The Counterattack of a Wealthy Family's Substitute

Xi Yuanchen walked into the reception room with a barely perceptible smile on his face and said, "President Xu, what a rare guest."

Xu Hengyuan's main purpose in coming today was to address the issue of the project being dropped. He knew very well that Xi Yuanchen was there to avenge Yao Yingxi for what happened at the Xu family last time, and also to put on airs for him.

"Mr. Xi, you're too kind." Xu Hengyuan smiled and spoke politely: "GP is the company with the best system in the industry. I've wanted to come and learn from them for a long time."

Xi Yuanchen curled the corners of his lips slightly as his secretary brought in several cups of coffee.

"President Xu, please have a seat." Xi Yuanchen sat down in the main seat, picked up his coffee and took a sip: "Everyone's time is precious, so let's not waste it. President Xu, please speak freely about what you need me for."

Xi Yuanchen's words were very straightforward, showing absolutely no mercy.

He had the right to say that. Even though Xu Hengyuan's face changed with anger, he still had to suppress his anger and soften his expression, saying, "President Xi, I know you're busy, so I'll just say it."

"Regarding the A area project, if there's anything wrong with Hengyuan, please tell us, and we can discuss it. But... Mr. Xu, removing me so directly really... makes people think you're settling a personal score."

As Xu Hengyuan spoke the last few words, he glanced at Xi Yuanchen's expression.

Xi Yuanchen lowered his head and drank his coffee, seemingly not reacting to his words.

Xu Hengyuan breathed a sigh of relief, thinking that Xi Yuanchen was still somewhat wary of him and was giving him face. Feeling more confident, he continued, "President Xi, you must have been amused by what you saw on Friday."

"My whole life..." Xu Hengyuan said, giving a self-deprecating laugh, quite into the role: "Although I've made it to this position now, with no worries about food and drink and some say, who knew that the mistakes I made in my youth would make my own daughter hate me like this."

"What happened between her and her mother was my fault. I'm willing to accept whatever she wants to do to me, but... I can't stand seeing her demean herself, and I don't want her and Xiaoya to fight each other."

“President Xu.” Xi Yuanchen suddenly spoke, interrupting Xu Hengyuan who was talking about Dong Qing. He put his coffee cup on the table and looked at him: “I deeply sympathize with your family affairs, but I really don’t have time to listen to your story.”

Xu Hengyuan's face immediately darkened.

Xi Yuanchen stood up and glanced at him: "But since President Xu has personally come all this way for the project today, I will give your company another chance. Bring your proposal tomorrow, and the GP manager in charge of this project will liaise with you."

After saying that, Xi Yuanchen left.

As Xu Hengyuan walked out of the GP building, the smile on his face immediately vanished.

Secretary Li nervously opened the car door for him. After Xu Hengyuan got in, he said to the driver in a deep voice, "Go home!"

He Qinfang was originally planning to go out with the other ladies to get a beauty treatment, but just before leaving, she received a WeChat message from Xiao Li saying that Xu Hengyuan had returned and was in a bad mood.

He Qinfang stared at the WeChat message sent by Xiao Li for a while, frowned, went upstairs to change into a set of home clothes, and changed her makeup to a light and appropriate look.

After changing her clothes, He Qinfang went to the kitchen and took the soup spoon from the maid, displaying her virtuous and capable nature. Xu Hengyuan also returned.

Although Xu Hengyuan's character wasn't great, he was always very serious and diligent when it came to his work. Except when he was sick or had something that wouldn't allow him to go to the company, he was almost always on time for get off work.

Hearing the car engine, He Qinfang put down her soup spoon, put on her apron, and went out, feigning surprise: "Hengyuan, why are you back? Are you feeling unwell?"

"Quickly, go call Dr. Lin."

He Qinfang looked anxious and quickly went to help Xu Hengyuan.

She had deliberately put on makeup, and every gesture she made exuded the charm of a mature woman.

Xu Hengyuan looked at her, his anger subsided slightly, and patted He Qinfang's hand that was supporting him: "No need to call Dr. Lin, I'm fine."

He Qinfang stopped Xu Hengyuan from speaking, her worry easing somewhat, but her tone was still a little anxious: "What happened?"

Upon hearing He Qingfang's words, Xu Hengyuan's previously softened expression immediately darkened again. He snorted and shook off He Qingfang's hand: "It's still about Project A."

"I just got back from GP Company! I was given the cold shoulder by Xi Yuanchen!"

Xu Hengyuan's voice was filled with overwhelming anger: "Damn it! What a piece of trash! When I was doing really well, he was already showing off!"

"I'll definitely get my revenge for this humiliating loss!"

Xu Hengyuan is a college student who climbed up from the bottom of society through various means. Although he has been in a high position for many years, he always appears approachable and amiable in public. However, whenever he encounters any dissatisfaction, he is the arrogant and vicious middle-aged man in private.

He Qinfang had been watching Xu Hengyuan the whole time, and only spoke up after he had vented: "Hengyuan, don't be angry. It's not worth ruining your health over these rich kids who rely on their parents."

"You're back just in time. I've been simmering chicken soup all morning, would you like to try some?" He Qinfang took the chicken soup brought by the maid and handed it to Xu Hengyuan.

He Qinfang's words eased Xu Hengyuan's anger somewhat, but his expression was still very unpleasant. He said, "Take it away." He Qinfang did not insist, handed the chicken soup to the maid, gave them a wink, and then only the two of them remained in the living room.

Xu Hengyuan walked to the sofa and sat down, closing his eyes and leaning back against the sofa, his brow furrowed with wrinkles.

He Qinfang walked over and sat down next to him, raising her hand to massage his temples.

Xu Hengyuan's trip today wasn't entirely in vain; at least Xi Yuanchen promised to give their company another chance. However, he couldn't help but consider his own future.

Although he felt relieved to hear He Qinfang say that Xi Yuanchen was a rich second-generation who relied on his parents, he knew very well that Xi Yuanchen had methods and abilities. Otherwise, most people in Yuncheng wouldn't be so eager to curry favor with him, including himself.

Xu Hengyuan had investigated Xi Yuanchen, and among the things he found out was Xi Yuanchen's ruthlessness towards his business rivals. Therefore, besides trying to curry favor with Xi Yuanchen, he also feared him.

He knew that this kind of person could only be an ally, not an enemy. However, he never expected that Yao Yingxi would suddenly become involved with Xi Yuanchen and become one of Xi Yuanchen's people.

He had no choice but to take on Project A, but Yao Yingxi's appearance became a huge variable and a ticking time bomb, forcing him to make other plans.

Xu Hengyuan suddenly opened his eyes, his gaze instantly filled with a sharp light.

He Qinfang was startled by his gaze, paused for a moment, and then asked, "What's wrong?"

Xu Hengyuan looked at He Qinfang and asked, "Is the Xiang family's son still pursuing Xiaoya?"