The Crazy Son-In-Law

Ji Lan was immediately flustered. Mr. He and the boss hadn’t arrived yet, so they definitely couldn’t leave now. Losing a ten-million-dollar endorsement contract was a small matter, but if Mr. He were to blacklist Bai Ruoning from Love Media because of this, even if Love Media didn’t represent the entire industry at the moment, He Guangji’s connections and resources would be enough to make their agency suffer.

At this moment, a figure appeared in the private room like a savior.

“I’m really sorry to keep you all waiting…”

It was He Guangji from Love Media. As soon as he entered the room and began to speak, he felt that something was off and swallowed the rest of his words.

“Mr. He, you’re finally here. These locals are trying to give us a hard time. You must help us,” Ji Lan was the first to speak.

“Mr. He, I’m really sorry. Can we talk somewhere else? The service quality here is just too poor,” Bai Ruoning also followed up.

Xiao Shun smiled faintly, “Where would you like to go?”

“It’s none of your business, you scumbag! Are we talking to you? Do you even know who you’re standing in front of?” Ji Lan said furiously.

Slap!

Just as she finished speaking, He Guangji slapped her across the face. Her plump, fair-skinned face immediately bore five red finger marks.

“How dare you speak to Mr. Xiao like that?!” He Guangji glared at her.

“Damn, you must be blind! The gentleman sitting in front of you could kill both of you with just a slap!”

Xiao Shun raised his hand to interrupt him, “Mr. He, let’s not discuss the endorsement today. Perhaps you can find me someone else. Miss Bai has a fiery temper and should get some rest. She really shouldn’t be overworked.”

“Of course,” He Guangji nodded slightly, and then looked at Bai Ruoning and Ji Lan. “Go back and tell Mr. Li that the endorsement contract is terminated. If you want a penalty fee, come find me!”

Bai Ruoning and Ji Lan stood there dumbfounded, unable to believe what was happening before their eyes. Especially Ji Lan, her mind went blank.

If they went back to the company with this news, it would be strange if she wasn’t fired. Was this clown in front of them really the financier behind the endorsement contract? How could that be possible?

In their minds, people like nouveau riche should be potbellied or somewhat bald, older men. The man in front of them was only in his mid-twenties and had even eagerly asked for her autograph just the day before.

Of course, Bai Ruoning had seen the video online later and knew that someone had pushed him from behind, causing him to accidentally grab her hand. She had overreacted at the time. But even so, he didn’t look like someone with money.

And He Guangji seemed to be very respectful and even afraid of him. Who was He Guangji? The CEO of one of the top three media groups in the country, Love Media, holding vast entertainment resources and connections. Although he wasn’t like those tycoons, he was still quite a well-known figure.

Could it be that he came from a prominent family?

“Mr. He, what… what’s going on?” Ji Lan’s face turned pale, and she asked in a frightened tone.

“You’re asking me? I wanted to ask you the same!” He Guangji’s face darkened, and he waved his hand dismissively. “Get lost! Don’t bother Mr. Xiao anymore.”

Now, Song Yun finally understood and seemed to be enjoying a good show. “Isn’t it obvious? The boss you were supposed to meet is my Mr. Xiao, you fools!”

“Mr. He, since that’s the case, we’ll take our leave. I’ll explain the contract issue to the company myself. However, our company is not some weak joke, and for the penalty, our legal department will contact your company.” Bai Ruoning said, realizing the situation had come to this point, and He Guangji probably wouldn’t let it go easily, so she decided to confront him directly.

Her company relied on her for 80% of its income, and she supported the entire company. They wouldn’t do anything to her because of this incident. Moreover, with her current popularity, she was confident that Love Media alone couldn’t suppress her.

After saying that, she prepared to leave with Ji Lan. “I don’t think you can just walk away after slapping our employee!” Xiao Shun said coldly.

“What do you want? You think having some money gives you the right to detain us?” Ji Lan stopped and retorted angrily.

“Detain? So what?” Xiao Shun sneered, then his face turned grim and sinister. “What do you want?!”

Bai Ruoning’s delicate body trembled slightly, feeling an urge to cry. In Stillwater, she knew no one, and there was no one to turn to for help. “I just want to be fair. We’ve already compensated for the damage to your clothes. Your agent slapped our employee, and she can’t just walk away like that.”

Xiao Shun said, “You slapped this young lady several times, and now she’ll return the favor. That’s fair, right?” He looked at Ji Lan.

“What if I refuse?” Ji Lan said with tears in her eyes.

“Then forget about leaving Stillwater, you won’t even be able to leave my Emperor Hall today!” Song Yun spoke up at this point. “This is my territory, and we have to do something.”

Ji Lan knew she had completely messed up today. None of the three people in front of her were someone she could provoke. She had been in the entertainment industry for many years, used to the ups and downs, and today was her turn.Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.

She let out a bitter smile, “Fine, I accept.” She walked up to the young waitress and said, “Go ahead.”

“Lan?” Bai Ruoning wore sunglasses, so her eyes couldn’t be seen, but one could guess how helpless she felt.

The room fell silent.

The young waitress, born at the bottom of society, was used to being insignificant. Now, with three big shots standing by her side, she felt overwhelmed and at a loss. Facing the well-dressed Ji Lan, she couldn’t raise her hand, and looked helplessly at Song Yun, whispering, “Boss, I… I forgive her.”

In just a few words, she expressed not only forgiveness and tolerance but also bitterness and humility. The people present all felt a mix of emotions.

Another long silence ensued.

Xiao Shun let out a complex, soft laugh, “Miss Bai, my wife and mother-in-law are big fans of yours. If I remember correctly, you also had a difficult life before joining the show. I really wonder what you’re thinking now.”

Bai Ruoning’s face was half-covered by large sunglasses, and the corner of her mouth twitched slightly. She turned to face the young waitress, bowed slightly, and said, “I’m sorry.”

“Alright, you can go now,” Xiao Shun said.

After Bai Ruoning left, Song Yun sighed, shrugged, and chuckled, “Should we have treated those two women differently?”