Chapter 1084: Chapter 1082: He Deserved It!
In the office, Zhu Zhizhou was yelling, while Ji Huan showed no intention of going in, leaning against the wall beside the door silently, waiting for the police to handle the situation.
This production base is considered one of the largest domestically, thus making this project a major one in L City. The government not only pays extra attention but also offers corresponding conveniences and support.
Ji Huan is the second son of the Ji Family and the person in charge of this project. Even before taking office, he had already had countless meals with the local officials here, making the base’s phone a registered number with the nearby police station. Naturally, the local officers would be aware that the project’s manager is someone they cannot afford to offend.
Having received the alarm, the officers rushed over, took a good look at Ji Huan, and then nervously asked, "Mr. Ji, were you hurt by that person?"
Ji Huan shook his head and handed the key to the police, "No, I just did a bit of self-defense and then escaped out the door."
The officers secretly breathed a sigh of relief, thankful that Mr. Ji was safe, otherwise their own futures would have been ruined!
Using the key to open the door, the two officers were shocked by the scene inside.
Initially, the person who had threatened Mr. Ji over the phone did not look capable of harming anyone. Seeing his pitiful state, gasping for breath and leaning against the wall, he looked more like the victim compared to the spirited Mr. Ji standing outside.
However, both officers had heard the threats towards Mr. Ji on the phone, so no matter who seemed worse off now, it was certain that the person sitting in the corner was the one who stirred up trouble.
Before they could approach, the man raised his head. Although his face was contorted in pain, his appearance gave the officers yet another shock.
"Zhu... Boss Zhu?"
One of the more experienced officers bravely spoke up to confirm the identity of the person before them.
"I want to accuse him... of intentional harm..." At this moment, Zhu Zhizhou, though in so much pain, wanted to retaliate against Ji Huan.
By now, he had completely forgotten that Ji Huan was the second son of the Ji Family.
"Boss Zhu, how about we take you to the hospital first to check up on you, and then we can discuss this further once we understand the details better? Or maybe it’s just a misunderstanding?"
They understood the trouble standing outside was not easy to handle, but the man in front of them, Boss Zhu, is one of L City’s top ten millionaires; even though his family might not compare with the Ji Family, a strong dragon cannot suppress a local snake.
Furthermore, these underlings can’t afford to offend anyone; they don’t wish to offend anyone!
Therefore, if these two can turn the conflict into peace, they might avoid disaster.
However, before considering if the man sitting in the corner would agree to reconcile, the one standing outside, after hearing the officers’ words, stepped inside.
"Officer, I have surveillance in this room. To determine right and wrong, viewing the footage can judge whether it’s a misunderstanding; Mr. Zhu knows clearer than anyone."
Ji Huan’s tone was calm, but such words made the two officers feel an overwhelming pressure.
The officers dared not contradict Ji Huan, nor neglect Zhu Zhizhou, so they first helped the seemingly fainted Zhu Zhizhou, whether from anger or pain, into the car, with one officer taking him to the hospital and the other staying behind for evidence collection.
While the officer watched the surveillance video, Ji Huan took out his phone to call Zhu Qianyu.
At the other end, Zhu Qianyu had just finished her morning class and was heading to the cafeteria with Fang Ziqing for lunch.
"Ji Huan, you’re off work?" Ji Huan is always busy, and Zhu Qianyu knows that.
Thus, receiving a call from Ji Huan in the daytime surprised her.
"Xiao Yu, I’m sorry!"
Though Ji Huan vaguely sensed that Zhu Qianyu didn’t have much affection towards her father, it was still her dad, so he felt he should apologize for hurting him.
Zhu Qianyu was instantly baffled, "Sorry for what?"
Ji Huan then explained over the phone about Zhu Zhizhou coming to see him, and Zhu Qianyu listened quietly until he finished. She was silent for a moment before she said, "Ji Huan, you have nothing to apologize for. He deserves it!"
Ji Huan, hearing the expected response, sighed in relief.
"If the Zhu Family calls to trouble you, just tell them you don’t know anything; I’ll handle the situation. You need to be careful for your own safety!"
In Ji Huan’s view, Zhu Zhizhou took such a desperate gamble because he had been cornered, which is why he acted recklessly.
Therefore, Zhu Qianyu’s personal safety was indeed under serious threat.
After the call with Zhu Qianyu, Ji Huan then called Zhu Qianying, saying basically the same things and similarly reminding Zhu Qianying to be careful.
Zhu Qianying replied with an extremely reassuring answer, "Yes, Young Master Yan’s parents returned today, and I’ll be staying at the Yan Family for the next couple of days to keep them company."
After finishing both calls, the officer had completed watching the surveillance footage.
"Mr. Ji, from the footage, Mr. Zhu indeed showed intent and motive to harm you, and his injuries seem to be caused by your justified self-defense. However, we still need to ask you to provide a statement, and please be prepared that Mr. Zhu might accuse you of excessive defense or something similar."
Ji Huan nodded to show he understood, "Alright, I’m ready to cooperate at any time."
After seeing the officer off, Ji Huan, as if nothing had happened, continued with the work he hadn’t completed. During lunch, Ji Dabao called him.
Obviously, the news had reached him.
"Little Treasure, are you alright?"
"I’m fine, what could happen to me? Such petty men can’t hurt me."
Though Little Treasure had no fond feelings toward the Zhu Family, he never thought Zhu Zhizhou would meet him in such a manner.
"Mommy’s suggesting that I go have a look..."
"Brother, tell Dad and Mommy I’ll handle this myself. If I really need your help, I’ll ask."
Ji Huan is neither bragging nor underestimating Zhu Zhizhou and his son.
It’s just that since Zhu Qianyu is his girlfriend, if he couldn’t defend her basic safety, what right does he have to say he can protect her for a lifetime?
"Alright, I’ve asked the secretary to organize all business dealings between the Ji Family and the Zhu Family. I’ll send them to your email later, and if necessary, use them as leverage to shut them up!"
Ji Huan responded with an affirmative sound. At the other end, it seemed someone was calling Ji Dabao for a meeting, and the brothers hurriedly ended the call.
"Brother Yuan, I have something to attend to this afternoon, please keep an eye on matters at the base."
Gao Yuan nodded to show he understood, then Ji Huan completed delegating work-related tasks and made a call to the district police chief, asking him to assign more personnel to the area surrounding the base these days to ensure smooth progress in the base’s construction.
