He was heartbroken, having to give the hard-earned money to the officials felt like a sin.
The only consolation was that those people only wanted a share of the profits, unlike Aoyama Xiu Xin who wanted to dig up the roots.
Moreover, doing business required a friendly disposition to make money; although he was furious, he was still rational enough to seek out a high-ranking individual with good relations with Aoyama Xiu Xin to diate, avoiding any severe offense.
Otherwise, harboring resentnt, Aoyama Xiu Xin would definitely cause trouble for him in other aspects, and there were plenty of legal issues involved in construction.
"You should stay indoors for a while."
Dongye Gen regained his composure and spoke to his son.
Though his son was foolish, arrogant, and imperious, he was not without virtues like being selfish, decisive, and ruthless—traits that, if honed, could help him inherit the family business.
As for being lascivious and a gambler, those weren’t considered flaws in his eyes, nor were they particularly virtuous.
"Yes, father."
Dongye Yuusei, though reluctant, knew the urgency of the situation and had to agree.
.........
November 6, Friday, the weather was clear.
Today Aoyama Xiu Xin took a leave and didn’t go to work.
Asai Ayumi didn’t go either.
With their wedding approaching, the couple went to pick a wedding dress with Asai Ayumi’s cousin, Asai Ze Xi, and his wife, Iihara Nishi.
It must be said that a wedding dress is the best kind of outfit for arousent.
Iihara Nishi was attractive and curvaceous, making her look appetizing in a partially revealing, saintly white wedding dress.
Mainly, Asai Ayumi was accompanying Iihara Nishi in her selection.
Asai Ze Xi was just there for companionship, bringing Aoyama Xiu Xin along for conversation since he knew it would be boring.
"How are things between you and her? I see your sister-in-law still has her charms!" Aoyama Xiu Xin, while admiring other n’s brides in the bridal shop, asked about the recent relationship between his cousin and sister-in-law.
Asai Ze Xi frowned, "She’s nice to , very affectionate, but I always feel she’s hiding so cunning intent. However, since she wants to play the part of a loving couple, I’ll just play along; it’s no loss to ."
"Have you slept with her?" Aoyama Xiu Xin asked tersely.
"No," Asai Ze Xi shook his head doubtfully, "She claims her upbringing was strict, never even went past boundaries with her ex, so she won’t engage in sexual activities before marriage."
"Do you believe her?" Aoyama Xiu Xin asked, not believing a word; Iihara Nishi must have been used before.
Maybe even dumped by her ex.
Asai Ze Xi shrugged, "I don’t care."
After all, he was only marrying her for her family’s background.
"Zexi-san, do I look good in this?"
Iihara Nishi, wearing a figure-hugging wedding dress, approached, looking very sensual.
"Beautiful," Asai Ze Xi, who was just indifferent, suddenly beca like a chaleon, his eyes full of love, "You look beautiful in anything."
"Hmph! You’re just placating ." Iihara Nishi pouted and glanced towards Aoyama Xiu Xin with a slight smile, "Xiu Xin, do you think it looks good?"
Her eyes seed to convey a touch of tenderness.
"Big brother is right, sister-in-law is beautiful; everything suits you," Aoyama Xiu Xin casually responded.
Knowing this woman harbored resentnt towards him for his interference in a matter, and fearing she might plot sothing, he quickly made an excuse, "I’m going out for a smoke."
With that, he turned and walked outside.
Staring at Aoyama Xiu Xin’s retreating figure, Iihara Nishi’s eyes flickered with a intriguing hint of color as she turned and hugged Asai Ayumi’s arm, "Let’s try sothing else."
Upon leaving the bridal shop, Aoyama Xiu Xin was stunned.
Because he had encountered an acquaintance.
Because his daughter-in-law’s belly was growing larger, Police Chief Hattori accompanied his family to shop for children’s toys and clothes. The whole family had been happy until they saw Aoyama Xiu Xin.
He instantly halted in his tracks.
Their eyes t, and past mories resurfaced.
"Father." Hattori Aoshika and Cang Jindie called out to him, following his gaze to Aoyama Xiu Xin.
Aoyama Xiu Xin gave a slight smile and took the initiative to step forward two steps to greet, "Police Chief Hattori, long ti no see."
"I’m no longer the police chief, Mr. Aoyama, no need to address that way," Police Chief Hattori responded coldly.
Though he was quite satisfied with his current life,
it didn’t an he had forgotten how Aoyama Xiu Xin had ousted him from the Police Headquarters.
If he weren’t worried that his son would realize he was forced into retirent due to Aoyama Xiu Xin’s scheming, harboring resentnt that might lead to reprisal, he wouldn’t have been as polite as he currently was.
"Still as spirited as ever," Aoyama Xiu Xin said with a smirk, "The author didn’t give you my na, so what should I call you if not Police Chief Hattori?
Old traffic light, maybe?"
Then his gaze landed on Cang Jindie’s slightly bulging belly, "Is this a pregnancy? How many months?"
"Less than five months," Cang Jindie answered.
Aoyama Xiu Xin’s gaze returned to Police Chief Hattori, "Then congratulations, Police Chief Hattori, on becoming a grandfather."
"Sa to you," Police Chief Hattori responded coldly.
Hattori Aoshika felt his father’s deanor wasn’t quite appropriate; how could he give Aoyama Xiu Xin such a stern face? He apologetically smiled, "Sorry, I’ve upset my father these past few days; he’s not in a good mood."
Having been battered by society, he had matured a lot and wasn’t the clueless bookworm anymore.
Police Chief Hattori silently sighed, foolish son, it was him who sched against us, father and son, but he didn’t want to undermine his son’s stance and just snorted without saying more.
"It’s fine, I’ve always respected and been tolerant of the old generation. You’re Police Chief Hattori’s son, right? Truly impressive; I hear you’ve been studying art? It seems you will definitely beco a great artist in the future!" Aoyama Xiu Xin said cheerfully.
Police Chief Hattori found the man disgustingly hypocritical, knowing full well he had sched with Cang Jindie to set up his son, now pretending to be oblivious.
Hattori Aoshika gave a slight smile, "You flatter , Chief Aoyama, but I have stopped studying art. I am currently looking into books about civil service exams..."
"Alright, are we shopping or not? Let’s go, Chief Aoyama has many responsibilities, we shouldn’t keep him," Police Chief Hattori cut his son off.
After saying that, he walked ahead on his own.
Hattori Aoshika bowed apologetically and then supported his pregnant wife as he followed his father.
Watching the family of four walk away, Aoyama Xiu Xin slightly narrowed his eyes, thinking how truly beautiful it was.
Hopefully, no one would try to destroy this happy family, not even mbers of the Hattori family!
"Boom!"
At that mont, an explosion suddenly erupted.
Aoyama Xiu Xin instinctively ducked down.
"Ah!" "Run!" "My leg!"
Looking toward the sound, he saw a busy intersection nearby had exploded; smoke was swirling, and the crowd was frantically scattering in panic.
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