Xiao Wujie eventually went to the restroom.
Chu Liyue accompanied her.
Before she could even wash her face, Chu Liyue pinned her to the sink and kissed her for a long time.
When she returned, her face still had a lingering flush, giving her a unique charm.
The people at the table could see his embarrassment, but they suppressed their laughter and remained silent.
The refined and easygoing Xiao Linzui, skilled in diplomacy, immediately changed the subject, smiling gently at Xiao Wujie:
"Wu Jie, good child, you are now an adult, with outstanding abilities and exceptional speech."
"My health is not good right now. Once I've recovered, I'll go straight into the management of the Xiao family."
"Your grandfather has always reserved your positions and shares with your third brother and sister-in-law."
As soon as he finished speaking, both Xiao Wujie and Xiao Shuihan looked at Xiao Qianshan, their gazes slightly entwined.
Xiao Qianshan is a cold and aloof person who is not good at speaking, but in fact, he silently expresses his inner softness through his actions.
However, Xiao Wujie ultimately shook his head with a light laugh: "No need, Second Uncle. I actually have some businesses of my own."
"Although its scale cannot compare with that of the Xiao family, it is perfectly self-sufficient."
"Moreover, my sister is the head of the Chu family's business, and we can't both be busy with our careers."
His words were euphemistic, but they also carried another layer of implication.
He couldn't stay in Lingnan for long; Chu Liyue's roots were in the capital, so he would inevitably spend most of his time with her.
The Xiao family is his home, but he also has another home, a home that belongs solely to him and Chu Liyue, a home in the capital.
Xiao Shuihan rested his arm on the back of the chair, his expression slightly complicated, and said, "Actually, you don't need to go to such lengths."
“Alan and I have already discussed this. We haven’t been involved in the management of the family business all these years, so naturally we shouldn’t dabble in the shares.”
Xiao Yuxuan shook his head coldly: "That's not how it's said."
"Although you and your third brother and sister-in-law did not participate in the management of the family business, the collateral branches have become more and more obedient in recent years because of your external assistance."
“The Xiao family’s business is the main body, and you are the external sword. The two are inextricably linked and cannot be separated.”
As he spoke, a strange glint flashed in his eyes, and he changed the subject:
"Now that your nephew is back, your worries are finally over."
“Shouldn’t you consider taking over from your father? You’ve neglected the Xiao family’s internal affairs all these years. Your second brother and I are doing the work of three people.”
Do you think this is appropriate?
Xiao Shuihan's eyes flickered, and he suddenly nodded: "I think this is extremely appropriate."
"In the old man's words, it's about training your abilities and tempering your will."
Now that he's over forty and has suffered the blow of losing his son, he's prepared to give up.
He just wanted to lie in Alan's arms and live a life of leisure, while Alan worked to support the family, and he... was as beautiful as a flower.
Seeing the fleeting glint in his eyes, Xiao Wujie instantly understood.
Why would he want to join the management team? His sister needs to manage the Chu family's business. If he were to join the Xiao family's management team, how could they possibly live a normal life?
He longed to lie on his sister's lap and be pampered by her.
Xiao Qianshan, who had been silent for a long time, spoke with a solemn expression and a cold tone:
"Alright, Shui Han, you must take over the position of head of the Xiao family. The eldest and second eldest brothers will assist you, but you must be the one in charge."
"The shares left to you will always belong to you. The distribution of these shares is the result of discussions between me, the eldest brother, and the second brother. You don't need to refuse."
"If you feel you owe him something, you can discuss with him about giving him a portion of your shares."
Xiao Shuihan immediately shook his head, "Then it's not necessary."
Xiao Qianshan pursed his lips speechlessly; he knew this rebellious son wouldn't be so kind.
He then turned his gaze to Xiao Wujie, forcing a smile onto his aged and stern face:
"As for you, there's no need for you to refuse, and you're not allowed to refuse either."
"You have been wandering and suffering for many years, and this is what we owe you."
“You’re young and don’t want to get bogged down in these trivial matters. You don’t have to join the Xiao family’s management team. After all, Chu will take good care of you.”
"But what's hers is hers. What your family gave you is entirely yours, and it gives you the confidence to be at ease."
Although his tone was calm, his determination was unwavering, and his gaze was earnest.
He left Xiao Wujie with a way out: he could either start managing the business and let it grow bigger and bigger, or he could just let it go and live the life of a carefree rich young master.
Everything depends on his choice, but no matter what he chooses, he will not be left in a helpless situation again.
Xiao Wujie felt a surge of warmth in his heart, and finally nodded gently under his satisfied gaze.
A gift from an elder cannot be refused; this was Xiao Qianshan's heartfelt intention, and he could not turn it down.
He will make arrangements to generate more benefits for the Xiao family.
The banquet was exceptionally lavish, and the atmosphere was more joyful and harmonious than ever before.
The Xiao family environment was already harmonious, and Xiao Wujie's return perfectly repaired that last crack.
Xiao Shuihan was excited, and Xiao Yuxuan and Xiao Linzui were happy for him. The three brothers clinked glasses.
Slightly tipsy, Xiao Yuxuan's usually stern face flushed as he sighed, "Third brother, you should take over the Xiao family's affairs soon. When we were little, I felt that Father favored you and always said that we were not as good as you."
"Now that I've been practicing this for many years, I realize that it's true... No one knows a son better than his father. Neither my second son nor I are as good as you, especially me."
As he finished speaking, Xiao Fengyin, who was standing next to Xiao Wujie and rambling on, suddenly noticed something and picked up a piece of fish:
"Dad, he also said I look like shredded potato."
"You look like this to me—pickled fish."
"It's sour, bland, and superfluous!"
Fueled by alcohol, Xiao Yuxuan grabbed his chopsticks to hit her. Xiao Fengyin ran around the room, trying to provoke him as she ran, shouting that she would never find a boyfriend in her life so that he would never have a son-in-law, which made everyone in the room burst into laughter.
For the next few days, Xiao Wujie spent his time in this atmosphere.
After two lifetimes of wandering, he finally experienced the warmth of family and the happiness of reunion.
He felt immense satisfaction.
For him and his sister, every second was filled with happiness.
In terms of friendship, he has Lu Zhufeng, Sister Qingyi, Yun Mo, and Chu Nanfeng... people he can entrust his life to and risk his life for.
Family ties: Xiao Shuihan and Luo Yilan cherish him like a treasure, and Xiao Qianshan, Xiao Yuxuan, and others treat him with genuine affection.
The barren life finally blossomed.
If he could get better and spend more time with his sister, he felt his life would be complete.
He counted down the days, knowing that his surgery was not far off.
That was the most difficult hurdle, and his ultimate battle with death.
But before that, he still had something on his mind: the big fool who always followed him hadn't returned yet.
As he counted down the days, he finally received news of Lu Zhufeng on the fifth day.
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