"Brother-in-law, please don't be impulsive."
Xia Xueqing was utterly shocked by Song Qiao's actions. Song Qiao had actually forced Chang Xue to eat the food on the ground.
"Even though she's arrogant, she's still from the Glorious Group. If she retaliates against us after what we've done today, what then?"
Xia Xueqing pulled Song Qiao back, constantly trying to persuade him.
"Insolent brat, I will definitely make you pay today!"
Chang Xue spat out the food in her mouth, roaring with anger.
"Hmph, you're just a secretary who rides on the coattails of power, a jackal in wolf's clothing. What can you possibly do?"
Song Qiao snorted, completely unfazed by Chang Xue's threat.
With his current strength, even if President Zhou himself came, he would never bow his head. Let alone Chang Xue, a mere secretary.
"What's going on? We're just looking for a private room, why is it taking so long?"
Just as Chang Xue was roaring, a middle-aged man in a suit and tie pushed open the door from outside the private room.
His tone clearly expressed his dissatisfaction with Chang Xue's efficiency.
"President Zhou, I asked these two people to give up the private room, but they not only refused but also insulted me."
"When I reasoned with them and even mentioned our company and your name, they completely disregarded me and threatened to teach me a lesson."
Seeing her boss arrive, Chang Xue acted as if she had found a savior. She rushed forward and complained pitifully.
"What?"
"There's such a thing?"
Zhou Yang's brow furrowed upon hearing Chang Xue's complaint. He cast a displeased glance at Song Qiao and Xia Xueqing.
"Kid, is this your doing?"
Zhou Yang's face turned ashen. He glanced at his disheveled secretary, clearly enraged.
For years, people in the business world had shown him, President Zhou of Glorious Group, a certain degree of respect upon hearing his name.
To be thwarted by these two youngsters today made him feel utterly humiliated.
"So what if it is?"
Song Qiao did not deny it, nodding unapologetically.
Judging by the other man's attitude and tone, he was likely another foolish individual who knew no reason.
"Damn it, get over here immediately and apologize to my secretary!"
"Does the Glorious Group mean nothing to trash like you to provoke us?"
Seeing Song Qiao readily admit his actions without fear, Zhou Yang instantly felt provoked and couldn't help but curse loudly.
"Brother-in-law, please don't be impulsive."
Xia Xueqing's face changed when she heard Zhou Yang's vulgar outburst. She knew Song Qiao's temper well and was afraid he would punch Zhou Yang.
If that happened, the rift between them would be irreparable, and reconciliation would be impossible.
"President Zhou, your subordinate was being unreasonable and making a scene outside without knowing her place. She ran into me today, and I was merely teaching her a lesson on your behalf."
"You should know that if your secretary's professional competence is too low, she might cause you trouble later. I did this today to let her know that there's always someone better out there."
"Yet, not only do you not appreciate my gesture, but you're blaming me instead."
"It seems you are also someone who doesn't know what's good for you. It's as if everyone in Glorious, from top to bottom, is in cahoots."
However, Song Qiao did not get angry. He merely mocked Zhou Yang calmly.
His indifferent tone instantly provoked the other man into a furious rage.
"Who do you think you are, a nobody, to presume to teach my subordinate a lesson?" "And you have the audacity to tell me what to do?"
"You've got some nerve, huh, brat? Then stand right here and wait. I'll call someone to deal with you."
"I hope you don't regret this."
Zhou Yang pointed at Song Qiao, then took out his phone and made a call.
As soon as the call was connected, his demeanor changed drastically. Gone was his arrogance; he became obsequious and humble.
"Director Li, I am reporting that someone has assaulted my secretary in broad daylight at the Qixin Restaurant."
"Director Li, please come over quickly. The other party is so arrogant that they disregard everyone and even threatened to beat me up."
"You didn't mention my name to them?"
The voice on the other end of the phone was silent for two seconds, asking with some helplessness.
"Oh, I told them long ago, but they simply don't care about you."
"They even arrogantly said, 'What is Director Li? Even if he came in person, he'd have to kowtow and apologize.'"
"Alright, just stay where you are and wait for me. I'm on my way. I want to see who this esteemed individual is who doesn't even respect me, Li Zhicheng."
Zhou Yang's report was clearly embellished. While Song Qiao was indifferent to this, Xia Xueqing's brow furrowed tighter with each word she heard.
From the content of the conversation, it was clear the other party had connections. If they continued this confrontation, her brother-in-law would be the one to suffer.
"Brother-in-law, let's just let it go. We'll leave."
Xia Xueqing thought of this and subtly signaled Song Qiao, tugging at him to leave.
Song Qiao appeared unconcerned. He had initially wanted to play along a little longer, but since Xia Xueqing had spoken, it was better to go along with her and leave.
"You want to leave? It's not that easy. Today, you two will spend the night in the police station."
"I just called the Deputy Director of the Municipal Public Security Bureau, Li. He'll be here soon, and then I'll let you know the consequences of offending me."
Zhou Yang snorted and moved to block the private room door, preventing Song Qiao and Xia Xueqing from leaving.
"What do you mean? Are you trying to illegally detain us?"
Song Qiao asked calmly, as if he hadn't taken Zhou Yang's words to heart.
"Kid, if you're scared, kneel down and kowtow to me now. Maybe I'll consider letting you off the hook."
Seeing that Song Qiao was considering leaving, Zhou Yang mistakenly thought he was scared and threatened him arrogantly.
"That's right, and you have to pick up all the food on the ground and eat it."
"If you don't agree, you won't step out of this door."
Chang Xue, who had just calmed down, echoed her boss's words.
Seeing their reaction, Song Qiao's anger turned into amusement. He playfully sized up Zhou Yang and Chang Xue and said faintly:
"It seems you haven't eaten enough of the food on the ground. I was originally thinking of letting you off the hook, but it seems you missed the opportunity."