Chapter 163 Zhang Yaqing Prepares to Fulfill Her Promise

Chapter 163: Chapter 163 Zhang Yaqing Prepares to Fulfill Her Promise

This statement was brimming with threats and lofty disdain. Suddenly, the atmosphere became charged with tension. Luo Qingli slowly narrowed her beautiful eyes as a surge of anger welled up in her chest.

"I advise you to recognize the situation, Miss Luo," Lu Rugao continued. "The wise know when to yield. I don’t enjoy making things difficult for others; after all, harmony brings wealth. But if you truly decide to stand against me, then you are my enemy.

"And I have no mercy for my enemies."

Lu Rugao’s voice grew colder. Under her leadership, the Lu Corporation had already reached a new peak, leaving little room for further growth in the domestic market. Now, her sights were set on international expansion.

However, despite her aggressive efforts, her expansion into the international market had always lacked the right opportunity.

Recently, she had been observing the Nourishing Facial Cream developed by the Luo Group and realized it was a product with immense potential. In her hands, it would undoubtedly be the key to effortlessly prying open the door to the international market! And if she coupled that with her trump card, control over the new port...

With this two-pronged approach, she believed she could achieve her goal and breach the international market with ease. When that time came, her position within the Lu Family would be completely solidified. This was why she was willing to cast aside all decorum and openly level such threats at Luo Qingli.

"Miss Lu, I certainly don’t doubt your capabilities," Luo Qingli said, taking a deep breath and meeting her arrogant gaze. "But even a small company has its dignity. If you truly want what I have, then bring it on!

"I will see this through to the very end."

She had never wanted to offend Lu Rugao, but it was clear that Lu Rugao had no intention of letting her off the hook. Moreover, Lu Rugao’s condescending attitude, as if she could easily dictate Luo Qingli’s fate, was repulsive, igniting the fighting spirit deep within her.

"Are you sure?" Lu Rugao’s eyes practically overflowed with coldness.

Luo Qingli pursed her red lips. "Miss Lu, even an ant has its own dignity and resolve."

"Heh," Lu Rugao sneered. "I’ll give you two days to think it over.

"I hope you consider your options carefully.

"Many before you were just as stubborn and self-righteous, yet they collapsed like clay dolls under the Lu Corporation’s assault! By the time they regretted their decision and came begging for mercy, it was far too late.

"At that point, I won’t give them any—"

SMASH! Chen Xiao kicked the chair in front of him, shattering it and cutting Lu Rugao off.

Lu Rugao turned, her expression darkening.

Chen Xiao cleaned out his ear and said nonchalantly, "Are you done spouting nonsense?"

"You—" The faces of the people behind Lu Rugao contorted in fury, and they started to rush forward to teach Chen Xiao a lesson.

Chen Xiao rose to his full height and glanced at the unconscious Lu Buqun. "What?" he taunted. "Want to end up like this old man?"

Those men hesitated and backed down, their expressions incredibly grim.

"Stand down."

Lu Rugao gestured for them to retreat, then approached Chen Xiao with a graceful stride. "I admit you have some skill, seeing as even Old Master Lu lost to you.

"But let me tell you, brute force can’t solve everything!"

Chen Xiao’s face was a mask of impatience. "If you enjoy babbling so much, I don’t mind taking you to my place, hanging you up, and listening to you blather on for a couple of days.

"Then again, the prized daughter of the Capital Lu Family being taken to a man’s home for several days... I’m sure the public would be very interested in what might happen between them."

Hearing this, Lu Rugao’s pretty face changed dramatically. She wanted to lash out at Chen Xiao, but when she met his wild and aggressive gaze, she felt an inexplicable flicker of fear. Gritting her teeth, she snapped, "Let’s go."

Before leaving, she tossed one last harsh warning over her shoulder. "Miss Luo, you’d better think carefully about what I said."

After Lu Rugao left, the atmosphere in the room remained tense.

Swallowing nervously, Li Kani tried to sneak away, but Chen Xiao’s gaze swept over to her. "Miss Li, where do you think you’re going? Everyone here heard the bet we made.

"You wouldn’t be thinking of reneging, would you?"

Li Kani’s expression faltered. She coughed lightly. "How... how could I? I’m not that kind of person!"

"Good to hear," Chen Xiao said with a mocking smile. "Then just do as we agreed. Come over and serve as my wife’s maid for a few days, pouring her tea."

Li Kani gritted her teeth. She cast a pleading look toward Lu Wushuang.

I’m the sole daughter of the Zhonghai Li Family, a wealthy heiress! If word gets out that I’m serving Luo Qingli as a maid, how can I ever show my face again?

Just as Lu Wushuang was about to speak, Chen Xiao cut her off. "Li Kani, you aren’t thinking of asking my senior sister to plead your case, are you? If my senior sister were to speak up, I wouldn’t disrespect her. But I trust you’re not the type of person to go back on your word."

"I..." Li Kani gritted her teeth, completely trapped. "Fine, I’ll do it! I always keep my word! It’s just pouring tea, what’s the big deal?"

Despite her brave words, her eyes welled up with aggrieved tears.

Chen Xiao sneered.

Dealing with a proud, arrogant brat like her? Too easy.

Of course, he couldn’t care less whether she actually honored her commitment. He simply wanted to knock the arrogance out of her; seeing her so flustered was just an amusing bonus.

Just then, Zhang Yaqing approached Chen Xiao, her crescent-moon eyes smiling. "Mr. Chen, thank you for securing this precious spot for the Zongheng Chamber of Commerce. Tonight, the Zhang Family will be hosting a celebratory banquet at Zhang’s Restaurant, and we sincerely invite you to attend as our guest.

"Surely you won’t refuse, Mr. Chen?"

Before Chen Xiao could reply, Luo Qingli cut in coldly, "Sorry, Chen Xiao and I also have to celebrate tonight. He’s not available."

"Oh?" Zhang Yaqing’s smile was ambiguous.

"Miss Luo, while I understand you and Mr. Chen are married, even the closest of couples should allow each other some personal freedom. My invitation was for Mr. Chen, so whether he goes or not should be his decision to make.

"Besides, didn’t I just hear... that the two of you are getting a divorce?"

The two women’s gazes locked, and they could both see the fire burning in the other’s eyes.

Luo Qingli pursed her red lips. "Regardless, Chen Xiao is still my husband for now. And whether or not we get a divorce is our business. As an outsider, Miss Zhang, what right do you have to interfere?"

"Hee hee..." Zhang Yaqing giggled. She chose not to bicker with Luo Qingli and instead turned back to Chen Xiao. "Mr. Chen, the Zhang Family will have a VIP seat prepared for you. And don’t forget... our little secret agreement, okay?

"I’ll be waiting for you."