Chapter 606: 602. He Qing's Biological Mother (Please Subscribe and Vote with Monthly Tickets)

By the afternoon of the next day, the banquet preparations on Zhang Ran's side were nearly complete; all that remained was to wait for the guests to arrive.

At seven o'clock in the evening, people began to arrive, but Zhang Ran did not receive them at the entrance; there was no need.

Zhang Sicheng and Zhang Siyan were sufficient as his children, and with the addition of He Qing, who could represent him to some extent in official matters, there was no issue regarding face.

Moreover, Zhang Ran was not begging these people for anything this time; even if he did not like to put on airs, at this moment, putting on airs was actually a good thing.

He Yong was in charge of the security measures here; in this regard, He Yong was a professional.

Zhang Ran was inside busy entertaining these people, and with the help of Prince Haiman, he appeared very relaxed.

After all, the people who came, whether in terms of status, resources, or wealth, could not compare to Zhang Ran, so they basically all flattered Zhang Ran and went along with his words; there was no need to expend much energy at all.

But outside, Zhang Sicheng and the others were a bit tired.

Seeing that there was no one for the moment, Zhang Sicheng rubbed his face vigorously; he felt his face was about to go stiff from smiling.

Yin Shu, who was to the side, looked at Zhang Sicheng and smiled: "What? Tired?"

"Yeah, this is just too uncomfortable," Zhang Sicheng said with a bitter face.

Yin Shu was mainly responsible for introducing people to Zhang Sicheng and Zhang Siyan, a task Yin Shu had volunteered for.

Otherwise, the two siblings basically wouldn't know many of the people.

"If you're tired, take a break. I'll handle it. And Siyan, Xiao Qing, if it really doesn't work, the three of you can take turns," Yin Shu said.

"Thank you, Uncle Yin, no need. I can still hold on," Zhang Sicheng said in thanks, then immediately resumed his smile.

Zhang Siyan, however, was a bit tempted: "Big Brother, how about I withdraw first?"

"You dare? Today, if I don't leave, don't you think about leaving either," Zhang Sicheng said 'viciously'.

Zhang Siyan pouted: "It's enough for you to suffer here alone, why do you have to drag me into it?"

"Heh, I know what you're thinking. Isn't it just that you want to slack off in the future? You're dreaming. I'm telling you, from now on, you have a share in the family's affairs too. Don't think about slacking off," Zhang Sicheng said.

Watching the two siblings bickering here, a gratified smile appeared on Yin Shu's face.

The two siblings had not had any unpleasantness because of property; whether it was Zhang Sicheng or Zhang Siyan, neither of them wanted that.

So, the reason Zhang Siyan wanted to leave was not just to slack off, but also because she wanted to give such opportunities to show one's face to her big brother.

And Zhang Sicheng wanted Zhang Siyan not to overthink things, as she would also have a share of the family property in the future.

Of course, this share was reserved for Susu, not for anyone else in the future.

Zhang Sicheng didn't say this, but that was what he thought in his heart; however, no one could say for sure about the future.

"Young Master Zhou, hello, hello." Seeing someone arrive, Yin Shu hurriedly stepped forward to greet him.

He then introduced them: "This is the eldest son of the Hotel King Zhou Fatian, Zhou Guohao."

Just as he was about to start introducing Zhang Sicheng and the others, Zhou Guohao immediately took the initiative to reach out his hand: "Chairman Yin, no need to introduce them. I know these three. The son and daughter of Mr. Zhang; I have long admired your names."

Zhou Guohao was very polite; although he was already over forty, his attitude was very humble.

There was no help for it; just the fact that they were Zhang Ran's children was enough to make many people feel awe.

"Hello, Young Master Zhou." Zhang Sicheng and Zhang Siyan both disliked this form of address; it felt a bit awkward.

"This must be Secretary He, hello, hello. Please take care of us in the future." Zhou Guohao was also quite polite to He Qing.

Zhang Ran's secretary, in many matters, now carried more weight than Zhang Sicheng and the others.

After all, Zhang Sicheng and the others were not yet prepared to take over the Zhang Family's business, and they basically wouldn't intervene.

But He Qing was different; He Qing was now Zhang Ran's secretary, and a single word from her could command the attention of many.

He Qing seemed to have been distracted just now; only after being reminded did she come back to her senses: "Hello, I wouldn't dare accept such a request."

After saying this, her gaze turned again to the person beside Zhou Guohao, and one of them also looked surprised and conflicted.

This person was Liu Yu.

Zhang Sicheng and the others had noticed the situation by now, and Zhang Sicheng moved to stand in front of He Qing without a sound.

"Xiao Qing, do you know her?" Zhang Sicheng asked.

Zhou Guohao also hurriedly introduced: "This is the president of Yuqing Company, Liu Yu."

He Qing took a deep breath and said: "Hello, President Liu."

Liu Yu looked at He Qing and said with a complex tone: "Xiao Qing, long time no see."

"Heh, yeah, long time no see, President Liu!" He Qing emphasized her tone heavily; it was the first time she had ever done so.

Zhang Sicheng looked around and then said: "Xiao Qing, who is this?"

He Qing's tone suddenly calmed down: "If you count it up, she should be my biological mother!"

Once these words were out, everyone was stunned, but Zhang Sicheng understood the situation somewhat. Hearing this, he didn't say another word and directly stated: "Xiao Qing, do whatever you need to do. You don't need to consider anything; the Zhang Family will back you up in everything!"

These words were very firm, but Zhang Sicheng now had the full qualifications to say them!

Zhang Sicheng also understood the relationship between his father and He Yong, so he naturally wouldn't treat He Qing like a mere secretary.

Upon hearing this, He Qing showed a look of gratitude, but soon she became hesitant again.

"Xiao Qing, Sicheng is Brother Zhang's son; what he says can fully represent Brother Zhang." Although Yin Shu didn't know the specific details, he could see some things.

At this moment, he wasn't saying this to He Qing, but to Zhou Guohao.

Sure enough, upon hearing this, Zhou Guohao immediately distanced himself from Liu Yu and said: "Everyone, I apologize. I didn't know you had a conflict. President Liu just wanted to come to the banquet, and I was just showing the way."

In just a few sentences, Zhou Guohao completely abandoned Liu Yu; even if they had some friendship before, the moment Zhang Sicheng said those words, that bit of friendship was completely insufficient.

Liu Yu's expression changed instantly, becoming even more complex.

She truly hadn't expected that just because of a single word from He Qing, Zhou Guohao, who was high and unreachable in her eyes, would cut ties with her without hesitation.

Liu Yu even believed that if He Qing said one more word, Zhou Guohao might even take action against her.

"Xiao Qing, don't be like this, okay? You don't know the reason for what happened back then; I had my own difficulties too." Liu Yu showed a look of pleading.

Seeing Zhang Sicheng supporting her so much, He Qing felt moved, and her resolve hardened.

"Difficulties? Heh, the difficulty was sending my dad to prison? Such a difficulty is really quite something," He Qing said mockingly.