The Wealthy and Influential Fiancé has the Ability to Read Mind
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Although Ye Zhenghong was considered a muddled person, he was quite clear about this situation.
If they wanted Ye Shuyan to come back and take over this mess, they would have to pay a price, a huge price.
However, if they didn’t find Ye Shuyan and let the company drag on to bankruptcy, they could end up with nothing, even facing restrictions on high spending, which would be an even greater cost.
He couldn’t live like that. He glanced at Sun Wanqiu and Ye Shuchen. They couldn’t live like that either…
So, after the shareholders left, Ye Zhenghong leaned back on the sofa and sighed, “Xiao Chen, go apologize to your brother and bring him back.”
After saying this, he seemed to age ten years.
“Old Ye,” Sun Wanqiu hesitated. She hadn’t even been the true mistress of the Ye family for half a year. If she lowered her head now, she might never be able to lift it again. She felt quite unwilling, but seeing her son looking dejected and devoid of fighting spirit, her gaze fell on Jiang Miao. At this moment, the one feeling the most unwilling was probably this daughter-in-law. She spoke softly, “Miao Miao, can’t your father really help out a bit more?”
“Even if you apologize, with Big Brother’s temperament, he might not even accept it. If that happens, we’ll probably spend the rest of our lives under him and Tang Nuan.”
Jiang Miao was already angry about how Ye Shuchen had let the shareholders insult her just now, and this pushed her over the edge, “Ye Shuchen, if you want to go, you go! I absolutely won’t go!”
Saying this, she directly got up and returned to her family home.
Seeing Sun Wanqiu’s hopeful expression, Ye Shuchen sneered, “Mom, don’t get your hopes up. Can’t you see? The Jiang family is only eager to benefit from the Ye family. At times like this, they won’t help.” His tone became even more dejected, “Moreover, they really can’t help.”
Sure enough, in the afternoon, Father Jiang and Jiang Zhan personally brought Jiang Miao back, insisting that she and Ye Shuchen go apologize to Ye Shuyan and Tang Nuan to bring him back.
Jiang Miao looked bewildered, likely not expecting that her father and brother, who always claimed to care for her, would put her through such humiliation.
Ye Shuchen sneered, having anticipated this outcome. Although the Jiang family wasn’t in the same crisis as the Ye family, the land and the first phase of the film and television project had required investments of billions. Only with his brother’s return could they hope to salvage it.
As for Jiang Miao’s supposed favoritism? In the face of interests, she was merely a bait.
It was unclear what Jiang Miao had said or done, but the next day, Ye Zhenghong personally took Ye Shuchen and Jiang Miao to find Ye Shuyan.
When they arrived, Ye Shuyan and Tang Nuan had just come out of a meeting room.
Ye Shuyan was still impeccably dressed in a suit, but his demeanor had softened considerably. He smiled and asked Tang Nuan, who walked beside him, “When can we expect the design proposals for those hotels in France?”
Tang Nuan, dressed in a chic professional outfit, replied in a businesslike manner, “I need to visit in person to get a feel for the hotels there and understand the preferences of the guests.”
Ye Shuyan naturally placed his hand on her shoulder, a hint of reluctance in his voice, “How long will you be gone?”
Tang Nuan comfortingly patted his hand, “At least a week. I’ll be back as soon as I can.”
Ye Shuyan said, “Then come back within three days.”
Tang Nuan laughed, “Stop joking!”
They said a person’s well-being is hard to hide. It was clear that Ye Shuyan and his wife were doing very well after leaving the Ye family. Ye Shuchen had never seen his brother so happy and at ease, a stark contrast to the cold image he had of him.
The couple’s interactions showed how a harmonious marriage could be so relaxed and comfortable. He couldn’t help but glance at Jiang Miao, who was struggling to maintain a neutral expression, then turned away without a word.
He realized he had misjudged and chosen the wrong person and now wasn’t a good time for divorce. Since she saw him as a tool for revenge, he might as well use her too. It seemed fair enough.
Ye Shuyan wasn’t surprised by the visit from the Ye family. He directly addressed Ye Zhenghong, saying, “I have no intention of cleaning up your mess. What benefit would I gain from returning?”
He gestured to his office. “The team I’ve built is stronger and more cohesive. In a few years, I can create a group even larger than the previous Ye family.”
Ye Zhenghong, noticing Ye Shuyan’s improved living situation, couldn’t find a reason to counter. He resorted to an emotional appeal, saying, “That’s still the foundation your grandfather left behind.”
Ye Shuyan smiled, “It wasn’t destroyed by me.”
Ye Zhenghong was at a loss for words as it had been ruined by him and his younger son.
Ye Shuchen stepped forward, saying, “Big Brother, I just want a small stake to maintain my living. The rest is yours. I won’t participate in Ye family matters anymore.”
Jiang Miao’s eyes widened in shock, “What are you saying?” A small stake to maintain a living? Did he plan to be a wastrel for the rest of his life?
But Ye Shuchen then looked at her and said, “Jiang Miao, apologize to your sister-in-law.”
Jiang Miao was startled by the dark emotions in his eyes. Remembering his threat from the day before, she bit her lip and said to Tang Nuan, “Sister-in-law, I’m sorry. I was immature before, and I promise I won’t provoke you again.”
Tang Nuan didn’t respond, but Ye Zhenghong noticed a slight softening in Ye Shuyan’s attitude and quietly felt relieved.
Ye Zhenghong made several more visits, transferring 5% of the shares he and Sun Wanqiu held to Ye Shuyan. After various pleas from the shareholders, Ye Shuyan finally agreed to return.
Once the news about the Ye family group was announced, the stock, which had been falling for a long time, finally began to stabilize.
The drama of the wealthy family fighting over inheritance had come to an end.
Thanks to Jiang Miao’s earlier high-profile actions, the entire internet was paying attention to this matter.
Now that the dust had settled, public opinion online was no longer divided into two camps as it had been at the beginning. Once the policy was announced and Ye family stocks plummeted, netizens confirmed Ye Shuchen’s incompetence.
The internet is often extreme: when things are good, you can do no wrong, but when they’re bad, even a small mistake can send you straight to hell, especially since this wasn’t just a small mistake.
Soon, new analyses of the situation emerged online: [After watching this drama, I think it’s less about brothers fighting for inheritance and more about President Ye playing a long game.]
[At first, he created the illusion of retreat. Once Second Ye and the Jiang family confirmed their collaboration, he tied them together. When Ye family stocks were at their peak, he sold his shares to capture all of Second Ye and the Jiang family’s attention and hold back their funds. When the greedy Jiang family moved to target the Nuanyang system, he swiftly pulled out, completely severing ties, ensuring the Ye and Jiang families were more tightly bound together.]
[Then, at this crucial moment, he announced a partnership with top hotel management companies from various countries. Nuanyang’s stock didn’t drop, but the stocks of the Ye and Jiang families were affected. When macro-control policies were introduced, neither family would be spared.]
Some people also expressed skepticism: [It can’t be that impressive. The chaos in the Ye family was caused by policy issues, who could have predicted that? Young Master Ye just happened to be lucky.]
[Come on, a good leader needs foresight in information and judgment. If you look at the Ye family’s financial reports from the past few years, they stopped new real estate development two years ago. What does that indicate? It shows that President Ye anticipated such policy trends, while Second Ye was overly pleased to buy new land right after taking over.]
[The land and that film and culture project, combined with the shares President Ye sold, have tied up both the Ye and Jiang families’ funds. It’s likely not just company money but a lot of loans as well, so they can’t afford even a slight risk right now.]
[So, let’s stop blaming the policies. From start to finish, Second Ye was never a qualified leader. He might make some good investments thanks to his upbringing, but managing a group? Not a chance.]
[In the end, just looking at the results, let’s not even discuss the deeper issues, President Ye sold shares at their peak and bought back when Ye family stocks hit rock bottom, selling for 400 billion and buying for less than 200 billion. That means, in less than six months, he personally earned 200 billion.]
[Wow… 200 billion. A group with 200 billion in assets is impressive enough, and he personally made that much in half a year…]
[I’ve heard he’s amazing, the reputation is well-deserved.]
[This is just the surface, though, isn’t it?]
[Father Ye favored his younger son, and Second Ye’s mistakes led to this outcome. Now they want him back to save the day. Could he possibly return without any cost? We don’t know the specifics, but President Ye set up such a large scheme that it’s unlikely he’ll forgive them without feeling any pain.]
[Ultimately, this big upheaval has revealed all the hidden issues in the group, acting as a massive purge and forcing everyone to recognize the reality. It’s likely that Second Ye won’t dare to take the helm again.]
[Such meticulous planning… it’s terrifying.]
[Doesn’t Tang Nuan feel scared of such a man?]
[You’re joking. He’s highly capable at work, not plotting against women. Every move President Ye makes is aboveboard. He’s just calculated Second Ye’s incompetence and the Jiang family’s greed.]
[Shouldn’t she feel completely secure? Like, ‘My husband can do anything and he won’t be afraid of anything that comes our way.’]
[Well, I suggest you look into it. Tang Nuan isn’t someone to underestimate either. She created the Nuanyang system at just 24 and managed to cost the Jiang family a billion in a month…]
[Wow, a big bad wolf vs. a little fox! I’m ready to ship them… a love that’s equally matched is the most beautiful!]
Beyond the internet, many people in the industry were discussing the situation. Previously, Ye Shuyan had only dealt with those he crossed paths with in business, while others knew of him only through rumors. This inheritance battle allowed them to clearly witness his formidable nature.
In fact, they knew much more than what was being analyzed online.
At the Xie family’s dinner table, Xie Jianzhong used this situation as a lesson for his two sons.
Xie Feizhe said, “This guy is too cunning. He never considered giving up the Ye family, did he?”
Xie Feiming replied, “Why would he give it up? It was left to him by his grandfather. A starving camel is still bigger than a horse. The Ye family is substantial, and although it may shrink due to policy impacts, Ye Shuyan has already reduced real estate development investments. As long as the funds keep up and they finish developing the remaining properties, they can sell them off gradually. It just means earning less than before, not that they’re not making money.”
“Sure, the entity may shrink, but it doesn’t mean there’s no need for it. Otherwise, why would the Jiang family be so eager to cling to the Ye family?”
After sipping his soup, Xie Jianzhong slowly added, “The Ye family isn’t shrinking this time, only Ye Zhenghong, Ye Shuchen, and the Jiang family are.”
Xie Feiming suddenly realized, “Right, with his stock transactions, he must have made a fortune off them.”
Xie Feizhe added, “It’s definitely more than that. That guy is quite shrewd. I bet his grandmother, father, Second Ye, and his mother have barely any shares left. Plus, when the stock price hit its lowest point, he definitely swooped in to buy more.”
Xie Jianzhong chuckled, “Well, that family probably only has about 10% of the shares left in total. They’re fine for living expenses, but any plans for trouble? Forget it. I’d guess Ye Shuyan now holds at least 40% of the shares.”
Xie Feiming was shocked, “With such a large percentage, the Ye family will really be his alone.”
“Usurping the throne,” Xie Feizhe shook his head.
Xie Jianzhong looked at him and smiled, “If you had half his ability, I wouldn’t need to worry about you usurping. I’d just pass the position to you myself.”
Xie Feizhe waved his hand, “Having my brother is enough. I’d rather stay in my lane as a rich kid. I don’t want to end up like Second Ye.”
Xie Jianzhong scolded, “Are you implying I’m as foolish as Ye Zhenghong?”
Xie Feiming interrupted the banter between his father and brother, “Those two projects Second Ye signed with the Jiang family are probably a burden now.”
Xie Jianzhong replied, “They are a burden, but not because of Ye Shuyan. It’s the Jiang family’s problem.” He couldn’t help but sigh, “That kid, Ye Shuyan, has calculated everything.”
“Those two projects were led entirely by the Jiang family, taking advantage of Ye Shuchen’s lack of knowledge. If they profit, they’ll certainly benefit more, but now that things have gone south, it’s naturally their responsibility to bear the brunt. So, letting the Jiang family deal with those two projects themselves will just give them headaches.”
Xie Feiming connected the dots, “This way, it can also trap the Jiang family’s funds, preventing them from developing properly in the internet sector.”
If the Jiang family had their way, the Ye and Jiang families would invest together, with the Ye family taking the lead in development due to their experience. The Jiang family would profit without putting in too much effort. However, with things developing to this point, Ye Shuyan definitely wouldn’t take charge anymore. Instead, the Jiang family would have to figure things out on their own, which is almost like starting a new business in a different industry. They could forget about expanding and growing.
Moreover, the internet is a rapidly evolving industry, even a slight delay could lead to obsolescence…
In short, this series of moves not only defeated the enemy but also established long-term suppression. It was quite impressive.
Xie Feizhe cursed, “So ruthless, really ruthless!”
Xie Jianzhong said, “You two are at least friends. I see Ye Shuyan has been reaching out to you lately. Can’t you learn something from him?”
“No need,” Xie Feizhe replied, “Just learning a bit won’t let me sleep soundly in the future.”
Thinking about Ye Shuyan’s recent messages, Xie Feizhe’s eyebrows shot up in anger, “That guy is a dog! He never reaches out to me with good intentions!”
As he was cursing, his phone rang. Xie Feiming caught a glimpse of the caller ID and chuckled, “Speak of the devil! What could Ye Shuyan want at this hour?”
Xie Feizhe hung up the phone immediately. Just then, a notification pinged, and he couldn’t help but check the message. He cursed under his breath, then suddenly remembered something, grabbed his car keys, and walked out while saying, “Tang Xing, I’m giving you a chance…”
As he spoke, he walked away.
Xie Jianzhong watched his retreating figure and remarked, “Is something going on with him lately?”
Xie Feiming chuckled, “With him hanging out with Ye Shuyan, are you worried he’ll go bad?”
Xie Jianzhong chuckled, “Well, you know what they say, fools have their own luck.”