Chapter 397


    Nan Xing had always been a sprightly man. But, he seemed to be dejected after the fight he had with


    Nan Chen.


    Truth be told, Nan Chen had always been strict with his brother. He set high standards for him because


    he had high hopes for him.


    Although the bar was higher than the ones for the management level’s employees, Nan Xing knew it


    was for his sake.


    Hence, he had never once med Nan Chen. However, he couldn’t take it because Nan Chen thought


    he should be med for the mess that had urred in Vietnam.


    Nan Xing wasn’t a fool either. He knew he had been used as aparison to Nan Chen all along.


    Although they resembled one another in terms of look, Nan Xing was aware that he wasn’t a match for


    Nan Chen in any aspect.


    Nevertheless, Nan Xing was never jealous of his brother, despite being inferior to him.


    He didn’t mind being the inferior one amongst his siblings. In fact, he had always been proud of his


    brother for his exceptional achievements in everything he did.


    Even though he had never enjoyed dealing with the tasks that had been assigned, he tried his best to


    execute them so he could be of aid to Nan Chen.


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    He was dejected because Nan Chen suspected him since the project fell apart. His brother had implied


    he was the one behind the downfall because he seemed to have an ulterior goal.


    He was very hurt.


    Ning Ran did an outstanding job, ying the role of a listener as she sat by Nan Xing’s side silently,


    while the man told her everything he had been keeping to himself.


    She couldn’t fathom themercial aspects of the project Nan Xing had brought up in front of her due


    to itsplex nature, yet she thought something seemed to be odd about the entire incident.


    As soon as Nan Xing finished his orated speech, he turned around and stared at Ning Ran with a


    pitiable front. “What should I do to earn Chen’s trust again?”


    Ning Ran nodded and stated, “Thanks for this information with me. It means a lot to me because it


    shows that you think that I’m a trustworthy friend of yours.”


    “Huh? What are you talking about? You’re not a friend of mine because you’re a freaking family


    member of mine, okay?” Nan Xing corrected Ning Ran.


    “Alright. If that’s the case, I’m going to tell you my point of view. Actually, I think something’s wrong.”


    “What’s wrong then?”


    “Did you have the fight with your brother in his office?”


    “Yes.”


    “Was there anybody around back then? Did they hear the content of the fight?”


    “I think so? The door of Chen’s office wasn’t shut tight. By the time I made my way out of his office, I


    caught a glimpse of a few people checking on me. Therefore, I think there were a few who were aware


    of the fight.”


    “There you go! Think about it. Your brother is such a smart guy. If you’re the one who has messed up


    the entire project, you’ll put the entire family to shame. Do you think he’s going to expose your fault in


    front of others? Judging by his overprotective personality, I’m sure he’s going to keep everyone else in


    the dark and talk to you in private. Why would he summon you to his office and teach you a lesson in


    front of others? Do you really think that’s how Nan Chen work” Ning Ran asked in return.


    Upon hearing Ning Ran’s words, he eximed, “You’re right!”


    “I’m pretty sure the fight has been intended because it’s a show for others,” Ning Ran assured Nan


    Xing.


    Nan Xing managed to figure out the meaning behind Ning Ran’s words immediately.


    “Does that mean he’s trying to put on an act to deceive others?”


    “Exactly!”


    “Why would he go to great lengths to put on a show in front of others? What exactly is he up to?”


    “I have no idea because it’s an internal affair in your family. Since I’m merely an outsider, I can’t figure


    out his actual intention either.”


    “In other words, Chen isn’t suspecting me at all?”


    “I think so. You’re the one he trusted the most; he will never fight with you over a mere project. This


    doesn’t seem like something he would do.”


    “If that’s the case, I need to figure out the rationale behind his action!”


    “No! I don’t think that’s very wise of you because I’m certain he’s going to keep you in the dark for the


    time being.”


    Halfway through their conversation, Nan Xing received a call.


    The moment he hung up the call, he asked, “Mr. Wang, a member of the board of directors, asked me


    to join him for a cup of tea. Do you want to tag along with me?”


    “Have you lost your mind? Why would I want to tag along when I’m merely an outsider?” Ning Ran


    dissed.


    “He’s trying to figure out the reason behind the fight that had urred in the morning. What should I tell


    him?”


    “If he’s trying to poke his nose into this particr incident, you have to behave as though you’re


    infuriated for real! Since your brother wants others to know that both of you are fighting, you have to


    y along with him and deceive them,” Ning Ran exined.


    Nan Xing showed Ning Ran a thumbs up andplimented, “You’re so smart! No wonder you’re my


    sister-inw!”


    “Has something gotten into you?” Ning Ran reprimanded Nan Xing.


    Wang Shoucai was a member of Nanshi Corporation’s board of directors.


    He had a rtively chubby built and had always shown up in front of others with a bright smile.


    Usually, he would hold a pair of steel balls in his hands.


    Wang Shoucai had always been considered a friendly man amongst the board of directors. He would


    always greet others with a bright grin politely, despite the difference between their position within the


    corporation.


    ying the role of a middleman, Wang Shoucai would y the role of a moderator whenever he was


    part of an important conference.


    In short, he was popr amongst others.


    Finally, Nan Xing reached the designated location. As soon as he entered the private suite, he detected


    an aromatic fragrance of tea.


    Since he was a young man, he had never taken a liking to tea because his favorite beverage was


    alcoholic drinks.


    He had always deemed drinking tea as an old man’s favorite pastime. Thus, he didn’t bother to figure


    out the philosophy associated with tea drinking.


    “Hello, 4th Young Master!” Once Wang Shoucai spotted Nan Xing, he got up from his seat and greeted


    him enthusiastically.


    Upon hearing Ning Ran’s words, he eximed, “You’re right!”


    “Hello, Mr. Wang. Please address me as Nan Xing instead.”


    “Please have a seat! What sort of tea do you like?”


    “I have never been a fan of tea because I’m used to drinking alcoholic beverages. Please suit yourself,


    Mr. Wang.”


    Wang Shoucai chuckled, “Oh! You’re right! Do you want to head over to another ce for a few


    drinks?”


    “That won’t be necessary, Mr. Wang. Please enjoy yourself and pay no heed to me. I don’t think I


    should be drinking when it’s not even evening yet. Besides, I don’t think I will be here for long.”


    “Sure. Let’s talk over a cup of tea. This cup of tea is not half bad. Why don’t you give it a try? If it’s not


    to your liking, I’ll get someone else to get us another pot.”


    Although Nan Xing had never enjoyed drinking tea, he was, after all, the heir of a wealthy family.


    Thus, he could tell the quality of the tea.


    He took a sip and noticed the cup of tea was indeed a premium one.


    “It’s not half bad, but what brings you to me, Mr. Wang? I’m sure you didn’t reach out to me just for a


    cup of tea, right?” Nan Xing didn’t bother to beat around the bush.


    “I heard some rumors. Therefore, I’d like to rify a few things with you,” Wang Shoucai stated his


    objective.


    “What is it about, Mr. Wang?”


    “I heard that something’s wrong with the project in Vietnam. Lately, someone got in touch with Mr. Chen


    and told him you were the reason the project had fallen apart. It seems as though they were trying to


    drive a wedge between you and Mr. Chen.”


    “I’m surprised, Mr. Wang. How did you manage to get your hands on the news so soon? You have quite


    an impressive connection, huh?” Nan Xing raised his eyebrows and expressed his surprise.


    “Naturally, I have my own informants scattered throughout the corporation since I’m a member of the


    board of directors. You’re not going to me me, right?”


    Nan Xing nodded in return. “It’s an elephant in the room; everyone is aware every member of the board


    of directors has their own informants.”


    “Therefore, it isn’t odd for me to get my hands on this particr news, right?”


    “Actually, it’s not a rumor because we had a fight. I can’t believe Chen is suspecting me! Speaking of


    which, I can’t wait to figure out the person who’s trying to drive a wedge between us. Do you have any


    idea, Mr. Wang?” Nan Xing wondered.


    “Please forgive me, but I don’t have any intel regarding the identity of the mastermind. However, I have


    the perfect solution to get you out of this nasty situation.” Wang Shoucai offered.


    “Oh? Really? That’s such wonderful news! Why don’t you tell me about it? What should I do to get


    myself out of this nasty situation?”


    “He started suspecting you because the construction of the project had been brought to a halt, right? If


    you’re able to turn the tables, I’m sure he won’t doubt you anymore! If you’re able to get everything


    sorted out on your own, I’m sure Mr. Chen will stop suspecting you!”


    “That sounds like a brilliant idea! What exactly should I do?”