Chapter 321: Chapter 0321: Do Not Pursue a Desperate Foe Chapter 321: Chapter 0321: Do Not Pursue a Desperate Foe “What, you forgot about yesterday’s events?”

Huo Tingxiao couldn’t resist teasing Mu Lan as he watched her blank expression.

Mu Lan blinked, her mind replaying the events of yesterday like a movie.

“Of course I haven’t forgotten, you took people to the KTV, and there were quite a few pretty girls.”

“…”

Huo Tingxiao somewhat regretted provoking her, because now he had exposed himself to criticism.

“Can we drop this matter?”

Mu Lan’s face was tight with what seemed to be restrained anger, but in reality, she wanted to turn the tables and have some fun at Huo Tingxiao’s expense, to get a little revenge, that’s all.

“Why drop it, feeling guilty?”

Huo Tingxiao smiled helplessly.

“Wife, I was wrong, I truly was. I won’t dare again, just give me another chance.”

Mu Lan almost couldn’t keep her composure, pinching her thigh hard to force herself to continue acting.

“I’ll consider it.”

Her eyes intentionally roamed over Huo Tingxiao’s body… a maneuver that even a censor would find objectionably suggestive.

…

Huo Tingxiao being late for work was a novelty, but the rosy glow on his face made it obvious to anyone what the situation was.

Jian An had been with Huo Tingxiao for many years, starting from the early days of the business, and the recent changes surprised her greatly. How should she put it? A workaholic suddenly turned into lovesick fool–that’s a significant transformation.

In the past, Huo Tingxiao’s affection for Mu Lan was somewhat akin to that for a pet, but now, it was clear to anyone with eyes that this was a man immersed in love.

“Mr. Huo, you still have two social engagements this week.”

“Hmm?”

“One is an invitation from Jiancheng, and the other is from the Sheng Family.”

Two adversaries–Huo Tingxiao raised an eyebrow.

“Alright, I got it.”

“If there are no other instructions, I will get back to work.”

“Hmm.”

After Jian An left the office, the secretaries in the secretariat couldn’t resist coming over for a gossip.

“An An, what’s going on with Mr. Huo recently, why does he seem to be in such a good mood?”

“Yeah, outside they’re saying that Mr. Huo is facing a family crisis, but he doesn’t seem like it.”

Jian An glanced at the two secretaries indifferently.

“It’s working hours, do not discuss the boss’s private matters. That’s a major work taboo.”

The two secretaries touched their noses somewhat awkwardly, thinking they might get some juicy information from Jian An, but their attempt… turned out to be futile.

Jian An returned to her desk and continued sorting out the yet-to-be-organized materials.

—–
Sheng Group Building.

Sheng Xueqin’s transfer notice was officially posted on the official website.

The change of the heir apparent became today’s biggest topic within the Sheng Family.

“Who dares to touch my things?”

Sheng Xueqin raised her voice as she looked at the few black-clothed bodyguards brought by Sheng Xueqian.

In just under two months, Sheng Xueqin’s power had dwindled significantly. Though called President, she had already been sidelined.

As she anticipated, the old man wanted Sheng Xueqian to take over, and he couldn’t wait to kick her off her position.

“Sis, why do you have to do this? Now the whole company knows, and it doesn’t benefit you either.”

Sheng Xueqian looked at her pitifully. The person taking office today wasn’t anyone else but the second son of the Sheng Family, a director and CEO–the implication was clear even to a fool.

“Shut up, stop with your pretense. You’re probably delighted to see me humiliated, aren’t you?”

“Xueqin, what do you mean by this? Xueqian is just looking out for your best interest. After misunderstanding her for so long, don’t you think you owe her an apology?

The transfer was the board’s decision, why take it out on Xueqian? Where did she go wrong by you?”

Sheng Yunwu’s words elicited a cold snort from Sheng Xueqin.

“Uncle, with the new official taking office, the posting of my transfer is your doing, right?

How much badmouthing did you do to Grandfather to get this position for yourself?

Now you and your daughter are bullying me, and I should just tolerate it? Why should I bear it?

Don’t think I’m unaware of the sneaky things you’re doing behind my back. Don’t go too far!”

Sheng Xueqin’s face turned red with anger. Recently, many big cases at Sheng’s had not come her way, and inexplicably, some of her old clients had cut ties with her. Clearly, someone was sabotaging her.

Filled with ambition, Sheng Yunwu finally seized his opportunity. She just couldn’t accept it. Why should she? She was the Sheng family’s eldest granddaughter. What were they? It was she who had brought profits to the company over the years!

“Sister, all these decisions were made by Grandfather. Dad and I can’t change anything, and it’s just standard company procedure to post the notice.

We’re all family, why do we need to make such clear distinctions?

Sister…”

Sheng Xueqian tried to say more, but Sheng Xueqin angrily grabbed a desk nameplate and threw it at her.

Sheng Xueqian was too slow to dodge; it hit her on the forehead, and she started bleeding instantly.

“Qianqian! You’re bleeding! Quick, get the first aid kit!”

Sheng Yunwu was horrified. What would she do if a girl’s face was scarred for life?

Sheng Xueqin hadn’t expected that her casual toss would actually hit Sheng Xueqian on the forehead.

The onlookers gathered at the door, anticipating more drama with even greater eagerness. A firsthand account of a wealthy family’s fall from grace–who wouldn’t want to witness it?

“Sheng Xueqin, don’t overdo it! You know very well what you’ve done.

Your sister even attempted suicide because of you, and when the old man wanted to punish you, it was Xueqian who pleaded on your behalf.

Not only do you feel no gratitude, but you’re also treating her like this?

I really didn’t expect you to be so malicious. If anything serious happens to Qianqian, I will never let you off!

Even if the old man intervenes, I won’t show any mercy. I will see to it that you go to jail!”

Seeing her cousin’s face covered in blood, Sheng Xueqin was not lightly frightened.

If the injury disfigured her, she could face jail time!

With tears streaming down her face, Sheng Xueqian looked pitiable to anyone who saw her.

“Sister, why can’t you tolerate me? What did I do wrong?

I’ve always… not understood, where did I go wrong?”

Sheng Xueqin couldn’t say a word, just watched as the people outside began to look at her as if she were a monster.

In panic, she fled the office.

Sheng Yunwu was about to send people after her, but Sheng Xueqian stopped him.

“Dad, don’t chase after a desperate person.”

Looking at his daughter, Sheng Yunwu paused briefly.

“Qianqian, at a time like this, you… still want to forgive her?”

“Dad, I’m okay. The wound’s on my forehead. If it leaves a scar, I’ll just cover it with hair in the future.”

Sheng Xueqian lowered her eyelids, her words was heard clearly by the crowd of onlookers.

The news that Sheng Xueqin had caused Sheng Xueqian’s head injury spread rapidly throughout the Sheng Group Building, igniting a flurry of discussions.

It even reached other companies as if somebody was deliberately fanning the flames, sparking rapid controversy.

Soon enough, there were even videos online.

For a major corporation like Sheng Group, such a scandal naturally stirred up a huge uproar…