CHAPTER 33: CHAPTER 33: THE OLD LADY CHICKENED OUT?

Xu Kun’s attitude was very sincere: "Miss Liu, the reason I’m here is actually very simple. I’ve recognized your business talents and want to invest in you to start a new jewelry company."

"As long as you have any requirements, I’ll do my best to meet them, and we’re expecting an initial investment exceeding one hundred million."

After saying that, he disdainfully glanced at the people of Liu Group, giving a veiled insult: "Miss Liu is truly a person of great talent."

"We won’t be like certain pig-headed people who chase away such talent and let a fool take over."

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Xu Kun’s intention was very clear. Since the Liu Family leaves such good talent unused, he wouldn’t hesitate to make his move.

Moreover, with Xu Kun’s words, everyone realized Xu Kun’s purpose in seeking out Liu Xue was actually because he valued Liu Xue’s talents.

"Haha! Young Master Xu really dares to speak, directly calling people pig-brained and brainless, not fearing they might get angry."

"Get angry? Did we give them any face? Let them try to get angry; they really don’t know when to quit."

"However, Young Master Xu’s description is really fitting: pig-brained managers and brainless successors are a perfect match."

"It seems Liu Xue really is a capable person, or else Young Master Xu wouldn’t be so eager to seek her out."

"Isn’t that obvious? Back in the day, Liu Group was nothing, but after Liu Xue took charge, it rapidly grew to its current scale, a miracle one could say."

"But such talent still ends up in such a situation within Liu Group; it’s really sad and laughable."

For a moment, Liu Xue received praise from everyone, while the people of Liu Group were deemed worthless.

There was no choice. In the face of absolute strength, all they could do was side with Xu Kun.

Moreover, Xu Kun was speaking the truth; Liu Xue truly is a terrifyingly talented figure.

"Damn it!" Hearing Xu Kun’s words, Liu Qingsong gnashed his teeth in anger.

But he dared not speak out; he wouldn’t risk offending someone as formidable as Xu Kun.

Not even Liu Qingsong; even Mrs. Liu Sr. couldn’t say a word after being so harshly insulted, having to swallow her pride.

Facing Xu Kun, not just the Liu Family but even stronger entities in Jiangcheng wouldn’t dare to provoke him.

Xu Kun could crush the Liu Family as easily as squeezing an ant.

"Young Master Xu... Please have a seat."

"Young Master Xu, I’ll make room for you right away."

Meanwhile, at another table, President Qi gave Xu Kun the seat beside Ye Feng.

The others might not be aware, but they understood.

On the surface, Xu Kun was there for Liu Xue.

Yet, only they knew Xu Kun came for Ye Feng, his brother, seeking justice for him.

Seeing this, Xu Kun nodded, secretly praising these people for being sensible, knowing how to behave.

Satisfied, he sat down, and the Xu Family pretended to shake hands with Ye Feng, indicating, "We are very sincere and hope you can persuade your wife."

"Hmm! Certainly." Ye Feng nodded, replying modestly.

At this moment, Mrs. Liu Sr. couldn’t sit still any longer and couldn’t help but approach to persuade, "Xue Er! Grandma was confused before; why don’t you come back to Liu Group?"

Previously, Mrs. Liu Sr. let Liu Qingsong take over, not to punish Liu Xue, but to temper her mood, planning to call her back after some time, believing she would value it more.

But she never expected Xu Kun to suddenly appear halfway.

If Xu Kun were to succeed, she knew she’d never have the chance to bring Liu Xue back.

Now, with Xu Kun yet to succeed, she could still use their familial ties to force Liu Xue to return.

"Grandma! How could this be? If she returned, what would become of me?" Hearing Mrs. Liu Sr.’s words, Liu Qingsong panicked.

His position as CEO hadn’t stabilized yet, and if Liu Xue returned, he would become the biggest joke, wouldn’t he?

Moreover, after how he treated Liu Xue before, if she came back, his good days would be over, and he’d suffer greatly. So he resolutely opposed it.

"Then go back to being a cleaner, wasn’t that what you said?" Mrs. Liu Sr. snorted coldly, answering without mercy.

With Mrs. Liu Sr.’s words, Liu Shirui and Liu Qingsong’s faces turned ashen, feeling immensely furious.

As for Liu Shinian and Jin Er, their hearts were filled with excitement, shouting joyfully, "Good! Grandma has finally come to her senses; Xue Er can become the CEO of Liu Group again. That’s much better than starting over."

"That’s right, the good days for our family are about to start."

In their view, Liu Xue would definitely agree. After all, she bears the Liu name; this is Liu Group.

Moreover, although Xu Kun stepped forward to co-found a company, who could say for sure what the situation really was? There were too many uncertainties.

Thus, in their eyes, returning was the best choice.

"The Liu Group really knows how to play; their change of attitude is too fast."

"Interesting, but who knows what choice Liu Xue will make?"

The others, meanwhile, were watching with bemused expressions, waiting for Liu Xue’s response.

"Grandma! There’s no way I’m going back, so don’t waste your breath." Under everyone’s gaze, Liu Xue coldly shook her head, directly refusing.

"Good!" Hearing Liu Xue’s response, Liu Shirui and Liu Qingsong sighed with relief, silently praising her decision.

At the same time, they pretended to persuade, saying, "Grandma, since Sister Xue Er is unwilling, let’s not force her. Qing Song (I) isn’t that bad; time will prove everything."

Upon hearing their words, Mrs. Liu Sr. said nothing and continued to look at Liu Xue, asking, "Is there really no room to maneuver? You are the Liu Family’s child, Liu Family’s blood."

"No." Liu Xue shook her head, firmly answering, "When you kicked me out, I already gave up on the Liu Family entirely, so don’t say anything more to disgust me!"

Liu Xue remained expressionless, completely indifferent to Mrs. Liu Sr.’s emotional appeal.

With Liu Xue’s words, Mrs. Liu Sr. felt a bit conflicted.

She knew Liu Xue couldn’t accept what happened before; if she didn’t do something, Liu Xue wouldn’t agree to return.

But with so many people present, she couldn’t bring herself to do anything toward Liu Xue.

However, if she couldn’t bring Liu Xue back, Liu Group wouldn’t have a suitable leader at present.

This left Mrs. Liu Sr. deeply conflicted, not knowing what to do either....