Chapter 173 - 173: 171 Win-Win Cooperation (1) Ji Baijian’s Warmth (2 more updates)

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Song Shan’s office.

Yue Dong suddenly said after a phone call, “The issue of the project leader doesn’t need to be changed anymore.”

Song Zhizhi and Song Shan were both a little stunned, staring straight at Yue Dong.

Yue Dong said, “Zhan Song just called me and said that Jihong Group has just issued a statement that due to internal reasons within the group, they will not participate in the bidding work for the Commercial Management Development Zone, and expressed regret for their inability to participate in this development zone.”

Song Zhizhi was somewhat shocked.

So was Song Shan.

Why so sudden?

The development project was originally a highly profitable venture, yet Jihong Group doesn’t want such a large piece of fat meat?

“So, since Jihong Group voluntarily gave up on this project, Song Zhizhi naturally doesn’t need to avoid suspicion anymore,” Yue Dong seemed quite pleased with this answer.

Although a large Consortium like Jihong gave up on project investment, fortunately, this project has a large potential and there are many companies bidding at present. Therefore, it naturally turned out to be a good thing, since no shortage of investment funds will be experienced because of the absence of Jihong Group.

“You are still fully responsible for the project, I look forward to your final result,” Yue Dong said unreservedly.

Song Zhizhi slightly smiled, “I’ll work hard, thank you Director Yue.”

“You’re welcome, this is your capability.”

Song Zhizhi made some polite remarks.

Then, Yue Dong said a few things and left Song Shan’s office first.

In the office, Song Shan said to Song Zhizhi, “Thanks to the Ji Family, otherwise you would have to give up this project.” Song Zhizhi nodded.

Indeed it was.

“But why did the Ji Family suddenly issue such a declaration at a crucial moment?” Song Shan was surprised.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

Song Zhizhi said, “I just spoke with Ji Baijian. I just wanted to vent my emotions and also hope that Ji Baijian could help me think of a solution. I really didn’t know how to react, I didn’t expect him to directly publish such a statement.”

It really was a pleasant surprise,

Ji Baijian always gives her surprises, big surprises.

“In this marriage, the Ji Family really showed enough sincerity. I used to be afraid that I would wrong you by marrying you off, now it seems I was overthinking.”

Song Zhizhi laughed.

There’s a sweetness slowly spreading inside her.

“Finally, the weight on my heart has lifted slightly.” Song Shan exclaimed heavily.

Song Zhizhi looked at her father’s appearance, “Dad, I’ll be fine.”

“Of course you will be.” Song Shan smiled kindly.

Song Zhizhi looked at Song Shan, seeing his speckled grey hair, she felt a pang of sorrow.

She said, “Dad, I still have work to do, I’ll leave first.”

“Go on.”

Song Zhizhi nodded and stood.

At that moment, she felt her father had aged a lot.

She will definitely make him enjoy his old age without regrets.

As she was getting ready to leave the office, Liu Zizhong was at the door seemingly about to enter.

Song Shan gave Liu Zizhong a little smile, “Uncle Liu.”

“Miss.” Liu Zizhong showed great respect.

Song Zhizhi left.

As she was leaving, she suddenly looked back.

Song Zhizhi noticed the cup of tea in Liu Zizhong’s hand. That was her father’s exclusive tea cup. Her father had a habit of drinking tea and had never changed in all these years, and…

Her heart suddenly tightened.

She watched as Liu Zizhong placed the tea cup on her father’s desk, opened it for him, and then respectfully left.

Song Zhizhi clenched her teeth and left Song Shan’s office.

Back in her own office, Song Zhizhi was still somewhat lost in thought.

In her mind, the phrase “the only, her father’s personal habit” that Ji Baijian told her echoed.

Ji Baijian had said, “Don’t think that the people you trust don’t need to be investigated”!

She bit her lip.

She doesn’t doubt anyone now, but she has to guard against everyone.

Her gaze shifts slightly. She takes a deep breath and opens Weichat.

Zhizhi for Zhizhi: Ji Baijian, there are no changes to the project manager’s situation.

Ji Dabai: Congratulations.

It seems, he’s quite nonchalant.

Zhizhi for Zhizhi: Your father doesn’t object to this?

As far as she knows, the Jihong Group is still governed by Ji Yunlei. Will he just let Ji Baijian throw his weight around?

Ji Dabai: He doesn’t object.

Zhizhi for Zhizhi: Don’t act tough, I won’t laugh at you

For instance, crying to his father, making a fuss, then threatening suicide.

Of course, Song Zhizhi also understands that the probability of such a thing happening is extremely low.

Ji Dabai: Rest assured, I am a businessman. I know how to make profit and make choices.

Song Zhizhi is speechless.

Can’t this man occasionally lower his pride to let her pamper him?

Song Zhizhi closes Weichat.

She may be disgruntled, but within her heart, it is ultimately very warm.

The more sweet Song Zhizhi is in this moment, the more furious Yi Wenhan feels on the other end.

He leaves his office and heads to a deserted balcony relaxation area in the business department to make a phone call in a corner.

“Mom!” Yi Wenhan says fiercely, “I’ve really had enough.”

He had thought that Song Zhizhi definitely wouldn’t have a solution this time.

Despite her vehement defense in the meeting room, the existing situation was a factual existence. How could Song Zhizhi possibly convince others? The Commercial Management Board, bound by its principles of fairness and justice, would definitely replace Song Zhizhi. He even heard through the grapevine that Zhan Song had already reported to President Yue, and then President Yue personally went to find Song Shan. Naturally, this meant the matter of removing Song Zhizhi as the project manager was settled. But before he had a chance to rejoice, this thunderbolt of news arrived.

Does Ji Baijian love Song Zhizhi so much that he’s lost all principles?!

He’s able to give up such a large piece of meat just like that?!

Yi Wenhan grinds his teeth in anger.

In the past, he could still fool himself into saying that Ji Baijian and Song Zhizhi’s feelings were fake, that their two families were marrying for alliance, and their actions were all for show. Now, it’s hard to deny even if he wants to!

After all, as a business consortium, it is simply impossible for them to choose to give up their interests without hesitation. Yet, it happened to Song Zhizhi.

Why is Song Zhizhi always so lucky, always able to turn a crisis into an opportunity?!

“I know how you feel,” says Nie Wenzhi, listening to her son’s words and not blaming her son for losing his temper, “I’ve lived for so many years and I’ve never encountered this kind of blow. I’ve never hated someone so much as to wish to tear them to pieces.”

Mother and son have been pushed to the brink of collapse by Song Zhizhi.

“So what are we going to do now? Just watch as Song Zhizhi flaunts her success in front of us?” Nie Wenzhi stays silent.

“Mom, if we just sit back and wait, Song Zhizhi will only get stronger. You always told me to be patient, and so I was. But what is the result? Song Zhizhi is only getting more and more arrogant and we are becoming increasingly passive!”

“Don’t worry, I will think it through. Rest assured, Song Zhizhi will not end well,” Nie Wenzhi says fiercely.

But Yi Wenhan doesn’t trust his mother as much as he used to.

All this time, they haven’t benefited in any way from dealing with Song Zhizhi.

“Anyway, you decide. I’m hanging up now,” says Yi Wenhan coldly.

He hangs up the phone, but his face is still grim.

How exactly is he going to squeeze Song Zhizhi until she collapses, how will he destroy her?!

In the Jihong Group.

Ji Baijian is sitting in his office chair, looking at the chat record with Song Zhizhi on the screen.

At the moment, Yin Qin is sitting in his office, idly playing a game.

Yin Qin glances up at Ji Baijian and says while still playing, “Your heart is burning, isn’t it?”

Ji Baijian’s gaze shifts slightly.

Yin Qin seems to have won a round. He puts down his phone, his face in a state of relaxation, “Every time you chat with Song Zhizhi, you only type a few words but you always stare at the screen in a daze for a half-hour.”

Ji Baijian glances at Yin Qin, but doesn’t deny it, “You are very observant.”

“For an old fox like you, if I don’t observe carefully, I’m afraid I’ll be devoured without even bones remaining.”

“Don’t worry, your meat is too old for my taste.”

“That’s not a nice way to rain on someone’s parade,” Yin Qin stated disapprovingly. Ji Baijian was a typical fox, showing empathy towards women but neglecting men!

“What do you need from me?” Ji Baijian quickly changed the topic.

Yin Qin picked up his phone again, tapping on the screen as if adjusting some settings in a game, seemingly unconcerned. He said, “I’ve really decided to cancel the marriage.” “What?” Ji Baijian furrowed his brow.

“I said, I’m calling off the wedding with Ji Baixin,” Yin Qin stated explicitly.

“What’s the reason?” Ji Baijian asked indifferently.

“Why, force without consent isn’t fruit sweet. I have had a clear thinking, although I like her, but I am not the type of person who thinks she is indispensable. I’ve always been generous, not fussing over minor issues. I’ve been dragging along with Ji Baixin for so many years, and honestly, I’m tired of it.”

“Tell the truth.” Ji Baijian’s expression turned stern. Yin Qin pursed his lips, then slowly said, “That is the truth.”

Ji Baijian stared at him, furrowing his brows.

Yin Qin kept staring at the screen and continually tapped on it, seemingly busy.

Ji Baijian watched Yin Qin for a while.

Then he said, “We’ll discuss it after Song Zhizhi’s and my wedding ceremony.”

“Okay,” Yin Qin agreed, nodding.

He didn’t want to disrupt Ji Baijian’s wedding at this critical moment.

After all, calling off the marriage between the Ji and Yin families was a big deal and would surely cause an uproar. He didn’t want to delay Ji Baijian’s wedding.

It was a rare occasion for the usually aloof Ji Baijian to finally be open about his feelings. Of course, he would support him wholeheartedly.

“If there’s nothing more, I’ll leave first.” Yin Qin put down his leg that had been resting over his knee, pocketed his phone and got up to leave.

Ji Baijian watched Yin Qin walk away without saying much.

He picked up his phone and dialed a number.

Not Ji Baixin’s.

He needed to understand Yin Qin’s and Ji Baixin•s situation further before taking actions, as he never proceeded without certainty.

The person he called was Xin Zaozao.

Xin Zaozao was utterly surprised when she received the phone call.

She asked, “Mr. Ji, are you sure you’re looking for me?”

Not looking for Mu Cidian.

Although she hadn’t seen Mu Cidian and Ji Baijian interact, as a business dealer, there always would be some connections. A skilled person like Mu Cidian would surely be proactive in connecting with Ji

Baijian.

“Isn’t the CEO of Xin Group…you?” Ji Baijian questioned in return.

“Thank you,” Xin Zaozao sincerely said.

For the first time, she was recognized by an outsider.

And that was… from Ji Baijian of Jihong Group.

The indescribable satisfaction was overwhelming.

“I wanted to discuss something with you. If you have the time, we can set up a meeting,” Ji Baijian suggested.

‘When are you free?” Xin Zaozao showed sincere respect.

“Tonight?”

“Tonight might be… a bit late.”

“HOW later’

“I’ll try to be there before nine o’clock,” Xin Zaozao immediately agreed.

“Fine, send the time and location to my mobile when confirmed,” Ji Baijian was not someone who tolerated loose ends.

“Sure.”

After hanging up, Xin Zaozao felt her heart racing.

It wasn’t about romance but… unexpectedly, the Jihong Group was taking the initiative to discuss matters with her.

No matter what it was, she felt it was the only thing that truly satisfied her since she had joined the Xin Group.

She couldn’t help but smile, a genuine smile of delight that she had never shown in the office before.

And Mu Cidian was quietly observing Xin Zaozao in the office.

Unaware of the call that had made her so happy.

He only knew that she would never smile at him like that again.

5:30 pm in the afternoon.

Stretching herself languidly, Xin Zaozao left the office after work

She had started to strictly adhere to her work timings.

Because Mu Cidiants office was on the same floor and even directly across from Xin Zaozao’s, he could always see her every move.

He just watched Xin Zaozao leave like that.

It seemed that for the past few days, she had stopped working overtime blindly, she had stopped holding a pile of files while looking distressed.

He did not know why Xin Zaozao had changed, but he saw a completely different Xin Zaozao compared to before.

Xin Zaozao left by the elevator.

Downstairs, Yan Quan was already there waiting for her in his car.

Xin Zaozao got into the car and headed to her destination, a luxurious restaurant for a high-standard banquet.

Xin Zaozao and Yan Quan arrived quite early, so they had to wait for a while.

It was probably past 7 0’clock when Zheng Feng finally arrived.

Xin Zaozao took the initiative to greet him, “Director Zheng, please have a seat.”

Zheng Feng was not very warm toward Xin Zaozao, but turned to Yan Quan and said, “I thought it was Secretary Yan who invited me to dinner, I didn’t expect our chairman to be here too!”

His words were filled with sarcasm.

Of course, when Yan Quan invited him, he had used his personal connections. If it had been Xin Zaozao, the other party definitely wouldn’t have agreed.

He said, “Come on, sit down, it’s just a dinner.”

He was intentionally trying to smooth things over.

Zheng Feng was already there, he couldn’t just turn around and leave now. Although he didn’t want to have dinner with Xin Zaozao, he still sat down.

Xin Zaozao personally poured wine for Zheng Feng.

Zheng Feng seemed to take it for granted.

Xin Zaozao picked up her wine glass,”Director Zheng, let me propose a toast to you.”

“Indeed. With no reason at hand, you are unctuously appeasing me, which makes me afraid to drink this glass of wine.” Zheng Feng bluntly turned her down, showing no tact.

The hand holding her wine glass looked awkward, Xin Zaozao slowly and calmly said, “You’re right, it’s my mistake to put Director Zheng in such a difficult position, I’ll punish myself with a drink.”

Zheng Feng’s eyebrows slightly furrowed.

Xin Zaozao had already downed her glass.

The spicy sensation from last night surged again.

She forced herself to look calm, refilled her glass after drinking it all.

She said, “Director Zheng, today I asked Secretary Yan to help me invite you, indeed for some important matter.”

“If you want to win me over, don’t even think about it. I would never risk my life and fortune resting on a green little girl. Don’t blame me for being ruthless as an elder, this is the business world, not a children’s play where you can restart if you’re not happy. Once a decision is made on some matters, there is no room for regret.” Zheng Feng was quite straightforward and did not care about giving Xin Zaozao any face.

“I understand Director Zheng’s concerns.” Xin Zaozao said, “But there is something that I hope director Zheng can take a look at.”

As she spoke, Xin Zaozao put a document in front of Zheng Feng.

Zheng Feng, impatient, picked it up.

Xin Zaozao watched as Zheng Feng’s expression slowly changed while he was reading the document. He suddenly put down the document, his face underwent a drastic change, “What does this mean?”

Xin Zaozao gave a wry smile, “This is a fake sales contract that Wu Cheng asked me to sign. I’ve looked into it in detail. Only a small amount, the final payment of our project, is unpaid, does not exceed 2 million, whereas your nephew fabricated a 20 million contract for me. For this contract…

“Xin Zaozao!” Zheng Feng slammed the table and abruptly stood up, “You’re threatening me?!”

“Director Zheng misunderstood.” Xin Zaozao said, “If I intended to go to the police, I wouldn’t have come to you directly.”

Zheng Feng stared at her.

“You sit down first, let me talk about my purpose.” Xin Zaozao said with a smile, still appearing friendly.

Feeling irritated, Zheng Feng still decided to sit down.

“Today I wanted to talk to you for two main reasons. First, I want to express my sincerity, I really want to win you over.”

“Impossible…”

“Second, I want to tell you that I am not as incompetent as you all think.” Xin Zaozao cut Zheng Feng off directly, “I also have my abilities, otherwise, I wouldn’t have been able to spot the problem with this contract at a glance. So, if you are willing to support me, once I truly take control of the Xin

Group, I surely won’t forget you.”

Zheng Feng just stared at her, really looking at her seriously for the first time, as if scrutinizing her.

This young girl…. it seemed she was not as ignorant and stupid as everyone else had assumed!