After awakening her X-ray vision, the beautiful CEO couldn't sit still any longer.

Ye Tian took off his glasses and rubbed the bridge of his nose: "Did he know about that ring beforehand?"

"It's hard to say."

Wang Yuyan shook her head, "He was probably fooled and is just showing off."

Maybe he knew, and he just wanted to test my limits.

The result isn't important; what matters is that he saw the result.

She looked out the window at the rapidly receding street scene, her expression grave.

"The optimization techniques here have reached such a level that they can deceive everyone."

The truly valuable pieces that will be handled at the exchange are probably a hundred times more complex than this ring face.

The car merged into the main road traffic.

Wang Yuyan's encrypted communicator suddenly vibrated. She looked down at the screen and saw a brief message from her accompanying intelligence personnel.

Her brows furrowed instantly.

"What's wrong?" Ye Tian noticed.

Wang Yuyan turned the screen towards him; it only displayed one line of text:

"According to reliable intelligence, the person who was tailing you last night seems to be connected to the internal security of Tingtao Pavilion."

Not the Zhao family or other local forces.

Ye Tian's eyes darkened slightly.

Wang Yuyan turned off the screen, looked out the window at the distant harbor shrouded in mist, and lowered her voice:

"It seems that our troubles have already come knocking on our door before the official exchange conference at Tingtao Pavilion."

At that moment, Wang Yuyan's encrypted communicator vibrated again.

"Murong Xue, president of the Murong Group, and her secretary Li Rongrong have also arrived in Yunhai."

I have been invited to attend the Tingtaoge Jade Exchange Conference tonight.

It is said that she obtained a special sample of raw stone.

When Huanyu Deep Mine learned of this, they became very interested in the raw stone sample.

Two conditions were put forward.

Either agree to the transfer, or let everyone see it at the Tingtaoge Jade Exchange Conference.

Murong Xue naturally chose the latter.

Wang Yuyan received another message, the contents of which were even more shocking.

Ye Tian leaned back in his chair, his fingertips unconsciously tapping his knees, when he heard this and suddenly jolted.

"Isn't this commercial blackmail by Huanyu Deep Mining? What kind of background does he have to dare make such a demand of the Murong Group?"

Ye Tian chuckled, his eyes suddenly turning cold.

"As far as I know, Huanyu Deep Mining is one of the top raw stone mining companies in southern Yunnan. It has a mysterious background and is not simple."

It is also the fifth largest shareholder of Murong Group.

Many of Murong Group's new overseas businesses rely on Huanyu Deep Mining.

That's why they dared to use the special clause as leverage to force Murong Xue to bring the raw stone sample onto the stage.

If it doesn't go ahead, Murong Group's new overseas business will immediately fall into a quagmire.

Some shareholders of the Murong Group were just looking for an excuse to impeach Murong Xue.

Wang Yuyan told Ye Tian all the details she knew.

If Murong Xue takes the stage, the mineral sample that is likely related to the mine Ye Tian is going to will be exposed.

Once exposed to the spotlight of the deep pool of clouds, it's like a lamb entering a tiger's den.

"Where is Murong Xue staying? I'm going to find her."

About an hour later, Ye Tian met Murong Xue, whom he hadn't seen for many days.

This stunningly beautiful, icy CEO's complexion was paler than usual at this moment.

Her lips remained rosy, though they were pressed into a slightly hard, straight line.

"Ye Tian?" Murong Xue saw a sudden burst of intense surprise in Ye Tian's eyes.

She stepped forward and hugged him tightly.

The view from the hotel's top suite unfolded through the floor-to-ceiling windows behind her.

The dazzling beauty of the sea of ​​clouds was reflected in her pupils, but it paled in comparison to this man, and could not penetrate the deep, lonely pool in her heart.

Only in this man's embrace could she feel a sense of security she had never felt before.

"What exactly happened?" After the two calmed down, they sat down and Ye Tian asked.

"One clause in our agreement with Huanyu Deep Mining stipulates that the reference samples of raw stones must undergo peer review at a designated stage."

The right to interpret this clause rests entirely with them.

Refusal is a breach of contract. Compensation is secondary; the Murong Group may lose several channel orders it just secured in Southeast Asia.

The orders over there were all negotiated by Huanyu Deep Mining; Huanyu has considerable influence there.

Murong Xue spoke, her voice so steady it was almost imperceptible, but Ye Tian could sense the tension beneath that calm.

"It's an open conspiracy, and there's still no solution."

Ye Tian summarized by leaning his body slightly forward and resting his elbows on his knees.

"Yes, they've already figured out two paths."

Either I go up on stage and place the rough stone reference sample, which is the one I got from that old prospector, on the table.

Regardless of the assessment results, once its unique characteristics are made public, Huanyu Deep Mining will not be the only company eyeing it.

Sharks from Yunhai, and even from all over the country, drawn by the scent, will pounce.

Our plan to secretly investigate that abandoned mine has been completely scrapped.

"Refusing to provide samples of the raw stones will result in being directly accused of breach of contract or even commercial fraud."

Murong Group's reputation in the high-end jewelry raw material market will be severely damaged, and its stock price will fluctuate.

This plays right into the hands of those who want to see the Murong family fall and seize their share of the family's wealth.

Wang Yuyan's analysis was delivered in a cold tone.

Murong Xue gently placed her phone on the coffee table next to her, making a soft "tap" sound.

"That's why the representative from Huanyu was so confident when he reminded Secretary Li through a third party yesterday."

She forced a smile, but there was no genuine joy in the curve. "They gave me a dignified choice:"

With samples of the raw stones, they underwent fair scrutiny from the industry under the watchful eyes of the public.

"This will also allow our colleagues in Yunhai to broaden their horizons and see the treasures of the Murong Group."

"Most importantly, they want to get a closer look at this special raw stone sample and see what secrets it holds."

Ye Tian broke through the last layer of pretense, his tone tinged with mockery.

"Xue'er, with that raw stone sample on you, you're a sitting duck."

However, you are not alone now; you still have me.

A long, drawn-out ship horn sounded from the distant harbor, its sound becoming blurred and muffled as it passed through the double-pane glass, like a sigh.

Wang Yuyan took a deep breath and looked at Murong Xue: "Grandma gave me permission before I left home."

The Wang family is not without a foothold in Yunhai; they can utilize certain resources when necessary.

Huanyu Deep Mining's decision to force you to take the stage this time may not just be a commercial suppression, but more like a demonstration and verification.

Verify whether the owner of this rough stone sample is related to what they are looking for.

Although I hate you, this matter concerns my husband's big plan.

I won't stand idly by when I need help.

Wang Yuyan is a person with a great sense of the big picture. When it comes to Ye Tian's plans, she knows that things should be prioritized.

"Even though you lent a helping hand because of Ye Tiancai, I still thank you."

At this moment, the relationship between Murong Xue and Wang Yuyan finally showed signs of improvement.

Ye Tian was genuinely happy: "I am very gratified to see you all like this."

What Huanyu Deep Mining is doing is no longer a simple business war, but a trap to ensnare prey.

Ye Tian's gaze shifted from Wang Yuyan's face to Murong Xue's face.

He picked up the slightly cooled coffee beside him and took a small sip.

"Refusing this is a bad idea, and following their script is even more foolish."

I want to go on stage, but I can't sing the lines they wrote.

Ye Tian put down his cup, his voice regaining its usual calm and decisiveness.

A glint flashed in his eyes as he continued:

"I have an idea that I'm sure will fool them."