Male Lead's Canon Fodder Wife novel Chapter 1247

It wasn’t that Old Zhao cared about the Huang family’s reputation or future, but if his team members ended up in jail, it would reflect poorly on his performance report. That, in turn, could lower his chances for promotion.

Weighing the pros and cons, he finally turned to the Huang family and said, "Comrades, I have tried my best to help you, but this matter is clearly your fault. You must pay 500 yuan to Comrade Liu Piao as compensation and issue a public apology."

Hearing his verdict, the Huang family knew their team leader had given up on protecting them. Though reluctant, they didn’t dare disobey and nodded stiffly.

Seeing their agreement, Old Zhao secretly sighed in relief and added, "Send the money to me later, and I will personally deliver it to Comrade Liu Piao."

With no more room to resist, Mother Huang’s daughter forced herself to say through gritted teeth, "Team leader, we understand."

As soon as she finished speaking, Han Yuheng smiled and said, "Since we have all reached an agreement, this matter ends here. I hope no one will bring it up again in the future."

"Team leader, don’t worry. As long as the Huang family stops bothering Sister Ah Piao, we promise to let this go. But if they dare to cause trouble again, I can’t guarantee we will settle things as easily next time," Wang Muxiao said with a smile.

Noticing the hidden threat, Old Zhao was displeased. But since the Huang family was in the wrong, he forced a smile and replied, "Comrade Wang, rest assured. You have my word—the Huang family will not trouble Comrade Liu Piao again."

Seeing the frustration in Old Zhao’s eyes, Wang Muxiao chuckled and said, "That’s for the best. After all, everyone knows I have trouble controlling my mouth. If Jueyu’s in-laws come to visit from the capital and I accidentally let something slip, then—"

Before she could finish, Old Zhao said with a forced smile, "Comrade Wang, we all have to see each other every day. It’s better to maintain good relations."

"Of course! I’m glad we are on the same page, Comrade Zhao," Wang Muxiao said with a nod. _{freewebnøvel.com}

After she finished her words, she stood up, and said, "Team leader, since the matter is settled, we will take our leave. Oh, right—please let Sister Bai know that if she has time, she and Ah Ting should come visit me so the children can play together."

Han Yuheng stood as well, and replied with a smile, "I will pass on your message to my wife."

Wang Muxiao nodded before leaving the meeting room, followed by Liu Hua and Liu Piao.

As for the Huang family, they had arrived with great fanfare but left like beaten dogs. Mother Huang even had to be carried on her son-in-law’s back after fainting from anger.

Outside the production team’s office, the villagers who had been eavesdropping quickly scattered—eager to spread the latest gossip.