"Why haven't I heard that the academy has any recent investigations?" Xie Songlin made an exaggerated expression of surprise. He crossed his arms and continued, "Manager Liu, this news comes so suddenly. Could it be that you made it up specifically to target me?"
Manager Liu choked when he heard this. He didn't expect that Xie Songlin would state the purpose of his visit so bluntly. In the past, when Old Li was around, he only needed to hint slightly and the other party would be scared away immediately. Is Xie Songlin really stupid or is he just pretending to be stupid?
His eyes flickered for a moment, but he quickly regained his arrogant demeanor. "Master Xie, what are you talking about? Inspections are commonplace in the academy. I simply came to inform you in advance so you can be prepared."
Xie Songlin looked at Manager Liu, his tone tinged with sarcasm. "Oh? If this is a common occurrence, then why haven't I heard of it? It's normal for me to be out of touch with the news since I just arrived. But Manager Liu, you're a veteran of the academy, so how come you're still so out of touch? Your brother-in-law, Old Zhang, has been gone for a few days, so why are you here just now?"
Upon hearing this, Manager Liu was furious, but he couldn't lose his temper. He gritted his teeth and said calmly, "Master Xie, I've been busy with work these past few days and only found time to deal with this matter today. Please don't talk nonsense here and confuse people."
Xie Songlin stood up and took a step forward, smiling and saying, "Manager Liu, I'm not talking nonsense. Everyone knows this clearly. Do you think I kicked your nephew out because he was disobedient? Do you think I checked the original canteen's accounts? When your brother-in-law was here, there were many problems with the canteen's accounts, and food was often inexplicably short supply. Now that I've cleared out those incompetent people, you're worried, Manager Liu?"
"What nonsense are you talking about?" A familiar voice suddenly came from not far away. Old Man Zhang, followed by Zhang Wu, appeared in the cafeteria. He rushed to Xie Songlin angrily, his face flushed, and shouted, "Xie Songlin, don't slander me! You have no evidence, don't frame a good person here."
Old man Zhang's eyes seemed to be spitting fire, and his chest was heaving violently. It was obvious that he was extremely angry at Xie Songlin's words. Zhang Wu stood aside, his eyes full of hostility, as if he was ready to stand up for his father at any time.
Xie Songlin looked at the aggressive Zhang father and son, ignored them, shrugged his shoulders, and said to Manager Liu, "Manager Liu, everyone should know whether this is a false accusation or not. If you want to use your authority to help them find fault with me, don't blame me for being rude. I will tell this matter to Dean Zhao and let him judge it."
Seeing that Xie Songlin ignored him, Old Man Zhang was furious. He pointed at Xie Songlin with a trembling finger and said, "You are slandering us! My family has worked in the cafeteria for so many years. Even if we have no merits, we have worked hard. You drove us away as soon as you arrived. It's clear that you are deliberately targeting us."
Manager Liu smiled confidently. He barely saw their dean a few times a year, and this new canteen manager wanted to see the dean. "The dean is very busy, and I don't see him often. How can you bring such a small matter to his attention?"
"Uncle, stop talking nonsense with them and just drive them away. Just give us some money and we will take over the canteen." Zhang Wu said impatiently, with greed flashing in his eyes. He felt that as long as Manager Liu was willing to pay, they could easily take over the canteen. Then they could run it as they pleased and no longer have to worry about other people's faces.
Manager Liu narrowed his eyes slightly, a hint of viciousness flashing in them. The threat in his words was self-evident: "Xie Songlin, don't refuse a toast and then drink a forfeit. I advise you to be sensible."
"What if I don't know what's best for me?" Xie Songlin looked at the person in front of him speechlessly. He really didn't expect that there would be such a rat in the logistics management of Hanfeng Academy, which has such a good reputation. It seems that Mr. Zhao is usually too idle.
Seeing Xie Songlin being so stubborn, Zhang Wu became even more furious. He stepped forward and said viciously, "Xie Songlin, don't be ungrateful. My uncle is a well-known figure in the academy. If you offend him, you will have a hard time in the academy."
"What a coincidence! My dad loves to eat fruits the most." Xie Wanxing came to the cafeteria at some point and immediately interrupted when he heard this.
Manager Liu and the Zhang family father and son were startled by the sudden interruption of the childish voice. They turned around and saw a very cute little girl holding the hand of their Dean Zhao standing not far away.
The Zhang family father and son did not know Mr. Zhao, but Manager Liu did. His face turned pale instantly. He never expected that Dean Zhao would appear at this time.
"Where did this child come from? What right do you have to speak here?" Zhang Wu said viciously when he saw that it was just a little girl, without noticing the panic-stricken look on Manager Liu's face. Manager Liu groaned in his heart and hurriedly pulled Zhang Wu's sleeve to stop him from continuing.
Elder Zhao frowned slightly, looking at Zhang Wu's domineering look. He was very unhappy and coughed lightly: "Liu Chang, don't you think you should give me an explanation?"
Mr. Zhao's voice was not loud, but it carried an unquestionable majesty.
When Manager Liu heard Elder Zhao's question, beads of sweat instantly appeared on his forehead. He stammered, "Dean...Dean, this...this is all a misunderstanding. I...I just came to inspect the cafeteria's work. I didn't expect it to turn out like this."
Mr. Zhao looked at Liu Chang coldly and said, "Misunderstanding? I think you think I'm a fool."
Under Mr. Zhao's gaze, Manager Liu became increasingly nervous and uneasy. His body trembled slightly, and he didn't know how to continue his defense.
"Dean? Is this the dean of the academy?" Old man Zhang felt a chill in his heart and thought to himself that he was in trouble.
"Alright, alright, forget about any misunderstandings. Hurry up and pack up and leave the academy." Old Zhao waved his hand impatiently, not wanting to hear Manager Liu continue to explain. "I'm still busy, don't delay me."
Manager Liu's face turned pale, his legs weakened, and he almost fell to the ground. He hurriedly stepped forward and said anxiously, "Dean, please give me another chance! I know I was wrong, and I will definitely reform myself and work hard for the academy. I have been here for so many years, and even if I have no merit, I have worked hard. Please, considering my past performance, forgive me this time."
His voice trembled and his eyes were full of pleading. He knew very well the consequences of leaving the academy. Not only would he lose his source of income, but he would also lose face in front of everyone.
The Zhang family father and son were even more frightened and at a loss. They stood there blankly. He had not expected that the new owner had such a strong background that they could even invite the dean. Now they even caused Manager Liu to be expelled from the academy. When the time comes, he will definitely not let them go.
"Dazhong, their legs are weak and they can't walk anymore. Please help them." Xie Songlin waved to Xie Dazhong.
"it is good."
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