Title: Reborn in Handong, Starting with an Investment in Gao Yuliang

Zhao Lichun raised his eyelids.

He glanced at his son.

His gaze was indifferent, yet it sent a shiver down Zhao Ruilong's spine.

"Nonsense!"

Zhao Lichun spoke, his voice not loud, but carrying an undeniable air of authority.

"Who is Liang Qunfeng? He's the Secretary of the Provincial Commission for Discipline Inspection!"

"He took the initiative to request an audit from the province, which meant he was willing to be inspected."

"The preliminary investigation results from the province have come out, proving that his son is innocent."

"At this point, you want me to organize another team to investigate? Or dig deeper?"

"Are you trying to tell everyone that I, Zhao Lichun, am a sore loser and am settling personal scores?"

Zhao Lichun's voice turned cold.

"This matter ends here."

"Don't think about that food factory anymore, and don't provoke Liang Cheng."

Zhao Ruilong suddenly raised his head, his face filled with resentment.

Why?

"Why should Liang Cheng be able to make money so lavishly, while I have to keep to myself?"

"Dad, this isn't fair!"

"shut up!"

Zhao Lichun patted the armrest of the sofa.

"Can't you understand what I'm saying?"

The atmosphere between the father and son instantly became tense and hostile.

Just then.

The study door was gently pushed open.

A woman in a business suit, with a capable demeanor, walked in.

"Dad, why are you getting so angry with Ruilong?"

The woman's voice was gentle, carrying an intellectual charm.

She is Zhao Lichun's eldest daughter.

Zhao Ruilong's second older sister.

Zhao Xiaohui currently works for the Jingzhou Municipal Government.

When Zhao Ruilong saw his sister, the anger on his face subsided slightly.

"Sister, you be the judge."

Zhao Xiaohui ignored him and instead refilled Zhao Lichun's teacup with hot water.

"Dad, Ruilong is young and impatient. Please don't take it to heart."

She put down the kettle and turned to look at Zhao Ruilong.

"Ruilong, listen to your father, don't mention this matter again."

Zhao Ruilong's temper flared up again.

"Sis! How come even you..."

"Let me finish speaking first."

Zhao Xiaohui interrupted him.

"Liang Qunfeng really did a very clever job this time."

"He proactively requested an audit and made a solemn pledge; this was an open strategy."

"If we keep harping on this, we'll be doing something inferior, and it will make us seem petty."

Zhao Xiaohui paused, walked to Zhao Ruilong's side, and lowered her voice even further.

"Besides, the Liang family's decision to put Liang Cheng in the spotlight this time may not be a bad thing for us."

Zhao Ruilong frowned, somewhat puzzled.

A faint smile appeared on Zhao Xiaohui's lips.

"Once he starts doing business, he won't just be a typical rich kid anymore."

"Every businessman will eventually slip up."

"The bigger the business, the more diverse the people you come into contact with, and the more opportunities you have to make mistakes."

"We have plenty of time and opportunity. Take it slow. We're not afraid of not finding his problem."

"Why rush things and give others ammunition against you?"

Zhao Ruilong listened.

The taut lines on his face finally relaxed.

Although he was still unhappy, he had to admit that his sister was right.

A gentleman takes his revenge, even after ten years.

"Okay, I'll do as you say."

Zhao Ruilong muttered something under his breath, then turned and left the study.

I watched my younger brother's figure disappear through the doorway.

The smile on Zhao Xiaohui's face slowly faded, replaced by a solemn expression.

She sat back down opposite Zhao Lichun.

"Dad, Ruilong's matter is a small matter. I came today to talk to you about something else."

Zhao Lichun picked up his teacup, gesturing for her to continue.

"I received a very reliable message."

Zhao Xiaohui's expression turned serious.

"Liang Qunfeng... may have to withdraw his support for that heavy industry project."

"Clang!"

Zhao Lichun's hand trembled slightly, and the teacup lid hit the rim of the cup with a crisp sound.

He suddenly raised his head.

For the first time, genuine astonishment appeared in his eyes.

Is the news reliable?

"Very reliable." Zhao Xiaohui nodded.

The atmosphere in the study.

The atmosphere suddenly became somewhat oppressive.

Previously, the father and daughter had discussed it countless times in private.

Liang Qunfeng's desperate gamble on that heavy industry project was a terrible move.

That project was a huge trap that Zhao Lichun had prepared for him.

The more Liang Qunfeng jumps in, the more he will die a miserable death.

They had even made a complete plan.

They were just waiting for Liang Qunfeng to get mired in trouble before delivering a fatal blow to him from both economic and political perspectives.

But now.

This ultimate weapon hasn't even been unleashed yet.

The other side is actually going to retreat on their own initiative?

This completely disrupted all of Zhao Lichun's plans!

Why did he leave?

Zhao Lichun was completely baffled.

"Could he have realized this was a trap? Impossible. We've packaged this project's prospects flawlessly."

Zhao Xiaohui's brows were also furrowed.

"I don't understand it either. Logically speaking, his son is making a fortune now, which is exactly the time when he needs a great achievement to consolidate his position. He has no reason to give it up."

"unless......"

A thought flashed through Zhao Xiaohui's mind.

"Dad, do you think Liang Qunfeng might be being guided by a powerful figure?"

Zhao Lichun remained silent.

First, there was Liang Cheng's food factory, which appeared out of nowhere in a way that was completely beyond imagination yet flawless.

Now, it's Liang Qunfeng's turn to act again at a crucial moment.

Exit that doomed project.

These two things.

They seem unrelated, but they all exude an eerie aura.

"That Liang Cheng is no simple man."

After a long while, Zhao Lichun slowly uttered a sentence.

"His food factory's business model and many of its methods were unheard of."

"This young man is definitely not as simple as he seems."

Zhao Xiaohui nodded in deep agreement.

"I think so too. Liang Qunfeng's sudden change of heart this time is very likely influenced by his son."

The father and daughter exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of apprehension in each other's eyes.

"It seems we all underestimated the Liang family."

Zhao Lichun leaned back on the sofa.

"Don't have any direct conflict with Liang Qunfeng during this period."

"Tell the people below to behave themselves and observe the situation."

"Also, keep an eye on Ruilong and don't let him do anything underhanded that could ruin things."

Ultimately, Zhao Lichun decided to wait and see before making a decision.

After all, the struggle between him and Liang Qunfeng was not so easy to determine a winner.

Zhao Lichun was afraid that something might go wrong.

One wrong move and the whole game is lost!

It's better to be cautious.

"I see."

Zhao Xiaohui replied.

They clearly agreed with Zhao Lichun's decision.

......

Handong University.

The afternoon sun shines through the leaves of the camphor trees, casting dappled light and shadow on the tree-lined path.

Hou Liangping walked out of the library carrying several books.

He was in a bad mood.

Ever since Liang Cheng ignored me in the cafeteria and Zhong Xiaoai neglected me.

Hou Liangping felt like he had become the laughing stock of the entire school.

Wherever you go.

It seemed like everyone was talking behind my back.

What he found even more unbearable was...

Liang Cheng and his iced tea are exerting an influence on campus at an alarming rate.

Almost every trash can downstairs in the dormitory building was filled with those bright yellow plastic bottles.

The school's convenience store.

Iced tea is always placed in the most prominent position.

Even Zhong Xiaoai, whom he had been pursuing, was carrying a bottle during breaks between classes.

The bright, glaring color stung Hou Liangping's eyes.

The topics of conversation among the students invariably revolved around Liang Cheng.

"Have you heard? Liang Cheng from the law department is now a star entrepreneur in our Handong Province!"

"More than that! It's been reported in the newspapers that his factory has provided employment for hundreds of laid-off workers, and even the provincial government has issued a commendation!"

"It's really frustrating to compare yourself to others. We're still fighting tooth and nail for a few hundred yuan in student aid, while others have already started contributing to society."

"Who can argue with that? He's handsome, capable, and has a powerful family background. He's a true winner in life."

These comments were like needles, piercing Hou Liangping's heart.