Beauty Chairwoman’s Bodyguard Expert

Capítulo 1529: Chapter 1522: Bai Zhiqing’s Dominance

“I’m not used to being under the spotlight. I’ll just find a random place to sit and watch from there.”

Lu Tianxing shook his head. He had no interest in exposing himself to everyone’s gaze, and besides, Bai Zhiqing had mentioned at home that he was only responsible for ensuring their safety, not going on stage.

“Alright then! I’ll head out first, old friend. Remember, my body misses you.”

As she spoke, Lin Yafei twisted her sensual waist like a seductive woman, walked up to Lu Tianxing, blew a fragrant breath on his cheek, and then walked out with a charming smile.

Lu Tianxing watched Lin Yafei’s disappearing figure with a dark expression on his face, a bitter smile flashing across his heart. He shook his head, said nothing more, and entered the press conference from another direction.

At this moment, the entire venue was filled with journalists, and there were quite a few cameras at the back aimed at the front, seemingly preparing for a live television broadcast.

In the front, there was a table where Bai Zhiqing and Lin Yafei sat at the center, with Lin Qianru and Luan Hongyue sitting on either side.

Bai Zhiqing’s gaze swept across the hall, and when she noticed Lu Tianxing standing among the crowd, she paused slightly, then came back to her senses and slowly spoke into the microphone, “Good morning, journalist friends. Thank you for coming all the way here. I know you all have many questions to ask, and now you can go ahead and ask them. We will provide you all with satisfactory answers.”

With that, Bai Zhiqing casually pointed at a journalist.

The journalist who stood up asked directly, “Mr. Bai, I am a reporter from Jiulang Net. I have a question for you. Rumor has it that Bai’s Group managed to easily defeat Dingtian Group and Jiang Feng Group this time, not only with the help of Lin Group and Shen Group, as well as a mysterious overseas fund, but also by secretly employing underhanded tactics, like hiring hackers to attack the company networks of Dingtian Group and Jiang Feng Group, causing them to fail miserably. What do you have to say about this, Mr. Bai?”

The journalist’s question echoed in the hall, and everyone’s brows furrowed involuntarily. The topic was too sharp, and if answered poorly, it could significantly damage the reputation of Bai’s Group.

Upon hearing the journalist’s question, Bai Zhiqing’s expression didn’t change at all. She merely glanced at the journalist and said lightly, “I’m not sure what this journalist considers as legitimate means.”

“Of course, it means fair and aboveboard business competition.”

The journalist’s eyes gleamed with excitement upon hearing Bai Zhiqing’s words. As long as she answered his question, he had the chance to trap her in his pit, and then uncover such a big news story would mean promotion and a raise, regardless of the formidable Bai’s Group. His employer, Jiulang Net, didn’t fear Bai’s Group either.

Moreover, before attending this press conference, someone had secretly given him a sum of money to make things difficult for Bai Zhiqing during the conference. Even if things go south with Bai’s Group, he could always flee abroad. That sum of money was enough for him to live lavishly for the rest of his life, rendering him unafraid of Bai’s Group.

“Fair and aboveboard means?”

Bai Zhiqing glanced at the journalist and said with a slight smile, “According to your claim, when engaging in business battles with the opponent, should I inform them of the tactics I’m planning to use, the amount of capital utilized, when to strike, and when to retreat? Does your ‘fair and aboveboard’ mean divulging all our company’s plans to the opponent, allowing them to set traps for us to walk into? Journalist, you should be grateful you’re living now and not in ancient times; otherwise, every Qingming Festival, you’d probably be climbing a hill to pay respects to yourself.”

The journalist, feeling Bai Zhiqing’s assertive and sarcastic tone, turned pale and took a deep breath, saying, “Mr. Bai, please don’t distort my meaning. My question concerns whether Bai’s Group used improper means during the financial competition?”

“What are improper means? I wonder where you heard that Bai’s Group employed such tactics. If you have evidence, please present it. If not, keep your mouth shut. Otherwise, Bai’s Group’s legal department has the right to sue you anytime. Defaming a company’s reputation, I think, is something you can’t afford, journalist!”

Bai Zhiqing’s expression remained unchanged, still with an indifferent demeanor.

Upon hearing Bai Zhiqing’s words, the journalist didn’t show any fear. Instead, a strong gleam of joy flashed in his eyes, and he opened his mouth again, “Mr. Bai, can I treat your words as a threat to me?”

If Bai Zhiqing agreed, he could immediately send the news to Jiulang Net, with a title like “The Chairman of Bai’s Group admits to using improper means in business competition and threatens journalists against speaking nonsense.”

“Threaten you? Are you worth my threat?”

Bai Zhiqing coldly glared at the journalist, stating with a calm tone, “I’ll repeat myself: If you believe Bai’s Group used improper means, then present evidence. If you can’t, then don’t speak recklessly. Otherwise, Bai’s Group reserves the right to hold you accountable. If you don’t believe me, you’re welcome to try.”

Hearing Bai Zhiqing’s words, the journalist’s face changed, revealing a hint of fear. Looking around and seeing no one willing to help him, his expression grew increasingly unpleasant, and he sat back down silently.

His earlier arrogance was because he’s a journalist, considered the king without a crown. If Bai Zhiqing dared to say or do anything, he could unite the other journalists against her. But seeing no one speaking up for him, making a scene now would be terribly risky.

“Impressive.”

Sitting in the crowd, Lu Tianxing had been watching this unfold, silently admiring Bai Zhiqing. This was the true Bai Zhiqing, truly impressive. Claiming Bai’s Group used improper means requires evidence, and without it, it’s defamation. If you misrepresent, we’ll see you in court. With Bai’s Group’s resources, dealing with a journalist is effortlessly easy.

Bai Zhiqing glanced at the journalist, saying nothing more, but turned her gaze around and continued, “The question from this journalist has been answered. We are a company, not saints, so please refrain from asking questions that even children would laugh at. Let’s have the next journalist ask.”

After speaking, Bai Zhiqing pointed at a female journalist wearing glasses.

The female journalist looked momentarily surprised, then excitedly stood up, holding the microphone and asking, “Mr. Bai, as far as I know, Bai’s Group has made a substantial profit this time. Rumor has it your personal wealth could almost place you in the top ten of China’s rich list, potentially making you the richest if fixed assets are included. Could you tell us specifically how much you’re worth now?”

Bai Zhiqing smiled faintly at the question, “Regarding my net worth, I’m not sure, nor have I researched it in detail. I don’t concern myself with that. However, there’s a saying: ‘Take from the people, use for the people.’ From the profits Bai’s Group earned this time, we plan to use a significant portion to build the Tianhe Resort, striving to make it a world-renowned destination. Additionally, we will partner with the Rose Charity Foundation to establish a new charity fund, named the Hope Charity Foundation, symbolizing hope, with Bai’s Group injecting a one-time sum of 10 billion as charity funds.”

“What, we’re putting in 10 billion for charity? Did I hear that correctly?”

“Impressive, truly impressive! I doubt anyone in China has single-handedly donated 10 billion to charity.”

“A conscientious company, truly a conscientious company. Henceforth, Bai’s Group is my ideal of a conscientious company, and Chairman Bai Zhiqing is my ideal goddess.”

As soon as Bai Zhiqing finished her words, the entire press conference was in an uproar. They couldn’t imagine Bai Zhiqing would so confidently allocate 10 billion for charity.

For ordinary people, 10 billion is astronomical, and even for some companies, earning 10 billion might take decades. How could they imagine Bai Zhiqing would allocate 10 billion in one go for charity? Globally, few exhibit such boldness.

Not only was the entire hall stunned, but even the special live streaming platforms were shocked. Ten billion, something ordinary people can’t earn in ten lifetimes, was now given away at once. This required immense courage.

Soon, the entire live stream was bursting with comments, various exclamations making it dizzying, hard to keep pace. Yet most of them were 666 or praises for Bai Zhiqing’s assertiveness. Of course, some skeptics thought she was grandstanding. After all, globally, few possess such audacity, donating 10 billion solely for charity.