C20 Help Your Wife Deal with You

Xu Youcai's expression froze in an instant.

He fixed his gaze on Lin Yuan, too frightened to speak. But he quickly snapped out of it. His schemes were only known to his confidants—how could Lin Yuan possibly be aware of them? He probably guessed he was just bluffing.

"I'm not in the mood to reprimand you today. Why are you still standing there? Go fetch the wine I've prepared for our distinguished guest."

Xu Youcai's sudden laughter was so out of character that it made the onlookers instinctively step back. What's gotten into Director Xu?

"Today's not the day for such discussions. We'll have plenty of time to talk shop later. You've come a long way and must be weary. I've gone out of my way to select a fine red wine for your enjoyment."

With that, Xu Youcai raised his glass and downed it in one go.

Lin Yuan's eyes turned icy and piercing.

You've brought this on yourself; don't blame anyone else.

He was pondering how to persuade the partners to accept his terms when Xu Youcai unwittingly presented him with an opportunity.

"Perhaps you should drink this bottle yourself."

He grabbed the drugged wine and set it down forcefully in front of Xu Youcai, his voice resonating clearly.

All eyes were drawn to him.

"This guy must be tired of his job."

"The president's husband is crossing a line. We've spent so long preparing for today's banquet. If we upset the partners, we're in for trouble."

"It's a shame. How could the president be married to someone like this?"

Whispers spread among the company staff.

The partners' brows furrowed, their expressions sour. They were already displeased about this visit, and now someone was causing a scene at the banquet.

Selina, however, was not upset. On the contrary, she was fixated on Lin Yuan, her eyes brimming with curiosity.

More than just a beautiful heir to her family, Selina was also fluent in Huaxia, a fact unknown to many.

She had heard every word between Lin Yuan and Xu Youcai, and it was clear to her that something was amiss with the wine.

"What are you implying?"

Xu Youcai's heart raced with fear, his breaths quick and shallow, yet he still bellowed as if he stood on the side of justice.

"Do you have the guts to take a sip of this wine? If you do, I'll apologize right here and now."

Xu Youcai wouldn't dare. The wine was laced with a drug meant for women, and if a man like him drank it, the side effects would be inevitable. Plus, if he drank now, the drug's effects would soon become embarrassingly apparent.

"What are you all staring at? Call security and get Lin Yuan out of here. It's clear to me now; he's here just to stir up trouble. I'm going to speak with the president and have him fired."

Xu Youcai turned to his subordinates and bellowed the command.

He couldn't afford to drink the wine; he had worked hard for this chance and was determined to make Selina drink it, regardless of the risks involved.

"Let's see if the security at Dihao Hotel has the nerve to lay a finger on me today."

Lin Yuan sneered with contempt.

The head of Dihao Hotel had been briefed by Lin Yuan himself. Even if Lin Yuan decided to demolish the place, no one inside would dare to object.

As expected, the staff hurried to summon the security. But upon recognizing Lin Yuan, the guard's face blanched, and he turned tail without a moment's hesitation.

Witnessing this, Xu Youcai was thrown into utter panic. He sat rigidly in his chair, fists clenched, unable to utter a single word.

"You had your chance before, but you failed to appreciate it. Now, you can explain yourself to everyone else."

Lin Yuan's face was etched with a serene smile as he casually uncorked the bottle and poured himself a drink.

"What are you implying? If you're trying to edge me out, I might as well leave now. Why go to such lengths?"

Xu Youcai was petrified. The substance in the wine could easily be detected by any professional agency. How could he dare to let the authorities investigate? In a feigned rage, he tried to grab the bottle with the intent to smash it and obliterate the evidence.

But Lin Yuan wasn't about to let him get away with it so easily. He swiftly delivered a kick.

"You dare try to destroy evidence? Today, I'm going to teach you a lesson on behalf of my wife. Someone like you doesn't deserve to be in this company. Just sit tight and wait for the authorities to arrive."

Xu Youcai stood no chance against Lin Yuan, collapsing to the floor utterly defenseless. The other employees, frozen with fear, remained silent, not daring to utter a single word.

Who would have imagined that Lin Yuan, once dismissed as worthless, would have the audacity to strike someone in broad daylight, displaying such ferocity?

"You think you can reprimand me on the company's behalf? Are you aware that I was personally recruited by Liu Luoying for a hefty salary? If Bai Shuang hears about this incident, I'm curious to see whether she'll divorce you or fire me."

Lin Yuan had long harbored contempt for this man. Approaching with disdain, he delivered a swift kick.

"If it weren't for my wife, do you really think you'd be in a position to speak to me? Don't delude yourself; I'm well aware of your game."

His anger growing, Lin Yuan unleashed another kick, sending Xu Youcai into unconsciousness, his eyes rolling back.

A collective gasp escaped the crowd; the men present instinctively crossed their legs, witnessing the brutality.

"He's too vicious, especially in front of a VIP. This could very well ruin our partnership."

"How are we going to explain this to the president? There goes our Sales Department's year-end bonus."

"Could Director Xu have tampered with the wine? What else could explain his terror?"

The Sales Department wasn't entirely clueless. Observing Xu Youcai's pallor, they sensed trouble and began whispering among themselves with caution.

"I apologize for exposing you to such an unpleasant scene. We seem to have a rogue element in our midst."

Lin Yuan addressed Selina once more, this time in Mandarin.

Surprised, Selina looked up, her large, expressive eyes widening further.

"How did you know I would understand?"

"Your gaze gave you away. Everyone else is puzzled by my confrontation with him, but you remained composed. Besides, it's a tradition for the heirs of the William family to master the Huaxia language."

Lin Yuan responded with a warm smile, casually gesturing towards the tattoo on Selina's wrist—the William family crest.

"You're quite the enigma, intriguing to no end."

"Unfortunately, I'm already married."

Lin Yuan flashed a smile and eased back half a step, just sidestepping Selina's approach. But he couldn't deny that she was the epitome of allure—a woman whose charm few men could withstand.