Chapter 249 Resolving Customer Complaints

Ji Shiyou did not know that by the time he and Mingyue returned to the private room, the chef had already run to the ordering hall, holding the ring that should have been placed in the food box. Seeing that the sixth food box had been taken away, the chef immediately cried out that it was over. Just now, he heard someone shout about murder and ran over to join the fun. Seeing the usually overbearing manager with the mustache being beaten so badly, he was terrified. As a result, he forgot to put the ring given to him by Ji Shiyou inside and handed the food box directly to the waiter. When he discovered the ring was still there, he hurried to the ordering hall, hoping to secretly put it in before Ji Shiyou chose his dishes. However, the food box had already been delivered to the private room, and the two had no choice but to report to Zhecheng. When Zhecheng learned that the ring was prepared by Ji Shiyou, he felt that something bad was about to happen. He scolded the two profusely and, with a heavy heart, went to the private room. He felt uneasy, believing today was his unlucky day. Mingyue had not yet dealt with him for the incident involving the mustache, and now he had messed up Ji Shiyou's proposal. But he dared not not come. If the ring was missing, Ji Shiyou would surely be relentless. It was better to confess voluntarily and seek leniency, so he gritted his teeth and went to admit his mistake. "You, you, you know how much effort I put into proposing to Mingyue. Such a good proposal was ruined by you. I wanted to leave her with an unforgettable memory. As a result, because of your mistake, it's all over. What can I say to you? Do you know that I almost took Mingyue to have her stomach pumped? Do you know how painful a stomach pump is? I don't care, I want to complain, call your leader, this matter is not over. You must give me an explanation, otherwise, this restaurant will not be able to continue operating." Ji Shiyou was furious and spoke incoherently, roaring at Zhecheng. The failed proposal was secondary. He had his stomach pumped before and knew it was unpleasant. If Mingyue suffered because of this farce, he would be heartbroken. Therefore, he took his anger out on Zhecheng, his agitated state making him want to skin Zhecheng alive. Zhecheng's eyes widened as he heard Ji Shiyou's words, staring at the enraged man before him. He thought, "Buddy, are you crazy? Complaining to my leader and targeting Taoyuan Xiaozhu? Have you forgotten that Taoyuan Xiaozhu is an industry of Wushang? My leader is in your arms right now. Are you courting death?" But Ji Shiyou's accusations were incessant, and he could not stop them. He could only pray in his heart for Ji Shiyou, hoping he would fend for himself. "Put me down! You want to complain? I am his leader. Listening to you, if I don't give you an explanation today, this restaurant won't be able to operate? Tell me, what do you want? We Wushang will take it." Mingyue had not taken the ring incident to heart. At first, she was watching the fun when she saw Ji Shiyou scolding Zhecheng, but as she listened, things felt increasingly wrong. She was a protective person, and Ji Shiyou's later words provoked her. So, she broke free from Ji Shiyou's embrace and said with a cold face. "Darling, I misspoke. I was just anxious and spoke out of turn. I momentarily forgot that Taoyuan Xiaozhu is an industry of Wushang, and I wasn't targeting you or Wushang. Don't be angry. How could I dare to question you? I wouldn't dare even if I were beaten to death." Seeing Mingyue like this, Ji Shiyou immediately realized he had said the wrong thing. "Pfft, I was just teasing you. This is indeed our fault. If you want an explanation, I'll give you one. Put it on for me!" Seeing Ji Shiyou's humbled and frightened demeanor, Mingyue was amused. She extended her left hand. Mingyue's intention was clear: Ji Shiyou's goal was to propose. Her acceptance of the proposal and letting Ji Shiyou put the engagement ring on her finger was the best way to resolve the situation. Zhecheng, standing nearby, saw Ji Shiyou's predicament and grumbled in his heart. "Serves you right for scolding me. If it weren't for the young lady's sake, even if you were the King of Hell, you wouldn't have the right to shout at me. Now look, you really think we Wushang are afraid of you. However, seeing Mingyue extend her left hand, he was very perceptive and immediately handed the ring in his hand to Ji Shiyou. "This, darling, let's not wear it today. I'll think about it carefully when I get back and plan a perfect proposal that you'll never forget. Today was too chaotic. To put the ring on you like this would be to wrong you." Mingyue had voluntarily agreed and asked to wear the engagement ring, which made Ji Shiyou very happy. But he was still a little hesitant. The situation was far from the proposal he had envisioned. So he hesitated. He wanted to give Mingyue a perfect proposal. What was this? "Today's proposal is already unforgettable for a lifetime. Can you plan a more special proposal than today? Hurry up, if you don't put it on me, I might change my mind and not agree. There's only one chance. Are you going to put it on or not? If not, I'm leaving?" Seeing Ji Shiyou holding the ring hesitantly, Mingyue deliberately put on a stern face and pretended to leave. "I'll put it on, right away. You're right. There's no more special proposal than this. It's truly unforgettable." Seeing Mingyue about to leave, Ji Shiyou immediately put the ring on Mingyue's finger. Then he took a deep breath, ready to confess to Mingyue. He had practiced it countless times in his office today. "Alright, the customer complaint is resolved. Zhecheng, let's talk about you. As the head of Wushang in China, is this how you work? You've disappointed me greatly!" With the ring on, Mingyue pushed Ji Shiyou aside and walked up to Zhecheng. Ji Shiyou felt like crying inside. His confession was interrupted, and he felt wronged. "Young lady, your subordinate knows his mistake. Everything is due to my oversight and poor management. The mustache has been dealt with according to regulations, and your subordinate is willing to accept punishment. I only beg for your mercy, as long as you don't send your subordinate to the Xing Tang. Whether you want to kill or dismember me, your subordinate will have no complaints." Looking at Mingyue, Zhecheng knelt on the ground with a thud, which startled Ji Shiyou. In Jiuyou, no one would kneel to him, because the philosophy of Jiuyou was that everyone, from the patriarch Jiuyou Yanluo to the lowest ghost, was a brother, and there were no kneeling rituals. Moreover, he was curious about how terrifying Wushang's Xing Tang was that Zhecheng feared it so much that he would rather die than go. "Alright, it's not that serious. You're so scared. I wouldn't send you to the Xing Tang for such a trivial matter. However, punishment is unavoidable. Your salary will be deducted for a year, and you will be on probation for this year. You will remain the head of Wushang in China for one year. If you make any more mistakes, then wait for Ying Yang to find you! Also, bring another serving of the blind box dish I just ate, and you'll pay for it." Zhecheng's issue was one of management, not a matter of principle. Mingyue was reasonable and did not make things difficult for him. "Thank you, young lady. Your subordinate will arrange it immediately." Zhecheng was overjoyed, as if he had been pardoned, and immediately went out to make arrangements. "Mingyue, I." The two were left alone in the room again. Ji Shiyou shyly approached, wanting to continue his confession. Before he could start, Zhecheng came in with the waiter to serve the dishes, making him grit his teeth. Finally, after everyone left, Mingyue kept putting food on his plate, so he had to eat first. Thus, until they were full and left Taoyuan Xiaozhu and got into the car, he never had a chance to confess. "Mingyue, I have something I want to tell you." Ji Shiyou was driving, his heart in turmoil. If he didn't say it now, they would be home soon. So he asked cautiously, hoping that the confession he had painstakingly prepared would not be buried. "You say." Mingyue looked at the ring on her hand, liking it more and more, and replied absentmindedly. "Mingyue, I." Ji Shiyou stopped the car, swallowed, and was about to speak when a loud bang echoed. The car they were in exploded, engulfing the car and its occupants in flames.