Chapter 624. You Won''t Like Me Anymore When You''re Old


    She spoke with such honesty. Luosang wasnt put off by the fact that she liked Nian Junting, too. How was that your fault? Huang Haoyun and the trantor did you dirty. Its not your fault that you cant read Japanese.


    No, we are still Shengtings legal consultants, after all. Anything that goes wrong with the contracts is our fault. If word got out, our reputation would be badly affected, An Lan said.


    Lawyer An, if there is an audio recording of the conversation between Zeng Lijuan and Yi Jingxi when they struck up a deal, would it be a good enough piece of evidence? Luosang asked with hesitation.


    An Lan was stunned for a second, and then she nodded her head vigorously. If we have the recording and a witness, a witness who can testify against Yi Jingxis feud with your family, we might have a chance.


    We still need a witness?


    Yeah, we need a believable motive. I know Mr. Nian has been closing in on the Yi Group. When Yi Jingxi loses his footing, he wont be able to find a good defense counsel. That will be our best time to act.


    An Lan looked at her with excitement. Do you have any news of the recording? When Mr. Nian found out about Zeng Lijuans boyfriend, we suspected that he had incriminating evidence against Yi Jingxi. We were so frustrated when he got his hands on the boyfriend before we had a chance to talk to him.


    The recording is not with Yi Jingxi, its with Jiang Qifei, Luosang told An Lan simply. I wasnt sure how helpful that recording would be, so I had toe to consult you first.


    You trust me that much? An Lan was shocked. Youre not worried that I will tell Mr. Nian?


    Luosang smiled. You are awyer. You must want to win this case, since you took it on. If you can overturn the ruling on this case, you will be the talk of the town. You will be standing on the pinnacle of your career if we win, Lawyer An.


    Miss Xu, you are quite the sly one. An Lan turned and smiled. Youre telling me all this because youre worried that he wont continue to ask me to take on this case when you guys break up?


    That is one of the reasons. Another reason Im talking to you is that I hope that you will find an opportunity to tell him the truth once I break up with him. Jiang Qifei said that she would only give me the recording after three months. Im not sure who is supporting her, so I must fulfill her conditions. Three months apart is a long time for both me and him. When she lowers her guard, Nian Junting could investigate her and find out how she got hold of the evidence in the first ce. When she hands the recording over to me, thats when we wrap things up and make her pay the price of doing something so despicable.


    Why dont you ask Nian Xi or Xiao Si to do you the favor instead, since it matters so much to you? An Lan was confused. Were just working partners, after all, not even friends.


    Because they need to be conned as well to achieve the best effect. Youre different. We can work together because were not friends. When I get the evidence, you can win thewsuit and gain wealth, reputation, and honor. Its a good deal for you, too.


    Alright, what about the witness? An Lan nodded. Without a witness, it will be difficult to pin down a motive for Yi Jingxis actions.


    Zeng Zhun, Kashiwa. Luosangs lips were quivering. Zeng Zhun is Yi Jingxis personal assistant. What else can be more convincing than that? Kashiwa is his old ssmate and a close friend.


    An Lan shook her head. Maybe Kashiwa, but Zeng Zhun


    Ive encountered Zeng Zhun a few times. Hes not a bad person, and he doesnt agree with the things that Yi Jingxi does. Ive been seeing news of Yi Jingxitely. Zeng Zhun isnt following him around anymore.


    An Lan sputtered. Well, but that wont be enough, right?


    So, we need Junting to sow discord between them. It shouldnt be too difficult for him. Everyone in the Yi Group is switching jobs now. Yi Jingxi will be at his most paranoid.


    Are you sure Nian Junting will still help you? An Lan raised her brows.


    Im not sure. Luosang shrugged. But if he wont help me, Ill figure something out myself. Im talking about our partnership today.


    Sure, I wont lose anything, anyway. An Lan nodded and shook her hand.


    At the Tianhu Vi.


    The evening hues painted the sky, and Nian Junting came home from work. He walked in to see Sister Lan watching television in the living room. He frowned. Its sote. Why havent you made dinner yet?


    Sang is cooking in the kitchen. She wont let me chip in and chased me out, Sister Lan said indignantly as she pointed at the closed-off kitchen.


    Nian Junting was gleeful immediately. He walked over and pushed the door open to see Luosang making fish head tofu stew. The sweetness of the seafood filled the air with an enticing aroma. Yum, smells so good. Nian Junting hugged her from behind and buried his face in her neck.


    Yeah, I just showered and washed my hair. Luosang was about to touch his face when she realized that she hadnt washed her hands yet after touching the tofu.


    Im talking about the fish, not you. Nian Junting hummed lightly. Dont be so full of yourself.


    Luosang put down her hand slowly. She wanted to smack him with the spat.


    Nian Junting nced at the countertop. It was filled with his favorite dishes. Luo, why are you treating me so nice? Its not even my birthday yet. Are you going somece for your job?


    No, I just thought you must be tired after all youve done for my dad. I wanted to treat you to something special to thank you. Luosang looked at him coyly.


    I should be helping our dad. Its just that I havent been making much progress. Nian Junting hugged her and mumbled, Its so strange that the trail seemed to stop here. I just cant seem to find any further evidence. If we really cant figure things out, lets bail your father out on ount of medical treatment outside. We can diagnose him with a psychiatric problem, and he might feel better staying outside the prison.


    Wont that be against your principles? Luosang panicked and said, I asked before, my dads illness is because of his low morale. He wont qualify for bail.


    I cant help it. Im willing to bend my principles for my woman. Nian Juntings arms were still around her. He looked down at her youthful and beautiful face.


    Luosang looked up at him for a while and shook her head. No, I dont want that. You have your own principles. I dont want you to make an exception for me. Youve already done enough for me.


    But


    Junting, my father wants to clear his name, Luosang said. He is the most worried about my mothers opinion of him when she finds out about what happened to him. He cant bear the thought of her despising or mocking him.


    Nian Junting remarked, Your dad is still troubled about love matters even at such an old age.


    Luosang rolled her eyes at him. I know. You wont like me anymore when youre old. I guess you wont be troubled by rtionship matters, then.