Chapter 101: Why Canât We Forgive?
âPresident Su isnât ready yet, huh? Letâs talk next time!â Lu Li said, his face betraying neither joy nor sorrow as he smiled at Su Bingqing, deliberately avoiding Zhang Ziqinâs gaze. He didnât catch the pained and regretful look that flashed across Zhang Ziqinâs face.
Lu Li was feeling somewhat irritated. In Hangcheng, everyone was aware of his and Zhang Ziqinâs past, so what was Su Bingqing playing at by bringing her here today? To disgust him? Well, she succeeded. Lu Li was thoroughly disgusted.
Who wouldâve thought Zhang Ziqin would still manage to come out and be a thorn in his side? Originally, he had planned to deal with her after taking over the Su and Liu families, when no one in Hangcheng could protect her.
Now, Lu Li regretted not getting rid of this annoyance earlier. Wouldnât it have been better to remove this eyesore sooner?
Chen Xiaoyi shot Su Bingqing an annoyed glare, then turned her disgust towards Zhang Ziqin. What was Su Bingqing thinking, bringing Zhang Ziqin to Lu Li at this moment? Was it a display of power? Or was she hoping Lu Li still harbored feelings for Zhang Ziqin and would show mercy? Dream on! đđđŠđŠđđźđ·đŻđžđđźđ.đŹđžđź
âWait, President Lu, IâŠâ Before Su Bingqing could finish her explanation, the conference room door was firmly shut, silencing everything.
Su Bingqing was stunned. She didnât expect Lu Li to be so uncompromising, not even willing to give her face. At that moment, she felt as Chen Ya had before.
Since her rebirth, Su Bingqing had hardly seen Lu Li, only hearing rumors of him and Chen Xiaoyiâs intimate relationship. His tolerance for Zhang Ziqin had vanished, replaced by an indescribable disgust.
âBingqing, I shouldnât have come. Iâve caused trouble, Iâm sorry!â Zhang Ziqin could no longer keep up her facade of pride and aloofness. Lu Liâs cold indifference cut her deeply.
If not for Su Bingqingâs support, Zhang Ziqin might have already broken down.
Su Bingqing forced a bitter smile, âItâs not your fault, Ziqin. I insisted on bringing you here. Iâm sorry.â She was torn. On one hand, Zhang Ziqin was her close friend who had truly changed for the better. Wasnât the destruction of the Zhang Corporation enough of a price to pay?
Even Su Bingqing harbored some resentment towards Lu Li.
But sympathy for Zhang Ziqin? That was a stretch. Su Bingqing, having lived through the past, knew the future pain Zhang Ziqin would cause Lu Li.
âWell, it seems we canât talk today. Iâll try scheduling another meeting tomorrow!â Su Bingqing sighed, shaking her head. Clearly, Lu Li had a significant grudge against Zhang Ziqin.
âI wonât come tomorrow. I donât want to be a burden,â Zhang Ziqin said, her head low, tears threatening to fall.
Su Bingqing remained silent, knowing Zhang Ziqin was right. The Su Corporation was on the brink; merging with Lu Corporation was their last hope for salvaging anything.
âAnnoyed already?â Lu Li quipped, catching Chen Xiaoyiâs disgruntled look, a hint of amusement in his smile.
âBrother Lu, Su Bingqing knows well how you feel about Zhang Ziqin, yet she dared to bring her here. Sheâs challenging you openly!â Chen Xiaoyi was livid, unable to accept Su Bingqingâs audacity.
âThereâs no need to get angry. Just another lesson needed,â Lu Li said calmly, his annoyance easing as he caressed Chen Xiaoyiâs face. âLetâs focus on something pleasant instead. My eyes need cleansing after seeing that woman.â
âOkay!â Chen Xiaoyi agreed, feeling the need for some purification herself after the encounter.
But as they made their way to Lu Liâs office, an unexpected call disturbed them, causing both to frown in displeasure.
Chen Xiaoyi, feeling a mix of excitement and disappointment, readjusted her clothing and smiled softly at Lu Li, âLu Gege, business first. We have plenty of time.â
Lu Li exhaled deeply, drawing Chen Xiaoyi into a hug, âWhoever is calling had better have a good reason.â
âWhat is it?â Lu Li answered the phone with a tone that brooked no nonsense.
âPresident Lu, Liu Menghan from Liu Corporation is here to see you,â the receptionistâs voice trembled.
âInform her Iâll meet her in the conference room shortly,â Lu Li responded, suspecting a coordinated effort. Perhaps Liu Menghanâs decision was influenced by Zhang Ziqinâs actions.
âLetâs prioritize company matters,Brother Luâ Chen Xiaoyi whispered, ever understanding.
âSigh, letâs wrap up with Liu Menghan within an hour and return,â Lu Li decided, setting aside personal time for business once more.
As Liu Menghan awaited Lu Liâs arrival, she couldnât help but notice the departing figures of Su Bingqing and Zhang Ziqin, their expressions telling of an unsuccessful meeting. âPredictable,â she thought, âEveryone knows Lu Li has no fondness for Zhang Ziqin. Su Bingqingâs audacity in bringing her along is astonishing.â
âPresident Liu, President Lu asks that you wait in the conference room,â informed the receptionist.
Liu Menghan nodded, âAlright, Iâll wait.â The chess pieces were moving, and she was keen to see how the game would play out.