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Sitting cross-legged. Xiao Lin's position was in the upper left of Xia Yusheng, while Xia Yuxuan was seated in the lower right of Xia Yusheng. Two empty seats across from Xia Yusheng were reserved for today's guests.

In India, dining is highly hierarchical. Generally, women sit below men and cannot sit as equals with them. Xiao Lin chose a traditional Indian restaurant, where most of the patrons were from India. The authentic craftsmanship and rich aroma of curry made one's appetite insatiably increase.

Xia Yusheng took a few sips of wine, just as Xiao Lin had anticipated, the Xia Family shares closed at 35 yuan that evening, with a high of 38.5; a figure never reached since listing. He could not help but have a new perception of Xiao Lin. Who would believe he wasn't manipulating the stock market? This rise and fall earned the Xiao Family quite a bit of money, of course, he didn't mention it in front of Xia Yuxuan.

"Before the guests arrive, let's toast to Xiaoxue first. I heard that the first clothing exhibition received two big orders, and the showroom activities sold nearly 300,000 in revenue on the spot. Yuxuan, this is the first merchant since our 'Rhine' was established!"

Xiao Lin raised his glass. He knew that today wouldn't be bad, but the outcome was beyond his expectations. However, there was a bit of concern, starting with such a bang could bring a lot of pressure on future maintenance. Sure enough, Xia Yuxuan brought up an untimely remark on this point.

"Although it is our 'Rhine's first store since its inception, I still think we should focus on the future. In the department store industry, longevity truly reflects a merchant's genuine strength. Do you agree, brother-in-law?" Xia Yuxuan deliberately threw the question to Xiao Lin, waiting to see how this drama would unfold.

"It's true that stable development is important, but in this new era, anything can happen, and no one can predict the future. I don't care about Xiaoxue, as long as he's happy, I fully support him."

"Ah, I almost forgot, Xiaoxue's boyfriend is quite the spender. With such strong financial backing, he won't make a loss." Xia Yuxuan's sharp tongue made Xia Yusheng cough twice; this unreasonable conduct made him very embarrassed in front of Xiao Lin.

"Yuxuan, mind the occasion." Xia Yusheng suppressed his voice, warning his sister.

"Uncle, it's alright. Third Aunt is also considering for me, Xiao Lin understands."

Hmph! Xia Yuxuan huffed heavily and picked up a drink in front of her, taking a sip. At this moment, the door was pulled open, and a chubby man walked in.

"Hello!" Xia Yuxuan quickly stood up from the ground to greet this guest whose belly could be seen before his face.

Xiao Lin sat upright in his place, pressing one hand on Xia Yusheng's thigh. Just one person going to greet was enough; maintaining a high-profile posture was still necessary.

Fatty Wang scanned the private room with a glance, and his gaze fell on Xiao Lin. "Hello, Uncle Xia."

"So you're the owner of 'inone,' truly surprising me." Xia Yusheng politely gestured to the empty seat across from him, indicating for him to sit down. The secretary following Fatty Wang sat beside him.

"Uncle Xia, you're over-praising me. I just recently acquired a Japanese cosmetics company, and I coincidentally have new research. I wanted to try out a new field but haven't had the chance to inform you and seek your advice. It's my oversight for making you personally invite me. Really, I'm sorry." Fatty Wang proactively poured a glass of wine for Xia Yusheng. "I toast this glass to you, expressing my sincere apologies."

"Not at all." After downing a glass, Fatty Wang turned to Xiao Lin.

"It's been a while, Dr. Xiao, how have you been lately?"

"Thanks to you, life is vivid and fulfilling," Xiao Lin answered lightly, seeing the cunning of a businessman on Fatty Wang's face.

It was a very subtle scenario, everyone harbored ulterior motives, yet a harmonious celebration of prosperity surrounded them.

"How is your father?" Xia Yusheng broke the brief silence, signaling everyone to feel free. "I haven't visited your home in a long time."

"My father has stepped back from the frontline, staying home to raise fish and plant flowers, living a leisurely life." Fatty Wang sat properly. "He always mentions you, wanting to play another game of chess with Uncle Xia. He is still brooding over losing one piece last time."

Upon hearing this, Xia Yusheng laughed heartily. "Then I must visit someday to fulfill Old Wang's wish."

Fatty Wang nodded with a smile, while Secretary Wang considerately took a document from the briefcase. "Thinking that it's a good opportunity to meet Uncle today, I especially brought this for you to see."

"Liger City's approval document?" Xia Yusheng glanced at it, the gist of it indicated that a separate department store in Liger City was auctioned off with a temporary license. "Nephew is truly promising, to get this in your hands. Seems like Uncle Xia is getting old."

"After the Liger Gang was eradicated, many expressed relief, but as a commercial city, its business atmosphere couldn't match the entertainment vibe. So this time, I want to cooperate with you, Uncle, to see if we can transform Liger City into a unique commercial capital. Given your running of department stores, it should be an effortless task. 'Rhine' is one of the top national luxury consumer channels. I have faith in Uncle, so I boldly wish to have a collaboration with you."

A very tempting proposal, the annual profits handed over by Liger City are quite considerable, with daily turnover breaking into millions. Who wouldn't want a share of that pie?

"Brother, I think this is a good proposal. We still don't have our own business territory in the Western Suburb, and collaborating with the Wang Family is what the old man has always wanted, isn't it?" Xia Yuxuan's words caught Xiao Lin's attention. He had been listening while sipping his drink. He squinted his eyes as a dangerous signal flashed in his mind, and his hand subtly touched Xia Yusheng's leg, giving it a discreet pat.

"This plan indeed sounds good, but looking at our current situation, expanding the market might be a bit difficult." Xia Yusheng hesitated.

"Uncle Xia, you can rest assured about that. The Wang Family can fully handle the financial aspects. I am already very satisfied with the valuable experience you can provide us." Fatty Wang poured another glass of wine for Xia Yusheng. "And you can hold fifty-five percent of the shares in the mall."

Holding more than half the shares? Xiao Lin sneered. It's almost impossible not to be tempted by such alluring benefits. However, when you think about it calmly, the other party is investing money and effort but still gives you the position of major shareholder. What are they after?

Xiao Lin glanced at Xia Yusheng out of the corner of his eye. At this time, he wouldn't offer him any advice, not even utter a word. Xia Yusheng's silence once again made the atmosphere eerie.

With a snap, Xiao Lin lit a fire; having nothing in his hand did feel a bit uncomfortable.

"I still need to go back and ask the old man about this. After all, the Xia Family has never collaborated with others. I believe Nephew is aware of that."

"Then I will patiently await the good news from Uncle Xia."

"'Inone' is selling so well, is there some secret weapon?" Xia Yusheng asked, a bit dazed after drinking halfway. "I see your ads are so impressive, can we men use it too?"

"Uncle Xia, you're joking. This is a skincare series developed for women. If you are interested, I can have someone send you a men's skincare series another day, ensuring your skin has the elasticity of a twenty-year-old."

"Forget it, I'm quite afraid of these chemical things. Recently, Xiaoxue was doing a beauty treatment and saw a lot of incidents of allergies due to skincare products."

"Such things can't be said to be absent; not everyone adapts. We just need to satisfy ninety-nine percent, and the remaining one percent of possibilities can be handed over to the law, right?"

Xia Yusheng laughed heartily, praising Fatty Wang's shrewdness and competence, thus leaving the matter of Liger City aside, with no one mentioning it again.

"Father is a bit tipsy; I'll take him back first, everyone enjoy." Xiao Lin helped the not-so-drunk Xia Yusheng, supporting him on his shoulder. "Third Aunt, I'll leave this to you."

Without waiting for any objections, Xiao Lin already put shoes on Xia Yusheng and walked him out of the restaurant.

"You're too hasty!" As soon as Xia Yusheng left, Xia Yuxuan started scolding Fatty Wang. "This can't be rushed. Now you've put everything on the table all at once; how do you expect me to handle it?"

Fatty Wang poured himself a drink, while the nearby secretary sensibly took the lead. "What are you afraid of?"

"I'm not afraid; after all, he's my eldest brother."

"Women's hearts!" Fatty Wang gulped down his drink in one swig. "If you want to do big things, you can't hesitate."

Watching Fatty Wang's ruthless fire, Xia Yuxuan couldn't help but feel a tightness in her heart. She frowned, "We agreed that you would help me get 'Rhine,' and I would help you take care of Xia Xue and other Xia Family industries."

Fatty Wang chuckled sinisterly, sending chills down Xia Yuxuan's spine. "Without 'Rhine,' what do you have left, Xia Family?" In one sentence, he broke through Xia Yuxuan's calculations, squinting his eyes.

"Xia Xue is just an excuse. How can that woman compare to you?" His squinted eyes radiated malice, and Xia Yuxuan coughed slightly, pretending to calmly pick up vegetables.

"Think carefully, whether it's better to be my, Fatty Wang's woman or to hold onto your Xia Family. I've always been thinking of your beautiful figure." The filthy words entered Xia Yuxuan's ears, making her throw the glass in her hand at him. "Even when you're angry, you're so enticing. Your husband is always away, loneliness is only natural. I can help you get 'Rhine' easily, but you need to be my woman." (To be continued. If you like this piece, welcome to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)