Chapter 66 Absurdity
She couldn't continue, and a trace of pain flashed in her eyes: "Fortunately, my mother took me with her that day. I saw that something was wrong, so I secretly called someone."
Pei Song listened to these unbearable past events in silence.
"Later, my mother suffered from depression and locked herself in her room all day. My father not only did not feel guilty, but blamed her for being useless, saying that if she was willing to 'sacrifice' a little, he would have risen to a high position." Her voice became colder and colder. "This kind of person has no basic bottom line. You can't even imagine what he can do."
"So when I received the invitation from Grandma Pei," Zhang Ruojin continued, "I wanted to see what this person who ruined my mother's life looks like now."
This was the first time Pei Song heard about these past events and he didn’t know what to say.
"But," Zhang Ruojin changed the subject, "I also have to thank my dad. He made me completely uninterested in marriage. I don't want to repeat my mom's mistakes and marry a man like my dad."
She tilted her head and looked at Pei Song: "But I like children very much. At most, I will find a man to give birth to a child, and then I can get rid of the father and keep the son."
Pei Song stood up and said, "If that's all Miss Zhang wants to say, I'll leave first."
"Wait," Zhang Ruojin stopped him, "I'm quite optimistic about you, do you want to join hands with me to do something interesting?"
Pei Song stopped and looked at her calmly.
"I want to take charge of the Zhang family," Zhang Ruojin's voice was dangerously charming, "I need a smart partner."
Seeing Pei Song's vigilant eyes, she smiled: "Don't be nervous, this is also an opportunity for you. Power is the most attractive thing in this world. Believe me, once you have tasted the power, you will never care about those illusory feelings again."
She picked up the coffee and took a sip: "In exchange, I can help you solve the Pei family's current predicament.
Your father's indecisive character means he is destined to achieve nothing great.
As long as you are willing to cooperate with me, I can help you take charge of the Pei family.
Although my grandfather has retired, the influence of the Zhang family cannot be underestimated. As long as you operate it properly, you can definitely take your dad's place. ”
"Your proposal is very tempting," Pei Song said with a hint of sarcasm, "but I'm afraid I'll disappoint you."
"Don't rush to refuse," Zhang Ruojin said meaningfully, "you can think about it carefully. If a woman wants to gain a foothold in the business world, she must learn to use all available resources. Although my father's unscrupulous behavior is despicable, he taught me a truth - in this world, power is the most reliable support compared to empty feelings."
"Miss Zhang really sees things clearly." Pei Songyu said lightly.
"You have to know," Zhang Ruojin narrowed his eyes, "sometimes one step forward means life, and one step back means death.
Your father's current position is not very stable. ”
"No need," Pei Song stood up, "I'm not interested in power struggles."
He turned and left the café, thinking that this conversation was ridiculous.
"Do you know?" Zhang Ruojin's voice came from behind, "A family like ours may seem glamorous, but in fact, each of us has our own misfortunes.
It's just that you are luckier than me. At least your parents will never force you to do anything against your conscience. ”
Not long after I returned to the company, the president's office called me: "Manager Pei, Mr. Shi wants you to report on your work."
report? Pei Song came to the president's office confused.
"Who did you meet in the coffee shop just now?" Shi Yanchen asked straight to the point. Noticing Pei Song's unhappy look, he added, "I just passed by after dinner and saw you. I didn't mean to follow you."
Pei Song didn't know where to start.
"If you encounter any trouble, you can tell me. Don't carry it alone." Shi Yanchen's voice softened. "I am still the same Shi Yanchen as before. I am not any different just because I have become the boss here. My concern for you has never changed."
Pei Song felt very relieved by these words, but he said, "Mr. President, you are very capable, can't you check it yourself?"
"Without your consent, I won't do anything that will make you unhappy." Shi Yanchen said seriously.
Under his encouraging gaze, Pei Song finally told the story of Grandma Pei and Zhang Ruojin.
"Hearing what you said," Shi Yanchen looked at him, "this Zhang Ruojin wants to pull you together to seize the power of the Zhang family?"
Pei Song nodded: "That's probably it."
"This Zhang Ruojin is an interesting character."
"Interesting?" Pei Song frowned, "I think she is just a lunatic."
Shi Yanchen chuckled: "She is indeed crazy, but also very smart. Did you notice? She first used negative news about the Pei family to lure you in, then used her own life experience to gain sympathy, and finally proposed conditions. Every step was calculated very clearly."
Pei Song was stunned for a moment. He really didn’t think about it in this way.
"She won't bother you again," Shi Yanchen said directly, "People like her know how to judge the situation. Now that it's all said and done, she won't bother you anymore. But you," he looked at Pei Song, "next time when you encounter something like this, don't just stand there and do it alone."
Pei Song pursed his lips: "I thought I could handle it."
"Are you afraid that I will interfere in your private affairs?" Shi Yanchen asked directly.
Pei Song was stunned. This was indeed what he cared about the most.
"As for your grandmother," Shi Yanchen continued, "since your father has come forward, he will not bother you again in the short term. What you need to do now is to focus on your work and complete the next "Happy Elderly Home" project."
Pei Song nodded.
After talking with Shi Yanchen, the uneasiness and irritability in my heart dissipated a lot.
"Is there anything else you want to say?" Shi Yanchen asked.
Pei Song shook his head, but couldn't help but say: "Thank you."
"Why are you being so polite to me?" Shi Yanchen looked at him with a hint of ridicule in his eyes. "But seriously, if you want to take over the family business someday, I can help you."
"Why are you still thinking about this?
"Pei Song said helplessly.
Shi Yanchen said in a gentle tone: "It's just to give you one more choice.
"
"I'm really not interested in any of this. And...
"Pei Song paused," You are already my boss, and you still want to be my backer. You are too greedy. ”
Shi Yanchen's eyes flashed with a smile: "So, you admit that I am your backer?"
Pei Song then realized that he had let the cat out of the bag and stood up: "I'm going to get busy.
"After saying that, he walked away quickly.
Looking at Pei Song's leaving back, Shi Yanchen picked up his mobile phone, found a number and dialed it.
"Check the Zhang family," he said. "I want complete information. Starting from the time when Zhang Ruojin's grandfather was in power, find out all the relationships of the Zhang family over the years. Pay special attention to all the business dealings and political and business relationships of Zhang Ruojin's father. Also, check Zhang Yumei's affairs with Pei's father."