Chapter 1545: Hosting a Banquet to Apologize

Zhao Fusheng had given Xue Yuanfang face, so naturally he would no longer let Zheng Yao continue to suppress Chengyu Entertainment.

It must be known that because Zhou Bing refused to admit her mistake, Miss Zheng was very angry and strictly ordered Ye Jing to start suppressing Chengyu Entertainment in the film and television circle, even beginning to use Future Group's connections to blacklist Chengyu's artists in the fashion advertising circle.

Of course, the first to bear the brunt was Zhou Bing, the instigator.

“Stop it.”

Zhao Fusheng called Zheng Yao and said directly.

Zheng Yao frowned slightly: “Did someone plead for her?”

She wasn't stupid; naturally, she could figure out the crux of the matter.

Zhao Fusheng nodded and unceremoniously sold out Xue Yuanfang.

“Alright, I understand.”

Unexpectedly, Zheng Yao wasn't angry. In fact, she didn't even seem to want to lose her temper over the phone, which surprised Zhao Fusheng.

In his impression, Zheng Yao was a hot-tempered iron lady.

How come she had changed her nature this time?

“Strange…”

Zhao Fusheng muttered to himself, holding the phone.

“What’s wrong?”

Hearing Zhao Fusheng muttering to himself, Fan Baobao, lying in bed, asked in confusion.

Zhao Fusheng shook his head: “Nothing. How are you feeling?”

“How am I feeling?”

Fan Baobao looked at Zhao Fusheng speechlessly: “I can feel the baby moving. Do you think we should ask the doctor to check if it’s a boy or a girl?”

So far, Zhao Fusheng and Fan Baobao had never asked the doctor whether it was a boy or a girl.

Zhao Fusheng thought for a moment and shook his head: “Better not. We haven’t asked all along; a few more days won’t matter.”

“Alright then.”

Fan Baobao was a little disappointed but still nodded in agreement with Zhao Fusheng.

In the evening, Zhao Fusheng received a call from Xue Yuanfang. Zhou Bing's brother was hosting a banquet to entertain him.

Well, to put it bluntly, it was a banquet to apologize.

Zhao Fusheng didn't waste words. He called Zheng Yao to tell her the time and place, then got into the car and had Hu Donghai and Wu Sijie accompany him to the banquet.

“How are the preparations for the car sales company going?”

Sitting in the car, Zhao Fusheng casually asked Wu Sijie, who was in charge of the project.

Earlier, while Tan Kaixuan was busy with the stock market, Zhao Fusheng had sent Wu Sijie over.

Wu Sijie replied: “Basically ready. Mercedes-Benz has been very cooperative. Barring any surprises, we can officially open for business around New Year’s Day.”

Zhao Fusheng nodded: “Steady and steady, don’t rush.”

He paused and then said to Wu Sijie: “Chairman Tan will be back from Mingzhi soon. Hand things over to him and let him arrange for someone to handle it, understand?”

Wu Sijie was taken aback for a moment, then understood Zhao Fusheng’s meaning and nodded to indicate he knew.

According to the agreement between Zhao Fusheng and Tan Kaixuan, Zhao Fusheng was only responsible for providing the funds for the Mercedes-Benz dealership; Tan Kaixuan was to handle the specific operations.

Now, by having Wu Sijie hand over authority, Zhao Fusheng was naturally fulfilling his promise.

Wu Sijie didn't feel uncomfortable about having his power taken away. His boss's emphasis on keeping promises was an important quality for him as an assistant.

After all, if a person couldn't be responsible for what they said, then there was little reason to follow such a boss.

As a subordinate, what one fears most is often the boss making grand promises that ultimately go unfulfilled.

In that case, it might be better to be a bit more taciturn.

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The car soon arrived at the location Xue Yuanfang had mentioned. Zhao Fusheng got out and saw Zheng Yao already waiting there.

“How are you so fast?”

Zhao Fusheng asked Zheng Yao in surprise.

He had thought Zheng Yao would take a while to arrive.

“So slow. It took you quite a while to drive here from the hospital.” Zheng Yao said to Zhao Fusheng irritably: “This meal tonight—is it a Hongmen Banquet or a banquet to apologize?”

“Of course it’s an apology.”

Zhao Fusheng smiled: “Otherwise, wouldn’t Old Xue lose face?”

Zheng Yao rolled her eyes, too lazy to bother with him, and the two walked into the restaurant together.

She also knew that since Xue Yuanfang had personally intervened, even if the other party was unwilling, they could only bow their heads and admit fault; otherwise, they would be disrespecting Xue Yuanfang’s face.

“Chairman, you’re here.”

“Hello, President Zheng.”

Xue Yuanfang soon came out to greet them personally. Beside him stood a man in his thirties, dressed in a suit and leather shoes, exuding a somewhat refined temperament.

“Old Xue, I’ll have to leave soon. The doctor said my wife might give birth early.” Zhao Fusheng smiled and said to Xue Yuanfang.

Xue Yuanfang quickly nodded: “I know. It’s just a meal. I’ll introduce a few friends to you.”

They were all smart people. Everyone needed a stepping stone and a gesture, so they naturally knew what to say and what not to say.

“Hello, Chairman Zhao.”

The man in the suit smiled and greeted Zhao Fusheng.

“And this is?”

Zhao Fusheng naturally played dumb.

“This is a childhood friend of mine, Zhou Jianmin.” Xue Yuanfang smiled and explained: “Jianmin’s cousin is Zhou Bing. The little girl doesn’t know any better. Chairman, please don’t take it to heart.”

“Yes, I’ve already taught her a lesson. I’ll have her come over later to apologize to you in person, Chairman Zhao.” Zhou Jianmin said with a smile to Zhao Fusheng.

Although he concealed it well, Zhao Fusheng could see that this man, deep down, wasn’t all that intimidated by him.

It was actually simple—after all, his family were officials.

In China, those in officialdom always have more reason to be proud than the wealthy; there was no doubt about that.

Zhao Fusheng wasn’t being overly sensitive either. Since he had already given Xue Yuanfang face, he naturally wouldn’t put on a distant attitude.

Smiling, Zhao Fusheng shook hands with Zhou Jianmin: “Mr. Zhou is too kind. It was all a misunderstanding, a misunderstanding.”

“Come, come, since it’s a misunderstanding, we’re now friends after the fight. Let’s go inside and talk.”

As the mediator, Xue Yuanfang naturally had to smooth things over.

The group soon entered the private room and took their seats as host and guests.

After chatting for a while, Zhao Fusheng learned that Zhou Jianmin was also in business, specifically in investment, and had achieved some success.

“To be honest, compared to Future Investment, mine is just small-time stuff.” Zhou Jianmin said sincerely to Zhao Fusheng: “The projects Future Investment has undertaken are admired by everyone in the industry. Chairman Zhao’s vision is truly sharp.”

He meant it. The projects Future Investment had previously invested in had already become classic cases for many domestic and foreign investment firms.

Even now, Zhou Jianmin was curious about how Zhao Fusheng had discovered so many promising projects.

After all, venture capital, by definition, involves risking money. Sometimes you might make a killing, but other times you might lose everything.

Hearing Zhou Jianmin’s flattery, Zhao Fusheng was naturally pleased. He wasn’t a saint; since the other party was friendly, he wouldn’t put on a sour face.

After chatting about investments for a while, Zhou Bing finally arrived.

“Sorry, bro, I had a last-minute schedule.” As soon as she entered, Zhou Bing saw Zhou Jianmin sitting there and quickly apologized to him in a low voice.

Although she was willful and spoiled, she wasn’t stupid. Her cousin at home was the legitimate eldest son. If not for him stepping in, Future Group wouldn’t have stopped its pressure.

Zhou Jianmin nodded: “Bingbing, come here. This is Chairman Zhao. The previous incident was all a misunderstanding. Apologize to Chairman Zhao now!”

Zhao Fusheng looked at Zhou Bing with a half-smile and said calmly: “Miss Zhou, hello. We meet again.”

“Ah?”

Zhou Bing was stunned and instantly didn’t know what to say.