NOVPUBChapter 255: Li Ziyu Unaffected by Tricks
Ma Junjie’s thoughts were directly opposed to those of Ma Zhong. He spoke up, “Uncle Zhong, I think we should not involve the Liu family in this matter.”
Ma Zhong was surprised that Ma Junjie would disagree with him and asked with a smile, “Xiaojie, what are your thoughts?”
Ma Junjie calmly replied, “The Liu family cannot be involved for a simple reason: we don’t have enough profit to share. We’ve already conceded a part of the profits in our cooperation with the Xiao family. If we bring the Liu family into this, we will inevitably have to give up even more profits, which does not align with our expectations.”
“The second reason is that the Liu family has always been greedy and ruthless. If they demand a larger share after the matter is settled, whether we give it to them or not could become a problem.”
“The third reason is that Xiao Feiyu is currently discussing a marriage alliance with the Liu family. Regardless of whether it’s likely to happen or not, we can’t afford the risk. If they band together and kick us out in the future, Uncle Zhong, do you think we can compete with the Liu family?”
Ma Zhong pondered for a moment, then expressed his admiration, “Xiaojie, you really have grown up, thinking more comprehensively than your uncle.”
Ma Junjie modestly said, “You’re joking, Uncle. You just don’t have enough information, which is why you didn’t consider all aspects.”
“Well, as far as I know, those old folks from the Liu family were invited out by Wang Yannian, so they don’t represent the Liu family, which means this deal might really be feasible,” Ma Zhong said somewhat expectantly.
“Uncle~! Should I confront Li Ziyu tomorrow and make her comply?”
Thinking of Li Ziyu’s charming face, Ma Junjie felt a thrill. Mainly, it was Li Ziyu’s demeanor that was truly captivating. Naturally beautiful and as cool as a lotus, Ma Junjie considered himself experienced with women, yet those women only had their ‘surgical beauty’, which was nothing compared to Li Ziyu.
He sighed deeply, “It’s a pity, being on opposite sides, and she’s with Su Lin. Otherwise, I could have offered her a chance for a marriage alliance.”
“Marriage alliance, Xiaojie, have you thought this through? Do you want a marriage alliance?”
Ma Junjie quickly shook his head, “A marriage alliance is out of the question, Uncle. I just mentioned it casually, why did you take it seriously?”
Ma Zhong said sternly, “Nonsense, your uncle may be old, but I’m still sharp. You clearly mentioned a marriage alliance just now.”
Ma Junjie: “Alright, Uncle, you win. I’m off to have fun with my darlings, no more arguing with you.”
Ma Zhong replied irritably, “Take it easy, my young master, you’ll end up killed by a woman someday!”
“I’d be happy to…” Ma Junjie’s voice came from outside.
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“Finally off work, Su Lin, what are we eating tonight?”
Su Lin stretched his wrists and yawned, “Today, I and Aunt Su made a breakthrough, so we must celebrate. How about we splurge at the Four Seasons Hotel? I’ll call Yanyan and Xiaoyue to join us.”
“Going out to eat is not as good as cooking at home for us,” Lin Xiaowan pouted. Although the food at Four Seasons Hotel was decent, it was nowhere near Su Lin’s cooking. Recently, Su Lin had occasionally cooked for them, and their tastes had become quite refined.
Xia Shiyu nodded with a smile, “Yeah, cooking at home is better.”
Su Lin shook his head, “Let’s not have me cook this time; there are too many people, and I’d have to prepare too many dishes.”
Lin Xiaowan put her hands on her hips, irritated, “Are you saying we eat a lot? Su Lin, I and Xiaoyu combined don’t eat as much as you.”
Xia Shiyu giggled, “Su Lin’s appetite matches three of us.”
Su Lin responded, “I work hard all day and night, okay? I need to replenish my energy~!”
He Suxi’s heart disagreed more and more, quickly interrupting, “Enough, enough. Keep your flirting for when you’re at home alone, but there are still others here. Have you forgotten about this old one?”
Lin Xiaowan quickly hugged He Suxi’s arm and coaxed, “Aunt Su isn’t old at all. You still look as young as a twenty-year-old.”
He Suxi gave Lin Xiaowan a sideways look, “As young as a young lady, you really dare say it.”
“Hehe… I’m just telling the truth .”
Su Lin waved his hand, “That settles it, we’re going to Four Seasons Hotel. I’ll text Ziyu now, and we can start eating soon.”
The women nodded together. Although Lin Xiaowan wanted to eat food cooked by Su Lin, his point was valid: if there were too many people, he really couldn’t manage alone. If they helped in the kitchen, it would undoubtedly neglect He Suxi, so eating out was indeed the best choice.
On her side, Li Ziyu received Su Lin’s message and quickly called the Four Seasons Hotel to arrange a private room. She swiftly finished her work and prepared to join Su Lin and the others for dinner. Just as she was about to leave, her assistant came to report that Jiang Ruoxi had arrived.
Jiang Ruoxi stood at the door of Li Ziyu’s office, her heart in turmoil. After leaving the Su Corporation building, she almost slapped herself.
But she knew she couldn’t speak directly in front of Su Lin, so she came to try her luck with Li Ziyu, hoping for success. After all, managing her own marriage in such a prominent family was too important, and she didn’t want to give up.
Li Ziyu was momentarily stunned, “Ruoxi, what is she doing here at this time? Let her in.”
“Okay, President Li…”
Two minutes later, a nervous Jiang Ruoxi entered Li Ziyu’s office.
“Ziyu…”
Hearing Jiang Ruoxi’s coquettish tone, Li Ziyu quickly held up her finger, “Stop! Don’t talk to me in that tone, be normal.”
Jiang Ruoxi rubbed her face and then sat down in front of Li Ziyu, “Ziyu, promise me, you have to help me this time.”
Li Ziyu looked at Jiang Ruoxi warily. She knew this woman too well. If it wasn’t something difficult, she would have spoken directly and asked for Li Ziyu’s help. Now, acting out of character by asking her to agree before explaining, it must be a challenging situation.
Li Ziyu sat up straight, then said to Jiang Ruoxi, “Ruoxi, first tell me what it is, I’ll see if I can do it. If I can, I don’t mind agreeing.”
“Ziyu, this is about my lifelong matter, about whether I can control my own marriage, you must help me.”
“Start with the matter…” Li Ziyu remained unmoved.
Seeing this, Jiang Ruoxi knew she couldn’t get a prior commitment from Li Ziyu and reluctantly said, “Well… here’s what happened…”
As Jiang Ruoxi narrated the events, Li Ziyu finally understood why Jiang Ruoxi had come to her. Her brows furrowed.
Jiang Ruoxi and her uncle thought it was Su Lin’s master or someone similar who was making a breakthrough, but based on Li Ziyu’s understanding of Su Lin, the person likely to be breaking through was Su Lin himself.
Although she was now cultivating and knew the difficulties of cultivation, Su Lin was always one to break the norms. The more she interacted with him, the more she felt Su Lin’s extraordinary nature. Thus, the person wasn’t likely to be Su Lin’s so-called master, but Su Lin himself!
