Damn Jiang Nanfang, for proving once again that I can't be around women!
My judgment of people is so poor, I've made two more mistakes with such trashy women!
Thinking about how that mouth, which has been with men and women, has been touched by me, Zhan Beijue felt a surge of disgust.
"At a bar? Bars are open this early? And they let all sorts of trash in? Is Lu Qingxu that desperate for business?"
"..."
Lu Mingzhe was afraid that if Zhan Beijue found out about this, the fire on his side would spread and affect him.
It seemed his brother had indeed been harmed by him.
Wanting to explain a few things for his brother, Zhan Beijue hung up the phone as soon as he finished speaking.
He then called Lu Qingxu.
Lu Qingxu was sitting amidst the crowd when his phone suddenly rang.
He fumbled for it and saw it was Zhan Beijue calling. His hand trembled.
"Old Zhan? What's up? How come you have time to call me at this hour?" he asked, feigning ignorance.
The phone call was noisy, with loud music and the babbling laughter of women.
It seemed Lu Mingzhe hadn't lied. Zhan Beijue's brows furrowed even tighter.
"Lu Qingxu, are you that desperate for business? Letting all sorts of riff-raff into your bar and allowing them to run wild? Aren't you afraid of scandals and ruining your bar's reputation sooner or later?"
Realizing he must have known about what was happening, Lu Qingxu quickly stood up, moved away from the sofa, and went to a secluded spot to explain.
"They aren't riff-raff. It's just that Jin Xiu brought people over, and I was giving him face."
"Besides, I also thought that beauty had some sort of connection with you..."
"Who said I have any connection with her? Do you think anyone who stands next to me for a moment is with me?"
"..."
"I'm warning you. From now on, the bar will implement a membership system. Those who don't pay an annual fee of one million are not allowed in."
"If I see or hear anything that pollutes my eyes again, watch out, I'll withdraw my investment, and you can do whatever you want."
Lu Qingxu's bar was successful not just because Zhan Beijue helped invest money.
More importantly, it relied on the reputation of the Zhan family.
In the entertainment industry, customers are a mixed bag, and accidents are prone to happen when people are drunk. Without the support of a powerful background, problems would be endless.
Lu Qingxu was startled by his words and quickly appeased him.
"I understand, Old Zhan. I'll have them leave immediately. Don't be angry; I'll handle it right away."
Zhan Beijue angrily hung up the phone. He had intended to continue looking at contracts.
However, he was too agitated. He stared at the mouse for a while, but couldn't focus on a single word.
After stewing in his own frustration for a bit, he picked up his phone again and called Vice President Gao.
"How is the progress of Jiang Nanfang's new product design?"
Although President Zhan said the electrical company was his to command, allowing him to operate as he pleased, he actually kept a very close eye on things.
Look how closely he was monitoring a new product!
Vice President Gao had been so stressed by his scrutiny lately that he was suffering from nerves.
"The sample tests have passed, and it can be arranged for launch soon. The procurement department is currently purchasing raw materials."
"Once the materials arrive, I plan to mass-produce 100 units for physical testing, and then arrange for them to be exhibited at the electrical exhibition. President Zhan, every step is within plan, and the progress is going very smoothly."
Zhan Beijue could find no fault with his answer.
He then said, "According to you, Jiang Nan doesn't have anything to do for the next few days?"
"?"
"Did she not go to the company today?"
She only took one day off, and he already knew?
Vice President Gao covered for Jiang Nanfang, "Engineer Jiang wasn't feeling well today and asked for a day off. She'll be back tomorrow."
Hmph, she wasn't feeling well? If she wasn't feeling well, could she still go to a bar and drink?
"This is a critical stage of new product testing, and as the lead engineer, she should be monitoring the progress at all times..."
"In short, call her back. I'm heading to the company immediately. You all show me the sample test results and the experimental process."
"If we rush into mass production without my approval, and there are subsequent issues, Zhan Corp cannot afford to lose face."
It wasn't clear if President Zhan was in a bad mood today, as he was speaking so sternly and even wanted to personally come to the company to supervise.
Vice President Gao quickly said, "Okay, President Zhan, I'll call Engineer Jiang right away and ask her to come back."
Meanwhile, Jiang Nanfang had done everything possible and impossible with the beautiful women.
Although she shocked Zhou Jinxiu, she also gave herself over.
Seeing how unrestrained she was, the beautiful women all gathered around her, calling her "husband."
They begged her to feed them fruit and asked for photos with her, having a delightful time.
Jiang Nanfang feared that if this continued, she might have to bring people home that night, which would complicate the act.
As she was contemplating how to find an excuse to leave, her phone rang.
When she picked it up, she was relieved; a savior had arrived.
She made a shushing gesture, told everyone to be quiet, and openly answered the call.
"Vice President Gao, what's up?"
"Engineer Jiang, are you feeling better? Please come back to the company immediately. President Zhan is coming to inspect the new product test results, and it won't work without you. Please come back quickly."
Normally, Jiang Nanfang would have been unhappy if she took a day off and was then called back midway.
But now, she was overjoyed.
"Okay. I'll be back right away."
After hanging up, when everyone heard she was leaving, they reluctantly held onto her.
"Husband, you're leaving already? I haven't had enough fun. Let's play a little longer."
"Exactly, husband. We really like you. Can you take a day off and stay with us a little longer?"
Jiang Nanfang smiled and pinched their faces, saying, "I'll play with you all another day. Husband really has something to do today. Look, even the boss is calling."
"Let the remaining two husbands accompany you. I'll cover all the expenses today. Everyone be good, husband likes obedient wives."
Seeing her expertly coaxing the women like a man, Zhou Jinxiu couldn't help but question his own taste, how could he have fallen for such a woman?
He had even mistaken her for having something going on with Zhan Beijue.
Zhan Beijue didn't even like real women; how could he be interested in a fake one?
Since Jiang Nanfang had drunk alcohol and couldn't drive, Lu Qingxu arranged for a driver to take her.
She rushed back to the company and pushed open the door to Vice President Gao's office. Zhan Beijue was already there.
As she entered, their eyes met. Seeing Jiang Nanfang with a rosy complexion, a lingering smile on her lips, looking like she had a great time and was still relishing it, only fueled his anger.
"Engineer Jiang wasn't feeling well today? What's wrong? What illness requires drinking to cure?"
"..."
"Since we have signed the contract, you must ensure that the product is launched on time and successfully, and you must be responsible at all times."
"Taking shortcuts like this, being half-hearted, if Zhan Corp's reputation is damaged, the consequences will be immeasurable. Can you bear the responsibility?"
Jiang Nanfang lowered her head and sniffed her clothes.
No smell of alcohol.
Besides, she had only been at the bar for an hour, had a few sips of alcohol, and it was shared with others; in total, it was only about one glass.
He could smell it even now?
"I didn't drink. I just had an injection and used some alcohol for disinfection. You smelled it wrong," she lied.