Chapter 222

Chapter 222 - At the Mei Du Company

“What?” Mrs. Yang seemed not to have understood, despite her clear advantage. “Why? I need an explanation!” Th.ê most uptodate novels are published on n(0)velbj)n(.)co/m

Su Mei smirked with a hint of mockery. “I really didn't need to give you any explanation, but since you're so adamant, I'll tell you. You've offended a farmer you simply can't afford to offend!”

“A farmer?” Mrs. Yang's face twitched, and she turned to Zhang Xiaolong with a puzzled expression. “You mean him? He...”

It didn't take a genius to realize that this man was no ordinary individual. Yet, she had mocked and insulted him before, even contemplating slapping him. The thought sent a chill down her spine.

But who exactly was he? Why would the CEO of Soaring Dragon Group show him such respect?

“Do you really want to know who he is?” Su Mei's smile grew broader.

Mrs. Yang was indeed curious. Which wealthy family's scion could wield such influence?

Rumors had it that in Qingyang City, Lee Donghua was the wealthiest, with a son. But... the man before her was named Zhang.

“Mr. Zhang, we offer our sincere apologies for the earlier incident,” Cheng Yanyan interjected, sensing the shift in the room, “Even though it was a misunderstanding, we shouldn't have labeled you a lowly peasant. That was our mistake...”

“Before you apologize, you should really understand who you're apologizing to,” Zhang Xiaolong said, his voice neither icy nor warm. “I am indeed a peasant who toils in the soil. You think calling someone a peasant is an insult, but that in itself is an insult to me, and to all peasants.”

Cheng Yanyan was momentarily speechless, unsure of how to proceed.

Yet, she couldn't believe such a peasant existed. What kind of farmer could make the CEO of Soaring Dragon bow?

“Mr. Zhang, the fault is entirely mine,” Mrs. Yang interjected, seemingly taking a noble stand for Cheng Yanyan but actually calculating the potential benefits. “I spoke carelessly and without thought. It has nothing to do with Miss Yanyan. Besides, you must have been misled by this seemingly innocent woman. Her reputation in our circles is, frankly, quite poor. Who knows how many men...”

She turned to Chen Yaru and the others and said, “However, you can't really blame Mr. Zhang. That woman's seductive tactics are just too strong. Without knowing the full story, it's easy to be fooled by her innocent facade...”

“Are you finished?” Chen Yaru finally spoke up, “If so, please leave.”

“I'm sorry, Jingjing. I was too hard on you before, and I apologize,” Su Mei said, reaching out her hand as the situation settled. “You've created many excellent plans, and I was just looking for trouble because of my own issues. Can you forgive me? Please come back. From now on, let's be sisters. I promise I won't make the same mistake again.”

Yang Jingjing took her hand, a mischievous smile playing on her lips. “Really, it's no big deal. But as for coming back... I'm afraid that won't be possible for some time.”

“Why?” Su Mei asked, taken aback. “You still can't forgive me?”

“It's because someone has asked me to manage a skincare company, so returning isn't an option right now,” Yang Jingjing explained with a laugh.

“A skincare company? What's it called?” Su Mei asked, sensing something familiar.

“Essence Dragon!” Yang Jingjing exclaimed without hesitation.

Zhang Xiaolong coughed awkwardly, “Well, that's not set in stone. We haven't finalized the name yet.”

“I think it's a wonderful name!” Chen Yaru said, giving Yang Jingjing a knowing look.

“Hey, Mr. Zhang, don't you think you're being a bit unfair? They get to run their own companies, while I'm just a manager,” Su Mei complained, pouting. “Do you doubt my capabilities?”

Zhang Xiaolong's eyes sparkled with interest. “Would you be interested in running a pharmaceutical company? I have a special Injury Medicine here that could use someone like you at the helm.”

“Really?” Su Mei was surprised to learn that a company had actually been prepared for her. And since she was already familiar with the pharmaceutical industry, her interest was piqued. “Let's call the company Eyebrow Dragon!”

“That's not a good idea,” Zhang Xiaolong protested vehemently. “You wanted to independently manage the company, right? How about calling it... Eyebrow Solo?”

“Syphilis?” Su Mei echoed, puzzled.

“I'll leave you to it. I've got some other things to handle...” Realizing his blunder, Zhang Xiaolong hastily made his exit.

Frustrated, Su Mei stamped her foot and called out, “Zhang Xiaolong, don't you dare run away!”

Her outburst and his retreat sent the group of girls behind them into fits of laughter.