Xu Dachuan proposed a plan.
No matter how the situation escalated, there would only be one outcome: negotiation.
Little Li Zi didn't know what to say, casting a glance at Cai Jin Qu from afar. Cai Jin Qu nodded in acknowledgment.
Although he was far away, he could hear their words clearly.
As Little Li Zi led the lawyer into the conference room, everyone else retreated to the shade by the roadside.
Five million was Cai Jin Qu's lowest bottom line for Little Li Zi.
He wanted to see if Old Cai would do anything for this woman.
As for money, he wasn't lacking now. If five million could buy Zuo Ru Xiu her ruined reputation and departure from Wu Ma Group, then it was worth it.
The process was surprisingly smooth; they simply set a deadline for a response within three days.
The lawyer's presence also followed the normal procedure for such matters.
Five million was no small sum, especially since Little Li Zi had initially asked for eight million.
Xu Dachuan did not dare to agree on the spot, only stating that they would discuss it later. Although he had gauged Little Li Zi's psychological price, the final decision rested with the boss.
Was Zuo Ru Xiu truly worth that much money?
Xu Dachuan dared not speculate on the boss's thoughts. All he could do was report and follow instructions.
"What? Eight million! How dare he ask for so much!"
Upon hearing this, Zuo Ru Xiu became furious.
To demand so much money from someone she had only legally married, with whom she had never lived a single day, was no different from robbery!
Cai Rong knew Little Li Zi's intentions and that Cai Jin Qu was deliberately trying to provoke him.
Xu Dachuan stood by the side of the office, saying nothing, and quietly listened to the boss.
Zuo Ru Xiu, however, was unfazed, acting like the mistress of the company.
"Not a penny. Let him sue wherever he wants!"
This was Zuo Ru Xiu's stance.
The best way to deal with extortion was to retaliate, to strike back directly.
This was the general approach.
But Cai Rong was the chairman of Wu Ma Group, a listed company. Even minor incidents could affect the stock price, potentially leading to losses of hundreds of millions.
Xu Dachuan had informed the news media and the official propaganda center early on with this consideration in mind.
Wu Ma Group was a prominent conglomerate in Changyu City, and the city's propaganda department would give them some face. Suden Novel Network.
"Give it to him! Go negotiate with them and see if you can lower the amount and quickly resolve this matter."
Cai Rong finally gave his directive.
He could not afford to gamble or delay. If this matter wasn't resolved swiftly, Wu Ma Group would suffer even greater losses.
Xu Dachuan understood immediately and felt more confident.
As long as the boss agreed to pay to resolve the issue, it would be a matter of negotiating the amount, which was not difficult.
Little Li Zi had stumbled upon unexpected wealth. He didn't truly grasp what five million meant, but he knew it was a fortune, enough to live a life of luxury!
The one most displeased with the situation was Cai Jin Qu, who had not achieved the outcome he desired.
He drank his alcohol dejectedly, not seeking out Little Li Zi.
From the moment they received the money, their paths were destined to diverge.
Although Cai Jin Qu was somewhat tipsy, he remembered it was the first day of the lunar month, the day he would offer incense to his mother.
This was the only thing he could do for his mother now.
He rarely returned to the Cai residence after his mother's passing. When he did, it was always cold and silent. Occasionally, he would encounter Cai Jin Fa, but they would exchange only a few brief words; the brothers seemed to be on different wavelengths.
Cai Jin Fa seemed to have inherited his father's philandering nature, bringing a different woman home each time. However, to his credit, he had some conscience and never brought women home overnight.
Cai Jin Qu felt that ever since his mother's death, the family had completely fallen apart.
"Only Mother is good in this world; a child without a mother is like grass..."
Tipsy, he fumbled for his keys to open the door, but he heard women's laughter.
"Who? Who's at home so late?"
Cai Jin Qu muttered to himself as he reached for the key to open the door.
He knew in his heart that his brother must have brought another woman back for a visit. He hadn't missed offering incense on the first of the month.
"Hahaha!"
As Cai Jin Qu entered, he saw Zuo Ru Xiu laughing uncontrollably. Several people stood before her: Cai Jin Fa, Cai Rong, Zuo Ru Xiu, and an unfamiliar woman.
"What are you doing here!"
The moment Cai Jin Qu saw Zuo Ru Xiu, he was enraged and shouted.
Zuo Ru Xiu's laughter abruptly stopped. Seeing Cai Jin Qu drunkenly yelling, her body trembled slightly, and she instinctively clutched Cai Rong's arm.
Cai Rong, seeing his son's demeanor, felt a surge of anger.
"Useless wretch, drinking and making a scene outside again. What kind of behavior is this!"
"Hehehe, hehehe! I should be asking you, bringing random women back home. What kind of behavior is that! Do you have any regard for this home? For my mother? Do you think you've been worthy of her? Ask your conscience!"
Cai Jin Qu retorted with a bitter smile.
At no other moment did he feel so emboldened.
"This is a home, not a brothel, to casually bring women around!"
Cai Jin Qu didn't care about anything else; alcohol gave him courage, and he said whatever came to mind.
Although it would make the other woman uncomfortable, he couldn't help it; he could only blame his philandering brother.
"You! What did you say? Say that again!"
Cai Rong said angrily, suddenly clutching his chest with his left hand.
He felt a dull ache in his chest.
"Hahaha! Hahaha! What do I need to say? Aren't you feeling the pain? This is retribution! You deserve it!"
Cai Jin Qu seemed to have gone mad, no longer entirely in control of himself.
This was a sign of the fierce spirit's affliction.
Today was the first day of the lunar month, a time pre-arranged by the Ten-Faced Rakshasa to make their move.
Liu Sandao had been following Cai Jin Qu. To be safe, he checked on Cai Jin Qu's condition periodically during his work breaks.
Even Bai Suxiang could sense Liu Sandao's unease.
On one hand, Liu Sandao seemed less focused on his work; on the other hand, her bracelet and the Kylin Jade were vibrating slightly, a subtle but perceptible tremor.
Something might happen, so she also kept a watchful eye.
Cai Jin Qu's immense emotional turmoil was faintly perceived by Liu Sandao, who quickly used his divine sense to reach Cai Mansion.
The moment Bai Suxiang turned to put documents in the office, Liu Sandao had already disappeared.
She quickly tidied herself up, preparing to look for him.
Not knowing his exact location, she could only seek help from the Kylin Jade.
Speaking of this Little Hai, ever since arriving in Changyu City, he had barely spoken, as if in a deep sleep, making no sound at all. Bai Suxiang was also busy with work all day, sometimes forgetting that Little Hai was inside the Kylin Jade, leaving no time for bickering.
"Little Hai, Little Hai! Come out! Come out!"