As soon as Qin Zongye heard his mother's tone, he knew that it was his parents who did it behind his back.

He felt ashamed and embarrassed. He knew his parents did this for him, so that he could have the chance to marry Ye Shuning. Ye Shuning must have guessed it. How could he face Ye Shuning in the future?

Qin Zongye said angrily, "Dad, Mom, how could you do this? How can I face Ye Shuning and Li Shaozhong in the future? I like Ye Shuning, but I won't use despicable means to destroy their relationship to get Ye Shuning.

Even if we can't be husband and wife, we're still partners. Isn't it obvious that you're trying to push them away by doing this?"

Jin Huilian was also a little exasperated. "This Wang Wenqi is really useless, and she's been spotted by others. She's really more of a hindrance than a help."

Qin Hongchang didn't react much to his son's questioning. He calmly took a sip of tea, put down the cup, looked up at his second son, and said, "A real man is not particular about trivial matters when it comes to success. I did this just to fight for you. If it succeeds, that's even better. If it doesn't, it means their relationship is strong."

You should know Ye Shuning's value without me having to tell you. But do you fully understand it? Do you think she's just good at writing scripts and running a factory? Let me tell you, her greatest strength lies in her brain.

You may have never paid attention to Ye Shuning's academic work. Do you know how valuable those papers she published are? These papers are only a small part of Ye Shuning's achievements. Many of her research results have been secretly hidden and never made public.

You've studied abroad, so you should know the power of science and technology, and the value of advanced technology. The value of one piece of advanced technology is often greater than the value of a few or even a dozen films you've made. Do you know how much Ye Shuning has in her hands?"

Qin Zongye was shocked after hearing his father's words, "Dad, are you investigating Ye Shuning?"

Qin Hongchang snorted, "I just want to understand her value better."

Qin Zongye hadn't expected his father to pay so much attention to Ye Shuning, even sending people to investigate her privately. This was also the first time he'd gotten to know Ye Shuning's more powerful side. If, as his father said, Ye Shuning possessed many advanced technologies, then it was no wonder his father was so eager to bring her under the Qin family's name.

But no matter what, he will never use dishonorable means to get what he wants. He will fight for what he wants openly and honestly, and will not regret it if he doesn't get it in the end.

The same goes for Ye Shuning's case. He would not use dishonorable means to destroy the relationship between Ye Shuning and Li Shaozhong, as that would make him look down on himself.

Qin Hongchang looked at his son's indignant expression and said, "Aye, you are still too young and you still can't see through many things. The business world is like a battlefield, and so is life. If you don't work hard for it, how can you possibly get what you want?

Don't you feel jealous and uncomfortable watching them live together? Don't you want the girl you like to marry you? What's more, this is not only related to your happiness, but also to the future development of the Qin family. Don't you want to fight for it?

If you insist on being aboveboard in everything, you will suffer losses sooner or later. This world is not just black and white, it has many other colors. You must learn to be flexible and use your tactics. Only in this way can you lead the Qin family to greater prosperity in the future."

Qin Zongye knew he had to make his principles clear to his parents. "Dad, I know this world isn't just black and white. I also know that sometimes you have to use some tricks to get things done. But Dad, I don't want to use tricks on Ye Shuning. Even if she can't marry me, she is still my friend and my partner.

I know her very well. As long as I treat her sincerely, she will treat our friendship sincerely. I don't want our relationship to end up in a bad place. I also hope that you and mother can respect my decision."

After hearing his son's words, Qin Hongchang knew that his son had made up his mind. At the same time, he felt relieved. He knew that his son had become a man of integrity and had his own persistence and principles.

He cannot impose his will on his son, as doing so might cause his son to become alienated from him, which is not what he wants to see.

Qin Hongchang sighed and said, "Forget it. It's up to you what you want to do. I don't want to interfere too much. Please apologize to Ye Shuning and the others on our behalf. I hope this won't affect your friendship."

Qin Zongye was very happy to see that his father was convinced by him. "Dad, don't worry. Ye Shuning is not a person who cares so much. She won't take her anger out on me."

After lunch, Qin Zongye left the old house.

Jin Huilian said uncertainly, "I'll call Wenqi later and ask her to stop her actions."

Qin Hongchang sighed and said, "Stop it. People already know about it, so it's useless. My son doesn't agree with it either. I don't want to have an unpleasant experience with him. There's no need. I just want him to know some things and let him make his own choice."

Ye Shuning was very busy every day, but she was relieved that Wang Wenqi didn't contact her again.

Time passed quickly, and another year passed. Ye Shuning felt that there would be good news soon.

That day, Ye Shuning was looking at a report in the office when Li Shaozhong ran in, looking very excited. "Xiao Ning, big brother is here."

Ye Shuning stood up when she heard it. "Really? Where is it?"

Li Shaozhong said: "He's at home. He went directly home."

Ye Shuning and Li Shaozhong immediately took a car back home. Sun Tiancheng knew that Li Shaoting had arrived and also went to the living room.

Li Shaoting was drinking tea in the living room. When he saw Ye Shuning and her brother coming back, he stood up and said, "You're back pretty quickly."

Li Shaozhong saw that his elder brother was quite excited. "Brother, why are you here at this time? Is there any new change?"

Li Shaoting smiled and said, "Are you getting impatient?"

Li Shaozhong pulled Ye Shuning to sit down, "We are really anxious to wait. We hope to go back as soon as possible."

Li Shaoting smiled and picked up a briefcase next to him, took out a document from it and handed it to his brother.

Li Shaozhong took the document and saw that it was a transfer order for him.

Li Shaoting said, "The country is in urgent need of development, and its primary focus will shift to economic development. However, we still need to explore how to take this path. Discussions are still ongoing at the top level."

What is certain, however, is that the country must open its doors to the outside world and reform internally. You've worked at the Zhuzhou Foreign Trade Bureau, and your abilities have been recognized by the leadership. You've also spent the past two years in Nangang, so you have a good understanding of the external situation and considerable experience working abroad. That's why the higher-ups are asking you to return and participate in foreign trade and economic affairs.