Chapter 297: Chapter 297: The Appearance of a Mysterious Figure (Third Update)

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The Ye Family’s ancestral hall.

Four old foxes, each with inscrutable thoughts.

Yet all were able to keep their composure.

Qian Guanshu answered Chu Zhaotian, “I heard that Old Song’s daughter, Zhizhi, went to Jinghe Village with two bodyguards. When they encountered danger, she escaped with her bodyguards. Of course, I didn’t see it myself, it’s just that I heard it from Wenhan. As it turns out, it seems so…”

“Old Song’s daughter sure knows how to save her own life. Without regard for so many others, she simply took off! But, that being said, all these people dying under chaotic circumstances, I suppose it’s understandable that Old Song’s daughter was frightened into fleeing.” Chu Zhaotian sarcastically remarked.

Song Shan’s face turned particularly grim. He stared at Chu Zhaotian and said sternly, “The real situation is unknown, I hope Mr. Chu, you’ll be prudent in your words. Otherwise, when the truth comes out, I fear your face can’t handle it.”

“You!” Chu Zhaotian’s face also looked grim. “My daughter is now lying in the hospital, her life hanging by a thread, and you’re still making these sarcastic remarks! If anything happens to my daughter, Song Shan, I’ll hold you responsible!”

“Can you be reasonable? Did my daughter cause your daughter’s injury? Or do you, Chief Chu, think that my daughter should die and yours should not?!”

“Song Shan! You’re a diplomat, I can’t outtalk you, nor do I have your eloquence! But Song Shan, if my daughter suffers any aftermath, I’ll never let it rest!” Chu Zhaotian, leaving these harsh words behind, left the scene.

As Song Shan watched Chu Zhaotian leave, he was also seething with anger.

Qin Wenguo chose not to intervene in their argument for the time being. He knew he had some leverage over the Song family. Until he found something to use against Song Shan, he dared not confront him. His daughter promised to find evidence equal to Song Shan’s crimes. Everyone knew that anyone in this position had some skeletons in their closet, they were just burying them deeper! So right now, without a countermeasure, Qin Wenguo had to be submissive.

And now!

Ye Taiting suddenly passed away, the Commercial Management had a new successor, and it was none of the people present!

In such unclear circumstances, he decided to wait and see.

Qin Wenguo said, “I also got up very early, and I’m now grieving too much. I want to go back and rest, I’ll leave first. Mr. Qian, I trust you to handle Mr. Ye’s funeral.”

“Don’t worry, it’s my responsibility.”

Qin Wenguo then spoke a few grandiose words before he left.

Only Song Shan and Qian Guanshu remained in the ancestral hall.

Qian Guanshu looked at Song Shan and said helplessly, “I didn’t know Mr. Ye had this plan. I had been recommending you in front of him, thinking you were the most suitable person. I saw that Mr. Ye appreciated you, only to find out…”

“Only to find out, Mr. Ye just wanted me to turn against Qin Wenguo?”

“Not to the point of completely turning against each other.” Qian Guanshu replied, “Right now, I’m thinking that Mr. Ye may have wanted you to bring down Qin Wenguo, probably because he discovered Qin Wenguo’s unfaithfulness. Therefore, he wanted to find someone he trusted to help him. You know he was seriously ill and didn’t have much time, and his son was too young. He needed to leave some trustworthy people around him. But I have to say, it was wrong of Mr. Ye to use you in this way, and I feel very guilty thinking about it now.”

Song Shan just listened to Qian Guanshu. He didn’t expect that he could talk so pleasantly that he couldn’t get angry with him.

He had never noticed Qian Guanshu had such abilities before. He had always thought Qian Guanshu was just Ye Taiting’s servant, responsible for taking care of Mr. Ye’s daily life!

Now, he felt that Qian Guanshu was not as easygoing as he appeared on the surface.

This man’s cunning ran deep.

Seeing that Song Shan did not respond, Qian Guanshu continued, “Old Song, although Mr. Ye’s actions were somewhat improper, the Commercial Management is ultimately the Ye Family’s possession. So, Wenhan, as Mr. Ye’s only child, was inevitably going to inherit his position. I can understand how you feel, but I still hope that you can put aside past grudges and effectively assist the current heir. I believe Wenhan will appreciate your contributions.”

Song Shan chuckled lightly and said, “Mr. Qian, you worry too much. I only wanted to inherit Mr. Ye’s position because he had no heirs. Now his son is standing in front of us, alive and well. How could I entertain any other ideas? I’ll do my utmost to assist him as necessary.”

“I’m relieved to hear that,” said Qian Guanshu, then adding, “Mr. Ye can now rest in peace.”

“I’ll leave now too. Call me anytime. Receiving your call early this morning was heartbreaking. I’m not weathering it so well! We are all of a certain age, we need to take care of ourselves. And that includes you,” Song Shan said earnestly.

“I know. Go back and rest assuredly. It’s in my hands here.”

“I appreciate it.”

“My pleasure.”

Two calculated old men were courteously exchanging hypocritical words.

Song Shan left the memorial service.

As soon as he got back to the car, his face instantly changed. He turned to Wei Ziming, who was driving, and coldly ordered, “You didn’t tell me, Ye Taiting went to Jinghe Village.”

Wei Ziming said nothing.

Song Shan’s face darkened even more, and he picked up his phone.

“Dad.” At this moment, Zhizhi was sitting in the car. They were preparing to go back.

All the way, Ji Baijian remained silent, and Zhizhi did not disturb him either.

“Zhizhi, when you go home, there are some things I’d like to ask you in person.”

Song Zhizhi turned her head to look at Ji Baijian.

Ji Baijian seemed to know what they were discussing on the phone, and he nodded gently.

Song Zhizhi said, “Alright, I’ll come back soon.”

Ji Baijian spoke to Luo Xiaolang, “Find a place to park.”

“Ji Baijian,” Song Zhizhi called him.

“I can take a taxi back,” Ji Baijian said.

“Actually, I don’t think we need to avoid you when dealing with our family matters,” Song Zhizhi said bluntly.

Ji Baijian let out a short laugh. He reached over to stroke her cheek and replied, “There’s no need to make yourself uncomfortable, your trust in me is enough.”

Song Zhizhi nodded.

She didn’t want to pressure Ji Baijian.

Nor did she want to explain too much to her father.

She clearly understood that her father probably didn’t want anyone else interfering with their family matters–even Ji Baijian. There was still a barrier between him and her father.

Yet Ji Baijian was always considerate of her.

Luo Xiaolang pulled over to the roadside.

Ji Baijian opened the car door.

“I’ll come back for dinner tonight,” Song Zhizhi said.

“Okay, I’ll wait for you.”

“Take care.”

Ji Baijian nodded, “Mm.”

Song Zhizhi reluctantly bid Ji Baijian goodbye.

Ji Baijian watched as Song Zhizhi’s car drove away, momentarily lost in thought.

A black sedan parked by the roadside.

A man got out of the driver’s seat and respectfully addressed him, “Mr. Ji, our young master has invited you.”

Ji Baijian glanced at the car window of the back seat.

The window rolled down.

A man sat inside, his hair neatly styled, dressed in a black suit. He said to Ji Baijian, “Long time no see.”

Ji Baijian approached the sedan.

The man quickly opened the car door for him.

Ji Baijian got in and sat next to the man.

“What good restaurants are there in Jin City?” asked the man casually.

“Your unofficial visit couldn’t have been just for a meal, right?”

“Of course not, I’m here to pay my respects to Ye Taiting of the Ye Family, the helmsman of Commercial Management. Didn’t you see me at the funeral? I noticed you as soon as I arrived, and your wife? I heard her name is Song Zhizhi, as beautiful as I imagined! I always thought ordinary women wouldn’t match you, but seeing you together, I think it’s pretty good.”

Ji Baijian’s lips twitched slightly, “Get to the point.”

The man suddenly laughed, “You’re still so cold. Can’t we just catch up?”

“Catching up with the young master from the official family, I’m afraid I don’t qualify.”

“Ji Baijian, can’t you be less sarcastic? Haven’t I been dealing with your rebuffs all these years? Isn’t it just that I want to bring in talent, recruit you into my ranks? Why are you making such a big deal?! Liu Bei visited Zhuge Liang’s thatch cottage three times to persuade him. You’re making it hard for me to find you even after a thorough search!”

Ji Baijian didn’t respond.

“After all these years, you are still the one I admire the most. So, how about it? You’ve thought about it for 3 years, want to join me?” The man asked, his expression unusually serious at the moment.