Chapter 210 - Call Zhang Xiaolong to Die
When Zhang Xiaolong saw that it was a call from Su Mingtang, he answered with a hint of puzzlent, “Hello, Mr. Su.”
“Xiaolong,” Su Mingtang got straight to the point, “I was against bidding for Strong Dragon Group initially, but as you know, i is headstrong and I can't sway her. Now, Strong Dragon is facing difficulties that could potentially affect the Su family. I know you're not one to hold grudges, so could you lend Mr. Su a hand once more? It seems I owe you another favor.”
“Mr. Su, you're too kind. But what can I do at this point?” inquired Zhang Xiaolong.
As Yaru had ntioned before, if Su Mingtang was suggesting he purchase Strong Dragon Group, even without a discount, he would be quite willing. After all, acquiring Strong Dragon Group would be a significant leap forward for him.
The vast Strong Dragon Group was a burden to others, but for him, every aspect could be leveraged effectively.
Still, it wasn't their decision to make. Even Su Mingtang probably couldn't just sell it off; it would depend on whether the headstrong Su i was willing.
“You might have noticed that i is quite fond of you. She's been acting out precisely because of this. From a business standpoint, I believe she realizes her decision was a mistake, but her pride is keeping her from backing down,” Su Mingtang sighed. “I know this is asking a lot, but could you, perhaps, reach out to i? You might be the only one who can get through to her.”
Zhang Xiaolong let out a wry laugh. This was indeed a conundrum. Su i seed to have it out for him the most. What could he possibly discuss with her?
“If we manage to persuade Su i, would Mr. Su be willing to sell Strong Dragon Group to us?” Chen Yaru suddenly chid in.
Caught off guard, Su Mingtang quickly recognized the voice and let out a chuckle, “The business prodigy of Qingyang City, indeed more generous than i. Unlike her, you don't let your emotions dictate your actions. Mr. Su isn't tight-fisted either. If you can win i over, consider Strong Dragon Group yours.”
Zhang Xiaolong and Su Mingtang were both taken aback. Su Mingtang truly lived up to his role as the helmsman of the Su family; his boldness was unmatched by the average person.
It was just a proposal, yet the grandeur of the other party was palpable.
“Don't celebrate too soon. Convincing Su i is no easy task, or else I wouldn't have co to you for help,” Su Mingtang said candidly, chuckling. “I know my daughter well. The crux of the matter lies with Xiaolong. She needs to be able to swallow her pride, and if Yaru can show so magnanimity and offer her a glimr of hope, it might just make things easier.”
“Sorry, Mr. Su, there are so areas where I can afford to give Su i so leeway, but there are certain things I won't compromise on,” Zhang Xiaolong replied, picking up on the subtext.
“I wasn't referring to you,” Su Mingtang said with a laugh. “I ant Yaru. Xiaolong, you're a good man, but sotis you're a bit too rigid. Whether in business or life, a little flexibility can go a long way, and Yaru handles this better than you do.”
Before Zhang Xiaolong could respond, Chen Yaru interjected, “Alright, Mr. Su, we'll reach out to Su i as soon as we can. Hopefully, the outco will be satisfactory to all of us.”
With that, Su Mingtang had nothing more to add, and the conversation ca to a close.
“What did you an by that?” Zhang Xiaolong asked, his brow furrowed. “What's open to compromise? Are you suggesting that making Su i my girlfriend is so sort of concession? If that's what it takes to secure Strong Dragon, I'd rather pass!”
Chen Yaru couldn't help but laugh. “Where is your mind going? If that were the only way to secure Strong Dragon, I wouldn't be interested. Not even a hundred Strong Dragons could compare to my husband!”
“Then why did you agree to his request?” Zhang Xiaolong asked, puzzled. “You know exactly why Su i entered the auction. How can we expect her to just back down?”
“It might not be as hard as you think,” Chen Yaru said, nestling into his embrace with a smile. “Like Su Mingtang ntioned, Su i is in a tough spot. If you're willing to extend an olive branch, she might just co around. She initially wanted to prove herself, after all. If you show her so respect, I'm sure she won't be too difficult. Isn't that the outco we're all looking for?”
“If that's all it takes, then of course I can do it. I'd even apologize to her if necessary, though I'm afraid she's not going to be easy to handle,” Zhang Xiaolong expressed with concern.
“Honey, why would you be afraid of a woman?” Chen Yaru teased, smiling. “Don't worry, aside from Jingjing, I won't let any other woman co between us.”
“That's a relief…” Zhang Xiaolong suddenly sensed sothing was off, “What did you say?”
“I said…” Chen Yaru grinned mischievously, “I said I won't let any other woman co between us.”
“The part before that!” Zhang Xiaolong demanded, eyes wide.
“I… I forgot!” Chen Yaru playfully retorted.
Zhang Xiaolong wasn't so easily deceived. He swept her up and tossed her onto the bed, “It seems you won't rember unless I resort to extre asures. Get ready!”
“Ah…” Chen Yaru let out a scream, but escape was futile. Within monts, her clothes were removed, and the room was filled with the aura of spring.
…
At the Strong Dragon Group.
Zhang Xiaolong approached the reception desk with a smile and inquired, “Could you tell if Director Su i is in her office?”
“Do you have an appointnt?” The receptionist, noting the polite and charming man before her, responded with a tender smile.
“No appointnt, but… I believe Director Su would want to see . I'm acquainted with Mr. Su Mingtang and Su i,” Zhang Xiaolong explained, having no other option but to ntion Su Mingtang.
“May I have your na, sir? I'll inquire for you,” the receptionist offered promptly.
“I'm Zhang Xiaolong.”
“One mont, please…” The receptionist dialed the phone, but after a short while, she looked back at him with an embarrassed expression.
Zhang Xiaolong imdiately picked up on the awkwardness, “Is there an issue?”
“Assistant Chang ntioned that Director Su said, anyone nad Zhang Xiaolong who cos by…” The receptionist coughed slightly before finishing, “Anyone nad Zhang Xiaolong should just… go die.”
“Cough, cough…” Zhang Xiaolong also coughed, “Director Su really has quite the… sense of humor.”
?The receptionist remained silent, though her eyes road over the visitor with a mix of curiosity and suspicion. If Director Su had specifically ntioned him, she undoubtedly knew this man. But why would she wish death upon him? Was he perhaps an infamous womanizer who had broken Director Su's heart?
Monts before, she had felt a flicker of attraction towards him, but now her gaze hardened, as if she herself had been wronged by Zhang Xiaolong's infidelity.
Left with no alternative, Zhang Xiaolong pulled out his phone and sent a ssage, “Su i, I'm downstairs at the office. Can we talk?”
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