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In the past, Xie Bingyan had a cold and aloof personality, never giving anyone face, and was known as the ice goddess of her university.
She used to look down on Xu Deming, always thinking he had no abilities. Eventually, Xu Deming’s persistent pursuit paid off.
But what abilities did Xu Deming really have?
When she got married, Xie Yun and Xie Zhen both opposed her marrying Xu Deming, thinking he was just a mediocre playboy from the Xu family. However, Xie Bingyan was blinded by love at that time, and since she was already pregnant with Xu Wanting, she was determined to marry him.
Later, to gain the Xu family’s approval and to have an heir for the family assets, she desperately had children.
When she realized that Xu Deming indeed had no real abilities and was only good at eating, drinking, and having fun, Xu Deming has suffered a lot from her torment over the years.
In the family, it had always been a dynamic of a strong woman and a weak man.
It’s likely that Xu Deming couldn’t stand her oppression, which is why he sought out one woman after another outside.
Xu Mo couldn’t be bothered to judge who was right or wrong between the two, as in his mind, neither of them were good people!
Sure enough!
When Xu Mo returned with Xu Hongluan and Lu Xiangru, Xie Bingyan and Xu Manni’s faces immediately darkened.
Even Xu Xuehui and Xu Shuying showed a hint of panic on their faces.
“Hongluan is here too? Hongluan? Xiao Mo, why did you bring Hongluan as well?” Xu Deming asked in surprise, appearing nervous.
“What? Shouldn’t Hongluan come to see? Today, I not only brought Hongluan but also Aunt Lu Xiangru!” Xu Mo replied with a mocking expression.
“Well…” Xu Deming felt awkward and could only laugh dryly, “Alright, alright! Since they’re here, let them be! Coincidentally, I had Aunt Zhao prepare a big table of dishes, so let’s all eat together later!”
Xu Mo glanced at him without saying much, then led the group inside.
Xie Bingyan and Xu Manni were naturally seated inside, especially Xie Bingyan, who sat in the main seat with an arrogant demeanor.
Xu Mo always wanted to tear off her arrogant mask and make her feel the cruelty, but she never bowed her head.
Xu Mo didn’t care, either.
“Xiao Mo, have a seat! Sit over here! Aunt Zhao, bring some tea!” Xu Deming excitedly called out, “Hongluan, Xiangru, you sit too!”
As Xu Deming spoke, he gave Xu Xuehui and Xu Shuying a few meaningful looks, signaling them to lighten the atmosphere and prevent it from becoming too tense.
Xu Deming then smiled and said, “I heard you were coming back this time, so Dad has been preparing for a long time. The whole house has been cleaned inside and out! I heard someone attacked your Pinduoduo Group. How’s everything going recently?”
“It’s fine,” Xu Mo replied, not wanting to discuss it further.
Xu Deming looked momentarily embarrassed but quickly forced a smile, “I also heard about your short video platform! When did you come up with that idea? Was it your suggestion, or was someone else working on it?”
Xu Mo glanced at him, feeling even more disgusted. However, he didn’t mind saying a few more words to him now: “We established it and Pinduoduo the same year. I was the main driving force behind it! It took many years to develop to its current level.”
“And what about overseas? I heard it’s very popular abroad!”
“Overseas is doing okay,” Xu Mo replied, unwilling to elaborate.
Xu Deming felt awkward again and suddenly didn’t know what to say.
Xu Shuying suddenly interjected, “Xu Mo, Fifth Sister welcomes you home!”
“Yes, Xu Mo! Second Sister also welcomes you back!” Xu Xuehui added.
Xu Mo glanced at them and mockingly asked, “How welcoming are you?”
“This…”
The two were at a loss for words, and Xu Mo couldn’t be bothered to argue further.
“Today, I came back mainly for one reason. There’s something I need to settle. As previously discussed, Hongluan is about to come of age, and it seems the Xu family is planning to divide the family assets. I’ve investigated, and the Xu family has about three billion in assets. I want a clear explanation today on how this will be divided,” he said.
“This…” Everyone was momentarily speechless.
“Hongluan and Aunt Lu Xiangru must get a share! And it needs to be rightfully handed over! Out of this three billion, I won’t discuss the portion allocated to Xu Junzhe for now. But each of you sisters has received at least one hundred million! I’ve calculated that Hongluan’s share must be at least one hundred million as well!”
“Don’t even think about it!”
Xie Bingyan suddenly spoke, her face icy, “Don’t even think about it!”
Xu Mo glanced at her, “Today, I’m here not to argue but to truly resolve the issue. one hundred million is my bottom line.”
Hearing this, Xu Deming, fearing Xie Bingyan would get angrier, quickly said, “Xiao Mo, how can we give away one hundred million? The family doesn’t have that much money now; most of it is tied up in fixed assets…”
“I’ve calculated the Xu family’s assets! Don’t tell me there’s not enough! Xu Junzhe took fifty percent, at least 1.5 billion, not including some shares in Fengxiang Jewelry! The remaining assets should still be at least 1.5 billion! Even if each of the six sisters gets one hundred million, there’s still nine million left!”
“Xiao Mo, most of this money is tied up in fixed investments and can’t be easily liquidated! A large part is also invested in external shares!” Xu Deming explained with a frown.
“Are you saying that shares invested outside can’t be divided? Who’s the fool here, you or me? So tell me, given the current situation, how should it be divided? How much are you willing to give Hongluan?” Xu Mo stared at Xu Deming.
Xu Deming was immediately at a loss for words, his expression flustered.
Xu Xuehui and Xu Shuying turned pale.
They knew Xu Mo wouldn’t reconcile with them on this visit, but they didn’t expect him to bring up this issue.
A hundred million in assets is a significant amount, more than most people could earn in several lifetimes.
The main issue wasn’t just the assets; Xu Mo wanted Xu Hongluan to rightfully take a share, which meant she would officially become a member of the Xu family. Xie Bingyan would never agree to this!
“Xiao Mo, let’s discuss this matter later. No matter what, I’ll ensure Hongluan has enough money to live comfortably! Since you’re all here today, let’s have a good meal and talk things over, alright?” Xu Deming said, forcing a smile.
Xu Mo sneered, “A meal? No need! I’m here today to settle this issue. Whether you agree or not, you will have to agree!”
“Over my dead body!” Xie Bingyan stared at him coldly, her eyes full of frost.
Xu Mo sneered at her, “Xie Bingyan, I don’t want to argue with you today. I just want to resolve this issue. If you agree, I’ll leave right away and won’t pursue anything further. But if you want to fight me to the end, I won’t hold back!”
Xie Bingyan seemed even more enraged, her breathing quickened, and she gritted her teeth, “Don’t get too smug. There are plenty of people who can deal with you!”
Xu Mo laughed immediately, “Xie Zhen? Or Xie Yun? If they really had the ability, they wouldn’t be too scared to act now!”
Xie Bingyan fell silent, glaring at him with eyes full of fury.
“Do you agree? And you? Do you agree to let Hongluan return to the Xu family and get her share of the inheritance?” Xu Mo asked, looking at Xu Xuehui, Xu Shuying, and the others in turn.
“I need to remind you all, I’m here to settle this matter today! The only path forward is for you to agree!”