Reborn-After-C144
by MarineTLChapter 144: Are You Serious?
“Hello, can I help you?”
Seeing the visitor, Ji Jiaming asked with a puzzled expression.
He clearly remembered that he had already taken down all the recruitment listings from job platforms.
“Of course, I have something important,”
Shen Fei smiled faintly and said softly,
“Hello, everyone. My name is Shen Fei.”
Upon hearing this, everyone fell silent.
They mentally scanned through well-known figures in Shen City but couldn’t associate Shen Fei with anyone famous.
“Mr. Shen, what brings you here?” Ji Jiaming asked.
“I’m here to acquire your company!”
The atmosphere in the room immediately froze after this sentence.
The six of them looked at Shen Fei with astonishment.
He didn’t appear to have much renown, and his simple attire didn’t match the image of a wealthy businessman at all.
“Mr. Shen, stop joking with us,” Ji Jiaming said seriously.
He didn’t believe Shen Fei had the capability to acquire their company.
“I’m not joking!”
Understanding their skepticism, Shen Fei affirmed firmly,
“I’m serious!”
“Have you seen our current state? You still want to acquire us?”
Seeing Shen Fei’s serious expression, Ji Jiaming couldn’t brush him off and let out a bitter laugh.
“I know your situation well. Isn’t your company close to bankruptcy?”
Shen Fei glanced around and stated bluntly.
“…”
That hit them hard.
While they knew their predicament, hearing someone say it out loud still stung deeply.
“If you know that, why acquire us?” Ji Jiaming asked, confused.
When he tried to secure investment earlier, most companies couldn’t turn him away fast enough.
Yet this young man, dressed humbly and not much older than them, came willingly to acquire their company.
It was like something falling from the sky—how could it be real?
“I came here because I’ve done my homework on your company and understand your situation. To develop Tianjue, you sold off all your smaller games. But due to a lack of diversification, you faced funding shortages, which led to your current state…”
Shen Fei spoke calmly but was interrupted by Ji Jiaming,
“So, why do you still want to acquire this company?”
“Because of all of you!”
Shen Fei raised his gaze, his sharp eyes sweeping over everyone.
At that moment, Shen Fei seemed to exude the demeanor of a true boss, radiating an imposing aura that stunned Ji Jiaming and the others.
“What do you mean by that?”
Despite his shock, Ji Jiaming grasped the key point quickly.
“You all had countless easier opportunities, but you chose to bet everything on Tianjue because of your passion. Such dedication to a dream is rare and valuable in today’s world! That’s why I’m willing to acquire your company—to give you a chance!”
Shen Fei’s tone was sincere, and his words carried deep respect for them.
The six of them exchanged glances. Moments ago, they were filled with despair, but now their eyes lit up with hope.
“What are your terms?”
The others couldn’t help but look at Shen Fei with anticipation.
Their expectations for him ran high.
Shen Fei smiled silently under their hopeful gazes.
He then pulled up a chair, crossed his arms, and said seriously,
“Let’s sit down and talk.”
“As I said earlier, I want to acquire your company because of you. More than the company itself, I want the talent that you all possess! I’ll offer 50 million to help you resolve your current crisis. But I also want all of you! Name your salaries, and if I agree, I’ll give it to you!”
“From now on, whatever funding Tianjue needs, just say the word, and I’ll provide it!”
The terms were overwhelming, and the six of them struggled to process what Shen Fei had just offered.
Ji Jiaming and the others stared at Shen Fei in shock.
Fifty million to operate the company and fund Tianjue?
Salaries of their choosing?
And all future development funding covered?
It all sounded too surreal to be true.
Especially for Ji Jiaming, who felt as if he were floating on clouds.
When he had pitched to investors earlier, everyone scoffed at him, calling his plans a pipe dream.
“Do you even know what the mobile gaming market is like now? Aren’t you worried you’ll lose money?”
Ji Jiaming couldn’t understand.
Shen Fei didn’t seem like someone from the gaming industry. Why was he so confident that Tianjue would succeed?
“Of course, I’m concerned, but seeing how passionate you are about your dreams, I think such worries are unnecessary. I, Shen Fei, only invest in high-risk, high-reward ventures. I don’t even look at low-return projects.”
Shen Fei’s calm tone carried absolute conviction.
“So, you’re serious?”
Hearing his resolute words, Ji Jiaming, though momentarily dazed, felt a surge of hope.
This man believed in their efforts.
This man thought their dreams were meaningful and gave them a chance to realize them.
A lump formed in Ji Jiaming’s throat. Today had been an emotional rollercoaster.
“Yes, I’m serious! I, Shen Fei, never make reckless decisions!”
Shen Fei smiled.
“Alright, Mr. Shen, please wait a moment. Let us discuss this.”
With growing respect for Shen Fei, Ji Jiaming’s tone softened considerably.
Shen Fei nodded.
Ji Jiaming then gathered the other five members and entered a meeting room.
…
Meanwhile, on the outskirts of Aowen Town.
The plan to capture the fugitive quietly had failed.
The fugitive, noticing the police presence, had quickly changed his hiding spot.
Fortunately, the townspeople had been warned not to open their doors for anyone, preventing chaos.
During a chase, the fugitive was cornered in a narrow alleyway.
“Damn it! Keep running! Let’s see how far you get!”
Zhong Qi, drenched in sweat, growled at the vicious-looking fugitive.
Under normal circumstances, Zhong Qi could’ve easily run this distance.
But the bulletproof vest he was wearing weighed him down.
As he reached for the first button of his vest, Shen Fei’s words flashed through his mind again.
Taking a deep breath, he pulled his hand back.
“You piece of garbage! You’ve killed fifteen people, and you still think you can run free? Dream on!”
Zhong Qi vented his frustration.
Just then, a side door in the alley opened.
A sleepy, pregnant woman stepped out, yawning.
Upon seeing the scene before her, the woman exclaimed in disbelief,
“Whoa… What’s going on? Did I time travel or something?”