Chapter 582: Fang Zicheng Pays a Visit
The two brothers quickly forgot about the pain and headed to the infirmary with faces full of excitement to get their wounds treated.
Lin Chuan went to the transportation market alone.
The work at the transportation market was in full swing, and everything was proceeding in order. Each person had their own position; there was a place for everyone.
"Chuan, you're here?" Zhou Kai and the others surrounded him excitedly.
"Give me a cigarette." Zhou Kai hurriedly handed one over.
Lin Chuan took the cigarette from Zhou Kai, took a fierce drag, and then asked, "How's it going, everything okay?"
"All good," Zhou Kai shook his head.
At that moment, Lu Dapao shouted excitedly, "Chuan, look quickly!"
A Rolls-Royce slowly drove into the entrance of the transportation market.
"Fuck, is it him again?" Zhou Kai took a puff of his cigarette.
"Who?" Lin Chuan inquired.
"Brother Chuan, this guy is Xiao Rui's pursuer," Zhou Kai said with a smile: "He's our big boss, the only son of the chairman of Glory Group. His name is... Fang Zicheng. It's said that he was Xiao Rui's classmate back in the United States, and after returning to China, he got involved with Xiao Rui, you see…"
"It's normal for Xiao Rui to have suitors since she's so beautiful," Lin Chuan smiled.
"But for him to approach Xiao Rui so openly, it's clearly a show of disrespect to you," Zhou Kai frowned.
"I already have a girlfriend. What does it matter to me who pursues Xiao Rui?" Lin Chuan glanced at the others.
At this time, the Rolls-Royce stopped at the entrance of Feixiang Company. A man in a black suit hurriedly jumped out of the passenger seat and swiftly opened the rear door. A man in a coffee-colored suit stepped out from the boss's chair in the back seat, dressed in luxurious brands and inadvertently revealing a Patek Philippe watch on his wrist. He was somewhat handsome, with meticulously groomed hair. After getting out of the car, he looked around and pinched his nose, saying, "How can Xiao Rui work in such a hellhole?"
"Young master, why don't you hire Xiao Rui away with a generous offer?" the assistant in the black suit suggested with a smile.
"I've told her several times, but she just refuses," Fang Zicheng shook his head.
"I really don't understand what's so good about this place," the assistant said helplessly: "It's barren, and when it's sunny, it's all dust storms, not good for the health at all. Miss Xiao Rui really doesn't appreciate the young master's feelings."
"Let it be," Fang Zicheng shook his head.
The two walked slowly towards Feixiang Company. At that moment, Zhou Rui happened to walk out from inside.
"Fang Zicheng? What brings you here?" Zhou Rui looked at Fang Zicheng curiously.
"As a supplier of Glory Group, can't I come to check on things?" Fang Zicheng asked with a smile.
"Of course, you can!" Zhou Rui responded with a smile.
In fact, how could Zhou Rui not understand Fang Zicheng's intentions for coming today? She raised her eyes to look at Lin Chuan not far away, where a group of dozens of Jvyi Gang brothers had already gathered. Those guys were watching from afar, seemingly gathering to watch her. Zhou Rui felt a bit caught in the middle.
"Then... please come upstairs," Zhou Rui said helplessly.
"That'll be fine, let me have a look at your working environment," Fang Zicheng nodded.
Afterwards, several people walked towards the upstairs.
"Damn it, that's so disrespectful," Zhou Kai cursed loudly: "Acting like he didn't even see us."
"Maybe he simply doesn't recognize us," Lin Chuan laughed: "Besides, you're all dirty, and look at what he's wearing. Do you think he'd come to talk to you?"
Zhou Kai and the others looked down at their dirty clothes, which were worse than those of a street beggar. They laughed and muttered, "Looking down on us, damn it."
"You are indeed lower than others," Lin Chuan teased: "What are you guys? He's the young master of Glory Group. You're nothing compared to him."
"Heh heh…" Zhou Kai and the others laughed awkwardly.
A group of them immediately burst into laughter.
In the office, Zhou Rui was busy serving tea and water, bustling about to take care of the guests. After Fang Zicheng entered the office, he looked around. Although not large, the decor was quite distinctive, evidently Zhou Rui's handiwork. The girl had a creative touch, and being beautiful to boot, she was definitely an ideal woman for any household. This was also why Fang Zicheng had been pursuing Zhou Rui all along. Other women chased him for his fortune, but Zhou Rui was different; she wasn't interested in money.
"Xiao Rui, don't fuss over me," Fang Zicheng said with a smile: "I'm just here for a sit-down."
"But you're our big boss, how could I neglect you?" Zhou Rui said with a smile: "What if you get unhappy and we can't sell our sand then?"
"Haha…" Fang Zicheng immediately laughed out loud: "You've always accommodated me; it wouldn't be just for the sake of selling sand, would it?"
"What else did you expect?" Zhou Rui hummed lightly.
"That's not like you," Fang Zicheng laughed heartily.
"Anyway, it's just to sell off the sand," Zhou Rui said as she prepared the tea. "Come, have a sip. I personally brewed it. Not everyone gets a chance to taste this."
"Of course," Fang Zicheng nodded. "I remember you even took Japanese tea ceremony classes when you were in the United States, right?"
"Just an elective," Zhou Rui smiled.
"Your tea ceremony skills are quite impressive," Fang Zicheng commented after tasting the tea. "It's just a shame that..."
"A shame about what?" Zhou Rui asked, curious.
"It's a shame that a piece of beautiful jade like you is covered in dust," Fang Zicheng smiled. "Xiao Rui, why not come work at Glory Group? We have a vacant position for deputy general manager waiting for you. How about it?"
"Really?" Zhou Rui's eyes widened in surprise.
Upon hearing this, Fang Zicheng felt like there might be a chance. He hurriedly asked, "What do you think? Interested?"
"Not interested," Zhou Rui shook her head.
Fang Zicheng was so shocked he almost dropped his jaw. This girl's attitude was like a roller coaster ride, showing great interest at first. However, her 'not interested' comment sent Fang Zicheng's mood plummeting.
"Then what was with that surprised look just now?" Fang Zicheng asked with a smile, effectively masking his disappointment.
"I just thought you made such a generous offer to me," Zhou Rui laughed with her hand over her mouth. "I may have the academic qualifications, but I lack life experience. Shouldn't a deputy general manager of one of the Fortune 500 companies at least have some life experience? Without these, how can one become a qualified deputy general manager?"
"Everything requires learning," Fang Zicheng looked at Zhou Rui seriously. "At Glory Group, you can learn slowly. I'll give you time."
"Zicheng, I'm sorry, but I'm afraid I'm going to disappoint you," Zhou Rui said helplessly.
Fang Zicheng was stunned for a moment, and although disappointed, he still managed to smile: "It's okay, it doesn't affect my love for you, no matter where you work."
After saying that, Fang Zicheng took out a purple heart-shaped box from his suit pocket and placed it on the table.
"This..." Zhou Rui was puzzled.
Click...
Fang Zicheng immediately opened the box and said, "This is a custom-made wedding ring from France, a five-carat pure South African diamond with a platinum setting, surrounded by a circle of rubies. Today, I want to propose to you, Xiao Rui. I've liked you for a long time, and I hope you'll give me a chance to take care of you for life."
As he spoke, Fang Zicheng got down on one knee—the classic Western way to propose.
"Ah!" Zhou Rui was stunned, having not anticipated such a bold move from Fang Zicheng at all.
"Miss Xiao Rui, hurry up and say yes to our young master," the assistant said effeminately. "Our young master is genuinely devoted. I believe you won't regret following him; he will sincerely treat you well."
"No... No!" Zhou Rui stepped back, hurriedly saying, "Zicheng, we're just friends, you can't do this. I can't accept you."
Fang Zicheng smiled, stood up, and gently placed the ring on the table. "Take your time to consider, I'll give you the ring. If you don't accept me, feel free to throw it away. If you do, please wear it and come find me."
Then, Fang Zicheng walked out slowly. From start to finish, he maintained his composure and grace without showing anger, excitement, or frustration. This was a display of cultivation and aristocratic demeanor.
Fang Zicheng's family had long been integrated into the noble class in the United Kingdom, and many people knew the Fang family. Fang Zicheng, in particular, had been immersed in aristocratic education since childhood. Despite any displeasure, he still maintained both humility and a dignified facade.
Fang Zicheng walked out of Zhou Rui's office with a serene smile on his face—warm, smiling, elegant, and poised...
"Damn, strutting around like a cocky rooster," Zhou Kai clearly found Fang Zicheng displeasing, thinking him pretentious and somewhat hypocritical.
"You're just jealous because he's handsomer than you, aren't you?" Lu Dapao said irritably on the side.
"Damn, jealous of her?" Zhou Kai retorted irritably: "If I spruce myself up and put on a sharp suit, wouldn't I be much handsomer than him?"
Lu Dapao just grinned and said: "I think that Fang Zicheng is handsomer than you."
"Bullshit," Zhou Kai glared at him irritably.
Lu Dapao revealed a smile, not continuing to argue.
After Fang Zicheng left Feixiang Company, he looked towards Lin Chuan's direction, hands in his pockets as he walked slowly towards Lin Chuan. The assistant hurriedly said: "Young master, let's go back. It's quite dusty here; it's not suitable for us to stay."
"I'm looking for someone," Fang Zicheng glanced at the assistant. "Wait for me a moment."