Rebirth: Divorcing the Billionaire
Chapter 112: She Takes Charge in Front of Grandpa

Chapter 112: Chapter 112: She Takes Charge in Front of Grandpa

"What on earth is going on?" Jian Mingcheng asked in a grave voice.

Jian Xi immediately changed the subject. "Big Brother, bringing Chu Xiao here today was actually to discuss the follow-up acquisition of Silicon Crystal."

Chu Xiao was very cooperative. Before long, the three of them had discussed a collaborative proposal.

When Chu Xiao left, he scratched the back of his head, his face full of embarrassment. "Why did you suddenly make such a decision? The Jian Group will suffer losses."

Just moments ago, Jian Xi had decided that the Chu Family could sell the silicon crystal they produced at any time—to the Jian Family, Haohan Group, or any other company—to the highest bidder.

"The Jian Family signed a three-year agreement with us, and it’s only been a few months..."

"But I’ve already taken ten years’ worth of silicon crystal that your Chu Family mined. This material is a non-renewable resource, and it’s unknown how much more can be mined. I don’t want to drain the Chu Family dry, making things difficult for you and your father. Consider this the end of our friendly cooperation."

Jian Xi had just received news. Due to the rarity of silicon crystal and its consistently high production costs, she had already constructed a research base. She planned to break free from the limitations imposed by silicon crystal.

At this rate, a breakthrough is only a matter of time.

She couldn’t drag down the Chu Family in her decisive battle with Si Yuhuan.

"But, Sister, I don’t want our relationship to end like this," Chu Xiao said, very agitated.

Jian Xi advised with a sigh, "Chu Xiao, my initial advances were actually for revenge. I have no feelings for you. It’s pointless to set your heart on me, a married woman."

Chu Xiao’s face filled with pain. "I know you were using me to anger Si Yuhuan, but I was willing."

"Are you willing to gamble your entire family on an outcome that won’t happen? Am I really more important to you than your own parents?"

Her words, sharp as an ice pick, pierced Chu Xiao. His fingers trembled, and in an instant, it was as if his soul had been drained from him. He looked up, his eyes rimmed with red. "Fine, I understand what you mean. Thank you, Sister, for your consideration. Can we still be friends?"

This time, they truly became friends.

Jian Xi nodded. "Yes."

Chu Xiao’s voice was hoarse as he nodded fiercely.

Watching Chu Xiao leave, Jian Xi turned and bumped into Jian Mingcheng. "Big Brother."

She felt a bit guilty, not only for hiding her recent disappearance but also for her recent stubborn and selfish decision.

"I... I didn’t mean to..."

"Xixi, you did the right thing, exceptionally well, and Big Brother supports you! In business, it’s not just about being cunning. Chu Xiao might not be my favorite, but his father is a very upright man. Other members of the Chu Family were behind many underhanded schemes, but he and his son resisted them all. They’ve been a great help to our Jian Group."

Jian Xi nodded blankly. "Ah, right!"

The secretary rushed in from outside. "CEO Jian, Director Si’s secretary, Yan Qing, is outside. He says he’s here to take Miss Jian home."

Jian Xi gritted her teeth.

She didn’t want to return to that cage, to spend even a second alone with Si Yuhuan; she found the thought utterly annoying.

"Also, Director Si asked me to give you this document."

Jian Mingcheng glanced at the document in surprise. "Si Yuhuan actually wants me to take Haohan’s internal technicians to W Country to build a chip processing plant?"

Jian Xi couldn’t help but marvel at him.

That was Si Yuhuan for you; he really knew how to hit where it hurts.

The secretary looked towards Jian Xi and asked tentatively, "So, will Miss Jian be going back with Director Si?"

Jian Xi bade farewell to Jian Mingcheng. "Big Brother, since he trusts you, let’s proceed with the original plan. The sooner, the better."

She really couldn’t stand another minute in China.

「Outside the company.」

A biting cold wind swept past. Jian Xi wrapped her coat tighter around her. With the Lunar New Year approaching, the air had turned dry and cold.

She strode towards Si Yuhuan’s flashy limited-edition Bugatti Veyron with the grim determination of a warrior cutting off their own arm. The window rolled down, revealing Si Junyan.

"Why is it you?"

Jian Xi turned to leave.

Yan Qing hurried down. "Madam, please calm down. Old Master Si has returned to the old residence, and he’s not in good health. Director Si is with him. I was just on my way to pick up Second Young Master Si."

Grandfather was back!

Emotionally and rationally, she knew she shouldn’t throw a tantrum.

Si Junyan scoffed smugly. "Miss Jian, get in the car."

He gestured to the empty space in the back seat.

Jian Xi gave him a slight smile, revealing her small, neat white teeth. "I don’t ride in the same car as an idiot."

Then she turned to hail a taxi.

Si Junyan’s roar echoed behind her. Jian Xi ignored it completely.

Once inside the taxi, she instructed, "Follow that car in front, to the Si Family Old Residence."

The driver was sweating profusely. That was a Bugatti Veyron, a limited edition with a custom plate! And this young lady chose his taxi instead... What an incredible honor!

"Alright, ma’am. Please make yourself comfortable."

After a swift journey, they arrived at the Si Family Old Residence. Jian Xi got out of the car, not even sparing Si Junyan a glance as she brushed past him and headed straight into the main hall.

The private doctor, stethoscope in hand, had just finished examining Old Master Si.

"Overall, his condition is good. The dizziness was caused by a sudden rise in blood pressure. He must avoid getting agitated in the future."

Si Yuhuan, who had been tense, let out a small sigh of relief.

Old Master Si thumped his cane on the floor. "I have no grandson who abandons his wife to protect his mistress! I’ve told you many times that woman, Jiang Qimeng, is devious, yet you refuse to listen! You’ll be the death of me!" 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

Seeing his grandfather’s blood pressure rising, Si Yuhuan quickly tried to pacify him. "No, the Phoenix Night wasn’t what you think. I had no intention of suppressing Jian Xi. Our relationship has always been good, Grandfather. Please, let me explain."

He heard a sound and turned. Seeing the bewildered Jian Xi, he pulled her over. "Grandfather, she’s here. Ask her."

Si Yuhuan warned in a low voice, "Jian Xi, I gave you such a generous gift. It’s time for you to return the favor."

With that, he pushed her in front of his grandfather.

Jian Xi instantly understood why he’d been willing to make such a concession today—sending technicians to W Country to help her brother. He was trying to silence her.

If she wanted the chip technology to be mastered quickly, she really had to cooperate.

That devious man, so full of tricks!

"Xixi, you’re here just in time. You tell us," Old Master Si said, his face grim and clearly fuming.

Jian Xi secretly pursed her lips. If Grandfather knew she’d been imprisoned while he was sent abroad, he’d probably faint from anger.

"Grandfather, the Phoenix Night was a launch event that Si Yuhuan and I designed. He had no intention of making things difficult for me. On the contrary, he was helping me build the Yaowang Brand into a top international label."

"Then why was the exhibition postponed? Afterwards, you vanished without a trace! And you still say this boy didn’t give you a hard time? I’ve already had people look into it. After that night, the two of you had a huge argument, and then you disappeared, abandoning the company!"

Jian Xi saw Si Yuhuan visibly tense up.

She chuckled softly. "We argued because we had different ideas about development. The exhibition was postponed because I wanted to prepare for an unprecedented, spectacular event. Isn’t that right, Yuhuan?"

With Grandfather present, she was essentially taking back control of Yaowang.

Si Yuhuan, unable to refuse, could only clench his teeth and nod, his smile hiding a knife. "Yes! Absolutely!"