The Tycoon Inheritance [SaMpLe]

22.

"That Bastard!"

It was a wise decision to place high quality sound proofing in the office. 

Behind a desk filled with reports was a middle-aged man addressing each problem he came across with a furrowed brow as his wife cursed up a storm.

"He doesn't bend to provocation. He does things at his own pace. Why are you seeking him out? Didn't you say he's a stain on our family?" These words were said in a tired and uncaring tone.

This is Chu Yang. The placeholder father of Chen Kai. He endured a lot over the years while raising the child who was considered his first born. He didn't abandon the child but let him live under his roof until he was eighteen. Chen Kai's existence was tolerated by him. He did what he promised and was compensated for it. This was the only thing he was grateful for, towards the child. 
Now that he was completely out of the house, Chu Yang didn't care what Chen Kai was doing currently.
To keep up appearances, he had to demand the child return during specific holidays and family gatherings. Now his wife wants something of the little bastard. He was content with Chen Kai's absence. 

"Madam Huo is interested in him." His wife dropped six words that made him look up.

Her glittering eyes matched his shocked one. Ji XinYi was ambitious and a loyal partner to her husband. Their network within the business circle was all thanks to her and her incredible hosting abilities. Beneath her sedate beauty was a woman who had high expectations that match the greed in her heart. Behind closed doors she was the head of the family and whatever she says is right, will always be right.

"Isn't she linked with the Cui's second young master?" Chu Yang asked.

"She let him go. In her words, 'The pretty faces are becoming a bore.' Word of Chen Kai's looks and achievements reached her ears, so she invited me to afternoon tea  three days ago. She wants to meet him and even promised to invest in our company and send a few clients our way. Once she ties him to her, we will be one step into high society." Ji XinYi was bursting with excitement as she went over plan to get Chen kai back in Changxing County. Her temper got the best of her when she failed to contact him from her number. It spiked when he answered her in that cold and belittling tone. She now has to think of another way.

Chu Yang slowly moved from his bent position and sat back in his chair. He rubbed his chin with his fingers during his deep contemplation. His eyes shifted to the photo of his son, Chu Han on his desk. 
The kid was average at best with a little good looks. He did well in college and got an Assistant Manager job through his connections. The best thing the kid has done, was capturing the attention of a daughter from a prominent government family. 
Chu Han and Chen Kai have always been at each other's throat. More like Chu Han competing with the bastard one-sidedly for years. There was no brotherly love but Chen Kai did his duty as an elder brother by showing up for his birthday parties and graduation party.

"Han'er's birthday is next weekend. Weren't you planning for the celebration at the Emerald Hotel?" Chu Yang's words were slow while he mused over it. There was a small hint in it and Ji XinYi caught it right away. A small smile lifted his lips when he saw his wife's enlightenment.

"Get him back here before the day of the party. I will talk to Han'er about doing a public promise to that girl on the night. If I invite most of the ladies in my circle, Madam Huo will definitely come when she learn of his attendance. This will also put our name on everyone's lips, when they see those two budding connections." She was giddy as she pictured their upcoming debut into high society.

They both wish to come out of mediocre living.

 Who didn't?! If they have to make concessions, so be it. In the end, they will be living the life they wanted.