bayedsolid Chapter 345 Standing on Your Side
Chapter 345 Standing on Your Side
Lin Nan responded understandingly to Jiang Yichen, "Yes, the situation is urgent right now, I'll hang up first. Don't be too anxious while you're abroad, take care of your own affairs. I'll contact you as soon as I have any progress." After saying that, the phone went dead.
After hanging up the phone, Jiang Yichen slowly walked to the window, gazing at the dark night outside. His longing to return home surged like a tidal wave, wishing he could sprout wings and fly back right now.
Over the next few days, I racked my brains trying to figure out how to establish contact with Mr. Li's wife and gain her trust. The chance encounter we had earlier was fleeting, and she subsequently avoided us again.
I knew I had to find a way to get her to open up to us.
First, I decided to start by showing concern for her living conditions. Through some connections, I learned that Mr. Li's wife usually enjoyed learning flower arranging at a private floral studio.
In the studio, when I learned that Mr. Li's wife often went to a private floral art studio to learn flower arranging, it was as if I saw a ray of light in the darkness.
I knew this might be the perfect opportunity to establish contact with her, so I immediately called Xu Sisi over and said with a serious and urgent expression, "Sisi, we must seize this opportunity. You need to contact the owner of that flower shop right away and make sure to show him that we have absolutely no ill intentions, and simply hope to create a suitable environment to have a good talk with Mr. Li's wife. This is crucial to our next move, so you must do everything you can to persuade him."
After receiving the order, Xu Sisi didn't dare to delay for a moment and quickly dialed the number of the floral art studio. A gentle male voice came from the other end of the phone: "Hello, this is an exclusive member illustration class. How can I help you?"
Xu Sisi cleared her throat and said politely and sincerely, "Hello, boss. I'd like to enroll in a course."
Xu Sisi dialed the number of the floral design studio. The owner greeted her warmly on the other end: "Hello, this is [studio name]. How can I help you?" For a moment, Xu Sisi almost blurted out her true purpose, but then she realized that being so direct would likely get her rejected. After a quick thought, she adjusted her strategy.
"Boss, I've finally found your place! I've asked around a lot before I found out about your unique shop." Xu Sisi deliberately made her voice sound eager. "I really want to meet you. When would be a convenient time for you? Besides, I can recommend a great customer to you."
"This..." The shop owner hesitated, "We're not usually open to the public here. Where did you hear about this? Was it recommended by a VIP member? We keep strict records of all purchases here, and only those who reach a certain level are eligible to come to our store." The shop owner's words were cautious, and he was wary of Xu Sisi's sudden call.
Xu Sisi's heart skipped a beat, but she quickly calmed down and explained, "Boss, don't worry, we have absolutely no problem with the money. As long as we can reach an agreement, the fees are negotiable." As she spoke, she unconsciously gripped her phone tighter, and fine beads of sweat appeared on her forehead.
The boss was silent for a moment, clearly weighing the pros and cons: "It's not about the money. The main problem is that if this kind of backdoor operation is discovered, it will have a significant impact on our studio's reputation."
Xu Sisi took a deep breath and said urgently, "Boss, I assure you, we will absolutely follow the rules and will not cause you any trouble. We genuinely think your courses and atmosphere are exceptional, which is why we tried our best to contact you. Moreover, the client we recommended will definitely bring you more business."
Another silence fell, and Xu Sisi's heart leaped into her throat. The agonizing back-and-forth lasted for over ten minutes, every second unbearable. Finally, the boss relented: "If you want to use connections, then you'll definitely have to pay a higher price."
Xu Sisi's eyes lit up instantly, her voice trembling with excitement: "Thank you so much, boss! Don't worry, we definitely won't let you down. We'll do everything you say we'll do." After hanging up the phone, Xu Sisi felt a huge weight lifted off her shoulders and slumped into her chair, silently praying that this hard-won opportunity would lay the foundation for the smooth progress of the subsequent plans.
After hanging up the phone, Xu Sisi strode into my office and excitedly said, "Sister Gu, it's done! It'll be the day after tomorrow afternoon." I breathed a sigh of relief, feeling both expectant and nervous. I knew this would be a crucial step in establishing contact with and gaining the trust of President Li's wife; success or failure hinged on this.
That day, I arrived at the floral design studio early and pretended to be an ordinary student learning from the side.
When Mr. Li's wife came in, she looked noticeably wary. I smiled and took the initiative to greet her, "What a coincidence, we meet again. Last time at the coffee shop, I was too rushed to have a proper chat with you. I know you've been through a lot lately. Actually, I'm a woman too, so I really understand how tough things are for you." She just nodded slightly without saying anything, but I noticed a complex emotion flash across her eyes.
In the following lessons, I didn't rush to mention Mr. Li or our purpose. Instead, I focused on learning flower arranging techniques with her, occasionally sharing some interesting anecdotes from life, and trying to create a relaxed atmosphere.
During the break, I handed her a cup of tea and said softly, "I can sense that you still have many beautiful aspirations for life, just like this flower arrangement. Even in the worst of circumstances, you can still create something beautiful." She took a small sip of tea, her gaze softened, and she said softly, "Thank you. It's been a long time since anyone has chatted with me like this."
After the course ended, filled with trepidation and anticipation, I mustered my courage and approached Mr. Li's wife with a sincere smile, saying softly, "Hello, would you do me the honor of having a meal with me? There are some things I'd like to discuss with you."
Upon hearing this, a moment of hesitation flashed in her eyes, her gaze unconsciously darting around, her hands involuntarily clenching the hem of her clothes, as if she were engaged in a fierce internal struggle.
After a brief silence, perhaps sensing the unreserved sincerity in my eyes, she nodded gently, accepting my invitation. A glimmer of hope welled up in my heart.
Stepping into the restaurant, the soft lighting failed to dispel the heavy, oppressive atmosphere. I spoke first, carefully choosing my words: "I know you're facing difficulties right now, and Mr. Li's treatment of you was utterly excessive. I've come to you because I genuinely want to help you. My team and I are investigating Mr. Li's misconduct, which not only concerns the studio's interests but also affects many people, including you. You don't need to respond immediately; I just want you to know that we are on your side."