met free Chapter 451 Winning Back a City
Chapter 451 Winning Back a City
"Honey, I feel like I've become the target of everyone's criticism."
Chi Moqing paused on the steering wheel, and after a long while, she finally spoke, "Don't overthink it, your husband is here."
It was clear that Chi Moqing knew something, but he was unwilling to say more.
Yan Zuozuo frowned. Too many things had happened recently, and she had already caused her husband too much worry. If he didn't want to talk about it, she didn't want to force him. Perhaps she shouldn't know the details.
She didn't plan to tell Chi Moqing about the change of manager. After all, Yi Fanxi's background was somewhat complicated, and if she could handle it, she didn't want her husband to keep standing up for her; she worried he would get tired too.
She had said she would be strong and protect those who loved her and those she loved, so she decided to try to solve the problem herself first, and only ask her husband for help if necessary.
Even after arriving home, Chi Moqing's brows were still furrowed. Yan Zuozuo knew that things were probably not so simple lately. But no matter how difficult things were, she would always stand by her husband.
She reached out and smoothed his furrowed brow. "Honey, you have me, and I have you. As long as we're together, nothing can defeat us."
Chi Moqing smiled slightly, his eyes filled with tenderness. He held her small hand and gently stroked her cheek with his other hand. "That's right, no matter what happens, we have each other."
Neither the person hidden in the shadows by the charity organization nor the person who helped Qin Yun escape this time could be traced by Chi Moqing, demonstrating the formidable nature of their opponent. His wife leads a simple life and would never provoke such a person. In other words, their target is very likely him.
Is it J again?
Since J escaped last time, there has been no news of him. Could it be him?
Chi Moqing frowned and reached out to hug Yan Zuozuo. No matter who it was, they could deal with him, but if they wanted to deal with his wife, he would not let any of them get away with it!
After calming herself down, Chi Moqing leaned down and gently said to Zuo Zuo, "I'll go cook. You rest for a while, okay?"
Yan Zuozuo smiled and said, "I'll go with you."
The next day, in the charity's president's office, Yan Zuozuo stared at the documents in her hand, a headache forming in her mind. With so many restaurants and entertainment venues needing to change management, she feared that widespread anxiety was inevitable.
The key question is whether these newly appointed managers can truly reassure customers, or whether their management philosophies are actually suitable. Entertainment venues are a bit better off, but now that restaurant chefs have changed, it means the taste of the food will change as well. What if customers don't like it?
Meng Yuanfei sat opposite Yan Zuozuo and, seeing her furrowed brow, asked, "Not satisfied?"
Yan Zuozuo shook her head: "It has nothing to do with these people, but there will probably be many follow-up problems."
Meng Yuanfei raised an eyebrow: "Then we won't change the person."
Yan Zuozuo rolled her eyes. If she could avoid changing any of them, would she still be so troubled?
Seeing Yan Zuozuo's expression, Meng Yuanfei smiled and said, "President Yan mentioned this matter to me briefly before, and I have also investigated Yi Fanxi. He has a weakness, which I'm sure the president is aware of."
"His adoptive father?"
Meng Yuanfei nodded: "As far as I know, Yi Fanxi's adoptive father has a history of drug addiction. Although he was later forced to quit, his body was already overwhelmed and he could pass away at any time. This is why Yi Fanxi lives in a place like the vegetable market, which is the closest residential building to the most famous hospital in S City."
Yan Zuozuo paused slightly, her eyes flickering, and asked uncertainly, "So, what Manager Meng means is..."
"Over the years, Yi Fanxi has been searching for a mysterious and elusive doctor. One of the reasons he was willing to accept the Mafia was because of this, but even with the Mafia's influence, he still hasn't been able to find this person."
Yan Zuozuo's eyes lit up: "So, we can find this person before him and take this opportunity to make him abandon his original plan!" But she was only happy for a short while. Soon after, she sighed again, "Even the Mafia can't find this person, how could we possibly find him?" She smiled bitterly.
“I can find it,” Meng Yuanfei suddenly said, which made Yan Zuozuo’s eyes widen. “Really?”
Meng Yuanfei smiled faintly: "President, please rest assured, leave this matter to me. I'll take care of it in one day."
Yan Zuozuo was overjoyed. Sure enough, a day later Meng Yuanfei told her that he had contacted the right person. She immediately called Mr. Wang and asked to meet him.
Mr. Wang was still dressed in a suit and tie, and he bowed politely as soon as he entered the office.
Yan Zuozuo nodded and asked Wu Xiaoran to pour in two cups of coffee.
"I don't know what Chairman Yan wants to see me about, please speak frankly." Mr. Wang glanced at his watch, as if he was in a hurry.
Yan Zuozuo smiled slightly: "Mr. Wang is a straightforward person, so I won't beat around the bush. I've called you here today to discuss what methods we can use to retain the people who originally belonged to me."
Mr. Wang's eyes flickered: "President Yan, I'm really sorry, this is our CEO's decision, and I'm afraid it can't be changed. President Yan, you'd better make plans as soon as possible."
"Is there really no room for maneuver at all?" Yan Zuozuo asked, raising an eyebrow.
Mr. Wang paused for a moment, then said, "Yes."
Yan Zuozuo gave a cold laugh: "Since that's the case, then I'll trouble Mr. Wang to go back and tell your president that Doctor Xue will probably never appear in this lifetime."
Mr. Wang was shocked. "Dr. Xue?"
This wasn't the person their CEO had been so eager to find, yet this woman actually knew him. But whether she genuinely knew him or was just bluffing was hard to say.
He lowered his eyes: "President Yan, do you really know Doctor Xue?"
"You can go back and tell your CEO what I said. As for whether what I said is true or not, let him judge for himself." Yan Zuozuo clearly meant to see him out without saying more. "Mr. Wang, take care. I won't see you out."
Mr. Wang wanted to ask more questions, but seeing Yan Zuozuo's expression, he kept everything to himself.
He stood up: "I will relay this to our CEO. Sorry to bother you."
As soon as Mr. Wang stepped out of the charity's office building, he immediately contacted Yi Fanxi. Meanwhile, Wu Xiaoran had just brought in the coffee; clearly, there was only one cup.
Yan Zuozuo raised an eyebrow and looked at Wu Xiaoran questioningly, only to see that she still had that aloof and indifferent look. "I don't think this gentleman will sit for long. It would be a pity if he collapsed."
Yan Zuozuo was speechless. She took a sip of coffee, tapped her fingers on the table, and suddenly seemed to remember something. "Secretary Wu, there's something I'm very curious about. Could you please tell me the truth?"
"President, please speak."
"Why did you support me back then?" They weren't really friends. Although she was the assistant and Wu Xiaoran was the secretary, Chi Xuecan personally instructed her on everything, and she had very little contact with Wu Xiaoran.
"Because you were chosen by Chairman Chi."
Yan Zuozuo had considered this possibility, but she was more curious about why Wu Xiaoran was so loyal to Chi Xuecan.
Wu Xiaoran seemed to see her confusion and stood in front of her, saying, "I was a poor student and originally wouldn't have been able to go to university. It was President Chi who helped me. To me, President Chi is my benefactor. Since she chose you, no matter what, I will stand by your side." In other words, even if Yan Zuozuo hadn't won, she would still have supported her.
Yan Zuozuo smiled and was about to speak when Meng Yuanfei knocked and came in. Wu Xiaoran greeted him and left.
Sitting opposite Yan Zuozuo, Meng Yuanfei smiled and said, "I just saw Mr. Wang with his brows furrowed, as if he was very conflicted. It seems that the chairman made a good move."
"Thanks to Supervisor Meng, otherwise I wouldn't know what to use to negotiate with them."
Meng Yuanfei raised an eyebrow: "Besides keeping these people, did the chairman make any other requests?"
Yan Zuozuo was confused. When she met Meng Yuanfei's ambiguous smile, she exclaimed and slapped her forehead, "I actually made a losing deal. No, no, I have to add more later."
Meng Yuanfei nodded in agreement: "We're short on funds lately, so I'll have to trouble you, Chairman. Fila is a large corporation; they won't care about such a small amount of money."
Yan Zuozuo chuckled, "Why do we seem like an extortion group?"
"NONONO, we're doing a good deed for the FILA Group and promoting positive energy. They should be grateful to us."
Over the years, as a large international corporation, Filaco has never done any charity work. Wouldn't it be too unfair not to take advantage of this opportunity to make a profit?
Yan Zuozuo was speechless; this theory seemed somewhat dubious. Oh well, it's a mutually beneficial arrangement anyway, and he believed Yi Fanxi wouldn't be too bothered by it.
"However, I am quite curious about what the behind-the-scenes boss of the Fila Group is up to in this game," Meng Yuanfei said thoughtfully. Based on his understanding of this behind-the-scenes boss, he was cunning, decisive, and had an accurate eye for opportunity. Once he made a move, he would not give the other party any breathing room.
However, this was clearly just a game, as if it was deliberately meant to make things difficult for Yan Zuozuo, but without any real intention of killing him. It was quite interesting.
"Hmm?" Yan Zuozuo looked at Meng Yuanfei curiously. Hearing what he said, could it be that Yi Fanxi did not really intend to avenge Qin Yun, but was just putting on an act?
When Yi Fanxi received Mr. Wang's call, his eyes flickered. Standing on the floor-to-ceiling window, looking at the bustling crowd outside, he said slowly, "We don't have to dig up the body. Consider that check as a donation from the Fila Group. However, I need to see Doctor Xue as soon as possible."
"Yes, President."
He hung up the call and glanced back at his still-sleeping adoptive father. The doctor had issued a critical condition notice; Dr. Xue was his last hope. As for Qin Yun, he didn't plan to tell his adoptive father; he'd let him assume she was doing well.
Qin Yun...
He had initially considered saving her, but after the assassination attempt, he changed his mind. Rather than letting her live in hatred, it was better to let her find a place to reflect. If she truly repented one day, then it wouldn't be too late to save her.
After Mr. Wang finished his call with Yi Fanxi, he returned to Yan Zuozuo's office. Yan Zuozuo glanced at the time; forty minutes had passed.
It seems that Yi Fanxi really cares about this adoptive father.
"So, your CEO has already replied?" Yan Zuozuo asked, taking a sip of coffee.
Mr. Wang nodded and relayed Yi Fanxi's original words to Yan Zuozuo, "Our president hopes to see Doctor Xue tomorrow."
Yan Zuozuo glanced at Meng Yuanfei and asked for his opinion.
Meng Yuanfei recalled that the check in Yan Zuozuo's hand was for a considerable sum, and the terms weren't unacceptable. He nodded slightly, his meaning clear: a pleasant cooperation.
Yan Zuozuo returned home in a good mood. Seeing this, Chi Moqing reached out and pinched her cheek. "What good thing happened? Why are you so happy?"
Now that the matter has been resolved, shouldn't I be able to tell my husband? She couldn't wait to share it with Chi Moqing. Chi Moqing raised an eyebrow, and just as he was about to speak, his phone rang.
His sharp eyes narrowed as he glanced at the caller ID.