Tong Che had studied in the US for many years and was also a foreign language genius. There was simply no other suitable person for him to make a call to the US. Not to mention calling an American Chinese home, even if he were to call the X Palace in the US, his foreign language skills would still be "good".
In addition, he also had another concern:
Tong Che had considered everything carefully. He was a little afraid that Yun Laohu's identity as a soldier would cause unnecessary trouble. Things would be different if he, an economic and trade person, was the one who contacted the foreign countries. It could be said that this was purely a business meeting. This could also be considered as Tong Che's intention to "protect" Yun Laohu.
He dialed the number …
"Du du." Two beeps came from the phone.
Yun Laohu couldn't help but sit up straight and lean forward slightly … He was a calm and composed person, but as long as it concerned his wife, he would inexplicably feel nervous. He was afraid that he would make a mistake. At this moment, he only felt that the waiting time was exceptionally long.
"Pa!" a sound was heard...
Someone on the other side picked up!
It was a string of fluent English.
Tong Che didn't beat around the bush and directly spoke in a fluent and orthodox Cambridge accent. He spoke very quickly and accurately. If one didn't look at him and listen to him with their eyes closed, they would really think that he was a foreigner.
Although Yun Laohu couldn't speak English as well as he could, he could still roughly understand … It turned out that the other party was the Chen family's foreign housekeeper. He spoke very politely and thoughtfully. "I'm sorry! Our master is currently hospitalized. If you need anything, please leave a message first. I will inform him as soon as possible! "
Tong Che muttered to himself for a moment. "Can you please give me the hospital's number? I'm very concerned about his health and would like to call to ask about it! "
"I'm afraid that's not possible! Master just had an operation. The doctor repeatedly emphasized that he needs to rest. It's not convenient for him to speak on the phone. "
"Is Chen Jiaxuan there? Can I speak to him for a while? "
The housekeeper's voice was polite and distant. "Young Master Xuan is currently in the hospital receiving treatment. I will definitely inform him when he comes back."
Now that things had come to this …
Tong Che had no other choice … After thinking for a while, he didn't dare to give Yun Laohu and Mi Xaing 'er's names. He was afraid of alerting the enemy and also afraid of causing trouble for them. He only said that it was a business phone number from the Provincial Party Committee and gave his own name. Finally, he emphasized, "This is an urgent matter. Please pass on the message as soon as possible!"
He put down the phone.
Then, he shrugged at Yun Jingting. "Now, we can only wait, or I'll think of other ways. Based on the current situation, even if we call Chen Yaozhong's company, I'm afraid we still won't be able to find him!"
Yun Laohu nodded. She narrowed her eyes and started scheming again.
At the Chen residence in America …
As soon as the butler put down the phone, Chen Jiamei, who was standing aside, asked coldly, "James, who was that?"
"Miss, it's a long-distance call from China. The other party's surname is Tong, and they say that they have a business discussion about returning to the mainland to invest. They want to contact Master and Young Master Xuan! I've already followed your instructions … and rejected them! "
Chen Jiamei crossed her arms and muttered softly, "Surname Tong?"
Then, she turned to the butler and raised her chin slightly with an arrogant expression. "James, I'll repeat myself. No matter who it is, if they want to look for my father, even if they're his old friends or acquaintances from the company, you have to use the excuse that my father is recuperating as an excuse to reject them. You must not let my father receive a call from an outsider. Otherwise … please pack up and leave. "
She snorted coldly. "I understand. You've worked for the Chen family for more than ten years and are loyal to my father. However, if you think that loyalty is worthless and more important than your future salary, your responsibility to support your family, and even your family's lives, then I have nothing to say."
This woman was really vicious!
These few sentences were obviously a blatant threat.
In other words, if you don't listen to me, not only will you lose your job, but your life will also be in danger.
James had worked for the Chen family for more than ten years and had practically watched Chen Jiamei grow up. He understood her ruthless personality. After hearing her words, he couldn't help but silently lower his head and weigh the pros and cons in his mind.
Suddenly, the doorbell rang.
Chen Jiamei waved her hand. "You can leave now!"
The butler left the living room.
She tugged at her wool skirt and tidied up her wavy hair. Then, she walked slowly to the door and opened it. "Lawyer Li, you're here? Please come in! "
Lawyer Li was in his fifties. His English name was Louis Lee, a famous Chinese lawyer in the United States. He was also a good friend of Chen Yaozhong's for more than ten years and had a certain amount of shares in the Chen family company. Due to greed, when Chen Yaozhong was seriously ill, he chose to side with Chen Jiamei and secretly revealed some details of the will to her.
In other words … he and Chen Jiamei were jackals of the same lair and were in cahoots.
Chen Jiamei invited him into the living room. The servant left after serving tea. She pretended to be elegant as she sat on the sofa and sipped her tea. "Lawyer Li, do you know? I'm a little impressed by myself! "
Huh?
This opening …
It was a little too smug and shameless.
Lawyer Li followed suit. "Maybe, what's the matter? What happened? "
"Just now, there was a call from the mainland. They said it was from the Economic and Trade Commission. But I thought it must be someone from Mi Xaing 'er. Ha! I underestimated her ability. Not only did she find the home phone number so quickly, but she also got Director Tong who is fluent in English … What a pity! I've already informed all the servants in the house, and I've also blocked the phone calls. "" That's right. That's right.
Pausing for a moment, he narrowed his eyes with a meaningful smile on his face. "When I was in the continent, I had several dealings with Mi Xiang 'er and her husband. Mi Xiang' er was one thing! She's so young. Other than being pretty, she probably doesn't have much brains! Her husband, on the other hand, is very shrewd and ruthless. He's arrogant and tough. I'm afraid he'll be our biggest obstacle in the future! "
Suddenly, Yun Jingting's tall and handsome figure and handsome smile appeared in her mind. She couldn't help but be distracted for a moment. The teacup in her hand tilted slightly, and the tea splashed onto the delicate tray and almost splashed onto her dress.
Chen Jiamei put away her arrogant expression for the first time. "In my opinion, Yun Jingting is definitely a difficult person to deal with. We must not let our guard down. If there's a chance, I must … win him over! Make him work for me! "
Make him work for her?
Pfft!
What an ugly way to put it!
Lawyer Chen was a little noncommittal. She laughed awkwardly. "Maybe, I think you're worrying too much! Are there any talents left in the mainland? After ten years of turmoil, they only know how to engage in class warfare. None of them have economic brains, not to mention coming to America to fight for property. I don't have high hopes for them. In my heart, you're the true heir of the Chen family. "
Chen Jiamei waved her hand. "No! Lawyer Li, after this trip to the mainland, I've changed a lot of my preconceived notions. I don't dare to speak about others, but at least Yun Jingting is not to be underestimated! As the saying goes, a strong dragon can't suppress a local snake. I'm afraid I'll be at a disadvantage if I go head-to-head with him in the mainland! "
"…"
"That's why I prepared a trump card. Lawyer Li, the woman I brought from China … has she arrived in Japan?"
"You mean that Jiang woman? I've already arranged for her to undergo plastic surgery in a Japanese hospital. I've also gotten her a new passport. Everything is according to your instructions. "
Chen Jiamei smiled sinisterly. "My father used to say that the ancients were most particular about the principle of using four ounces to deal with a thousand catties! They know how to make use of other people's strength! I think this trick is just right for us. I have something on that Jiang woman. I'll give her a little favor first, then let her go out and do things for me! I'll hide behind the scenes and control the situation. Not only can I reap the benefits, but I can also be an innocent … obedient little princess in my father's eyes. What's wrong with that? "
Lawyer Li raised his thumb. "Maybe, it's because of your shrewdness that I'm betting all my wealth and future on you. You know that if anyone finds out that I'm the one who revealed the details of the will to you, I'll lose my qualifications as a barrister forever. I'll lose my job, my honor, and everything!"
Chen Jiamei shook his head disapprovingly. "No! You're wrong! It's because you revealed the will to me that you'll have more money. As long as you listen to my arrangements and do as I say, as long as we get the shares of the Chen Group … Do you still need to work? Just retire and enjoy the rest of your life. "
She narrowed her eyes. "The most important thing now is how to deceive my father. How can I make that Tang woman give up on her own accord? Lawyer Li, I have an idea … "
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