Chapter 318: Chapter 170 The Second Item_3
Wu Daode earnestly said, “Mr. Yan, your company’s employees were killed on my turf, and both sentintally and logically, I should pay my respects to the victims’ families. Please introduce to them.”
Yan Fei did not refuse Wu Daode’s request and began introducing the families of the victims to him. With each introduction, Wu Daode would clasp his hands together, bow deeply, and extend a respectful greeting to the bereaved families. His humble deanor actually made him quite appealing to everyone present.
After offering condolences to all the families, Wu Daode gestured, and a beautiful French woman appeared at his side with a tray in her hands, upon which several envelopes were placed.
Wu Daode said mournfully, “Ladies and gentlen, your children tragically lost their lives on my property. As the host, I failed my duty to protect my guests and feel deeply ashad. To make ands for my shortcomings, I have specially prepared a red envelope for each of you containing one million euros as a way to express filial piety on behalf of your deceased compatriots.”
After Wu Daode finished speaking, the French woman proceeded to distribute the red envelopes. Confronted with such an imnse and unexpected gift, everyone was a bit overwheld. Back in China, Dream Technology had already provided them with compensation—ten million RMB in cash to each family of the deceased, as well as care for their elderly parents and children. They were all entirely satisfied with Dream Technology’s arrangent, so they felt sowhat embarrassed to accept Wu Daode’s red envelope and looked to Yan Fei for guidance.
Yan Fei internally marveled at Wu Daode’s conduct, considering him much more capable than Wu Jiechao both personally and professionally. Wu Jiechao was frivolous and unreliable, lying about important matters and leaving a bad impression on others. In contrast, Wu Daode was sincere and steady, inspiring trust at first sight.
Even though Wu Daode was ostensibly compensating the families of the Company’s deceased employees, his actions were ant to impress Yan Fei. Wu Daode was extrely wealthy, but each family mber received only one million euros, equivalent to approximately eight million RMB—no more than what Dream Technology had given as a condolence paynt. In this way, the families benefited without overshadowing the host and causing embarrassnt to Yan Fei.
Yan Fei was quite taken with Wu Daode’s approach, aware that he was attempting to make up for the negative impression caused by Wu Jiechao’s lies, while also aiming to secure the rights to be the agent for Weight Loss Cookies. However, Yan Fei’s first impression of Wu Daode was favorable, and he thought if Wu Daode were truly sincere, awarding him the agency rights in one country wouldn’t be out of the question.
So, Yan Fei said, “Since it’s a kind gesture from Mr. Wu Daode, everyone should accept it.”
With Yan Fei’s approval, the families of the victims accepted the red envelopes. Upon opening them, they found a check inside for one million euros.
Wu Daode apologetically said, “Ladies and gentlen, paynt thods in France aren’t as convenient as they are in China, and since I don’t know your mobile app accounts, I couldn’t directly transfer the money to them. However, there are many banks in Paris, and you can deposit the check amount into your bank account at any bank in Paris. Miss Elena here is an expert in this area. She will be available all day to consult with you on any financial matters and can provide solutions for all your needs.”
Yan Fei said, “I just saw that there are two banks inside this hotel. You should go ahead and deposit the checks into your bank accounts first!”
This is Paris, and while it may be bustling with activity, beneath that bustle lies innurable sins. If these people were to walk the Parisian streets with cash checks, they would almost certainly be robbed. Therefore, for safety, it was best for them to deposit their checks into their bank accounts as soon as possible. Following Elena’s lead, the families of the deceased went to the bank to deposit their money. Yan Fei and Lu Pingping waited on the couch, with Wu Daode and Wu Jiechao sitting opposite them.
Yan Fei looked at the father and son across him and out of curiosity, asked, “Mr. Wu, did you co from China? How co your Mandarin is so fluent?”
Wu Daode replied, “No, I was born in France. My grandfather settled here after World War II, and he founded the Rongteng Trading Group. I was born in France, raised in France, and because our family business is entirely based in France, I rarely return to China. My Mandarin is so good because my grandfather hired a Mandarin teacher from China to teach . I’ve always been very fond of China, and that’s why I’ve practiced my Mandarin to this extent.”
Yan Fei asked, “May I know who gave you your Chinese na?”
Proudly talking about his own na, Wu Daode said, “I originally had a French na, but I didn’t like it very much, so I chose a Chinese na for myself. I wish to set an example in matters of moral integrity, so I nad myself Wu Daode. What do you think? Does this na make sound like a gentleman of virtue?”
Yan Fei and Lu Pingping exchanged a glance, struggling to suppress their amusent before saying, “Good indeed, it certainly has the air of a virtuous gentleman.”
Wu Daode continued, “My son’s na is Wu Jiechao. His na includes the character ‘Jie,’ symbolizing excellence; and ‘Chao,’ representing transcendence. I hope that he can surpass my achievents and bring greatness to the Wu family.”
Hearing his father discuss his na, Wu Jiechao imdiately looked proud and satisfied, a smug expression on his face.
Yan Fei again exchanged a look with Lu Pingping, their eyes betraying a sense of ‘as expected.’ Chinese culture is profound and complex, and even native Chinese, despite a lifeti of study, would not dare to claim full mastery of it, let alone these overseas Chinese who have lived abroad for generations. Wu Daode had good intentions, but failed to realize that his surna was problematic. ‘No integrity,’ ‘no morals’—such nas would be scorned by everyone in China, yet here they were, taking pride in their nas, thinking they had chosen wisely and boasting about it everywhere.
This also made Yan Fei think about a very popular Chinese actress known as AB. She started as a model, then branched out and beca incredibly famous, partly because her na sounded distinguished and Western to Chinese people.
However, to real foreigners, especially those well-versed in the streets, the na imdiately revealed that it was most commonly used by prostitutes in the Red Light District, leading them to laugh at Chinese people for being foolish. This situation was the sa as the ridicule Wu Daode and Wu Jiechao received in China; cultural differences often resulted in humorous misunderstandings when it ca to naming.
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