Chapter 644 - 642: Apologizing to Xue Yang

Wang Doudou's heart sank sharply; he hadn't expected that his carefully woven lies had already been exposed.

He lowered his head guiltily, his voice as soft as a mosquito's buzz:

"Dad... I... I'm not..."

"Insolent child!"

Wang Jianshu shouted angrily, his voice filled with heartbreak and helplessness,

"Do you know how much crisis and loss you've brought to the Wang Family because of your selfishness and greed? Your actions are not only disloyal to the family but also irresponsible towards your own future!"

Wang Doudou still hadn't deeply reflected on his mistakes,

Instead, he harbored a trace of unrealistic fantasy, 𝘧𝓇ℯℯ𝑤ℯ𝘣𝓃ℴ

He looked up at his father, attempting to seek comfort:

"Dad, haven't you already gone to Uncle Lin for help? With the ties between our families, he will surely lend a hand to help the Wang Family through this crisis."

Upon hearing this, Wang Jianshu's face became even more somber,

He sternly glared at Wang Doudou, speaking word by word:

"Even at this moment, you still hope to rely on others to save us? Don't you understand that the root of all this is you? That so-called supermarket project proposal wasn't from any mysterious senior but was Xue Yang's doing, right?"

Wang Doudou was rendered speechless by his father's words,

His mouth slightly agape, seemingly having his throat suddenly clamped shut,

Unable to utter a single word.

He realized that his lies had been completely exposed,

And his father's utterly disappointed look made him feel profoundly ashamed.

"Dad, I... I know I was wrong."

Wang Doudou finally mustered the courage to look up into his father's bloodshot eyes,

Tears welled up in his eyes,

"I was too naive, thinking I could bring glory to the family with my own strength, but instead, I pushed the Wang Family into turmoil. I... I just didn't want to always live under your shadow, wanted to prove myself..."

Wang Jianshu took a deep breath,

Slowly closed his eyes, as if trying to quell the anger and disappointment within.

Upon opening his eyes again, there was a mix of determination and expectation.

"You need not apologize to me, Doudou,"

He said deeply, "You should apologize to Xue Yang. Now, there's only one path before you, and that is to find Xue Yang and sincerely ask for his forgiveness. Only then might our Wang Family find a glimmer of hope."

After saying this, Wang Jianshu didn't linger any longer,

Turned around and walked away with heavy steps, leaving Wang Doudou with a lonely yet resolute back.

Watching his father's departing back, at this moment, Wang Doudou deeply understood the chasm between himself and Xue Yang.

He knew he could never surpass Xue Yang in his lifetime.

But now, being asked to apologize to Xue Yang, Wang Doudou felt he couldn't do it.

He took a deep breath, suppressing the unwillingness and struggles within,

Pulled out his phone from his pocket, his fingers danced across the screen, dialing a number.

"Notify them to temporarily halt our projects in other cities, focus on securing the Yongsheng project in Yancheng."

His voice sounded exhausted yet carried an undeniable firmness.

However, the situation was far from over.

Days later, Yongsheng's predicament felt like dark clouds blocking the sun,

Leaving Wang Doudou with an unprecedented chill.

"Young Master, things aren't looking good. Somehow, news leaked that we're suspected of stealing others' work; customers are rapidly leaving, and the situation is becoming irretrievable."

The assistant's voice came through the phone, mingled with helplessness and urgency.

"Young Master, someone spread the rumor that we stole others' work, leading to complete customer loss."

"What? Has the source of the leak been identified? Could it be Xue Yang's people spreading it?"

Upon hearing this, Wang Doudou's heart tightened, his tone filled with disbelief and anger.

"It's... it's someone..." The assistant's voice suddenly became hesitant, as if doubting something. "A cleaner... from our company."

If it were Xue Yang's people leaking the information,

That would be fine.

After all, it was the truth.

If they wanted to retaliate, it would be quite normal.

However, it turned out to have been leaked by a cleaner.

Moreover, from their own company.

It was like a bolt from the blue, catching them off guard.

Like being punched hard without any defense, the pain was unbearable,

Yet because of the person's humble status and unclear motives, unable to hit back directly,

This frustration and helplessness were almost unbearable.

After a fierce inner struggle,

Wang Doudou eventually chose to compromise with reality,

He summoned the courage to enter deeply into Yonghui Supermarket,

Heading straight for Xue Yang's office.

This office, from the outside, appears simple and understated, with little decoration, exuding a low-key vibe.

But uniquely, it was permeated with a distinct atmosphere.

Opposite Xue Yang's desk, Lin Xi sat quietly, completely absorbed in her painting.

Sunlight poured through the window, casting a soft golden glow on her focused face.

Their positions naturally aligned, as if a silent camaraderie formed, allowing them to capture the scenery in each other's eyes with a simple glance.

This scene became the most captivating existence in the entire office, not merely a workspace,

But more like a haven filled with warmth and inspiration.

As if in this space, busyness and stress were temporarily forgotten, replaced by a warm and harmonious atmosphere,

Allowing anyone who entered to feel an unusual sense of tranquility and beauty.

This scene profoundly touched Wang Doudou's heartstrings,

A surge of indescribable envy arose within him.

He secretly fantasized about sitting opposite Xue Yang in this moment,

Facing Lin Xi, sharing this tranquility and harmony,

How blissful and fulfilling it would be.

"What truly sets this guy apart?"

Wang Doudou mused to himself.

Is it merely his striking face?

No, Wang Doudou quickly dismissed such a shallow notion.

It's his ability to navigate the business seas with exceptional insight, outstanding leadership skills.

That's why he won Miss Lin's affection.

That's why he earned Chairman Lin's favor.

And himself,

To surpass Xue Yang, is nearly impossible.

An undeniable melancholy surged within Wang Doudou.

However, facing reality, Wang Doudou swiftly adjusted his mindset.

He took a deep breath, calming the waves within,

Then walked into Xue Yang's office with a smile, politely and gracefully greeting:

"President Xue, it's been a while."

Xue Yang, full of smiles upon seeing him: "Young Master Wang, your presence truly adds radiance to this humble office. I've been tied up with trivial matters, unable to receive you afar, I hope Young Master Wang will forgive."

Though he spoke this way, he didn't bother to rise from his seat.