Do Not Speak Ill of My Mother!
Chapter 448 - 434 The Allegiance of the Du Family

Chapter 448: 434 The Allegiance of the Du Family

After listening to Father Du’s purpose, Yan Yueqing was very surprised, "Uncle Du, did you say you want to turn over the Du Family’s business to me?"

"Yes," Father Du said earnestly, "Manchang didn’t grasp my true intentions. He thought cooperating with you would be sufficient. In reality, I sincerely bring the Du Family’s business, hoping to be incorporated under your banner..."

"Miss Yan, please don’t refuse yet, listen to me. The Du Family... has some reputation in the Jade Stone Industry, but that’s only limited to City A. We have reached this step today by benefiting greatly from the era, but to continue developing is indeed difficult..."

Father Du analyzed the pros and cons, "The Du Family has been in the Jade Stone Industry for some years, not just dealing with jade, but also having some research on business operations... I dare not say how much benefit we can provide you, but at least it won’t be worse than the current stagnation!"

"To be honest, ever since you mined so many top-quality raw stones in Country T and never launched them externally, I guessed that you intended to enter the Jade Stone Industry, ready to use those items as the showpieces of the shop... I hope you will seriously consider my proposal. Establishing a new store is far less comfortable than taking over an old one..."

Yan Yueqing listened carefully, her expression becoming extremely incredulous.

Without Father Du mentioning it, she almost forgot!

Right, they did bring back many pieces of jade from Country T last time, and she’d been thinking of making jewelry for the children but never got around to finding a good craftsman, then got busy with other things.

Father Du continued, "After the incident with Song Qinglong, the Du Family now carries an unfavorable reputation, and business has noticeably declined..."

Song Qinglong...

The Du Family carrying an unfavorable reputation...

Yan Yueqing suddenly felt a bit guilty...

Emmm, should she tell Uncle Du that she actually had a hand in this?

Teacher Jiang gave her a harsh lesson using what happened with Jin Kai.

She only then understood that an enemy might not necessarily be an enemy but could just be a chess piece in her own hands.

Teacher Jiang had already been scheming extensively ever since he knew she was going to buy an entertainment company, even the most ruthless enemies could be utilized, indeed clearing the path forcefully, with outstanding results!

After Song Qinglong’s incident, without hesitation, she applied what she had learned and shifted the whispers toward the Du Family.

The reason was simple, strike while the iron is hot!

Now, even though the situation was embarrassing, she had control over the direction of the wind in her hands.

Business might be difficult for the Du Family. She had communicated with Jun Jiu, asking him to pay more attention to the situation in City A.

Out of the blue, Father Du didn’t care about the difficulties and changed his mind, "The Du Family is not without rivals. Many are closely watching us, ready to pounce. We can’t produce evidence of our innocence, but they can take this opportunity to frame us... I’m old, and Manchang is zealous but lacks power! Mansheng is out of the question... Instead of waiting to be cleanly devoured by them, why not seek allegiance with a force that understands our situation?"

"You mentioned last time that you bought a plot of land in City C, planning to prepare a small commercial district... I later contacted Mr. Jun Jiu and found out it’s much bigger than I imagined... Miss Yan, since you are keen on planning a large commercial park, I hope to secure a place for the Du Family within it!"

Yan Yueqing found it both amusing and frustrating, "Uncle Du, if you want to develop in that commercial park, I’ll just ask Jun Jiu to reserve some good spots for you."

Commercial park...

That wasn’t her intent at all!

The salted fish just wanted to lie back and rot!

Although that piece of land was a good purchase for Yan Bao, and she did follow up with it. However, every time she had a meeting with Jun Jiu, his tone was very casual, not like he was planning to make a big move. So how did it become a signal of her striving to expand her territory in Father Du’s eyes?

(Jun Jiu: What’s going on?! How did the old fox from the Du Family get informed about the surprise he had prepared in advance?!)

Father Du took her humility for modesty and grew even more eager to join Yan Yueqing’s venture, "Miss Yan, I’m not only looking to secure a spot in the commercial district but also hoping that in the future... the Du Family can become your best assistant!"

With his words lowered to this extent, Yan Yueqing finally saw Father Du’s sincerity and, after a moment’s consideration, said, "Uncle Du, I’m not that ambitious. If you entrust the Du Family to me... in the future, it might not bloom as prosperously as you envision."

How could one expect a salted fish to strive!

What’s the difference between this and steaming a salted fish on a shelf?

However, Father Du firmly said, "Don’t worry, I will never regret this decision, no matter what!"

Yan Yueqing thought about it. After all, the Du family was Sister Mansheng’s parental home, so a direct refusal might not be appropriate.

"Well, since you’ve put it this way, it would be rude of me to refuse again." She pondered seriously, "How about this, I’ll have Jun Jiu coordinate with you. Let’s first sign a three-year agreement. During this period, any resources I can provide, I will prioritize for you. If you still haven’t made progress after three years, you can take back the business of the Du family, is that okay?"

Was she leaving them an escape route?

Father Du was almost moved to tears!

He came to Yan Yueqing with all his sincerity, never expecting that she would not only pour resources into his lap but also leave them a way out?!

"Miss Yan, rest assured, after three years, I will definitely present a satisfactory report to you!"

Father Du’s eyes sparkled with a shining light.

That was the longing for the future, and—complete trust in the person before him!

With her presence, the Du family was sure to fight a glorious battle and turn things around.

Yan Yueqing had not anticipated that the decision she made now would indeed make the head of the Jade Stone Industry in the future.

She stood up and extended her hand to Father Du, "Uncle Du, I’m looking forward to a pleasant cooperation."

"A pleasant cooperation."

Father Du was extremely happy inside, wishing he could immediately fly to City C to connect with Jun Jiu for the contract signing.

Song Xiaoyu didn’t show surprise at her grandfather’s departure, but when they parted, she was still visibly reluctant to let go.

Yan Yueqing took her into her embrace, "Xiaoyu, be good. Grandfather will be back after a few busy days. You can stay and play with Aunt Yueqing for two more days. After Sister Xiaoxiao is discharged from the hospital, I will personally take you to see Mom, okay?"

Song Xiaoyu buried her face in her shoulder, "Thank you, Aunt Yueqing, Xiaoyu understands."

"Yu Bao is so understanding," Yan Yueqing couldn’t help but give the little girl’s tender face a kiss.

Song Xiaoyu became even more shy.

For some reason, having experienced so much recently, despite feeling totally muddled and distressed inside... since coming to Qionghua Fairy Forest, her mood had somehow settled a great deal?

The manor had many rooms. Old Master Yan had one, Yan Wang and Jun Yan shared another, and Yan Yueqing originally shared one with Tang Tang. But once Song Xiaoyu arrived, Tang Tang and Xiaoyu, the two sisters, happily chose a room for themselves, finally allowing her to sleep alone.

At night, while the nanny was bathing Xiaoyu, Tang Tang was sprawled on the soft big bed, on a video call with her dad.

"Tang Tang, have you missed Daddy?" Director Tang asked as he looked at his daughter while multitasking with documents.

Tang Tang propped up her little face, "Miss you~"

"Should Daddy pick you up and bring you home tomorrow then?"

"Not that much missing..."

"Tang Tang..." Director Tang smiled speechlessly, "Are you still sleeping with your godmother tonight?"

"No, Sister Xiaoyu is here today." Tang Tang suddenly remembered something, "Dad, Sister Xiaoyu said her grandfather came today just to tell godmother, to submit the Du family to her. What does ’submit’ mean?"

Director Tang: !!!

What’s going on? Someone is trying to steal my boss?!