Life and Death Insurance – CH 016

Chapter 16

It was Xiang Tian who spoke first.

“Zhengzhong, you seem to be in a bad mood. Is there still a problem with that matter?”

He knew he was in a bad mood. Oh well, he wouldn’t argue with this little hamster.

Ling Zhengzhong said, “I’ve looked at the insurance plan you gave me the other day. I’d like to discuss the details with you. Do you have time to come over this afternoon?”

The other party was silent for a moment before saying, “But this morning your secretary said you aren’t interested in insurance at all and told me not to bother you anymore…”

When did he say something like that? No wonder the little hamster was so cold. He obviously thought that his talk about signing the policy a few days ago was just casual remarks. When did Ling Zhengzhong become someone who kicks you when you’ve served your purpose?

“You misunderstood. I did tell my secretary before that I wouldn’t see any salespeople. I’ve been so busy these past few days that I forgot to tell her about you. Um, I’m sorry…”

“Oh, is that so? I’m sorry; I thought you weren’t interested in signing the policy at all, so I didn’t dare bother you anymore.”

Even over the phone, Ling Zhengzhong could imagine Xiang Tian blushing at that moment, and he couldn’t help but laugh.

“Are you free today?”

“I’m free anytime. I’ll come find you.”

“Great! It’s almost noon; let’s have lunch together. I know an Italian restaurant called Fu Jiachen; their pasta is really authentic, and it’s close to my company. I’ll wait for you at the restaurant entrance; you know the location, right?”

“I know, but there’s some traffic right now; I’m afraid it’ll take me a while…”

“That’s okay, I’m not in a hurry.”

After hanging up, Ling Zhengzhong did some more work, calculated that Xiang Tian would be arriving soon, then said goodbye to Le Hua and drove to Fu Jiachen.

His BMW was now evidence, and he wouldn’t get it back anytime soon. However, Ling Zhengzhong didn’t want the car that had hit someone anymore. Luckily, the company provided him with a car, so he could only use the company car to commute for a while.

Ling Zhengzhong parked his car in the restaurant’s underground parking lot. As soon as he got out, a blast of cold air hit him, making him involuntarily shrink his neck.

It was so cold, and the little hamster still had to run around selling insurance. It was really pitiful. He was so good at sports; a gym instructor would be perfect for him. Didn’t Yiqing’s younger brother own a gym? Maybe he could try it out…

“Squeak…”

Ling Zhengzhong was pondering this when the screeching sound of an accelerator suddenly came from behind him. Before he could react, a strong hand grabbed him and pulled him aside. Ling Zhengzhong lost his balance and involuntarily bumped into the other person’s arms. At the same time, a car sped forward, turned a corner, and disappeared from sight.

Ling Zhengzhong was stunned for a long time before he came to his senses. To his embarrassment, he found himself tightly hugged by Xiang Tian, ​​who had just arrived.

If this little hamster hadn’t pulled him back in time, he probably would have been a victim of a car accident.

Xiang Tian looked at Ling Zhengzhong with worry and concern. “How are you?”

“Luckily, you arrived in time…”

Being held in the arms of a man younger than himself made Ling Zhengzhong a little embarrassed. He stood up and said, “Thank you.”

That car was definitely intentional!

Xiang Tian frowned and took out his phone to answer a call.

“Cousin, it’s me. I’m in the underground parking lot of Fu Jiachen. Someone almost hit Zhengzhong with a car. It was Mr. Ling Zhengzhong. I happened to see it. The license plate is xxx. Check who the owner is right away. I’ll wait for your call.”

Ling Zhengzhong stared at Xiang Tian in disbelief. Wasn’t he supposed to be short-sighted? How could Xiang Tian see the license plate in an instant in such a dark parking lot? What kind of eyesight did this little hamster have?

“Zhengzhong, let’s go to the restaurant and sit down. You need to rest.”

Being stared at by Ling Zhengzhong, Xiang Tian thought he was still in shock, so he tugged at Ling Zhengzhong’s arm before he said, “Oh.”

Ling Zhengzhong responded unconsciously, following Xiang Tian into the restaurant. The two chose a quiet corner to sit down. Ling Zhengzhong took the menu from the waiter and placed it in front of Xiang Tian, ​​saying, “Order whatever you like; don’t be shy.”

“Are you alright?”

Xiang Tian was clearly still getting used to Ling Zhengzhong’s resilient spirit. This guy seemed completely fearless. Did he even know he had just narrowly escaped death?

Xiang Tian, ​​of course, wouldn’t understand. For the usually oblivious Ling Zhengzhong, the experience was like a rollercoaster ride—a thrilling yet ultimately safe feeling that left him both shaken and excited.

“I’m fine. Speaking of which, you saved me again. People drive way too recklessly these days, going that fast in a parking lot!”

That wasn’t just driving fast; it was clearly intentional ramming.

Xiang Tian looked at Ling Zhengzhong, who was still unaware of the truth, and said nothing more. Perhaps it was better for him to know nothing. However, regardless, just as he had feared, Shen Meimei’s matter was far from over; on the contrary, it might have only just begun.

Advising him to take out insurance at this time felt somewhat ominous. After thinking for a moment, Xiang Tian put his briefcase aside.

“Let me order for you; the seafood and mushroom pasta here is really good.”

Seeing that Xiang Tian remained silent, Ling Zhengzhong took it upon himself to call the waiter over and ordered two portions of pasta, dry bread, beef salad, Italian soup, and juice, then said, “If it isn’t enough, just order more.”

“Thank you!”

“By the way, did you bring the contract? That ten-year return insurance plan you made for me is a good deal; I’ll treat it as savings. I’ll sign that one, but there’s a small problem: I don’t know who to name the beneficiary…”

Interrupting Ling Zhengzhong’s self-talk, Xiang Tian said, “Um… Zhengzhong, let’s put the insurance thing aside for now.”

“What’s wrong? Didn’t you say your boss, Manager Monkey, was pressuring you a lot?”

Xiang Tian smiled. “It’s Manager Hong; Zhengzhong, you’ve got it wrong again.”