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Huo Zhekun's words reassured Jiang Lifang slightly.
Jiang Lifang nodded and said, "We haven't broken any laws, so don't worry. As for our wealth, it's all from Tiantian's business. Every penny is traceable and clear. We told her this before she started doing business. Tiantian is a smart child, and she will definitely do as she's told."
"Yes, don't worry, it will pass quickly." Huo Zhekun stood up and gently hugged his wife. This incident made him understand even more the importance of power.
Those people didn't want him to go up, but he insisted on going up anyway.
Those who caused trouble, we'll get them all back one by one.
Upon receiving the news, the Huo family's patriarch, disregarding the late hour, hurriedly went to Mao'er Hutong under the protection of his guards.
Huo Yingjie and He Tiantian were just about to rest when they heard the report from outside.
The two looked at each other and knew that something had happened, and it wasn't good news.
The two men got dressed and quickly welcomed Old Master Huo inside.
He Tiantian was worried that the old man would get cold, so she got up and got him a blanket to cover his legs, and also made him some hot tea.
"Grandpa, have some tea," He Tiantian said, feeling a little uneasy. What could it be?
I'm a little scared.
After drinking some tea, Old Master Huo calmed down a bit and said softly, "The inspection team is currently inspecting Jiangsu Province. Someone has filed a formal complaint against your father for embezzlement and bribery."
He Tiantian was taken aback and hurriedly asked, "Is it because of my business dealings that someone is using this against me?"
“I didn’t say you were in business, I just said your family was rich, and that there was suspicion of corruption,” Old Master Huo said. “That’s slander. I reminded your father from the beginning that he would not engage in power-for-money transactions.”
After thinking it over carefully, He Tiantian calmed down.
“Yes, I keep detailed accounts for every single business transaction,” He Tiantian said. “And I heard from Brother Qi that they kept very detailed accounts to avoid this kind of situation. I received gifts from Brother Qi, but I paid for them all, so my father-in-law will be fine.”
Huo Yingjie nodded and said, "Yes, Grandfather, don't worry, Father will be fine. This whole thing is fabricated. If we have to declare our assets, our family can explain it clearly. There's nothing to be afraid of."
“I’m not worried about your father getting into trouble. I’m just angry that someone is trying to smear him at this crucial moment,” said Old Master Huo. “The matter hasn’t spread yet, so you know what’s going on. Don’t panic.”
"Yes, I understand, Grandpa," He Tiantian said. "Grandfather, do I need to go to Nanshi to cooperate with the investigation?"
"Don't rush, everything will proceed as usual," said Old Master Huo. "I will handle the activities at the higher-ups. You just need to stay calm and not get angry, lest you cause chaos. When the time comes, someone will come to investigate, and you just need to cooperate with the investigation."
"Yes, Grandfather." He Tiantian nodded. Tomorrow she needed to have a meeting with the lawyer and her staff.
Seeing that his grandfather did not look well, Huo Yingjie comforted him, "Grandfather, Father has had too many smooth years. It's not a bad thing that he's experiencing some setbacks now. It's obvious that someone is trying to smear Father. We need to put on our raincoats beforehand so that we don't get splashed."
"Yes, I will find someone to handle this matter. You don't need to do anything," said Old Master Huo, to avoid making arrangements on both sides, causing chaos, and giving others an opportunity to exploit the situation.
"Yes, I'll follow Grandfather's arrangements," Huo Yingjie said. As for what to do in private, he would make the arrangements and wouldn't let anyone know.
Seeing that the two were settled, Old Master Huo was no longer worried.
"Then I'll go back. Your grandmother is still waiting at home," said Old Master Huo, not wanting to disturb the two of them any longer.
"Grandfather, go back and tell Grandmother that Father is alright, and tell her not to worry," He Tiantian said. She was going to the old house tomorrow to visit her.
He Tiantian was extremely grateful that all her accounts were crystal clear.
After Grandpa Huo left, He Tiantian looked troubled.
"Oh dear, my father-in-law has been implicated because of me," He Tiantian said. She felt guilty if her business dealings affected her father-in-law's career.
"Hehe." Huo Yingjie chuckled and patted He Tiantian's head. "It's your father who dragged you down. His rise to power will inevitably affect other positions, so even though our family isn't in business, there are still other things being used to smear us. You don't need to take all the blame on yourself; it's not your fault at all. When Grandfather came over, he just comforted you and reminded you; he didn't say anything else because we all know it's not your fault."
Hearing Huo Yingjie's words, He Tiantian felt a little better.
"Sigh, I hope this time my father-in-law won't be wronged," He Tiantian said. Such a good official position, it would be too much of a loss if his career were affected because of this.
He Tiantian knew that her father-in-law was an ambitious man in his official career.
If you want to go further, you can't have any flaws.
“Brother Yingjie, although Grandfather told us not to do anything, I still feel bad about it. Please use your abilities to help Father,” He Tiantian said. “Hurry up and think of a way!”
“Actually, my grandfather and I both know that this matter won’t cause any real harm to my father, but it will affect his reputation as an official and thus his career,” Huo Yingjie said. “However, since someone has reported it, the inspection team will investigate, and then our family assets will be made public. They will be very surprised if they know how rich our family is. Fortunately, you have been doing charity work all these years. Apart from investments, more than half of our earnings have been put into veterans’ funds and the Spring Rain Project. If this matter gets big, it will actually enhance the reputation of our Huo family. It’s a blessing in disguise.”
He Tiantian nodded and said, "Yes, you're right. I didn't think too much about it before. I just thought our family is rich, and has too much money, so I wanted to help some people in need. I didn't expect it to have such a positive effect this time. No wonder they say good people are rewarded. We can consider the money we donate to charity every year as a way to accumulate blessings for our Huo family."
“Yes, so don’t be afraid.” Huo Yingjie said with a smile, “Some things, when they happen, seem difficult, but if you overcome them, they might turn into something good. Next, let’s work together to get this going.”
“Okay, let’s make those people lose more than they gain,” He Tiantian said. “We’ll find the mastermind in the end, and even if we can’t deal with them this time, we’ll have another chance to take them down later.”
"That's it, alright, don't worry, let's rest now," Huo Yingjie said, slightly relieved to see that He Tiantian was no longer looking as gloomy as before.
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