Chapter 150 The Situation is Clear

At the hotel.

The hotel corridors were dimly lit and quiet.

Tan Shen stood at the door and knocked, but no one answered.

"Mr. Fu, are you there?" Tan Shen asked tentatively.

Tan Shen knocked again, but still no one answered the door.

Tan Shen took out his phone and called Fu Shenyuan.

The phone rang for a long time, but no one answered.

So, as usual, Tan Shen used the spare room card to open the door.

As soon as he entered, a strong smell of alcohol hit him, startling him.

In the living room of the hotel suite, heavy blackout curtains rendered the room completely dark.

The room was pitch black, making it impossible to tell whether it was day or night.

Tan Shen turned on his flashlight and groped his way over, pressing the button for the automatic curtains, allowing the dazzling morning sunlight to stream in.

He peered through a hole in the decorative wall connecting to the bedroom, using the sunlight to see a bulge on the bed. Fu Shenyuan was lying on the bed, still asleep.

Tan Shen went into the bedroom as usual and woke Fu Shenyuan up.

However, Fu Shenyuan had drunk too much and was not very sober at the moment, barely managing to open his eyes.

Tan Shen was a little surprised that President Fu had actually drunk too much.

Tan Shen said, "President Fu, you're awake. There's a company meeting this morning that requires your attention. Vice President Fu Hongkai will also be in attendance. You can't miss this meeting."

Fu Shenyuan moved slightly.

Tan Shen knew he had heard him.

Fu Shenyuan perked up at the mention of Fu Hongkai's name.

His second uncle hasn't been quiet lately at the group; there have been signs that he's about to make a move.

The crustal activity that occurs before a giant crocodile, which has been dormant for a long time, opens its mouth.

Fu Shenyuan sat up despite his headache, pressing his temples to relieve the discomfort of being drunk.

The feeling of a hangover is enough to make one angry and uneasy.

Tan Shen couldn't help but ask, "President Fu, when I delivered the documents to you last night, you hadn't been drinking yet, and then you..."

Last night, Tan Shen returned the contract from the Qingshan Villa. At the time, Fu Shenyuan was working at his desk in the hotel.

Fu Shenyuan did not drink alcohol at the time.

But the wine this morning was what President Fu drank after he left.

Why did Mr. Fu drink so much alcohol?

Fu Shenyuan lowered his eyes and glanced at the glaring sunlight outside.

He didn't know what was wrong with him last night. After finishing the contract, he suddenly felt unwell.

He didn't even figure out why.

He ordered a few bottles of wine from the hotel, and after drinking them, he vaguely saw the little girl who had reached out to him many years ago appear in front of him.

"Brother Xiaochuan, why do you look so sad? Did something happen that made you sad?"

The little girl sat down beside him and reached out to wipe away his tears.

Fu Shenyuan suddenly felt sad, and the little girl panicked when she saw this and wanted to hug him.

Just as Fu Shenyuan reached out to hug the little girl back, the little girl's phantom gradually disappeared.

His embrace was empty.

When your arms are empty, your heart feels empty too.

It was as if he had lost something extremely important.

But he didn't know exactly what he had lost.

This feeling of confusion and pain is the most tormenting.

Finally, without realizing it, he swallowed the bitter wine and drank too much.

Fu Shenyuan also knew that sometimes alcohol was a good thing to numb the nerves.

Fu Shenyuan noticed that he had recently started to change from the way he used to be.

He thought only Jiang Ranxing was changing.

It seems that it's not just Jiang Ranxing who has changed.

Fu Shenyuan gave a wry smile.

Then, Fu Shenyuan shook his head at Tan Shen: "It's okay, go get a suit, we'll go back to the company in a bit."

Tan Shen nodded and left the bedroom, waiting outside for Fu Shenyuan.

Fu Group.

The central conference room was filled with senior executives from the Fu Group today.

The aura of superior authority filled the entire conference room.

When Fu Hongkai entered, leaders at all levels stood up to greet him.

Everyone present knew that, apart from the young leader, the only other person in charge of the Fu Group was Fu Hongkai, who belonged to the older generation.

"Vice President, please have a seat."

The senior leader spoke respectfully to Fu Hongkai.

Fu Hongkai nodded and sat down in the first seat on the side, his eyes filled with a warm smile.

However, when faced with the only empty center seat, a different glint flashed in his eyes, a fierce jealousy flickering across them.

He cannot sit in that seat that symbolizes the position of the person in power yet.

Even though he is now second only to the emperor and above everyone else, he is still not satisfied with that junior, Fu Shenyuan, standing above him.

Thinking of Jiang Ranxing, whom he had met at the old house a few days ago, Fu Hongkai chuckled.

Everyone has weaknesses, and Fu Shenyuan is no exception.

Once someone seizes your weakest point, no matter how dangerous or fierce the place, you'll have no choice but to submit.

He glanced at his watch and deliberately lowered his voice to ask slowly, "Where's the president? Why is he late for the meeting today? Where's his assistant?"

Since Fu Shenyuan and Tan Shen hadn't arrived yet, the secretary had to step forward to explain.

"President Fu has work to do and is on his way back to the group now."

Fu Hongkai smiled magnanimously and explained on behalf of Fu Shenyuan.

"It seems that President Fu is still young and cannot balance his various tasks well. We should all be more understanding in the future."

As soon as Fu Hongkai said this, everyone present secretly thought that young people were indeed somewhat unreliable.

Fu Hongkai observed everyone's expressions and raised an eyebrow.

He was already an expert at manipulating people's hearts.

At this moment, Fu Hongkai was like a king looking down upon the world.

After a while, the door to the central conference room was opened again.

All eyes turned to the doorway.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Fu Shenyuan, accompanied by Tan Shen, walked in as if a gust of wind was blowing around him.

The young man's aura was enough to intimidate all the older executives.

As soon as he entered, everyone stood up and greeted him, "President."

Fu Hongkai slowly stood up and said unhurriedly, "Shen Yuan, my legs have been a bit cold these past few days, so it's a little uncomfortable for me to stand up."

Fu Shenyuan glanced at him, remained silent for a moment, and then smiled.

"Vice President, please don't stand on ceremony, have a seat," Fu Shenyuan said.

Fu Shenyuan sat down in the only seat at the very back of the long table, looking at Fu Hongkai without saying a word.

Fu Hongkai noticed that Fu Shenyuan addressed him not as his respected second uncle, but as the vice president, a title that seemed to place him above others.

Regardless, Fu Shenyuan, as his junior, already holds a higher position in the company than him.

Fu Hongkai gritted his teeth, waiting for an opportunity to seize on Fu Shenyuan's mistake.

Sooner or later, Fu Shenyuan, who never belonged in this position, will have to give up his place.

Five minutes later, in the main conference room of the Fu Group, a high-level meeting that held the lifeline of the Fu Group and the livelihoods of millions of employees officially began.

The meeting lasted the entire morning, and when Fu Shenyuan checked his watch again, it was already noon.

"That concludes today's meeting. I look forward to seeing what you all can do to satisfy me next time."

Fu Shenyuan rested his hands on the long table, his gaze sweeping across the faces of each executive, his judgmental look unabashedly fixed on them.

Although these high-ranking officials usually acted quite aloof, none of them could look Fu Shenyuan in the eye, for fear of getting into trouble.

Fu Shenyuan observed the expressions of these people, calculating in his mind, completely in control of the fate of the Fu Group.

After a short while, he spoke calmly: "Meeting adjourned, everyone."

Everyone hurriedly left the oppressive atmosphere of the central conference room.

Only Fu Shenyuan and Fu Hongkai remained in the conference room.

Fu Shenyuan then changed his form of address, speaking in the manner of a junior: "Second Uncle, is there anything else?"

Fu Hongkai smiled, but it was a forced smile.

He said, "Shen Yuan, you don't look well. Did you drink last night?"

Fu Shenyuan's eyes turned cold as he glanced at him.

"Is something wrong at home? I saw Ranxing at the old house the other day, but you didn't come with me. What's wrong? Did you have a fight?"

Fu Shenyuan glanced at Fu Hongkai, who was unaware of Jiang Ranxing's whereabouts.

Jiang Ranxing went to the old house again?

What did she go to the old house for?

Fu Shenyuan chuckled softly, not letting Fu Hongkai notice anything.

Fu Shenyuan said, "Second Uncle, it's common for couples to argue. You should be able to understand that, right?"

Fu Hongkai nodded and said, "Of course, but I heard that your Miss Lin is currently living in Qingshan. Does that mean she and Ranxing are both living there at the same time?"

Fu Shenyuan did not answer; he sensed Fu Hongkai's suspicion.

"Second Uncle, just say what you want to say directly, no need to beat around the bush," Fu Shenyuan said with a cold snort.

Fu Hongkai laughed loudly: "Shen Yuan, do you know what important things a person in power needs besides real power and brains?"

"The reputation of the person in power," Fu Hongkai said with a smile. "As the head of a business empire, if you can't even manage your own private life, do you think so many people under you will believe that you can manage such a large group?"

"Shen Yuan, if those high-ranking officials knew that the head of our Fu family is now living such a private life, do you think they would still trust and respect you?"

Fu Shenyuan understood what Fu Hongkai meant.

Fu Hongkai was openly threatening him.

His divorce and his relationship with Lin Xuesha may directly affect his position within the Fu Group.

Fu Hongkai tried to pull him down, he kept trying.

Whether in business or in private, this second uncle had no good intentions towards him.

Fu Shenyuan just gave a cold laugh, and then maintained a respectful tone towards his second uncle, who had long coveted his position.

"Second Uncle, I will handle my private life well, so please don't worry about me."

Fu Hongkai's eyes flashed with a sharp light: "I hope so."

Fu Hongkai stood up and said, "Shen Yuan, if there's anything you can't handle on your own, you can come to your second uncle. After your parents passed away, I have an obligation to take care of you in place of your father."

Upon hearing Fu Hongkai mention his parents, Fu Shenyuan's brows immediately sharpened.

He knew perfectly well who had plotted against his parents.

This grudge will be avenged sooner or later.

"Second Uncle, I will."

After saying this, Fu Shenyuan turned and left, no longer wanting to engage in any more pretense with Fu Hongkai.

Fu Hongkai chuckled twice, his expression meaningful.

He beckoned slightly, signaling his secretary to come over.

Fu Hongkai said to his secretary, "Go find someone to make arrangements so that we can spread some information to the outside world and to those in higher positions."

The secretary asked in a low voice, "President Fu, are you sure you want to do this? Chairman Fu values ​​the Fu family's reputation very much and will not allow any scandals to occur, especially not Fu Shenyuan's private life. He is still the head of the Fu Group. Do we really want to take action against him rashly?"

Fu Hongkai examined the valuable wooden bracelet in his hand, handling and rubbing it gently, holding it tightly in his palm.

His smile was deep and sarcastic.

Fu Hongkai said, "The reputation of the Fu family is important, but that's my reputation that's important. Why should we care about Fu Shenyuan's reputation?"

Fu Hongkai always acts only for his own benefit, showing no mercy to others.

Not to mention Fu Shenyuan, whom he considered a thorn in his side.

Fu Hongkai said confidently, "Fu Shenyuan handed us his weakness himself, so you can't blame me for being heartless as an elder."

The secretary nodded after listening: "Mr. Fu is right, I'll send someone to do it right away."

Fu Hongkai added, "At the same time, go and call over the people in the Fu family who hold small shares. Let's have a meal together. I should take back their shares at that time."

The secretary said, "Mr. Fu, apart from the former chairman and President Fu Shenyuan, the other shareholders who hold small amounts of shares in the Fu Group are all interested in you. It's almost certain that we can take back all the shares and then confront the president."

Fu Hongkai chuckled twice and said, "Then go and do it."

The secretary acknowledged and went to do so, then left the central conference room.

Fu Hongkai walked to the window and looked down from the near-top floor.

The entire scene downstairs was shrunk to the size of a model.

It was as if he could control everything with just a wave of his hand.

That is indeed the case in reality.

"My good nephew, soon the person in charge of our Fu family will change. Be prepared."

Fu Hongkai also turned and left the central conference room.

At this moment, Ling Su is in the design department on the 26th floor.

"Congratulations to designer Jiang on her great success at this Fashion Week! Congratulations everyone!"

At the regular meeting, the design department was reviewing the recent work plan, and Jiang Ranxing's success was naturally the top priority.

Designer Jiang received applause from a group of outstanding colleagues.

"Among our peers in the fashion copyright industry recently, the one we mention the most is Lingsu. We are still a dominant force. Thanks to everyone's support, Lingsu has made progress."

Ji Shiheng stood at one end of the long table, looking at the data on the large screen opposite him, and spoke.

Ji Shiheng was in a good mood at this moment, clearly quite relaxed, so he said,

"Today it's my treat! Everyone can pick any seat in the city to celebrate your success!"

Upon hearing this, everyone cheered: "President Ji is awesome!" "Thank you, President Ji!"

Ji Shiheng smiled brightly. He glanced at her and saw that Jiang Ranxing wasn't particularly excited; she simply maintained a polite, professional smile.

After everyone discussed the recent work direction, Ji Shiheng adjourned the meeting.

"Jiang Ranxing, wait a minute."

Just as Jiang Ranxing was about to stand up, Ji Shiheng stopped her.

Jiang Ranxing sat back down and said, "Is there anything else, President Ji?"

Ji Shiheng shook his head and said, "It's not about work. You don't seem to be feeling well. How are you feeling?"

"Ah, this,"

Jiang Ranxing paused.

She was indeed feeling unwell, after all, she was pregnant, and the baby was really bothering her, so her energy was somewhat depleted.

"I feel a little unwell, but it's nothing serious."

Jiang Ranxing didn't immediately reveal her situation. She wanted to think it over first and then find an opportunity to formally discuss it with Ji Shiheng.

She might have to stop working for this reason, so she needs to make arrangements for the startup team in advance to prevent her team from becoming disoriented and in disarray.

Ji Shiheng seemed to know what was troubling her.

Ji Shiheng said, "How about this, I have some other things I need you to do recently."

Jiang Ranxing asked in confusion, "What is it?"

"Check your phone messages." Ji Shiheng took out his phone and forwarded a message to Jiang Ranxing.

Jiang Ranxing picked up the phone and looked at it; it was an electronic invitation.

Jiang Ranxing clicked on it, and it clearly read, "H University in City A cordially invites Leader Su to attend the 100th Anniversary Celebration Ceremony of the University".

“You’re a student at H University, so I think it’s perfect for you to go,” Ji Shiheng said, pointing to himself. “As for me, I’m not familiar with that school at all, and it would be difficult to refuse the school’s invitation. Why don’t you go?”

Ji Shiheng clasped his hands together and said, "I'll grant you a leave of absence, which will also serve as a reward for your success at this fashion week. You just need to attend the school anniversary celebration while you're at it."

Jiang Ranxing immediately understood what it meant.

Ji Shiheng was actually giving her a break, but not openly and directly.

However, she was already quite satisfied.

Moreover, her body really needs rest, and her mind even more so; she's been in a state of confusion lately and wants to escape for a while.

She was very grateful for Ji Shiheng's arrangements.

Jiang Ranxing said gratefully, "Thank you, President Ji. I will attend the school anniversary celebration on time."

Ji Shiheng smiled, his eyes narrowing. He said softly, "You're welcome. Let's have dinner together tonight and then you can start your vacation. We can keep in touch online for work."

Jiang Ranxing felt a warmth in her heart from Ji Shiheng's words.

She hadn't expected that Ji Shiheng, who seemed carefree and irreverent, was actually a very thoughtful and considerate person.

He can take care of a lot of things.

It seems she really misunderstood Ji Shiheng before.

Jiang Ranxing thought for a moment and then said, "Then let's all see each other again tonight. I need to go back and arrange some work first."

"OK, go ahead."

Ji Shiheng also stood up and walked out of the conference room.

After returning to his office, Jiang Ranxing held a short meeting with his assistant, distributed the recent work plan to everyone, and stated that he would be away from the company for a short period of time due to an overseas assignment.

Everyone was very satisfied with Jiang Ranxing's arrangements and was more enthusiastic about their work.

Jiang Ranxing spent an afternoon arranging almost everything, and copied the work materials to a USB drive and put them in the inner pocket of his bag.

I glanced at the time; it was almost time to get off work.

Jiang Ranxing shut down her computer and heard someone calling her name outside.

"Designer Jiang, have you finished? Let's go."

Jiang Ranxing replied, "Okay, coming right away."

Jiang Ranxing picked up her bag, got up, and went outside. She saw that many colleagues had already gathered at the elevator, waiting to have a meal together.

Someone said, "Designer Jiang, what do you like to eat? Do you have any recommendations? Preferably something expensive. President Ji will pay the bill. He's very generous, so it's okay to rip him off."

Jiang Ranxing didn't have any particular thoughts: "I'm fine, I'll listen to everyone."

After a while, someone suggested, "Hey! How about we go eat at the new hotel that the Fu Group just opened?"