Free Web NovelChapter 1220: Chapter 1222
The moon rises above the willow branches, no matter how happy they seem, or how much they drink, it’s time to go back when it’s time to go back.
As the hosts, Gong Ruini and the rest send the guests to their cars one by one, only turning back home once the cars drive away.
"What did you see today?" Zhao Xuran’s smile freezes upon crossing the threshold, as he closes the door and asks.
"If we don’t pay attention, we’ll end up like Wang Haidong." Gong Ruwen rubs his temples; although he can hold his liquor, he cannot withstand the number of people forcing drinks on him.
Gong Ruini acknowledges, "Today it looked like they were continuously mocking Wang Haidong, but it’s actually a warning to us."
Gong Ruwen rises abruptly, surprised at receiving the appreciation of Dai Lidong and his people, naturally getting noticed by those who develop alongside the Dai Family.
"I understand, don’t worry, if we can talk with them, we will; if not, forget it." Gong Ruwen was detached this time, observing the spectacle throughout.
"Though Wang Haidong isn’t worthy of pity, the fact that he drank till that state is nothing short of terrifying." Gong Ruwen drank a lot but couldn’t compare to Wang Haidong, who was completely drunk today.
Being drunk isn’t the scariest, young people losing control when they’re happy is quite normal, but someone drinking to that extent and going into a frenzy is truly terrifying.
"Don’t worry, they won’t mention it; if they did, it would only alert Wang Haidong."
"Perhaps they’ll utilize it at some occasion, leading to embarrassing moments for Wang Haidong." Zhao Xuran looks at Gong Ruwen with concern.
Gong Ruwen forces a smile, hoping Zhao Xuran is reassured, "Don’t worry, I’m not foolish, I’ll be cautious."
"Moreover, I have the Chu Family backing me; even if it doesn’t provide much help, the Chu Family won’t allow outsiders to bully the son-in-law’s family."
"Actually, their harshness towards Wang Haidong stems from his arrogance when he was in power, having stepped on many people." Gong Ruini hadn’t expected that after handling some matters and returning to the dinner table, she would hear some news.
These aren’t confidential matters, otherwise, they wouldn’t discuss them here.
Wang Haidong attacking people isn’t surprising, rather it feels quite ordinary.
"I’m not competing with them for anything, just give me an opportunity and that’s enough. I actually have an idea, Brother Xuran, we should discuss what to do." Gong Ruwen has no interest in currying favor with Dai Limin.
Dai Limin indeed is from the Dai Family, but he can’t freely recommend someone just because they are friendly with the Dai Family.
Instead of spending time flattering Dai Limin, how about engaging with Dai Lidong, or better yet, improve one’s business skills, manage the factory well, and worry not about the Dai Family’s intervention?
Yes, that’s the way to go, and Gong Ruini fully supports her brother’s approach, "Rather than overthinking, just implement it practically once."
"Hmm, I think so too, but later I’ll need help from Brother Xuran."
Brother Xuran, Zhao Xuran is too exhausted to comment; ever since getting engaged to Ni Zi, he hasn’t been called brother by Gong Ruwen for ages, unless there’s a favor to be asked. People, they’re just this pragmatic.
But he couldn’t refuse to help, otherwise, his wife would complain, and he’d be at a loss.
"Tomorrow then, let’s go rest, Ni Zi, shall we go?" Zhao Xuran appears slightly intoxicated, resting his shoulders on Gong Ruini’s.
Gong Ruini wasn’t prepared at all; Zhao Xuran’s sudden weight almost made her stagger.
"I’m so thirsty." Zhao Xuran complains before Gong Ruini can get angry.
Hearing Zhao Xuran say this, Gong Ruini couldn’t stay angry; today Zhao Xuran indeed shielded Gong Ruwen from many drinks, otherwise, he’d not have the energy to see guests off.
Although Gong Ruwen holds his liquor well, getting drunk the first time meeting those people leaves uncertainty on how they might critique her brother.
"Actually, Dai Limin seems okay." Zhao Xuran speaks through his drunkenness to Gong Ruini.
Dai Limin seems okay, does he? Gong Ruini chuckles, refraining from commenting; some people, especially men, are only allowed to be critiqued by Zhao Xuran; if she chimed in, jealousy would ensue.
"Even if he’s okay, his starting point is different." Gong Ruini doesn’t think much of Dai Limin, just feels he tends to judge by appearances, carrying himself a bit arrogantly.
Though he hides it well, Gong Ruini still senses it, arguably she’s being overly sensitive, but she firmly holds this belief.
"Indeed, he only relies on his family, his abilities are just average."
"Comparing him to his two brothers, he’s really lacking, yet still surpassing many others." Due to work, Zhao Xuran has met a lot of people, even ones more arrogant than Dai Limin.
"However, Wang Haidong needs to find a new pillar to rely on." Zhao Xuran previously believed having a good relationship with Dai Limin meant Wang Haidong had scheming abilities; little did he know he’d keep making blunders.
Even if someone assumed Wang Haidong became reckless after encountering them due to bad moods, it still shows he’s overly self-centered and overly self-important.
"He’s not worth worrying about; even if he grabs hold of a pillar thicker than the Dai Family’s, without the strength to hold onto it, it’s futile."
Even someone meeting Dai Limin for the first time can see Dai treats him like a follower, using him for amusement when happy, venting on him when upset.
Zhao Xuran truly doesn’t get why the Wang Family isn’t bad off, having some foundation in their area, not needing to act ostentatiously or read anyone’s cues when going out.
"Is power really that important?" Zhao Xuran doesn’t understand.
"Following Dai Limin around all day, aside from learning to ride on others’ coattails, what’s his use?" Squandering good times without improving oneself, only focusing on expanding networks.
Expanding networks is fine, but the key issue is solely focusing on networking without enhancing personal abilities, eventually getting kicked aside, especially someone who starts boasting prematurely.
Knowing that not even Dai Limin dares flaunt his family’s name outside, such kind perish quickly.
What’s his use? Gong Ruini sneers, "He can do plenty, like arrange marriages between his siblings and families of higher status than his." Gong Ruini had previously thought the Wang Family was decent.
But through occasional remarks, Gong Ruini has pieced together Wang Haidong’s family situation, knowing their status can’t compare to the fallen Wang Family in Yangcheng.
The Wang Family fantasizes merely because of Wang Haidong’s connection, "Once Wang Jindong truly marries my sister-in-law, just think how Dai Limin would perceive her."
Wang Haidong’s plans might seem sound, but he overestimates his cousin Wang Haidong and underestimates Chu Ling.
"The Chu Family won’t fancy him; you’re oversimplifying your sister-in-law." In the eyes of many in the Chu Family, Gong Ruwen, despite his hard work, is not acknowledged, seen as pursuing Chu Ling for ulterior motives.
It’s only now that the Chu Family prospers more, and Gong Ruwen earns his resources through his own effort, not leeching from the Chu Family, that afforded him stability.
She forgot that the Chu Family looks down on the Wang Family, and might even look down on her brother, "Ah, let’s stop overthinking it; dwelling on it too much might just make me cry."
"Why cry, your brother isn’t sad." Zhao Xuran instead believes this gives him more motivation, though he’s already highly motivated.
