Only Shen Yuanyang, the simpleton, looked at the two people in front of him who were speaking in a cryptic manner and asked, "What are you saying? I can't understand a single word!"
"If you don't understand, just sit down and listen." At Shen Shi's prompting, Shen Yuanyang, who was completely bewildered, obediently sat down.
Jiang Beiwan returned to her seat and poured herself a cup of tea.
Seeing that neither of them spoke, Shen Yuanyang was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, but he dared not urge them, so he could only hold Jiang Beiwan's hand and play with it.
Jiang Beiwan squeezed Shen Yuanyang's palm. "President Shen is an open and honest person. Let's not beat around the bush today. I wonder what you've called me here for?"
Dealing with smart people is effortless. "I would like to ask Miss Jiang to help me acquire all the land near Lai'er Mountain held by the Jiang family. I will reward you handsomely once it is done." Shen Shi stated his purpose directly.
Jiang Beiwan was puzzled after hearing this. Where is Lai'er Mountain?
"It's a mountain on the outskirts of Jiangbei City. I heard it's a particularly desolate place." Seeing his lover's puzzled expression, Shen Yuanyang, who knew her very well, explained.
Jiang Beiwan nodded upon hearing this, vaguely recalling that the only land her mother had left was in Jiangbei, but because it was too remote and worthless, Qi Xingxin hadn't taken it.
It's surprising that someone as wealthy as Chen Shi would be interested in these undesirable plots of land.
“That’s no problem, but what would President Chen want to do in such a desolate place?” Jiang Beiwan asked in confusion.
"Trade secret," Shen Shi replied with a mysterious expression and inscrutable tone.
Jiang Beiwan smiled upon hearing this, "In order to make friends with President Shen, I agree to this. Just sit back and wait to sign the contract!"
Just as Shen Shi had thought, Jiang Beiwan was alone and unable to support the family. Now that she had proposed cooperation, she would definitely give Shen Shi some face.
"Then thank you very much, Miss Jiang." After settling the matter, adhering to the principle of good faith, Shen Shi added, "However, since we are friends, I still want to remind Miss Jiang that these plots of land will be very valuable in the future."
Jiang Beiwan wasn't surprised at all; she could have guessed it. Merchants don't get up early for nothing; who would do something without profit?
But saying it so bluntly is a different story. "Mr. Shen, aren't you afraid I'll go back on my word?" Lu Jiangbei asked in surprise.
Shen Shi replied confidently, "I believe Miss Jiang wouldn't do that."
This is the absolute truth for Jiang Beiwan in his current predicament. "I'm like a clay Bodhisattva crossing a river, barely able to save myself. The more valuable something is, the less likely it is to stay. I might as well go with the flow and sell it to someone who will do me a favor."
"Miss Jiang is so magnanimous," Shen Shi said admiringly. "If you need any help in the future, please don't hesitate to ask."
This wasn't just a momentary impulse on Shen Shi's part; after all, the enemy of my enemy is my friend, and Jiang Beiwan was no ordinary person.
Even though Qi Xingxin is particularly biased towards his illegitimate son Chen Chen and wants his son, who has a different surname, to take over the Jiang family, it's hard to say who will win in the end. Helping Lu Yuning is also a way of making things difficult for Chen Chen.
Shen Shi's business acumen is renowned in the industry. "I wouldn't dare to help, but since President Shen is so optimistic about the prospects of these lands, why not include me in the project when you do it in the future?" Jiang Beiwan, who wanted a piece of the pie, immediately spoke up.
To acquire the land, they needed Jiang Beiwan's mediation, and Shen Shi agreed without much thought. "With such a shrewd partner as Miss Jiang, the project is sure to make money."
After finalizing the cooperation agreement, the two were in good spirits, clinked glasses, and drank it all in one gulp.
"But I'd like to know, how did President Shen know that Chen Chen is my half-brother?" After finishing their business conversation, Jiang Beiwan said casually, "As far as I know, my father has kept this a secret from this son."
Shen Shi was a little puzzled after hearing this. "Miss Jiang has such keen eyes, how could you see that?" He knew it was true but didn't say it. How did she know that he knew?
"I've always been quite sensitive to these things." Seeing Shen Shi's confusion, Jiang Beiwan explained, "Besides, President Shen's expression of watching the show was too obvious."
Chen Shi “…”
He couldn't very well say that he discovered it from God's perspective, and he certainly couldn't reveal his relationship with Chen Chen either. Just as he was racking his brains for a solution, he was deep in thought.
Shen Yuanyang, who had just realized what was happening, shouted: "What? You and Chen Chen are actually siblings?"
Under Shen Yuanyang's incredulous gaze, Jiang Beiwan nodded, touched his face, and said, "Yes, you heard me right."
Shen Yuanyang held Jiang Beiwan's hand gently, stroking it to comfort her, then asked hesitantly, "But Uncle Qi...aren't Aunt and Uncle Qi very close...?"
“That was fake, it was all an act.” Seeing Shen Yuanyang’s incredulous expression, Jiang Beiwan added, afraid of hurting him, “There might have been times when he was truly sincere.”
Upon hearing this, Shen Yuanyang's eyes immediately welled up with tears. "Then... I'm sorry I didn't even know... I promise I'll treat you even better from now on."
Jiang Beiwan was startled by Shen Yuanyang's muscular appearance and quickly comforted him, "It's okay, I still have you."
"You're perfect the way you are now, Shen Yuanyang. I love you just the way you are, so innocent and naive." Jiang Beiwan said earnestly, cupping his face in her hands.
Shen Yuanyang was immediately displeased upon hearing this. How could he, a dignified seven-foot-tall, mighty man, be considered a naive and innocent girl!
"Jiang Beiwan, just you wait and see. I, Shen Yuanyang, will definitely turn over a new leaf and make something of myself for you to see."
"Okay, I'll wait." Jiang Beiwan encouraged him, seeing his confident look.
How did they find out that Chen Chen was Jiang's father's illegitimate son? They could avoid answering that question, but just sitting there eating dog food isn't a good idea!
Sigh... I miss my Ningning so much.
"Cough! Cough!" A man standing nearby, unable to bear it any longer, coughed twice to remind him, "Looks like I should go."
Upon hearing this, Shen Yuanyang quickly stopped him, "No, brother, we haven't even eaten yet!"
No sooner had he finished speaking than the waiter brought the dishes over. Chen Shi had no choice but to stay, and while eating, he kept thinking: This restaurant's service speed is too slow.
Fortunately, the food was quite good and I was fairly satisfied with the meal. After finishing, Chen Shi's phone lit up twice. He opened it to browse and then said goodbye, "I have a meeting this afternoon, so I'll head back to the company now."
"Take care, Mr. Shen." Jiang Beiwan was replying to a work text message when she heard this and said politely.
Shen Yuanyang was holding Jiang Beiwan and letting her lean on him. When Shen Shi said he was leaving, he grinned and said, "Brother, I'm going to be with my girlfriend, so I won't see you off."
Shen Shi found it amusing to see this ungrateful wretch who would betray his principles for the sake of a pretty face, so he waved his hand and saw Xiao Chen waiting at the door as he left the restaurant.
Looking at Xiao Chen, who was squatting on the ground without any regard for his image, Shen Shi asked, "Have you gone to eat?"
"I've eaten, and the barbecue was pretty good," Xiao Chen replied happily. "Mr. Chen, the car is parked on the right."
After returning to Shen's Building by car, various summary meetings were held one after another as the end of the month approached. These past few days, Shen Shi had been busy looking at reports and data from the moment he opened his eyes to the moment he closed his eyes. He was so busy that he didn't have time to rest.
The heavy workload continued for several days. Just when the Shen family employees thought they had finally passed the busiest time and could relax a little, an accident suddenly occurred.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
