Zhou Yuanhang nodded.
His expression was somewhat downcast.
"My uncle was highly skilled in his field. A lot of the technology his factory had developed was among the most advanced in the country. Someone got greedy and kidnapped my Paternal Cousin, trying to force my uncle to hand over technical documents in exchange for her!"
"Luckily, my uncle reported it to the police right away. The officers managed to rescue my Paternal Cousin, but the experience left her traumatized!"
This was the first time Song Ning had heard the full story of Zhou Xiaotang's kidnapping.
"Then why was she kidnapped this time?"
Zhou Yuanhang shook his head.
"The kidnappers left a message stating their demands last time. This time, she was rescued so quickly that we hadn't received any word from them yet, but I imagine their motive was much the same!"
"But your uncle was already dead this time! Who were they trying to threaten by kidnapping Zhou Xiaotang?"
Zhou Yuanhang shook his head again.
"I don't know the details either. I only learned about the previous incident from the police over the past few days! My parents live in Rong City, and I'm in Shanghai City. We... weren't in touch with my uncle's family very often."
Song Ning nodded and returned to the subject.
"I think you should have another proper talk with Zhou Xiaotang, and explain the stakes to your Paternal Cousin's Wife as well. Give them enough time to think it over carefully before deciding!"
"That way, whether she accepts the factory job or not, at least she won't have any regrets!"
"Song Ning!"
Zhou Yuanhang looked at her, his expression troubled.
"Could I ask you to... help me talk to Xiaotang? I'm really no good at handling things like this! I do want to persuade