dognovel Chapter 507 Family Ties Amidst the Rift
Chapter 507 Family Ties Amidst the Rift
Lin Zhengguo's "heart attack" did not stop Lin Chuyue's progress; on the contrary, it made her even more determined to achieve her goal. She knew that Lin Zhengguo's illness was just a setup, using public opinion to buy him time, and that time was the key to Lin Chuyue's comeback.
However, Lin Chuyue knew very well that this battle was not one she could win alone. She needed more support and more power to fight against Lin Zhengguo's "financial empire," especially Lin Yun. That "sister" who was once connected to her by blood had now become her most dangerous enemy.
“I’ve investigated Lin Yun’s background. Her identity abroad has been concealed through multiple layers of secrecy. She’s no longer the little girl the Lin family raised back then.” Li Zhanchuan analyzed calmly. The documents on the table were piled up like a mountain, and the complex equity structure and bank transaction records made both of them frown.
Lin Chuyue nodded, turned to look at the night sky outside the window, a cold glint in her eyes, "Lin Yun has been looking for an opportunity to come back and take over the Lin family business."
Her voice was low and almost icy. "Moreover, she never believed me. She always thought she was the true heir of the Lin family."
Li Zhanchuan frowned: "How could she possibly have such thoughts? You are Lin Zhengguo's biological daughter."
“But she always felt that Lin Zhengguo shouldn’t have handed the company over to me.” Lin Chuyue’s lips curled into a cold smile. “From childhood to adulthood, she has always been a smart woman who always felt that she was the more suitable person to take over the Lin Group.”
Li Zhanchuan gripped the folder in his hand, a hint of seriousness flashing in his eyes. "She hasn't been back in the country for long, so she probably hasn't been able to fully establish her influence yet."
“She has likely already started.” Lin Chuyue’s eyes flashed as she stood up. “Every step she takes is relentless, and I must strike first.”
She walked to the window, took a deep breath, and said, "I've decided to confront Lin Yun and give her one last chance."
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A few days later, Lin Chuyue contacted Lin Yun through a friend. This time, she didn't hide her identity or resort to any tricks. She knew Lin Yun had seen through all her actions. Rather than continuing to hide, it was better to confront her directly.
"Lin Yun, let's meet." Lin Chuyue's tone was calm, yet carried a sense of determination.
After a moment of silence on the other end of the phone, Lin Yun's voice slowly came through, "Lin Chuyue, are you sure you want to see me?"
“I know what you’re planning, Lin Yun. All you want is control of the Lin Group, and I already have it.” Lin Chuyue’s voice was calm and firm. “Do you think I’d give it to you?”
Lin Yun did not answer. After a moment, she chuckled softly, "What you have may not be what you want."
These words were like a needle, piercing the hidden unease in Lin Chuyue's heart.
She took a deep breath and gritted her teeth, saying, "I won't let you get away with this so easily."
Before the call ended, Lin Yun's voice came again: "Lin Chuyue, don't forget, everyone in the family has choices. If you're not careful, one day you might even be abandoned."
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Lin Chuyue knew that Lin Yun's threat was not unfounded; the hidden power within the Lin family indeed possessed formidable potential. Especially her mother, Shen Fang, who had made numerous arrangements before her death. Lin Yun was merely a pawn in Shen Fang's plan, and every decision she made could potentially alter the course of events.
However, Lin Chuyue knew that if she didn't intervene, the situation would completely spiral out of control.
After discussing it with Li Zhanchuan, she decided to launch a counterattack at the crucial moment when Lin Yun was about to make her move.
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A few days later, Lin Yun finally took the initiative to contact Lin Chuyue and asked her to meet at a high-end restaurant.
Lin Chuyue did not refuse. This time, she did not bring any bodyguards, nor did she plan any traps in advance. She hoped to uncover everything through this meeting.
Inside the restaurant, the lighting was dim, and a faint fragrance filled the air. Lin Chuyue entered the private room, where Lin Yun was already seated, dignified and elegant, almost unchanged from when she first met her.
"You've come." Lin Yun raised her head, revealing a faint smile, but her eyes were unfathomable.
"What do you want from me?" Lin Chuyue got straight to the point, without beating around the bush.
"Things?" Lin Yun smiled, but her tone carried a hint of disdain. "There's nothing between us anymore, Lin Chuyue."
"Is that so?" Lin Chuyue's lips curled into a cold smile. "Then why have you been appearing so frequently by Lin Zhengguo's side these past few days?"
"Don't misunderstand, my relationship with Lin Zhengguo isn't what you think." Lin Yun's tone remained gentle, but the coldness in her eyes did not disappear.
"What do you want to say?" Lin Chuyue frowned slightly, realizing that her provocation might have caused an even bigger uproar.
Lin Yun put down her wine glass, her gaze turning serious. "Don't you think that everything you have now is given to you by others? No matter what, Lin Zhengguo is still my father."
"You seem to know your place now," Lin Chuyue said with a cold smile. "Unfortunately, Lin Zhengguo has always thought of you as nothing more than a pawn that cannot be trusted."
"A chess piece?" Lin Yun chuckled. "Do you think you're the real player? Lin Chuyue, you'll never be able to control the fate of the Lin family."
These words were like a sharp blade, piercing Lin Chuyue's heart. She suddenly realized that Lin Yun's gaze had never been on her future. In Lin Yun's eyes, there was only the Lin family, and Lin Chuyue was merely an opponent she had never given up on.
"You don't understand why I did this." Lin Yun's eyes flickered, her voice low. "Everything I did was for the Lin family."
"For the Lin family?" Lin Chuyue smiled bitterly. "Isn't everything the Lin family has now something I fought tooth and nail for?"
"You're just doing someone else's bidding," Lin Yun said coldly. "You're nothing more than a tool in the hands of Lin Zhengguo and Shen Fang."
These words felt as if Lin Chuyue's heart had been squeezed tightly, causing her immense pain.
"You..." She suppressed her anger, her gaze icy as she stared directly at Lin Yun, "What are you going to do?"
"You are no match for me." Lin Yun's gaze gradually dimmed, carrying a hint of determination. "But I will show you what true power really is."
Lin Chuyue finally realized that this struggle was more complicated than she had imagined.
She whispered, "I won't let you succeed."
Lin Yun smiled and said, "I hope you won't regret it then."
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