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Tong Le had also contemplated this harsh reality, but she had no way out. If she didn't take risks, she would never reclaim what she desired. The twenty million in cash, along with the house, the car, and Tongshan Real Estate Company, were all legacies left to her by her parents. Ke Jie employed various tactics to transform pre-marital assets into post-marital ones, aiming to gradually convert the Tong family's cash reserves into alimony and gifts for Zhang Huizhi under different pretenses. To evade legal scrutiny, Ke Jie even laundered large sums of cash through a new company owned by Zhang Huizhi, ultimately turning it into her private property.
By the time Tong Le unraveled this series of conspiracies, it was already too late. She could no longer afford to wait for the right moment; she had to act quickly. She had considered the troubles that lay ahead, but retreat was not an option.
Tong Le fell silent for a moment before raising her head, showing no signs of fear. She thought about the worst possible outcome—mutual destruction—and prepared herself for that scenario. Thus, she felt that someone like her would only be a burden and a trouble if she were with Zong Zeyu.
Cui Zhi remarked that this was precisely why she needed a strong background and support. She knew Zeyu was willing to sacrifice for her. Initially, Cui Zhi had disagreed with the idea, but as a mother, she wished for her children’s happiness.
Cui Zhi's expression grew serious as she added that if Tong Le married Zeyu, Ke Jie would find it difficult to harm her again.
The entire day's experiences and conversations made Tong Le feel as though she were dreaming. First at the dining table when Cui Zhi tried to match Dao Wen with Zong Jin, and now at this very moment when Cui Zhi suggested she marry Zong Zeyu.
Tong Le attempted to put herself in Cui Zhi's shoes. Would she agree to let her two sons marry women of Dao Wen's status? She hesitated, realizing how much determination and courage Cui Zhi must have summoned.
Faced with such recognition and protection from Cui Zhi, Tong Le wondered how hard she would have to work to be worthy of it.
Cui Zhi recalled something important that Tong Le might not know: the property that her father had entrusted to Zeyu was originally a gift from the Zong Family to the Tong Family as part of a marriage alliance. It was also a token of gratitude from the Zong Family for the Tong Family's generosity during a critical time. Though it bore the guise of a betrothal gift, it was essentially a repayment of kindness.
Tong Le was taken aback. A marriage alliance? When did this happen? How come I’ve never heard of it before?
Cui Zhi smiled lightly and said that by the time her father wanted to tell her about it, she was already involved with Ke Jie, which had caused their son Zeyu years of unrequited love. The marriage alliance between the Zong Family and the Tong Family was dismissed by everyone except for Zong Zeyu; he had cherished his feelings for so many years while Tong Le had turned around and married someone unworthy.
Tong Le felt both astonished and relieved; only now did she realize there was such a history behind it.
Cui Zhi advised her to think carefully. While her current task was to reclaim the Tong Family assets, she also needed to plan for her future. Fighting against evil cannot be done recklessly; if she wanted to win this battle, she needed strategy and tactics. Striking at the vital point was essential when dealing with Ke Jie.
Cui Zhi stood up and said it was getting late; she should rest early and take another day to relax before organizing her thoughts and adjusting her mindset.
Tong Le followed suit and thanked her aunt.
After Cui Zhi left, Tong Le sat in her seat and finished the juice in her cup. At that moment, Dao Wen sat down across from her and placed a business card on the table with a conflicted expression. "My aunt just talked to me," he said. "She mentioned that my little bar won't amount to much; I won't make any significant money there either. The bar's atmosphere is chaotic and can easily lead people astray. She said if I'm willing, they can buy it at a high price and support my entrepreneurial endeavors."
Tong Le looked at the business card—it belonged to a well-known investment company—and guessed it might have ties to the Zong family.
Dao Wen took a deep breath and sighed, "I was just thinking about what I'm holding on for anyway? I don't believe in men or love; I might as well believe in money instead. If someone is willing to pay for me, then why not accept?"
Tong Le smiled and replied, "You say that now, but deep down you definitely don't feel that way."
Tong Le pretended to adopt an enigmatic demeanor as she speculated: "Let me guess! Our dear Dao Wen has come here with ulterior motives regarding what you just said."
Suddenly inspired, she exclaimed, "I’ve got it! It’s because our dear Dao Wen doesn’t want to continue running that bar anymore! You want to climb higher and do something that truly reflects your value because you’ve seen the gap between you and Zong Jin."
Dao Wen glanced at Tong Le, snorting with a smile, as if to say, "Stop pretending like you know me."
Tong Le pushed a business card across the table towards Dao Wen and said earnestly, "Think it over carefully. This is a rare opportunity in life, a valuable connection. No matter how things develop between you and Zong Jin, if someone is willing to extend an olive branch to you, you should seize it. Even if their initial intention is to get you to marry Zong Jin, matters of the heart cannot be forced. You can achieve success and build a remarkable career. In the end, with both career and wealth in your hands, you can still repay Cui Zhi and Zong Jin."
Dao Wen looked directly at Tong Le and replied, "These words apply to you as well, sister. Seize the opportunities and connections in life; some chances will never come back once missed."
The next day.
In Lan Qingqing's apartment.
Zhang Huizhi woke up and opened her eyes, instantly filled with rage. She had been awakened by a foul odor wafting through the room!
She thought Lan Qingqing must have been eating stinky tofu early in the morning. However, when she got up and walked into the living room, she found no sign of Lan Qingqing.
Instead, in the small bedroom, He Shui Xian was making a fuss without end.
It was He Shui Xian who had soiled her pants, which was why the house smelled so terrible!
Zhang Huizhi covered her nose and walked to He Shui Xian's door, shouting angrily, "Are you an animal? You couldn't hold it in until morning? It's disgusting!"
Zhang Huizhi turned around and left the house, planning to go downstairs to Mo Kai Liang's place to drag him upstairs to deal with the mess.
She knocked on the door with force, but when it opened, it was Lan Qingqing who stood there.
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