"But to be honest, once the Bai family enters this area, our two families will inevitably compete with each other. The Bai family is about the same power as our Xiao family, so the final outcome is really uncertain." Xiao Yuan's tone was somewhat helpless.
But Bai Qingzhi in the lounge was even more confused. She had never heard of her family having such plans, and they hadn't even mentioned it during their conversations.
I can't possibly keep this from her alone, can I?
Bai Qingzhi still felt that something was amiss.
The man was speechless, but he knew that what Xiao Yuan said was true.
"Most importantly, I have a very good relationship with the Bai family, so this matter is a bit tricky." Xiao Yuan sighed and stopped looking at the man.
The man's mind stirred slightly, and he subconsciously said:
"Then you should just not be in charge of the Xiao family's affairs!"
Xiao Yuan looked at him with a mocking smile. The man knew he had said the wrong thing and had inadvertently revealed his true feelings.
“I am the general manager of Xiao’s Group. Do you think I won’t make a deal with you if I’m not in charge of the business? Don’t forget that although I have given up half of the shares, I still have half in my hands.”
After saying that, she didn't give the man a chance to speak and directly saw him out.
The man walked out of the office with a gloomy face, then picked up his constantly talking phone and asked what to do next.
Grandpa Xiao remained silent for a long time before slowly replying:
“He still has some shares, but not many. We can just buy them back. Isn’t he selling them off right now?”
A smile returned to the man's face, followed by a determined look in his eyes as he glanced towards the office.
After Xiao Yuan finished talking with the man, he naturally knew that Bai Qingzhi must have heard him, so he strode in.
"It's alright, your older brother and I are on good terms, it's all just acting." He didn't hide anything and wasn't afraid that Bai Qingzhi would reveal it.
Bai Qingzhi nodded and didn't ask any further questions.
After thinking for a while, Xiao Yuan continued:
"I might be a bit busy during this period. Once I'm done, let's go eat at that newly opened snack shop."
He anticipated that things wouldn't be peaceful for him in the coming days.
Bai Qingzhi nodded happily. Although she was rich, she still liked to eat at roadside stalls.
Xiao Yuan, however, made an exception and ate with her countless times.
After sending Bai Qingzhi home, Xiao Yuan began his plan, while the old man also took action.
Bai Qingzhi stayed at home for two days when she suddenly received a call from a classmate.
I've invited her to a class reunion; it's tomorrow night.
Bai Qingzhi wanted to refuse, but her classmates told her that since she had already dropped out of school, this might be the last time they would see each other, which made her swallow her words of refusal.
Bai Qingzhi didn't have many friends in her class, but she got along well with everyone. She was always smiling, and some boys even secretly liked her.
After telling her family her destination, Bai Qingzhi went to the banquet.
Today she specifically chose a long dress, the brand of which was very understated, and she wasn't wearing any makeup. She was also carrying a bag casually.
The gathering was held at an ordinary hotel in City A, with relatively affordable prices.
Bai Qingzhi asked the front desk for directions to the private room and saw that most of her classmates had already arrived.
As soon as she entered, she immediately attracted everyone's attention. Even though she was trying to keep a low profile today, her attire still seemed out of place.
The men who admired her had their eyes light up and stood up to greet her.
Some girls greeted her happily, except for Huang Wei.
Huang Wei was originally flirting and joking with her boyfriend, but ever since Bai Qingzhi came in, her boyfriend's eyes have never left Bai Qingzhi!
Du Fei liked Bai Qingzhi, and Huang Wei had always known this, but Du Fei also had a clear understanding of himself and knew that he was not good enough for her.
Huang Wei had liked Du Fei for over a year, and he finally agreed to date her. However, seeing that Du Fei would still pay attention whenever Bai Qingzhi appeared, she couldn't help but feel resentful.
Without realizing it, he turned his eyes toward Bai Qingzhi with malice.
Bai Qingzhi sat next to familiar people, chatting and laughing with them, but she didn't pay any attention to Huang Wei.
"Qingzhi, is that a limited edition Hermes bag? I think it's worth over a million." Huang Wei said with a hint of jealousy.
Bai Qingzhi was stunned. She had just grabbed one from the dressing room at random. Who would have thought it would be so expensive?
Seeing everyone looking at her bag, Bai Qingzhi smiled awkwardly and then put the bag on the ground.
Huang Wei felt even more jealous. Why did her boyfriend always like her, and why could she casually throw away a bag worth millions of dollars like trash?
"The Bai family is indeed wealthy and powerful; they throw away things worth millions like trash." Huang Wei continued with a forced smile.
Everyone harbors some degree of resentment towards the wealthy, even if they don't show it outwardly; there's still a sense of imbalance.
At this moment, Bai Qingzhi also realized that Huang Wei was targeting her.
She just didn't understand why.
"It's just that our ancestors were cursed." Bai Qingzhi's enthusiasm also faded, and she suddenly felt a little bored.
“It is indeed due to ancestral misfortune, but it shouldn’t be the Bai family’s ancestors,” Huang Wei laughed, speaking as if joking.
The implication was that Bai Qingzhi was an adopted daughter.
Bai Qingzhi's face had turned completely cold, and the atmosphere at the dining table became somewhat awkward.
Huang Wei looked at Bai Qingzhi with a hint of smugness.
She had just set up her phone, ready to post it online if Bai Qingzhi insulted her or became enraged.
Those keyboard warriors probably won't let this opportunity pass them by.
However, she didn't expect that it wouldn't be Bai Qingzhi who spoke, but Du Fei.
"Huang Wei, you've gone too far. Apologize." Du Fei's voice was cold.
Huang Wei looked at him incredulously. She was his girlfriend, wasn't she?
Meanwhile, the people at the table looked at her with sympathy.
Bai Qingzhi smiled at Du Fei, then addressed everyone:
"I apologize for disturbing everyone's enjoyment. I suddenly remembered some personal matters and will have to take my leave now."
After saying that, he picked up his bag and prepared to leave.
Huang Wei was clearly unwilling. She stood up abruptly, pointed at Bai Qingzhi, and was about to speak when Du Fei pulled her back.
"Huang Wei, are you ever going to stop? I don't think we're a good match, let's break up."
Huang Wei then became hysterical, but by then Bai Qingzhi had already left the private room.
Standing outside and taking a breath of fresh air, Bai Qingzhi felt incredibly bored. Wouldn't it be better to spend this time at home studying Professor Henry's materials?
I tried to hail a taxi, but the Bai family villa was quite far away, and none of the drivers were willing to go there.
In the end, I could only call the driver, find a random milk tea shop, order a milk tea, and wait.
At this moment, Huang Wei, having been provoked, ran out and happened to see Bai Qingzhi sitting alone. In a moment of anger, evil thoughts arose within her.
Taking a few deep breaths to suppress her resentment, Huang Wei slowly walked into the shop and sat down opposite Bai Qingzhi.
Bai Qingzhi frowned. She didn't want to argue with her, but she was taking advantage of her.
"I'm sorry, I was wrong just now." Unexpectedly, Huang Wei apologized first.
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