Standing before the Gu family's luxurious mansion, Zhang and her son were filled with trepidation. They knew this meeting might be their last chance to plead for Li Wei. Xia Liang, as the head of the Gu family, held a decisive influence on the Li family's fate.
The atmosphere was unusually heavy when they were led into Xia Liang's study. Xia Liang sat behind her large desk, her eyes sharp, her gaze sweeping over the Zhang mother and son without a trace of emotion.
"Grandma Xia Liang, we've come today to ask you to be lenient and show leniency to the Li family." Zhang's mother's voice trembled as she tried her best to remain polite and respectful.
Xia Liang's gaze fell on Zhang Yuan, and she nodded slightly. "Zhang Yuan, I remember you. You once saved Pei Yunduo, and the Gu family owes you a favor. But this matter has nothing to do with the Li family."
Zhang Yuan took a deep breath; he knew he had to say something. “Grandma Xia Liang, I know the Li family’s actions have angered you, and their mistakes are unforgivable. However, Li Wei was unaware of this; she was simply an innocent victim.”
Xia Liang frowned slightly, a hint of displeasure flashing in her eyes. "Zhang Yuan, you're still too young. In the business world, there are no innocent people. Everyone must be responsible for their actions. The Li family's actions have crossed the line, and I cannot let them get away with it just because of their family members."
Zhang's mother's face turned even paler; she knew what Xia Liang's words meant. The Li family's bankruptcy was a foregone conclusion, with no room for maneuver.
“Grandma Xia Liang, we understand your position.” Zhang Yuan’s voice was low but firm. “We just want you to consider whether there are other ways to handle this issue that can both uphold justice and reduce the impact on the Li family.”
Xia Liang remained silent for a moment, her gaze lingering on the Zhang family mother and son. Finally, she sighed. "Zhang Yuan, for your sake, I will consider your request. But I cannot make any promises."
The Zhang family knew this was the best answer they could get. They stood up and bowed deeply to Xia Liang. "Thank you, Grandma Xia Liang. We are deeply grateful."
When Zhang and her son left the Gu family, they had mixed feelings. They knew that Xia Liang's decision was almost irreversible, but they were also grateful that she was willing to listen to their requests.
On the way home, Zhang Yuan and his mother remained silent. They knew they had done their best. Now, they could only await Xia Liang's final decision while preparing for the potential future of the Li family.
A few days later, Xia Liang conveyed her decision to the Zhang family through her lawyer. She decided not to pursue the Li family further, but the Li family's bankruptcy was a fait accompli and irreversible. Meanwhile, the Gu family would provide some assistance to help the Li family's employees find new job opportunities.
The Zhang family mother and son felt both disappointed and grateful for the outcome. They knew that while Xia Liang's decision couldn't completely save the Li family, it at least mitigated the impact on them. They also began to reflect on their own actions, realizing that in the business world, everyone must be responsible for their behavior.
Sitting on the sofa in the Gu family's study, Zhang's mother's hands trembled slightly, and her face was pale. Xia Liang's words struck her heart like a hammer blow. Li Wei's actions were not merely business misconduct, but also a profound personal injury to Pei Yunduo. Zhang's mother knew that such behavior was unforgivable.
Xia Liang looked at Zhang's mother, her eyes showing no triumphant joy, only calm and firm acceptance of the facts. "Mrs. Zhang, I know this is hard for you to accept, but the truth is always cruel. Pei Yunduo is innocent; she shouldn't have become a victim of the Li family's ambition."
Zhang's mother took a deep breath; she knew Xia Liang was telling the truth. "Grandma Xia Liang, I understand. I...I didn't know Li Wei would do such a thing. I...I'm so ashamed."
Xia Liang nodded gently, her voice softening. "Mrs. Zhang, you are a good mother, and I know you don't mean to plead for injustice. But in this situation, we must stand on the side of justice."
Zhang Yuan sat beside her, his eyes filled with anger and disappointment. He had once considered Li Wei a friend, but now he realized that the Li Wei he knew was just a selfish and cunning person.
“Grandma Xia Liang, I apologize for our previous request.” Zhang Yuan’s voice was firm and powerful. “We should have seen through Li Wei’s true colors long ago.”
Xia Liang stood up and walked to Zhang Yuan and his mother. "Zhang Yuan, Mrs. Zhang, you don't need to apologize. You were just trying to help your friend out of good intentions. But now that you know the truth, I believe you will make the right choice."
Zhang's mother stood up, her body still trembling slightly, but her back was ramrod straight. "Grandma Xia Liang, thank you for your advice. We will no longer plead for the Li family. We will leave and will not bother you again."
Xia Liang nodded, a hint of respect in her eyes. "Mrs. Zhang, Zhang Yuan, I respect your decision. If you ever need any help from the Gu family in the future, please don't hesitate to come to me anytime."
The Zhang family mother and son left the Gu family, their hearts heavy. But they knew they had made the right choice. They would face the rest of the family and tell them Li Wei's true colors, as well as Xia Liang's decision.
On the way home, neither Zhang's mother nor Zhang Yuan spoke. They knew this news would shake the Zhang family. But they also believed that the truth would eventually come to light and justice would ultimately prevail.
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