472: Chapter 472: Then Call the Police 472: Chapter 472: Then Call the Police Tangyu had already been stopped by this young female thief to act as a human shield more than once.
Having been taken advantage of in such a way, Tangyu could only silently accept it.
Having been taken advantage of three times, Tangyu decided it was time to get a bit back.
Otherwise, she would be at too much of a loss.
So, she smoothly wrapped her arms around the thief’s slender waist and put on a very cooperative appearance.
The thief seemed quite pleased with Tangyu’s cooperation, which made it all seem even more convincing.
The two security guards, upon seeing Tangyu, an unexpected guest, immediately looked annoyed and angry.
It felt like a duck that was about to be eaten had suddenly flown away.
“What’s wrong?” Tangyu asked the young woman with a look of ‘concern’ on her face.
“Hmph, what’s wrong?
Is she your girlfriend, and you’re standing up for her?” one of the security guards said with an unfriendly gaze on Tangyu, visibly annoyed.
Tangyu said, “Isn’t it obvious?
Of course, I am her boyfriend.
What do you want to do about it?
You want to bully my girlfriend?
Just because you’re security guards, do you think you’re something special?”
“Young man, you can eat whatever you want, but you must watch what you say.
Before speaking, better understand the situation.
She was selling fake products to us, and we caught her red-handed.
Don’t you think she should explain herself to us?” the older security guard said with a bit of a ruffian air.
Typically, there are two kinds of people who become security guards: one is ex-military who can’t find a job, and the other is a ruffian.
Of course, it could also be a combination of the two.
“Fake products?” Tangyu raised her eyebrows and looked at the young woman.
It wasn’t impossible for her to do something like that.
The thief was holding a bag filled with various items.
“Could it be that you’re the ones making a scene and muddling things up?
Buying is entirely voluntary.
First of all, I didn’t force you, and second, I couldn’t possibly have.
I was just promoting our company’s products, and you were interested and wanted to buy.
How is that any of my concern?
You two grown men are so petty, nitpicking with a young girl, I’m ashamed on your behalf,” the young thief said indignantly.
Tangyu finally understood the situation.
It turned out the young thief had changed her approach and took up being a saleswoman.
The two security guards were obviously not upset because of any issues with the product quality, but because of her beauty, they had premeditated plans.
Tangyu had always detested such scum.
Being security guards for a top office building of a major corporation and yet displaying such low standards, it was indeed despicable.
“Transactions are meant to be voluntary.
It’s like Zhou Yu played Huang Gai – one willingly takes the beating, the other willingly does the beating.
Since you have already made the purchase, wouldn’t it be inappropriate to back out now?” Tangyu looked at them and said.
“If it’s a transaction, deception is possible.
After buying the product and realizing we were deceived, we want to claim our rights back.
What’s wrong with that?” the older guard continued to be argumentative.
Tangyu’s mouth curved slightly, not wanting to continue such a pointless argument.
Tangyu never liked such babble; it was the most boring sort of thing: “Let’s skip the nonsense.
What do you want to do about it?”
A sinister smirk appeared on the mouth of the older security guard, “What do we want to do?
Originally we didn’t want to do anything, but the way you’re acting is really rubbing me the wrong way.
If you want to settle this, fine, pay us five hundred each, and we’ll let this go.
Otherwise, there’s nothing more to talk about, let the police handle it.”
“Alright, let’s get the police involved,” agreed Tangyu, seemingly unconcerned.
The young thief subtly tugged at Tangyu, looking at her with panicked eyes.
She didn’t want the police to get involved, or more precisely, she was afraid.
Tangyu gave her a reassuring look.
The two security guards saw Tangyu’s unperturbed, fearless demeanor, and they felt even more upset.
“Fine, let’s call the police then.” The older security guard wasn’t just talking – he really called the police.
While the guard was making the call, Tangyu also picked up the phone and dialed Lin Guotai; the call was quickly answered: “Tangyu, it’s rare for you to call me, especially at this hour.
What’s the matter?” It was apparent Lin Guotai was in a meeting.
“Sorry to interrupt your meeting, Uncle Lin, but there’s a slight issue I need to trouble you with.
The Empire Trade Tower is one of your properties, isn’t it?
I’ve got a friend who has had a little altercation with two of the security guards here.
Could you ask someone to come over and handle it?” Tangyu said.
“Hmm, to think such an incident has occurred, alright, I’ll immediately send the manager from over there to take care of it,” said Lin Guotai promptly.
Tangyu hung up the phone and offered a faint smile to the female pickpocket.
Having overheard Tangyu’s recent call, the pickpocket’s face also showed a look of surprise as she stared at him.
The two security guards eyed Tangyu with skepticism, their brows deeply furrowed.
They exchanged glances, wondering if they had unwittingly run into a tough nut to crack.
It didn’t make sense.
If this man really was someone powerful, how could his girlfriend possibly be engaged in such work?
Moreover, they were in a dilemma; the call had already been made and couldn’t be unmade.
Empire Trade Tower, a 4A grade office building valued at tens of billions, was also a crucial asset of the Lin Group.
In the Security Department office, Tang Huashu, the Head of Security, sat at his desk.
Though he was physically in the office, he was always diligent, not daring to be the least bit negligent.
He knew that even a minor oversight could cause his downfall.
At Lin Group, he was considered a minor leader, and he didn’t worry about lacking protection in such a massive corporation.
As long as he could maintain his position, his family’s life would surely be safe and carefree.
Tang Huashu’s cellphone suddenly rang.
He picked it up, and upon seeing the caller’s ID, his hand shook, nearly dropping the phone.
His face showed excitement, yet it was tinged with worry.
Without hesitation, he answered the call, speaking with great respect, “Hello Mr.
Lin, I’m honored to receive a call from you, sir.
May I ask what instructions you have for me?” Tang Huashu spoke submissively; he had barely interacted with Lin Guotai, having only seen him a few times at company backbone meetings.
He had saved Lin Guotai’s number without any particular reason, just doing it mechanically after noticing it at one of those meetings, never expecting to actually get a call from Mr.
Lin—a surprise that thrilled him.
Along with the excitement, there was also a sense of trepidation.
“Is this Tang Huashu from the Empire Trade Tower’s Security Department?” Lin Guotai’s lukewarm voice came through the phone.
Recognizing the familiar voice, Tang Huashu’s heart fluttered, and he immediately responded with utmost reverence, “Yes, Mr.
Lin, I’m Tang Huashu.
Please give me your instructions.”
“Hmm, I have a task for you, and it must be handled properly,” Lin Guotai said.
“I will handle it properly, please rest assured, Mr.
Lin,” Tang Huashu answered promptly, patting his chest in guarantee, his face beaming with joy.
To be personally tasked by Mr.
Lin was an exceptional opportunity to prove himself.
If he managed this well, the benefits would be substantial—merely the thought was enough to make him overjoyed.
Soon, Tang Shuhua arrived at the security office.
From a distance, he felt the young man standing there looked familiar.
Upon closer examination, he suddenly recognized who it was.
“It’s actually him, hero of the people, Tangyu.
There had been rumors that Tangyu was Mr.
Lin’s future son-in-law.
Mr.
Lin called me personally just now because there was an issue with Tangyu here.
Ha, it seems my chance to make a mark has really come.
Hmph, although those two guys are detestable, they’ve given me a grand opportunity,” Tang Huashu thought, quickening his pace and approaching Tangyu with a friendly smile.
He nodded and said, “Mr.
Tangyu, I hope you and your friend haven’t been disturbed?”
As he spoke, Tang Huashu also couldn’t help but glance at the female pickpocket, and an intrigued look flitted across his eyes.
He thought it strange; wasn’t Tangyu said to be Mr.
Lin’s future son-in-law?
Why then was he so close to another woman?
Could it be that he dared to play the field so openly?
However, this wasn’t something Tang Huashu wanted to dwell on.
It was none of his business, and thinking too much about it would be of no benefit to him.
Right now, resolving the current situation was the priority.
“Head of Security, Tang?” Seeing Tang Huashu, the two guards’ faces turned ugly, and their looks towards Tangyu changed immediately.
Their expressions shifted as they realized they had indeed encountered a tough situation; if even the head of security was so respectful towards him, whom were they to challenge?
Despite some connections, they worried that today’s incident wouldn’t end well for them.
“I’m fine, but my friend seems to be a bit uncomfortable,” Tangyu said, letting go of the female pickpocket and creating some distance between them.
He knew that the person before him must have been sent by Uncle Lin and would surely report the situation accurately.
Thus, Tangyu wished to distance himself from the pickpocket.
“Heh, may I know what is making the lady uncomfortable?
Did these two gentlemen cause her any trouble?
If so, please speak up, miss, and I will make sure to obtain justice on your behalf,” Tang Huashu said with a smile.
The female pickpocket didn’t hold back, recounting the entire incident in detail, including the guards’ intentions.
After the pickpocket spoke, the two guards’ faces turned the color of liver, utterly embarrassed.
“Hmph, this is outrageous, a complete disregard for the law.
How can Lin Group keep such problematic employees?
Miss, I apologize.
I have not been strict enough in my supervision, leading to this failure.
I will handle this matter with utmost severity and will not let it slide,” Tang Huashu said indignantly.
Then, turning to glare at the two security guards, he pointed at them and angrily ordered, “The two of you, pack your things and go settle your wages with the finance department, and then get out.
Lin Group does not need scum like you.”