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Indeed, even Gu Shaoting himself wasn’t sure when he could return.

However, he had made the worst-case scenario plan. If it really wasn’t possible, he figured he’d have to make a decision.

With He Ming managing things domestically, Gu Shaoting was very assured. He was currently discussing other investments, hoping for success.

After clarifying things with Charlene, they hadn’t been in contact for the past couple of days, and he was quite satisfied with that outcome.

He still had a business relationship with John, and things couldn’t get too sour between them.

He was now eager to return, as he had promised not to miss his child’s upbringing. He hoped he wouldn’t have to eat his words.

Gu Shaoting held a cigarette in his right hand, took a puff, then exhaled gently, the smoke swirling around, making his mood even more restless.

Just then, the phone rang urgently, causing Gu Shaoting to furrow his brow before answering.

“Mr. Gu, it’s bad news. Mr. John wants to cancel the contract and terminate our cooperation,” Secretary Zhang said in a panic, having just received the news and immediately informed Gu Shaoting. He couldn’t understand why such a thing would happen all of a sudden.

Their relationship between Mr. Gu and Mr. John had always been good, right? They were like brothers. Why would Mr. John suddenly want to cancel the contract? What went wrong?

“Don’t panic. Explain clearly. What exactly happened?” Gu Shaoting remained calm, as he always did in the face of major problems. He guessed this was what a successful entrepreneur needed.

“Mr. John’s assistant called to say, based on the difficulties faced by our overseas company, he’s worried about being implicated, so he wants to unilaterally terminate the contract,” Secretary Zhang said cautiously. For Mr. Gu, such news was undoubtedly the last straw.

“I see. Don’t do anything for now. I’ll talk to him later,” Gu Shaoting pursed his lips.

After hanging up, he stood there motionless until dusk fell and the night deepened before returning to his room.

He probably guessed that this matter was related to what happened with Charlene. But he quickly dismissed it. After all, Mr. John wasn’t someone who mixed personal and private matters like that.

He would visit him again tomorrow and see how he reacted.

People were like this—few added to your happiness, but many kicked you when you were down.

The next day, Gu Shaoting courteously called Mr. John and asked to meet him.

Mr. John readily agreed. After all, it was he who had posed this challenge to Gu Shaoting, and his goal was for Gu Shaoting to call him.

Sighing, Mr. John thought over his actions. In fact, what he did was quite unkind. He and Gu Shaoting had such a good relationship, but he resorted to this tactic when he was in trouble.

He hoped Gu Shaoting would agree to his request and fulfill an old father’s wish.

Although this request was somewhat excessive, for the sake of his beloved daughter, he had thrown all conscience aside.

Gu Shaoting once again entered John’s study.

“Please, have a seat, Shaoting,” John said calmly. He knew Gu Shaoting would come.

“Mr. John, could you please tell me why you want to terminate our cooperation?” Gu Shaoting got straight to the point.

“Shaoting, you’re a smart man. You know my terms,” John replied, not one for beating around the bush.

“Are you suggesting, Mr. John, that I divorce and marry your wealthy daughter?” Gu Shaoting reiterated, genuinely concerned he might have misunderstood.

“Yes, Shaoting, I hope you’ll seriously consider it. It’s a win-win situation for both of us,” John said meaningfully.