Officialdom: The beautiful leader took me to the top

Li Ying's tone became even more forceful, "Since those people were able to find out that Miss Li lives here, they can come and block the door every day, and they can even cause trouble at Li Dong's workplace!"

"If Li Dong's superiors knew that he had a relative who was in debt and couldn't pay it back, and that it was even affecting his work and reputation in the police force, do you think Li Dong's future prospects would still be smooth sailing?"

"I'm bluffing? I think you're the one bluffing here, aren't you?"

"This is the importance of one's family of origin, and it's also why Xiaoci's mother didn't want her to be with Li Dong."

“Xiao Song’s family of origin can provide her with a lot of support and give Niannian a better life.”

"And your Li family, your original family, will only hold Li Dong back, and will only make Niannian live in misery, never seeing any hope in her life!"

"Of course, it's not entirely your fault."

"However, it is wrong of you not to admit your mistakes and not to back down from them!"

"You think... I don't know what your Li family is up to?"

Mr. Li stopped his sister, "Miss Li, then tell me, what are we Li family planning?"

Li Ying, displaying her sharp wit, added fuel to the fire once again, asking, "What other schemes could she possibly have up her sleeve?"

"You want to make the best of a bad situation, try to cover it up, pretend you're not aware of the truth, and force Xiao Ci's family to accept this marriage!"

“You know Xiao Ci’s temperament. Since she has set her sights on Li Dong, she won’t easily bring up divorce.”

“As long as your Li family doesn’t give in, there’s nothing we can do.”

"At that time, Li Dong could have all the resources without doing anything."

"Xiao Ci's vast network of connections and economic power will eventually belong to your Li family."

"And your Li family doesn't have to do anything, or even contribute anything, yet you can reap the benefits without any effort!"

As Li Ying uttered these forceful words, Li's father's face gradually turned ashen, and even his body trembled slightly.

However, at this moment everyone's attention was on Li Ying, and no one noticed the subtle changes in Li's father.

Li Ying continued to intensify her offensive, "5000 million? 5000 million certainly won't sway you!"

"What you want is all of Xiao Ci's wealth!"

Li Zhihua shouted angrily, "You surnamed Li, don't go too far!"

"Money is indeed a good thing, but it's not everything. Don't put on this arrogant attitude in the Li family!"

"The money you're talking about, our Li family really doesn't care about!"

Now that the pretense of saving face had been broken, Li Ying could only be more assertive, "You don't like it? Then how many 5000 million can you come up with?"

Li Zhihua clenched his fists, his eyes almost spitting fire, "How do you know I can't produce it?"

Li Ying curled her lip, "Miss Li, don't talk so arrogantly here."

"Honestly, I've seen plenty of troublemakers like you."

"Trying to solidify Li Dong and Xiao Ci's marriage through underhanded means—what's the difference between that and theft?"

"You keep praising the Li family for their integrity. If they really are so principled, then return Xiao Ci to her mother!"

"Furthermore, the fact that Xiao Ci's mother is willing to offer 5000 million yuan to resolve this matter already demonstrates her sincerity and sets a bottom line."

"It's not that we can't afford more money, it's that your Li family doesn't deserve it!"

"Know when to quit while you're ahead; you'll still get a sum of money in the end."

"But if you dare to be so greedy, be careful that you'll end up with nothing!"

Li Zhihua could no longer contain his anger and took a step forward. "Hey, you surnamed Li, our Li family is currently broke."

"But we don't steal or rob, and we absolutely won't take anything that's not rightfully ours. We're much cleaner than some people who elevate themselves by belittling others!"

"As for whether I can come up with 5000 million, you have no right to know."

"But I can tell you that when I started my business abroad, I was not unfamiliar with big scenes. It's just that I'm not like you, who treats money as a passport to becoming a superior person!"

"I advise you to be forgiving when you can."

"In addition, I would also like to tell you a principle: there are always people more capable than you, and there is always something beyond your understanding."

"Don't be narrow-minded and complacent!"

There are many rich people in this world, and many richer than you!

"How do you know that the confidence you're displaying today isn't a joke in front of others?"

"Leave a thin line in your behavior so that we can meet again in the future."

"What will you do if you ever need our Li family's help in the future?"

Li Ying laughed heartily, her eyes filled with undisguised contempt. "Beg? Beg your Li family?"

"Li Zhihua, do you think there's anything I can't do that requires your Li family's intervention?"

"Stop trying to glorify yourself. What do you mean by starting a business abroad? At best, you just borrowed a huge amount of money from overseas at exorbitant interest rates and started setting up a street stall."

"If someone like you could easily start a business abroad, then the world would be overflowing with gold!"

"All talk and no action, little skill but a big mouth!"

"Fifty million? If you could come up with fifty million, would you be hiding here like a coward?"

"As for asking you for help? Don't worry, I will never need to ask your Li family for anything in my life!"

Li Zhihua nodded, "You, surnamed Li, you'd better remember what you said today!"

Li Ying retorted, "What, trying to threaten me?"

"Don't do this to me!"

"I started talking to you calmly and peacefully because of Xiaoci and Niannian."

"Now it seems that I wasted my time."

"Since you don't appreciate my courtesy, then I don't need to be polite anymore."

"I can even tell you that Xiao Ci's mother has already found a good husband for Xiao Ci."

"This man, in terms of status, position, ability, and knowledge, is far superior to Li Dong."

"In front of this man, Li Dong is like a firefly, not even worthy of competing with the bright moon!"

"That man has already promised Xiaoci's mother that he will take Xiaoci and the child away and will take good care of them."

"Xiao Ci's mother has already agreed to this, and Xiao Ci knows it too."

"It's just that Xiao Ci is sentimental and doesn't know how to confront Li Dong."

"But if your Li family doesn't appreciate my generosity today, and you really face trouble in the future, then don't you dare kneel at my feet and beg for mercy!"

Li's mother's face turned pale instantly, and her voice trembled, "You...what did you say? Another man?"

Mr. Li's breathing suddenly became rapid, and the dull pain in his chest surged up again.

He gripped the sofa armrest, his knuckles turning white from the force, but he still managed to speak, "Ms. Li... please leave. The Li family does not welcome you!"

Li Ying stood up. "What? You don't believe me?"