Chapter 468: It's great to have you

Upon hearing Wang Haitao's words, everyone present lowered their heads.

Jiang Feng leaned against the doorframe, giving a faint smile.

He hadn't expected Wang Haitao to actually make such a choice.

Actually, he didn't hold any grudge against the Wang family.

After all, when the news of his death arrived, the Wang family indeed lacked the standing to challenge the Jiangnan King.

In that situation, the Wang family merely took measures to preserve itself.

Unlike Zhao Xiong and Li Kun, who went all out to trample the Su family into the ground, wishing to replace it outright.

Jiang Feng originally didn't want Su Xueyan to return to the Jiangcheng Chamber of Commerce; in his view, these people were utterly ungrateful wolves.

But Jiang Feng hadn't expected that his fiancée was never a saintly white lotus.

She had also never forgotten what those people had done to the Su family.

Good, this temperament is exactly what a woman of Jiang Feng's should be!

Zhao Xiong stared at Wang Haitao, the muscles on his face twitching a few times, then turned his gaze to Su Xueyan.

He took a deep breath, his voice carrying a hint of stubbornness.

"Chairman Su, if you're unwilling to return, we will not force you."

"But if Chairman Su tries to threaten us with our lives and fortunes, please forgive us for refusing!"

As soon as Zhao Xiong said that, many others also voiced their agreement in indignation.

"Right, we won't agree!"

"The Su family can't treat us like this!"

"This is forcing us onto a dead end!"

The meeting hall was about to descend into chaos again.

Facing the crowd's opposition, Su Xueyan showed no sign of panic on her face.

She sat down calmly, lifted the tea cup on the table, took a sip, then raised her head to look at Zhao Xiong.

"Zhao Family Head."

Her voice wasn't loud, yet the meeting hall fell silent at once.

Everyone looked at her.

"If I'm not mistaken, the Zhao family's four hundred million yuan in receivables for this period have already been confirmed as unrecoverable, right?"

Zhao Xiong's face changed, his pupils constricting sharply.

Su Xueyan didn't give him time to react, continuing.

"Then tell me, after learning of the Zhao family's situation, will the several banks in Jiangcheng still lend them funds?"

Zhao Xiong's face turned completely white.

Su Xueyan looked at him, the corner of her mouth curling into a faint cold smile.

"Without funds, how can the Zhao family sustain its upcoming operations?"

These words were like a dagger, piercing straight into Zhao Xiong's heart.

He opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but couldn't utter a word.

Because what Su Xueyan said were all facts.

The Zhao family's four hundred million yuan in receivables were indeed unrecoverable.

If the banks cut off loans again, the Zhao family couldn't last three months.

Su Xueyan then turned her gaze to Li Kun, her eyes equally icy.

"The Li family's situation isn't any better, is it?"

Li Kun shuddered all over, his face turning deathly pale.

Su Xueyan continued.

"The betting agreement you signed together with the Zhao family—if you lose, both families must pay. The Li family's capital chain is even tighter than the Zhao family's."

Li Kun's lips trembled as he tried to argue, but he ultimately just slumped his head down.

Su Xueyan withdrew her gaze, swept a glance over the others in the meeting hall, and said calmly.

"If you accept my terms, your two families can still live without worry."

Her voice wasn't loud, but each word struck like a nail into the hearts of Zhao Xiong and Li Kun.

"But if you refuse, I don't mind acquiring you directly at an even lower price later."

As soon as she said that, the meeting hall fell dead silent.

Everyone stared at Zhao Xiong and Li Kun, waiting for their reaction.

Zhao Xiong stood there, his expression constantly shifting.

There was reluctance, there was struggle, but in the end it all turned to despair.

His legs gave way, and he collapsed into a sitting position on the ground.

At that moment, he seemed to have aged decades in an instant.

His gaze was empty, as if he had lost all strength.

The others in the meeting hall watched this scene, none daring to speak.

After a while, Zhao Xiong finally spoke.

His voice was hoarse, filled with collapse and resignation.

"I agree… Chairman Su."

As soon as he said that, Zhao Xiong seemed to have been drained of his last ounce of strength, collapsing motionless to the ground.

Li Kun glanced at Zhao Xiong, then at Su Xueyan, and also spoke softly.

"The Li family… also agreed."

Su Xueyan nodded, her face showing no proud expression.

She just said lightly.

"Since you've agreed, let's follow the rules. I'll have someone draft the specific plan and deliver it to everyone within three days."

After saying that, she stood up and glanced at Jiang Feng.

Jiang Feng gave her a slight nod, his eyes filled with admiration.

Su Xueyan felt warm inside and walked toward the door.

Jiang Feng turned and followed Su Xueyan out of the meeting room, with Ma Jian behind them.

The three of them walked toward the elevator together.

Ma Jian couldn't help but say quietly.

"Sister-in-law, you were just amazing! You didn't see Zhao Xiong's face—it looked like he'd lost his own father."

Su Xueyan smiled, but said nothing.

Jiang Feng glanced at her and said.

"When did you investigate the accounts of the Zhao and Li families?"

Su Xueyan thought for a moment, then said.

"I started investigating from the day they removed me from office."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Feng's heart stirred slightly.

This woman is far smarter than he imagined.

And also more resilient than he imagined.

From the day she was removed, she had already been preparing today's counterattack!

The three entered the elevator, left the Chamber of Commerce building, and got into the car.

In the car, Su Xueyan leaned back in the seat and let out a long breath.

Jiang Feng looked at her and asked.

"Are you tired?"

Su Xueyan shook her head and smiled.

"Not tired, just feels… a bit unreal."

Jiang Feng said nothing, waiting for her to continue.

Su Xueyan turned her head to look out the window and spoke softly.

"From childhood, my grandfather taught me to be decent in life and leave room in my actions. My grandfather has helped many people and saved many families in his lifetime."

She paused, her tone carrying a hint of bitterness.

"But in the end, those people not only didn't feel grateful, they actually stepped on the Su family when it fell."

Jiang Feng fell silent for a moment, then said.

"That's just how people are. If you're good to them, they take it for granted. Once you fall on hard times, they'd rather step on you."

Su Xueyan nodded and turned her head to look at Jiang Feng.

"So today, I don't want to endure any longer."

Her gaze was very firm.

"The Su family helped them, but they don't remember. So let them remember that the Su family can also destroy them."

Jiang Feng looked at Su Xueyan, the corners of his mouth slightly lifting.

"That's more like it."

His tone carried a hint of approval.

"As Jiang Feng's woman, you should have this kind of spirit."

Upon hearing this, a faint blush crossed Su Xueyan's face; she lowered her head and said nothing.

Ma Jian saw this in the rearview mirror, chuckled twice, and focused on driving his car.

The car soon arrived at the Su Family Villa.

The three got out of the car and walked into the courtyard.

Su Xueyan said.

"I'll go call my grandfather to tell him about the Chamber of Commerce matter."

Jiang Feng nodded.

"Go ahead."

Su Xueyan turned and went into the house; Jiang Feng stood in the courtyard, gazing at the distant sky, wondering what he was thinking.

Ma Jian leaned in and lowered his voice to speak.

"Jiang Ge, regarding Duan Zhang's side…"

Jiang Feng withdrew his gaze and glanced at him.

"What's wrong?"

Ma Jian said.

"Over there, there's been no movement—he's just staying in the Jiangnan Wang Mansion Bieyuan, not going anywhere."

Jiang Feng remained silent for a moment, then said calmly.

"No rush, he'll come find me."

Ma Jian nodded and said nothing more.

Jiang Feng turned to walk into the house, took two steps, then suddenly stopped and turned back to speak.

By the way, have Jiangnan Wang check out the strangers around the Prince's Residence and see which faction they belong to.

Ma Jian nodded quickly.

Understood, I'll take care of it right away.

Jiang Feng grunted and went inside.

Su Xueyan was sitting on the sofa making a call, her tone relaxed.

Grandfather, rest assured, the Chamber of Commerce matters have been settled...

She hung up, a smile on her face.

Jiang Feng sat down beside her and asked.

What did the Old Master say?

Su Xueyan smiled.

Grandfather is pleased, saying he can finally relax.

Jiang Feng nodded.

That's good.

Su Xueyan looked at him and suddenly said.

Jiang Feng, thank you.

Jiang Feng shook his head.

Don't keep saying thank you, it's too formal.

Hearing that, Su Xueyan felt a warm surge in her heart.

She leaned over, resting her head on Jiang Feng's shoulder, and whispered.

It's great to have you.