Chapter 31: Decision

Zhao Jun looked at Zhao Kun in shock, as if he couldn’t believe what he had heard, “But I’m your cousin!”

Zhao Kun sneered, a smile like a sharp knife, piercing directly into Zhao Jun’s heart.

“You know you’re my cousin now? When you were secretly embezzling funds, when you were accepting those faulty herbs, did you think about our relationship? Now you’re telling me we’re family. It’s too late.”

Only then did Zhao Jun realize that Zhao Kun was serious. His face turned pale, cold sweat dripped down his forehead, his lips trembled, and his eyes were filled with fear,

“Cousin, cousin, I know I was wrong. I’ll do my best in the future. Please forgive me this time. If you really send me to jail, my dad and grandpa will be devastated.”

Zhao Kun looked at Zhao Jun’s appearance, his heart filled with disgust and aversion, “You know to beg for mercy now? Why didn’t you do that before? Do you think I’ll believe your words?”

Hearing this, Zhao Jun knew that he was truly finished. He looked at Zhao Kun, his eyes filled with resentment and unwillingness, “Cousin, are you really so ruthless?”

Zhao Kun took a deep breath, “Choose.” He didn’t want to say anything more to Zhao Jun. He was an adult. He had made a mistake and had to take responsibility for his actions.

“I don’t have money.” Zhao Jun had gambled away all his money. He was broke, and he owed a lot of money outside.

That’s why he had accepted the bribe and allowed the faulty goods to pass. He just didn’t expect to be caught so quickly.

Zhao Kun didn’t say anything more. He picked up the phone and was about to call the police. This time, he wouldn’t let Zhao Jun get away with it.

 He had not only damaged his interests but also those of the workers. Their hard work had been wasted because of Zhao Jun’s greed.

Besides, if Ling Yao hadn’t discovered it early, the consequences would have been unimaginable if the faulty goods had entered the market.

Seeing Zhao Kun press the numbers on the phone without hesitation, Zhao Jun panicked.

 He rushed forward to grab the phone from Zhao Kun’s hand, “You can’t call.

If you do, I’m finished.” He couldn’t go to jail. Otherwise, his life would be over.

Zhao Kun pushed Zhao Jun away coldly.

Zhao Jun stumbled back several steps. Seeing that Zhao Kun had already dialed the phone, a flame of anger surged in his heart.

He glanced at the pen holder on the table, which contained a utility knife.

He narrowed his eyes, revealing a fierce look. He quickly stepped forward, pulled out the utility knife from the pen holder, and stabbed towards Zhao Kun.

Since Zhao Kun wouldn’t let him live a good life, Zhao Kun shouldn’t live a good life either.

Zhao Kun didn’t expect Zhao Jun to attack him like this. He didn’t react in time and could only watch helplessly as the utility knife stabbed towards him.

At that moment, the office door opened. Ling Yao, as swift as lightning, grabbed Zhao Jun’s arm and quickly snatched the utility knife from his hand. She had planned to return to the office and tell Zhao Kun that she was leaving.

 She had just reached the door when she heard the argument inside. She was about to leave, but suddenly felt that something was wrong inside. She immediately rushed in.

Fortunately, she came in. Otherwise, Zhao Kun would have been in serious trouble.

At this time, Zhao Kun also reacted. He stepped forward and punched Zhao Jun in the face with a force like a hammer.

This punch was filled with his endless anger and disappointment.

He looked at Zhao Jun with icy indifference, as if he were looking at a stranger, “I’ve already called the police. They’ll be here soon.

Zhao Jun, you’re on your own.” He couldn’t tolerate Zhao Jun’s behavior anymore. No matter who pleaded for him, he wouldn’t let him go.

Zhao Jun’s face turned ashen, and he slumped to the ground, powerless. He knew he was finished, completely finished.

The police arrived soon. After understanding the situation, they took Zhao Jun away.

Zhao Kun looked at Ling Yao with guilt, “Ling Yao, I’m sorry! I almost made another big mistake.”

Ling Yao shook her head, “I’ve already contacted the herb supplier. Let’s go to the Huayi Hall and see Mr. Yang later.”

She had just called Mr. Yang from the reception room. He happened to have a source.

“Okay, Ling Yao, thank you for saving me again.” Zhao Kun was filled with gratitude for Ling Yao.

 If she hadn’t appeared in time, he would have been in the hospital, if not dead.

Ling Yao smiled nonchalantly, “You didn’t disappoint me either.” If Zhao Kun had been sentimental at this moment, she would have given up on him.

She didn’t want to cooperate with someone indecisive and soft-hearted. That would only lead to constant trouble.

Ling Yao and Zhao Kun arrived at the Huayi Hall. Mr. Yang was already waiting for them.

“Ling Yao, here’s the rehmannia glutinosa you need. Take a look at the quality. If you’re satisfied, take it.”

After receiving Ling Yao’s call, Mr. Yang immediately had people move all the rehmannia glutinosa from the warehouse.

He wanted to make friends with Ling Yao. Although she was just a country girl, from his perspective, he felt that she was definitely not an ordinary girl.

Ling Yao stepped forward, looked at the rehmannia glutinosa in the bag, and smelled it.

She nodded with satisfaction, “The quality is good. Mr. Yang! We’ll take these now. And please take care of the subsequent herbs.”

“Don’t worry. I’ll definitely be strict with quality control.” Mr. Yang patted his chest and assured her.

Ling Yao smiled and introduced Zhao Kun to Mr. Yang, “Mr. Yang! Let me introduce you. This is Zhao Kun, the Manager of Longteng Pharmaceutical. Zhao Kun, this is Mr. Yang.”

“Mr. Yang, hello! I’ve heard of your name for a long time!” Zhao Kun quickly stepped forward and shook hands with Mr. Yang with a smile.

Mr. Yang also smiled and extended his hand, shaking hands with Zhao Kun, “I’ve also heard of Manager Zhao’s name for a long time.”

“You’re making me laugh.”

The three of them chatted for a while and finalized the cooperation. Then, Ling Yao and Zhao Kun left.

As Ling Yao and Zhao Kun were walking out of the door, a tall figure walked in.

Ling Yao recognized him immediately. He was the man she had met at the TV station.

The man also looked at Ling Yao in surprise. He didn’t expect to meet this chubby girl again.

He still had a bit of an impression of her. Although she wasn’t very pretty, her eyes were bright, as if they held stars, making people want to explore them.

They passed each other.

The man walked into the Huayi Hall, “Mr. Yang, if you have any more ginseng, call me.”

 He was leaving Yuncheng tonight and returning to Beijing. He had done everything he could to help his father. As for the outcome, it was up to fate.

Ling Yao returned home. Ling Xuemei was giving someone an IV drip.

Seeing Ling Yao, Ling Xuemei smiled at her, “Yaoyao, there’s food in the pot. Go eat something first.”

“Okay.” Ling Yao carried her bamboo basket and walked towards the backyard.