Chapter 645 - 643: We’re Not That Close

For this, Wang Doudou had to maintain a superficial composure,

but inside he was in turmoil, almost turning his suppressed indignation into silent frustration.

He forced a smile and responded:

"President Xue, you're being too kind. It was presumptuous of me to visit unannounced and cause you inconvenience. I beg your pardon."

Xue Yang's words were blunt and prickly, responding lightly: "Indeed, it was inconvenient."

Wang Doudou was momentarily speechless, nearly unable to respond.

He was just trying to be polite, and Xue Yang took advantage of it, climbing all over it?

"President Xue, we're so familiar with each other, I won't stand on ceremony with you."

Wang Doudou tried to adjust his stance, aiming for a more sincere attitude in continuing the dialogue.

However, Xue Yang's smile held something deep, and he slowly said:

"Young Master Wang, it's better to be courteous. After all, we're not that familiar."

Wang Doudou's expression almost couldn't maintain its composure.

Isn't it said that Xue Yang is smooth in his dealings?

Everyone who has dealt with him has praised him.

Yet to him, Xue Yang seemed so difficult?

Like a little devil.

"President Xue, regarding the Yongsheng Supermarket affair, I indeed wronged you. Doudou was young and impetuous, misled by others. Otherwise, he wouldn't have adopted it rashly."

Wang Doudou finally put aside his pride and resentment, sincerely apologizing to Xue Yang.

"Impulsive youth? Coincidentally, I feel a bit like that lately. Besides, to truly speak of it, Young Master Wang is older than me."

Wang Doudou was once again speechless,

truly at a loss on how to continue conversing with Xue Yang.

His eyes inadvertently wandered and finally landed on Lin Xi, who was focused on her painting, a glimmer of hope flickering within him.

"Young Miss, we grew up together, could you please do me a favor and ask President Xue to go easy on the Wang Family?"

Wang Doudou's tone carried a sense of earnestness and expectation.

Lin Xi was immersed in her creative world,

unexpectedly pulled back to reality by Wang Doudou's call,

her clear water-like eyes revealing a hint of surprise,

then reverting to a pure and harmless demeanor,

as if nothing in the world could disturb her peace.

Seeing this, Wang Doudou felt that Lin Xi was easy to influence.

Perhaps, asking her might really bring about a change in this matter.

"Young Miss, I beg you."

Lin Xi blinked, her eyes showing a hint of confusion as she softly replied:

"I've never been involved in business matters and don't quite understand them."

Wang Doudou hurriedly explained:

"Young Miss, you don't need to understand, you just need to ask President Xue to go easy, that's all."

Lin Xi seemed to comprehend,

she nodded gently but didn't immediately take action, instead continued focusing on her painting,

as if the painting was more important than anything else.

Wang Doudou was anxious yet didn't dare to push too hard, so he cautiously probed:

"Young Miss, do you... not intend to talk to President Xue?"

Lin Xi finally raised her head, her gaze filled with seriousness and resolve:

"It's working hours, I have my duties and principles.

During working hours, I cannot casually talk to President Xue, it's a principle issue.

Young Master Wang, you wouldn't want to see me penalized for this, right?"

Faced with Lin Xi's innocent gaze, Wang Doudou dared not say more.

Whoever was in a romantic relationship, and shared an office,

had surprisingly set a rule of no talking during working hours.

Wang Doudou was still reluctant, his eyes once again turned to Xue Yang,

who was already absorbed in his work.

There was no intention from him to engage.

Staying longer would only invite humiliation.

Wang Doudou couldn't stay any longer,

and left the office in frustration.

Stepping out, he encountered Cui Hao, who was coming to see Xue Yang.

Cui Hao didn't know Wang Doudou and wasn't focused on him,

inadvertently, Wang Doudou saw the bag of milk tea in his hand and his gaze betrayed a hint of surprise.

Soon after, the sound from the milk tea bag was clear,

it was a cheerful and friendly greeting from Cui Hao:

"Godfather, boss lady, I've brought afternoon tea for you, hope you like it."

The warmth in these words contrasted sharply with the "rules" in the office earlier,

causing Wang Doudou to pause, his heart mixed with emotions.

Xue Yang smiled faintly, his tone calm:

"The young master's apology is sincere, I hold no grievances."

Wang Jianshu frowned in confusion, asking:

"Since there are no grievances, why doesn't President Xue let the Wang Family off?"

Xue Yang was surprised by these words,

"Chairman Wang, what do you mean? I've never done anything to the Wang Family."

Wang Jianshu was speechless, Xue Yang's words were indeed true.

Even though Doudou stole his plan, Xue Yang didn't alert the police or anything similar.

Ultimately, it was due to their company's mismanagement,

allowing a small cleaner to leak information,

resulting in today's uncontrollable situation.

Wang Jianshu spoke sincerely, with a bit of self-reproach:

"Nephew, it was my fault earlier. This matter is truly unrelated to you, it's all Doudou's own doing.

I merely hope nephew can do me the favor of telling Brother Lin that our grievances are settled."

At this moment, Xue Yang realized, the Wang father and son's visit,

was subtly influenced by Uncle Lin.

He couldn't help but envision Lin Xi busily delivering stuff lately,

and her unique resilience and gentleness.

Looking up, he happened to meet Lin Xi's gaze,

she returned a playful yet warm smile,

a smile like spring sunlight, instantly lighting up his heart.

Xue Yang's heart surged with warmth, all his defenses melted away at this moment.

It was no wonder this matter was resolved swiftly,

he was prepared for a long-term confrontation.

"Chairman Wang, take care."

Xue Yang's words held courtesy, yet also undisputed determination.

Wang Jianshu deeply gazed at Xue Yang,

seemingly wanting to read more from his eyes,

but ultimately, he silently turned away, leaving Yonghui Supermarket, his figure appearing somewhat heavy.

Returning home, Wang Jianshu immediately contacted Lin Zhenhai, with a tone carrying subtle urgency:

"Brother Lin, good news, nephew Xue Yang has expressed willingness to let bygones be bygones. Our Wang Family is immensely grateful.

Now, I'd like to ask you for one more favor, to help our Wang Family get through this difficult time."

On the other end of the line, Lin Zhenhai softly sighed, his tone carrying a trace of helplessness:

"Chairman Wang, I understand your feelings, but you know, Lin Corporation is also struggling lately, financially stretched.

I am limited in ability, at most can gather one billion in funds for you."

Although Lin Zhenhai hasn't interacted much with Xue Yang,

he understands in his heart that Wang Jianshu's words are indeed exaggerated.

Presumably, he returned from Xue Yang's place having faced rejection.