Rebirth: The Time-locked Girl-Chapter 33 - 0 Head-to-head confrontation
Chapter 33: 033 Head-to-head confrontation!
Chapter 33: 033 Head-to-head confrontation!
Ye Wanlan had been his substitute for two years, but he had never seen her take an interest in academics; she was only interested in luxury items like bags, jewelry, and watches.
However, he didn’t care, for as his pet, she just needed to quietly be a vase, whether she had intelligence was irrelevant.
He had insulted Ye Wanlan several times with his words, and each time it was she who took the initiative to bow her head first.
Not until she fell into the water did things suddenly take a turn in a direction that Zhou Hechen couldn’t control.
He faintly felt that Ye Wanlan might really break free from his control.
But that was impossible.
Because without him, Ye Wanlan would find it impossible to survive in the unpredictable Jiangcheng; with her abilities, she would sooner or later end up in a bad state.
Secretary Li was somewhat surprised, but still responded, “I will relay your words to Miss Ye accurately.”
“What does she want to learn? Physics or history?” Zhou Hechen said indifferently, “With her intelligence, she can’t learn science subjects. Let her study history; history only requires rote memorization.”
“Understood,” Secretary Li laughed, “Last year’s physics college entrance examination paper set a new record for difficulty, and the next year’s is expected to be on par with last year’s. Even your sister only scored 258 points on the comprehensive paper last year.”
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“Mhm,” Zhou Hechen’s expression relaxed, his mood improving considerably, “Continue to follow up on President Quan’s matter; their project will unfold sooner or later, and then we’ll know who the collaborator is.”
His gaze darkened.
“Yes, sir,” Secretary Li hesitated before asking, “But Madam…?”
Zhou Hechen rubbed his temple, “Mom is just angry at the moment, when she calms down, I will apologize to her properly in a bit.”
Secretary Li didn’t dare to make a sound.
Downstairs, in the hall.
“Madam, please calm down. You’ve dealt with President Quan many times, and you know her temper is odd,” Steward Zhou said cautiously, “It’s really not the Second Young Master’s fault he couldn’t secure the cooperation.”
“How can it not be his fault?” Madam Zhou’s demeanor was icy, “If he couldn’t secure the cooperation, it means he lacks the ability. If it were Heyuan, he would have secured it long ago… cough cough cough!”
Steward Zhou quickly offered a cup of warm water, “Madam, the First Young Master is extraordinarily talented and hard to match, but the Second Young Master is also way above average.”
Ever since Zhou Heyuan became comatose, his name had become a taboo in the Zhou Family, and any mention would incite a furious outburst from Madam Zhou.
That she brought him up herself today clearly showed her extreme disappointment in Zhou Hechen.
“Yes…” Madam Zhou muttered, then suddenly got up, “Prepare the car; I’m going to the First Hospital. Tell the caregiver looking after Heyuan to take a break, I will take care of him.”
“Yes, Madam,” Steward Zhou responded respectfully.
While he arranged for a driver, he also fetched a coat for Madam Zhou.
Such a pity…
Steward Zhou sighed softly.
Despite the many famous doctors the Zhou Family had consulted, they had still not been able to awaken Zhou Heyuan.
The eldest young master’s temperament was much better than the second’s, and he didn’t have any troublesome substitutes by his side.
If Zhou Heyuan could wake up, the Zhou Family wouldn’t have so many problems.
**
The next day, at Pulling the Sky Company headquarters.
In just one week, the company’s development had returned to the right track.
Besides the 50 million in compensation money that Ye Wanlan obtained from the Qin Family, Quan Zhaoning generously provided an additional 80 million in liquid funds to help Pulling the Sky Company turn the tide.
The employees’ wages were paid normally, and the outstanding sales staff received higher bonus commissions; the company was filled with joy and celebration.
“Sister Lan, Yixiang is in her exam period right now, she’s studying and doesn’t have time to come over,” Cheng Qingli handed over the tablet, “However, she sent me some of her previous design drafts, have a look.”
Ye Wanlan took it, “These are quite good, Qingli, register the copyright for these drawings first and then take them to the factory for samples. Next weekend we can go to the mall to select materials.”
“Alright!” Cheng Qingli was always full of energy.
Jiang Xulin popped his head in, “Wow, impressive, I didn’t expect that aside from finding an expert Su embroidery master like myself, you have a jewelry designer too? Where did you dig up such a talent? These designs are not worse than Catika’s top luxury pieces.”
His gaze moved down to the signature, “Zhou Yixiang? Zhou? Isn’t this a member of the Zhou Family? Don’t tell me you still have something to do with Zhou Hechen—”
“A branch member of the Zhou Family, unrelated to the main Zhou Family,” Ye Wanlan said calmly, “Yixiang joined the company before you did, you can call her Sister Yixiang.”
Jiang Xulin, “Are you joking? Her exam period proves she hasn’t even finished university.”
Ye Wanlan, “No joke, and I’ll ask President Quan for advice on how to shrink you down to one meter six.”
Jiang Xulin choked, “Would you really be so cruel to an expert Su embroidery master?”
“An expert Su embroidery master?”
“Of course, after the fall of the Ning Dynasty, ninety percent of Shenzhou’s Su embroidery skills were lost. Unfortunately, I’m proficient in that ninety percent.”
Ye Wanlan, “Qingli, bring the needle, let him start embroidering.”
Cheng Qingli, “Yes, Sister Lan!”
Jiang Xulin shocked, “You’ve only treated me through the second course!”
How could he embroider with his hand not fully recovered?
Ye Wanlan hummed nonchalantly, “An expert Su embroidery master should be able to embroider without hands, right?”
Jiang Xulin, “…”
He wouldn’t boast anymore.
If he couldn’t win, he’d hide.
**
At six in the evening, Khor Peiqing finished work and returned home.
However, someone was already waiting at the entrance to her apartment block.
Upon seeing her, Secretary Li stepped forward, still rather polite, “Madam Khor, I am under orders to take Miss Ye back.”
Khor Peiqing’s expression changed, turning icy in an instant, “Did she contact Zhou Hechen herself to go back?”
“Of course,” Secretary Li smiled, “Madam Khor, you know what kind of person Miss Ye is. Your family might live comfortably, but it’s still not enough to support Miss Ye. A single bag the sir bought for her can be casually a million, but what about you?”
He shook his head with regret, “This house of yours is quite nice, within the second ring, but unfortunately, it’s merely equivalent to a few of sir’s handbags’ worth.”
Khor Peiqing sneered, “The Zhou’s Family is vast and their business is large, we, being modest and humble, naturally can’t compare. If you want to take her away, what’s there for me to say?”
Secretary Li smiled, his demeanor exuding arrogance, “Glad you understand, Madam Khor.”
Khor Peiqing’s hand holding the keys trembled slightly; so Wanlan couldn’t keep it up after all?
Another boy who cried wolf story; she was almost fooled by the illusion of these past few days.
Going back with Zhou Hechen might be for the best; she wouldn’t have to come back again. She didn’t want to watch Ye Wanlan and Zhou Hechen play their cat-and-mouse game any longer.
With the sound of a “click,” the lock turned, and the door opened. Secretary Li was about to step in to follow.
Then, a hand came from behind and grabbed his shoulder!
“What did you just say to my aunt?”
