Hang City, Wangu Group.
Wei Tiansheng was emotionally delivering a reprimand, while Wei Jiansheng stood on the opposite side, head lowered, not daring to say a word.
"You fool, youâre such a fool. You actually went to plead with that brat Lin Fan. Iâve held you in such high regard, what the hell were you thinking? Youâve made me lose all face!"
Wei Tiansheng was furious.
Wei Jiansheng had gone to Lin Fan personally to plead for Hua Yiwu, attempting to reconcile in exchange for Hua Yiwuâs safety, but Lin Fan ultimately did not give Wei Jiansheng this face, and Hua Yiwu was taken by the police.
Hua Yiwuâs arrest became a hot topic, which erupted across the internet, creating a sensation. Simultaneously, as the company behind Hua Yiwu, Cherry Entertainmentâs reputation suffered greatly.
Soon, a rumor started circulating in the business world. It was said that the boss of Cherry Entertainment, the third son of the Jiangnan Wei Family, Wei Jiansheng, had personally taken Hua Yiwu to visit Lin Fan. Rumor in Jianghu was that Lin Fan and the Jiangnan Wei Family have always been at odds, and the issue with Hua Yiwu was exacerbated by Lin Fanâs influence, so Wei Jiansheng begged Lin Fan to let it go, but Lin Fan mercilessly refused.
Suddenly, the Jiangnan Wei Family became a laughingstock.
This rumor reached Wei Tianshengâs ears, and it nearly made him collapse with anger.
Wei Jiansheng endured his fatherâs scolding, not uttering a word, until Wei Tiansheng was too tired to continue.
"Explain to me, what the hell were you thinking?" Wei Tiansheng stared at Wei Jiansheng.
Only then did Wei Jiansheng speak: "I wasnât trying to save Hua Yiwu; I was trying to save Cherry Entertainmentâs reputation, to protect our Wei Familyâs reputation. Father can see now, because of Hua Yiwu, Cherry Entertainmentâs reputation is badly tarnished, also affecting our Wei Familyâs reputation. At that time, I had no other choice but to attempt persuading Lin Fan, but who knew that brat Lin Fan had no plans to reconcile. This kid is too arrogant."
Wei Tiansheng cursed: "Of course he wouldnât reconcile with you. Use your brain; the police are already arresting Hua Yiwu for what he did. Can Lin Fan influence that? Not only does Lin Fan not have the intention to reconcile, even if he wanted to, would he dare!"
Wei Jianshengâs face turned pale: "I miscalculated, but I can guarantee, with Lin Fanâs attitude, even if he could, he wouldnât reconcile with us. I realize he doesnât take the Wei Family seriously. I originally thought Lin Fan saw us as rivals, but that day I realized, Lin Fan simply doesnât care!"
Bang!
Wei Tiansheng angrily slammed the table: "That brat Lin Fan, heâs truly arrogant! Does he think the Wei Family is easy to bully? I swear Lin Fan will pay the price!"
Observing this, Wei Jiansheng was secretly pleased, successfully redirecting the hatred toward Lin Fan. This tactic never fails.
"Father, that day Lin Fan said outright that our Wei Family has no qualifications to negotiate with him, because his Mortal Group will soon surpass us." Wei Jiansheng said, continuing to exaggerate.
Wei Tiansheng coldly snorted: "Nonsense. What makes Mortal Group surpass my Wangu Group? Lin Fan is far too arrogant. I will make him face realityâs harsh lesson!"
Wei Jiansheng said: "I, too, cannot tolerate Lin Fanâs arrogance. He indeed needs a lesson, but at this moment, he is at the peak of his success, and I cannot think of how we can teach him a lesson. Father, please advise."
Wei Tiansheng said: "We need to approach this from two angles simultaneously. On one hand, obstruct him so that whatever he wants to do cannot proceed smoothly. On the other hand, our Wangu Group needs to develop new projects to strengthen itself. Recently, Iâve been planning a new project; once itâs launched, Wanguâs market value will soar, leaving Lin Fan in the dust!"
Wei Jiansheng joyfully asked: "Father, what project is this?"
Wei Tiansheng said: "You donât need to worry about it now. When the time is right, Iâll tell you."
Wei Jiansheng uttered an âohâ and asked: "What about obstructing Lin Fan?"
Wei Tiansheng asked: "Whatâs the latest news on Lin Fanâs Yun City Football Team?"
Wei Jiansheng said: "Recently, due to Hua Yiwuâs matter, I havenât followed up on this. Last time, I reached out to Jin Jiufu, who then came back to me saying he attempted to make Wu Da leave the Yun City Team but failed."
Wei Tiansheng said: "Wu Da is a football genius, and Lin Fan recruited him as the head coach. I wonder how it turned out."
Wei Jiansheng said: "In a few days, itâs the warm-up match for the Super League, then weâll know Yun City Teamâs capabilities."
Wei Tiansheng said: "If Yun City Team remains as terrible as always, we wonât need to worry much, but if their strength has improved, we should pay attention. During the official match, Yun City Teamâs first game will be against Hang City Fuli Team. No matter the situation, I want Yun City Team to lose! Do you understand what Iâm saying?"
Wei Jiansheng quickly said: "Understood!"
Wei Tiansheng meant to let him handle it; by the day of the official match, Yun City Team must lose.
Regarding the method, that was Wei Jianshengâs problem to solve.
Wei Tiansheng glanced at Wei Jiansheng coldly: "Manage it yourself, donât let me down again. Your big brother has been pleading with me a lot lately."
Wei Jiansheng was startled. His older brother, Wei Jisheng, previously worked by Wei Tianshengâs side, but due to his ineffectiveness in dealing with Lin Fan, he was re-assigned, allowing Wei Jiansheng to step up.
Wei Jiansheng had no desire to be replaced by Wei Jisheng for this hard-earned position, certainly not!
This time, he must defeat Lin Fan, he had no other choice!
While the Wei father and son were discussing how to confront Lin Fan, Lin Fan was in the company headquarters office reviewing documents.
To Lin Fan, the matter with Hua Yiwu was already in the past, and he wasnât bothered by it anymore.
As for the Wei Family, Lin Fan wasnât completely dismissive, knowing very well that his refusal to reconcile with Wei Jiansheng on that day would only deepen the Wei Familyâs resentment, and they surely wouldnât let him off easy in the future.
But Lin Fanâs character has always been fearlessâcoming soldiers will be blocked, incoming water will be controlled. Regarding the Wei Family, he also devoted enough attention, having made some necessary preparations to counter them. If needed, heâd deliver a strong blow to the Wei Family.
Previously, Lin Fan talked with Elder Wei from Yun City Wei Family, who told him that Wei Tiansheng was actually Elder Weiâs younger brother. Years ago, Wei Tiansheng was expelled by Elder Wei, later reappearing as a real estate businessman, eventually becoming the richest man in Jiangnan by relying on Wangu Group.
Lin Fan was quite curious about Wei Tianshengâs experiences during those lost years...
Knock, knock!
The sound of knocking was heard, and Wei Yueâer came in after knocking.
"You looking for me?" Wei Yueâer asked.
Lin Fan raised his head to glance at Wei Yueâer, then lowered his head, looking at the documents again, and said: "Hmm, tonight is Mr. Songâs grandsonâs full moon banquet. Come with me. Iâll need you to drive tonight since there might be drinking involved."
Mr. Song is the President of Yun City Chamber of Commerce, Song Rongmao. A few days ago, Song Rongmao had already sent an invitation to Lin Fan. Lin Fan has always held Song Rongmao in high regard and needed to honor this invitation.
Moreover, Song Rongmao mentioned that tonight he would give Lin Fan a surprise, which Lin Fan was quite curious about.
"Okay." Wei Yueâer responded, feeling happy inside, as she could spend time with Lin Fan again tonight.
"Do you need me to arrange your outfit?" Wei Yueâer immediately asked.
Lin Fan said: "No need, Song Lao is an old acquaintance; casual wear will do."
Thus, that evening after work, Lin Fan and Wei Yueâer drove to Song Residence.