Chapter 1702: Chapter 1702
This is terrifying. The Li family doesn’t even need to intervene; other families, in their eagerness to ally with the Li family, automatically take action against those who haven’t visited the Li family, weren’t invited, or have offended the Li family and harbor grudges.
Perhaps there is no real hatred or resentment between them, but for this goal, they will ruthlessly target those families. These attacking families won’t overthink it; they could confront them directly or attack them from behind. The most important thing is forming an alliance with the Li family.
As for those targeted families, they swallow their pride painfully.
Therefore, once the Li family lets out this news, there isn’t a family across the province that doesn’t wish to be invited by the Li family. Even the now struggling Song Family hopes to be invited by the Li family. Speak of revenge now? It’s already impossible. When Song Zude chose to withdraw at a crucial moment, this outcome was determined.
The two were on the same wavelength. Once Xu Yingying mentioned it, Li Yifei immediately thought of these things, even anticipating the reactions of various families. This represents the province’s future trajectory for many years.
Of course, it’s not that the Li family will dominate the entire province; that’s impossible. Even with the Ye family, which has family ties with the Li family, not all will listen to the Li family. The reason a family is a family is because they have strong independence, centered around their family or group. If they follow the orders of another family completely, there would be no reason for their existence; they’ve already lost themselves.
A family cannot fully obey another family; it’s ridiculous. The Ye family wouldn’t do so, and naturally, other families won’t either. However, there will always be those bootlicker-type families that choose to completely submit to the Li family.
Exactly how many will choose to be bootlickers, and conversely, how many families will keep their dignity by not attending? The Li family isn’t doing charity; otherwise, they wouldn’t be in conflict with those few families right now. If there’s an invitation that some refuse, there’s nothing more to say—everyone’s fate is in their own hands.
Lying in bed, the two only asked a few questions to settle the matter. ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ novel•fire.net
The first question was whether to hold it at the Li family or in the provincial capital. Hosting it in Mile City has its advantages, while in the provincial capital, it also reflects the Li family’s stance. This needs further study. The second question was whether to invite politicians. Xu Yingying shook her head, saying not to invite them, as inviting politicians would complicate matters further.
Li Yifei mainly asked two questions; there were other questions, but they were already understood. This matter was already researched by a group of women before Li Yifei returned; they were just waiting for the family head, Li Yifei, to finalize it.
Xu Yingying changed to a more comfortable position, snuggled up, and said, "This is the decision after our sisters’ research. Moreover, a few obscure attempts were made by clan chiefs, like Yunzhu’s granddad, directly suggesting that we take the lead to organize a gathering. The heads of various families could get together to talk, and it doesn’t even need to be about anything specific; just by coming, they show their stance. If the Li family engages a family clan chief during the event, making it seem intimate, many will notice, and naturally, they’d know what to do!"
Li Yifei grinned. Compared to this matter, he was more concerned with how Xu Yingying’s skin was so good, smooth and tender to touch, soft and resilient to kiss... Oh well, can’t think about it anymore. Pulling back his focus, Li Yifei said to Xu Yingying, "Then it’s settled. The Li family isn’t domineering; there’s so much money, it can’t be earned entirely, and even if earned, it can’t be spent all. Everyone earns together; it’s better when all are wealthy!"
Xu Yingying squinted her eyes and smiled. Then she heard Li Yifei change the topic, asking, "By the way, do you remember the few traitors I dealt with? How’s the situation now? Is this phenomenon still frequent?"
Li Yifei asked if it’s still frequent, not if it exists, indicating he understands one principle: such matters can’t be completely prohibited, as they will always be there regardless.
He’s referring to those like the family friends of the Li family, using their unique status to bully during enterprise management. More severe cases are like Li Xinyue’s stepmother, who directly disregards the Li family’s business.
Speaking of this, Xu Yingying widened her eyes, her expression showing a hint of displeasure. She snorted and said, "It’s not a matter of how many, but more about some people having poor memory, as they often forget."
"Oh, it seems this matter can’t be rushed; it needs time. Too intense isn’t good, too gentle isn’t good either." Li Yifei grimaced slightly, also feeling troubled. Such serious matters must be handled by him, yet it’s unacceptable to handle one and not another. It’s impossible to have everything perfectly balanced, but at least it should be approximately fair.
Xu Yingying sighed, cupping Li Yifei’s face, saying, "You’ve worked hard during this period, busy for the family, inside and out."
"What’s hard about that? Just took a few trips outside. You all are truly working hard, dealing with business battles and raising children, busy with all sorts of things." Li Yifei shook his head, saying, "Wife, having you all is truly my luck. I’ve no idea how many good deeds I did in previous lives to earn the fortune of this life."
Xu Yingying’s eyes welled up. Li Yifei spoke casually, but each trip was life-threatening. Not to mention this time searching for Bai Shan, last time he went to Dubai for the country and the Li family. If it were anyone else, they’d likely die without a chance of survival. Only Li Yifei could return safely.
"Alright, let’s not get sentimental. We’re all working hard for this family, for the future. My dear wife has been so exhausted these days, you’ve lost weight. That’s not good. Starting tomorrow, you must eat an extra half bowl of rice at meals and snack on fruits for replenishment!" As Li Yifei spoke, he opened his arms, embracing Xu Yingying. At this moment, his mind lacked any inappropriate thoughts, so there was no concern that he’d react.
Nestled in Li Yifei’s arms, Xu Yingying felt extremely secure. She nodded vigorously, wrapping one arm around Li Yifei’s waist while the other climbed onto his shoulder.
As night deepened, the two chatted for a while. Xu Yingying’s responses became less frequent until finally, there were none, replaced by the gentle sound of breathing.
Li Yifei used his arm as her pillow, lay on his side cuddling Xu Yingying, the two bodies intertwined. Li Yifei slowly drifted off to sleep.
Until daybreak, a large and a small figure quietly pushed open the door, the larger one turned to the smaller one, raised an index finger in front of their lips, motioning for silence, then tiptoed forward. Upon seeing the two sleeping on the bed, both faces displayed a look of delight.