Chapter 3

Monday morning, Doudou Bear Company Building.

“Morning, Engineer Wen.”

“Morning, Engineer Wen.”

Wen Yan smiled and nodded, “Morning.”

As soon as Wen Yan sat down at his workstation, Gu Yi called him to the office.

“During the two days you took annual leave, the boss and I had a small meeting. Now, funds are tight, and the boss plans to temporarily halt the development of the game ‘Find’ and focus all energy and manpower on ‘Harem 3000’.”

Wen Yan pursed his lips, “Before deciding to make ‘Find’, we conducted market research. Although this type of puzzle game isn’t as directly stimulating as ‘Harem 3000’, it still has a target audience. If the art is exquisite and the concept profound, maybe…”

“You said ‘maybe’ yourself,” Gu Yi replied, “Maybe means there’s a risk. Business is tough now, so of course, we have to choose the safer ‘Harem 3000’.”

“General Manager Gu…”

Gu Yi stood up, “It’s just a temporary halt. Once ‘Harem 3000’ is launched and we have sufficient funds, we can continue.”

The office door knocked.

“A company memo will be issued later. By then, you and Yu Qing will be co-leaders of ‘Harem 3000’. The boss still has high regard for your abilities.”

“Alright, you can go out now.”

Back at his workstation, Liu Ren slid over on his chair, “Boss, are we just giving up?”

Wen Yan’s team gathered around.

“I worked so hard on this game that my period stopped coming, and now they say we’re not doing it anymore?”

“That ‘Harem 3000’ is just a borderline game. Maybe some alphas will like it, but omegas will definitely find it uncomfortable. Our market research clearly shows that omegas are the main consumers.”

“The economy is bad now, but we can’t just cater to the lower market like this…”

Wen Yan stopped her from speaking recklessly, “This is the company.”

“Fine, I won’t mention it.” Chang Jing crossed her arms, “What about you?”

“We followed you because you’re the most emotionally invested in this game. Are you really willing to give it up?”

Before officially joining the ‘Harem 3000’ production team, Gu Yi had Wen Yan hold a meeting with his team and Yu Qing.

The meeting mainly involved Yu Qing explaining the progress of ‘Harem 3000’ to Wen Yan.

After the meeting, Gu Yi said to Wen Yan, “With you helping Yu Qing, this game will definitely be completed better.”

Yu Qing couldn’t help but roll his eyes. It was as if the game couldn’t be done well without Wen Yan.

He and Wen Yan never got along, and now he wanted to make things difficult for him.

He knew Wen Yan was best at game character design, so he deliberately showed him the omega characters in the game wearing revealing clothes and making suggestive moves.

“Engineer Wen, this game is specifically made for alphas. Only alphas understand what alphas like to see. Can an ordinary beta like you understand?”

Wen Yan smiled good-naturedly, “I don’t understand.”

Yu Qing snorted, “Since you don’t understand, make the remaining NPCs according to my standards. The back of the neck should be faintly visible, the legs shouldn’t be covered, and the expression must be shy… Got it?”

The production team, all alphas, laughed in unison after Yu Qing finished speaking.

Wen Yan’s team, except for Liu Ren who was a beta, were all omegas and looked at Yu Qing with disgust.

Yu Qing raised an eyebrow, with a look that said, “This is how I am, what can you do about it?”

In the office break room.

“Today, I followed them to design dialogue. An omega actually called an alpha ‘master’ and they set up ‘O Virtue’ for omegas. It’s disgusting, like swallowing a fly. The key is that some alphas actually like this…”

Chang Jing’s face was livid.

“I’m an alpha and I can’t stand it. These people are ruining the reputation of alphas.”

“Engineer Wen, I really can’t take it.”

Wen Yan sipped his coffee and opened a news article.

“Don’t worry, just endure for a few days.” Wen Yan said softly.

Chang Jing’s eyes lit up, “Boss, do you have a plan?”

“…Yeah.”

Wen Yan’s abilities were well-known. Since he said so, he must have a plan. The two felt reassured, and their disgusted mood improved significantly.

“Go back to work, don’t let Yu Qing catch any mistakes.”

Chang Jing and Liu Ren left, leaving Wen Yan alone in the break room.

The break room was divided by a wall, with the coffee area outside and the resting area inside.

Wen Yan sat inside, scrolling with the mouse.

Someone came in outside, got coffee, and started chatting without noticing Wen Yan.

“I heard Engineer Wen used to be a university teacher, but something happened, and he ended up here.”

“A university teacher? That’s such a good job. What happened that made him come here to be a workhorse?”

“I think his brother… disappeared.”

“Disappeared? He’s been here for two years. If he’s been missing for two years, he’s probably… you know.”

“Keep it down, I just heard…”

After a while, the two left, and the break room quieted down again. Wen Yan’s long eyelashes drooped as he stared at the computer screen, looking a bit desolate.

“You’re planning to go to the Venture Investment Conference to seek investment?” Gu Yi frowned.

The Venture Investment Conference is essentially a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their products to attract investors. It’s an opportunity for Wen Yan.

“Is Yu Qing targeting you?” Gu Yi asked.

“We have different game design philosophies.” Wen Yan said softly.

“You really are…” Gu Yi sighed, “Actually, the boss had this idea too.”

“In that case, give it a try.”

*

Lin Corporation Office Building.

Executive Office.

“Lin Chuanwu, don’t forget, I’m your uncle.” Lin Wuyou gritted his teeth, “I just used a little money. I’ll pay it back once I make a profit. Are you planning to remove me from my position?”

The man standing by the window slowly turned around.

The top alpha had an exceptionally tall and strong physique, with bulging muscles stacked one on top of the other. His hair was meticulously combed back, revealing deep-set eyes and tightly pressed thin lips, handsome yet exuding a violent aura.

Even after seeing this face for over a decade, Lin Wuyou was still terrified by the man.

He never imagined that the once weak child would turn into such a fierce wolf.

Lin Chuanwu walked up to him, looking down from above.

“Qiu Yi, gather the evidence of his embezzlement over the years and report it.”

“Lin Chuanwu, you can’t do this to me!”

Qiu Yi dragged him away.

The office quieted down, and Lin Chuanwu’s head started to ache again, the pain making his expression sinister, exuding a dangerous and restless aura.

Lin Family Old Residence.

Lin Xiangyi said, “He didn’t squander the money; he used it for legitimate purposes. Once he pays it back, why take it to court? Even if you don’t acknowledge him as your uncle, you should let it go for your father’s sake.”

“I’ll cover the money he embezzled, and from now on, he won’t be allowed in the corporation. Let’s consider this matter settled.”

Lin Chuanwu leisurely cut his steak.

After a while without a response, Lin Xiangyi grew uneasy, “Are you planning to take this to your grandfather?”

“Fifty million in total.” Lin Chuanwu wiped his mouth.

Such a large amount made Lin Xiangyi gasp, and he couldn’t help but feel angry at Lin Wuyou.

Lin Chuanwu sneered, stood up, and put on his coat, “I’m leaving.”

“Wait.”

“I have one more thing to say.” Lin Xiangyi stopped him.

“Your brother had a marriage agreement with the Lin family. Your brother is gone, but the agreement must continue. We plan to have you marry the Lin family’s youngest son, who is a high-quality omega and a good match for you.”

“I discussed this with your grandfather, and he agrees.”

Lin Chuanwu glanced at him.

“…” The air faintly carried the scent of pheromones. Although Lin Xiangyi was also an alpha, he felt suppressed, pained, and horrified, regretting ever letting him into the Lin Corporation, making him such a formidable presence.

Lin Xiangyi composed himself, “Since you took over the Lin Corporation in place of your brother, you must bear his responsibilities. Marrying the Lin family’s youngest son is beneficial for both the Lin and Lin families. Don’t be willful anymore.”

“Marriage…” Lin Chuanwu repeated the word, suddenly recalling a pair of clear eyes, his throat tightening.

“In a few days, we’ll arrange for you to meet the Lin family’s youngest son. You two should get to know each other.”

As soon as Lin Chuanwu left, Weng Yuzhu came out.

Weng Yuzhu looked sorrowful, “Is Chuan Yi back?”

“Yes, Chuan Yi is back.” Lin Xiangyi comforted her, helping her back to her room.

In the extended Lincoln car.

“We haven’t found that beta yet. We’ve almost turned over all the land in Qing City.” Qiu Yi reported in a low voice.

Lin Chuanwu lifted his eyelids.

Cold sweat instantly broke out on Qiu Yi, “Maybe… maybe he’s not from Qing City, just like us, just a tourist. I’ll expand the search area with Qiu Tian. Don’t worry, Mr. Lin, we’ll find him.”

Lin Chuanwu nodded.

“Mr. Lin, there’s one more thing,” Qiu Yi flipped through emails, “The North City Development Zone is hosting a Venture Investment Conference and invited you to attend.”

“Should we go?”

“Let’s take a look.” Lin Chuanwu closed his eyes again.

In the bathroom, steam filled the air, and Lin Chuanwu’s head started to ache again.

He took out a tie—left behind by its owner, still carrying the owner’s cool scent.

Lin Chuanwu rubbed it with his fingertips, growing more and more restless…

Lin Chuanwu’s eyes grew increasingly dark.