Chapter 290 A Promise Must Be Fulfilled
Han Xi knew that the two of them would fight whenever they talked about Bo Siye, but she had personally promised to help and had done her research before deciding to act as guarantor.
As a result, Shen Jiheng interfered, indirectly pushing her into a position of being unjust and immoral.
"Ji Heng, I know you mean well, but please let me make this decision myself!"
Even if he turns out to be lying to you in the end, would you be willing to sacrifice the entire Han Shu Group?
This question stumped Han Xi. She hadn't thought about it carefully; she simply believed that Bo Siye wouldn't let her down.
Shen Jiheng held her shoulders and pressed, "Now I want you to answer this question: yes or no?"
Han Xi looked up at him and asked, "If I make a choice, will you stop interfering?"
Shen Jiheng's eyes turned cold, as if they could freeze Han Xi's heart. He had done so much to keep Han Xi by his side.
But she always wants to run away; how can he keep an eye on her?
He nodded reluctantly: "Yes, as long as you make a choice, I will never interfere in your affairs with him again."
He regretted it as soon as he said it; he didn't want to push Han Xi into that person's arms.
But how could I, who always keeps my word, take back these words?
Seeing that Han Xi was about to speak, he hurriedly reminded him.
"Think carefully before you answer. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
He was terrified that Han Xi would insist on going against the grain and choosing a different path.
Han Xi thought for a moment and said, "I know that your starting point has always been for my own good, and I am very grateful for what you have done for me, but people who are protected can never grow up."
Shen Jiheng shook his head: "The price is too high. Isn't it good to be cared for? This is something so many people dream of. Why don't you want it?"
Han Xi smiled and said, "I already have a lot, and I'm very content. Please let me do this myself, okay?"
Han Xi did not argue with him, but simply told him her feelings in a very calm tone.
If she had been assertive, Shen Jiheng might have been able to argue back, but her calm demeanor left him speechless.
"Since you've made up your mind, I won't say anything more. I'll just add one more thing."
Han Xi looked at him intently, and Shen Jiheng said, "If he's lying to you, I'll kill him!"
He allowed Han Xi to help her savior, but he wouldn't allow Bo Siye to use that identity to deceive her.
If that's the case, he will definitely take action against this person in the end.
Han Xi was amused by his words and nodded, saying, "Okay, if he really is lying to me, I won't let him off the hook either."
Her eyes were full of gratitude, grateful that Shen Jiheng was able to let go. If she hadn't done this, she would have always felt indebted to Bo Siye.
It's unpleasant to owe someone a favor, but it's even harder to repay the debt of a life.
Shen Jiheng took her hand and put it to his lips, smiling as he said, "Shouldn't we give her a reward?"
Han Xi withdrew her hand, saying with a headache, "I still have to clean up the mess you made. It's good that I didn't punish you."
Shen Jiheng smiled but remained silent, only gazing at her. Naturally, she had no idea how much work she had done behind the scenes to help her stop all of this.
But now she's cleaning up this mess; it's his wish.
Seeing the change in Shen Jiheng's expression, Han Xi took a deep breath.
"Okay, I'll buy you coffee. Do you have time?"
Shen Jiheng smiled broadly: "Of course, I know a nice coffee shop with good pastries."
All he wanted was to be able to meet with Han Xi in his spare time, have coffee, chat, and enjoy a simple and pleasant time together.
Is this person too easy to please now? He clearly looked unhappy just now, but he changed his mind in the blink of an eye.
Shen Jiheng simply couldn't bear to be angry with her.
He understood why Han Xi did this, but if it wasn't mixed with love, he could accept anything.
As soon as the two arrived at the coffee shop, Han Xi's phone rang. Seeing that it was Mr. Fang calling, she immediately answered.
“Attorney Han, the couple just came to beg for reconciliation. They brought a hospital diagnosis certificate and a statement of their own opinion, and they are willing to pay double the compensation in order to ask us not to sue them.”
Han Xi had anticipated this, but he hadn't expected them to be even more proactive than anticipated.
They probably consulted legal aid before taking action.
"They're really quick. Have they brought up the issue of compensation for emotional distress? And what about compensation for lost wages these past two days?"
“I communicated with them according to the information you sent me before, and they said they were willing to compensate, but the young couple had just gotten married and didn’t have jobs, so they couldn’t come up with that much money.”
Han Xi had learned about the two men's backgrounds; they came from well-off families and were indeed currently unemployed. If they hadn't been so unrepentant, Han Xi wouldn't have ended up like this.
The original intention of this matter was simply to have them come forward and clear Mr. Fang's name.
"So, Mr. Fang, what are your thoughts?"
“I think it’s better to let it go. They’ve had a tough time, and their child just had surgery. I don’t want to sue them.”
"Okay, I'll schedule a time for them to discuss this. Just wait for my message."
If things continue at this pace, the matter will be resolved quickly.
After Han Xi finished communicating with him and put down her phone, Shen Jiheng raised an eyebrow, not looking very happy.
It was a rare opportunity for the two of them to get together, but they were both busy with work. He really hated anyone who bothered Han Xi at a time like this.
Han Xi noticed a slight change in his expression and leaned closer to ask, "What's wrong?"
Shen Jiheng smiled and shook his head. He couldn't very well tell Han Xi not to answer calls from outsiders when they were together in the future.
"I know you're a very busy person and don't have much time to spare, so I'll go order first."
Han Xi looked at his practiced manner and saw that he no longer had that aloofness in him, but was much more down-to-earth.
However, Han Xi also knew that these were only his performance in front of her.
As soon as he sat down, Shen Jiheng asked, "Have you made any plans for the holiday?"
Han Xi smiled brightly. The CEO in front of her didn't think about how to develop new projects every day; he just wanted to stay by her side.
Seeing that she didn't respond, Shen Jiheng pretended to be angry and asked, "Don't tell me you've forgotten about this."
Han Xi smiled and said, "Of course I remember, but given Yu Mo's current condition, it's not advisable to take her out for the time being, to avoid anything that might upset her."
Upon hearing this, Shen Jiheng's anger subsided, and he tried to create opportunities to be alone with Han Xi, but the child's condition could not be ignored.
“I’m sorry, I didn’t think it through. But we can leave them in the country and travel alone with just the two of us to experience different cultures.”
Han Xi was both amused and exasperated. "You really think of yourself. Let's wait a little longer. I want to take my brother and sister with me."
After saying that, Han Xi added, "I also hope you always remember that they are your own children."
Shen Jiheng smiled, picked up his coffee, and took two sips to hide the embarrassment on his face.
He seemed to have gone a bit too far just now; it wouldn't be good if Han Xi thought he didn't care about the two children.
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