He Lin’s eyes were filled with surprise, seemingly not expecting Yang Zhiguo to be so unyielding. But he quickly calmed down, his tone casual as he said, "Old Yang, you know I have no sons or daughters. Can't you understand my feelings of doting on my son and daughter?
I've offered a solution, so why must we fall out? We're work partners and have many work matters to deal with. If you ask me, let's just let this matter go. I promise you, this kind of thing will never happen again."
"You're the only one who dotes on your children; others don't? I tolerated this before out of consideration for us being colleagues, which is why I didn't demand those two brats come apologize to Miss Chen personally!
If you dare to interfere in this matter again, I won't mind getting involved. If our dealings are discovered by higher-ups, we can just quit the force and go back to farming! I have sons to look after me, but you don't. Let's see who loses out more if I leave the military."
By the end of his speech, Yang Zhiguo’s tone had become serious.
He Lin cursed him as a lunatic in his mind but maintained a calm facade, saying, "I've already said that I won't interfere in this matter. How it's handled is up to the younger generation. Old Yang, you don't need to hold such a grudge against me; it's not good for appearances."
Yang Zhiguo snorted and ignored He Lin's words, instead focusing on the food on the table. The atmosphere became silent, and the meal was particularly unappetizing.
After about half an hour, He Lin, unable to bear the oppressive atmosphere any longer, awkwardly interrupted, "I've eaten enough. Old people's bodies aren't as robust, and I feel a bit unwell in my chest. I'll be leaving now."
Seeing He Lin get up, Fu Chen asked in a low voice, "Chief He, have you finished? We're going to sing next. Would you like to join us?"
Being in the same place as them was already stifling enough. Upon hearing Fu Chen's invitation, He Lin quickly shook his head, refusing, "No, my body can't handle it!"
With that, he quickly left the private room, appearing anything but unwell.
After He Lin departed, Yang Zhiguo abruptly stood up from his seat and then looked at Chen Lishu with a smile, saying, "Let's go, we can sit at your place."
This sudden remark caused Chen Lishu to look up at Yang Zhiguo in a daze and ask, "Didn't Director Fu just say they were going to sing? You..."
Fu Chen picked up his cup and took a sip of water, his tone casual as he said, "Singing or not, it was just polite talk."
Chen Lishu nodded, then added, "Alright, let's go to my place for dinner. I see neither of you ate much tonight, you were too busy lecturing me."
Indeed, they hadn't eaten much that evening. Much of the food on the table remained untouched, mainly because He Lin, the spoilsport, had ruined their appetites.
The group left the hotel and took a taxi to the Gu residence.
On the way, Chen Lishu had called Li Xiulan, so tea was already prepared.
After everyone was seated, Yang Zhiguo sighed deeply and said apologetically, "Miss Chen, I've heard about what's happened recently. I'm truly sorry. At the time, I did He Lin a favor, and it almost harmed both of you.
But you don't need to dwell on this. I give you my word, from now on, if He Lin's son and daughter bully you again, you do whatever you need to do. You don't need to mind them. If you have any concerns, I can be your backing!"
Chen Lishu nodded, then smiled warmly, "With your words, Chief Yang, I can finally rest easy. To be honest with both of you, I was indeed planning to take action against Qin Lan.
If it were just a workplace dispute, I'd let it go. After all, I emerged victorious, and that would have been punishment enough for Qin Lan.
The reason I'm so persistent about this matter is that Qin Lan shouldn't have targeted my child. The injury on my daughter's forehead was a result of them sending people to our home!"
A child is a mother's life. Hearing Chen Lishu’s words, Yang Zhiguo didn't think she was being presumptuous but rather felt she was doing the right thing. He agreed, "Do whatever you want. You're in the right here, there's no need to be timid."
Chen Lishu gratefully nodded at Yang Zhiguo, then turned her gaze to Fu Chen, her eyes narrowing like a little fox as she said, "However, in dealing with Qin Lan and her associates, I might need Director Fu's help."
Fu Chen smiled kindly, "Just tell me what you need me to do. As long as it's within my capabilities, I'll do my best to help you achieve it!"
"It's like this, the newspaper agency affiliated with CCTV will be submitting a document to higher authorities. I hope that when Director Fu sees this document, you will choose to approve it.
The document's content grants the newspaper the right to interview major manufacturing companies, allowing more people to pay attention and supervise food safety issues."
After saying this, Chen Lishu looked up at Fu Chen and saw a hint of curiosity in their eyes. She patiently explained her plan to them word for word.
After listening, both men's eyes held a mixture of shock and admiration.
Fu Chen praised her generously, "General Manager Chen, your business is becoming more visionary. Food safety is indeed a significant issue. People need to know that the food they eat is safe and hygienic to feel at ease.
Alright, when the newspaper people submit the document, I'll sign it. This is all for the better development of Kyoto, and I strongly support it.
I also believe that once the newspaper is published, it will surely gain the support of the people!"
The group chatted happily.
In stark contrast to the pleasant atmosphere here, things were not going well for Qin Lan.
After He Lin left the hotel, he angrily hailed a taxi and rushed to Qin Lan's company. He was currently throwing a tantrum in Qin Lan's office!
Qin Lan watched the mess scattered across the floor, her right eyelid twitching violently. She then cautiously approached He Lin and asked in a subservient tone, "Godfather, please don't be angry anymore. Don't upset yourself.
I've prepared a feast to welcome you. If anything happened, you can tell your godson, and your godson will surely avenge you!"
With that, Qin Lan poured He Lin a glass of water and kept patting his back to help him calm down.