Chapter 846: 330 regrets not having made the right move earlier, one wrong move in chess_2
Mu Zhendongâs heart was in turmoil.
He wasnât foolish; he had sensed something off the moment he saw Mu Yining at the meeting, but he couldnât figure out why Mu Yining was able to sit there. The only explanation he could think of was that Mu Xiangguang had made a move.
It still seemed far-fetched, considering Mu Xiangguang hadnât left the Buddhist hall. How could he have met the newer generation?
It wasnât until Gao Yiâs comment that he fully understood.
Mu Yining possessed a large quantity of rare metals, so significant that the seawater uranium extraction project considered her a key individual, large enough that even the Gao Family couldnât help but be moved...
Thatâs why Mu Yining could sit at the red table meeting!
Thatâs why Minister Xu brought Xu Lixin to meet him!
Even Gao Yi had personally stepped in...
...
Despite the warm spring weather, and the people of Jiangjing shedding their heavy down jackets, Mu Zhendong felt a cold sweat trickle down his spine.
All this time, he had only managed to negotiate a small quantity of rare metals, and the contract with the supplier hadnât even been signed. Mu Yining...
Where did hers come from?
**
The recent storms in Jiangjing had been relentless, and news within the circles spread quickly.
When the Mu Familyâs economy had started to rise, most people merely smiled and moved on.
But now that the Mu Family had revealed assets enough to partner with the heavy industry, this implicated several research institutions behind them. Those with foresight could see that the Mu Family this time had a powerful backing.
The Xu Family naturally received the news as well.
During the evening meeting, Old Master Xu looked at Xu Nanjing, "Nanjing, have you been discussing cooperation with the Mu Family recently?"
Even this elder was surprised by Xu Nanjingâs sharpness.
"Yes," Xu Nanjing lifted his eyes, his tone calm, "The Second Research Institute is in further detailed discussions with them."
Xu Nanjing was designated as the next heir last year during the elderâs birthday celebration, bypassing Xu Jueling and Xu Jueming amongst the grandchildren. Xu Nanjingâs status in the Xu Family had always been on a rapid rise.
No one could have predicted the situation with the Mu Family. Xu Jueming had not received any news at all.
The Xu Family had a new appreciation for Xu Nanjingâs capabilities.
Listening to Xu Nanjing, Xu Jueming couldnât help but look up, giving him an extra glance, trying to perceive something more.
He wanted to know how the Mu Family could turn the tables, and even more, how Xu Nanjing could do it.
Third Young Master Xu, used to mingling with a crowd like Jiang Fulaiâs, appeared indifferent, not betraying a hint of disturbance.
After the family banquet, Xu Nanjing took his keys and left.
Xu Jinyi caught up with Gao Yan.
**
Friday evening, it rained in Jiangjing.
The Cultural Bureau.
At closing time.
Director Jian was in the whole day, and Deputy Director Liang waited to leave work with him specifically.
They didnât even glance sideways as they passed Dongâs father.
Last year, because of Dong Chuanâs issues with the Mu Family, Deputy Director Liang had taken special care of Dongâs father, and colleagues believed his promotion was imminent.
"Did you offend Deputy Director Liang?" someone asked in a low voice. Recently, not many had been close to Dongâs father.
Dongâs father had no idea what had happened, but the most likely reason he could think of was Ren Wanxuanâs issue.
After leaving, he called Dong Xiaobai. Ren Wanxuanâs case was too old to be hidden from the Calligraphy Association, and being convicted for any reason would have a significant impact on her, especially with the recent rumors circulating.
The Dong Family valued their family reputation. They thought the Mu Family was making a mountain out of a molehill, that such matters could be settled behind closed doors. Making it public was like making a spectacle for others to see.
"I really canât handle this," Dong Xiaobai refused outright this time, "When you and dad chose to protect Ren Wanxuan, you shouldâve foreseen this outcome."
Dong Xiaobai hung up the phone.
Turning to Mu Yining beside him, he quickly said, "I really didnât mean to speak up for him."
"Mm," Mu Yining pressed her brow, reaching for the car keys, "letâs buy some things and go to Shanhai Apartment."
This time, Dong Xiaobai didnât dare say no.
**
Jiang University.
Jiang Fulai and Ma Tongfeng set off early in the morning, a fact not many knew about.
Bai Lian had already learned of it through He Wen.
The school was crowded; the rain that started suddenly in the afternoon caught most without umbrellas, and the students crowded at the entrance.
Only one person stood to the side, holding a long-handled umbrella from the car, standing in the twilight rain, shrouded in mist, with a calm and elegant demeanor.
The bustling entrance seemed to slow down in his presence.
Seeing Jiang Fulai, Bai Lian moved forward a few steps, and Jiang Fulai tilted the umbrella her way.
They descended the stairs together.
The rainy day was always quiet.
Bai Lian looked at his clean fingers holding the umbrella handle, reminded of last year when she had first arrived at Xiangcheng No.1 Middle Schoolâit had been a similar rainy night.