Upon learning that the person Chen Feiyu mentioned had actually saved Dong Tianxiu’s life twice and guided him, helping him come to terms with joining the family business, Dong Tianlu truly began to value that individual.
In Dong Tianlu’s mind, Dong Tianxiu is the future head of the Dong Family.
However, Dong Tianxiu was resistant to taking over the family business due to differing management philosophies between him and her as well as the family, resulting in a reluctance to embrace it.
Even though Dong Tianlu had said to let Dong Tianxiu enjoy himself for a few years and take over when he felt ready, Dong Tianxiu had never come around. She was anxious but dared not press him, fearing the opposite effect.
This time, someone saving Dong Tianxiu’s life twice is indeed a great favor.
Not only did he save the person, but he also changed Dong Tianxiu’s mindset, which is a favor upon a favor.
Dong Tianlu also started to pay attention to the person who could be considered a benefactor to the Dong Family.
"My brother’s life, the future of the Dong Family, can’t be repaid too modestly," Dong Tianlu mused, "If that person is also interested in business, I can gift him a couple of companies, that’s perfectly fine!"
Dong Tianlu is known in the business world for not losing out in any deal, yet sometimes she’s famously generous and magnanimous.
Seeing her sister expressing anticipation to meet her "benefactor" and friend, Dong Tianxiu was also delighted.
"My friend, although I haven’t spent much time with him, I feel he won’t want any reward. However, whether he wants it or not is his matter; we must express our gratitude, but of course, not too tacky, we are friends after all." Dong Tianxiu said enthusiastically.
This demonstrates his regard for the person.
Someone he values, Dong Tianlu would naturally value as well.
"Got it, we won’t ruin the friendship between you two." Dong Tianlu said with a smile.
Dong Tianxiu grinned, patted the file folder held under his arm, "Then I’ll take care of my business now and won’t work overtime tonight, go to bed early, and go out with you tomorrow."
Dong Tianlu nodded with a smile.
She then watched her brother Dong Tianxiu leave, eager.
Actually, what Dong Tianlu was referring to as the business event was the Shengsheng International shareholders meeting.
Going in her true identity would be inappropriate, but posing as an attendant to go discreetly wouldn’t be a problem.
The reason such a heavyweight would go personally, and "discreetly," in casual attire, was because Shengsheng International is a core subject of their plans and was located in the same area as the Dong Family, making travel convenient, and besides, she wanted to take Dong Tianxiu for relaxation and experience.
Dong Tianlu calculated very well, just like in many aspects; she takes steps that yield multiple benefits.
However, skilled as she may be in scheming, she would never have imagined that her brother’s benefactor and friend, who she thought of rewarding lavishly, was someone she had wanted to retaliate against and ultimately have him taken down upon meeting—Bai Xiaosheng...
Meanwhile, just after sending her brother Dong Tianxiu off, and while considering matters related to the Lin Family, her phone rang.
Of course, the person who could directly call her must have a significant status. Thɪs chapter is updated by 𝔫𝔬𝔳𝔢𝔩·𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖·𝘯𝘦𝘵
"Ma Zongting!" Dong Tianlu picked up her phone, seeing the caller ID, her eyes immediately focused.
Absolutely noteworthy!
"Hello, Mr. Ma!" Dong Tianlu answered the call.
"Tianlu, it’s me." On the phone, Ma Zongting replied cheerfully.
The two had formal and cordial greetings, yet both were indifferent to titles with a hint of mutual understanding, which was quite interesting.
After exchanging pleasantries, the conversation naturally led to the topic of the Lin Family, initiated by Ma Zongting.
This was the primary reason Ma Zongting made the call.
When the topic came up, Dong Tianlu couldn’t help but throw a challenging question, "Mr. Ma, if tomorrow that person is indeed from the Lin Family, and they really want to compete with us for Shengsheng International’s control, should we concede, or not?!"
On the call, Dong Tianlu posed a daunting question to Ma Zongting, chairman of Yuema Group, essentially—
If Zhengdong Province’s invitees were indeed from the Lin Family, really aiming to seize control of Shengsheng International, before clarifying the Lin Family’s intentions, what should they do?!
With Shengsheng International being boxed out, officially as Beifeng Holdings’ doing, it’s essentially a plan calculated by three parties. Since it happened on the Dong Family’s turf, swift reactions from Dong Tianlu were needed, so she sought authorization from Ma Zongting.
Actually, the Lin Family, although strong, wouldn’t be a concern for Dong Tianlu’s Beifeng Holdings and Ma Zongting’s Yuema Group if it weren’t for the current clash with the Tengyun Series.
But now, with a critical climax in striking down Tengyun Series, if a heavyweight factor suddenly arises from their opposition, the balance of power would instantly shift!
Not only would all previous efforts be squandered, but they could also face significant losses!
Following Dong Tianlu’s nature, she could eat meat alongside the Ma Family but would never suffer a beating with them.
Regardless of whether the news was true or the Lin Family truly intended to intervene, she needed to prepare a retreat plan for the Dong Family.
With someone as assertive as Dong Tianlu, seeking advice from Ma Zongting was just shirking responsibility.
As a key figure of the Yuema System, if Ma Zongting opts for an uncompromising approach, the Ma Family would face the Lin Family first, leaving the Dong Family to follow up based on developments.
If Ma Zongting suggests restraint, the Dong Family could choose to retreat, and the issue of taking responsibility wouldn’t rest on her or the Dong Family.
Both individuals were sly old foxes. Hearing Dong Tianlu’s words, Ma Zongting instantly knew her intentions.
Actually, he called to stabilize the situation, preventing any concerns over the woman who even he couldn’t fully trust.
"Tianlu, I believe this is a deliberate confusion from the other side!" Ma Zongting asserted confidently.
"Oh? Is that your belief, Mr. Ma?" Dong Tianlu remarked.
"Exactly!" Ma Zongting spoke decisively over the phone, explaining his reasoning, "The Lin Family isn’t a minor entity; they face our major groups, and we’re certainly not trivial. If they truly wish to oppose us, any actions wouldn’t be so petty, initially sending a junior ahead."
"Moreover, considering the timing of our battle with Tengyun, wouldn’t it be late for the Lin Family to intervene now? If they were to stand with Tengyun, they would need to spend heavily upfront to save Tengyun, is it worth it?"
"Standing with Tengyun, what benefit would it bring them? It would be more advantageous to side with our three major groups! I think this calculation is clear for any businessman!"
"Furthermore, as far as I know, Lu Yun and the key figures in the Lin Family have no ties. In fact, when Tengyun’s business expanded, it led to conflicts with them..."
Ma Zongting listed several reasons, which Dong Tianlu listened to silently.
"What do you think?" After he finished, Ma Zongting inquired.
"Mr. Ma’s reasoning makes perfect sense," Dong Tianlu replied calmly, "It aligns with conventional thinking. However, I do have a slightly different opinion!"