novelraw Chapter 0115 Calling That Man
Chapter 0115 Calling That Man
Limitless Building, top floor.
The CEO's office.
Jiang Ci stood with his back to the door in front of the huge floor-to-ceiling window.
He was holding several freshly printed A4 sheets of paper in his hand.
With a firm squeeze of his fingertips, he pinched the edge of the paper, creating deep creases.
"General Manager Jiang..."
The assistant stood at the door, somewhat apprehensive.
"This is an email that the technical department just intercepted. The sending IP is Zhou's Group, and the recipient is... Assistant Wen's corporate email address."
Jiang Ci remained silent.
He lowered his head, his gaze sweeping darkly over the contents of the paper.
That was sent by Zhou Xufa.
Avoiding all private contact methods, it was sent directly to Wen Ning's work email.
Ningning, if you're unhappy, tell me.
I'll figure out the breach of contract penalty. Even if the Zhou family has to sell everything they own, they can still get you released.
Don't be afraid, your big brother is always here.
Every word and phrase is filled with genuine emotion.
It exudes a determination to take the person away.
"Oh."
Jiang Ci let out a very soft, cold laugh.
The chill in his eyes instantly froze into ice.
Still haven't given up?
Is Zhou Xu still thinking of taking her away?
Three years ago, it was the same thing. That man took her to some remote corner of the world in a car, a place he couldn't find.
Now, do you want to use the same old tricks again?
"Bring Wen Ning in."
Jiang Ci's voice was eerily calm.
"Now."
……
A few minutes later.
Wen Ning pushed open the door and entered.
She was holding a stack of freshly compiled reports in her hand.
"Mr. Jiang, you wanted to see me?"
"Splash—!"
A stack of papers was thrown at my face.
They fluttered down at her feet.
Wen Ning was startled.
She crouched down and picked up a sheet.
Upon seeing the contents, his face turned deathly pale.
That was an email Zhou Xu sent her.
She was intercepted before she even had a chance to look.
Are you moved?
Jiang Ci walked around the desk and stepped up to her.
The leather shoes made a dull thud on the carpet, each step feeling like it was stepping on Wen Ning's heartbeat.
"Your good older brother is still thinking of saving you."
Jiang Ci bent down, pinched her chin, and forced her to look up.
His eyes were sinister, as if he wanted to see right through her.
"What? You're still counting on him?"
"Do you feel that if he just reaches out, you can run away from me again, just like you did three years ago?"
Wen Ning shook his head frantically.
"No... I didn't see the email..."
"I didn't intend to leave..."
"Yeah?"
Jiang Ci snorted coldly.
Obviously, they don't believe it.
He lacks a sense of security.
The slightest sound or movement would remind him of that desperate rainy night.
He must nip it in the bud.
Even in the most cruel way.
"Since you don't intend to leave."
Jiang Ci took his phone out of his pocket.
Unlock.
He dialed the number he loathed.
"Then tell him."
"Beep—beep—"
The call was connected.
And it was on speakerphone.
"Feed? Mr. Jiang?"
Zhou Xu's voice came through.
He was a little tired, but remained calm.
"What brings you calling so late?"
Jiang Ci held the phone to Wen Ning's mouth.
His eyes were cold, carrying an unyielding threat.
"say."
He mouthed the command.
Tell him you're doing well.
"Tell him that you voluntarily stay by my side to atone for your sins."
"Tell him to mind his own business."
Seeing that Wen Ning was biting her lip and refusing to speak.
Jiang Ci narrowed his eyes, leaned close to her ear, and whispered in a voice as low as a demon's:
"You don't have to say it."
"But I promise, as long as you don't say a word."
"When the stock market opens tomorrow, the remaining share price of the Zhou Group will immediately hit the daily limit down."
"Your older brother will spend the rest of his life in jail."
Wen Ning trembled all over.
She looked at Jiang Ci.
This man has truly gone mad.
He had her only weakness.
I said…
Wen Ning closed her eyes.
Tears rolled down the cheeks.
"Big brother..."
She spoke into her phone, her voice trembling, but she tried her best to appear calm.
Zhou Xu on the other end of the phone was stunned for a moment.
"Ningning? Is that you? You're next to Jiang Ci?"
His tone immediately became anxious.
"How is he treating you? Did he bully you again? Don't be afraid, your older brother is raising money..."
"I'm fine."
Wen Ning interrupted him.
She pinched her palm, using the pain to maintain her composure.
"I'm doing very well."
"President Jiang... has been very good to me."
"Stop sending emails."
"I stayed here voluntarily."
"I used to owe him, and now... I'm paying back the debt."
"I feel at peace."
Every word he uttered was a lie he didn't mean.
Every word she uttered severed her last connection with the Zhou family.
There was a long silence on the other end of the phone.
Only heavy breathing remained.
a long time.
Zhou Xu's voice came through.
With a hint of helplessness and deep regret.
"Ningning."
"You're doing this for the Zhou family, aren't you?"
Wen Ning covered her mouth to stop herself from crying out loud.
"no."
She hardened her heart and uttered her last, heartless words.
"Big brother, don't worry about me."
"You can't control that."
That's fine.
Done.
She looked at Jiang Ci with pleading eyes.
Jiang Ci pressed the hang-up button expressionlessly.
"beep."
The world is quiet now.
He looked at Wen Ning.
Seeing her slumped on the ground, covering her face and crying silently.
He won.
He successfully cut off her last escape route.
From then on, she had nowhere to go but to be by his side.
but.
Why don't I feel any sense of victory?
Instead, it felt like being stuffed with shards of glass, causing a sharp, painful sting.
"Why are you crying?"
Jiang Ci squatted down.
He reached out his hand, wanting to wipe away her tears.
Wen Ning turned his head away.
She dodged his hand.
For the first time, his eyes revealed obvious resistance and fear.
Jiang Ci's hand froze in mid-air.
His fingers curled up slightly.
At last.
He stood up.
He looked down at her, his voice returning to its icy tone.
"Cry your fill, then get up and get to work."
My coffee is cold.
"Go get another cup."
He turned around, his back to her.
Looking at the city outside the floor-to-ceiling windows.
His indifferent face was reflected in the glass.
Only he himself knows.
Just now when I heard her say "I did it voluntarily".
He longed so much to... hug her.