Chapter 195: Two Aunts

Another large hand also slipped under the cheongsam's hem, exploring upward along Aunt Shen's thigh wrapped in black silk.

Under Xu Yuexin's actions, Aunt Shen was already flushed and her beautiful eyes scattered.

"Mmm…"

"Mmm…"

From the red lips that Xu Yuexin held tightly in a kiss, she let out a sound, as if saying "no".

How could Xu Yuexin ever stop?

Before long, the cheongsam was tossed to the head of the bed.

As Xu Yuexin's waist sank, Aunt Shen let out a "mm" and clenched the sheets with both hands.

……

This time, Xu Yuexin and Aunt Shen didn't fall asleep until the early morning.

Shen Qingru eventually fainted in Xu Yuexin's arms, and when she woke up, the sun was already high in the sky.

When Shen Qingru woke, she was only wearing a tight black lace garment.

And her beautiful legs were pressed tightly against Xu Yuexin, as if fearing he might leave.

"Awake?"

Xu Yuexin, seeing Shen Qingru groggily open her eyes, lightly pinched her cheek and said, "You really can sleep."

Shen Qingru's face flushed as she pushed Xu Yuexin, "It's all your fault."

"Last night I clearly… you still…"

At that point, Shen Qingru couldn't continue speaking, even feeling too embarrassed to meet Xu Yuexin's gaze.

Get up, get dressed, eat.

A short while later, Xu Yuexin led Shen Qingru to the post office, sent a Telegram to Kwai Chung Factory, asking them to pack all inventory and contact a shipping company to book a container.

Oh right, also go to another place to purchase Chips.

Back when Xu Yuexin first connected with Alyosha last year, he had the factory stop taking new orders and stockpile all self‑produced Chips.

Including the stockpiled amount, they still needed to procure over 60,000 Chips.

Shen Qingru also sent a Telegram to Aunt Cheng, who was in Tokyo, inviting her to return home to discuss business.

After a while, Cheng Li Yan, upon receiving the Telegram, flew in and arrived at Capital International Airport.

Xu Yuexin and Shen Qingru got the news and waited outside the airport terminal to greet her.

After meeting, Shen Qingru showed a genuine smile and hurried forward to welcome.

"Cheng Li Yan."

"Ru Ru."

The two greeted each other warmly.

"Boss Xu, we meet again."

Then, Cheng Li Yan proactively extended her hand to Xu Yuexin.

"Hello Director Cheng, thank you for coming from afar."

Xu Yuexin grasped Cheng Li Yan's hand, lifted the corner of his mouth and said.

Today, Cheng Li Yan wore a black business suit, paired with sheer flesh‑colored stockings and high heels, giving her a crisp professional look and a dashing demeanor.

At the same time, her neatly styled bun added a mature charm.

"It's not a hardship; just thinking of cooperating with you energizes me."

Cheng Li Yan spoke at a rapid pace, clearly a courtroom ace.

After shaking hands, the group walked toward the airport exit.

Shen Qingru had already briefly briefed Cheng Li Yan on the trade situation via Telegram; this visit was to ask her to serve as legal counsel for Xu Yuexin, to handle any disputes that might arise.

"I didn't expect you to come so quickly."

As they walked toward the taxi Dispatch Point, Shen Qingru remarked.

"Boss Xu has business, and you invited me, how could I not come?"

"Anyway, thank you, Aunt Cheng, for gracing us with your presence."

Xu Yuexin continued with a smile.

Xu Yuexin knew that a mere trade case wouldn't normally prompt Cheng Li Yan, a Partner at a large law firm, to come in person.

She must have another purpose for coming.

The three got into a taxi at the Dispatch Point and headed to Shen Qingru's two‑courtyard residence.

After alighting, Cheng Li Yan couldn't rest; she entered the courtyard and immediately began asking Xu Yuexin about the trade details.

"Is this a Barter trade?"

After learning the transaction details, Cheng Li Yan mused, "This type of trade tends to generate disputes more easily."

"You must have looked into this beforehand, right?"

"I've looked into it; that's why I invited you to oversee it."

Xu Yuexin nodded, and together with her and Shen Qingru, went to the main hall Zhongtang to sit.

"Alright, let's first discuss a few points that often cause disputes."

"First, the counterpart's payment is in goods, which makes disputes more likely than with advanced (currency) payments."

"Dispute points usually focus on the quality of the exchanged items, which also involves the timing of responsibilities in sea shipping…"

Cheng Li Yan explained to Xu Yuexin.

Xu Yuexin listened attentively, nodding from time to time.

As a party to the deal, Xu Yuexin must grasp certain professional knowledge to cooperate better with Cheng Li Yan in the subsequent trade.

The two talked for a long time, and after it ended Cheng Li Yan felt great admiration for Xu Yuexin's insight.

The knowledge introduced by Cheng Li Yan included many professional trade laws and shipping information, and Xu Yuexin understood it all without needing a second explanation.

Young fellow, your mind still works very fast.

No wonder, at such a young age he could build such a family business.

Cheng Li Yan thought.

A few days later, Xu Yuexin, Cheng Li Yan, and Shen Qingru set off for Xiangjiang together.

The cargo handover point was at Kwai Chung dock; the party booked a hotel with the best possible conditions nearby, waiting for the other side to arrive.

Of course, they weren't just waiting idly.

During that time, Xu Yuexin had to direct the factory staff to prepare the goods, coordinate with the shipping company, and lease warehouses needed for subsequent storage.

Especially the warehouse leasing, Xu Yuexin spent a lot of effort on that.

Xiangjiang's climate is humid and rainy, and right now it's the "returning south" season; only a warehouse that was extremely restless could guarantee Black bear skin and Fir wood were preserved perfectly. By the time he finished leasing the warehouse, the Soviet ship had also arrived.

Xu Yuexin and Cheng Li Yan boarded the ship together for inspection, and Cheng Li Yan's assistant also came aboard with them.

Inside the ship, about half was Black bear skin and half was Fir wood.

Xu Yuexin and Cheng Li Yan patiently and carefully inspected, finally confirming the quality of all the cargo.

They were intact, undamaged, dry with no moisture marks, the kind that could be sold directly on the market.

Very good, the receipt can be confirmed.

Xu Yuexin and Cheng Li Yan exchanged glances, seeing mutual approval in each other's eyes.

"Unload the cargo."

Xu Yuexin said to Alexander.

Alexander nodded, using the intercom to contact Alyosha, who was responsible for inspecting the Chip.

After a brief conversation in Russian, Alexander ended the call and turned to contact the port side for unloading.

Entering the 1980s, the Xiangjiang port's automation level was already very high.

Workers operated a single massive mechanical arm, clamping the large container loaded with premium Black bear skin and Fir wood, and placing it onto the shore.

Everything proceeded in such orderly, peaceful, and harmonious manner.

According to the Contract between the parties, once the container reached the shore, responsibility shifted to Xu Yuexin's side.

From now on, whatever happens to the cargo, it has nothing to do with Alexander and his side.

On the deck, after inspecting the Chip, Alyosha returned to Alexander and Xu Yuexin, holding the already prepared cargo delivery documents, intending to have the two of them sign shortly.

"Boom—…"

"Boom—…"

Under the gaze of Xu Yuexin, Cheng Li Yan, and Alexander, box after box of precious cargo was clamped by the mechanical arm onto the shore, placed securely and steadily.

Soon, it was the turn of the last container.

This container held Fir wood, valued at roughly $500,000.

The mechanical arm, just like with the previous containers, clamped it, lifted it over the water at the dock edge, and moved it toward the shore.

This time, the arm's speed seemed slower than before; after raising the cargo into the air, it even showed a tendency to pause.

Alexander found it odd, picked up the intercom to contact the port side.

Xu Yuexin, however, sensed an ominous vibe from the arm's abnormal behavior.

"Get out of the way quickly!"

Xu Yuexin briefly observed the arm, then immediately grabbed the arms of Cheng Li Yan and Shen Qingru, pulling them back into the cabin.

Alexander, Alyosha, and the other crew on deck were stunned for a moment, then fled frantically toward the hold.

In midair, the mechanical claw that had firmly grasped the container began to loosen, and with a "Bang," the container fell freely, striking the ship's side.

Inside the cabin, Xu Yuexin, Cheng Li Yan, and Shen Qingru all felt a massive shock, as if the ship were about to sink.

Thank heavens…

Cheng Li Yan's complexion faded, then she let out a long sigh of gratitude, looking toward Xu Yuexin.

If he hadn't pulled her back to the cabin at top speed just now, the outcome would have been truly unpredictable.

"Get out quickly."

At that moment, Xu Yuexin hurriedly said to Cheng Li Yan and Shen Qingru,

If that earlier impact had broken the hull, staying on the deck would have offered the greatest chance of escape.

"Hmm."

Cheng Li Yan and Shen Qingru quickly followed Xu Yuexin, walking with him onto the deck.

Thank heavens, the container didn't hit the deck; it only smashed a large chunk out of the ship's side.

As for the cargo, of course it all fell into the sea.

"How do we handle this?"

Xu Yuexin immediately looked at Alexander and Alyosha, asking them to come up with a solution.

"The transporter bears full responsibility."

Alyosha said without hesitation, "The agreement I signed with them includes a liability for handling."

Alexander took out his phone, his expression grim, and contacted the shipping company.

Xu Yuexin said nothing, merely looking toward the dock.

At this moment, the dock was in complete chaos.

From the shouts of workers and supervisors above, Xu Yuexin gathered that a worker operating the mechanical arm had suddenly fallen ill, causing the arm to malfunction and the cargo to slip.

The container fell into the seawater between the large ship and the shore, making salvage impossible.

Moreover, what's inside is Fir wood, so even if you pull it out it can't be used; no one would make furniture from high‑grade wood that has been soaked.

Sukabuli!

Amid the clamor, Alexander suddenly shouted angrily and cut off the communication.

It must have been a mishap in the dealings with the transport company.

Xu Yuexin reflexively responded, asking Alexander about the situation.

"The transport company insists that the workers' sudden illness is force majeure and not subject to compensation."

"We may have to apply for arbitration, or even go to court."

Alexander panted heavily, his brows unable to hide his fury.

"Then you must first guarantee full delivery to us."

At this moment, Cheng Li Yan, ever perceptive, made a request.

"Yes, the Contract states that delivery is today."

Xu Yuexin said gravely, "We cannot delay."

"This..."

Alyosha was about to speak, but Alexander gave him a look and cut him off.

"The Contract stipulates that in case of force majeure, delivery can be postponed up to one month."

"This time qualifies as force majeure."

Alexander said in a heavy tone.

(End of chapter)