Free Web NovelChapter 2532: Chapter 1593: I Don’t Think You’re Up to It
Self-introductions don’t need to be long-winded.
A few concise words can equally leave a general impression.
The Zhou from the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties.
Clearly, it sets him apart from ordinary people.
Fang Qing quickly collected her thoughts and nodded, "Hello."
Jiang Chen closed the door.
"Young Master Zhou came looking for you. But he knocked on the wrong door."
Zhou Shaohua smiled, "A fortunate mistake."
"I’ll step out for a bit, you two chat."
"No need, no need."
As the host, Boss Jiang was courteous, and the guest was quite tactful too.
Seeing that he wasn’t required to excuse himself, Boss Jiang wasn’t bashful, and the three took their seats in order.
"This is for you, remember to take it later." Jiang Chen gestured towards the gifts on the low table.
Zhou Shaohua was about to say something, but Fang Qing spoke first.
"Whoever sees it, gets a share."
Zhou Shaohua grinned hesitantly.
If.
Just if.
If they had met and known each other before anything happened, he probably wouldn’t mind making friends with these two.
But.
Life is like this.
There is always an order, a timing.
"Does Young Master Zhou know me?"
After the two men chatted aimlessly for a long time, Fang Qing came and changed the style immediately, getting straight to the point, maybe that’s just the habit of legal professionals.
"I’ve heard of you."
Zhou Shaohua remained eloquent, continuing to flaunt his cultural background. Indeed, cultured people are more likely to create goodwill and easily bridge gaps, but there’s another term, called a gentleman villain.
Like Boss Jiang.
He never boasted about his academic excellence.
There was no eye contact exchanged with someone; it wasn’t necessary. Fang Qing smiled faintly, a clear aloofness in her politeness.
"No reward for no merit. Young Master Zhou should take the things back."
"Just a token of my respect. It’s nothing valuable."
Unconcerned, Young Master Zhou finally got to the point, "It’s getting late, Miss Fang. I’ll be brief. I truly admire Miss Fang’s talents and noble character. There are many legal professionals out there, but those willing to speak up for justice and stick to their principles are not often seen in your field, forgive my frankness. I admire Miss Fang from my heart for defending that city inspector in Kyoto unpaid, and I’m proud to have a fellow local as accomplished as Miss Fang."
He really did come after hearing of her.
Except the so-called brief words weren’t brief at all.
Of course.
At the first meeting, necessary preambles are needed before getting down to business, after doing ample homework, this quick-tongued Young Master Zhou revealed his intent.
"I came to seek Miss Fang’s collaboration."
"In what aspect?"
"We lack legal elites like Miss Fang in Sha City, so I’d like to utilize Miss Fang’s skills to steer our firms’ way in Sha City. Let me clarify, it’s just collaboration, not employment. I know, for Miss Fang, Sha City might seem too small. We won’t restrict Miss Fang; you can continue to pursue your career. There is no subordinate relationship, it’s equal."
This form is quite common, also one of the main business models for many law firms.
Most companies don’t have the energy or capacity to build their own legal systems, so they’ll often partner with law firms, outsourcing that part of their business.
Just like how—ordinary people would pay for an insurance policy.
When nothing happens, everyone is fine, each busy with their own affairs. When something happens, the other party would step in to help resolve it.
"Which company does Young Master Zhou’s enterprise belong to?"
"Green Land."
Zhou Shaohua answered exceptionally quickly.
Hearing this, the expressions of the two listeners didn’t show any exaggerated reactions, as calm and quiet as the night outside.
Using his humble abode for the discussion, Boss Jiang knew his place. After Fang Qing came in, he immediately went silent, playing the role of a silent observer.
"The owner of Green Land doesn’t seem to have the surname Zhou. Is Young Master Zhou a top executive of Green Land?"
Young Master Zhou gave a subtle smile.
"No."
"Then can Young Master Zhou make decisions for Green Land?"
Fang Qing continued to ask.
Legal professionals should be like this, concise and to the point, as normally, lawyers are paid for talking.
"Yes."
Fang Qing’s direct question met with Zhou Shaohua’s straightforward answer, "Otherwise, what would be the point of me coming here tonight? To waste the time of you both?"
It doesn’t seem like he’s apologizing with humility.
It feels more like he wants to turn hostility into friendship.
In this world, there are no eternal enemies, only eternal interests; such clichés must be well-understood by all.
Since none of them are small characters, why not look forward to reconciliation, even turning a foe into a friend?
Isn’t the network woven this way?
Young Master Zhou came with good intentions, but Fang Qing did not reciprocate.
"My energy is limited. Young Master Zhou should look for someone else with better aptitude."
Zhou Shaohua’s expression slightly stiffened, perhaps not being able to accept such an outright refusal, but he chose to maintain his composure, giving both sides another chance.
"Miss Fang, no need to decide so hastily, please consider it carefully and give me an answer later. Our sincerity, it is genuine."
Fang Qing was about to speak again, but noticing that the somewhat fragile-hearted Boss Jiang had intervened, no longer playing the role of deaf-mute, and interjected, effectively easing the awkward atmosphere.
"Young Master Zhou, you have to show your sincerity."
Right.
Didn’t even need reminding.
All talk and no action means nothing.
Pretty words are easy to say.
It’s not like we’re naive young girls who can be easily swayed by mere flattering talk?
Zhou Shaohua glanced at Boss Jiang, then got up, proving teachable, yet...
What did he bring?
He actually picked up the tobacco and alcohol from the low table.
What does this mean?
Does he think people didn’t notice and must place it right in front of them.
Or...
Is this his "weighty" sincerity?
"We absolutely won’t shortchange Miss Fang."
If it were anyone else, this might evoke laughter.
