Chapter 1399: 1399: Awkward

Chapter 1399: Chapter 1399: Awkward

“Mom, didn’t you hope that I wouldn’t get involved in all this, calling it a big dye vat that might color me if I’m not careful?” Luo Ziling looked at Ling Ruonan, puzzled. “Why are you encouraging me to get involved now?”

“With Feifei involved and her in charge of the specifics, I’m not worried anymore.”

Luo Ziling gave Ouyang Feifei a reproachful glance.

But Ouyang Feifei returned a similar expression, even more aggrieved than Luo Ziling.

“Feifei just told me about our cooperation plans for the new year and also some wealth management plans she made for you. After looking at them, I’m very impressed,” Ling Ruonan said with a pleased smile. “Feifei’s capabilities are really impressive, even more so than mine when I was young.”

“Mrs. Ling, you flatter me!” Ouyang Feifei quickly humbled herself.

“If you have the chance, you should discuss these matters yourselves,” Ling Ruonan smiled and continued to Luo Ziling, “Anyway, your money is with Feifei, so let her handle the investment for this year. If she really wants to establish an entertainment media company with you, you’ll need to have a good talk about the specific details of the cooperation. By the way, Feifei came over today to report on last year’s investment returns as well; it’s something you should be made aware of.”

Luo Ziling glared at Ouyang Feifei, blaming her for not mentioning this when they were together earlier.

Ouyang Feifei ignored Luo Ziling’s look and briefly shared the investment performance of last year.

Since most of Luo Ziling’s money was invested in Lingyun Pharmaceutical’s private offering, and the stock price of Lingyun Pharmaceutical had nearly doubled last year, Luo Ziling’s investment yielded a handsome profit.

Originally, the funds Ling Ruonan entrusted to Ouyang Feifei were 1.3 billion yuan, but now the total assets have reached 3 billion yuan.

“Damn, did you rob a bank or something!” Luo Ziling couldn’t help exclaiming in astonishment.

“The main increase in Lingyun Pharmaceutical’s stock was after the private offering was completed, which means after you received your shares, the stock price tripled,” Ouyang Feifei said calmly to Luo Ziling. “This year Lingyun Pharmaceutical will have a high dividend payout, and barring any accidents, it’ll be about one yuan per share. I’ve calculated roughly, and just from dividends, you’ll earn over one hundred million. I’m planning to use this one hundred million in dividends to collaborate with Fang Dongxun. What do you think of this idea?”

“You decide,” Luo Ziling didn’t voice any objections, “After all, I don’t know much about these things, nor am I very interested.”

“But this is a project you took the initiative to look into,” Ouyang Feifei said, dissatisfied, blaming him for being a hands-off manager.

Ling Ruonan spoke again, “Last year, the three hundred million invested with Wuyue yielded fifty million in income. How about we use that income too, or hand that sum over to Feifei for further investment?”

“No, let’s keep it with Sister Wuyue,” Luo Ziling rejected Ling Ruonan’s suggestion, “Isn’t it better to have diversified investments?”

Ouyang Feifei quickly interjected, “Ziling is right, let Wuyue continue to handle that sum!”

“That’s fine too,” Ling Ruonan didn’t insist.

About half an hour after Luo Ziling’s arrival, Ouyang Feifei proposed to leave, saying she needed to return early today since she had a dinner engagement in the evening.

Ouyang Feifei left around four in the afternoon.

Ling Ruonan was also preparing to leave; she asked Luo Ziling to take her to see Lin Lan.

Luo Ziling agreed.

When they were ready to leave, Ling Ruonan went to the restroom to freshen up and get ready.

Wuyue came in to pack up Ling Ruonan’s things.

Luo Ziling discussed the recent developments with Wuyue.

Ling Ruonan had already talked to Wuyue about transferring the part of the investment under Wuyue’s management over to Ouyang Feifei.

Wuyue was in a bad mood, and it had a lot to do with this matter.

Upon hearing Luo Ziling say that although the matter had not succeeded, he was still allowed to manage the investment of that portion of assets, Wuyue felt somewhat surprised.

However, she did not show it, merely acknowledging with a gentle “I see,” and then saying no more.

“Wuyue, what’s really going on? Why are you giving me the cold shoulder?” Luo Ziling asked, clearly distressed, “What did I do to upset you?”

“Nothing,” Wuyue shook her head, “Don’t talk nonsense, Young Master.”

At this moment, Ling Ruonan came out, causing Luo Ziling to halt his questioning.

Accompanied by Ling Ruonan and Wuyue, Luo Ziling went down the elevator, receiving many stares and greetings from employees, and then joined Ling Ruonan in her private car. The motorcade left the headquarters of Northern Group and drove straight to the hotel where Lin Lan was staying.

When they entered, Luo Ziling was astonished to see not only Shanque present in the room but also Phoenix Residence; their presence was very unexpected.

Shanque and Phoenix Residence were also shocked to see Ling Ruonan, Luo Ziling’s mother.

The situation concerning Ling Ruonan was something Phoenix Residence certainly knew very well, and so did Shanque.

Of course, the one who knew the most was Lin Lan; she had investigated many disreputable acts committed by Ling Ruonan, proving her diligence in this regard.

Although Phoenix Residence had an extraordinary identity, she was after all just an unmarried woman. Despite being older and having experienced quite a lot, she felt somewhat intimidated in the face of Ling Ruonan’s imposing aura.

But being no ordinary person, Phoenix Residence soon regained her composure after a moment of nervousness and introduced herself to Ling Ruonan as a peer. She expressed deep gratitude to Ling Ruonan, saying that she was very thankful for the several instances Luo Ziling had rescued her team members. She had come today to check on Lin Lan’s recovery and to express her thanks to Luo Ziling in person.

“Hmph, such pretense,” Luo Ziling couldn’t help but mutter under his breath, seeing Phoenix Residence’s politeness.

Phoenix Residence, having heard his comment, couldn’t help but feel annoyed, yet she dared not show it in front of Ling Ruonan.

Ling Ruonan also heard it, and she was surprised that Luo Ziling harbored prejudice against the captain of Dragon Rise.

Phoenix Residence was a bit embarrassed; she didn’t expect Luo Ziling to make such remarks in front of Ling Ruonan but, out of concern for face, she couldn’t make a scene.

She knew what kind of person Ling Ruonan was, and therefore didn’t dare to show even a hint of an unusual expression, merely smiling lightly.

After exchanging a few courteous words, Phoenix Residence took her leave, using an excuse that she had other matters to attend to.

Shanque also left with Phoenix Residence, and before departing, she whispered a question to Luo Ziling.

The question was whether Ling Ruonan would consider Lin Lan as a prospective daughter-in-law.

Luo Ziling was caught between laughter and tears.

Luo Ziling did not respond; Shanque left without receiving an answer, appearing somewhat unsatisfied.

Lin Lan, who was awakening there, became extremely nervous upon hearing that Luo Ziling’s mother had come to see her. She struggled to get up from the bed.

But she was only in her nightgown, not wearing underwear underneath; realizing this upon rising, she felt even more embarrassed.

Seeing Lin Lan flustered before her, Ling Ruonan knew that her worries had become reality, and she couldn’t help but sigh softly.