"Chief Special Assistant to the Mo Consortium President?" Kerry's legs were shaking. "You mean the newly appointed female Chief Special Assistant?"
Julia Yu smiled. "That's me."
Kerry sat on the ground in utter despair.
What kind of bad luck was this!
Where did he get the confidence to think he could conquer a woman like her?
He must be crazy, absolutely crazy!
The others nearby were visibly shaken as well.
Oh my god, they'd heard what happened to Lisa Li after she angered Julia Yu—she was forced to marry a man who had humiliated her!
Tonight...
It's over, it's all over. There's nothing good waiting for them now.
Seeing the night's drama come to a close, Stephen Song spoke up, "It's getting late. Glad you all had fun, but we'll be leaving now."
Julia Yu stood up with a smile and said, "If the Huo Family has any concerns or feedback, just come to me. My assistant will arrange an appointment. Goodbye!"
With that, the two of them left together.
Everyone in the room looked at each other, at a loss for words.
"Uh, Tina, I just remembered I have something to do, so I'll head out first!"
"Tina, my parents said our curfew is now ten o'clock, so I have to leave too!"
"Tina, sorry, my girlfriend is calling me. I need to hurry home!"
"Tina, the weather's nice tonight, seems perfect to go home and relax. I'm leaving too!"
...
One after another, everyone made their excuses to leave—even Kerry shakily got up to go.
Tina Huo was instantly furious: "All of you, not a single one of you has any backbone!"
"Tina, if you're so brave, why don't you stand up to them? Can the Huo Family really withstand pressure from the Mo Consortium? I've heard that President Mo has punished plenty of branch managers for Chief Assistant Yu. If anyone in the branch disrespected her, they were fired immediately! That's Chief Assistant Yu!" Several people chimed in, "My family's not rich enough to risk trouble. If my parents knew I dared to offend Chief Assistant Yu today, they'd kill me. You believe that?"
Tina Huo refused to back down, stubbornly saying, "Hmph, I'm not afraid of her! If you want to leave, go ahead! Just don't stick around and annoy me!"
After Tina Huo said that, none of the others hesitated—they all hurriedly left the resort that very night.
As Kerry was leaving, out of consideration for his past partnership with Tina Huo, he warned her: "You'd better tell your family about this, or your parents might break your legs too."
With that, Kerry left, trembling with fear.
Tina Huo angrily kicked the trash can at the door.
How could that woman be Julia Yu?
She's a total troublemaker!
After Julia Yu and Stephen Song returned to their cabin, Julia couldn't help but laugh out loud.
"All these years, it's my first time bullying kids like this," Stephen Song said with a smile to Julia Yu. "But doing it once in a while is actually pretty fun."
Julia Yu replied, "Me too. It's been a long time since I bullied kids like this. But this kid really needs a lesson. Still, I believe after tonight, her family will teach her how to behave."
Even though Tina Huo stubbornly refused to tell her family, the Huo Family still found out quickly.
When the Huo Family heard their daughter had recklessly offended the Chief Special Assistant of the Mo Consortium, it felt like their world was collapsing.
If it weren't too late at night to visit, the Huo Family would have dragged Tina Huo over to apologize to Julia Yu right then and there!
Even so, the Huo Family rushed to Tina Huo's cabin that night and scolded her for three hours straight.
Mrs. Huo clutched her chest, looking desperate, and pointed at Tina Huo: "Still talking back? Fine, starting today, you won't get a single cent of allowance from me. You think you're so capable? Go earn your own money! I'm cutting off your college tuition too—take your high school diploma and go work! I've spoiled you all these years, and now you're this bold! It's my fault! I'm telling you right now, if you don't go apologize to Chief Assistant Yu tomorrow morning, I'll cut you off as my daughter!"
Mr. Huo also looked grim: "I've changed all the locks at home. If you don't apologize, don't even think about coming back!"
Tina Huo was in disbelief: "Mom, Dad, you're crazy! It's just Julia Yu, is this really necessary?"
"Necessary? Fine, you'll see just how necessary it is!" With that, Mr. Huo grabbed his daughter in her pajamas and threw her out into the yard. "You can reflect on your actions out here tonight!"
With a loud bang, the door was locked.
Tina Huo stared at her parents in shock. She just couldn't understand—she'd only offended Julia Yu, so why was her family making such a big deal out of it?
Tina tried to leave the yard, but the gate was locked tight—there was no way she could climb out!
She tried to go back inside, but the door was locked—she couldn't get in either!
Tina Huo could only squat in the yard, crying nonstop. In all her years, she'd never suffered this kind of humiliation.
Mr. and Mrs. Huo were truly furious this time—no matter what, they had to teach Tina Huo a lesson.
She was bold enough to challenge Chief Assistant Yu today—who knows, maybe she'd go after President Mo and President Yin tomorrow?
She was going to bring disaster on them all!
She was pushing the Huo Family to the brink of destruction!
No way—they couldn't let their daughter ruin the family!
If she couldn't change, then she couldn't come home!
At first, Tina Huo was stubborn, convinced her role was just that of a tough little victim.
But as the mountain wind howled and the midnight dew settled in, Tina finally panicked.
She finally believed that if she didn't admit her mistake and apologize, her parents would really kick her out!
All these years, she'd always used her family's money—her clothes, bags, and jewelry were all at home.
If she couldn't go home, she'd be penniless!
Without money, how could she hang out with her friends?
How could she keep up her beauty routine, or eat, drink, and have fun?
No way, she absolutely couldn't let herself get kicked out.
She had to get back home!
Aaaahhh!
Tina Huo rubbed her nose—she'd finally caught a cold.
The next morning.
The Huo Family, all three of them, stood pitifully at the door of Julia Yu and Stephen Song's cabin, gifts in hand. They didn't even dare ring the doorbell, just waited anxiously outside.
Julia Yu got up to take out the trash, and only then did she notice the family of three.
"Mr. Huo, is something the matter?" Julia Yu glanced at him coolly, as if nothing had happened the night before.
Mr. Huo braced himself and apologized: "Chief Assistant Yu, our child was unruly and offended you. I brought her here today to apologize! Please forgive her ignorance and don't let her behavior upset you."
Mrs. Huo chimed in sycophantically: "Yes, yes, this child is hopeless—she deserves a harsh lesson. Chief Assistant Yu, rest assured, I'll make sure my daughter is properly educated. Please don't hold it against our Huo Family. We're not wealthy enough to withstand trouble. We truly know our mistake this time!"
Mrs. Huo gave Tina Huo a push.
At first, Tina Huo was reluctant, but remembering last night's ordeal, she could only force herself to apologize: "S-sorry."
Julia Yu smiled lightly: "Miss Huo is naturally cheerful and loves to socialize—what's wrong with that?"
Mr. and Mrs. Huo's expressions changed dramatically—they almost wanted to slap Tina Huo right then.
They brought her here to apologize, and now she was acting proud?
What a disgrace, what a disgrace!
At that moment, Stephen Song came out and said to Mr. Huo, "Mr. Huo, could we have a word?"
"Yes, yes, it's young Mr. Song—my apologies," Mr. Huo said, finally understanding the situation.
Wasn't it his daughter again, eyeing young Mr. Song?
Who taught this kid to do such heartless things?
Could they really afford to offend young Mr. Song?
That's Chief Assistant Yu's man!
Mr. Huo respectfully followed Stephen Song outside.
Once they were out of earshot, Stephen Song said calmly, "Your daughter's hobby isn't a good one."
Stephen Song smiled meaningfully. "I don't mind, but if she really offends the wrong people, it could be serious trouble. Take the Yin Family in N City—they're truly prestigious. If Miss Huo ever meets the head of Yin Enterprises... Mr. Huo, believe me, there's no man in N City who can compare to his looks."
Mr. Huo's legs went weak—he nearly knelt before Stephen Song. "Young Mr. Song, please show us a way!"
"You must've heard about Lisa Li's situation, Mr. Huo? President Mo's favor toward Julia Yu is known to all. Normally, there are only four chief assistant seats beside the president, but President Mo created a fifth just for Julia Yu—need I say more? Lisa Li defied Julia Yu, and look at her now. Do you think Miss Huo is any better than Lisa Li?"
This time, Mr. Huo really knelt, cold sweat pouring down. "Young Mr. Song, I'm begging you—please forgive us!"
Stephen Song helped Mr. Huo up. "Mr. Huo, there's no need for this. Since I called you out, I intend to give you some advice."
Shaken, Mr. Huo finally stood up, looking at Stephen Song expectantly.
Stephen Song pondered for a moment. "At her age, it's hard to change her ways. But if you're willing, I have a good idea."
"Please, go ahead," Mr. Huo said, humbled.
I've heard there's a place that offers courses specifically for girls, to correct wayward behavior. What do you think, Mr. Huo?