Chapter 82: Detached
While Ray was having a heart to heart talk with his close friend, Ye-Jin had been busy attending a meeting regarding the progress of their expansion plans. She was pleased to know that everything was in order and proceeding smoothly.
Ye-Jin: (smiling) everything looks fine and on track. But that doesn't give us the reason to relax. The expansion process is completed only halfway. We still need to accomplish a lot.
The directors all present nodded their assent. Everyone liked to gain profits and none of them was a fool to not understand that this expansion was going to bury them under profits.
Although they had doubted Ye-Jin's capabilities, in the beginning, they were forced to change their views when she hit them all like a thunderstorm.
Satisfied with their response Ye-Jin dismissed the meeting and walked out with her secretary Matt. She had hired this new secretary while she was in London on her sister's recommendation. She trusted So-ah's judgement when it came to people.
Ye-Jin: (turning to Matt) What is next on my schedule today?
Matt: (adjusting his spectacles) you have got lunch scheduled with Mr Liu from Shanghai at one in the afternoon president.
Ye-Jin: Mr Liu? Who is that? I don't think I agreed to meet any Mr Liu, Matt-
Matt: um... president, this appointment was confirmed by Mr Park on your behalf.
Ye-Jin: (raising an eyebrow) and when did this happen? Also, why wasn't I informed of this beforehand?
Matt couldn't help but shiver. He knew how particular Ye-Jin was with her schedule. But he too was helpless when it came to facing senior Park. He was the formidable ex-president of this same company and his president's father. He gathered his courage before answering.
Matt: It was last night president. Mr Park personally called me to schedule this appointment. He also instructed me to push back all of your other appointments. He told me that he'd personally inform you.
The moment he finished pleading mercy from his boss her phone rang. He felt relieved when he saw that the caller ID belonged to Park senior.
Ye-Jin signed for Matt to leave before answering the call.
Ye-Jin: (complaining) I didn't think you'd mess with my schedule.
Hu-ye: and I'll make it up to you soon but it's important that you meet with Mr Liu.
Ye-Jin: (confused) but why?
Hu-ye: He's a very important person Ye-Jin and he is interested in investing in our company-
Ye-Jin's frown deepened the more she listened. What kind of nonsense was her father spouting this time? Their company was capable of financing others, when did it require financing? She could tell that her father was giving her the hint that this meeting was important and she should not mess it up. She could tell that her father held this Mr Liu on a high pedestal in his heart. He respected that person. She sighed and gave in to her old man's request.
Ye-Jin: ok I'll meet this person, you can rest your worries and I'll be on my best behaviour.
Hu-ye: (satisfied) I knew I could trust you.
Ye-Jin gave a short laugh. Her father trusted her implicitly when it came to his beloved company but he didn't do the same when it came to this Mr Liu. She grew more intrigued and was looking forward to the lunchtime.
After exchanging a few more pleasantries she ended the call.
***
The noon arrived quickly and soon it was time for lunch. She didn't wish to make the other party wait for her so she made sure that she would reach the venue before them. On the way to the restaurant, she received a text from Ray.
'Ray: Join me for lunch?'
'Ye-Jin: Sorry, I can't. I am meeting someone.'
'Ray: who is this person you're meeting that you ever dare to brush off your handsome boyfriend?'
Ye-Jin smiled widely when she read his text. He was her boyfriend. She couldn't still fathom how natural it felt.
'Ye-Jin: It's Mr Liu from Shanghai.'
Ray didn't reply for a long time. Ye-Jin thought that he was held up by something. She turned her phone to silent and put it back in her pockets. She didn't wish to be disturbed during this lunch arranged by her father.
On reaching the scheduled spot she was surprised to find out that the other party had arrived earlier. She felt that something was weird but she couldn't understand what it was. When she opened the door to the private dining room, she was surprised to see a middle-aged man dressed in a crisp black suit calmly brewing tea.
She had thought that her father had arranged for her to meet some old acquaintance of his. Before she could gather her thoughts the man looked up and smiled at her breaking her thoughts.
Mr Liu: Come take a seat, President Park.
Ye-Jin: (bowing) I am sorry I was late Mr Liu.
Mr Liu: (waving her off) It was I who was early. Also, I hope I didn't cause President Park any trouble with my sudden intrusion.
Ye-Jin shook her head in negative. This man emitted a very strong aura. She had met many formidable men but he was different. His sharp features were a huge contrast to his sweet smile. It didn't quite reach his eyes. Ye-Jin was on full alert around him as if one mistake from her would send her straight to death's door.
Mr Liu: would you like some tea President Park?
Ye-Jin: (shaking her head) I am sorry Mr Liu but I don't drink tea.
Mr Liu: (sighing) that's a pity.
Ye-Jin: (politely) Mr Liu, if I may ask why did you insist on meeting me today?
Mr Liu: (smirking) It appears as if President park is not aware of many matters?
Ye-Jin: Which matters is Mr Liu talking about... if I may dare ask-
Mr Liu gave a hearty laugh. He didn't expect the girl to be this clueless as to why he was here. It seemed like his daughter had misjudged the whole situation and panicked in vain. He had to personally fly over to sort things out and bring his son back home. But now it looked as if the things really didn't need any intervention from him. Also, this Park Ye-Jin didn't look like the one to scheme. Although she was a little timid in front him he could tell right away that she was not a timid person in reality. There might be some reason for her to be like this in front of him.
Mr Liu: (happily) why are you this afraid President Park? People say that you're a vicious woman who likes money and treat others like dirt.
Ye-Jin: (frowning) I am not afraid of you Mr Liu. My father respects you, although I don't know why but his wisdom far surpasses mine and it's my duty to be respectful towards my father's guests.
Mr Liu: Oh! So it is like that.
Ye-Jin: (not wasting time) If you don't mind Mr Liu then can I know what was the aim of this meeting?
Mr Liu: I was searching for a bride for my son President Park. I guess I found her in you.
Mr Liu had originally planned to warn this woman to threaten this woman to leave her son but he couldn't quite bring himself to this anymore. She reminded him of his wife back home. He could clearly see what his bratty son liked about her.
Ye-Jin: (smiling) I am sorry to disappoint you, Mr Liu. But my heart already belongs to another, I can't accept this proposal.
Mr Liu: (grinning) Well I prefer to disagree. I can promise that you'll change your mind once you meet my son.
Ye-Jin: (sighing) Mr Liu-
Mr Liu: (holding a hand up to stop her) don't worry President Park, I'll not hold you back from your duties. My son will bee here in a minute. You can tell me about your decision then.
Ye-Jin felt incredulous. How shameless was this person? She could not imagine how shameless his son would be. She already made it clear to him that she wasn't going to marry his brat but he still pushed for her to meet his son. She wanted to glare but she couldn't. She cursed in her mind but kept her expression neutral.
She was mulling in her thoughts when the door to the room was forcefully pushed open. Ye-Jin was surprised to see the person standing breathlessly at the door. She immediately rushed to him face filled with hurry. His face was red and his breathing a little labored.
Ye-Jin: Ray? What happened to you?
Mr Liu was leisurely sipping his tea and didn't bother looking up.
Mr Liu: (nonchalantly) and here comes my son.
Ye-Jin was shocked would be an understatement. She didn't know why Ray had come but she wanted to refute the strange man. She looked towards Ray only to find his face basked in indifference. Her words were stuck in the throat. She was frantically trying to connect the dots.
Mr Liu: (sneering) aren't you going to greet your father... son?
Ray didn't refute his words instead he pushed Ye-Jin behind him protectively. He addressed the old man in a detached tone.
Ray: hello father, I hope you've been well these years
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Sanchi94 Next chapter(s): Ray's past.
I didn't think this chapter would turn out to be this long.
Guess I underestimated my power of dragging things :)
Anyways, enjoy reading.
Chapter 83: Wei Xin
'Liu Wei Xin' might not be a well-known name in the country but the name 'Ray' was etched into the hearts of many who went crazy for just one glimpse of him. He was the heart-throb of many and an immensely popular main vocalist of the country's- scratch that- world's most popular Asian boy-band.
But only a few knew that this member named Ray was, in reality, the eldest young master of the ancient aristocratic family from the Han dynasty surnamed 'Liu.' A descendant from the family of valiant, ruthless and formidable generals. Those people who were fiercely loyal to their ruler and were under the protection of the said throne.
The very first emperor was a close friend of the family's ancestor and thus it had been decreed from the very beginning that all the remaining generation of the emperors had to protect and not lift a single finger on to the Liu family.
If any greedy descendant of the very first emperor made a move on them then the family had the right to overthrow the ruler and enthrone a suitable monarch. Thus, there were very few who dared to go against Liu's.
Moreover, the children of the Liu family were also taught to be loyal to the throne only- not to the ruler. Whoever sat on the seat of the power was their only master. This was enough to ensure the safety of the family for all these centuries.
And coming back to Liu Wei Xin or Ray- as we all know him so far- was the 21st century descendant of this very big- in name and wealth- family, which from their beginning- as mentioned before- had their roots in the military. Thus, they were highly respected in the society back home.
But what was this young master doing as an idol in some small country, leaving behind his fame and fortune- which was presented to him by the time he was in his mother's womb?
Well, the reason was simple and known to only his family his best friend Kai that he had run away from his family at the age of 19 in a fit of absolute despair.
Going back, Liu Wei Xin was born as the eldest son of the current patriarch- head of the Liu family- Liu Jian Yi couple.
His father unlike all his ancestors and uncles had not chosen military and wars, instead had also run away from home at the age of 20 and had established himself as the leading tycoon in the country against the wishes of his father i.e., Ray's grandfather (Well the apple never does fall far from tree, does it?).
He then met a beautiful, elegant, sweet yet sharp and cunning- etc- woman, who shook his heart at first sight. She was none other than the young miss from the Yi family- a rival to the Liu's- Yi Qing. Their love story and marriage till today was celebrated as a great epic in the capital and most youngsters dreamt of having such passionate and ambitious love story for themselves but they weren't Liu Jian Yi and Yi Qing.
After three years of sweet married life Yi Qing fell pregnant and along with it came the news of Liu patriarch's grave health. Jian Yi being the 'filial' son that he was rushed to his father's side, face filled agony and a heart filled with regret.
His father had breathed his last wish to his son and it was for Liu Jian Yi to take over his position as the family head and protect it from all the forces trying to bring it down and keep the pieces from themselves.
Filled with regret Jian Yi had agreed to his father's request and had bid goodbye to the old man who had withered down due to the huge family responsibilities and worry for his son.
From then started the era of Liu Jian Yi, who transformed from being a businessman to the head of the most feared and respected Liu family.
Well, the rest of the story is history as to how he cleaned the family thoroughly of all the termites and became a feared person in the aristocratic circles.
He was fearfully known to be an example-setter because he made painful and pitiful examples out of people who went against him and his family. It was as if his father's death had awakened the great ancient general Liu's ruthless and merciless blood in him.
And his wife, Yi Qing who was cunning from the start stood beside him in every step of life with him. She was a woman who evoked fear and respect in people just from her shadow.
The eldest son of the couple was Liu Wei Xin, he was a docile and obedient child from the beginning. Apart from Wei Xin, the couple had another son Liu Jing who was an actual representation of his ancestor's lineage and he was only a year younger than Wei Xin. Not to forget, Liu Bo was their youngest sister who was currently only nineteen and she took after her mother.
The parents were wise thus, to prevent any kind of future conflict between the siblings they had cultivated a strong sense of morality in the siblings. Nothing came above family for them. There was an unbreakable bond between them.
The Liu couple had only one worry in their seemingly smooth flowing life and it was none other than their eldest son Liu Wei Xin.
He was perfect in every way with only a single flaw and that was; he was too kind and forgiving. In the society where they lived in with people trying to find opportunities to bring their family down, his kind nature was considered to be a foolish weakness.
Wei Xin was just ten when something terrible occurred.
Among the timid wolves who wished to bring their family down, some gained a strand of bravery and attempted to abduct Wei Xin from school.
The little child who was fiercely protected by his parents was unaware of the dangers. He was sort of naive and pitiful. He believed the kidnapper and followed her away from his brother. It was because the kidnapper was none other than Yi Qing's stepsister Yi Mei.
The reason for Yi Mei to do this was simple- she was jealous of Yi Qing and her fortune in life. Well, like any other dog blood drama the innocent kid was dragged unwillingly into the affairs of the elders.
But luckily he was saved soon. The elders also succeeded in detaining the captors.
Yi Qing was furious, she couldn't believe her sister could do something to her child. She didn't waste any time before pulling the tied woman up and giving her a good traditional thrashing. But that wasn't enough to appease her anger. She pulled out a gun from one of the guards nearby and pointed it at Yi Mei's forehead.
Wei Xin knew that her mother was mad about something but he still couldn't understand the reason. Although his aunt had spewed some nonsense in front him- which he could barely understand, he had been scared. He wanted his mother to hug him like always but he was held in his father's arm while his mother went on a wild rampage. He turned to his father with his cute eyes and asked in a meek tone.
Wei Xin: father, why is mom beating aunty?
Jian Yi: aunty tried to hurt you that's why.
Wei Xin: but isn't hurting others wrong? I read in a book 'an eye for an eye' never is the answer. Can you ask mom to stop? Aunty scared me a little but didn't hurt me.
It was then that Liu Jian Yi realised how naive and kind-hearted his son was. But he could not stop his wife either. She would not listen to reason. Sighing he walked out with his son, trying to coax him with some goodies and left Yi Qing to take care of the people.
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Ray: stop. making. me. look. pitiful!!
Me: no baby, you're not pitiful but cute. Smile now, there's still a lot to come.
Ray: I hate you!
Me: yeah, I know :)
This chapter was supposed to be after 'detached' but I really don't understand how it was published in vol. 1.
I noticed it late, so sorry and I am fixing it right now
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