Chapter 146 If only things had been fait accompli back then…

Jiang Wu looked at Sang Yuwan and felt a surge of pity.

She watched this child, who lost both parents at the age of six, grow up.

Now that she has reached a high position, although she owes much to Bo Yuanshan's appreciation and support, she mainly owes it to her intelligence and tireless efforts.

Her extraordinary business acumen and insight were largely inherited from her father.

The unexpected death of such a talented young man is truly regrettable and a great loss.

Jiang Wu's eyes gradually welled up with tears. She felt as if a stone was pressing on her heart, making it hard to breathe.

Sang Yuwan composed herself, her eyes clear and bright. "Aunt Jiang, how is my sixth sister doing?"

Jiang Wu came to her senses and said, "There's a high probability that she'll be unable to have children."

Upon hearing this, Sang Yuwan frowned deeply. "Is there absolutely no hope?"

Jiang Wu said, "Given her current condition, there's not much hope. But she's still young; with proper rest, a miracle might happen."

Sang Yuwan's heart skipped a beat, and she felt a strange sadness. At the same time, a surge of anger also rose within her.

Everything that happened to Bo Xinglan was caused by Shen Yilin.

Just because she hasn't settled this score yet doesn't mean it's been wiped clean.

Seeing her melancholy expression, Jiang Wu quickly comforted her, "Wanwan, since it has already happened, don't dwell on it anymore."

Sang Yuwan pursed her lips. "I understand."

-

Minglang had been holding it in all day, and his heart was churning with a raging storm. He was restless and couldn't calm down no matter what he did.

Sang Yuwan noticed something was wrong with him, frowned, and asked, "Is something the matter?"

Minglang's hands unconsciously clenched into fists, his knuckles turning slightly white. His lips trembled slightly, as if he wanted to say something but couldn't.

Sang Yuwan's face darkened, and she said sternly, "Speak."

Minglang's heart raced, and he forced a smile. "Madam, it's...it's nothing..."

"What exactly happened?" Sang Yuwan emphasized.

Seeing this, Minglang had no choice but to bite the bullet and speak, "Madam, it's about the Y Group..."

Sang Yuwan knew him too well and immediately realized what he meant, "What did Shen Qianjie say to you?"

“He said…” A layer of cold sweat appeared on Minglang’s forehead, and his throat felt like it was being tightly gripped by a large hand, making it difficult for him to breathe.

Sang Yuwan's eyes flashed with anger. "If you keep being so vague, get out of here."

Minglang took a deep breath and lowered his head. "He said that the big boss behind Y Group is Rong Moyuan."

Sang Yuwan's expression froze, her brows furrowing. "Rong Moyuan?"

Having finally spoken the words that had been weighing on his mind, Minglang felt much lighter. "Madam, the Shen family is already difficult to deal with, and now with the Rong family added to the mix..."

He paused, a hint of worry on his face, "Is it not worth offending them for a project that doesn't make much money?"

The air pressure suddenly dropped.

Sang Yuwan's pretty face tightened, and her eyes suddenly turned cold and sharp. "Just do your own job and don't meddle in other people's business."

Minglang's heart pounded, her lips turned pale, and her fingers clenched even tighter. "Madam, I understand."

Sang Yuwan gave him a cold look and said, "Get out."

"Yes." Minglang lowered his head and walked out with a sense of unease.

Sang Yuwan took a couple of sips of water, took out her phone, and called Ji Xiao.

"We must secure that textile factory project."

Ji Xiao said confidently, "Chairman, rest assured, I will do my best."

-

The next day.

Mingyu's 60th birthday.

The Ming family, which hadn't been lively for a long time, held an unprecedentedly grand banquet, inviting almost all the wealthy and powerful families in Jiangcheng.

Ming Zhan personally stood at the door to greet the guests.

Mingyi sometimes comes over to stand for a while.

Only Mingxiao has not yet appeared.

On the day Sang Yu was hospitalized, he fell ill, and his condition was quite serious. He even reached the point where he couldn't walk.

He has been resting quietly in his own courtyard for the past few days.

Seeing him like this, Mingyu was in a very bad mood. He even wanted to cancel the banquet.

Mingxiao advised him. The invitations had already been sent out; canceling them without reason would not only make them a laughingstock but also raise suspicions that something had happened to the Ming family.

Moreover, there is another very important matter to be announced at this banquet.

That is to officially announce to the public that Ming Zhan is the heir of the Ming family.

Those attending the banquet guessed the reason.

Upon meeting Ming Zhan, one cannot help but offer a few words of flattery.

Ming Zhan was very humble and spoke in a gentle and polite manner.

Everyone praised him highly.

Seeing this, Lan Xiya felt very uncomfortable. However, she still tried her best to maintain a perfectly appropriate smile.

Ming Zhan glanced at his watch; there were still five minutes until the banquet began. He pursed his lips, his obsidian-like eyes filled with anticipation.

"Second brother, don't wait anymore. Sister Wanwan won't come."

Mingmei walked over and whispered something in his ear.

Ming Zhan's eyes narrowed, and he suppressed his emotions, saying coldly, "Did I say I was waiting for her?"

With a bright, knowing smile, she said, "Second Brother, your eyes just now betrayed you."

Ming Zhan pursed his thin lips, remaining silent.

Mingmei added, "Second brother, I know you really want Sister Wanwan to come back, but she's someone the Ming family can't afford to associate with anymore."

Mingzhan's heart clenched painfully. His breath caught in his throat, and a faint anger flickered in his eyes.

With a bright smile, she inexplicably said, "Second Brother, even if Master Bo dies, you won't have a chance."

Ming Zhan felt a shiver run through him, as if a sharp knife were cutting into his flesh; even breathing was painful.

Her bright gaze was defiant, tinged with sarcasm.

She knew that at this moment, no matter what she said, Mingzhan would only endure it.

After all, the people attending today's banquet are all figures at the pinnacle of Jiangcheng's social standing. He wouldn't allow himself to lose face.

"Second brother, what a great opportunity it was six years ago! If only you and Sister Wan had made it a reality..."

"Fourth Sister!"

A stern voice came from behind the two of them.

Ming Zhan's face, already etched with anger, tightened even further.

Mingmei's fingers curled slightly, and the muscles on her face twitched almost imperceptibly. She turned around and smiled gently, "Big brother."

“It’s not your place to greet guests at the Ming family’s residence. Go inside.” Ming Xiao, who was usually mild-mannered, was now serious.

Mingmei took two deep breaths quietly, then raised an eyebrow slightly. "Big brother, I haven't seen second brother in a long time, and I was thinking of talking to him for a while." She paused, then added, "Second brother, I'm going in now."

Ming Zhanqi remained silent.

Mingmei sneered inwardly and strode towards the banquet hall.

Mingxiao walked over, looked at Mingzhan, his eyes filled with complicated emotions, "Second brother, how can you let her talk nonsense at this time?"

Ming Zhan's chest heaved slightly. "I'll teach her a lesson after the banquet."

"Ahem." Mingxiao clenched his right fist, pressed it against the corner of his lips, and coughed lightly.

Mingzhan quickly supported him, saying anxiously, "Brother, it's very cold outside, you should go inside quickly."

Mingxiao asked him, "Wanwan hasn't come yet."

Ming Zhan's heart sank. "No."

As soon as the two finished speaking, Minglang and Xiansi walked over carrying their things.

"Young Master, Second Young Master."

When Mingzhan saw them, a fleeting look of disappointment crossed his eyes.

Mingxiao remained calm.

He roughly guessed why Sang Yuwan was hospitalized to protect her pregnancy at this time.