249: Pitiful

Pitiful

The days went by in a flash, and all at once, Friday night was upon them.  0

Mr. Ville had arranged an evening dinner, so everyone, including Yun Jinhan, was gathered at the banquet hall, eating, drinking and talking about business and other things.  

Juu wasn't inside the dining hall because Xiaolei had made a deal with him. Even though Xiaolei was accustomed to Juu following her, she knew that it wouldn't be acceptable to her business partners, despite the fact that they are used to seeing Juu follow her everywhere, even into the conference room. Right now, she was dealing with people who are bigger than her, so she didn't want them to think she lacked trust in them by having Juu with her.  Of course, Juu was extremely hesitant, even with her persuasion. He told her that he couldn't compromise her safety for anything else. 

Knowing that he wouldn't agree too easily, Xiaolei had bribed him with a tracking device. The device could send an alarm with just one press, and he would immediately get notified that she needed him. 

The device was handy and they even tried it multiple times while they were still at the hotel. Fortunately, Juu eventually agreed after making her swear that she would press the button as soon as she felt any danger.  

Therefore, Juu also stayed outside the dining hall just like all the other business partners' bodyguards. 

One of Mr. Ville's business partners, Mr. Monreo, a 50 year old multinational CEO of one of the biggest companies in Europe, was also present at the banquet. However, it was obvious that he seemed to be there just because of Luo Xiaolei.  

This man happened to be with Mr. Ville when Xiaolei first arrived at the Continents Corporation so she had been introduced to him. She didn't like him from the moment she saw him. And here he was, obviously trying to flirt with her, despite him being married. Xiaolei was disgusted with his actions. She tried to ignore him at first but she was getting fed up with him following her everywhere inside the hall. He reeked of womanizing habits, and just being near him disgusted Xiaolei to the extreme. She felt sorry for this asshole's wife! 

What's worse was that he didn't ever back off no matter how cold or sarcastic Xiaolei acted towards him. She even told him that she's married, but the man said he didn't mind. What a bastard! 

Completely fed up, Xiaolei excused herself and stood up to go to the restroom. She was afraid she might end up breaking that person's nose, so she left. This was the final portion of her business trip, so she just needed to hold on. She'll be back to her big panda real soon. Hang in there Xiaolei… this business trip should end peacefully at all costs… 

However, when Xiaolei stepped out of the bathroom, that damn bastard was actually waiting for her outside. Xiaolei gritted her teeth as she tried her best to stay calm.  

"Mr. Monreo, I already told you, I'm already married with two sons. I'm not interested in you at all," she said straight to his face. This man was the absolute eyesore of this business trip.  

"Haha… Miss Luo, you really are interesting," he laughed as he touched his chin with his fingers, which were covered with gold, showy rings. "Did you know? No woman has ever rejected me like that," he added, and Xiaolei bit her lips. She could tell that he wasn't giving up. The man still looked great despite his age. He had money and fame and everything, so maybe he was telling the truth that nobody had rejected him before. But he was a reeking asshole who she wished she could turn into a eunuch.  

"You're telling me that you're already married, but look at your ring finger…" he smiled at her with a mocking smile, and Xiaolei clenched her fists tight.  

Somehow, his words finally made Xiaolei feel the need for a proper ceremony. She honestly thought that ceremonies and rings weren't important as long as she and her husband were already legally married and as long as they loved each other genuinely. But at that moment, she finally realized how important it was. If only she at least had a ring or their wedding photo with her, she could show this asshole…  

"I forgot my ring in the hotel," Xiaolei lied, and the man just smiled again.  

"I already investigated you, Miss Luo. Yes, you're engaged… engaged to the former CEO of Yu Empire. Is that man even still alive? I heard he's disabled," he suddenly said, and Xiaolei's eyes blazed in anger. For the first time in a long time, she felt that murderous feeling of wanting to kill a man. How dare this asshole badmouth my big panda! 

"Miss Luo, I know you're a mere substitute CEO for Yu Empire. They're just using you, babe. If you become mine, I'll help you get the entire company, and it'll be yours forever." His voice and words were so disgusting that Xiaolei almost wanted to throw up.  

"Say anything more and I'll call my bodyguard," she threatened bravely, but the man just laughed again.  

"I thought you were an intelligent woman, Miss Luo. You should be grabbing the opportunity that is being spread out right before you. I know what's inside a woman's heart. They want money, fame and power. I know that's what you want too. Stop acting like a saint, baby."  

Xiaolei was finally fed up. "So you're saying that you can give me money, fame and power?" 

He nodded with a triumphant, disgusting smile.  

"Just that? Do you have anything more to offer?" Xiaolei asked sarcastically.  

The man creased his brows. "Miss Luo, there is nothing greater than those three. Ahh… there's one… Sex," he answered. His already lustful eyes deepened.  

"Is that all you can offer?" Xiaolei asked again. Her expression didn't change. The man frowned again. He smirked at her, but it was obvious he couldn't think of anything more.  

"There is nothing greater than those four, Miss Luo, unless, you still want all of the less significant things." 

Upon hearing him, an evil, mocking smirk carved on Xiaolei's face. "So, money, fame, power and sex are all you could offer, huh… Mr. Monreo, did you know? You're such a pitiful man," she said, and the man's eyes darkened with rage.  

He suddenly raised his hand. Xiaolei was caught off guard and she was late to respond. His hand was about to hit her face when suddenly, someone stopped it. 

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