nycdaug Chapter 589 Blackmail
Chapter 589 Blackmail
Chapter 589 Blackmail
The plane landed at the international airport of the island country. Xu Mo and Eun Jung walked off the plane side by side. As soon as they entered the arrival hall, they were stopped by an elderly woman dressed in jewels. The old woman had a smile on her face, but she was a little cunning. She grabbed Xu Mo's sleeve and kept shouting some incomprehensible Japanese.
Eunjeong frowned at the situation in front of her, trying to figure out what was going on. She quickly switched to Japanese and politely asked the old woman, "Hello, what can I do for you?"
The old woman glanced at Eun Jung and didn't seem to intend to let Xu Mo go. She continued chattering, pointing at the suitcase in Xu Mo's hand, and then pointing at herself, as if to imply that it was her thing.
Xu Mo was confused and looked at Eun Jung for help. Eun Jung listened to the old woman's explanation patiently and translated to Xu Mo: "She said that your suitcase contains important items that she lost, and she insisted on opening it to check."
Xu Mo felt helpless, as he knew that there was nothing else in the suitcase except their clothes and personal belongings. He explained gently to the old woman, but she was obviously not convinced and continued to pester him.
At this time, the airport staff noticed the dispute and rushed forward to mediate. With the help of the staff, Xu Mo and Eun Jung opened the suitcase under the surveillance video and confirmed that there was nothing in it as the old woman said.
However, the old woman did not give up, but became even more aggressive and started to cry loudly, attracting many onlookers around. The scene was once in chaos, which made Xu Mo and Eun Jung embarrassed and anxious.
Eun-jung decided to take the initiative and calmly called a local lawyer friend to seek legal assistance. At the same time, she explained the situation to the onlookers, hoping that everyone would not be misled by the old woman's performance.
Under the guidance of a lawyer friend, Eun Jung decisively called the police to handle the matter in accordance with local laws and regulations. After the police arrived at the scene, they learned about the situation in detail and retrieved relevant surveillance videos. They finally determined that the old woman was making trouble without reason and ordered her not to harass Heo Mo and Eun Jung again.
The next morning, the sun shone through the gap in the curtains into the luxury suite. Xu Mo woke up naturally from a deep sleep and felt a warm weight in his arms. He glanced sideways and found that Eun Jung had curled up in his arms without knowing when, her cheek against his chest, her long eyelashes trembling slightly, and her peaceful sleeping face looked particularly moving in the morning light.
He moved his body carefully, trying not to wake Eun Jung, but the slight movement still made Eun Jung wake up slowly. She opened her eyes and saw Xu Mo standing close to her. A shy and embarrassed smile suddenly appeared on her face: "Xu Mo, I'm sorry, I may have been confused last night."
Xu Mo smiled gently and whispered back, "It's okay, Eunjeong, don't worry. You might have been too tired last night, and the environment here is unfamiliar, so it's normal to have such a reaction. The important thing is that we are all well rested and ready to face the new day."
After hearing this, Eunjeong felt warm in her heart, nodded gratefully, and quickly got up to make the bed. At breakfast time, the two met in the hotel restaurant, enjoying a sumptuous meal while discussing the specific arrangements for today's e-sports cultural exchange activities.
On the day of the event, Xu Mo and Eun Jung once again successfully promoted the progress of various agendas with their professional qualities and excellent teamwork, winning wider recognition from the island country's e-sports industry. In the gaps between their busy schedules, they also did not forget to encourage and support each other, and the special tacit understanding and trust became deeper and deeper.
In the evening, the two returned to the suite and sat together again, reviewing the day's gains and talking about future plans. Eun Jung looked at Xu Mo's face as he worked hard, and a feeling of dependence and appreciation arose in her heart.
"Brother Xu Mo, I think we performed well today. Not only did we complete the assigned tasks, but we also unexpectedly narrowed the distance between the e-sports industries of the two countries. I think this is inseparable from your persistence and wisdom." Eun Jung praised sincerely.
Xu Mo put down the pen in his hand, turned to look at Eun Jung, with a determined light in his eyes: "Eun Jung, this is the result of our joint efforts. Every step forward, every breakthrough, is created by us together. There is still a long way to go in the future, we must continue to fight side by side to let more people understand and love e-sports culture."
Late at night, Xu Mo was still sorting out event materials in his room when Eun Jung suddenly knocked on his door. When he opened the door, Xu Mo was somewhat surprised to find that Eun Jung was wearing a lavender pajamas. The soft color made her skin look whiter than snow, adding a bit of tenderness.
"Eunjeong, why are you dressed like this?" Xu Mo asked puzzledly, with a ripple in his heart.
Eun Jung lowered her eyes, a blush on her face. She bit her lower lip, hesitated for a moment, then raised her head and looked directly at Xu Mo, her tone filled with unprecedented nervousness and expectation: "Brother Xu Mo, I have always admired you and have a special feeling for you. Tonight, I can't control myself. I...I want to do something with you that adults would do."
Xu Mo was stunned. He looked at the woman in front of him who was usually capable and decisive, but now showed rare shyness and uneasiness. For a moment, he didn't know how to respond. His heart was churning. On the one hand, he was not completely ignorant of Eun Jung's feelings. On the other hand, he was deeply concerned about Lin Yue who was far away.
"Enjing, you know how I feel about Lin Yue, and I also cherish our friendship and partnership." Xu Mo chose his words carefully, trying to remain calm. "I am touched by your feelings, but our current relationship should not cross the line."
After hearing this, the light in Eun Jung's eyes dimmed instantly, but she still held back her tears and forced a smile: "Brother Xu Mo, I understand. I was impulsive. Just pretend that I never said anything about what happened tonight. Our working relationship will not be affected by this."
Xu Mo nodded, feeling mixed emotions. He patted Eun Jung on the shoulder and consoled her, "Eun Jung, you are a very good girl. You will definitely meet someone who is right for you in the future. Now, let's focus on our work and do a good job in this e-sports cultural exchange event. This is the most important thing."
Eun Jung nodded vigorously. Although she felt disappointed, she knew that Xu Mo was right. She turned and walked towards the door. Before leaving, she turned back and gave Xu Mo a relieved smile: "Good night, Xu Mo. Tomorrow, we will fight together."
Xu Mo silently watched Eun Jung's back as she left, silently wishing that she could find her own happiness in the future. He himself, in his inner turmoil, felt a little uncomfortable...
The next morning, Eun-jeong knocked on Heo-mo's door and suggested going to the beach to watch the sunrise. Heo-mo was a little surprised, but he agreed happily. He knew that Eun-jeong was a girl who loved life and was full of vitality. Such an activity might help them temporarily put aside the embarrassment and troubles of yesterday.
When the two arrived at the beach, the sky was just turning pale, and the sea breeze blew on their cheeks with a slight coolness. Eun Jung wrapped her shawl tightly around her body, sat side by side with Heo Mo on the beach, quietly waiting for the moment when the sun rose.
As the sun was rising and the golden sunlight was shining on the sea, a few young people were trying to light a bonfire on the beach in the distance, but they failed repeatedly due to the strong sea breeze. Seeing this, Eun Jung immediately stood up and took the initiative to help. Her decisiveness and enthusiasm infected Xu Mo, and the two joined in building the bonfire together.
After some efforts, the bonfire finally burned brightly, the young faces cheered, and Eunjeong's face was also filled with a satisfied smile. Sitting around the bonfire, everyone began to share their stories. Eunjeong actively mobilized the atmosphere and talked about the development of China's e-sports industry and the importance of their cultural exchange.
Just when the atmosphere was getting lively, a sudden wave wet the beach under everyone's feet. Seeing that the bonfire was about to go out, Eun Jung thought quickly and quickly found dry branches and sand, cleverly protecting the bonfire and successfully resolving the crisis.
After the sunrise, everyone dispersed. Xu Mo looked at Eun Jung's profile illuminated by the morning light and couldn't help but sigh: "Eun Jung, you always show your admirable side at the critical moment."
Eun Jung smiled and responded, "Brother Xu Mo, I just don't want to waste every beautiful moment. Just like how we treat the e-sports industry, no matter what difficulties we encounter, we must persist and use practical actions to create more possibilities."
Afterwards, the two ended their early morning trip to the beach with laughter and returned to the hotel to prepare for the next day. On the way back, the young people who were traveling with them kindly teased Heo Mo and Eun Jung, wondering if there was any emotion between them that went beyond friendship. Facing everyone's jokes, Eun Jung blushed and lowered her head in silence, while Heo Mo responded with a smile and chose to remain silent.
At lunch time, Eun Jung found Xu Mo alone, and the two sat in a corner of the restaurant to enjoy a moment of peace. Eun Jung mustered up her courage and expressed her feelings to Xu Mo again: "Xu Mo, I know you feel embarrassed about my confession last night, but I just want you to know that I am willing to accompany you through any storm, whether it is work or life."
Xu Mo looked at Eun Jung deeply, his heart filled with complicated emotions. He responded softly: "Eun Jung, you are an excellent and kind girl. I am moved by your sincerity. However, I only have the responsibility and commitment to Lin Yue in my heart now. I hope you can understand that I don't want to hurt you, and I don't want to blur the boundaries between us."
After hearing this, Eun Jung's eyes were red, but she held back her tears. She forced a smile and nodded: "Brother Xu Mo, I understand. I respect your choice and will stick to my post. We are still the best partners. I will adjust my mentality and work together for the e-sports industry."
In the following days, Eun-jung devoted herself to her work as always, and faced various challenges together with Heo-mo. And Heo-mo was deeply grateful for Eun-jung's understanding and support, which made him more determined to lead the team to greater success.
At a business meeting, when Xu Mo and Eun Jung were representing the Chinese e-sports forces and communicating with the elites of various industries in the island country, the old woman who had been pestering them at the airport suddenly appeared at the meeting, surrounded by a group of people who seemed to be ill-intentioned. They walked straight towards Xu Mo and Eun Jung, and the old woman's eyes were full of provocation and pride.
The old woman waved the documents in her hand and shouted loudly, trying to frame Xu Mo again in front of everyone for stealing her valuables, trying to destroy their image in the island country and the smooth progress of this cultural exchange event. The surrounding island industry professionals looked at each other, and the atmosphere suddenly became tense.
Eun-jeong stood up and calmly explained to everyone present in fluent Japanese what really happened at the airport, and showed the surveillance video at the time as evidence. However, the people brought by the old woman did not buy it, and one of the men came up rudely and tried to forcibly search Xu Mo's personal belongings.
Faced with such provocation, Xu Mo did not back down. He stood up straight, stared at the man with a sharp gaze, and said word by word: "We have clarified the misunderstanding through legal channels. If you insist on infringing my rights, then I can only take appropriate legal measures to maintain my innocence."
Before she finished speaking, Eun Jung quickly contacted her lawyer friend and notified the local police. With the intervention of the lawyer and the police, the group of people who came to cause trouble finally had to curb their arrogance and left the venue in dismay.
The meeting returned to normal after a brief disturbance. Xu Mo and Eun Jung won unanimous praise from the guests for their professionalism and calm performance. After the meeting, the organizers specially arranged a celebration dinner to thank them for their outstanding performance.
At the dinner, Eun Jung raised her glass to pay tribute to Xu Mo: "Brother Xu Mo, you were so brave just now, just like you were in command on the e-sports battlefield, which is admirable." Xu Mo smiled and responded: "Eun Jung, this is not bravery, but the principles and bottom line we must adhere to. In this process, you also performed well. Your wisdom and courage are an indispensable force for our team."
As night falls and the starry sky shines, Xu Mo and Eun Jung walk along the beach, recalling the ups and downs and growth of this journey. They promise that no matter what challenges they face in the future, they will work together to defend their dignity and career with actions.
"Eunjeong, thank you for accompanying me through this difficult time. Your tenacity and wisdom make me more convinced that we can create more miracles together." Xu Mo said with emotion.
Eun Jung looked up at the starry sky, with a confident smile on her face: "Brother Xu Mo, we will do it. No matter how many unknown challenges lie ahead, as long as we unite as one, nothing is invincible."
The conversation faded away in the night sea breeze, leaving behind two determined figures, moving forward courageously towards a common goal. The friendship of fighting side by side and the common expectations for the future have undoubtedly become the most precious memories of their life journey.
(End of this chapter)