Chapter 67 Private Chat Continued (Second Update)

  The atmosphere suddenly became tense, with a hint of gunpowder. Dong Hao's face also tightened, he too did not want any conflict to arise, lest he would be in an awkward position where he couldn't please either side.

  He immediately stood up and said: "Let's talk about this slowly, let's talk about it slowly!"

  "Huh?" Maofeng immediately stared at Donghao, and Donghao immediately nodded and sat down. As soon as he sat down, he felt a gaze from the other side on him, and when he looked up, he saw Wu Xiaohua also looking at him with great dissatisfaction! At this time, he was also smiling wryly in his heart, thinking that things had come to this point. Both sides were blaming him! Damn it, I won't care anymore, I'll just pretend to be deaf and blind!

  Little did he expect, just as he had made up his mind, he heard a woman's words, which almost made him jump up. He stared at the woman in amazement, unable to imagine that such a woman would speak like this, it was truly an eye-opener!

  This woman is not Wu Xiaohua, nor is she Pan Ruoxia, but rather Lu Qingfang. She stared straight at Mao Feng's mouth and said: "Don't be so evasive, we came this time specifically for a blind date, and the object of our affections is you! Moreover, our family elders want us to marry you! The advantage of marrying us is that the three families behind us will support you unconditionally!"

  Pan Ruoxia said it with her head held high, not a hint of blush on her face. Mao Fengzhi didn't expect this either, he didn't think anyone would be so straightforward, and that someone was a woman! This broadened his horizons, who says women in this era are all old-fashioned? This girl is different! Very trendy!

  Wu Xiaohua's face turned slightly red, and Pan Ruoxia's eyes also flashed with a hint of shyness! Wu Xiaohua saw that things had already been said openly, so she could only continue.

  She also stood up and said to Mao Feng: "Qing Fang's words are indeed straightforward, but the fact is that you don't want to have your own influence in China in the future? As everyone knows, those domestic forces now have financial backing! Even Mr. Sun Yat-sen has Japanese financial support! We not only have money here, but also a large network of relationships that come with us, and the manpower of our three families, all of which are resources!"

  Then Pan Ruoxia also spoke up and said: "Don't you lack money?"

  Although the words are short, they are enough to point out Mao Feng's biggest weakness at this moment! Mao Feng is indeed lacking in money, not just ordinary lack of money! It's extremely lacking in money. Not to mention the five million trade, even after the equipment arrives, the expenses for opening up will be a huge number. A steel mill can't be opened with just one word, let alone training soldiers, which is another expense. There are also instructors, technical experts, weapon production, maintenance and upkeep, all of which are also huge expenses! Mao Feng would rather split a single dollar into two to use it!

  Mao Feng knew this was a huge temptation and a great test of himself! If he agreed, then he would get both the woman and the wealth! As for what those thirteen families were up to, it would eventually come to light; as long as his own strength still existed, none of these things were a problem!

  Mao Feng took a deep breath, smiled and said: "Very tempting, and you also have a very detailed understanding of me, even knowing that I'm short of money. Alright, I admit it, I am indeed short of money, and I really hope to get financial support from a consortium. However, there's one thing I must say, which is that I have a wife, and this matter must be agreed upon by her; otherwise, there's no point in discussing it further. And even if she agrees, there's still me! I want to know what kind of intentions the family behind you has? Don't think about hiding or deceiving, because mutual sincerity is the foundation for a successful cooperation. I don't want to be on guard against bullets shot from behind in the future!"

  Mao Fengzhi's words were already clear enough, and whether it was Wu Xiaohua or Lu Qingfang, they both understood that Mao Fengzhi had actually agreed in his heart! The only unstable factor is Mao Fengzhi's wife, Ding Xiaya.

  Although they let out a sigh of relief, the three women were actually not comfortable in their hearts. They didn't marry to be wives, but to be concubines, to be secondary! Despite this, they still had to go through such twists and turns, it was really embarrassing!

  They all had a hint of helplessness and desolation in their hearts. Wu Xiaohua said firmly, "Alright, we'll wait for your decision! Tomorrow! We'll be waiting for your answer tomorrow!"

  Mao Fengzhi saw Wu Xiaohuo about to leave and smiled, saying: "Slow down, don't be in a hurry to leave, I still want to ask a question!" After a pause, Mao Fengzhi continued: "If the alliance fails, are there other ways of cooperation? I'm very interested in this!"

  When Wu Xiaohuo heard Mao Fengzhi's invitation to himself, he swallowed the words of farewell. After listening to Mao Fengzhi's inquiry, she said without hesitation: "There is no foundation between us! Lack of necessary trust, why should we be married, that is to provide a basis for mutual trust! There is only a second step after the first step, if there is no first step, where does the second step come from?! For us now, you are also making it impossible for us to believe!"

  Mao Feng looked at Wu Xiaohe very seriously, he saw the seriousness in Wu Xiaohe's words and eyes, he knew that if he said anything else it would be useless, and he really had to start with the marriage alliance! Putting himself in others' shoes, he also needed to think carefully about this, as it wasn't something that could be believed with just one sentence! From this point, it can be seen that if these three families trusted each other, then the extent of their support would be imaginable!

  Mao Feng gave up the idea of continuing to persuade them, nodded and said: "Alright, I'll give you an answer tomorrow! So I won't see you off, you guys take care!"

  The three women left quickly, while Dong Hao was awkward and slightly fearful as he bid farewell to Mao Feng. As they departed, Mao Feng let out a low sigh. There's no gain without pain; if he could get the support of these three families, it would mean that the other eleven families would also start supporting him. Everyone knew that the thirteen families of Guangdong were always united! Getting their support was crucial for himself, and it would save him a lot of effort! Money would no longer be an issue! The vast network of relationships among these families could provide support! But what he had to pay in return was just Ding Xiangya's concession? That couldn't be right!

  Mao Feng's low whisper said: "For her, I am the sky, I am her all, she offended her family for me! But I'm going to marry another woman for my career, and that's not all, how cruel is this for her!"

  Ding Xiangya is still busy, now the Ding family's industry is in adjustment, she knows about Mao Fengzhi's plan, she also knows about his ambition, she doesn't want to hold him back, every time she sees him thinking deeply at night, she feels heartache, an unstoppable heartache!

  Ding Xiangya said to the steward, "Tell my uncles that they should not drag their feet any longer. What we need now is support. Otherwise, how will others look at us? Are we really going to let Feng Zhi kill everyone off? Who will still help Feng Zhi then? The opium dens must be cleared out as soon as possible, the brothels and casinos must also be handed over. From now on, we can't get involved in these businesses anymore. There are plenty of other good business opportunities available, why do we need to do these? Alright, that's all, just inform them."

  "Alright, miss, shouldn't we inform the master about this?" The steward reminded her.

  Ding Xiaoya said bluntly, "Father is old and his body is not very good, so there's no need to trouble him with these things. Besides, I'm the head of the household now, can't I make these decisions?"

  "No, no, I'll attend to it at once!" The steward replied in alarm.

  "Get out!" After watching the manager leave, Ding Xiangya let out a low sigh. Her sharp and bold appearance was gone, replaced by exhaustion. She rubbed her brow with slender fingers.

  "Miss, Master Gou has arrived!" Xia He exclaimed happily as she pushed open the door and came in.

  Ding Xiaoya immediately put down her hand that was rubbing her eyebrows, and smiled as she said: "Really? How did he suddenly have time? Is there some big happy event today? Unlikely!"

  Just then, Mao Fengzhi walked in, wearing a military uniform, his face still as warm and friendly as ever. Looking at Ding Xiaoyu, he said: "How did you come here? Instead of coming to my place, it's better to rest well at home."

  Mao Feng's smile said: "Aren't I thinking of you? I'm also worried that you'll be exhausted!"

  Ding Xiaoyan's eyes lit up with joy, she stepped forward and grasped Mao Fengzhi's hands, saying with concern: "Look at you, so exhausted, yet still like this. You must take care of your body, when we get back, I'll have Zhang Ma simmer some bone soup for you to drink, to nourish your body!"

  Mao Feng's heart felt increasingly uncomfortable, and he let out a low sigh as he stepped forward to wrap his arms around Ding Xiao Ya's slender waist. Ding Xiao Ya was quickly pulled into his embrace. Xia He, who was standing on the side, saw this scene and subtly stuck out her tongue before quietly walking out and closing the door behind her.

  Mao Feng was not a person who could hide things, especially when facing his loved one. He said directly: "Xiao Ya, there's something I think it's necessary to discuss with you, it's very important for me and for you!"

  Ding Xiaoya carefully heard the tone of Mao Feng's words, which was so solemn. She immediately raised her head from her arms and looked at Mao Feng, asking: "What's wrong?"

  Mao Fengzhi was a bit afraid to look at Ding Xiaya, but he still told the truth about what had happened. If Ding Xiaya didn't change color, it would be fake, but her emotions weren't intense, she just looked at Mao Fengzhi.

  Her eyes, usually bright and expressive, were now inscrutable. This made Mao Feng even more anxious! He knew how difficult this decision was for Ding Xiangya.

  Mao Feng knew he had to say something, couldn't stay silent. Mao Feng said with difficulty: "Xiao Ya, if you don't agree, I'll go and convey it right away! I won't believe they're gone, I won't be okay!"

  Ding Xiaoya spoke up at this time, saying: "This is a family matter, I'll take charge. How about this? You call the three of them over, and I'll talk to them. Can we do that? We can decide after talking."

  Mao Feng looked deeply at Ding Xiao Ya and nodded heavily: "Alright, I'll notify them immediately!"