CHAPTER 317: CHAPTER 104: NEGOTIATIONS BETWEEN THE SCHEMING (PART 2)

"Three hundred million already invested and it’s still not enough?" Hang Yishao was well aware that the political arena was a money burner, but this was excessive—the sum was nearing the annual sales of a medium-sized enterprise.

"A good chunk of money was used to grease the wheels at the higher levels, and some who verbally agreed to sponsor didn’t actually put up the real gold and silver. That old man at home has been near worried to death lately," Mr. Fei, when in a bad mood, had a penchant for lashing out, and Fei Qing was often the first to bear the brunt of it.

"With the beach project needing funds recently, who has any spare cash?" When the Hang and Fei families initially invested in this venture, they deliberately left out the increasingly overbearing Su Family, which directly led to their current financial strain.

"Once my dad gets elected as the city council chairman, and then climbs to the provincial and central levels, the money will flow back like the tide. Besides, isn’t Mo City full of rich people? The money will be there," Fei Qing drained his beer, tossed it perfectly into the trash can, and began to grin.

Hang Yishao got the gist, but didn’t echo the sentiment, instead shifting backwards slightly. Fei Qing was just too showy, and such a personality meant higher risk of trouble the further he climbed. His words were clear: Mo City was dominated by a few large families. The Wen family and Qiu Family had always stayed out of politics, preferring to keep themselves safe. Ever since the "wine-selling" incident with Yan Wuxu, things had not been smooth for Su Qingzhang and Mr. Fei, and with Yan Wuxu marrying Su Qingzhang, it invisibly made Fei Qing subordinate, leaving the Fei family with only Shang Yin to rely on.

On the other hand, Mr. Perro, who couldn’t reach Su Ziceng, learned from Yan Wuxu that Su Ziceng had gone to Japan alone. Similar to Hang Yishao’s feelings, Mr. Perro also couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief.

Su Ziceng was trickier than he had anticipated. Mr. Perro always prided himself on not needing to work too hard with women, but Su Ziceng was the one he pursued the most diligently. Indeed, he was actively pursuing her with discretion.

Whether it was because of Hang Yishao or other factors, Su Ziceng showed a resolve that belied her years. Perhaps it was the blood of Su Qingzhang in her veins, her natural cunning. But Mr. Perro’s opportunity would soon come.

The day after Su Ziceng left Country Z, Mr. Perro received an "invitation call" from Chang Mei. Chang Mei did not invite Mr. Perro to the Su Family, but came directly to him instead.

Sitting in the sun-drenched teachers’ dining room, Chang Mei savored the floral tea she liked, "After all these years, Kelly Women’s College has maintained the high standard of its floral tea."

"Secretary Chang remains consistent as always, few people keep the same taste for years," before this meeting, Mr. Perro had already figured out everyone’s personality in the Su Family, barring Su Ziceng. He knew even the minute details, including Chang Mei’s favorite chrysanthemum tea and her dislike for anything too sweet.

"I guess you could say I’m stubborn. Stubborn people tend not to change," Chang Mei did not look at Mr. Perro, but gazed outside the window instead. A pair of female students was heading to the cafeteria, disappearing into the shade of the trees.

She refocused her attention, sizing up Mr. Perro. He was an eye-catching young man—if she were Su Qingzhang, she wouldn’t keep such an attractive man who could draw everyone’s eyes and breath nearby. But after all, she was not Su Qingzhang, who loved all things brilliant, whether it was the wildly beautiful Ye Taina or the dazzling Lover’s Stone. He liked to collect such externally appealing items and keep them close.

The afternoon sunshine danced on the tabletop, turning the cream-colored chrysanthemums into the color of the sun.

"I came here today to find out if Mr. Perro is interested in helping the Su Family. Kelly Women’s School is too serene for you," young people should not prematurely enjoy the peace of the retired. The brooding ancient woods and the gentle chrysanthemum tea of Kelly Women’s School, while lovely, could only be indulged in occasionally.

"You know, Kelly offers me no small terms," Mr. Perro said with a light smile, concealing a flicker of unguarded delight. Su Qingzhang actually wanted his help.

"Whatever Kelly Women’s School can give you, I believe the Su Family can afford as well," Chang Mei pronounced confidently. Before leaving, Su Qingzhang had said any reasonable condition proposed by Mr. Perro was to be accepted.

"I believe that for the same terms, the Su Family cannot afford them," Mr. Perro stared at Chang Mei, the sunlight turning his eyes from black to blue, leaving Chang Mei stunned.

The tea cooled as Chang Mei realized she had become a bit flustered—this young man was formidable. Chang Mei tightened her grip, hesitating whether she should report her discovery to Su Qingzhang. At this moment, she began to doubt whether suggesting Mr. Perro’s addition to the Su Family was a reasonable one.

Su Qingzhang was getting old, as was she. Xiao Chi, Su Ziceng, and the child in Yan Wuxu’s womb—were they able to handle such an extraordinary young man?

The child in Yan Wuxu’s womb? Chang Mei suddenly snapped to attention—yes, this man was selected by Su Qingzhang for that child, the one who might inherit Ye Taina’s eyes. Why should she worry for a child that won’t endear itself to anyone?

"You just name your conditions. I’m also curious about what kind of terms Kelly Women’s School offered that the Su Family cannot match," Chang Mei resumed her negotiating stance. The sun-filled teachers’ dining room had effectively become the negotiation table between the Su Family and Mr. Perro. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote your recommendation ticket and monthly ticket on Qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation.)