“What kind of sincerity is this, Mr. Shi? After the merger, we will be one family. These little details are not worth mentioning,” Li Gaoyi said, his generous manner completely different from his behavior at home.
Mr. Shi's pale lips curved slightly upwards, his dark eyes fixed on Li Gaoyi.
"But Mr. Li, have you thought this through? Are you really going to uproot the entire Li family's legacy of decades and sell it to me at a low price?" Mr. Shi presented the bargaining chip that Li Gaoyi had given him.
A fleeting struggle flashed in Li Gaoyi's eyes, but he finally smiled and said, "Mr. Shi is so capable, I believe you can see things more clearly than I can. The Li family is no longer the same as it used to be. Rather than letting it rot in the hands of our own family, it's better to hand it over to someone more capable to manage. Mr. Shi, I've brought you what you wanted. How about we talk about the price of the Li family now?"
Mr. Shi smiled, then coughed involuntarily, his slender frame trembling slightly in the air.
Li Gaoyi nervously tried to step forward, but was stopped by Mr. Shi. Even though he had coughed several times, there was no blush on his face.
"Since Mr. Li is so straightforward, I won't waste any more words. Thirty billion, not a penny less. Afterwards, you will still be the general manager of the group, and the shares will be 10% of yours." Mr. Shi repeated the contents of the previous contract.
Li Gaoyi was immediately overjoyed; the humiliation he had just suffered seemed to vanish in an instant.
"Mr. Shi, if it's possible, I hope you can do me a favor!"
"The Wen family, Wen Qi?" Mr. Shi accurately stated the key words.
After all, this is quite a big news story internationally.
Li Gaoyi's face immediately turned haggard. "It's my good-for-nothing nephew. My mother is in his hands now, and I dare not make any rash moves."
A fleeting hint of mockery flashed in Mr. Shi's eyes.
"I understand. You just need to tell me how you planned this?"
"I want Wen Qi to apologize to my mother and hand over the shares in the Wen Corporation that originally belonged to the Li family." Facing the family he would have to rely on in the future, Li Gaoyi revealed everything.
Mr. Shi's expression became inscrutable.
“Thump, thump, thump,” pale fingertips tapped the wheelchair handle.
...
Half an hour later, Li Gaoyi left the Shi family home with a cheerful expression. Being soaked to the bone didn't dampen his good mood.
That afternoon, news outlets both domestically and internationally began reporting on Li Gaoyi's second uploaded video. Compared to his previous pitiful plea, Li Gaoyi's video this time was much more assertive.
[So, Mr. Li, regarding your mother's current situation, Wen Qi is still insisting on not giving any leeway. Have you taken any action yet?]
Facing the camera, Li Gaoyi was still wearing the jacket he'd gotten wet from that morning.
"Of course I have to take action. My mother is critically ill, and Wen Qi is still acting this way. Although I am his uncle, I can no longer tolerate this. I have filed a lawsuit against Wen Qi for forcibly detaining my grandmother, which has caused her to become critically ill. For our Li family, my mother is the link that connects each of us. Even if it means tearing off all pretenses, I will bring my mother back!"
Concise and incisive remarks gave media professionals enormous room to maneuver.
[A young entrepreneur who has consistently dedicated himself to philanthropy actually...]
[A real-life version of the farmer and the snake; the eldest son of the Wen family has questionable character...]
I used to love playing Wen's games, but because of this incident, I've uninstalled all of them...
[An elderly woman was on the verge of death, and he actually stood by and did nothing to help?!]
How could someone so cold and heartless towards his grandmother force his younger brother to do something like this?
[Why keep such an ingrate around if we don't get rid of him now?]
"Nonsense!!!" Wen Yongwang was so angry that his liver was about to burst into flames. He hadn't been this angry when Wen Cheng and Wen Qi were together, but now, as a father, he really couldn't stand it anymore with so many people slandering his child!
"Immediately, an urgent press conference is needed!!!"
Author's Note:
Chengcheng and President Wen will be making their appearance tomorrow!!!
Chapter 166 In the Name of the Father
"Dad, you must control your temper and not swear!" Wen Yunyi reminded him anxiously.
With just one sentence, Wen Yongwang gathered well-known media friends from across the country and held a press conference in Wens' largest exhibition hall within two hours.
The Wen family, who have remained silent all along, are now seen by outsiders as cowards who know they are in the wrong but dare not do anything. It is quite remarkable that Wen Yongwang, with his upright and unyielding nature who cannot tolerate slander, has been able to endure this for his son. In addition, he is exceptionally protective of his own.
"Is your father the kind of impulsive person?" Wen Yongwang retorted, his face practically screaming: I'm furious, and I might just explode!
Wen Yunyi closed the lid of his teapot, shook his head very weakly, and suddenly understood why Wen Cheng had lowered her head.
Sometimes, silence speaks louder than words.
"Son's right. Be careful when you go up there, don't make things worse. Oh dear, Qi said he doesn't need our help, it would be too much of a hassle if we interfere," Wen Yin muttered worriedly.
Wen Yongwang straightened his tie, his eyes no longer filled with confusion. "What the children do is their business, but today, I'm not holding this press conference as the chairman of Wen's Group. I'm doing this as a father. What kind of parents hide behind their children when they're being bullied?"
Wen Yin was persuaded by these words, and despite her worries, she did not stop her husband.
Wen Yunyi was also moved by his father's speech, which was unusually not just empty talk.
"Don't forget, before you grew up, it was your father who protected you." Before walking to the podium, Wen Yongwang smiled kindly at Wen Yunyi.
Wen Yunyi's nose instantly stung with tears.
......
The Shi family home in the United States had just been washed by a heavy rain. The damp puddles reflected the scattered sunlight, creating a thriving scene.
The curtains in the Wen family's residence were all drawn, and servants pushed exquisite pastries into the sunroom on the first floor. The glass conservatory was filled with roses, their fragrance filling the air. In the center was a large wooden dining table, where Wen Cheng used a copper fork to eat cake.
Wen Qi sat beside him, holding a glass of Americano.
Sitting opposite them was Shi Jingyin, the acting head of the family.
Shi Jingyin changed into a comfortable sweater and looked much more energetic. Although she was still in a wheelchair, her body was naturally relaxed and she was not stiff at all like before. However, her face was still seven-tenths pale.
At this moment, he was watching Wen Cheng's movements with great interest.
Wen Cheng held the small milk jug and kept pouring milk into Wen Qi's cup, filling it from seven-tenths full to a full ten-tenths full before stopping.
But Wen Qi showed no intention of stopping her. Only when Wen Cheng stopped did he carefully pick up the glass and take a sip. Judging from his expression, Wen Qi really liked this drink.
"It's different when you're in a relationship," Shi Jingyin teased.
"I recently broke my leg, you could try looking for one too."
Wen Cheng: ? ? ? Is this human speech?
That day, Brother Qi only said he was taking me to meet someone very important. Is that what you call someone important?
However, I didn't mind hearing that at all. "So, once my leg heals, I'll dump him again?"
What kind of operation is this?
Wen Cheng was secretly anxious; she really wanted to hear the gossip!
Wen Qi chuckled, clearly seeing through Wen Cheng's thoughts. However, silly Cheng didn't need to know so much about other people's affairs.
"Chengcheng, this is Shi Zhuorui's, his cousin, Shi Jingyin." Wen Qi paused subtly for a moment.
Wen Cheng obediently extended her hand, "Hello."
Shi Jingyin also extended his hand. When the two hands touched, Wen Cheng realized how cold the other person's hands were. However, judging from his clothes, he was already wearing a lot even in the greenhouse. He was wearing a thick sweater and a very thick base layer underneath.
Shi Jingyin immediately saw what Wen Cheng was thinking. "Please forgive me, I am naturally cold-sensitive."
Wen Cheng quickly waved her hand.
"So, Brother Qi, the company you're talking about is one that Jingyin is running for you?"
“It’s not me, I’m just someone in charge of liaison,” Shi Jingyin said directly. “The one who really manages this company is my brother,” Shi Jingyin said the word “brother” in a subtle way, like holding a piece of warm jade in her mouth, a soft and gentle sound with the long, sweet tone of a southerner.
Wen Cheng felt a little strange, but she didn't say anything.
Wen Qi took another sip of coffee; the cup was almost empty.
“Jingyin didn’t study management, so she’s not as familiar with company management as her brother,”
"Who is Jingyin?"
“International special police,” Shi Jingyin continued.
Wen Cheng almost coughed up a mouthful of cake that got stuck in her throat.
Wen Qi patted Wen Cheng's back as usual. Most people who knew Shi Jingyin's true identity would react this way, but Wen Cheng was the first person he would pat on the back for.
"International special police, specializing in counter-surveillance and disguise." Wen Qi finished the last sip of his coffee.
Wen Cheng's eyes widened, a sense of deep-seated admiration welled up within her, and she couldn't help but lean forward.
Then, Wen Qi grabbed him by the collar and pulled him back.
"Be careful not to hurt him," Wen Qi said curtly.
Shi Jingyin burst out laughing. "Back when we were learning karate, you always targeted me and beat me up. Don't you remember how many times you kicked me flying?"
Wen Qi lowered his eyes and pretended not to hear.
Wen Cheng suddenly felt that there was something slightly strange about the chemistry between the two of them.
"Chengcheng, do you want to hear the story of Wen Qi and me from the past?" Shi Jingyin's voice trailed off.
Wen Cheng's eyes were like those of a puppy whimpering, watery and a little fierce, but she held back and didn't make a sound.
Wen Qi gently stroked Wen Cheng's hair, while warning Shi Jingyin, "Don't bother him."
Shi Jingyin shrugged, skipping over the matter, and then took out the box that Li Gaoyi had just brought from her pocket.
"I got this back for you. It was 150 million. You made a profit. Chengcheng also did a great job in this."
Wen Qi took the box, and Wen Cheng quickly came over.
Wen Qi glanced at Wen Cheng, then reached out his hand.
"What?" Wen Cheng looked over warily. Did she discover that he had saved up another sum of pocket money and was going to hand it over? This was his snack reserve fund!
“I know about that money, but I won’t take it from you. Hold on,” Wen Qi knew Wen Cheng too well; she could tell what he was thinking from just a tone of voice or a gesture.
Wen Cheng then felt relieved and placed her hand on his.
Wen Qi held Wen Cheng's soft hand, and with his other hand opened the box, taking out the gold-inlaid jade bracelet. The jade's color and texture looked quite good, but the design differed somewhat from modern aesthetics. It was clear the bracelet was very old, but putting aside the exorbitant price, from Wen Cheng's science-oriented perspective, it was still a decent bracelet.
Upon closer inspection, some parts of the bracelet have been polished, but the major components are undamaged, showing that each generation of owners has cherished it.
"Brother Qi, why are you putting this on me?" Wen Cheng felt uncomfortable after looking at it for a while and tried to let go, but Wen Qi gripped her hand tightly.