The Bodyguard King’s CEO Wife Chapter 1994: Negotiation

Chen Yuxin didn’t know how Ye Shikai would persuade the notable families. It wasn’t such a simple task, even though Ye Shikai held high status and had a strong voice within the Zheng family. Two years ago, when Ye Shikai returned to Huaxia, the notable families had never heard of his name. But now, his name was known by all, and no one dared to question Ye Shikai’s prowess. Even so, Chen Yuxin was still in doubt whether he could truly persuade those families to surrender.

Of course, Chen Yuxin also considered a possibility, that Ye Shikai might pretend to persuade but actually flee. However, she wasn’t concerned about that because she knew Ye Shikai would never abandon those people and leave.

“Kai, you should go now, return as soon as possible, and remember our agreement, I won’t attack them, but you have to persuade them.” Chen Yuxin said lightly. Ye Shikai didn’t answer but instead directly left the Chen family’s camp.

Zheng family.

“We absolutely cannot surrender.” Zheng Li said passionately. Just a few days ago, the Chen family sent a monster to cause a disturbance in front of the Zheng family ancestors’ tomb, which was a great disrespect, wanting to make everyone agree was of course not that easy.

“Yes, if we surrender, it would be like putting down our weapons, and we’d be at the mercy of slaughter.” From the crowd came a man, the Ming family sect leader, Ming Ren. He was also someone unwilling to yield, and within the Zheng family’s allies, the Ming family was the most steadfast. The two families have always had a strong alliance, and in recent battles, the Ming family suffered losses but showed no intention of retreating.

“Senior Ming is correct, and I understand Senior Zheng’s feelings, but for now, we temporarily don’t have other choices.” Ye Shikai said lightly.

“Then let’s fight to the death.” Ming Ren insisted on not surrendering and rejected with death, “If you wish to surrender, do as you please.”

“Senior Ming, please don’t be rash, allow me to finish speaking.” Ye Shikai continued, “Given the current situation, even if we fought to the end, it would mean nothing. The Chen family’s mutants are numerous, we are no match.”

Ye Shikai had always been the main force in resisting the Chen family, but now saying this truly let the people present feel disappointed. Ye Shikai was now “unwilling” to resist, inevitably he would lead the Netherworld Palace members away, greatly weakening their strength. Some families present showed signs of fear on their faces, appearing to be afraid.

“How many people do we have left now?” Zheng Li sat alone on the chair and said lightly.

“Two attacks cost us dearly, Father. Our family alone lost over half of our fighting strength, it’s about the same for other families.” Zheng Ji replied.

“Indeed, the losses are heavy.” Zheng Li sighed deeply. No one spoke among those present, from this sigh, Ye Shikai could feel his helplessness. He too was once a dignified local tyrant, yet now has fallen to this state. In reality, it wasn’t just the Zheng family, in this war among Huaxia’s notable families, no one could emerge unscathed…

“Alright, let’s try to talk, as Mr. Ye says.” Zheng Li said plainly after a long time.

………………

The two camps fought for several days, counting those mutants, the dead and wounded numbered in the tens of thousands. The Zheng family cemetery had turned into a “Burial Mound,” appearing very desolate. So many people died, regardless of which side, they probably don’t wish to continue fighting. They were mere cannon fodder, with one general’s success built on myriad bones. In the end, the only one profiting was Chen Yuxin.

Today was the day of negotiations, taking place within the Zheng family cemetery, where just a short time ago, thousands of Zheng family members had died. Astonishingly, Chen Yuxin dared to come so boldly, bringing only several hundred guards with her, indeed somewhat “audacious.”

“Kai, after today, let’s return home together.” Chen Yuxin directly approached Ye Shikai’s side, surrounded by hostile gazes from people nearby. They were all members of the Zheng family, including both direct and collateral lines. Chen Yuxin’s actions were essentially “humiliating” them, but they dared not speak against her. Today, they were there to negotiate peace, plainly stated, if they could win in battle, who would negotiate? So, peace talks and surrender were the same, they were “asking for help,” naturally needing to lower their stance.

“Let’s talk about it when the time comes.” Ye Shikai didn’t respond directly, instead giving a vague answer.

“Just don’t forget our agreement, that’s all.”

Chen Yuxin entered the tent where Zheng Li and the others waited. As soon as she entered, a dozen pairs of hostile eyes turned to her. However, Chen Yuxin seemed utterly unbothered, as if she didn’t realize Zheng Li dared to arrange a “Banquet,” Feng Ling and Xue Ming stood at her sides, alert, and the guards from both sides confronted each other.

“Family Head Zheng, long time no see, you seem to have lost weight, looks like things haven’t been easy lately, better take care of your health.” Chen Yuxin immediately attempted to provoke Zheng Li, though he was an “old hand,” not easily angered by a junior. Yet the Zheng family members behind him were indeed incensed, had it not been for intervention, they would certainly have acted.

“Let’s get to the point. My Zheng family may agree to submit, but you must leave and evacuate, and compensate us with some things.” Zheng Li waved his hand, handing over a document.

“These are our terms.”

“Zheng Li, don’t you really think I don’t want to fight?” Chen Yuxin sneered, slightly channeling her Inner Strength, and the document before her instantly turned to powder. Everyone was startled, what’s Chen Yuxin planning? She wasn’t here to negotiate; she was clearly here to cause trouble.

“Chen Yuxin, what exactly do you mean?” Zheng Ji stepped forward and shouted angrily. Xue Ming wanted to step forward to discipline him, and several Zheng family elders also stepped forth, tensions high, as if a fight would erupt at any moment.

“Stop.” Ye Shikai rushed forward, shouting loudly to halt the confrontation.

“Xin, the agreement with you I won’t forget, but you mustn’t forget it either.” Ye Shikai turned and reminded, then looked toward Zheng Li “Senior Zheng, let’s continue negotiations.”

“Proceed.” The Zheng family had been dominating East Sea for so long, being humiliated in front of so many was probably a first for Zheng Li, yet he still suppressed his anger.

“I suggest, apart from myself and the two family heads, all the guards leave the tent.” Ye Shikai said loudly.

“Family Head, this…”

“You all step back, I’ll be fine.” Zheng Li said plainly.

“Feng Ling, Xue Ming, you two step back as well.”