1229: Chapter 1230: Bai Family Takes Action 1229: Chapter 1230: Bai Family Takes Action Even a top aristocratic clan like the Bai Family, ranked seventh among Dragon Country’s ten great aristocratic clans, has become a pawn.

How terrifying must the Chess Player be?

It’s truly unimaginable!

“If possible, I really want to meet this Chess Player.”

Bai Jingrui sighed, despite being manipulated, he truly wanted to meet such an individual—a Chess Player so adept that they effortlessly ensnared the Bai Family, Zhou Family, and Huang Family.

It was truly astounding.

Before this, he had never imagined that someone could set up such an ingenious arrangement.

Even if ordinary people thought of it, they probably couldn’t execute it.

After all, the plans of ordinary people could likely be exposed in an instant, but this person’s layout left his Bai Family speechless and unable to express their difficulties.

The key issue was that he previously thought he had control over enough situations, with everything happening in the Capital Prefecture right under his nose.

He could even know immediately about anything happening in the whole Dragon Country.

Not only him, but it’s estimated that the ten great aristocratic clans, including some other top clans, each have their own intelligence systems.

Observing everything closely related to themselves.

Yet, it’s futile, this chess game formed out of the blue, and everything happened too suddenly.

Everyone knows this is definitely a clever move laid out step by step by someone else, but the problem is, it’s impossible to trace.

“Is the source of the message reliable?”

Bai Duo’er asked.

“The source is unclear, but the most powerful intelligence agencies internationally have all given the same answer at the same time, which means one thing—the opponent can even confuse and possibly control these intelligence agencies.”

Bai Jingrui sighed, “We’ve truly met our match.”

“Such a powerful person, apart from the ten great aristocratic clans and the Shang Clan, I don’t believe anyone else can do it.”

Bai Piao shook his head.

As Bai Jingrui’s eldest son, Bai Piao didn’t inherit the Bai Corporation, but he was in charge of the Bai Family’s strength, a crucial member indeed.

Actually, it’s not necessary for him to say this.

Everyone suspects the same thing.

Those capable of this, apart from the ten great aristocratic clans and the Shang Clan, must be nobody else.

The Di Family, Jun Family, Ye Family, Lin Family, Yue Family, and Huang Family are the most likely.

The Zhan Family and Zhou Family are relatively weaker but still possible, albeit less likely.

“I think the Huang Family is most likely.

They have a close relationship with the Zhou Family and are the top aristocratic clan most likely to be pushed down by us.

They certainly want to take this opportunity to suppress us.”

Someone said through gritted teeth.

“Don’t make baseless claims without evidence.

Right now, we are the target of many arrows, and we must be careful not to offend people easily.”

Bai Jingrui shook his head.

“Dad, can’t we clarify that someone is framing us?”

Bai Piao couldn’t help but say.

“Don’t you understand that the more we try to clarify, the worse it gets?

The person behind the scenes would love for us to clarify.

He will definitely throw out even more information unfavorable to us, making us look like ‘protesting innocence only reveals guilt.'”

Bai Jingrui shook his head.

“Damn it, this won’t work, that won’t work.

Do we really have to go to war with the Zhou Family?

Although we are not afraid of the Zhou Family, being forced into war like this is really unpleasant.”

Bai Piao said angrily.

“There’s no need to be angry; the Zhou Family has been framed before, and they chose to protect themselves wisely, remaining inconspicuous and even pulled out of many industries to prove their innocence.

If necessary, we might have to do the same.

After all, we’re not yet at the point where we can compete with the Huang Family.

We must be careful.

Everyone needs to be alert, we can’t afford to make any mistakes, otherwise, it will be troublesome.”

Bai Jingrui, worthy of being the Family Head, was calm, composed, and knew how to choose his battles.

His only worry now was that the Chess Player might not just make this one move, and may even continue to act, stirring up trouble in the entire Capital Prefecture, and even the North.

Chaos is the best opportunity.

“Duo’er, the Bai Corporation is our foundation and our interest.

If push comes to shove, ceding some markets to others is also an option.”

“At this stage, we should try to avoid conflicts with any family clans, otherwise we are prone to being besieged.”

Bai Jingrui then turned to Bai Duo’er.

“I know what to do.”

Bai Duo’er nodded and said, “After so many years of keeping a low profile, I’ve become accustomed to being discreet and even submissive.

I won’t act rashly.”

After everyone had left, only Bai Jingrui, Bai Piao, and Bai Duo’er remained in the hall.

Bai Duo’er glanced at Bai Jingrui and said, “Dad, in these tumultuous times, more ghosts and poisonous insects are seen.

Some people seem utterly devoted to the Bai Family, but what they really think inside is unknown.

Don’t forget, interests are eternal, and sometimes familial affection is not even worth a few hundred bucks.”

Bai Jingrui pinched the bridge of his nose, looking somewhat weary: “The Bai Family is too large, with too many branches.

Even within the main lineage, your Second Uncle and others may not share the same heart with me.

He still resents that I didn’t appoint him as the president of the Bai Corporation back then.

What a hassle.

But you don’t have to worry about this; I will handle it.

As long as I am alive for even one more day, they wouldn’t dare to cause any trouble.”

“Dad, don’t say such disheartening things.

You’re not going to die.

You definitely won’t.”

Bai Duo’er said.

“Silly child, who doesn’t die?

Our Bai Family has grown to what it is today, having done many unscrupulous things, even though they are actions all Aristocratic Clans have taken.

But if retribution comes, it wouldn’t be surprising.

I just hope that both of you can live well.

If the Bai Family really falls apart, then you should go abroad.

I have already prepared an escape route for you two overseas.”

Bai Jingrui said.

Then he stood up and left.

“Brother, take care of Dad.”

Bai Duo’er gave Bai Piao a glance and also left.

In this treacherous and chaotic situation, everyone has opportunities, but anyone could also be trapped in the quagmire, never to get out again.

Bai Duo’er returned to the Bai Corporation.

A wave of exhaustion hit her, and she suddenly felt the impulse to find a shoulder to lean on.

“What’s the matter, Miss Bai?

Can’t hold up anymore?”

Outside the door, Di Tianjiao arrived.

“It’s you.”

Bai Duo’er smiled.

Di Tianjiao was her only friend and her high school classmate.

They founded the company together and rose up together.

However, Bai Duo’er was well aware that she couldn’t compare to Di Tianjiao.

Di Tianjiao built her Empire Group almost on her own abilities, though with some reliance on Di Family connections, but to a limited extent.

While she was purely a manager of the Bai Corporation.

“The storm is picking up, it’s not easy at all.”

Bai Duo’er closed the office door and let out a sigh.

Di Tianjiao also sighed and said, “Yeah, it would be so much less tiring if there was a man to rely on during these times.”

“Hasn’t your Brother Chen been found yet?”

Bai Duo’er said with a smile.

“No.”

Di Tianjiao shook her head, to this day, although she hasn’t given up her love for Xiao Chen, she doesn’t want her love to harm him.

Xiao Chen’s identity should remain a secret for now.

Even the best friend can’t be told.