Chapter 1286: Chapter 1286: Financial Storm
Bai Xiao watched the wedding of her brother and Qi Yuqing, feeling emotional, as all members of their family were now married.
Each had their own life and family, and everyone was doing well.
Life was no longer like in the past.
She felt very satisfied.
Especially when she looked at the three mischievous little devils, her heart was full.
Don’t think she didn’t notice.
The fountain in front of the international hotel suddenly danced in tune with the wedding march, mesmerizing everyone outside.
Musical fountains weren’t so popular yet, and her little troublemakers had already started entertaining themselves.
Fortunately, no one discovered them.
“Bai Xiao, seeing my brother getting married suddenly gives me a sour feeling.”
She glanced at He Wei sitting beside her.
He Wei had changed a lot over the years, becoming a successful person, calm and exceptional.
“You’re not married yet, huh? I’m still waiting to drink at your wedding.”
He Wei hadn’t married even after all these years. Bai Xiao naturally knew that He Wei had no shortage of pursuers, but unfortunately, he was not easily swayed by emotions. Perhaps it had something to do with Liu Hong back then.
He had been single all these years.
Liu Hong also came. The current Liu Hong was different from the one she used to be.
Now a mother of three, Liu Hong’s temperament had become restrained and gentle, and among her three children, the oldest was already about to enter middle school.
The youngest was already in elementary school.
It seemed that Liu Hong hadn’t taken a break from giving birth these past years.
However, Liu Hong’s husband was not present, whether due to being busy or other reasons, was unknown.
She had been preoccupied with Bai Song’s matters, not having the chance to sit down properly with these relatives and friends.
He Wei might be the first one.
“As for me, it will happen someday, but I’m afraid you won’t support my choice.”
He tossed out this ambiguous statement.
Bai Xiao was taken aback, turning her head to look at He Wei—there was more behind his words.
He Wei had already turned his gaze away, watching Bai Song on the stage confessing to Qi Yuqing under the host’s direction, smiling widely.
“He Wei, what’s our relationship? Don’t hold back on anything, aren’t I at least your friend?”
“Nothing much! Oh, right, I need to tell you some not-so-good news. The Zhuo Family has linked up with Singapore’s richest man, stirring up a lot of trouble, and this time they’ve extended their reach into our company, and the Yu Family too.”
“Which Zhuo Family?”
Bai Xiao glanced at Jiang Shaoqing and Zhuo Lin.
This couple had already birthed two sons.
They inherited quite a bit from Jiang Shaoqing.
Even at a young age, they were quite remarkable and noticeable. These two were two years older than Bai Xiao’s children and were now playing with the Bai Family triplets.
They had Jiang Shaoqing’s mature demeanor, knowing how to take care of others at just five years old.
Taking care of them with precision and detail.
The three Demon Lord sisters in her family didn’t need to lift a finger; they just pointed at any dish, and those two would serve it to them, even wiping their mouths and handing drinks. Suddenly, there was this feeling that Jiang Shaoqing’s sons would steal away her daughters.
Not to mention Jiang Shaoqing’s demeanor towards his wife Zhuo Lin, who was just like the replica of An Zhiyuan. Don’t be fooled by his aloof expression; most of the time, he was silent! Yet, he spared no effort in peeling shrimp and picking fish bones for his wife. Beneath that calm exterior, he took care of Zhuo Lin meticulously.
No wonder he was this big boss’ true love in a past life.
Look, that’s what a devoted husband looks like.
“Not this Zhuo Family, the Zhuo Family from Hong Kong Island. Don’t you remember that extravagant dinner with Feixue?”
He Wei quickly explained when he saw her scrutinizing gaze, so as not to let Bai Xiao misunderstand.
Jiang Shaoqing had helped him a lot.
He wasn’t trying to cause trouble for Jiang Shaoqing.
Besides, Jiang Shaoqing and Bai Xiao were good friends.
The type who would go all out for each other.
Zhuo Lin was also not the type of person who couldn’t see the big picture.
“Is the Zhuo Family causing trouble again? Do they want revenge for that meal?”
Bai Xiao understood very well that losing ten billion over one meal, if the Zhuo Family didn’t seek revenge, it wouldn’t make sense.
“Yes, I knew at the time that this meal would blow up, and that there would be repercussions. I didn’t expect, after almost ten years, the Zhuo Family would still come after us. I find it hard to hold them off this time. The Zhuo Family planned their moves in advance, and I didn’t see it coming, mainly because there hadn’t been any movement for so long. I let my guard down, and didn’t expect them to strike just when I thought they were lying in wait.”
If He Wei weren’t down on his luck, he wouldn’t have mentioned it to Bai Xiao.
Nor would he possibly talk about it right now.
“Didn’t you just go public on Hong Kong Island? How much of your shares does the Zhuo Family own now?”
As soon as Bai Xiao asked, she understood where the problem lay.
One openly, one covertly.
The Zhuo Family had enough capital, and if they aligned with a large consortium, there would likely be more financial giants behind this kind of big consortium.
In that case, He Wei’s company would probably be the target as soon as it went public.
With the chips in their hand, it wouldn’t be excessive to toy with him however they wished.
After a few rounds of shorting, He Wei’s company probably wouldn’t be under his control anymore.
The company could change hands.
Even end up being divided or sold after someone else takes control, leaving He Wei with little to nothing in the end.
“Already thirty percent, and I only hold thirty-five percent myself. At the next board resolution meeting, it may be the time for a change of ownership.”
He Wei was aware that he no longer had a way out.
If the Zhuo Family had deliberately suppressed him, he wouldn’t have noticed at first.
It was because the entire Asian market was in a bearish storm.
He wasn’t the only one being suppressed.
Under such a big environment, the market was retreating almost everywhere.
So he didn’t think much of it.
After listening to He Wei, Bai Xiao was suddenly reminded of the financial storm of ’97.
A sniping war led by the largest financial giant in America to attack Asian finance represented by Mr. So.
If He Wei didn’t realize, it was probably because it was precisely the time of great upheaval, making it hard to notice.
Someone in the Zhuo Family probably got some insider information!
Taking advantage of the major predator’s snipe to exact revenge and simultaneously benefit from acquiring He Wei’s company, the Yu Family might also be drawn in. Yu Feixue, who did business with the Yu Family, had been collaborating with He Wei. Yu Feixue also had her own company, which was publicly listed. The Zhuo Family’s plan seemed like killing two birds with one stone this time.
“I understand. I think we’re in for a tough fight. Let’s discuss thoroughly once the wedding is over.”
Bai Xiao’s expression didn’t change. Her face remained bright with smiles, and He Wei mirrored her, as if they were just exchanging pleasantries between relatives.
The wedding ended.
Bai Xiao sent a text to Jiang Shaoqing and Yu Feixue! Inviting them to meet at the company.
Her hospital wasn’t quite the right place, but Bai Group had Bai Xiao’s office, which Bai Jingshan had insisted on setting up for her despite Bai Xiao’s opposition.
It seemed like a good place.
After the meal.
Four people met at the Bai Group.
This meeting lasted twelve hours straight, and no one knew what the four people discussed.
Nor did they know what they intended to do.