C98 He Did Not Know What Was Good for Him!

Pei Qiuyu had long since lost interest in continuing the conversation with him. She planned to make up an excuse to avoid meeting him later that evening.

However, out of politeness, when he reached out to shake hands, she reciprocated the gesture.

Just as Zhang Guang was inwardly rejoicing, ready to make the most of the handshake, a large, forceful hand suddenly intervened, gripping his own.

Zhang Guang scowled at the newcomer, barking, "Who are you, and what kind of manners are those?"

The newcomer responded coolly, "I should be asking you the same question. Are you being polite?"

Pei Qiuyu, taken aback by the arrival, blurted out, "Honey, what are you doing here?"

Upon realizing it was Pei Qiuyu's husband, Zhang Guang's expression soured.

Lin Xuan offered a smile and casually remarked, "I was just passing by."

He then turned to Zhang Guang, inquiring, "So you're the head of H Corporation?"

Zhang Guang, with a stern look, corrected him, "The correct term is CEO! What about it?"

"Nothing much, just that you seem rather dull," Lin Xuan retorted with an icy edge.

Fuming, Zhang Guang tried to wrench his hand free, but Lin Xuan's grip was unyielding, like iron, immobilizing his hand completely.

"Ouch, let go... release me!"

Zhang Guang's fingers felt as if they were on the verge of snapping, and he yelped in pain, "Release me now, or I'm calling security!"

Lin Xuan's smile was faint. "Go ahead and call. Let's see who security decides to apprehend."

Pei Qiuyu, eager to avoid a scene, interjected, "Honey, please let him go."

Lin Xuan released his hold, facing Zhang Guang with an undisturbed demeanor.

Wincing, Zhang Guang shot Lin Xuan a furious look and spat out, "Do you not care about your wife's prospects?"

"I was about to offer her a job, but your intrusion has thrown everything into disarray. Can you handle the consequences?"

Hearing this, Pei Qiuyu hesitated before addressing Lin Xuan, "Honey, we were discussing work. Could you please step outside for a moment?"

Lin Xuan chuckled and remarked, "If it's work-related, everything is transparent and legitimate. There's no need for me to step aside."

With that, he took a seat right beside Pei Qiuyu.

Zhang Guang watched Lin Xuan cozy up to the beauty, his demeanor suggesting something more, and felt a clawing jealousy in his chest. He was on the verge of success when this irritating man interrupted, leaving him seething with frustration.

Zhang Guang let out a cold laugh and taunted, "I know who you are. You're the Pei family's son-in-law, right? The one whose reputation for living off his wife's earnings has spread far and wide."

"You rely on your wife to provide for you, and now you're hindering her job search. When your family ends up out in the cold, don't blame me for my lack of sympathy."

Zhang Guang had no regard for Lin Xuan's dignity. In his view, Lin Xuan was nothing more than a worthless son-in-law, and driving him away would fulfill his objective.

Lin Xuan responded with a scoff, giving Zhang Guang an impassive stare. This old fool clearly lacked wisdom.

Zhang Guang, mistaking Lin Xuan's silence for defeat, sneered even more contemptuously, "Look here, what's your name again? If you can't be of help to Qiuyu, stop holding her back. If you were any good, Qiuyu wouldn't be job hunting, would she?"

Lin Xuan let out a cold huff. "You sure don't hold back, do you? Calling 'Qiuyu' this and 'Qiuyu' that. Why so familiar when referring to my wife?"

Undeterred, Zhang Guang went on to ridicule, "If I were in your shoes, I'd do anything—even pick up trash or sweep the streets. Heck, a security guard job would be a step up. How do you live with yourself, mooching off your wife all day?"

Pei Qiuyu, clearly offended, interjected, "Director Zhang, my husband plays a crucial role in our household. He manages many things, so I'd appreciate it if you showed him some respect."

"Furthermore, we're not on close terms, so I'd prefer it if you addressed me by my full name, Pei Qiuyu."

"Aiyo... Tsk, tsk, tsk..." Zhang Guang laughed dismissively, shaking his head. "I never imagined you'd consider your good-for-nothing husband a prized possession. He handles a lot of things, does he? Like mopping, cooking, or washing dishes?"

He couldn't contain his laughter as he said, "Qiuyu, there's no need to defend him. If he truly can't land a job, my company is actually looking for janitors. Out of respect for you, I'll consider him for an interview."

"But honestly, I can't fathom what you see in this guy. He's a deadbeat without a job. Why haven't you divorced him yet?"

Pei Qiuyu's brows knitted in frustration, but before she could respond, Lin Xuan beside her rose to his feet and offered a serene smile. "Director Zhang, that's not how you treat people."

"If you can't behave properly, you're no better than an animal!"

With those words, Lin Xuan calmly lifted his coffee cup and doused Zhang Guang's face with it.

"Ah! You!!"

Zhang Guang yelped from the scalding splash.

Pei Qiuyu gasped in shock, quickly grabbing a napkin and moving to dab at Zhang Guang's face.

But Lin Xuan caught her hand.

She looked at him and saw him shake his head with composed assurance.

Zhang Guang's face was now a fiery red from the coffee, his suit completely soaked.

"Waiter! Get over here now!" Zhang Guang cried out, clutching his face.

The waiter dashed over, stunned by the sight, and hurried to assist Zhang Guang.

Fuming, Zhang Guang bellowed at Lin Xuan, "You're finished! I swear I'm going to destroy you!"

He then furiously dialed a number on his phone.

"Get over here! I'm at the coffee shop in the business plaza. Yes! Bring more people! I'm going to beat this insolent pauper to a pulp!"

Witnessing Zhang Guang rallying his troops, a terrified Pei Qiuyu rushed to apologize, "Director Zhang, I am so sorry. My husband just acted on impulse. Please, don't do anything rash..."

Zhang Guang's anger erupted: "To hell with it! If I don't teach him a lesson today, he won't realize his own worth! I'll make sure he ends up with broken arms and legs!"

Pei Qiuyu, panic-stricken, quickly urged Lin Xuan towards the exit.

"Quick, go find a place to hide. I'll plead with Director Zhang once more. You need to leave now!"

Lin Xuan appeared nonchalant as he responded, "Honey, if he wants to call for backup, let him. It's no big deal."

Pei Qiuyu's brows knit together in frustration as she retorted, "But he's the head of H Corporation, with connections in both the legitimate and underworld circles of A City! It's one thing for me not to get the job, but we can't afford for you to get into trouble!"

Lin Xuan coolly replied, "Zhang Guang is just a small fry; I hardly consider him a threat."

"Just a small fry?!"

Pei Qiuyu was on the verge of losing her temper.

Why did he have to boast at a time like this?

H Corporation was a major player in A City. They might not be at the very top, but they certainly ranked within the top ten.

Her own Pei family was nothing compared to them; they weren't even fit to shine their shoes!

With this in mind, Pei Qiuyu's face flushed with anger as she snapped at Lin Xuan, "If you don't leave right now, I'm going to be really upset! Get out of here; I'll handle things!"

Lin Xuan wanted to protest, but seeing Pei Qiuyu's genuine anger, he had no choice but to comply and exit the café.

He couldn't believe it. A nobody company owner had the audacity to challenge him?

What's worse, Pei Qiuyu was worried about him being at a disadvantage. Little did she know, her husband was the one with the real power!

Lin Xuan was tempted to reveal the truth to Pei Qiuyu, but knowing her temperament, he decided against it.

Stepping out of the café, Lin Xuan immediately pulled out his phone and dialed Wang Baifa.

"Find out everything you can about H Corporation, especially who they're partnering with on projects!"