I confess, I am the Mr. Richest
Chapter 399: Why haven’t we received the two hundred million that Kong Xian’s nephew previously donated yet?

Chapter 399: Chapter 399: Why haven’t we received the two hundred million that Kong Xian’s nephew previously donated yet?

Chu Chen turned his head and looked at Kong Yongfeng, asking calmly,

"Kong, the young master is so impressive. I’ve donated a billion, how about you?"

Kong Yongfeng stood frozen in place in response to Chu Chen’s question, not knowing what to say.

At that moment, Kong Yongfeng was completely bewildered.

How did the situation turn out like this?!

Kong Yongfeng really couldn’t figure it out.

A billion, he actually donated a billion?!

Even in the event of a major disaster, individual or corporate donations usually amount to tens of millions, and those over a hundred million are rare.

He thought that by saying he donated three hundred million, he was already impressive.

He believed he would be praised by many, steal the spotlight, and earn a good reputation for himself and the Kong Family.

But then suddenly Chu Chen showed up?!

Donated a billion and even handed over the money to Mr. Li on the spot?!

In an instant, Chu Chen stole his spotlight and became the center of attention.

Kong Yongfeng didn’t know how to counter Chu Chen, a billion was an amount he really couldn’t come up with!

"This Mr. Chu is truly generous."

"Donating a billion, he’s an exemplar for us all."

"I originally thought that the Kong Family and Nephew Kong’s donation of three hundred million was already a lot, I didn’t expect Mr. Chu to donate a billion, incredible."

Praises were coming in waves.

These big shots and wealthy merchants were all very moved.

"A billion?"

Looking at Chu Chen’s check, Mr. Li’s right hand trembled with immense excitement.

Mr. Li had initially guessed that this charity gala might collect donations totaling around five or six billion.

He planned to add some himself, aiming to raise ten billion.

But he never expected that Mr. Chu would donate a billion all by himself!

"Mr. Chu, I represent those children and elderly to thank you."

Saying this, Mr. Li bowed to Chu Chen.

Chu Chen quickly supported him, for Mr. Li’s emotions were absolutely genuine.

A billion was almost a turning point; it wasn’t that Chu Chen was stingy or unwilling to donate more, but because this was Chu Chen’s first time donating here.

Although Mr. Li’s reputation was high in Shanghai, charitable organizations were very complex, and some had become corrupt.

For his first donation here, Chu Chen naturally had to be cautious.

Now seeing Mr. Li’s expression and actions, Chu Chen felt that his money was well donated.

"Afterwards, we will publicly announce the specific uses of this money, and when the future Hope Schools, orphanages, etc. are built, we welcome Mr. Chu to attend the ribbon-cutting," Mr. Li said with emotion.

Moreover, Mr. Li planned to name the future Hope Schools and others after Chu Chen to show gratitude.

"Why isn’t Young Master Kong speaking?"

Sitting down, Chu Chen asked.

Hearing this, Kong Yongfeng’s face instantly turned pale.

"No worries, Nephew Kong has already donated a lot."

At this moment, Mr. Li suddenly spoke, asking,

"By the way, didn’t Nephew Kong previously say he donated two hundred million to us? Why haven’t we received the money yet?"

As soon as Mr. Li said this, the scene was instantly engulfed in silence.

Earlier, to show off, Kong Yongfeng had told everyone that their Kong Family had previously donated two hundred million to Mr. Li’s charity.

Turns out it was all bragging, the money hadn’t been given yet?!

How could that count as donating two hundred million?!

The guests present all looked at Kong Yongfeng with extreme disdain.

The Kong Family’s reputation was truly tarnished!

"This... this..."

Kong Yongfeng was extremely embarrassed.

Indeed, what he said about donating two hundred million was just bragging.

Even the current three hundred million was an exaggeration, and Kong Yongfeng had no intention of actually giving that much.

A few months ago, Kong Yongfeng had an affair with a popular actress, and from this actress, he learned this tactic.

Announce publicly how much was donated, but in reality, delay it as much as possible and eventually just donate a token small portion to settle the matter.

After all, no one could really investigate.

He gained a good reputation while spending less money, how satisfying!

As a result, Kong Yongfeng’s first show-off backfired.

He forgot Mr. Li was present, and now he was truly embarrassed.

Kong Yongfeng stuttered, not knowing how to respond to Mr. Li.

"Perhaps Nephew Kong was busy and forgot," Mr. Li spoke again.

"This is simple, Nephew Kong can hand over the two hundred million from last time and the three hundred million from this time all together today."

Mr. Li had encountered people who only bragged and didn’t donate before.

Mr. Li naturally had ways to deal with it.

Now, in front of everyone, he didn’t believe the Kong Family would refuse to pay.

"Yes, Mr. Li is right."

Kong Yongfeng gritted his teeth and nodded.

At this moment, his heart was bleeding, five hundred million.

They were actually going to hand over five hundred million all at once?!

That was too much!

For the stingy Kong Family, this was definitely a huge sum!

For this charity gala, the Kong Family had only prepared a hundred million, which was already quite rare.

Now, they had to come up with five times more.

Kong Yongfeng was unwilling and didn’t want to pay, but in front of so many Shanghai big shots and wealthy merchants, if they defaulted,

the Kong Family’s reputation would be completely ruined.

In the end, Kong Yongfeng reluctantly called his grandfather, informing him of the situation; he couldn’t come up with that much money himself.

"What, five hundred million?!"

Old Master Kong was directly furious.

"Wait, I’ll come over right away."

"I want to see, who exactly is this Mr. Chu?!"

With a cold face, Old Master Kong said to Kong Yongfeng.

Soon, Old Master Kong got in a car and headed straight for the charity gala.