The Crazy Son-In-Law

Chang Zizhen quickly glanced over the business card, set it aside, and got straight to the point. “I’m aware of your situation. We’re waiting for the investigation results.”

Yao Cen smiled slightly and said, “Mr. Chang, our factory has always strictly adhered to the emission standards prescribed by the Environmental Protection Agency by installing a wastewater treatment system. I can assure you that the incident has nothing to do with Starline.

“Of course, we also cooperate with the work of the Environmental Protection Agency and accept investigations. However, as you see, this is currently our peak production season. If we stop operations, hundreds of mouths are waiting to be fed, and wages still need to be paid. Otherwise, if people leave, I’ll have to recruit again…”

“Just say what you want to say directly, there’s no need to beat around the bush. We’re here to serve the people, and businessmen are also people.” Chang Zizhen interrupted her, saying so with a grin.

“I’d like to see if the results of the investigation from the Environmental Protection Agency could come out sooner. On the one hand, this incident is negatively affecting our company’s reputation; on the other hand, we also want to resume work as soon as possible, right?”

“You’ve seen that there are hardly any idle people in the whole Environmental Protection Agency. Now that environmental protection is being strictly enforced, we are short-handed and very busy. There are also established procedures, other companies are waiting to resume work just like you. We have to treat everyone equally, we can’t favor one over another, right? Otherwise, we would be showing favoritism.” Chang Zizhen lightly tapped on the table as he spoke.

“Moreover, the issue with your company is very serious. Twenty or thirty people are still in the emergency room. It’s not for you or me to decide. So, you should go back and wait for the results of the investigation.”

“Is there really no room for compromise? Our company is just starting, and it really can’t stand such a blow.” Yao Cen laughed awkwardly.

Chang Zizhen shook his head. “I’m sorry, but I can’t help you with this.”

Yao Cen pursed her lips, looking disappointed. “Okay then, I won’t disturb you, Mr. Chang.”

What she was worried about was not so much the resumption of work, but more about the reputation of Starline. If the issue was not resolved and the news continues to ferment, the brand image of Starline Health would be greatly damaged.

She thought to herself, “I’m really not up to this, I can’t even solve this little issue.” If it were Xiao Shun, he probably would have resolved it by now. Unconsciously, she began to compare herself with Xiao Shun. Women’s thoughts are always so elusive.

Just as Yao Cen was about to leave the office, Chang Zizhen stopped her.Original from NôvelDrama.Org.

“Miss President, wait a moment.”

“Is there something else?” Yao Cen asked, puzzled.

“Starline is an old company in Stillwater. It has gone bankrupt many times, but now it’s been revived by the President. That’s impressive, not easy at all.”

“You flatter me, Mr. Chang.” Yao Cen, sensing a glimmer of hope, her heart lit up again.

Chang Zizhen pretended to ponder for a moment, then said, “Well, this is the thing. I alone can’t decide on this matter. Tonight, our director is having dinner with a supplier of environmental protection equipment. I’ll be there too. If you have time, you could come along with me, find an opportunity to talk to our director. I can put in a good word for you. With that, there’s a good chance this matter can be resolved.”

Yao Cen hesitated slightly. She had occasionally attended such social events before and found nothing to be afraid of.

“Alright, thank you, Mr. Chang. I’ll definitely be there tonight.”

When she said the last sentence “I’ll definitely be there tonight,” Chang Zizhen looked at her charming face and graceful figure, his heart skipped a beat.

“I’ll send the address to you later.” Chang Zizhen picked up the business card, waving it with a smile.

Yao Cen nodded, thanked him, and left the Environmental Protection Agency. Although she still wasn’t sure if she could swing the decision, at least there was some progress, which made her very happy.

…

When Xiao Shun woke up, it was already past eight in the evening. As soon as he opened his eyes, he saw two incredibly beautiful faces – a sight that filled him with a profound sense of happiness. The seductively charming face belonged to Tang Shishi, a bewitching damsel, whereas the other, a pure and innocent visage, belonged naturally to Song Linger. He had no idea how the two of them knew he was here. At that moment, both were staring at him intently, not blinking an eye. The light cast down from the incandescent bulb on the ceiling left him somewhat dazed at first.

“Where am I?” he asked.

Song Linger, batting her big eyes, said to Shishi, “Shishi, has my master gone mad?”

“Don’t say that,” Shishi responded solemnly. “Your master chose to be a saint, even to his own detriment. We should admire him, respect him, worship him. It’s too… damn grand!” Song Linger nodded seriously in agreement.

Xiao Shun, rendered speechless, gave them both a blank look. Song Linger helped him sit up. He felt his body was still very exhausted, and he could hardly muster any strength.

“Why did you both come together?” Xiao Shun asked, ruffling his messy hair.

“We’re friends now, so why can’t we come together?” Song Linger responded, puzzled. Well, two people who are naturally familiar with each other can easily become friends.

“When we came, there was a young nurse sitting by your bed. She seemed very concerned about you. You didn’t come to treat people and pick up a girl, did you?” Shishi joked. “If you’re thinking about keeping a mistress, that girl will have to get in line behind me. I’m the second, Linger is the third, so she’ll be the fourth.”

“What a bunch of nonsense,” Xiao Shun said with a bitter smile. He couldn’t even handle one wife, let alone keep a mistress.

The girl Shishi referred to was probably Chu Hong, who must’ve been frightened at the time. He wondered if she had recorded the scene of him fainting. He’d have to ask her to delete it later, it was too embarrassing.

Shishi sat on the edge of the bed, her body emanating a faint fragrance that was very pleasing to his nose. Her captivating eyes were locked onto Xiao Shun. She sighed softly, “Ever since I met you, it seems that nothing good has happened. I had just finalized the details of the agency agreement with Starline, and now this has happened. The internet is full of complaints.”

“I do believe it has nothing to do with Starline,” she added, “probably someone is envious. That’s just business competition. However, we have to figure out who our enemy is. We’re being too passive if our enemy is in the dark and we’re in the light.”

“Sooner or later, everything will come to light,” Xiao Shun responded, smiling nonchalantly.

“Let me see what they’re complaining about.”

“Forget it, you better not look now. You’re so weak, I’m afraid you can’t handle it. If you close your eyes and pass out, what will Linger and I do? We don’t even have a title, we can’t even get a share of the inheritance,” Shishi said gloomily.

Xiao Shun, speechless, glanced at her, opened his own phone, and quickly browsed through.