C4 Panic and Uneasiness!
The fourth sister, Chiang Lingxian, is an international movie star!
The fifth sister, Lin Shixuan, apprenticed with a master doctor in Lunamis!
The sixth sister, Lau Ruoyan, is a female host on the country's largest live broadcasting platform, boasting over a million fans.
It's safe to say that each of the six sisters has a bright future ahead, with successful careers.
"And what about Zijie?"
Zijie is the youngest brother.
Lau Ruoyan had only mentioned a few sisters, conspicuously leaving out any mention of Zijie.
Jiang Zhuo was puzzled and couldn't help but inquire.
Upon hearing the term 'younger brother,' Lau Ruoyan's frame visibly shuddered, and a flicker of pain and resentment passed through her eyes.
She mustered a strained smile and said, "Let the other sisters fill you in about Zijie when you see them."
Jiang Zhuo noticed Lau Ruoyan's odd behavior and an uneasy feeling welled up inside him.
He reminisced about the days when the seven siblings were as close as family!
Zijie, being the youngest, was always doted on.
Jiang Zhuo and Zijie had a bond so close, they shared everything with each other, more than brothers in spirit.
Now, with Zijie's whereabouts unknown, Jiang Zhuo was deeply troubled.
However, seeing Lau Ruoyan's reluctance to discuss it, Jiang Zhuo held back his questions, keeping his concerns to himself.
"Sister Yan, what's really happening here? Why does Huihuang Real Estate Company want to demolish this place?"
Jiang Zhuo sat next to Lau Ruoyan, the subtle scent of her perfume reaching him.
After so many years, his sixth sister had blossomed into a stunning beauty!
Her figure, her features, she was second to none!
She outshone even the actresses on TV by a long shot.
"Huihuang Real Estate Corporation wants to tear this place down to develop West Cang Mountain into an exclusive villa community," Lau Ruoyan explained with a sigh.
"And their offer for compensation?"
Lau Ruoyan looked at Jiang Zhuo with a sense of resignation and said, "They claim since we can't produce the deed for this orphanage, they don't intend to compensate us at all."
Upon hearing the news, Jiang Zhuo's gaze turned icy. "So, they're hoping to get something for nothing?" he scoffed.
"Zhuo, Big Sis and the rest are tied up and can't make it back right now. Let's avoid stirring up trouble with them if we can. Huihuang Real Estate is backed by the well-known Zhengtian Group. They're way out of our league," Lau Ruoyan said, grasping Jiang Zhuo's hand earnestly.
"I stood in their way, refusing to let them demolish the orphanage, all for the sake of waiting for your return," she continued. "Jiangbei has changed so much over the years. Even West Cang Mountain is now a bustling area. If the orphanage is torn down, you might not even recognize the place when you return. That's why I've been holding them off. But now that you're back, it's no big deal to let them have the orphanage."
She understood Jiang Zhuo well; he was someone who deeply valued relationships and loyalty. He certainly wouldn't want to see his old home ruined. That place was filled with their family's cherished memories. Yet, she also didn't want Jiang Zhuo to provoke Huihuang Real Estate.
Offending Huihuang would mean crossing paths with the influential Zhengtian Group, a move that would bring nothing but trouble. In Jiangbei City, Zhengtian Group was a dominant force with unparalleled influence. Clashing with such a local powerhouse could be a problem even Big Sister Qin Shuyin might struggle to resolve.
"Sister Yan, are you saying that Zhengtian Group is the power behind Huihuang Real Estate?" Jiang Zhuo mused.
"Yes, exactly. Zhengtian Group is a leading authority here, and its chairman, Lin Zhengtian, is among the top three wealthiest individuals in Jiangbei City. We should steer clear of them to avoid unnecessary complications," Lau Ruoyan affirmed with a nod.
Jiang Zhuo's eyes narrowed, a glint of coldness flickering within as he remarked coolly, "So, the real puppeteer aiming to take down our orphanage is actually Zhengtian Group?"
If that's the case, he could easily destroy Lin Zhengtian, the same man he saved years ago!
It doesn't matter that Lin Zhengtian ranks among the top three tycoons, or even if he were the wealthiest man in Jiangbei City, he would still have to bow down to Jiang Zhuo's command!
"I'm not entirely sure," Lau Ruoyan said with a moment's hesitation, shaking her head.
"Sister, sister, those people are back again!"
While they were talking, a little girl stumbled in from outside, the precocious Yiyi, out of breath.
"Sister, you need to come quick and see, those bad guys are at our doorstep again," she panted, running up to Lau Ruoyan.
Lau Ruoyan's face fell, panic setting in. If the adversaries had the audacity to show up again, they must be fully prepared for anything!
In her moment of uncertainty, a firm hand grasped hers, and a voice filled with confidence reassured her, "Sister Yan, don't worry. I've got this."
Lau Ruoyan turned to look at Jiang Zhuo, whose calm and self-assured smile brought her a sense of tranquility and comfort.
Taking a deep breath, Lau Ruoyan exclaimed, "Zhuo, you've really grown up."
"Let's go check it out."
Jiang Zhuo rose to his feet, his eyes gleaming with a steely resolve, and led Lau Ruoyan out of the orphanage.
At the entrance, they were greeted by the sight of several MPVs parked on the vacant lot outside.
About thirty burly men in sunglasses emerged from the vehicles, an intimidating presence at the orphanage's doorstep that would unnerve anyone.
Jiang Zhuo's expression remained stoic as he fixed his gaze on the lead luxury car and watched a middle-aged man in a coat step out, cigar in mouth, flanked by his entourage, exuding arrogance as he approached.
Beside the middle-aged man, a patient wrapped in bandages sat in a wheelchair, his eyes burning with venomous spite, fixated on Jiang Zhuo.
"You're done for today, you cur!" The patient, swathed in bandages, clenched his teeth and spat out the words with venom.
He was the middle-aged man whose limbs had been disabled by Xiaowu!
Lau Ruoyan's delicate frame shivered with fear as she whispered, "This man is Zhong Zhiyong, the CEO of Huihuang Real Estate Company."
Zhong Zhiyong, clad in a heavy coat, approached to within five meters of Jiang Zhuo and his group.
He halted, giving Jiang Zhuo a thorough once-over with a chilling gaze and a hostile tone, "Are you the one blocking my path to fortune?"
The West Cang Mountain Villa District was Zhong Zhiyong's brainchild. Once the project was finished, making a few billion would be no issue at all!
That's precisely why he had come in person to handle the situation.
