Complete Lockdown!

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Chen Xinguang was skeptical but still wanted to verify the truth, so he said, "Alright, I'll take it."

Chen Xinguang had met Shishui and knew what her voice sounded like. He could instantly judge whether a call was from her.

"Hello, this is Chen Xinguang."

"Mr. Chen This is Shangguan Shishi. Our Jirong's CEO is currently negotiating an acquisition with you, right"

Upon hearing the voice, Chen Xinguang immediately stood up in disbelief. It was indeed Shangguan Shishi's voice.

"Um, President Shangguan, I didn't expect it to be really you," said Chen Xinguang.

"Mr. Chen, my CEO can represent me anytime and anywhere at Jirong International. His intentions are mine. Please do us a favor."

Chen Xinguang was drenched in sweat: "It's nothing, it's what I should do."

"Then I'll leave it to you." With that, Shangguan Shishi hung up.

Holding his phone, Chen Xinguang stared at Wang Zheng’s face in a daze. Could this young man really be the senior vice president of Jirong International Group Perhaps his true identity was as a kept man by Shangguan Shishi

"Mr. Chen, what's your take" Wang Zheng glanced at his watch and said, "It's already 7:40 PM now. If possible, could you notify the website to publish this press release right away "

Chen Xinguang was torn between a rock and a hard place. On one side was the formidable Shangguan family, while on the other was the First Family of China, the Su family. This put him in an extremely difficult situation.

If he didn't publish the press release, then the Shangguan family would acquire Langxin Network, thereby confiscating his years of hard work. But if he did publish it, the Su family could turn around and destroy him, even leaving no place for him to be buried.

After carefully weighing the pros and cons, Chen Xinguang gritted his teeth and said, "Mr. Wang, Miss Mingqi, you're really asking too much of me. I'm afraid I can't comply."

"Are you sure about that, Mr. Chen" A cold smile appeared on Wang Zheng's face: "What was a simple matter has been made complicated by your overthinking. In fact, I've also complicated matters myself."

"Why The acquisition of Langxin Network was something that Jirong International had been planning for a long time. It was just a matter of when it would happen. I originally wanted to give you some face, but now it seems like it was unnecessary."

Wang Zheng's voice made Chen Xinguang feel inexplicably cold: "What do you want"

Wang Zheng smiled slightly and picked up his phone, saying, "Help me take over the control of Langxin Network. Publish the article within twenty-four hours."

Huo Yan on the other end sighed: "Alright, I'm your dedicated enforcer now."

"That's an honor for you."

"At least call me big brother; there’s no need to be so disrespectful," Huo Yan was quite indignant about Wang Zheng's habit of taking advantage.

"Alright, I'll treat you to drinks another day," seemingly ignoring Chen Xinguang's stunned expression on the other end, Wang Zheng continued unperturbed.

“I happen to have time tomorrow,” as soon as he heard about drinking, Huo Yan’s voice became even louder: "At least bring ten-year-old Wuliang Liquor; I’ve been banned from drinking by my wife for a long time."

"But I’m having dinner with a beautiful woman tomorrow," after Wang Zheng said this, he hung up the phone directly, leaving Huo Yan looking rather bitter.

In the room with dim yellow lighting, wearing an overalls suit, Huo Yan held his phone and shook his head with a wry smile: "This guy is really troublesome."

Before Huo Yan stood five rows of workstations, nearly 160 to 170 computers. Everyone was either typing away or talking into their microphones. This place was one of the most confidential locations in the People's Republic of China—The National Security Bureau Emergency Command Center.

Deep underground, this facility had the authority to urgently mobilize all resources of the People’s Republic of China at a moment's notice. Even the once secretive Dragon Scale Special Forces would have to follow orders from this command center in times of utmost urgency; it held the ultimate interpretation rights for every action.

Huo Yan was currently the head of the National Security Bureau Emergency Command Center. Of course, this was just his public identity. As one of China’s most outstanding spies, Huo Yan also served as the leader of a secret special agent unit under the security bureau and had opportunities to emerge from the shadows onto the stage. Coupled with his lineage that would make others look up in awe, if Huo Yan wished, he could undoubtedly become the youngest Minister of State Security ever.

However, Huo Yan chose to refuse these opportunities. With a loud voice and impressive appearance, he preferred to remain in the shadows.

Many who knew his situation felt sorry for him. After all, the He family was an extraordinary clan that had produced a Marshal of the Republic, although they were victims of political struggles during turbulent times and fragmented as a result. However, their influence remained significant; to avoid suspicion, though relocated from Beijing, they still controlled Southeast coastal areas without any opposition. It wasn't for nothing—their late marshal’s glorious military history and unjust death made them untouchable.

Huo Yan was the most outstanding figure among the younger generation of the He family. Since childhood, he received training from his great-grandfather Marshal He and joined the Chinese People's Liberation Army at fourteen years old. After three years in regular forces, he entered special forces where he trained for another three years before joining state security to become one of China’s most promising new faces.

To suppress the overconfident agents of State Security for so long, He Yan's reputation within the organization had reached an unparalleled level, and his methods were unmatched as well. Even the current minister of State Security would treat He Yan with respect when they met; this was all due to his strength.

According to the He family's plan, He Yan should have already stepped forward by now. However, for some unknown reason, he insisted on staying in the shadows and refused any persuasion from others. Only He Yan knew the true reason behind it, though Wang Zheng might also know.

The truth was quite simple: He Yan wanted to help Longlin seek revenge to atone for his careless mistake four years ago.

Memories flashed before He Yan's eyes like smoke, and as he recalled those scenes, his fists clenched tightly.

A middle-aged man with glasses approached him and said, "Boss, shall we proceed with the takeover I just need to press Enter for full control of Langxin Network."

"Full control. As for the duration..." He Yan paused before continuing: "Seal off access to Langxin Network for forty-eight hours."

Wang Zheng had given him twenty-four hours, but He Yan doubled it.

"Boss, this is the first portal website of our country. Is it really necessary to seal it off" The agent hesitated.

"I pay you to work, not to talk nonsense," He Yan kicked the agent in the buttocks and said with a bad temper: "It’s just restricting backend updates; regular browsing won't be affected. They can’t publicize this internally either, so what are you afraid of"

"Heh heh." Rubbing his sore butt, the agent grinned: "Working under Boss is thrilling. When will we take down US government networks too"

“Li Qi, you’re well past thirty. If you keep acting like this, don’t be surprised if I send you to the front lines.” He Yan walked away without another word.

"Take over Langxin Network" Chen Xiguang was initially shocked by Wang Zheng’s news but then shrugged and laughed: "Mr. Wang, are you joking My company hires top-notch tech talent for website maintenance; its security is no less than that of the government network. How can it be compromised like this"

Wang Zheng didn’t mind: "General Manager Chen, if my guess is correct, your phone should ring within five minutes."

True to Wang Zheng’s words, Chen Xiguang's phone rang shortly after.

Looking at the caller ID and glancing at Wang Zheng, Chen furrowed his brows before answering.

"Mr. Chen, something's wrong! The website has been hacked and we can't update it!"

The caller was the CEO of Langxin Network’s technology department, who had studied abroad in America; he too seemed to be at a loss.

“Can’t even crack our backend system” Chen Xinguang asked grimly.

"Even our backend systems are locked down. All computers in the tech department were infected with viruses simultaneously, and we’re currently working hard on restoring them,"

After hanging up, Chen Xinguang believed Wang Zheng’s words; cold sweat dripped from his forehead.

"Mr. Chen, how is it" With a smile, Wang Zheng said: "I generally don’t lie, especially not to men."

"What do you want" Chen Xinguang asked dejectedly.

“I didn't ask for anything; I gave Mr. Chen the option 15 minutes ago but he declined it. Since that’s how things are, there's nothing more to say. The only thing left is for me to publish the press release myself.”

"And," Wang Zheng picked up the envelope in his hand and tore it into pieces: "the article I’m releasing isn’t this one; instead, it’s an even harsher statement written by myself. This article should now be displayed prominently on Langxin's homepage with the largest font possible."

Wang Zheng didn't pay any attention to the dejected Chen Xinguang sitting in his seat and pulled Zhang Mingqi’s hand as he turned around to leave.

When they reached the door, Wang Zheng told a waiter: "Miss, this table's bill is on Mr. Chen."

...

The technology department of Langxin Network was located in the top floor of the Langxin Building and was the most crucial part of the company; unauthorized executives would not be able to enter.

Dozens of technically skilled personnel with overseas education backgrounds were sitting dejectedly at their desks, facing the huge grinning face displayed on their computer screens, looking helpless.

"Boss, all backend systems are locked down. We tried various methods but couldn’t break through!" The voice of the technology department’s CEO was tinged with helplessness: "This has to be a malicious attack; should we report it"

"Report Report your ass!" Chen Xinguang roared from his end of the phone. "Langxin won't belong to me tomorrow anyway! you're here" The tattooed man immediately changed his expression and respectfully said when he saw that the person sitting in the Porsche was none other than Yao Erqiu."You... how did you end up here...