The Tempting Road to Becoming an Official

No wonder Hou Jidao was so eager and ruthless in trying to get rid of Shangguan Shoudong.

Because he was afraid that the enormous benefits at hand would turn into nothing.

Looking at these assets left by the Xu Family.

The Hou Family is an even more staggering astronomical figure.

And these so-called assets were all gradually seized through the power they held.

"Ah Fang, don't feel pressured. Dad wandered in the whirlpool of power all his life. At the end, he entrusted the Xu Family to you for a reason. Whatever you say, we'll do. We'll all abide by Dad's last wishes."

Xu Nuo noticed the discomfort on Chen Fang's face and spoke comforting words.

Xu Yan also nodded.

And said, "Yes, we'll listen to Dad and to you, and we believe you'll help our Xu Family get through this difficult time."

The so-called difficult time.

Was something everyone understood in their hearts.

With the fall of the Hou Family, alongside Shangguan Shoudong's imminent rise to power.

The Xu Family and Dong Family were already on the edge of a cliff.

The Dong Family was still alright.

Dong Fuzhong was still around, and his prestige remained.

But it was different for the Xu Family.

With Xu Mao's death, there was no longer anyone to hold up the sky.

Xu Guan also knew his limitations and, for the good of the Xu Family, had no objections.

Chen Fang looked up at Xu Guan.

Xu Guan also nodded heavily, saying, "Little sister is right, I'll listen to you too."

The agreement of the three gave Chen Fang some confidence.

Just as he was about to say something.

Suddenly.

The living room door was pushed open with a creak.

A commanding voice came in: "A bunch of useless trash, it's better for the Xu Family to raise pigs than to raise you. You're prepared to hand over the legacy Dad built painstakingly all his life? You're nothing but miscreants, worse than pigs and dogs!"

"Big brother..."

Seeing who entered the room.

The three couldn't help but call out.

Indeed.

The person who entered was none other than Xu Li.

Behind Xu Li, there were four middle-aged men.

Each around their fifties, wearing administrative jackets. One look at their attire and demeanor showed these four were not ordinary individuals.

"Big brother, this is Dad's last will."

Xu Nuo said weakly.

Xu Li shot a glance.

And said angrily, "Last will, my foot! It's all Chen Fang's influence, words of an old man near death, how could they be taken seriously?"

After finishing.

His gaze fell on the black box.

Like a famished beast spotting its prey.

Just about to reach for the box.

Chen Fang closed the lid with a snap.

"What do you mean by this?"

Xu Li's face instantly darkened.

"I won't take what's in here, but before Xu Mao left, he said that no matter who gets these things, it should never be you."

Chen Fang said.

"Oh, getting ahead of yourself acting as the Xu Family's head? Chen Fang, who do you think you are? What do you think you're worth? Do you have such capability? This box today, whether you give it willingly or not, it will be mine. When Dad was around, I'd give you some face, but now that he's not, you're not even worth dog shit to me."

"Big brother..."

Xu Yan called out mournfully.

Xu Li turned abruptly, pointing a finger at Xu Yan, and said with disdain, "Shut up! You think I don't know you're involved with Chen Fang? A worthless woman lying beneath Chen Fang, did he instigate you to return for the inheritance? Leaving home for so long, now that Dad's unwell, you return? Don't think I can't see through your little tricks!"

As these words were spoken.

Xu Yan's expression changed.

"Big brother, how can you talk like that to third sister? She's your sister."

Xu Nuo chided in frustration.

Xu Li went mad.

He again directed his anger at Xu Nuo.

Shouting, "You're no good either, your relationship with Chen Fang is unclear, right? I heard a long time ago you tried to seduce him. What? Even a woman wants to covet the family assets? I'm telling you, no way."

"Big brother, listen to what you're saying."

Xu Nuo shouted.

Xu Li sneered and said, "Don't you understand what I'm saying? I'm your big brother, yet you don't help me and choose outsiders. Can you say you haven't slept with Chen Fang, haven't stroked his gun?"

"I didn't..."

Sorrow beyond words.

Seeing big brother speak like this about sister.

Xu Nuo's tears couldn't help but start flowing.

Xu Li wasn't done venting his anger.

Raised his finger towards Xu Guan.

"You're a coward, a fool. You're the real son of the Xu Family, yet you give these things willingly to an outsider. What are you thinking, did Chen Fang also charm you? With your behavior, you're unfit to be a Xu Family member!"

Xu Guan wasn't a quick talker.

Being scolded by Xu Li.

He suddenly didn't know how to respond.

Seeing his siblings speechless from his scolding.

Xu Li felt triumphant.

At this moment.

Chen Fang said, "Alright, you've scolded your siblings enough, now it's your turn, right?"

"What do you mean my turn? What did I do wrong?"

Xu Li puffed up and asked.

Chen Fang sneered and said, "What did you do wrong? Among your four siblings, you're the only brainless one. Look at the Hou Family's end, think back to your decisions, still don't know to repent? Still think you can lead the Xu Family to rise again? Your ambitions exceed the heavens, but your fate is paper-thin. With ambition but no ability, if the Xu Family is handed to you, it won't be long before you ruin it all. You still have the face to scold your siblings, at least they act for the good of the Xu Family. And you? Is it just you in your eyes?"

"Chen Fang, I know you're sharp-tongued, I won't fall for it today. Since I'm here, the Xu Family can't be handed to you. Give me the box, I'll let you leave. If you want to tussle, I'll oblige!"

After saying.

Xu Li slapped the table with a palm.

Glaring at Chen Fang.

His eyes already showing murderous intent.

"Fine, then try it!"

Chen Fang countered.

Xu Li couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Said, "Chen Fang, it seems you're unaware of the situation, right? Come, let me introduce some seniors."

After saying.

Xu Li stepped back.

Pointing at the four middle-aged men, introducing each: "Vice Minister of the Ministry of Justice Zhang Zhongqin, United Front Minister of Zhongyuan Province Ding Zhe, Director of He Xi Province Committee Office Qian Kaisheng, and finally, President of the state-owned Zhengjian Group Feng Gang. These people are veteran figures of the Xu Family. Ask if they agree to let you lead the Xu Family?"

As he finished speaking.

Zhengjian Group President Feng Gang stepped forward.

Said to Xu Guan, Xu Nuo, and Xu Li, "We have discussed before coming. Regardless of the old man's will, the Xu Family must be taken over by its first son."