As soon as Lu Jingyan finished speaking, all the elders except for Old Master Lu stood up in unison. Their stern eyes were full of inquiry and scrutiny.
Most of them were veterans in the business world. Under the influence of their families and the baptism of experience, they exuded the aura of a leader from head to toe. As soon as they stood up, their aura was more shocking. The usually spacious and empty office looked a little cramped at this moment.
Lu Jingyan faced the elders respectfully. The coldness and arrogance in his eyes lessened a little, as if he only had the advantage of height.
However, his gaze was calm and firm as it swept across everyone present. Finally, it landed on Father Lu — Lu Wenyuan. "I think we've gotten a substantial result from today's exchange. What do you think, Father?"
Lu Jingyan's attitude was very obvious. He had chosen Chi Ying, and the family would never be a hindrance. What needed to be said had been said, and it was time for this conversation to end. The amount of information was indeed a little too much, but everyone needed to take it all in.
"Let's finish what we just said first." Lu Wenyuan's face was solemn as he said in a cold voice, "The Lu Corporation's hundred-year-old family business is now on your shoulders. I hope you don't do anything disappointing. You should put the family's interests first at all times. "
Lu Jingyan understood what Lu Wenyuan meant and frowned slightly. "Father, do you think I don't have the ability to take care of her and my career? You don't have to waste your energy to be conflicted. Firstly, this matter has already passed, and your so-called family's interests have not been damaged. Secondly, Chi Ying was implicated because of her relationship with the Lu Corporation. I was indeed negligent back then, but there definitely won't be a next time. Protect yourself and everyone in the family, prevent similar threats from happening, and don't fall into a dilemma. Naturally, you don't have to face the so-called choice. This is what we should do. "
Lu Wenyuan frowned and didn't comment.
Before he returned to China and couldn't contact Lu Jingyan, he had already collected a lot of information about Chi Ying.
The Chi family had spent a lot of effort to hide Chi Ying's identity, but Lu Wenyuan didn't expose it. Therefore, in his impression, Chi Ying came from an ordinary family.
However, her resume was very glamorous. She had been outstanding since she was a child. She graduated from the best primary school, junior high school, and senior high school in C City. At the age of 15, she was admitted to the Film Academy as the top scorer in both arts and culture. Even in the muddy waters of the entertainment industry, she was still pure and stunning. Her temperament and bearing were not inferior to that of a lady from a prestigious family. It was no wonder that Lu Jingyan was mesmerized by her.
However, Chi Ying's brilliant resume came to an abrupt end at the age of eighteen. Logically speaking, with her excellent results and her status as the campus belle of the Film Academy, she would have a bright future even if her family background was average. However, Chi Ying took a break from school when she was close to graduation, and this break lasted for three years.
Lu Wenyuan closed his eyes. He knew that his son had something to do with it.
Now that he asked, it was indeed the case. Lu Jingyan said that he had once held a banquet at the Film Academy. That night, he was discussing a project and accidentally drank too much, so he raped an 18-year-old girl who was also drunk. That girl was Chi Ying. Because he was drunk, he didn't take any contraceptive measures. After that, Chi Ying accidentally got pregnant. He hadn't touched a woman for more than twenty years. Once he touched her, he was immediately blinded by love and hesitated whether to keep the child. In the end, he hesitated and dragged on. Chi Ying's body was no longer suitable for an abortion, so he could only make mistakes. Because of this, Chi Ying was angry with him. He pursued her for a long time before she agreed to be with him.
Lu Wenyuan's chest heaved up and down as he thought about it. Lu Jingyan also knew that she was an 18-year-old girl. She had been taken advantage of as soon as she became an adult. She even had to endure the pain of pregnancy at a young age. He didn't expect that his son, who looked like a gentleman, was such a beast behind his back.
After nearly a day of "calming down", Lu Wenyuan slowly accepted this fact. Since it was his son's fault, his prejudice against Chi Ying faded a lot.
Today was different from the past. In the era of the Internet, new blood was constantly injected into the market. If Lu Jingyan could marry the daughter of a famous family, of course, it would be good. But expectations were just expectations. It wasn't enough to become an obsession. The Lu Corporation was very powerful. It could be said that no family's power could rival it, and it didn't need the help of others. Taking a step back, as long as Lu Jingyan's other half had a high IQ and wasn't just a vase with beauty and family background, leaving good genes for the next generation, the Lu Corporation would have the possibility of long-term development.
Of course, these were all psychological comforts. The truth was that Lu Jingyan had acted first and reported later. He had already openly announced it in front of the media. His momentum was so great that Weibo collapsed one after another. Even if they really had any opinions about the marriage, if they obstructed it at this time, how would they face the big families?
Lu Jingyan said that he knew that this matter was very important, but he didn't have the courage to tell them. Therefore, he kept it a secret for five years. Lu Wenyuan was skeptical because he didn't see any fear on Lu Jingyan's face.
Fortunately, Lu Jingyan didn't cause any trouble over the years. He was only loyal to Chi Ying. He didn't sleep with any 18-year-old girl he saw. At the same time, the Lu Corporation was getting bigger and bigger. Its achievements were very eye-catching. Lu Jingyan had been following their wishes since he was a child. He had shouldered all the heavy responsibilities handed to him by the family. Now, when it came to the woman he loved, he didn't doubt his judgment and couldn't criticize him.
However, it didn't mean that Lu Jingyan's mistakes could be easily forgiven. The Lu Corporation had a good reputation. For generations, there had been no adultery or illegitimate children. To be honest, Lu Jingyan's behavior was quite infuriating and disappointing. On the way back, Lu Wenyuan and Old Master Lu had discussed that they would punish Lu Jingyan as severely as they did when he was young. However, after returning to the country, they threw this idea to the back of their minds. They heard that not long ago, Lu Jingyan had a battle of wits and courage with the kidnappers. If the special assistant had come one step later, his life might have been in danger. He was sent to the hospital by ambulance. However, in less than two days, he was discharged and went back to work. Thinking of the ups and downs over the years, Lu Jingyan silently carried on their shoulders, their hearts of stone suddenly softened.
Lu Wenyuan didn't mean to make things difficult for him. In his values, benefits were not the most important thing. Moreover, his future daughter-in-law would be his family. He knew what was more important. However, there were so many people in the family present, and there was no lack of people watching in the dark. As the heir, Lu Jingyan's behavior would inevitably cause criticism. He had to speak harshly to avoid unnecessary trouble.
Lu Jingyan and Lu Wenyuan looked at each other for a moment before looking away. "Elders, you haven't been here for a long time. You might not know that the headquarters has added a lot of new lounges for tea, wine, and entertainment. However, I still suggest that you take grandpa back to the Lu residence. He's tired from the long journey and jet lag. I'm afraid his body won't be able to withstand such torment. No matter what you need, just inform my special assistant, Jiang Chong. "
Jiang Chong, who was leaning against the wall at the door, was speechless.
Old Master Lu looked unexpectedly hale and hearty. He knocked his knuckles on the table and said majestically, "I'm not tired. My granddaughter-in-law is here. I just want to see her."
Lu Jingyan nodded slightly and said, "I'll take her home tonight."
Lu Wenyuan's third brother, Lu Wenyi, said, "Jingyan is unwell. As his elders, of course we should accompany him."
They stood up in unison. They realized that Lu Jingyan's departure was equivalent to agreeing to this matter. There would be no room for discussion in the future. They couldn't completely ignore this method of acting first and reporting later.
Lu Jingyan made up a story. "I'm already accompanied by my wife. Uncles, I'm afraid that you'll attract media reporters. The stock market is unstable recently, so it's best if there's less trouble. I'm just going for a small checkup and have an appointment with the doctor. I'll be back before dinner. "
Before Lu Wenyi could speak, Lu Jingyan raised his hand and looked at his watch. "If there are no other questions, I'll take my leave first. If I can't make it back before Chengcheng's school ends, please help me take care of him."
When Lu Jingyan said this, everyone's attention was on Chengcheng.
Lu Wenyuan and Mrs. Lu looked at each other and their serious expressions softened.
Old Master Lu's eyes flashed with surprise. Chengcheng was his great-grandson, which meant that he could enjoy the joy of four generations living under the same roof.
"Be careful."
"Okay," Lu Jingyan responded and left the office. His tall and straight back revealed a threatening aura.
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