Return to before death

Yan Ran carefully observed his expression, and only stepped out of the elevator after confirming that he wasn't angry, giving Sheng Xuan a vicious glare as she did so.

If he hadn't come over and started touching her inappropriately, she wouldn't have spilled the soup. After all, she had specially called it from far away for Sheng Xuanling, and it was still warm.

Now look what happened, they didn't get a single sip; the Earth God drank it all.

Sheng Xuan smirked and stepped out of the elevator, his eyes growing increasingly dark as he watched the backs of the two people in front of him.

The short distance felt like an eternity; the oppressive atmosphere made Yan Ran almost unable to breathe.

With Sheng Xuanling exuding a cold aura in front and Sheng Xuanhao radiating a sinister presence behind, she was caught in the middle, unable to advance or retreat.

Fortunately, she finally arrived at the office and stood quietly to the side, keeping her eyes down.

Sheng Xuanling merely glanced at her indifferently, then sat down in her chair, shifting her gaze to Sheng Xuankao, who had a nonchalant expression.

"You bought a piece of land for an exorbitant price?" He didn't care whether there were other people present and went straight to the point, questioning Sheng Xuankang.

"Yes." Without the slightest hesitation, the word "yes" came out of Sheng Xuan's mouth as soon as he asked the question.

Before Song Lin left, he had already compiled the data. The land that Sheng Xuan bought this time cost about 30 million. He also specifically checked the land. Not only was it not located in a prosperous area, but it was also barren and looked completely useless!

"Why?" He wanted to see what kind of reasonable reason Sheng Xuan could give.

Sheng Xuankang didn't rush to answer. Instead, he pulled out the chair opposite Sheng Xuanling, sat down, and crossed his legs.

Time passed slowly, and the two remained frozen in place, neither of them rushing to speak.

It wasn't until Yan Ran yawned that Sheng Xuankang spoke up, saying, "There's no reason, it's just a personal preference, just like you."

He added meaningfully at the end, saying that everyone knows Sheng Xuanling once spent 30 million yuan just to win a woman's smile, and now the price he paid for the land was exactly the same as what Sheng Xuanling had paid back then.

The meaning is self-evident.

“But unfortunately, Shengshi Haoting is mine, not yours.” Sheng Xuanling’s gaze fell on Yan Ran. The scene of her suddenly appearing in front of him was still vivid in his mind. If it weren’t for her, Shengshi Haoting would most likely be in Sheng Xuan’s hands now. But life is full of surprises.

"So, I'm using my own, while you're using mine. Even between brothers, accounts should be settled clearly. When do you plan to pay off this debt?"

Sheng Xuankao was slightly stunned; clearly, he hadn't expected Sheng Xuanling to say such a thing.

Even close brothers have to keep their accounts clear.

"The Grand Mansion is the common property of the Sheng family, not yours alone." Sheng Xuan said this with great understanding, just like a righteous person from ancient times.

On the contrary, Sheng Xuanling is an utterly wicked person.

“It’s mine now.” Sheng Xuanling retorted with a raised lip. Since Old Man Sheng handed Shengshi Haoting over to him back then, it meant that Shengshi Haoting was under his management, which meant that it became his possession at that moment.

Sparks flew everywhere, and a faint smell of burning could be detected in the air.

Yan Ran's gaze wandered aimlessly. This was definitely not what she wanted to hear. She thought it was just a small matter because Sheng Xuanling hadn't kicked her out. Who knew it directly concerned the ownership of Shengshi Haoting?

She looked at the two people who were locked in a fierce confrontation, and neither of them noticed her presence as an outsider.

Aren't they afraid that she'll spill everything she's heard, giving Shengshi Haoting's competitors a chance to exploit it and severely suppress her?

"I can't afford to pay for it." Sheng Xuankao said this calmly, as if he had expected Sheng Xuanling to settle accounts with him.

His confident demeanor clearly indicated that he had come prepared.

"Oh?" Sheng Xuanling raised an eyebrow, showing no surprise whatsoever. "In that case, shouldn't you relinquish your position as vice president? Selling it would earn you thirty million, which would offset this debt. What do you think?"

If there's anything in this family that he finds a thorn in his side, then Sheng Xuan's reward is definitely the first choice. As for Sheng Liuli, although she has some ability, he doesn't care that much about her as a woman.

Sheng Xuankao's expression froze; clearly, he hadn't expected Sheng Xuanling to pull this stunt on him.

It's obvious they want to sideline him!

Although the two have been at odds for years and have had many competitions, all in an effort to drive the other out of the Grand Mansion, they have always used underhanded methods. This is the first time they have done it openly like today.

"Not good at all. I think if my position as the vice president of Shengshi Haoting were sold elsewhere, it would definitely cost more than 30 million. Using it here is just making a mountain out of a molehill." Sheng Xuan was telling the truth. Shengshi Haoting is a leader in the business world, and countless people are eyeing this vice president position. Even 50 million would be considered a low price.

Sheng Xuanling narrowed his eyes slightly. He hadn't expected to bring Sheng Xuanhuang down so easily. If it were that easy, he wouldn't have needed to scheme and plot for so many years.

"So how do you plan to repay it?" The casual words came out of his mouth, and his aura gradually weakened, but it was still not to be underestimated, at least not enough to make people feel suffocated.

"Pay it back slowly, or how about my brother pays it for me?" Sheng Xuan also seemed nonchalant.

In the end, they returned to the same topic, their expressions as if no major battle had ever taken place.

As expected, the mindset of a businessman is beyond the reach of ordinary people, especially those in high positions. Yan Ran secretly marveled at this.

She doesn't know how many years it would take her to achieve such composure.

Indeed, having been exposed to such things since childhood, living in such an environment, it's clear that a simple-minded person wouldn't survive to the end.

"If you don't have the means to squander money, don't do it recklessly. Don't expect someone else to clean up your mess." Sheng Xuanling instantly transformed into an older brother, earnestly admonishing his younger brother.

But Sheng Xuanhao understood perfectly well that Sheng Xuanling was subtly mocking his incompetence.

He clenched his fists, ready to compete with Sheng Xuanling. He had already lost the moment Old Man Sheng handed Shengshi Haoting over to Sheng Xuanling, but he refused to admit it.

Why should the eldest son inherit the family business while he can't? His abilities are clearly no less than Sheng Xuanling's, so why does the world only see Sheng Xuanling?

He was not reconciled.