The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 428 - 399 No Longer Sheltering, Reap What You Sow_1

Chapter 428: Chapter 399 No Longer Sheltering, Reap What You Sow_1

Xin Wei held his head and wept bitterly, filled with remorse.

Within the company, those who knew about the Xin Family’s affairs had an unsettled feeling in their hearts.

Xin Wei’s business was still relatively stable, and even with impacts, it was unlikely to erupt all at once.

But it was a different story for Xin Anan’s company.

It was poorly managed and barely maintained under normal circumstances.

Once the declaration was made, problems arose that very day.

Xin Anan, who never read the newspapers, and Ye Weiwen was still out shopping.

After receiving the news from her company, Xin Anan returned to find that the company’s daily operations had already collapsed.

"Brother, brother, please help me, just give me five million, or else I really won’t make it this time," Xin Anan pleaded frantically, immediately calling Xin Wei.

At this time, only her brother could help her.

Xin Wei was incredibly calm on the other end of the phone, as he had thoroughly understood before.

He absolutely could not indulge his sister and mother any longer.

"If you dared to do such a thing before, you must be prepared to pay the price," Xin Wei said, "My company is already struggling, I can’t help you."

After speaking, Xin Wei hung up the phone.

His mother and sister needed to learn their lesson.

Xin Wei did not go to his in-laws’ place but was dealing with his company’s affairs instead.

Work that once seemed effortless now became difficult; after a whole day, Xin Wei was exhausted both mentally and physically, restless and irritable.

Upon returning home, even with servants around, the house still felt cold and empty.

The once delicate and delicious food now tasted bland when eaten alone!

While Xin Wei was busy with work, he received a lawyer’s letter from Li Yushan.

Only then did Xin Wei remember to visit his in-laws’ house and quickly put aside his work. If his wife divorced him, he truly wouldn’t be able to carry on.

Upon arrival at the Li Family’s home, Xin Wei was no longer received as warmly as before.

Xin Wei humbled himself in an attempt to salvage his family.

Seeing her husband much thinner than before, Li Yushan felt uncomfortable, but the thought of Xin Wei’s folly turned her head away.

"Xin Wei, come with me to the study," Father-in-law said coldly, leading the way.

"Yes, Dad," Xin Wei followed his father-in-law to the study.

Mother Li smiled and said, "Yushan, I’ve asked around; this time, Xin Wei didn’t help his sister."

"Humph, they’ll run out of money and will still ask Xin Wei for more," Li Yushan said angrily, "Just thinking about it annoys me, Mom, I really want to get a divorce, so I don’t have to deal with them in the future. I’ve had enough!"

Mother Li laughed and said, "My dear, don’t worry. This time, your dad will secure the greatest benefit for you."

"Mom, what do you mean?" Li Yushan asked. If there was a better way, she wouldn’t want a divorce either.

At her age, it would be impossible to find someone better.

Caught between wanting their father and taking care of the two children, she faced a difficult predicament.

"You control all the money, so in the future, just provide a living allowance to your mother-in-law and sister-in-law," Mother Li said. "With the money in your hands, what do you have to fear!"

"If Xin Wei doesn’t agree, then get a divorce now," Mother Li said, as she didn’t want her daughter to suffer any longer.

Li Yushan thought it over and felt this approach was feasible.

"Then I’ll have to trouble Mom and Dad," Li Yushan said, hoping to gain more benefits this time.

It was very late, and Bai Qingyu hadn’t slept.

Xianglan brought over some milk and said, "Miss, have some milk."

Meeting Xianglan’s concerned gaze, Bai Qingyu reluctantly took the milk and drank a few sips, asking, "Why haven’t you gone to bed yet?"

"Since it’s done, there’s no need to feel bad about it," Xianglan replied. "We have done all we could for the Xin siblings, showing them kindness and justice."

Bai Qingyu whispered, "Is what I’m doing ultimately right or wrong?"

"Miss, you’ve been patient enough in the past. They didn’t appreciate it. Since they don’t cherish you and keep wronging you time and time again, Xin Wei used to be there to console you. But what about now? Why should we tolerate such humiliation?" Xianglan spoke firmly, supporting her miss in her actions.

Better to take revenge than to always endure in silence.

Bai Qingyu nodded and said, "I don’t owe them anything."

"Exactly, they’ve taken all your contributions for granted, and even indulge that woman Ye Weiwen in insulting you," Xianglan said angrily. "Why should they be allowed? Even if Xin Wei had been alive, he would have never permitted them to do so."

Xianglan too was infuriated. Those people wanted benefits while simultaneously demeaning others; where in the world did they get the notion that was acceptable!

"Yes, if Old Xin had been here, maybe he could have kept them in check," said Bai Qingyu. "Sigh, actually, it’s better that he’s gone. I act without any reservations now. Xin Wei, although he is slightly better than his mother and sister, has gotten used to begging me. This time I didn’t agree to his request—I hope he learns to take care of himself!"

"Actually, with the Li Family around, Xin Wei should be able to get through this tough time. But Xin Anan is definitely going to be unlucky," said Xianglan, who had been closely following their situation and knew more details.

"Xin Anan and her mother are both the type to enjoy the moment. Arrange for more people, just in case Xin Anan or Ye Weiwen become desperate and harm Tiantian," Bai Qingyu instructed. It was time to deploy the Bai Family’s loyal old guards.

"Miss, don’t worry, I have everything arranged," Xianglan replied. It didn’t matter if they were cornered like a rat, as long as they didn’t harm the miss or Xiao Xiao.

Bai Qingyu gave a nod of approval.

Because of He Tiantian’s relationship with Bai Qingyu, Qi Shuliang had been paying close attention to Bai Qingyu’s movements recently.

When he saw the newspaper, Qi Shuliang was also stunned, and called He Tiantian over, saying, "Tiantian, take a look at today’s newspaper."

He Tiantian usually read the newspaper during afternoon tea. She had a lot to do in the mornings and wasn’t inclined to read the paper then.

Since Uncle Qi asked her to read it, it must be related to her or have useful information for her.

Opening the newspaper, He Tiantian was stunned—her grandmother and step-siblings had severed ties...

"Uncle Qi, why would my grandmother do this? Is it because of me?" He Tiantian mumbled. She realized that she seemed to attract trouble wherever she went.

He Tiantian didn’t know that this was also a trait of being the main character, huh!

Qi Shuliang gave a chuckle before saying, "Your grandmother has finally stopped enduring. It’s partially for you and your father’s sake, but more so because Xin Wei and Xin Anan have gone too far. Our social circle is neither too large nor too small—everyone is aware of Madam Bai’s family affairs. As you know, we do sympathize with Madam Bai in our hearts, but she’s a strong woman, and we can’t show too much, which is why we haven’t made things difficult for Xin Wei and Xin Anan’s company."

"Uncle Qi, are you saying that since Grandmother has issued this statement, you all can now give the siblings a hard time without any scruples?" He Tiantian asked back. The situation was a bit complex, and she didn’t understand all the details.

"It’s not so much giving them a hard time as business competition. Previously, out of respect for Madam Bai, everyone more or less showed some consideration for the siblings. But now that Madam Bai is no longer protecting them, people will take action even if it’s not out of personal grievance but purely for business competition purposes. After all, there aren’t many ways to make money, so you understand," Qi Shuliang explained. If the siblings were foolish, they couldn’t blame others for being ruthless.

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