The eldest son and youngest grandson of the Yu family are both at home today because of Yu Mei's matter. The eldest grandson's leg is still not healed, so he has been resting at home.

The Yu family was extremely alarmed by this incident.

Years ago, many people in the compound were sent to the countryside with their entire families for some unfounded reasons, and many of them have not returned to this day.

Old Master Yu even knew that if the Mu family hadn't reacted quickly, they might be nowhere to be found right now.

Old Master Yu was already quite timid, and with his advanced age, he also valued empty titles, so he took this matter very seriously.

He thought about it all night and has already made his decision.

He had always thought highly of his youngest son, believing that his son was naturally suited for politics—deep, thoughtful, adept at using situations, and skilled at understanding people's hearts. Unfortunately, he only had one daughter.

In the eyes of the old master Yu, the Yu family still needs his two grandsons, so he has been personally raising them since they were young. If it is for the future of his two grandsons, he can give up his second son.

This was the decision that Old Master Yu made after thinking about it all night.

After sitting down, Old Master Yu remained silent for a long time. When he didn't speak, everyone else didn't dare to breathe.

Yu Lao Er chose a corner to sit down, seemingly having already anticipated his father's decision.

We've been father and son for over forty years, who doesn't know who?

He suddenly felt ridiculous. His achievements were clearly greater than his older brother's, and his future was better, but he was marginalized by his father simply because he didn't have a son.

Over the years, his father has never paved the way for him. He got to where he is today entirely on his own. Of course, he has also used his father's connections, but those were things he earned himself.

But his older brother was different; almost all of his promotions were due to his father's influence.

Nothing much has happened yet, but instead of trying to minimize the problem, my father is focused on removing him from the family and protecting the eldest son's family.

OK!

That's really impressive!

Yu Lao Er lowered his head and thought that even if he was excluded, he would still make a hefty profit. Since the resources were all favoring his eldest brother's family, he should rightfully own the majority of the assets.

Old Master Yu sighed, finally about to speak.

Yu Lao Er kept his head down, plotting how to squeeze more money out of the old man.

Old Master Yu: "Second son! You should know the situation at home very well. After I retire, many of my connections will be useless. There are only you and your eldest brother in the family. You don't have a son, so our Yu family will still have to rely on your two nephews in the future. The future of our Yu family rests on their shoulders. If they rise up, you, as their uncle, will be a great help to them. To put it bluntly, even after you pass away, you'll still have to rely on them to break pots!"

Second son! Your stepdaughter's matter is very serious! Even if she did nothing, it's already intolerable just because she's your bloodline, let alone the fact that she actually did espionage.

The fact that you were able to walk out of the interrogation room only means you were lucky and that you were meticulous enough; otherwise, the consequences would have been unimaginable.

It's only because the rumors have died down now, otherwise my whole family would be in a terrible state right now!

However, second brother, although you are only her stepfather, a stepfather is still a father. Over the years, who in the compound doesn't know that you have doted on her and her mother?

Although we're no longer suspected, I still feel this isn't over. Your niece-in-law was taken away for questioning and hasn't returned yet.

Second brother! For the sake of the Yu family's future, I have no choice but to separate you. If circumstances force me, I might even have to sever ties in the newspaper. But second brother, this is only a temporary measure. Privately, we will always be family. You brothers must support each other and move forward together. Only by supporting each other can you climb higher.

Second brother! You can't blame me!

Yu Lao Er sneered inwardly.

Are they supporting each other as they walk forward?

Shouldn't he be unconditionally helping his brother or nephew move forward?

His father really had a brilliant plan!

Yu Lao Er looked up and stared straight into his father's eyes, as if trying to peer into his soul through them.

Feeling guilty under his gaze, Old Master Yu coughed lightly.

After a long while, just as Old Master Yu was about to lose his patience, Yu the Second spoke up, "I will do whatever Father says. However, as you know, I don't have much savings over the years. If we move out, I'm afraid I won't even be able to afford to rent a place."

Grandpa Yu frowned and asked suspiciously, "Where did your salary go all these years?"

Yu Lao Er: "I only have a small salary. Not to mention the living expenses, my wife is a housewife. The whole family lives on my salary. In addition, I have to spend a lot of money on work-related activities. So, we can't make ends meet. Dad, if you want to separate us out, you have to help us. It wouldn't be good for you if we just moved out like this."

"Dad, don't you have a three-courtyard house outside? Why don't you transfer it to my name?"

Grandpa Yu suddenly looked up at Yu Lao Er, staring intently at him with a probing gaze.

How did he know he had a three-courtyard house?

That was given to him by someone who asked him for help at the very beginning of the turmoil.

He thought he wanted to leave a safety net for his two grandsons, so he accepted the money. He thought he had done it without anyone knowing, and he didn't know how his second son found out. So, does anyone else know about this?

Old Master Yu felt a little alarmed upon reflection.

The charge of accepting bribes in his position is quite serious, especially considering the size of the mansion.

He had seen the house; it was a very well-preserved three-courtyard house in a good location, right next to the Forbidden City, and he took a liking to it at first sight.

The eldest son and his two sons looked at Old Master Yu in astonishment. How come they never knew that there was such a big house in the family?

Three courtyards, that's no joke.

Yu Lao Er was not intimidated by Old Master Yu's gaze. He had made up his mind that this was his only chance.

Just when everyone thought that Grandpa Yu might get angry, he spoke up: "I will find a way to get the government compound to allocate a house for you as soon as possible. With your position, the house allocated to you will not be too bad. It will be at least a hundred square meters, which will be enough for you two to live in."

Yu Lao Er shook his head and said, "Dad, I feel very insecure right now. This time I've been separated from the family, who knows what will happen in the future? I'm a timid person, and I feel more at ease living in a house under my own name. Otherwise, I really won't even be able to concentrate on going to work. I'm your son, are you really willing to watch me go downhill?"

My eldest brother and two nephews are all in the military, and I'm the only one in politics. They say the military and politics are often intertwined, and their futures might still depend on my efforts. Dad, please let me rest assured!