The Hidden Dragon In-Law

Dihao Group's announcement of two major news items completely set Jinling ablaze.

Hearing that Dihao Group had changed hands, the Xiao Family finally realized why the Wang Family had been ousted by Dihao Group.

It seemed that the new owner of Dihao Group didn't think much of families like the Wangs.

But who exactly is Young Master Ye? This person is too incredible, right? To buy the Dihao Group, worth over a hundred billion, just like that? Even Jinling's richest man doesn't have such deep pockets!

Suddenly, countless families were stirred, some longing to establish ties with this mysterious Young Master Ye, while others hoped their daughters could marry into his family.

Furthermore, Dihao Group's plan to invest in a two-billion-yuan hotel project also sent shockwaves through Jinling's construction and decoration industry!

Two billion!

Even a small slice of that pie would be a huge windfall!

Numerous companies were eager to get a piece of the action.

Naturally, this included the money-hungry Old Madame Xiao!

Old Madame Xiao was beside herself with excitement; a two-billion project was an excellent opportunity!

If the Xiao Family could secure a contract from this, it would be like striking gold!

Thus, she immediately ordered a family meeting to be held at home that evening to discuss how to break into Dihao Group's new project. Attendance was mandatory for all!

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That night, at the Xiao Family villa.

Since Old Madame Xiao had insisted everyone attend, James Ye went along as well.

He knew the meeting was to discuss how to get a share of Dihao Group's big project.

So, he wanted to take this chance to give his wife, Mary Xiao, a boost in status!

Upon arriving at the Xiao Family villa, Mary's cousin Robert Xiao saw him and immediately sneered, "Damn, James Ye, you've got some nerve showing up to see Grandma!"

Mary replied with a cold face, "Watch your mouth. Grandma demanded all Xiao Family members be present. James is my husband, so naturally, he is a member of the Xiao Family!"

Robert laughed, "Him? A Xiao Family member? He's nothing but a live-in son-in-law!"

James touched his nose and said to Mary, "Let it go, wife. Don't stoop to his level. Let's head in before Grandma has to wait any longer."

Mary nodded, not giving Robert the time of day, and walked in with James.

Seeing this, Robert's face turned cold, thinking they would get what's coming to them soon enough.

Once inside the meeting hall, James and Mary found a spot in the corner to sit down.

Soon after, Old Madame Xiao strode in, and the family meeting officially began.

Old Madame Xiao took her place at the head of the table and knocked on it, declaring spiritedly, "The Xiao Family has been waiting for an opportunity for years, an opportunity to join the ranks of Jinling's elite! Now, that opportunity has finally arrived!"

She continued loudly, "This twenty-billion project from Dihao Group, whoever secures a partnership contract will reap huge benefits!@@novelbin@@

And this is the first major project since the change of hands at Dihao Group, a golden opportunity for our Xiao Family! If we can cooperate with Dihao Group and make a good impression on the new owner, the future of the Xiao Family will be limitless!"

Despite Old Madame Xiao's enthusiasm, the others seemed unmoved.

In truth, the Xiao Family had long sought cooperation with Dihao Group, to no avail. Now, hoping to get a share of the new project seemed impossible.

Seeing everyone's silence, Old Madame Xiao angrily demanded, "What's the matter? Have you all gone mute? Don't you have the confidence to secure even a small piece of this twenty-billion project?"

People exchanged glances, none daring to speak.

Old Madame Xiao, even more furious, gritted her teeth and declared, "I'll say this now: whoever negotiates a thirty-million contract with Dihao Group will become the general manager of our group!"

This statement took everyone by surprise.

Old Madame Xiao had always been autocratic, never establishing the position of general manager within the group, as it held significant power and was typically reserved for a successor.

Now, using this position as a reward, it was clear how desperately she wanted the Dihao Group project.

But as coveted as the general manager position was, it wasn't easy to obtain.

To the Xiao Family, securing a deal with Dihao Group and a thirty-million contract seemed like a joke. Even if Old Madame Xiao herself stepped in, Dihao Group's executives wouldn't grant her an audience, let alone discuss cooperation.

The meeting hall fell silent.

Old Madame Xiao, filled with rage, questioned, "As descendants of the Xiao Family, is there no one willing to share the family's burdens?"

Then, she turned her gaze directly to Robert, "Robert, this task is yours to undertake!"

Robert forced a few laughs and quickly said, "Grandma, even Daniel Wang's family has been kicked out by Dihao Group. Our strength is even less than the Wangs', how could we possibly secure a contract with Dihao Group..."

Old Madame Xiao immediately scolded, "Useless! You're even more worthless than that waste James Ye if you give up without even trying!"

In her heart, Old Madame Xiao wasn't confident either, but she refused to remain at the helm of a second-rate family forever. She dreamed of the Xiao Family rising higher.

This Dihao Group project was their only chance.

So, no matter how difficult, she was unwilling to give up.

She had expected Robert, as the eldest grandson, to accept this task eagerly, but to her dismay, he was backing out.

Robert was also frustrated. Who would want to take on an impossible task? He feared he'd be turned away at Dihao Group's door before he could even begin.

Not only would he fail to accomplish the task, but he would also become a laughingstock. That's why he was determined not to agree.

After Old Madame Xiao berated Robert, she loudly demanded, "What about the rest of you? Are you all too scared to take on this task?"

At this moment, James gently nudged Mary with his elbow and whispered, "Wife, take on this task."

Mary quickly objected, "Are you crazy? Dihao Group would never cooperate with a small company like the Xiao Family!"

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James smiled confidently, "Don't worry, you'll definitely be able to secure this cooperation!"

Mary asked in surprise, "Really?"

James affirmed, "Of course! I think you're more than capable! Seize this opportunity, and your status in the Xiao Family will soar!"

For some reason, at that moment, Mary found herself inexplicably believing James's words.

She stood up instinctively and said to Old Madame Xiao, "Grandma, I'm willing to give it a try…"

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