Wilson certainly didn't come to this land empty-handed, only to accomplish nothing.
He traveled thousands of miles across the ocean, also for business opportunities.
With its low labor costs and abundant resources, they're bound to want a piece of the pie.
But even under these circumstances, Wilson still insisted on maintaining his stance.
That's how business is; whoever loses their composure first loses.
Xiao Chenglin kept dodging his questions, while Qin Xueyi treated him with gentleness. Only Jiang Tian, whom he didn't know before, now gave him a deeper understanding of her.
Compared to others, this woman has a truly strong backbone.
Wilson had no choice but to back down.
He has no excuse to boast until something is accomplished.
If Xiao Chenglin really stops doing business with him, then he will definitely be the one who gets hurt.
After weighing the pros and cons, Wilson chose to lower his proud head.
Xiao Chenglin stopped in his tracks.
Jiang Tian also looked up at him.
After exchanging a glance, the two sat back down in their original spots.
This time, no one made any disgusting jokes.
The meal was full of ups and downs, but at least the outcome was good in the end.
After obtaining the contract, Xiao Chenglin did not linger. He said goodbye to Wilson and then took Jiang Tian on their way back.
Qin Xueyi didn't say a word in the second half; she looked so forlorn.
Wilson rubbed his face, feeling equally upset.
The process he envisioned was not like this. In fact, he underestimated Jiang Tian, which led to the escalation of the problem today.
Qin Xueyi was still lost in thought, and Wilson didn't even bother to pay attention to her.
The profits he discussed today were much lower than expected; he has to go back for a meeting.
When Qin Xueyi saw that everyone else had left, she couldn't help but cover her face and start crying.
With no one caring about him, Xiao Chenglin's mood improved considerably after receiving the contract.
In the midst of the chaos and turmoil of the times, it was incredibly difficult for him to accomplish anything.
The negotiations with Wilson have finally made progress, and his usually tense face has finally shown some signs of easing.
Jiang Tian did not disturb him.
Xiao Chenglin rarely glanced at the woman beside him: "You did very well today. When it's time to stand up straight, don't let others look down on you."
Jiang Tian was resting with her eyes closed when she heard his words, and she slowly opened them.
"Before you came, did you forget what you told me? You even told me to swallow my anger."
Xiao Chenglin was silent for a moment, then apologized to her: "I'm sorry, I didn't know Wilson was that kind of person."
"Is it because you didn't know, or did you not expect him to offend you to such an extent that even you couldn't tolerate it?"
Xiao Chenglin took a deep breath, his tone remaining calm: "I didn't expect it. I thought he would maintain basic respect for his friends."
Jiang Tian's lips curled slightly, but she didn't reply.
Xiao Chenglin simply instructed the driver to start the car and then returned to silence.
He always upheld justice and conscience, and always considered the interests of the place where he lived, but sometimes he felt frustrated.
In a sense, Jiang Tian got revenge for him today.
Xiao Chenglin couldn't deny that his impression of the woman beside him had improved considerably.
As the car drove smoothly, Xiao Chenglin noticed that the woman beside him had chosen to close her eyes to rest, so he closed his eyes as well.
However, to everyone's surprise, when the car was traveling on a somewhat secluded road, a horse-drawn carriage suddenly appeared in front of them from nowhere.
The carriage was clearly in trouble; it was very old, but also very large, and it was blocking the middle of the road, preventing other vehicles from passing.
Their path was blocked.
"Commander, it seems there's been a slight mishap."
The driver spoke to Xiao Chenglin first.
Xiao Chenglin's sixth sense kicked in, and his eyes instantly turned sharp.
"Should I go down and check the situation?"
The driver asked him in a low voice.
Xiao Chenglin whispered, "Don't get out of the car, just wait up there."
"Our people are right behind us, they'll be here soon." The driver was quite experienced; he noticed something was wrong and sensed the danger.
Jiang Tian looked at Xiao Chenglin beside her: "Your enemy?"
Xiao Chenglin was intently staring at both sides of the road when he heard her words and glanced at her.
"He's my enemy. Don't worry, I'll do my best to protect you and won't let you be in any danger."
Xiao Chenglin spoke calmly, as if everything was under his control.
Jiang Tian did not respond to him, but said indifferently, "When a real crisis occurs, I will not care about you. You will have to fend for yourself."
Xiao Chenglin glanced at Jiang Tian for no apparent reason.
Why does he need this woman to manage him? What she says is even a little ridiculous.
The two exchanged a few words briefly before their real enemy arrived.
In the dimly lit street, a group of burly men slowly emerged from both sides of the road, their shadows stretched extremely long.
"Commander, they are carrying long swords and clubs."
The driver, sitting in the front, had the clearest view.
"Um."
Xiao Chenglin's gaze was also fixed on what was ahead.
Soon the group of people rushed towards them.
Late at night, on a secluded street, deliberately carrying a cold weapon, Xiao Chenglin was not stupid. He knew very well that the crisis he was facing at this stage was a carefully planned ambush.
Since we can't avoid it, we have to face it head-on.
Xiao Chenglin was not lax in his training, and in a sense, his ability to sit in the position of military governor already reflected his strength.
Without saying a word, Xiao Chenglin quickly opened the car door and began fighting with the men sent by his so-called enemies.
Xiao Chenglin was skilled, and he quickly rendered several people incapacitated.
However, with fewer people against more, the driver lacking in fighting skills, and Jiang Tian in the car, what are their chances of winning?
Sure enough, it wasn't long before Xiao Chenglin gradually lost ground and fell into a predicament, even sustaining injuries.
But if he doesn't get out, those people won't abandon the people in the car.
The driver couldn't sit still any longer.
"Madam, please wait here. I'm going to rescue the warlord! The others will be here soon, so there's no need to rush!"
As he spoke, the driver opened the car door.
To his surprise, while he was drawing the attention of the thugs, Jiang Tian also got out of the car.
The situation was critical, and visibility was poor, so no one noticed Jiang Tian's movements.
The thugs were still fighting with Xiao Chenglin.
Xiao Chenglin was a troublesome character, which they had anticipated, but they did not expect him to be so tenacious.
He had clearly shown signs of weakness earlier, but when the driver got out of the car and he learned that there was only one woman in the car, he regained his previous drive.
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