The Yao family had established a branch here to develop Fuxi County, and although it was just a branch, it had become one of the largest companies in Fuxi County.
Upon arriving at the branch, they quickly met Manager Wang. Seeing so many people, he frowned and said, "You've brought too many people. If you do get to meet Miss Yao later, you can't bring this many."
"Understood," Chen An nodded.
Manager Wang led them to an office belonging to a department head. He whispered, "My position is limited, I can only introduce you to our Director Liu. Whether you can meet this Miss Yao depends on yourselves."
"Thank you, Manager Wang," Chen An said gratefully.
"Oh, and our Director Liu likes beautiful women. You could try approaching it from that angle," Manager Wang said, glancing at Jiang Ranran and leaning closer to Chen An.
Chen An's eyes lit up. If it were truly so, then everything would be much simpler. He only feared someone who was completely intractable.
After entering the office, they saw a somewhat portly man sitting inside. His hair was thinning, and he was smoking a cigar, looking rather arrogant. When he saw Chen An and the others, he pointed to the sofa in the office and said, "You're from Anping Decoration Company, right? Have a seat."
"Director Liu, here is my business card," Chen An said, handing over his card.
Liu Huacan waved his hand. "I don't look at these. I'm meeting you today out of consideration for Young Master Liang. As for you wanting to meet our President Yao, that's quite difficult."
He paused and added, "Of course, I have the authority to let you meet her, but even if you do, the time won't be long, at most ten minutes."
"Ten minutes is enough, Director Liu," Liang Dong nodded.
"But this is rather difficult," Liu Huacan said with a troubled expression.
"I understand, I understand..." Chen An said as if he understood everything. He first handed over a thick red envelope and then whispered, "There's a club in our town. I'll treat you tonight, Director Liu. How about we go have some fun?"
Liu Huacan nonchalantly accepted the red envelope and chuckled, "Mr. Chen is too kind, but I'm not very interested in those women of the night."
As he spoke, his gaze shifted to Jiang Ranran, his pupils gleaming. This woman was no less stunning than President Yao.
"What does Director Liu mean?" Chen An asked.
Liu Huacan's gaze made Li Se frown.
"Heh, and who is this?" Liu Huacan asked Jiang Ranran with a smile.
Chen An instantly understood what was happening, and his expression changed slightly. Although he disdained Li Se's family, Li Se was still his nephew. But at this moment, he could only introduce them: "Director Liu, this is my nephew's girlfriend."
"She's truly exquisite," Liu Huacan said, practically drooling.
"Ranran, go sit with Director Liu," Fu Meili urged Jiang Ranran, disregarding everything else.
"Aunt, are you asking my woman to accompany Director Liu?" Li Se's expression turned cold. He could ignore the unpleasant things his uncle's family had said, but if they had designs on his woman, he wouldn't be polite, even to his uncle's family, because this was his bottom line!
Fu Meili was displeased upon hearing this. "What do you mean by that? We're helping you find a job, and when you bought a house in the city before, our family lent the most money. What, now you can't even help with a small matter?"
"Aunt, I paid that money back double!" Li Se said coldly.
"You..." Fu Meili was a little angry and wanted to say more, but Chen An quickly stopped her.
"Say less!" Chen An glared at Fu Meili.
Fu Meili was extremely displeased and inwardly cursed Li Se as an ungrateful wretch.
Chen An also glanced at Li Se, then said to Director Liu, "Director Liu, about that club tonight, what do you think..."
Director Liu waved his hand. "I told you, I'm not interested in the women at the club. If you want to meet President Yao, you can. I think this pretty girl is quite appealing. As long as she stays in my office for a few hours, I guarantee you can meet President Yao!"
"This..." Chen An looked troubled. If Jiang Ranran were willing, he wouldn't say anything. But why should she accompany this Director Liu?
"Li Se, we'll compensate you later. A few hours for 100,000 yuan, is that acceptable?" Fu Meili said condescendingly, thinking that 100,000 yuan for a few hours was a good deal.
"For the sake of you being my aunt, I can pretend I didn't hear you. But if you say it again, don't blame me for being impolite!" Li Se was already getting angry.
Fu Meili was very angry and intended to scold Li Se, but upon meeting his gaze, for some reason, her body trembled, and she didn't dare to say anything more.
Chen An knew this was difficult. "Director Liu, this is probably not possible. How about this, I'll give you a larger red envelope, and I'll arrange things tonight, I guarantee you'll be satisfied."
"Get lost!" Liu Huacan said angrily. "I told you, I only want her."
"This is impossible," Chen An shook his head. He could only give Liang Dong a look.
Liang Dong, understanding, quickly said, "Director Liu, let's all take a step back. It's not good for either of us if things turn unpleasant."
"There's nothing to discuss!" Liu Huacan said resolutely. "Our company is developing vigorously this time. If we can secure the renovation project, we can easily earn tens of millions. There are plenty of people who want this project. If you're not willing to make a significant investment, then forget it. Besides, President Yao is very busy, and I can't even guarantee ten minutes for you."
Upon hearing this, Chen An's expression turned ugly. Liu Huacan was determined to have Jiang Ranran, but he couldn't make that decision. He certainly wouldn't sell his nephew's woman for this project.
"Director Liu, can you be a bit more flexible? Just ten minutes..." Chen An pleaded.
"Get out!" Liu Huacan waved his hand, looking impatient.
Li Se observed Chen An's attitude. The reason he hadn't spoken much until now was to gauge Chen An's stance. If Chen An were like Fu Meili, then Chen An definitely wouldn't get the project.
"Director Liu, is it?" Li Se looked at Liu Huacan. "Are you interested in my woman?"
"What, do you have a problem with that?" Liu Huacan said arrogantly, pointing his finger at Li Se's nose. "It's your honor that I fancy your woman. If you're smart, you'll obediently hand her over. Otherwise, you'll never see President Yao!"
"Do you know, I hate it most when people point at me!" Li Se's expression darkened.
"So what if I point at you?" Liu Huacan sneered.
But in the next second, a cracking sound was heard. Li Se had broken Liu Huacan's finger.
"Ah!" Then came a pig-like scream.