Chapter 261 Things Have Changed
"Old Gu said that thanks to Xiao He, if the case dragged on any longer, the news wouldn't be covered up, and it would cause another uproar." Mrs. Qiu sat down. "You investigated Guanghe Group and made an enemy of Chairman Liang. He's definitely going to bring you down. If you don't, he will. You're most afraid of financial and reputational troubles right now. The police are also under pressure because they haven't caught the supplier. You can't escape disgrace, and you might even face imprisonment. What good will it do to clear your name? You can't restore your reputation."
She didn't dare to expose the truth too much. "Director Liang only trusts Liang Chihui. Liang Chihui asked for the person, and then Director Liang gave it to him. Why did Liang Chihui come forward? You brothers have never been on good terms. Besides, he is the major shareholder of Guanghe Group. Even if you fall, he will rest easy. There is no reason for him to help you."
Liang Jishen didn't say anything.
"Everyone's trying to climb to the top of the pyramid, and no one wants to be a stepping stone. They just want to step on others. When others are stepped on, they become enemies and may retaliate and frame you. No matter how cautious you are, you can't prevent it." Mrs. Qiu sighed. "You have made outstanding achievements in China Overseas Group. Your colleagues are jealous, and your subordinates are dissatisfied. You must be careful of their overt and covert attacks. Also, don't blame Xiao He. He Jinping is her biological father. If she doesn't care about him, how can you like such a heartless and ungrateful woman?"
Liang Jishen put down the photo and turned off the lights.
In the endless darkness, his rapid and heavy breathing was like a huge wave under the night sky, surging and sinking to the bottom of the sea.
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The next day, Liang Yanzhang was basking in the sun in the garden downstairs. Ji Xilan was going to attend an auction dinner in the evening and asked He Sang to go with her.
He Sang was unwilling to go and accompany Ji Xilan to appear in public, which confirmed her identity as the daughter-in-law of the third wife. If a clear line was drawn between them later, it would have a huge negative impact on both her and the third wife.
Although many people called her "the Third Young Master's Wife," it was simply out of respect for Liang Jishen's status. They praised him and pleased him, which was a pleasure. Liang Yanzhang and Ji Xilan never acknowledged her, and she never gave birth to a child of the Liang family. She was never legitimate, never able to join the inner circle of wealthy wives.
The daughters-in-law of the four major families either have powerful families or have many children, otherwise they are no different from nannies.
After Li Zhen and Zeng Mingwei got married, she was well aware of the rules of being a wealthy lady. She often lamented that for a commoner woman to rise to a high position, the attitude of her circle and her husband's family depended on the attitude of the man. If the husband loved and respected her enough, the woman would naturally be decent.
But most men get tired of it after just six months, regretting marrying a wife who is not the right match for them and constantly sulking them. Liang Jishen's doting and devotion, however, truly made him a breath of fresh air among the children of the rich and powerful. Because of this, the outside world looked down on He Sang, though they also gave her some respect on the surface.
Ji Xilan took her to the event this time and got the approval of her mother-in-law, so her status was set in stone.
The outside world truly respects her.
Breaking up again is the same as getting a divorce.
He Sang tidied up the hospital bed. "I'm not going anymore. I'll stay and take care of my uncle. Please be on the lookout for Aunt Yao. She'll be at the hospital this afternoon. I'll be there, so you can rest assured."
"The situation is set, there's nothing to be prepared for." Ji Xilan held out hope. "The second son will take the throne, the second branch will win a resounding victory, and we, mother and son, will be banished to the cold palace. We'll lose our shares and power. We might as well make some money, every bit counts."
He Sang folded the quilt, removed the pillowcase, and replaced it with a new one. "Hasn't uncle finished distributing it?"
"That's just a small part." Ji Xilan found that the girl was naive. As the top tycoon in Ji Province, having a mere 10 billion in assets was a joke, wasn't it?
"The remaining portion will be distributed by Yanzhang's lawyers after his death, including financial investments and trust funds. The third house is targeting the trust. I only have the confidence to claim it now that you are pregnant with my eldest grandson."
He Sang said nothing.
"Yan Zhang has already compensated me, and I need an opportunity to get money out of him." Ji Xilan opened her handbag and applied lipstick in front of the makeup mirror. "The divorce hasn't been announced yet, and I'm still Mrs. Liang in name. It's only right for me to go in his place. He'll pay whatever I spend on the auction. The Liang Group is a leading private enterprise, and the auction proceeds are donated to society, so they must take the lead. Yan Zhang doesn't care about the things. I bid for 100 million and sell it for 50 million. Isn't that a net profit of 50 million?"
He Sang didn't understand, "Who are you selling it to?"
Ji Xilan sincerely taught her the ropes, "Sell it to the ladies who curry favor with me. If they don't spend money, how can they please me?"
She couldn't help laughing, "I see."
Ji Xilan wanted to show He Sang the world and make friends with rich ladies, but He Sang refused again and again, which made her angry. He Sang was also afraid that she would cause trouble in the future, so he didn't want to offend her and agreed reluctantly.
After getting her hair done that afternoon, she arrived at Wanghai Tower. The manager at the VIP check-in counter knew He Sang. Anyone with a bit of prominence knew about her relationship with Liang Jishen. But tonight was different. She wasn't with Liang Jishen, but with Ji Xilan, so she didn't address her rashly. "Who is this?"
Ji Xilan smiled, "My future daughter-in-law."
"Madam Third Young Master." The manager bowed, "Enter this way."
He Sang felt mixed emotions.
At the beginning, I hoped she would agree, and when she really agreed, things had changed.
Ji Xilan showed up on time. The banquet hall was already bustling with people, and she was particularly eye-catching when she walked in.
The glory of "Mrs. Liang" will not last long for her, and she will certainly not let go of the opportunity to enjoy the attention of the public.
She dragged He Sang around to introduce him to other people, but she completely ignored the wives whose net worth was below ten figures. When it came to social skills, Ji Xilan was better than Yao Wenjie. After one round, He Sang's smile froze, but she was still full of energy.
"Xiao He, this is the wife of the Zhou family, the head of the four major families."
Mrs. Zhou shook her head. "Our Zhou family is in decline. How can we compare to the Liang family's glory? You are mocking me."
He Sang didn't know Mrs. Zhou, but he remembered her husband, Old Zhou.
At the Yanjing Restaurant, he almost raped her.
At that time, because of Song He's presence, she and Liang Jishen were separated for a short time. Fortunately, Zhou Kun informed him in time, otherwise the consequences would be unimaginable.
Because of this grudge, He Sang treated Mrs. Zhou coldly.
Mrs. Zhou had heard about this. The Yanjing Restaurant occasionally had erotic activities, but Liang Jishen never went to that kind of place. That night, he rushed in and rescued a young girl. Within overnight, the news spread throughout Hebei Province.
After walking two steps away, Ji Xilan scolded her unhappily, "What's wrong with you? You're usually so dignified and graceful, but you falter in such a grand occasion. Your future job will be entertaining people from all walks of life. Your stage fright is a disgrace to the Liang family."
He Sang pursed his lips and said, "Yes."
There was a commotion at the entrance gate.
She looked towards the door. Liang Chihui was wearing a dark grey suit with a tie tied neatly. He had a straight figure and walked with his long legs in a brisk pace. Under the colorful light strips, he looked radiant and dazzling.
The organizer of the dinner personally greeted him on the red carpet, "Thank you, Chairman Liang, for coming."
Liang Chihui's whole aura has changed. He used to be a gentleman and gentle. No matter what the other person's position was, as long as he was older and had more experience, he was always extremely humble and polite.
Today, the organizer was in his sixties with a head full of white hair. He extended his hand. He waited for a few seconds, put on a posture, and shook hands perfunctorily.
His features were calm and distant, revealing a sense of pride.
The crowd surrounded him and walked towards the guest of honor seat.
Passing by the area where the women gathered, his secretary reminded him. Liang Chihui stopped, turned slightly sideways, glanced quickly, and walked over, "Aunt Ji."
"Oh, the second brother is here too." Ji Xilan was very enthusiastic and took his arm. "Yan Zhang is in the hospital, and I'm leaving the company's affairs, big and small, to you. Aren't you tired?"
"As I should." Liang Chihui also smiled, "No matter how hard I work, it's not as hard as Aunt Ji doing housework. You are the number one contributor to the Liang family."
Ji Xilan was so happy that she couldn't stop smiling. She joked with the ladies around her, "My second son is the best at coaxing me. He can please everyone, from old ladies in their seventies and eighties to little kids of three or five years old."
The ladies nodded one after another, "You are so lucky, the second and third sons are both filial to you."
They didn't mention Liang Jing. The dignity of the eldest son was not something Ji Xilan was qualified to be on equal footing with.
Liang Chihui let Ji Xilan hold his arm, performing a happy scene of "loving mother and filial son".
These dignitaries privately look down on actors, but in fact they are all actors. Acting is an actor's profession, and they act hypocritically.
The most absurd thing is that the actors act openly because they have to.
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