Flash Marriage: He is a Wife-pampering Addict-Chapter 2016 - 2015 Negotiation

Although Jin Fengjiao spoke reluctantly, she apologized to Jing Xiaocha, despite having said earlier that she would not apologize.

It was no different from hitting herself in the face.

Jing Xiaocha looked at Wen Jin, asking with her eyes whether she should accept Jin Fengjiao’s apology.

After hearing so much from Wen Jin, Jing Xiaocha already understood that Wen Jin did not necessarily want to sue them if this negotiation could secure enough benefits for her.

Then Wen Jin would be willing to settle privately.

"Xiaocha, since Miss Jin has so sincerely apologized to you, why don’t you be the bigger person and not fuss with her? If you have any requests, just say them."

Wen Jin slowly released Jing Xiaocha’s hand, sat back down, picked up the coffee in front of him, and took a leisurely sip.

Hearing his words made Jin Fengjiao feel like spitting out a mouthful of blood.

But she bit her lip fiercely and remained silent.

Jin Zheyu finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Although Man Tianxue had been thoroughly ignored all along, seeing Wen Jin ease up also made her breathe a sigh of relief.

As long as Jing Xiaocha was willing to settle out of court, this matter would be much easier to handle.

Jing Xiaocha originally wanted to defend her rights and prove she hadn’t plagiarized, purely to fight for justice.

But now, being asked to name her conditions, she couldn’t quite think of what to request, and furrowed her brows slightly.

Wen Jin observed her dilemma and pondered for a moment. Then he spoke calmly, "Xiaocha, have you thought it through?"

Jing Xiaocha blinked blankly.

Wen Jin smiled gently, "How about you take your time. If I miss anything, you can add it later."

The implication was that he would negotiate on her behalf.

"Brother Wen, why don’t you decide for me then."

In these matters, Jing Xiaocha knew she was not as skilled as Wen Jin.

Having Wen Jin negotiate would definitely secure greater benefits, although Jing Xiaocha’s intention wasn’t to exploit the other party.

But she also couldn’t let the other side think they could push her around without any demands.

Jin Fengjiao’s eyes flashed with disdain, but she didn’t dare to verbally mock Jing Xiaocha.

Wen Jin’s gaze calmly swept over the few people opposite.

He spoke slowly, "Didn’t Young Master Jin just say that if Xiaocha was willing, you could decide to adapt one of her novels into a TV series, with her as the screenwriter?"

"Yes."

Jin Zheyu nodded without hesitation, of course willing to help Jing Xiaocha.

Jing Xiaocha’s eyes flickered slightly.

Hearing Wen Jin’s words, a warmth seemed to flow through her heart, warming her entire being.

"Can Young Master Jin really make the decision? Won’t you ask Xiaocha to add some lowbrow scenes?"

The corners of Wen Jin’s mouth curled into a mocking smile.

Jin Zheyu’s face turned momentarily ugly, his tone slightly stiff, "No, I can make the decision."

"Alright, let this be Miss Jin’s compensation for hurting Xiaocha, Xiaocha is a kind-hearted girl, her willingness to settle is already the biggest concession."

The implication being that if Jin Zheyu issued an empty promise, they would still proceed with a lawsuit.

Jin Zheyu glanced at Jin Fengjiao’s ugly expression and promised, "Rest assured, President Wen, I can make the decision."

Wen Jin nodded. This was not all the conditions, as Man Tianxue and Li Minxu also had to pay the price.

Seeing Wen Jin’s gaze, Man Tianxue and Li Minxu both felt a jolt of tension.

"President Wen."

Li Minxu forced a flattering smile, looking at Wen Jin.

A cold glint flashed in Wen Jin’s eyes, "Not to mention selling Xiaocha’s outline without her consent, if you harmed her that night, the physical and emotional damage should be compensated... not much, just one million will do."

"One million?"

Li Minxu’s heart felt stabbed with pain.

Wen Jin raised an eyebrow slightly, "If you think one million doesn’t express your sincerity, two million will work too."

Li Minxu’s face turned pale, "Of course not, of course not, President Wen, could it be a little less? I really can’t come up with that much money."

This time he suffered a big loss, Jin Fengjiao’s assignment paid him only 200,000.

Yet, President Wen was demanding a million like a lion’s mouth.

This was practically extortion.

"If it weren’t for Xiaocha’s kindness, unwilling to make things difficult for you, the compensation would far exceed this amount. Or do you believe your reputation and future aren’t worth a million? If so, I wouldn’t mind letting your infamy spread far and wide."

Wen Jin’s words were cold and unquestionable, filled with authority.

If he didn’t have enough evidence in hand to win them in court, he wouldn’t be sitting here negotiating with them.

"Li Minxu, President Wen is right. For the damage you caused Xiaocha, demanding a million in compensation is already minimal. Others might not know if you have it, but I surely know."

Jin Zheyu’s words silenced Li Minxu’s refutation.

Hesitantly, he asked, "If I compensate a million, will this matter be settled? Young Master Jin, will you forgive me this once?"

He was still counting on future cooperation and benefits from the Jin Family.

It was said that Jin Zheyu not only convinced his parents to settle privately with Jing Xiaocha this time but also took Jin Fengjiao’s rights. Originally, Jin Zheyu was the heir of Star Summer Film and Television.

Now, Li Minxu had to rely on Jin Zheyu.

Jin Zheyu snorted coldly, no longer looking at Li Minxu.

"The emotional damage you caused Xiaocha is invaluable, so compensating some money is giving face to Young Master Jin."

Wen Jin finally looked at Man Tianxue.

Before he could speak, Man Tianxue proactively said, "President Wen, I also wish to compensate Miss Jing one million, as restitution."

"Xiaocha, do you have any other requests?"

Wen Jin turned his gaze to Jing Xiaocha, asking in a gentle tone.

"I have no other requests, Brother Wen, I’ll listen to you."

Wen Jin smiled faintly, "Then let’s leave it at that for now; once your commitments are fulfilled, we’ll naturally withdraw the lawsuit."

Originally, Jin Zheyu wanted them to withdraw the lawsuit immediately, but with Wen Jin speaking first, his words were stuck in his throat instead.

His gaze at Jing Xiaocha was filled with guilt.

That day when he left, he promised to seek justice for Jing Xiaocha, yet now he brought people to negotiate with her, asking her to settle privately.

This violated his promise from that day.

Jin Zheyu feared that Jing Xiaocha would resent him and never speak to him again.

"Xiaocha, I’ll call you once I’ve drafted the contract."

Thinking of something, Jin Zheyu quickly added.

Jing Xiaocha nodded and softly replied, "Mm."

Wen Jin raised his hand to glance at the time on his wrist, "I’ll take you home first, then I need to rush to the factory."

Just as Jing Xiaocha was about to speak, Jin Zheyu across from them spoke first, "President Wen, you go ahead, I’ll take Xiaocha home."

"No trouble, I’ll ride with Brother Wen."

Jing Xiaocha unhesitatingly declined Jin Zheyu, ignoring the awkwardness on his face, and left the café with Wen Jin.