enjoyebooks Chapter 873 - 584: A Grand Gesture
Chapter 873 - 584: A Grand Gesture
"I accept your apology! Next time, play it cool when you’re out. In this world, there’s no shortage of talents!" Zhang Yang pursed his lips and pretended to be indifferent, feeling quite pleased inside.
"Yes, yes, yes, today we ran into a tough opponent, we’ll definitely heed Teacher Zhang Yang’s guidance!!" Xu Cheng nodded repeatedly in agreement.
"Alright then, our fishing duel is settled! You were the one who said you’d cover the fishing fees!" Zhang Yang nodded slightly, feeling quite satisfied with Xu Cheng’s attitude.
"No problem, it’s just a little money! Offending a master is indeed unforgivable. Not only will I cover your fishing fees, but I’ll also take care of lunch and dinner! We didn’t know each other until we fought, so give me a chance to make amends, will you?" Xu Cheng patted his chest, taking responsibility and seizing the chance to cozy up.
"No need for that! Meals and accommodation weren’t part of the deal, we’ll handle those ourselves!" Zhang Yang waved his hand, decisively refusing.
Xu Cheng almost jumped in anxiety: "Come on, can’t you just see it as giving a buddy a chance to apologize? I’ve been fishing for so long, and I have the most respect for fishing experts! Fishing influencers like you, who are strong and famous, are people I usually can’t even meet. Now that we finally ran into each other, please give me a chance to get to know you better!"
In ancient China, there’s an idiom that says it’s hard to refuse such enthusiasm, and Zhang Yang was currently in this situation with Xu Cheng.
Although a rich second-generation might be arrogant and domineering, their parents’ social experiences instilled in them still far surpass those of ordinary people from a young age.
If it were an adult from an average family, out of personal dignity or face, after losing a fishing duel, they might fulfill the bet and then leave awkwardly at most.
What about Xu Cheng? After confirming Zhang Yang’s identity as a big shot, he handled the situation very smoothly. He admitted his loss, fulfilled the bet, and after that, they got to know each other, showing an attitude to increase his sincerity in making friends, making it hard for Zhang Yang to refuse.
I’m giving you face, fulfilling the bet, and just want to get to know you as friends, isn’t that reasonable?
It’s indeed not unreasonable, and given the sincerity displayed, Zhang Yang found it difficult to refuse. You don’t hit people who smile at you; refusing to give any face could make things awkward.
"Alright, alright, I’ll humbly accept your offer then!" Zhang Yang couldn’t resist the other’s insistence and finally agreed.
"Hehe, great! Thank you, Teacher Zhang, for the face. You guys enjoy yourselves here; I’ll have Old Zheng arrange lunch right away! You don’t need to worry about a thing!"
Xu Cheng didn’t continue fishing, made a brief nod, and jogged off with his lackey, Da Bing, towards Old Zheng’s house. Though he had a lackey to run errands, Xu Cheng personally oversaw things; truly a rich kid with keen insight.
After Xu Cheng and Da Bing had gone far, Xiao Wei and YOYO glanced disdainfully at their backs. Xiao Wei murmured, "We won the fishing duel, so why keep entangling with them? Especially that lackey, his gaze is so strange, so annoying!"
Zhang Yang grinned: "Look at your small-mindedness, it’s not like we hold grudges. They admitted defeat and showed appropriate attitude, so we can’t just cut them off entirely, can we?"
Xiao Wei: "Not long ago, they were making lewd jokes at Yoyo, and we’re just letting it go? Good thing Wang Yan didn’t come with us, or he would’ve beaten those bastards up already!"
Zhang Yang shook his head: "Don’t forget, we’re still recording videos! Since they’re willing to resolve misunderstandings and reconcile, we naturally have to show our stance!"
"What stance? That they must be forgiven just because they apologized for their mistakes?" Xiao Wei pouted, still stubbornly holding her ground.
As Zhang Yang’s girlfriend, Xiao Wei was still struggling to accept this explanation. It wasn’t that she felt it was inappropriate, but she was upset that her good friend was wronged.
As a team on a shooting mission, YOYO was quite sensible. However, the more YOYO acted like this, the more Xiao Wei felt that she shouldn’t let YOYO suffer any injustice. When the time came to speak up, she had to speak up, which led to the previous conversation.
Just then, Xiao Yi, who hadn’t spoken, approached: "Sis-in-law, the boss’s explanation isn’t accurate. You should think of it like this: We’re out shooting a skit, and we want quality content. I think today’s material is pretty great. How much would it cost you to find such professional actors to play along with us!"
After Xiao Yi said this, Zhang Yang nodded repeatedly, agreeing: "Xiao Yi’s right! YOYO was indeed wronged, but we’ll make it up to her later. As for the public scene, we’ll handle it like this! Consider it as sacrificing for art!"
"Bah..." Xiao Wei blushed slightly and spat the words softly, but her tone and attitude softened entirely, signaling her acceptance of the plan.
On the other side, Xu Cheng and Da Bing strolled leisurely away from the fishing spot. When they reached a secluded area, Da Bing’s smile faded away.
"Young Master Xu, we’re fulfilling our bet, but why do we have to kiss up to Zhang Yang now? We’ve already offended them thoroughly, especially the girl in yellow. I didn’t hold back when mocking them before, so what are you up to with this?"
Xu Cheng glanced at Da Bing: "You, you’re good at putting on appearances, but your brain is still a bit slow! The other party’s a big influencer with over a million followers; do you think they’re just a bag of air? Just this morning’s fishing information, I ask you, isn’t it mysterious?"