Great Grandfather, A Meeting Gift

"Jade pendant..." Zhuang Xin opened the box. Inside was a semicircular jade piece, two fingers wide. Although Zhuang Xin didn't know much about jade quality or value, at first glance, it gave him a very comfortable feeling.

It was smooth to the touch, with a carved dragon coiled on it, forming a valley-like shape, yet it had a notch, as if this jade pendant was only half of a pair, its other half lost somewhere.

"This jade pendant is a pair. Together, they make one. Your Great Grandfather gave one to Han'er. Once you're married, you'll have the complete set. These two jade pendants are ancestral heirlooms of the Zhuang family, very precious. Your Great Grandfather rarely takes them out," Zhuang Wanshu said with a smile, patting Zhuang Xin's shoulder.

She then felt a firm, hard, sexy curve and said with some surprise, "I must say, you have a very strong physique."

"Thank you, Eldest Sister, for the compliment. I just like to practice randomly," Zhuang Xin replied without hesitation, putting the jade pendant away.

"Alright, when we go back later, don't be so secretive. People in the family aren't as bad as you imagine. Don't just watch those scheming dramas on TV. On the contrary, most of the time, everyone helps each other. You need to know that one person fighting alone has limited ability. But if you're in trouble, and everyone helps each other, you'll have a chance to turn things around again."

"This is a family rule of the Zhuang family. No one will snatch the position of the chosen heir. Do you know why?" Zhuang Wanshu asked with a gentle smile.

"Uh... I really don't know."

"That's true. Perhaps in other families, this situation might exist. But in the Zhuang family, it's impossible because most of the family's industries are quite dispersed, each operating independently and controlled by different people, creating a balance of power. Even the family head cannot interfere. So, even if you become the family head on the surface, you will only control the resources of your grandfather's lineage. Whether you can turn things around again depends on yourself."

"Ah? So, even if I inherit the position of Zhuang family head, I won't have any real power?" Zhuang Xin was speechless.

"What else do you think? Do you believe others will hand over their industries to you? They will only offer you support and help you as much as possible. If you lack the ability and don't live up to expectations, then in the future, it will be up to your son, or even your grandson, to be educated by the family, waiting for them to make a comeback with the family's help."

Zhuang Wanshu gently ruffled Zhuang Xin's hair, giving him a head pat that made him even more speechless. Why did this 'Eldest Sister' treat him like a child?

"Another thing I need to tell you is that even if you become the family head and the previous head abdicates, his industries will still be controlled by his descendants. So, don't even think about scheming against them."

Zhuang Xin nodded, "I understand."

He finally understood why no one in the Zhuang family fought over the family fortune.

Even if there was a struggle, it would be within their own lineage. What did it have to do with him, Zhuang Xin?

From Zhuang Wanshu's tone, he could tell that his grandfather's lineage had probably already declined.

Even if he went back, it would just be an empty shell.

Those five contracts were probably everyone's way of offering him support, allowing him to grow stronger on his own.

Wanting to return and achieve instant success was a joke.

The Zhuang family, in the end, was a collection of lineages that had been passed down, supporting and balancing each other. When one branch faced difficulties, everyone would support them together.

This was helping others, and at the same time, leaving a way out for themselves.

Who could guarantee that they would never face misfortune in their lifetime?

Even if they themselves didn't, what about their sons and grandsons?

This was the fundamental reason why the Zhuang family had reached its current status.

Afterward, Zhuang Wanshu told Zhuang Xin a few more things to be aware of, and soon they arrived at a grand manor. As the car drove in, servants immediately came to greet them.

A short while later, led by Zhuang Wanshu, Zhuang Nannan, and Zhuang Tong, they walked into the innermost part of the manor. Through the gardens, flowers, and large trees, they could vaguely see the large houses behind, with a style that blended Chinese and European influences.

"We're here. Don't speak later. Just stand by and listen," Zhuang Wanshu said, walking in first and blocking Zhuang Xin behind her.

Zhuang Nannan patted his shoulder, "Work hard. Strive for success. Everyone will help you, but don't let them look down on you."

Zhuang Tong winked at him with a giggle, "After this is over, play games with me, okay? They all say I'm childish and won't play with me."

"Okay..." Zhuang Xin looked at Zhuang Tong, who was the youngest and only slightly older than him, and nodded helplessly.

Then, he followed them inside. The hall was already filled with many people.

They were drinking and chatting.

Numerous tables were set up around the hall, laden with all sorts of food.

Servants with trays of drinks waited in the hall for those who needed them.

"Eldest Miss!"

Upon seeing Zhuang Wanshu, several servants at the entrance bowed politely.

They nodded, bypassed the crowd, and headed to the innermost part of the hall.

An elderly man in casual wear, holding a golf club, wiped the sweat from his forehead and took a sip of a nearby drink, exhaling. "Just finished golfing in the back. Those old guys are still as strong as ever."

"Yes! Uncle-Grandfather and the others have really good skills." A young girl beside him handed the elder a white, steaming towel to wipe his sweat.

"Great Grandfather!" Zhuang Wanshu walked up and said with a smile, "You asked me to find Zhuang Xin, and I've brought him back."

With that, she moved aside, revealing Zhuang Xin behind her.

Zhuang Xin gave a dry laugh, feeling a bit unaccustomed as he said, "Great... Great Grandfather..."

Seemingly sensing Zhuang Xin's nervousness, Zhuang He couldn't help but burst into laughter. "Speaking of which, your grandfather was someone I watched grow up. He chased your grandmother when he was seventeen. Later, when the family didn't agree, he eloped with your grandmother. I heard that he had your father when he was eighteen, and your father inherited your grandfather's genes and had you at twenty. You're not doing as well. You're over twenty, but you're still a... hmm, what's the internet term Wanshu uses?"

"Uh, a single dog, Great Grandfather," Zhuang Tong chimed in first.

Zhuang He nodded, "Right, a single dog."

"Alright, alright, stop teasing Zhuang Xin," Zhuang Wanshu rolled her eyes, then reached into Zhuang He's pocket and took out a bank card. "Zhuang Xin, this is for you from Great Grandfather. I heard you're setting up a summer resort at Biyue Bay Beach. Here's ten billion, enough for your development and subsequent expenses."

"This girl, the emperor isn't worried, but the eunuch is anxious," Zhuang He shook his head, but he wasn't angry at all. Instead, he smiled serenely.

Looking at the harmonious Zhuang family, Zhuang Xin looked at the bank card and felt a little touched.

This was quite different from what he had imagined.

"Thank you, Great Grandfather. I already have the money. I don't need this ten billion for now. If I need it, I'll ask you for it," Zhuang Xin said, shaking his head, wanting to refuse.

Unexpectedly, Zhuang Wanshu put it directly into his pocket, "I told you to take it, so take it. Are we still being formal?"