The person he had sent to make indirect contact with the feed company had been sending him frequent good news lately.
It turned out that these two were indeed short-sighted opportunists who, sensing trouble, were already trying to change course after getting a taste of trouble.
Just imagining Jian Suilin and Li Yu looking like complete losers made him feel like the coming year held real promise. A fierce fighting spirit ignited within him.
The day before the board meeting, Jian Suiying planned to get a haircut. Just as he was about to leave, he received a call from Xiao Zhu.
Sure enough, that was the reason for the call. Jian Suiying instructed Xiao Zhu to contact Secretary Liang, assuring her she would handle it.
Xiao Zhu beamed, "No problem." "But this time, you better not mess up my hair again." "No, I won't."
That night, they made love naturally.
The next morning, Jian Suiying left from Xiao Zhu's place.
Several of Jian Suiying's relatives attended the board meeting, including his father. When he strode in, his suit impeccably tailored, all eyes were on him.
Though these three usually maintained a polite facade while engaging in fierce behind-the-scenes maneuvering, they had now united on this matter. It could be said they were
aligned with his own intentions.
Jian Suiying flashed them a smile, and in turn, the trio exchanged knowing glances, each carrying a hint of amusement.
The project was ultimately approved at the meeting, with investment set to commence after the New Year.
As attendees filed out one by one after the meeting, only Jian Dongyuan remained seated.
Jian Suiying glanced at him. After everyone had left, Jian Dongyuan spoke up, "You haven't been home in so long." Jian Suiying nodded silently.
"This isn't the first time you two have clashed. I don't know what it's about, but what's past is past.
As the older brother, be more magnanimous. Come home for a meal."
Jian Suiying thought to himself that he had always been petty and never learned to be magnanimous. Seeing his brother's silence, Jian Dongyuan felt utterly helpless.
Jian Dongyuan sighed, stood up, and walked toward the door.
Jian Suiying watched the graying hair at the back of his head and couldn't help calling out, "Dad." "Hmm?"
"I'll be back for New Year's. I'll come home for New Year's."
Jian Dongyuan offered a faint smile. "Alright."
New Year's Day arrived quickly.
When Jian Suiying arrived home, Jian Suilin was helping the housekeeper arrange a fruit platter. Spotting him enter, he walked over and, in front of his
"Brother, you're back."
Seeing him now, meek and submissive, a surge of anger welled up inside Jian Suiying. He knew it was all an act—one he'd been performing for over a decade.
Jian Suiying fought the urge to punch that hypocritical face, not even flinching an eyelid as he walked straight past him without a glance.
Jian Dongyuan saw it but could do nothing, turning his head away.
from Hainan yesterday. Have some."
Sui Ying retorted bluntly, "Stay away from me." Jian Dongyuan frowned. "Sui Ying."
Jian Suilin didn't even blink as he peeled the fruit and held it to his lips. "Brother, have some. It's very sweet."
."
Jian Suiying glanced at his father, then at him. Not wanting to appear petty in front of his father, he opened his mouth and swallowed a bite
.
During the meal, Jian Suilin was overly attentive, constantly serving him food and soup, making Jian Suying want to flip the table over him.
. If you can't take the heat, don't stir the pot. Playing the underdog just makes you look cheap.
Jian Suiying didn't stay overnight that evening; he went home after dinner.
As he walked out, Jian Suilin kept staring at him, that intense, unblinking gaze making him feel uneasy all over.
He expected Jian Suilin to seize an opportunity to speak, but not a word was uttered until Jian Suilin had stepped outside the door.
Early the next morning, Jian Suiying drove alone to Qinhuangdao, his trunk packed full of goodies.
His company had only granted a three-day holiday, meaning this trip would require an overnight stay before returning. Still, he felt compelled to go back and see his grandfather.
as the old man was getting on in years, and each visit felt increasingly precious.
He arrived at his grandfather's place around noon. Lunch had been prepared early, filling the table completely, along with two bottles of Maotai
Tai.
The grandfather and grandson chatted and drank together, stretching the meal out for over two hours.
Both had a bit too much to drink. In the afternoon, Jian Suiying took a nap. When he woke up, it was already dinnertime, so they just kept eating.
After staying for a day and a night, Jian Suiying drove back to Beijing in the afternoon.
He needed to rest up before diving into contract negotiations starting tomorrow.
After months of back-and-forth negotiations, both sides had essentially reached an agreement. Following some final refinements, the contract was formally signed in early February.
However, disaster struck the very next day, just as the funds had been transferred to the other party's account and the property transfer was about to be finalized.
Happy New Year, everyone~