Don't I pose a threat to you?"

Xia Xi: "Darling, you're the sexiest, the most charming, and you have the biggest butt."

Wu Lingxi looked at her makeup carefully in the mirror.

She and Xia Xi are somewhat different; Xia Xi doesn't care about her appearance, while she does.

and so……

The ceiling for good looks is currently very difficult to break through.

"I don't know why, but I suddenly thought of that banquet a few months ago," Xia Xi suddenly said. "This moment is just like that moment back then."

Immediately, Wu Lingxi glared at her fiercely in the mirror.

Because a grand signing ceremony will also be held tonight.

However, that night, Wu Lingxi betrayed Liao Feng, making him experience the most humiliating moment of his life.

Wu Lingxi: "If you have the guts, why don't you betray Lin Xiao too?"

Xia Xi: "We sisters are born rebellious!"

Although the two were joking, Xia Xi blinked, hiding the tears welling up in her eyes.

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At 7 p.m., the third annual Facebook Night officially began!
Shanghai TV broadcast the entire event, and YouTube also used less mature technology to stream it online.

Truly the center of attention.

The first project was the four-party signing ceremony.

SoftBank Group, Yahoo! Group, Alibaba Group, Lightning Group.

The four bosses signed a strategic agreement.

This scene does seem somewhat familiar, except that at that time, all the investments had not yet been signed, but Liao Feng was already eager to hold this signing ceremony.

This time, the investment agreement between the parties has been fully signed.

The four parties are intertwined, and the total investment has reached nearly two billion US dollars.

Countless cameras and video recorders captured this moment.

Inside the detention center, Liao Feng watched this scene and couldn't help but shed tears.

He was so close to success back then, and he only asked for three hundred million dollars. Now all that glory belongs to Lin Xiao.

Moreover, this strategic cooperation is many times larger.

Masayoshi Son not only invested in Lightning Entertainment and Facebook in the US, but he also invested in that brand-new animation studio once again.

Liao Feng knew this clearly.

This was a strategic partnership involving real money, and from then on, a behemoth of interest groups was born.

From this day forward, Lin Xiao will truly be able to command the wind and rain.

Just look at the celebrities who are here today; this group is the most snobbish and the most astute.

Last year, when Lightning Group sent invitations to these people, they all declined, making excuses and making excuses. But this year, without receiving an invitation, they actively requested to participate, not only for free, but also in a rush to attend.

Next, we will move on to the second item on the agenda.

"Ms. Wu Lingxi is probably very familiar to everyone."

"I am very honored to have invited her to become the CEO of Facebook in the United States and the President of Facebook Overseas!"

Then, from the other side of the stage, Wu Lingxi gracefully walked onto the stage.

Lin Xiao personally handed the letter of appointment to her.

Even though some people had already guessed it, they were still very shocked to see this scene.

Oh my God!
Wu Lingxi used to be Facebook's biggest enemy, a true mortal foe.

Now, they've even joined forces with Facebook?

Liao Feng, inside the detention center, was practically gritting his teeth until they bled, filled with intense jealousy and hatred.

Why? !

You're in Renren Group, serving as the president of Renren Global, and you still retain a significant number of shares in Renren Group.

If you go to Lin Xiao's side, won't you have to start from scratch and expand his territory? Besides, you can't possibly own that many shares, can you?

As a result, you betrayed me.

But Lin Xiao, on the other hand, was quite happy with it?
After receiving the letter of appointment, Wu Lingxi said, "I have three things to say."

"My first sentence is, after fighting with you for so many years, I know all your moves. I feel like I'm pretty good at fighting now."

Wu Lingxi always felt that the person who understood Lin Xiao the most right now was not Xia Xi, but herself, Wu Lingxi.

Because of their long-standing and unforgettable foes, she had thoroughly studied almost every move Lin Xiao made.

So now she is completely eager and impatient to go to Facebook overseas to implement her plans.

I even have a feeling that even Lin Xiao himself might not be my match now.

The second line is: "When a general is in the field, he may disobey the emperor's orders!"

Then, everyone waited for Wu Lingxi's third sentence.

As a result, she took the appointment letter and planned to leave the stage.

Lin Xiao: "And the third sentence?"

Wu Lingxi did not answer him.

This damn woman, she endured everything at Renren Group, but now that she's at Shandian Group, she's acting all high and mighty.

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The Facebook Night event continued with plenty of exciting moments.

All the performances were of an exceptionally high standard, and the lineup of celebrities who took to the stage was truly stellar.

Moreover, the stage design was absolutely stunning.

But everyone felt empty.

Just...that's it?
The first and second Facebook Nights.

Er Gou, the leader of the cult, has released a major work.

Moreover, each Facebook Night is strategic in nature, fully representing the Lightning Group's key deployments for the following year.

Moreover, the fact that each task was completed perfectly is what created the miracle of the Lightning Group and the miracle of Master Er Gou.

Is this third annual Facebook Night, which was the most anticipated event, really so lackluster?

At 9:30, the most spectacular performance ended.

Then, the stage lights went out.

All of this felt just like the first Facebook Night.

A faint beam of light shone on Lin Xiao.

The entire stage was illuminated by only a single, faint light, making Lin Xiao's figure appear and disappear indistinctly.

The hearts of everyone in the room jumped into their throats.

What... what are they trying to do?
After a brief commotion, the entire room fell silent.

“Over the past few years, many people have regarded me as an idol and a spiritual leader.”

"And I felt as if I had achieved unprecedented success."

“Until recently, my image suffered an unprecedented blow and upheaval.”

"My morals and my character have been questioned like never before."

"Of course, with the help of the two men, I quickly regained all my reputation and even became more esteemed."

"Among Er Gou's many fans, I feel like I've become a near-perfect person."

"Thank you to everyone who has elevated me to a pedestal."

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Then came a long silence.

There are many things he didn't say, and couldn't say.

However, he told everything.

"Because so many of you have affirmed and supported me!"

"Then my denial of myself becomes a form of shamelessness and selfishness."

"I can't be so shameless, nor can I be so selfish!"

"Great achievements should not be accompanied by pride; heinous crimes should not be excused by repentance."

"I have neither outstanding achievements nor heinous crimes. Regardless of right or wrong, I have no regrets about everything I have done in the past!"

"In everyone's eyes, I seem to have reached some kind of peak, some kind of high point!"

"But there is no such thing as being lonely at the top, nor is it like walking on thin ice. What is actually in front of me is a fork in the road."

"The past two months have been the loneliest two months of my life. Not because I'm invincible or anything like that, but because I hurt a lot of people."

"Hurting people I don't want to hurt makes me the loneliest."

"But regardless of right or wrong, I have no regrets."

"I would rather endure temporary loneliness than suffer eternal desolation."

"Things should not be perfect, affairs should not be flawless, and people should not be at their peak. This saying is very philosophical, but as a young person, I cannot fully understand it yet."

"I don't believe in the saying 'the moon wanes after it's full,' nor am I suggesting retiring prematurely."

"It's just that I've embarked on a path, which may be wrong, but I've already reached the middle, so I'll keep going."

"They say that though the morning sun has set, the evening glow is not too late. But for me, what is the morning sun, and what is the evening glow?"

"The sun has set, the forest is covered with fallen leaves, and as one walks on, one loses one's way, only to see the bright moon, which seems like an old friend."

"I feel as if I have lived for many, many years, surrounded by lush greenery, yet I love only the bright moon in the sky. But is the moon truly in the sky, or is it reflected in the water? Could there truly be two moons in this world?"

“An elder whom I greatly respect sent me a text message that read: ‘One’s great virtues should not be overshadowed by a single fault.’”

"It means that what I am doing is a great thing. Don't deny yourself because of some flaws, and don't delay this great cause."

"So for the past two months, I've been listening to you."

"You also told me that the sage said: Everyone can become a Yao or Shun."

"I'm not going to listen to that, and I'm not going to do it either."

Then, there was another long silence.

Everyone held their breath. Some people understood Lin Xiao's monologue, but some did not.

Even those who don't understand the words can still sense the emotions conveyed.

My heart started racing, because everyone knew that this pause was about to lead to a very important decision.

About half a minute later, Lin Xiao slowly said, "Hereby, I formally resign from all positions in the Lightning Group!"

"Thank you, Mr. Masayoshi Son, Mr. Jerry Yang, Mr. Ma, and Mr. Tsai."

"Although you were all very shocked and puzzled when I made this decision, you eventually understood me and continued all the previous strategic cooperation."

"Miss Xia Xi will be taking over my duties and responsibilities from now on!"

"I'm not trying to back down, I just have more important things to do."

"Farewell, everyone!"

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Note: This chapter was really hard to write, but I'm finally finished. If any of you have any monthly tickets, could you please give me a few? Thank you so much!
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