Pampered by Short-Lived Bigshot

Chapter 309: 208 Recognizing Relatives (3) Even with the Warmest Smile, Ready to Kill with a Knife_3

The security on one side lay hidden in wait, estimating that one more rash move and a swarm of people would tackle him to the ground.

“You’ve stayed with our family for so many years, and we haven’t treated you badly. Since the company can no longer accommodate you, our Xie Family cannot either. From this point forward, you and our Xie Family…”

The old master gripped his cane, his expression stern, his gaze piercing.

“Will cut ties, unrelated in life or death!”

“Grandpa—” Xie Jing was thunderstruck, frozen on the spot.

Everyone below was buzzing with speculation, even more curious about what exactly was written in those documents to make the old master so resolute.

This matter could be considered Xie Family’s dirty laundry, something that could be resolved privately yet displayed openly.

It was essentially crushing Xie Jing completely, leaving no room for escape.

“All the things you have done, any illegal actions in here will be transferred to the public security authorities for handling. Your fate will no longer concern me.”

Expelled from the Xie Family and handed over to public security?

This was leaving him no way out; even if it was to give Zhixian an explanation, was it necessary to be so ruthless?

“Grandpa?” Xie Jing hadn’t expected the old master would go to such lengths; his body unwittingly softened, nearly collapsing even without Xie Duo’s interference.

Xie Lao then turned his head toward Shen Zhixian, “Is this explanation sufficient?”

What Shen Zhixian wanted was merely to kick him out of the Xie Family. She nodded slightly, “It is sufficient.”

“What are you all standing around for? Take him away!” Xie Duo furrowed his brows.

Xie Jing was completely drained of strength. Everything happened in a flash, too quickly for him to even find the words to defend himself.

He thought Xie Lao was on his side, but suddenly being yelled at was unexpected, all so sudden and overwhelming, leaving him helpless like a puddle of mud, dragged away by two security guards…

Instantly, scornful and mocking laughter came from below, staring hard at Xie Lao as if suddenly realizing something, then bursting into laughter.

“Grandpa! You are formidable, truly formidable!”

“Haha…all the effort spent for her, how could I possibly outplay?”

“You’ve known about my dealings all along, you’ve known… I’m just a stepping stone for her, Shen Zhixian, right! Prepared only to advance her position!”noveldrama

…

Xie Lao merely glanced at him indifferently, and then the security covered his mouth.

And the people below were left stunned:

So, the old master knew all along that he had slandered Shen Zhixian and did nothing for a long time. All these years of indulging him, boosting him, was it all to pave the way for Shen Zhixian’s rise today?

Jiang Jinsang bowed his head, continuously twirling the cup in his hands!

For Shen Zhixian to establish herself, even if people inwardly do not accept her status, they dare not disrespect her casually. This must involve a sacrifice to show that she is not to be trifled with, and Xie Jing…

was the chess piece chosen by Xie Lao for Shen Zhixian.

Previously, Jiang Cuo worried if Shen Zhixian would not act or if something unexpected happened. But in reality, there was no accident because if Shen Zhixian didn’t act, he wouldn’t act, and Xie Lao…

would act!

Xie Jing… ultimately could not escape!

Xie Lao’s intentions were apparent, and everyone’s backs went cold instantaneously, but he was indifferent to everyone’s gaze, just watching everyone below.

“Alright, a drama for everyone’s amusement, please enjoy your meal and don’t take it to heart.” The old master chuckled, facing inquiries, and others’ fear and dread, unconcerned.

He wanted everyone to know:

Shen Zhixian is one of the Xie Family, someone he would protect, even if it means sacrificing one or two people…

He! intends to elevate Shen Zhixian!

It was the first time Shen Zhixian saw Xie Lao in such a manner, beneath the calm and gentle exterior…

lay a blade for killing!

Uncompromisingly cutting, as if totally unrelated to Xie Jing.

“Zhixian, help me down.” Xie Lao smiled at her, his expression no different from usual.

Shen Zhixian immediately went over to support his arm, and the two slowly descended from the stage. Only then did the old master whisper:

“This period must have been hard for you. I let Xie Jing be as was waiting for the right moment. I roughly know all that he has done.”

“You might think I’m too harsh now, but, Zhixian, sometimes drastic measures are necessary to deter others so they wouldn’t dare to bully you.”

“You know how to gather evidence and counterattack, showing you can detect danger in time and take measures. I am quite relieved by this, as I can’t protect you forever.”

…

Previously she had only heard when people said the elite circles run deep; Shen Zhixian didn’t quite feel it, being part of it without sensing the undercurrents, but now she really understood.

An old master who could uphold a family, even if his smile remains warm and gentle…

He dares to wield the “knife” to “kill”!

**

Xie’s Annual Meeting

Following the usual procedure, commending employees, lucky draws, starting the meal, everything went smoothly afterward, but the profound depth of Xie Lao’s schemes cast a long shadow in everyone’s hearts.

Terrifying enough to make people respect him from a distance.

Later, under Jiang Zhenhuan’s lead, the Jiang Family went up to offer Xie Lao a drink.

“Grandfather Xie, I’ve been feeling unwell recently, so I’ll substitute tea for wine and offer you a drink, and wish you a Happy New Year in advance.” Jiang Jinsang held up his teacup.

“It’s okay, I’m very happy you came to visit.” Xie Lao’s smile as usual, gentle and peaceful.

The Xie Family, with its strict family rules, how could they indulge Xie Jing’s recklessness, even letting him squabble with Shen Zhixian at the dining table!

If Xie Jing had been humble and kept a low profile, he might have survived, but he wasn’t like that, basking in any little sunlight he could get.

After all, he was going to be dealt with sooner or later; better to make full use of him.

So even if today Shen Zhixian had a soft heart, Xie Lao would still make a personal appearance.

Jiang Jinsang could only sigh that these old masters, who had weathered bullets and storms, had such deep schemes and far-reaching strategies, truly awe-inspiring and fearful.

The process doesn’t matter; the outcome for Xie Jing…

was probably sealed from the moment he started acting recklessly, years ago…

After tonight, Shen Zhixian, now the Miss of the Xie Family, even if people don’t accept her, must greet her politely when they meet, daring not to speak rudely, much less lay a finger on her.

As people left the hotel around nine in the evening, the cold wind was biting, chilling everyone to the bone.

Man can face the chilling wind, even head into it, but what they cannot face directly…

is the human heart.