ABCFWGR Chapter 134: Efforts Were Not in Vain
"Cough, cough!"
Ouwencheng coughed a few times to remind Ouyang not to be impulsive, then chuckled, "Mr. Gu, how about we discuss the main business first and then have a toast to celebrate later? Wouldn't that be great?"
Ouyang took deep breaths on the side, temporarily suppressing the shame and anger in her heart.
She could actually hold it back?
Gu Chen couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed. He looked up and said, "Since Mr. Ou has spoken, I'll get straight to the point. I can agree to your conditions, but I have one more request."
Since when did he become so agreeable? Ouyang frowned deeply.
Ouwencheng, not suspecting anything, said seriously, "Mr. Gu, please go ahead."
Gu Chen smiled slightly, playing with the wine glass, and said, "I want to meet the person behind you."
"......"
Ouwencheng's eye twitched, but he didn't make a sound.
"Is it difficult?" Gu Chen asked seemingly casually, but his indifferent gaze made the two people present feel a heavy pressure, like a sharp sword piercing their hearts.
Terrifying.
Ouyang and Ouwencheng's expressions changed.
Ouwencheng, with a stiff face, said, "Mr. Gu, to be honest, this is not within my authority, but I will convey your request and give you a response as soon as possible."
"What? Is your president so unpresentable? Or do you not have the sincerity to cooperate at all?" Gu Chen sneered.
"The president, his elder, is tired of worldly affairs, not targeting anyone in particular."
Ouwencheng explained sincerely, "Apart from this, which I can't decide, any other requests you have, Mr. Gu, I will do my best to satisfy, to show our sincere desire for cooperation."
It seems he can't catch the big fish behind them.
However, this was within Gu Chen's expectations. If the other party revealed themselves so easily, the Baimao Chamber of Commerce wouldn't have grown this big.
After a pause.
Gu Chen's gaze fell on Ouyang.
"Wh-why are you looking at me?" Ouyang felt uneasy, almost jumping in fright.
This jerk, staring at her after her grandpa said that, could easily be misunderstood.
"Mr. Gu, please stop joking. I've long heard that you have many confidantes, and just Miss Liu alone is enough to make everyone envious. Why tease my granddaughter?" Ouwencheng's hand under the table was already clenched into a fist.
If he couldn't see Gu Chen's intentions, then his whole life would have been in vain.
"This won't do, and that won't do either. Mr. Ou's sincerity is truly lacking. It's hard to believe you really want to cooperate with me, or perhaps you have other motives." Gu Chen said with a sarcastic smile.
He intended to provoke this grandfather and granddaughter, so he could justifiably take action and force out the person behind the scenes.
Only by doing so could he quickly learn the truth of the past.
This way, Aunt Jiang wouldn't have to avoid him deliberately, and she could feel less guilt and worry.
Especially since he was in the light and the other party was in the dark, he couldn't ensure that the other party wouldn't disclose his identity to those involved in the past.
Unresolved threats could cause endless trouble.
The atmosphere was tense.
Ouwencheng's expression fluctuated. After a long time, he loosened his fist and said, "Mr. Gu, are you really interested in Ouyang?"
"Grandpa, you..."
Before Ouyang could finish, Ouwencheng raised his hand to interrupt her, "Don't say anything yet. Mr. Gu is elegant and talented; it would be your good fortune if he is interested in you."
Ouyang's eyes widened in horror; her worst fear had come true.
However, Ouwencheng acted as if he didn't see her reaction, only staring solemnly at Gu Chen.
"Mr. Ou, you must be joking. Do you really think Ouyang is worthy of me?" Gu Chen continued to provoke.
Being belittled like this, anyone would find it hard to stay calm, especially since Ouyang was the eldest daughter of the Ou family and the head of the Baimao Chamber of Commerce branch. She had both status and looks; this was outright insulting.
One would expect Ouwencheng to flip the table, but unexpectedly, he endured and even agreed, "Mr. Gu is indeed a dragon among men, far beyond what my Ouyang can match. It would indeed be us reaching too high."
Hearing her grandfather's words, Ouyang's eyes turned red, her body trembling with anger, wishing she could escape this place immediately.
But her glamorous identity had become her biggest shackle, leaving her without the courage to resist.
"Interesting."
Gu Chen shook his head and laughed lightly. His intentions had been seen through by Ouwencheng, so he wouldn't get the desired effect. He then took out five jade bottles and placed them on the table, "Give me an answer as soon as possible."
With that, he pushed the door open and left.
Just before reaching the door, he abruptly turned his head and glanced back, sending a chill down Ouyang's spine.
She recognized that look all too well; it was the same as when he forced her to kneel that day.
"Thunk!"
The door closed.
Ouwencheng, as if exhausted, collapsed into his chair. His right hand trembling, he grabbed the wine jug and took a big gulp.
The pressure Gu Chen exerted was immense. It was a pressure he had only felt from the president before. If Gu Chen had stayed a moment longer, he wouldn't have been able to hold out.
Noticing his granddaughter's grim expression, Ouwencheng said in a deep voice, "Xiaoya, you don't blame Grandpa, do you?"
"How could I?" Ouyang replied, almost to herself.
Ouwencheng explained, "Actually, Grandpa never really intended to sacrifice you. I saw that Gu Chen was testing us and deliberately went along with him. Do you understand?"
Unusual circumstances often signal danger; he was also taking a gamble.
From his investigation, he knew Gu Chen was not a lecher, so he wouldn't be interested in Ouyang. Ultimately, Gu Chen just wanted to provoke him, so he had to endure.
"I understand. Grandpa loves me the most, and even if it were true, I could endure it for the family's sake." Ouyang forced a smile.
Ouwencheng was very satisfied with this answer, nodding approvingly.
However, he didn't notice the flash of hatred in Ouyang's eyes.
Ouyang knew very well that Ouwencheng's words were just to make her feel better. If Gu Chen truly wanted her, Ouwencheng would be delighted and might even hurry to tie her to Gu Chen's bed.
"I can't endure this anymore. Otherwise, Gu Chen will destroy me sooner or later."
Ouyang secretly made up her mind. The psychological pressure from Gu Chen's parting glance was too intense.
She didn't want to be the family's sacrificial pawn or Gu Chen's plaything.
She was herself and would never become a tool for anyone!
Outside.
Han Lie escorted Gu Chen to the entrance of Xiushui Villa, opened the car door for him, and asked, "Mr. Gu, were you satisfied with today's arrangements?"
"Quite good," Gu Chen affirmed.
Han Lie was overjoyed, "It is my honor to receive your approval, Mr. Gu!"
"You did well."
Gu Chen smiled and then said, "There's a small matter that needs someone to handle. Are you interested?"
"Just give your orders, Mr. Gu!" Han Lie immediately straightened up, barely able to conceal his excitement.
To do a good job, one must have the right tools.
His efforts were not in vain.
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