"no!"
"I disagree!"
"On what grounds?"
Three of the five sisters-in-law immediately voiced their opposition.
The five brothers had discussed it and made a decision, but their wives and children disagreed.
"You don't contribute when it's time to put in the effort, and you don't contribute money when it's time to pay. Fourth brother and fifth brother, you're really good at scheming. So, we, the third branch, bear all the risks while you, the second branch, don't suffer any losses and just reap all the benefits! No wonder you rose to power as secretaries, always playing petty tricks. Did you even ask us before you agreed?"
The second sister-in-law also lashed out: "Yes, I agree with the eldest sister-in-law. They're not born of the same mother. They're just scheming and always trying to outdo each other. They even took away your share. Don't they think that if the company goes bankrupt, our fourth family's position as the fifth largest family in the Little River Kingdom will have to be handed over to someone else? Who will bow and scrape to you when you go out? Whether you can keep your little bit of private property is another matter."
Third Sister-in-law didn't say anything, looking exhausted, but her disapproving expression said it all.
The fourth and fifth wives were originally mistresses who took over their positions improperly. Although their mother was seriously ill back then, she was still alive, wasn't she?
This resulted in the fourth and fifth wives receiving very few shares when the family property was divided, and they could not participate in the company's operations, only receiving dividends. This was the result of the first, second, and third wives' families working together to put pressure on the now-deceased fourth patriarch. The resentment among the families had been building for a long time, and it finally erupted today.
"Why? We're all children of the fourth family, yet we get so little in everything, while you all get the lion's share?" The eldest son of the fourth family stood up and said indignantly.
The eldest son of the eldest branch stepped forward, looking at him with disdain in his eyes: "Why? Fine! Let me tell you, is the support from your maternal family enough? What support has your grandmother given to the Fourth Family? Not only did she not, she also leeched off the Fourth Family, supporting their entire family. Do I need to provide a detailed breakdown of their expenses? Besides, we are the legitimate children, and what are you? Giving you some money is only out of consideration for our shared lineage. People should have some self-awareness."
The children from the fourth and fifth branches were about to say something when the patriarch interrupted them, scolding his eldest son: "You're being outrageous! As the eldest brother, you're going to lead the family in the future, so you should have the magnanimity to tolerate others. Right now, the family is facing difficulties, but it hasn't reached the point of life and death yet, and you're already arguing amongst yourselves. Is that appropriate?"
After the fourth head of the household finished speaking, he scanned everyone in the room, the meaning of which was self-evident.
The fourth head of the family had long held sway over the family. Seeing that although the others were dissatisfied, no one dared to utter a word, he said to his four brothers, "Let's go and make an appointment with Director Ren of the National Bank to expedite the procedures and try to get the money in our account as soon as we start work tomorrow morning."
The fourth head of the family led his men away, and everyone's anger was directed at the eldest daughter of the second master's family.
The fourth master's daughter used to be overshadowed by this legitimate daughter in everything, so now that she has a chance, she's not going to let it go.
"Sister Jiaojiao, I'm not trying to criticize you, but frankly, all this trouble in the family is your doing. Now, everyone's suffering because of you. We never get to experience good things, but we're always lucky enough to get bad things. What kind of fate do we have? We've had the worst luck in our lives!" As she spoke, she took out a silk handkerchief from her pocket and dusted it off.
Jiaojiao didn't argue, looking heartbroken.
Her mother, the second wife, glanced sideways at the fourth master's daughter and said, "Yuanyuan, you're a girl! Don't speak so harshly, or you'll never get married!"
"You want to marry this guy, but I'm afraid it's not going to work out!" Yuanyuan didn't care about any of that! Anyway, she finally got a chance to scold him first and then enjoy herself. She had been holding back for too long and almost died of pent-up frustration!
In the mountains, where there is no king, the monkeys call the shots. Once someone starts it, no one knows why, but the argument gets fiercer and fiercer, and eventually, the younger members of the family even start fighting.
The Fourth Family was bustling with activity, and An Moxue was fully informed. She learned that the five brothers of the Fourth Family had met with the president of the National Bank at the Imperial Hotel.
An Moxue sat on the sofa and asked, "Do you know what exactly it is?"
Freda bowed slightly and said respectfully, "It is said that the previous patriarch of the Fourth Family loved gold all his life. During his lifetime, he amassed a large amount of gold bars, but he could only take them out with the consent of all five brothers. Those gold bars were then stored in the National Bank."
When he saw An Moxue this time, she was still the same person, but he felt that he should answer her questions more respectfully.
An Moxue said, "If they want to cash out, then let them do it! As for that news, let's wait a day before releasing it. Cutting flesh with a dull knife is also a good thing."
Freda glanced at her and continued, "Yes, there's also good news. When the five brothers from the fourth family came out, they all looked serious and unhappy, while Governor Ren of the National Bank was all smiles. I guess the final exchange rate negotiated was very low, otherwise the fourth family brothers wouldn't have looked like that."
"Pay close attention to everyone's whereabouts, don't miss any details, as they often become the key to success or failure. Also, do you know where the fourth family found the Lu family?" An Moxue felt that this was definitely not a coincidence. She was afraid that someone might be playing the role of the mantis stalking the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind. It's always good to be on guard.
"The investigation is still ongoing. The traces have been handled very discreetly, so it will take some time." Freda hadn't paid much attention to this matter before. Such a large family would have some special methods, so it wasn't surprising that the investigation had reached the Lu family. However, after An Moxue said this, he felt that this matter had to be thoroughly investigated.
"Prepare our escape route. My worst-case scenario is that we make no profit this time, but the fourth company must be wiped out. I won't accept any other outcome. Understand?"
"Yes, I will pass on the message to Mr. Anthony."
"Okay, go ahead! I'll contact you if anything comes up, otherwise just proceed according to plan."
"yes."
*
In the Lu family's reception room, the patriarch sat in the middle, surrounded by other important members of the Lu family.
A man bowed slightly and reported, "Master, we couldn't find anything."
The Lu family head said angrily, "Damn it! Who is this? Trying to trip up the Lu family? Such a confidential matter should only be known to core personnel before it begins. There must be a problem with someone inside. Investigate!"
If the fourth party finds out in advance that it was the Lu family who did it, the fourth party will take many precautions, which will increase the acquisition cost and greatly increase the risk. Furthermore, if the fourth party publicizes it extensively, it will not be good for the Lu family's public image and will affect its long-term plans.
The room was silent. Just as the man who had given the report was about to turn and leave, the head of the Lu family called him back and asked, "Have you contacted Mr. Anthony?"
“I’ve contacted him.” The man glanced at him, then hesitated before speaking. “Mr. Anthony is very angry. He blamed us for not handling things well, saying we are not a qualified partner and he is very disappointed. He didn’t say much more.”
The head of the Lu family waved his hand and said, "Go down!"
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