At the Fu family's old residence, Fu Yan had just returned to China and immediately called his son back home.

The family of three sat in the restaurant having lunch, the atmosphere somewhat quiet.

Shen Ronghua looked at her husband, then at her son, and frowned.

Although the father and son were not usually talkative at home, it had been half a year since they last met.

These two didn't even exchange a single greeting.

This is not normal.

Shen Ronghua's guess was indeed correct, because the next moment, Fu Yan put down his chopsticks and spoke up.

"Xingzhou, I've heard that you've been going against the Bai family lately. Can you tell me why?"

Fu Xingzhou continued moving, seemingly anticipating his father's question.

"The Fu family has always supported the Bai family, resulting in too many vested interests, which is not suitable for the company's future development."

"A swift and decisive resolution to the feud will be more beneficial for headquarters."

The reason sounded plausible, but Fu Yan scoffed at it.

“Xingzhou, although you have been in charge of the Fu Group headquarters for three years, you still haven’t figured out the ins and outs.”

"The Bai family and the Fu family have been on good terms for generations. Although the Bai family's power is weaker than before, its demise cannot be attributed to the Fu family."

"It can't be you, do you understand?"

Fu Xingzhou put down his chopsticks, looking somewhat impatient.

"Dad, what are you trying to say?"

"I've already heard about the annulment of the engagement; we can't do that."

Fu Yan categorically denied the idea, which drew a sneer from Fu Xingzhou.

"This is my own engagement, why can't it be called off?"

"Bai Weiwei is using the Fu family's name to cause trouble outside. Is such a person really suitable to be the future mistress of the Fu family?"

The father and son were locked in a fierce battle, neither willing to back down.

Caught in the middle, Shen Ronghua decisively sided with her husband.

"Xingzhou, what's wrong with Weiwei? In terms of family background, appearance, and character, she is the epitome of a lady from a prestigious family. She is the most suitable candidate for marriage."

"Besides, the Bai family only has one daughter, Weiwei. In the future, the Bai family will all be yours. You're so career-minded, aren't you tempted?"

"If you think it's good, you can marry her yourself."

Fu Xingzhou's face was cold, and his words became increasingly sharp.

"You child! How can you talk to me like that?"

Looking at his son's resolute face, Fu Yan knew that these reasons were simply not enough to persuade him.

"Is it because of that woman named Li Susu?"

Upon hearing Fu Yan's words, Shen Ronghua could no longer contain herself.

"That woman is a vixen, and she's already been married. How could she be worthy of the Fu family's reputation?"

"And this woman has made things difficult for Weiwei time and time again; she's utterly despicable!"

Fu Xingzhou suddenly stood up. "If you don't have anything important to say, I'll be leaving now. I have a meeting this afternoon."

With that, he turned to leave.

"Stop! I haven't finished speaking, Fu Xingzhou. When did you become so rude?"

Fu Yan's expression darkened, clearly angered by his son's attitude.

Fu Xingzhou stopped in his tracks, somewhat helpless, but his decision was irreversible.

"Dad, I've made up my mind about announcing the engagement. I'll announce it once the Bai family's matter is resolved."

"I hope you two will allow me to make my own decision regarding my marriage."

"Furthermore, I don't need any business marriages to consolidate the Fu family's assets."