The room fell silent. Gu'er knew Xiao Li was finished, but she felt no sympathy.
"Secretary Yuan, I was wrong. Please spare me! You District Chief, Brother Chen, Manager Shang, please put in a good word for me. I'll never do it again."
Xiao Li wailed. 'Why did I have to be the unlucky one?'
"Shut up. Is this your place to speak? Whatever Secretary Yuan says, goes. One more word and you can get the hell out," the You District Chief roared.
Xiao Li shivered in fear and didn't dare to make another sound.
"You District Chief, control your man. If this person has any thoughts of revenge, if anything happens to young Gu'er, or if anyone gives her trouble, I will hold you solely responsible."
Secretary Yuan added, for he had seen the hateful look in Xiao Li's eyes.
"Yes, yes, rest assured. He wouldn't dare. If he dares to harbor any ill intentions, I'll have someone finish him."
The You District Chief nodded and smiled obsequiously.
