Siheyuan: I am a trader in both worlds!

Chapter 339 I'm Afraid Too

In Xia Yiyi's opinion, Ximen Lang has really gone mad!

He actually thought he would speak rudely to those guys just because of the equipment of a mere battalion!
And Bai Ling too, look how nervous she is, she actually has the same idea as Ximen Lang!
Aren't you kidding me?!

Because of information asymmetry, Ximen Lang was unaware of the situation and assumed that he didn't know who those elders were. That's fine with him thinking that way!
You, with your thick eyebrows and big eyes, actually think that way too!
Without saying a word, Xia Yiyi, who was almost speechless from Bai Ling's antics, immediately rolled her eyes at Bai Ling, as if to say, "Are you sick?"

Bai Ling was completely stunned by what she saw.

Then, Xia Yiyi directly stated her attitude.

“Since they are our elders, how can we only have one N701? It's not enough to accommodate everyone! In my opinion, we need to get a few more, otherwise it won't show our respect and love for our elders!”

As for the equipment of that battalion.
Are you kidding me?
He was a great hero who restored the country and saved the entire nation!

Let alone the equipment of a mere heavy combined arms battalion, even if there were another one!
So what?

How could she possibly be reluctant?!

So, she had never been so speechless before, and Xia Yiyi immediately expressed her opinion.

After this little incident, Bai Ling and Lao Luo finally realized just how outrageous they had been.

Yes, why do you have to doubt the charm of those people?
What, according to you, future generations won't respect or love these elders?

Are you kidding me? !

The fact that Ximen Lang reacted so readily upon learning the gifts were for certain individuals—not only did he immediately abandon his beloved car, but he also included a battalion's worth of equipment in the gift—is enough to infer the behavior of people in later generations.
This is especially true of the respect and affection that ordinary people have for these individuals!

To the point of fanaticism!

Taking advantage of Ximen Lang's praise of Xia Yiyi for being generous and handling the matter well, Bai Ling quickly put her hands together and sincerely apologized to Xia Yiyi.

"I'm sorry, I was being petty and narrow-minded! I apologize to you, I sincerely apologize for my shortsightedness, please forgive me!"

To show her respect, Bai Ling even bowed to Xia Yiyi.

The sincerity of bowing deeply at a 90-degree angle immediately dispelled all of Xia Yiyi's unhappiness.

After this little incident, the slightly tense atmosphere in the room visibly eased.

Especially the seemingly antagonistic relationship between Bai Ling and Xia Yiyi, who were always at odds, changed so drastically that Ximen Lang was completely dumbfounded.

It really does have a sense of forgetting past grievances with a smile!
After a relieved smile, Xia Yiyi's words immediately became sincere.

"Actually, you don't need to be so polite. Yes, it seems like you've benefited greatly from our trade so far, as if you've gotten a huge advantage. But in reality, we haven't lost out either. It's just a matter of everyone getting what they want. As for these carts, compared to the equipment of this entire battalion, and the immense wealth we've earned, they're at most just a drop in the ocean."

"This isn't just one, it's..."

With a disgusted shove, he shoved the extremely unsightly and camera-polluting Ximen Lang aside.

Xia Yiyi couldn't help but giggle as she watched.

Then, Xia Yiyi continued, "So, you really don't need to be so polite with me. Also, if you really feel bad and really have to thank us, please put in a good word for me and mention my good points. Please believe me, I really have no ill intentions."

"Do you even need to tell me? Of course I know you mean me no harm."

With a casual swipe, he swept away Ximen Lang, who had no sense of right and wrong and was prone to making wild assumptions.

And immediately made a guarantee.
"Don't worry, I will definitely pass on your message!"

"And that's it."

Xia Yi glanced at Ximen Lang, who was looking somewhat frustrated because he couldn't get a word in edgewise, and continued.

"Please pay close attention to strengthening his security. Of course, it must be stated in advance that even if you argue until the sky is blown out of the blue, I will absolutely not agree to sending him to conduct research at the grassroots level!"

"Especially since you completely disregarded us in this matter, without even consulting us, and made a decision in just a few words without even giving us a heads-up! This makes us feel slighted, and even angry!"

"But there's nothing I can do, I can't persuade you, and I can't control him! So, you'd better pay more attention! If an entire battalion's worth of equipment is lost, it's lost. I'll prepare another set for you. But!"

"The selection of security personnel must be extremely careful. We must choose the best of the best, finding trustworthy and reliable comrades! This matter cannot be taken lightly, otherwise..."

This is a real warning!

Furthermore, their opinions were indeed not taken into account when this decision was made, and the way things were handled was truly unethical.
With Lao Luo's approval, Bai Ling directly and decisively expressed her opinion.

"You can rest assured about this! I won't say anything like I'll offer my head in vain if anything goes wrong! Just one thing: the security forces around him are in no way inferior to those of the top leader!"

"No, it's even more extravagant than the security forces around the leader! With your strong support, I assure you with my life that there will be absolutely no problems during this investigation!"

Isn't it?
The level of security surrounding Ximen Lang is comparable to that of an ancient prince traveling in.

If we take combat strength into account...
Come on, call the American president over and have him bring his entire security detail. Let's have a showdown and see whose security force is superior!
Therefore, there was absolutely no possibility of any problems. Bai Ling immediately assured Xia Yiyi with her authority.

Another conflict that lay between the two worlds was resolved through this conversation between Bai Ling and Xia Yi, immediately easing the tense atmosphere.

They chatted about everything under the sun, having a wonderful and lively time.

Seeing that the atmosphere had reached this point, Bai Ling tentatively spoke up.

"Yiyi, although a complete opening up and open communication is definitely not possible for the time being, we should still continue to have in-depth exchanges!"

"Really, I'm not lying to you at all. The Type 022 missile boat is extremely important to us! So, if possible, could you sell it to us?"

"Of course, it would be even better if the purchase conditions could be relaxed a bit more!"

Seeing that Bai Ling was so cautious about the complete openness between the two sides, and so wary of the future, he was surprised.

Shaking her head, Xia Yiyi said with utmost sincerity.

"Actually, it's not just you who's afraid of being completely open and having honest communication; we're afraid too."

(End of this chapter)