“How could that be?” Ruan Xu turned to look at Ruan Jiaojiao. “Jiaojiao, be good, take your little sister upstairs to play.”
Despite his gentle tone, Ruan Jiaojiao couldn't help but shiver.
He lowered his head and reluctantly walked up to Qiqi: "Qiqi, little sister, I... I'll take you upstairs to play." Afraid that Qiqi wouldn't go, he tempted her, "I have lots of cute dolls and snacks in my room. If you like, I can give them all to you."
Ruan Xu was finally satisfied and turned to Qi Qi, saying, "Qi Qi, come play with your sister."
Qiqi didn't speak, but turned to look at Ji Chengfeng and Madam Ji, as if waiting for them to nod.
In fact, from an angle unseen by the Ruan family, he did give Ji Chengfeng and Madam Ji a wink, implying that they should keep Ruan Xu calm.
Ji Chengfeng understood what his little girl meant and nodded: "Since your uncle and cousin have extended such a warm invitation, then you should go."
"Don't take your cousin's things. Just write down what you like later, and Mom will buy it for you," said Madam Ji.
"Okay, Mom and Dad, Qiqi knows!" Qiqi replied obediently, then reached out to take Ruan Jiaojiao's hand. "Sister Jiaojiao, let's go."
Ruan Jiaojiao resisted and tried to pull her hand back.
But when she met her father's gaze, she didn't dare to move and could only let Qiqi lead her.
The two little girls ran upstairs hand in hand, looking like they had a very good relationship. But only Ruan Jiaojiao knew that she was actually being dragged along by Qiqi.
Ruan Xu's gaze remained fixed on Qi Qi, a barely perceptible tension in his eyes.
Seeing that he was staring intently at Qiqi, Ji Chengfeng frowned and spoke in a cold voice to draw his attention away.
“Brother-in-law, now that the child is gone, let’s have a proper talk about Ruan Jian.”
A sinister glint flashed in Ruan Xu's eyes. He withdrew his gaze and turned to Ji Chengfeng, a kind and humble smile already on his face.
“Brother-in-law, tell me, if Ruan Jian really did something wrong, I will never take his side.”
Ji Chengfeng thought for a moment and said, "Brother-in-law, you should know that I entrusted the Ganyuan and Fengcheng projects to the Ruan family because of the cousin relationship between my cousin and my wife, and I also agreed to let Ruan Jian go to the Ji family's purchasing department for training."
"Yes, thanks to my cousin-in-law's help, otherwise Ah Jian and I wouldn't be where we are today. Our family has always been very grateful for that." Ruan Xu lowered his head, looking extremely grateful to Ji Chengfeng, but in reality, his eyes, hidden by his eyelashes, were icy cold, filled with venomous intent.
"Gratitude? I doubt it!" Ji Chengfeng sneered. "Do you know that every purchase list Ruan Jian is in charge of in the purchasing department has discrepancies in the payments, and there are many instances of substandard goods being passed off as superior ones! Brother-in-law, I trust you, but you seem to be treating me like a sucker!"
Upon hearing this, Ruan Jian, who had been kicked to the ground by Ruan Xu and hadn't recovered for a long time, turned pale, with large beads of cold sweat rolling down his forehead, and he looked like a guilty thief.
Ji Chengfeng originally just wanted to trick him, since everyone knows that the purchasing department is full of shady dealings and lucrative opportunities.
When Ruan Jian begged to join the purchasing department, Ji Chengfeng could more or less guess what he was up to.
However, out of consideration for the relationship between the two families, he didn't care too much. As long as Ruan Jian didn't go too far, he was willing to turn a blind eye.
I never expected that a casual bluff would actually work!
When Ruan Xu saw his son's expression change, he understood immediately. He was so angry that he trembled all over and kicked his son twice more.
"You beast! Are you really like your uncle said, taking advantage of others' kindness and using inferior goods? How could you do such a thing?!"
Ruan Xu looked heartbroken. "Your uncle has been so good to you! Look at Jing Ji Shi, he arranged for you to work in the most relaxed yet best-paying department without a second thought. And you not only don't appreciate it, but you've also done these despicable things behind my back. What, what did I do to deserve such a son? I'm going to beat you to death today to atone to your aunt and uncle!"
As he spoke, he kicked Ruan Jian several more times.
It looked heavy, but it actually didn't have much force when it landed on Ruan Jian. Ruan Jian screamed in pain, rolled on the ground, and grabbed Ji Chengfeng's trouser leg, begging for mercy.
"Uncle, Uncle, I know I was wrong. Please forgive me this time, please! Otherwise, my dad will really beat me to death!"
He cried so hard, tears and snot streaming down his face, but Ruan Xu pretended to pull him away.
"You beast, how dare you beg your uncle! Even if you die today, it won't appease your uncle's hatred!"
Despite Ruan Xu's harsh words and fierce beatings, he was actually relieved.
It wasn't a big deal that Ji Chengfeng discovered Ruan Jian had tampered with the purchase list and items. After all, Ji Chengfeng had probably guessed this would be the outcome when he agreed to let him join the purchasing department.
The Ji family is the richest family. Even if Ruan Jian is greedy, it's just a drop in the ocean for the Ji family. As long as it's not too outrageous, Ji Chengfeng won't care.
He's not afraid as long as that matter isn't exposed.
Ji Chengfeng looked at Ruan Xu with "no mercy," as if he wouldn't stop until he beat Ruan Jian to death, and exchanged a glance with Madam Ji.
Madam Ji glanced discreetly at the second floor, gave Ji Chengfeng a look, and then, as always, began to play the role of the good-natured person.
"Alright, brother-in-law, do you really want to beat Ah Jian to death? Ah Jian is still young. As long as he knows he was wrong, sincerely repents, and doesn't do it again, that's fine."
Ji Chengfeng feigned anger: "Wife, do you know how much money he embezzled?"
Madam Ji didn't take it to heart, her eyebrows furrowing: "No matter how much money it costs, he's still my cousin. Anyway, our family has plenty of everything except money, so what's wrong with spending a little on my cousin?"
"You..." Ji Chengfeng was furious, his face turning ashen. "I can't explain myself to you!"
"Then stop talking nonsense and don't say anything!" Madam Ji made the decision directly and reached out to pull Ruan Jian up from the ground. "Alright, Jian, your aunt will decide this matter and won't pursue it. But you must never be deceived or misled into making mistakes again in the future, otherwise, your aunt won't be able to exonerate you anymore, understand?"
Looking at Madam Ji's kind and gentle smile, Ruan Jian was momentarily stunned.
What do you mean? Didn't the Ji family discover the real deal between him and Master Pu, and only think that he was bewitched by Master Pu, so they tampered with the procurement?
If that's the case, then things will be much easier.
Ruan Jian breathed a sigh of relief, his face showing sincere remorse, his eyes red as he said to Madam Ji, "Aunt, I know I was wrong, I will never dare to do it again. I promise, I will definitely sever all ties with those shady people from now on!"
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