Chapter 1093: Chapter 1091: My Xiao Huan Is Just Like His Dad
Encountering the relentless Ji Family, Zhu Zhizhou is indeed unlucky.
At this point, he would rather the Ji Family act like the Yan Family, say what they want directly, and leave when displeased. That way, he might feel less embarrassed.
But now, he is already under the guillotine, and they refuse to give him a swift stroke; instead, they demand him to confess all his wrongdoings before they lower the blade.
In front of family, the young master didn’t describe the situation in detail, only mentioned he injured Zhu Zhizhou in self-defense.
Yet even if the young master doesn’t say much, the Ji Family is smart enough to imagine the rest.
Cornered, Zhu Zhizhou had no choice but to gather his courage and admit the mistake, following the provocative remarks made that day.
"I did all this because I was worried about Xiao Yu! I heard someone say Xiao Yu has a boyfriend. As her father, upon hearing that her boyfriend is in L City, I wanted to fulfill my parental duty and check if her boyfriend meets the standards."
Upon hearing this, Le Tong, who had been watching coldly, was not having it.
"Mr. Zhu, listening to you, it sounds like my little son is of poor character."
Zhu Zhizhou looked terrified, waving his hands to defend himself, "Of course not, of course not."
"Then what? Who doesn’t know that the base in L City belongs to our Ji Family? And who doesn’t know the person in charge of the base is my little son, Ji Huan?"
Zhu Zhizhou wiped his sweat, "President Le, of course, I know..."
"Since you know he’s my little son, yet you openly make things difficult, does this mean you look down on the Ji Family? Or do you think Rui and I would raise our child to be a dilettante only skilled in revelry?"
The aggressive demeanor of Le Tong was no weaker than Ji Dabao.
In addition to reprimanding Zhu Zhizhou, she also subtly mocked the Zhu Family’s sons, all being good-for-nothings aimlessly living.
"President Le, you misunderstand..."
Le Tong smirked slightly, "Misunderstanding? I think it’s you who misunderstood?"
Zhu Zhizhou could only nod and accept, "Yes, yes, it’s I who misunderstood. I thought Young Master Ji wasn’t sincere towards my Xiao Yu, so I spoke a bit harshly."
Le Tong chuckled twice, "Mr. Zhu, you can be rest assured of one thing. My Xiao Huan is like his father; he treats his girlfriend and wife incredibly well with no principles, but this lack of principle applies only to his girlfriend. Towards anyone else, his principles are strong, especially if someone bullies his girlfriend, he’ll exact boundless retribution."
Le Tong’s words made Zhu Zhizhou shiver involuntarily.
"President Le, you say...Xiao Yu is my daughter, how would I bully her?"
Le Tong nodded, "Yes, I also believe you wouldn’t bully her."
Zhu Zhizhou breathed slightly easier, yet immediately heard Le Tong continue.
"So, to prove you won’t bully Xiao Yu, with both families’ parents present today, swear that you’ll never use Xiao Yu’s marriage as a tool for profit exchange. Anyway, considering the past matter between Young Master Yan and Xiao Yu’s sister as reference, let’s be like the Yan Family; even if the Ji Family and Zhu Family become in-laws in the future, we’ll never involve any interest-related matters."
As soon as Le Tong finished, Zhu Zhizhou stumbled, directly hitting the side; luckily, Zhu Junzhao reacted quickly, supporting him to prevent the disgraceful fall.
Zhu Zhizhou finally steadied himself, managing a difficult smile.
"President Ji, President Le, Xiao Yu and Young Master Ji have just started dating not long ago; isn’t it too soon to discuss marriage?"
President Ji, who had been quiet for a while, took over the conversation.
"Soon? I thought Mr. Zhu’s purpose today was indeed about Xiao Huan and Xiao Yu’s marriage."
Zhu Zhizhou’s embarrassment was evident when his intentions were pointed out.
"President Ji, you jest; we came today just for parents to meet, not for Xiao Yu and Young Master Ji’s marriage."
Zhu Zhizhou knew with such imposing Ji Family, today was not a good time for negotiation.
"Indeed, such major matters like marriage should be their decision; we parents cannot make them marry just because we want it. It should happen only if they wish for it. Since Mr. Zhu is here for a routine parental meeting, wouldn’t it be better to call us in advance, so we can find a place to talk? Discussing personal matters here at the office isn’t ideal!"
Le Tong said while getting up, "Da Bao, have the secretary book a private room at the hotel, so we can sit down, see what misunderstanding remains, and clarify slowly."
When Zhu Zhizhou saw this, he panicked; facing the Ji Family trio a moment longer could take years off his life. If possible, he’d want to live a few extra years.
"Eldest Young Master Ji, no rush, no rush, we came today not just to meet but also to discuss some business with you."
From Le Tong’s earlier words, since the office isn’t suitable to discuss personal matters, she’d certainly say the hotel isn’t appropriate for business talk.
If that’s the case, wouldn’t this visit be in vain?
"Business?"
The Ji Family trio asked in unison, their gaze fixated on Zhu Zhizhou.
Zhu Zhizhou glanced at Zhu Junzhao, signaling him to speak.
"Yes, President Ji, President Le, hasn’t our Mingxuan always enjoyed pleasant cooperation with Ji Family? But a few days ago, we received a call from Ji Family stating the contract expires next month and won’t be renewed. We are here to discuss with President Ji and President Le about what led to the termination of over a decade-long collaboration."
What Zhu Junzhao said was very polite, somewhat contradicting the external rumors of being a useless good-for-nothing.
Ji Rui and Le Tong were puzzled, exchanging glances, "Oh? Is that so? Da Bao, are you aware of this?", Le Tong turned to Ji Dabao.
Ji Dabao displayed confusion as well, "Is it? I’m not too sure; this isn’t something I handled."
Knowing the Ji Family trio were playing dumb, Zhu Junzhao and Zhu Zhizhou had no choice but endure; their fate was in Ji Family’s hands. Let alone pretending to be clueless, they had to tolerate even if they played insane.
"Who notified you?" Ji Dabao asked Zhu Junzhao.
"Director Chen!"
Zhu Junzhao privately had approached Director Chen, but unfortunately, the individual was unyielding, unmoved by any threat or incentive, consistently responding with only two words, "Sorry!"
Ji Dabao didn’t ask further, directly picking up the phone and dialing.
"Director Chen, is the cooperation case with Mingxuan Hotel in L City under your charge? Okay, come over now and take them back for a proper discussion."
After instructing, he swiftly hung up the call.
"Mr. Zhu, indeed, Director Chen is in charge. He’s on his way; whatever unclear, discuss slowly with him."
Clearly, Ji Dabao was kicking the Zhu Family father and son like a ball, smoothly handing them to Director Chen.
