The two announcements from the Emgrand Group sent shockwaves throughout Jinling.


Upon hearing that the Emgrand Group had a new owner, the Xiao family finally understood why the Wang family had been kicked out.


It seemed that the new owner of the Emgrand Group held the Wang family in disdain.


But who exactly was this mysterious Young Master Ye? He must be extraordinary! To buy a company worth hundreds of billions as casually as buying groceries—it was a move even Jinling’s wealthiest couldn’t pull off!


Soon, countless families were stirred into action. On one hand, they hoped to establish a relationship with this mysterious Young Master Ye. On the other, many dreamed of marrying their daughters into his family.


Meanwhile, the announcement of a 2-billion-yuan hotel investment shook the city’s construction and renovation industries to their core.


Two billion!


Even securing a small piece of the project would yield enormous profits.


Naturally, the money-hungry Grandma Xiao was no exception.


Grandma Xiao was ecstatic at the news. A 2-billion-yuan project—this was an incredible opportunity!


If the Xiao family could secure even one contract from this project, their fortunes would skyrocket.


She immediately ordered a family meeting that evening to discuss strategies for breaking into the Emgrand Group’s project. Attendance was mandatory for all family members!


…


That evening, at the Xiao family villa.


Since attendance was mandatory, Ye Chen went with Xiao Churan.


He knew that the meeting was to discuss how the Xiao family could grab a share of the Emgrand Group’s project.


This was a perfect chance to help his wife gain some face!


As soon as they arrived at the villa, Xiao Churan’s cousin, Xiao Hailong, sneered at Ye Chen, “Wow, Ye Chen, your shamelessness knows no bounds. How dare you show up in front of Grandma?”


Xiao Churan retorted coldly, “Stop talking nonsense! Grandma said everyone in the Xiao family must attend. Ye Chen is my husband and part of the Xiao family!”


Xiao Hailong burst out laughing. “Him? A part of the Xiao family? He’s nothing but a useless live-in son-in-law!”


Ye Chen calmly patted Xiao Churan’s hand and said, “Forget it, honey. Don’t waste your energy arguing with him. Let’s go in quickly so we don’t keep Grandma waiting.”


Xiao Churan nodded, ignored Xiao Hailong’s smug face, and walked inside with Ye Chen.


Seeing this, Xiao Hailong’s expression turned icy. He was determined to make them regret this later.


Inside the meeting hall, Ye Chen and Xiao Churan found a corner and sat down.


Soon, Grandma Xiao arrived, and the family meeting officially began.


Sitting at the head of the table, Grandma Xiao knocked on the table and said energetically, “The Xiao family has been waiting for an opportunity like this—a chance to step into Jinling’s upper class! And now, this opportunity is finally here!”


She continued passionately, “The Emgrand Group has announced a 2-billion-yuan project. Whoever can secure a contract from it will benefit immensely!”


“This is the first major project since the Emgrand Group’s change of ownership. For the Xiao family, it’s a golden opportunity!”


“If we can collaborate with the Emgrand Group and leave a good impression on their new owner, the Xiao family’s future will be limitless!”


Although Grandma Xiao was full of enthusiasm, the family members below remained silent.


In truth, the Xiao family had been trying to collaborate with the Emgrand Group for years, but they had never received a response. Now, hoping to grab a share of the new owner’s project seemed like a pipe dream.


Seeing the silence, Grandma Xiao became furious and demanded, “What’s the matter? Are you all mute? Don’t any of you have the confidence to secure even a small piece of this 2-billion-yuan project?”


Everyone looked at each other but didn’t dare to speak.


Her anger flared, and she declared, “Let me make this clear: Whoever secures a contract worth at least 30 million yuan from the Emgrand Group will become the new director of the Xiao Group!”


Her words stunned everyone in the room.


Grandma Xiao had always been authoritative and never established a director position in the company. After all, the director held significant power and was typically seen as the heir to the group.


Now, she was offering this position as a reward, clearly showing how desperate she was to gain a foothold in the Emgrand Group’s project.


However, while the director role was enticing, it wasn’t easy to achieve.


To the Xiao family, securing a 30-million-yuan contract from the Emgrand Group seemed impossible. Even if Grandma Xiao personally approached them, the executives of the Emgrand Group likely wouldn’t even meet with her, let alone discuss business.


The meeting hall fell into a dead silence.


Grandma Xiao grew even angrier and questioned loudly, “You’re all descendants of the Xiao family, yet none of you are willing to step up for the family?”


She turned her gaze directly to Xiao Hailong and said, “Hailong, I’m giving this task to you!”


Xiao Hailong forced a smile and quickly said, “Grandma, even the Wang family was kicked out by the Emgrand Group. We’re not even on their level. How could we possibly secure a contract from them?”


Grandma Xiao scolded him harshly, “Useless! You’re even more worthless than that live-in son-in-law Ye Chen!”


Deep down, Grandma Xiao also doubted their chances, but she refused to remain the head of a second- or third-tier family forever. She dreamed of elevating the Xiao family to greater heights.


This project from the Emgrand Group was her best chance since the project was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.


So, no matter how difficult it seemed, Grandma Xiao was unwilling to give up.


She had expected Xiao Hailong, as the eldest grandson, to step up and take on the task without hesitation. To her disappointment, he was now backing down!


Xiao Hailong felt conflicted. Who would want to take on such an impossible task? He feared he wouldn’t even make it past the Emgrand Group’s doors before being thrown out.


Not only would he fail, but he’d also become a laughingstock. That’s why he was determined not to agree, no matter what.


After scolding Xiao Hailong, Grandma Xiao shouted, “What about the rest of you? Are none of you brave enough to take on this task?”


At that moment, Ye Chen gently nudged Xiao Churan with his elbow and whispered, “Honey, you should take this task.”


Xiao Churan quickly replied, “Are you crazy? The Emgrand Group would never collaborate with a small company like the Xiao family!”


Ye Chen smiled confidently and said, “Trust me, you’ll definitely secure the deal!”


Xiao Churan was stunned and asked, “Really?”


Ye Chen nodded firmly and said, “Of course! I’m confident you can do it. If you seize this opportunity, your status in the Xiao family will soar!”


For some reason, Xiao Churan found herself believing Ye Chen’s words at that moment, despite her doubts.


She subconsciously stood up and said to Grandma Xiao, “Grandma, I’m willing to give it a try…”