Chapter 681: 677. Regret (Please Subscribe and Vote for Monthly Tickets)

At this moment, Liao Wei's expression was incredibly complex; she also understood why Yin Long's attitude toward her had undergone such a drastic change previously—the reason was Zhang Ran, the brother of her husband.

Zhang Ran was actually *that* Zhang Ran!

What was even more critical was Zhang Ran's attitude toward Wang Chao; one could tell from the fact that Zhang Ran was able to spend so many days playing with Wang Chao that Zhang Ran was a person who valued relationships.

And Wang Chao was also a brother he recognized.

Otherwise, how could a super billionaire like him waste so much time playing around with a small-time figure?

Furthermore, because of Zhang Ran's special regard, Wang Ya had already become the center of attention for some people at this moment; this was merely due to the change in Zhang Ran's attitude.

Tom's expression was serious at this time as he approached Zhang Ran and said, "Mr. Zhang, could we talk over here?"

Zhang Ran looked at him, then looked at Liao Wei, and said indifferently, "Whatever the matter is, you can just say it here. Also, are you able to make the decisions?"

Although Zhang Ran did not say anything harsh, the meaning was already very clear: you, Tom, are not yet qualified to discuss certain matters.

Tom did not get angry either; he knew the gap between himself and Zhang Ran. Perhaps only when he fully took charge of all the family businesses could he talk to Zhang Ran as an equal.

"Are those things you said before true?" Tom asked.

Zhang Ran looked at him and said, "Does it matter if they are true or false?"

"Mr. Zhang, the past is in the past, and we have no intention of seeking revenge; I hope you can understand this point," Tom said earnestly.

Zhang Ran sneered, "In the past? You say the matters of that year are in the past, so they are?"

"Then what do you want?" Tom's expression did not change, but his eyes grew tense.

Tom's attitude had always been very humble; he had long been prepared for this, and furthermore, Tom still felt a great deal of respect for Zhang Ran in his heart.

Watching Tom's demeanor, Zhang Ran sighed slightly and said, "You people from big families always think that everything can be exchanged for profit, including the lives of friends and family."

Tom said, "I cannot deny this point, but this is also the reason why we have been able to exist for such a long time.

If everything were done according to one's own preferences, then the family would not continue to develop and grow, and would decline very quickly."

Tom spoke very earnestly.

Zhang Ran nodded noncommittally, then pointed at Liao Wei and said, "Then, is it also because of the family that you are with her?"

Liao Wei's expression was slightly tense, but she quickly recovered.

"Let me state, this Ms. Liao Wei is my brother's wife, at least for now," Zhang Ran said indifferently.

Tom was slightly stunned; he naturally knew that Liao Wei had not yet divorced, but he had not expected Wang Chao to actually be Zhang Ran's brother.

Tom fell silent.

Liao Wei spoke up at this moment: "Mr. Zhang, I don't know how you view me, but I can pat my chest and say that during my marriage, I have not done a single thing to wrong Wang Chao, including now."

Liao Wei spoke very earnestly.

"Is emotional cheating not cheating?" Zhang Ran said indifferently.

Seeing that Liao Wei still wanted to say something, Zhang Ran waved his hand and said, "Forget it, this is your family business after all. Since Chao'er himself hasn't said anything, I can't be bothered to care."

"However, since you are already preparing to divorce, then I have nothing more to say here. You should not get involved in this Fengli Finance matter," Zhang Ran said very calmly.

Tom's expression changed, "Mr. Zhang, business is business..."

"To me, there is no difference between the two. Of course, if you can truly offer a price that even I cannot refuse, then pretend I didn't say anything," Zhang Ran said.

After finishing, Zhang Ran left, leaving behind one final sentence, "Also, if there is any matter, have someone from your family who can make decisions come to talk. There are some things I don't want to say a second time."

Tom watched Zhang Ran's back in silence, not knowing what he was thinking in his heart.

Liao Wei also didn't speak.

After an unknown amount of time, Tom looked at Liao Wei and said, "Don't worry, once you are divorced, I will still marry you."

Liao Wei nodded, not saying much more, but she felt some regret in her heart.

It was not just her who regretted it; Tom also regretted it, but he knew that he could not go back on his word, because the losses would be even greater that way.

Liao Wei's ability was beyond doubt, and Tom could also be considered to truly like her—at the very least, he liked her more than other women.

Therefore, Tom would not go back on his word.

As for Liao Wei, she sighed in her heart because she knew she had missed a very good opportunity—an opportunity to directly transcend this social class, an opportunity she had been longing for.

She had actually heard some of the things Zhang Ran said to Wang Ya earlier, such as Zhang Ran letting Wang Ya work at Galaxy Capital.

If there had been no signs of her and Wang Chao divorcing, then Zhang Ran might very well have let her enter Galaxy Capital for the sake of his brother, Wang Chao.

It was even possible that if her abilities were sufficient, she could have taken control of Galaxy Capital and become the new CEO.

And it wouldn't have taken very long.

Because anyone with a discerning eye could see that Yin Long was only a transitional phase; the future Galaxy Capital would welcome a new CEO, and it wouldn't be long.

Yin Long had his own businesses, and Zhang Ran had only taken a tiny bit of shares.

These shares were not out of greed for cheap gains, but to help Yin Long. With these shares of his, Zhang Ran would have sufficient reason to help in the future if Yin Long encountered any issues, or if problems arose when Yin Long's children took over the business.

But now, everything could only be a fantasy.

Another point was that at this moment, she might already be loathed by the people of the Tom family, because this incident was caused by her, and for the Tom family to want to get involved, they would have to pay a greater price.

Zhang Ran did not concern himself with Liao Wei's thoughts and chatted with Wang Ya for a while longer, letting everyone see how much he valued this niece.

With this point, Wang Ya would have better development in her career in the future.

Wang Ya also understood her Uncle Zhang's good intentions, so her eyes were filled with gratitude, while her heart was also incomparably excited.

"Xiaoya, that... I heard from Qiaosilin that this Uncle Zhang of yours isn't married yet?" Ai Wei said, full of anticipation.

Wang Ya glanced at her and said speechlessly, "What are you thinking?"

"The man is unmarried and the woman is unmarried, why can't I think about it? Besides, think about it, if I became his wife, our relationship would be even closer in the future, and he could take extra care of you," Ai Wei dreamed.

Wang Ya said, "You should just give up on that idea. Didn't you see that Uncle Zhang didn't even spare you a second glance? Clearly, you don't have a chance at all.

Also, look at those two; how do you think you compare to them?"