As for the purpose of his trip, Tawan was upfront about it. He told Zong Jinghao what happened in Thailand before they came. “I believe he will escape very soon.”
He was worried that Jiang Mohan would come looking for Zong Yanxi again.
Although Zong Jinghao wasn’t there, he seemed to be informed of everything that had happened.
Tawan was direct. “I hope you can do something about it.”
So that Jiang Mohan would be deterred.
Zong Jinghao was deep in thought as if he was thinking of what Tawan had just told him. However, he was reluctant to discuss his daughter’s personal matters with Tawan. Even though Tawan was in the loop, Zong Jinghao was still unwilling to talk about it.
Tawan realized that he may have said something wrong. After all, it was a private family matter that related to Zong Jinghao’s own daughter. Therefore, it was understandable that he wasn’t keen on discussing it with an outsider.
He apologized immediately. “I’m sorry. I…”
Zong Jinghao raised his hands and motioned him to stop.
Realizing that he didn’t want to continue with the topic, Tawan talked about his company matters instead. In truth, he didn’t like managing a business but he was the only heir in the family. Hence, he had to shoulder all the responsibilities alone.
As he had gone to a military school for his undergraduate studies, he wasn’t familiar with managing a conglomerate. Prior to this, he had appointed a professional executive to run the family businesses for him. But after what happened the last time and how that person was involved, the arrangement no longer worked and he had no one else to help him.
As he knew all about Zong Jinghao’s background, Tawan wanted to seek his opinion or perhaps have someone recommended to him.
To him, the family business was very much part of the family. Therefore, he was responsible for protecting and preserving the legacy left behind by his forefathers.
“I heard the joint venture you made with Mr. Guan in D Nation was very successful. You are indeed surrounded by talented men,” Tawan remarked.
Guan Jing was an elderly man who was Zong Jinghao’s trusted subordinate. Or else, Zong Jinghao wouldn’t have delegated everything to him.
As time went by, Guan Jing became more and more adept at running the company and did a marvelous job.
Although Zong Jinghao had mostly stepped back from the daily operations, he still kept himself up to date with all the major projects.
The last project was indeed executed brilliantly with both sides reaping handsome returns.
Tawan was hoping that he could learn how to manage a business from Zong Jinghao. Hence, he shared the problems he encountered and sought Zong Jinghao’s advice on how to resolve them. Time flew by as they talked.
Meanwhile, Zhuang Jiawen headed to the office while Shen Xinyao and Zong Yanxi went to the mall. They were shopping for things that the bride needed for the wedding. Since Zong Yanxi was there, Shen Xinyao invited her along as a form of distraction.
As Shen Xinyao was going to become her sister-in-law soon, Zong Yanxi pampered her a lot.
Behind them was a driver who doubled up as a trained bodyguard.
He could help them carry their bags and also protect them too.
“Aren’t you supposed to buy the things you need for your wedding? Why are you only buying things for Baby?”
After going through many shops, all Shen Xinyao bought were gifts for Zhuang Jiawen.
“I find that they suit him,” Shen Xinyao laughed.
Zong Yanxi laughed together as she felt happy for her brother.
It was obvious that Zhuang Jiawen was everything to Shen Xinyao.
“I’m going to the ladies. You should continue browsing and I’ll look for you when I’m done,” Zong Yanxi said.
Shen Xinyao agreed.
After using the ladies, Zong Yanxi sat down on a bench to rest as her aching legs.
She massaged them to ease the discomfort.
When she was about to look for Shen Xinyao, a dark figure loomed over her. Looking up, she saw Jiang Mohan standing right in front.
She stepped back in horror.
Her sudden reaction felt like an insult to him.
Once upon a time, she just couldn’t get enough of him. But now, she was simply repulsed by the sight of him.
“Let’s talk,” he told her calmly.
“What’s there to talk about? I have made it clear that we’re no longer related to each other in any way. I’m sure you’re aware that I have a boyfriend now. He’s Tawan; you met him before, haven’t you?” Zong Yanxi tried her best to suppress her emotions. “Jiang Mohan, I have known you to be proud and aloof. Since when have you become so pathetic to stalk me like that?”
Jiang Mohan didn’t mind her insult. In fact, he maintained his humble tone. “I just want to have a proper talk with you.”
“Fine. Speak then.” Zong Yanxi didn’t want to ever see him again. Hence, she compromised, “Once we’re done talking, can you disappear from my life?”
Another reason she agreed was that she didn’t want him to show his face in front of her parents. If they saw him, they would be reminded of the past.
She didn’t want the people close to her to worry.
If Zhuang Jiawen knows that Jiang Mohan is in C City, he will definitely have beaten him to pulp.
Jiang Mohan gradually balled his hands into a fist. “Fine, but let me choose the venue.”
Zong Yanxi sneered, “I didn’t expect you to end up like that.”
“Tonight at eight. Room 806 at Double Tree Hotel. I’ll be waiting.” He left the moment he spoke.
Zong Yanxi froze as she watched the silhouette that she had once chased after. She had lost the passion she felt from those days and cold indifference was all that was left.
“Yanxi.” Shen Xinyao ran over.
