Bai Xiaozhou

Chapter 8 The Scheme to Harm

"Plan well, the Su family will assist you. Handle it as you see fit. If you mess this up, you'll pay!" Zhao Yuan's words were fierce.

"Do as you think best. Don't think I don't know your little schemes. If you want to marry into the Sheng family, clean yourself up first."

Zhao Yuan knew her daughter's desire to marry into the Sheng family, to enjoy boundless power and prestige.

She was still young and ignorant of the silent wars waged among the powerful.

How could she give up so easily if she wasn't made to suffer a little more?

At this moment, Zhao Yuan, lost in her triumph, had no idea how much influence the Shi family, seemingly as insignificant as ants now, held abroad.

Only those with narrow vision would underestimate the Shi family, and everyone who came from it.

The insignificant Su family was not qualified to know about the cooperation between the Shi and Sheng families.

"Don't think that just because the Su family gave birth to you, you'll always be a Su. I can make you shine, and I can make you disappear without a trace."

Zhao Yuan's face was fierce. No one could disrupt her plans, not even Su Li!

Zhao Yuan raised her hand, pinched Su Li's chin, and caressed the cheek that had just been reddened by a slap, her fingertips tracing the mark.

Su Li remained in her half-kneeling position, one hand covering her face, trembling as she felt Zhao Yuan's touch.

She never imagined that Zhao Yuan's past affection for her was merely for money and the honor of the entire family.

It was Shi XinXin! It was Su Luo! Who had caused her to endure all this!

When she thought of what Shi XinXin had done to her during her most glorious moments, she could no longer contain her inner rage.

This anger transformed into resentment, making her disregard family ties and her hatred for Zhao Yuan.

As long as she could successfully cripple the Shi family, she would make them pay for all the grievances.

Including Zhao Yuan!

Su Li thought fiercely. Once her plan succeeded, she would trample Shi XinXin under her feet, make her beg on her knees, disfigure her face, and force Zhao Yuan to lower her arrogant posture, bow her head, and obey her commands.

With money, what couldn't be solved!

As her thoughts became more satisfying, a sinister smile spread across Su Li's face.

In the hall, the two women harbored their own thoughts.

Indeed, no one in the Su family was decent.

Seeing the palpable tension between them, the Su family's servants had already retreated to unknown locations, daring not to come out and face their anger.

Zhao Yuan roughly flung Su Li's face away, wiped her hands with disgust, cast a final glance at Su Li on the floor, and returned to her room.

Su Li got up, filled with hostility, and returned to her room, slamming the door shut with a "bang."

Su Luo, or rather Shi XinXin, was now the CEO of CL. Then she would make CL struggle everywhere in the country, unable to operate. She would return the favor. As long as all the jewelry designers of CL company defected, Shi XinXin would never be able to recover in her life.

For a jewelry company, its brand was its best advertisement. With renowned designers, it could gain a foothold in the jewelry industry.

When famous designers from CL left in droves, how would Shi XinXin ever recover?

The Su Corporation was in dire straits and could hardly protect itself. Even if it had a motive to retaliate against CL, no one would suspect it. She would seize this perfect opportunity to strike at CL, and who would suspect her?

"Do me a favor, get me the information on all the designers at CL company." Su Li dialed the number of the person who had always worked for her.

"As for the reward, as long as you meet my requirements, you won't be shortchanged."

Su Luo, or should I call you Shi XinXin, wait for the grand gift I'm sending you.

Su Li's lips slowly curved, her expression becoming ferocious and terrifying under the dim lamplight, unlike a normal person.

...

Shi XinXin had her assistant bring her medicine box.

Looking at the familiar medicine box on the coffee table, Shi XinXin couldn't help but sigh.

She reached out and gently touched the box, her eyes filled with complex emotions.

This medicine box had accompanied her for many years, its scars a testament to the hardships it had endured with her.

From a medical novice to a renowned divine physician whose name was known but whose face was unseen.

She had always treated patients according to her own will; some people were not worth saving.

Deep down, Shi XinXin did not wish to be involved with the Sheng family, as some connections were better left severed.

The Sheng family was vast and prosperous, a place rife with trouble. Although their power was immense, their collateral branches were overly complex and their relationships exceedingly tangled. Their family rules were strict, and dealing with them could easily bring disaster.

The person Su Yumeng had contacted had also reached out to her.

They said they hoped to maintain contact and invite her for a follow-up examination when necessary.

If someone had already treated them, why would they need her for a follow-up?

However, the conditions offered were tempting: a guarantee of absolute safety, with bodyguards available at any moment if needed.

This was equivalent to a free security system, which was indeed crucial for someone with the identity of a divine physician, as travel often led to surveillance and difficulties.

Shi XinXin couldn't figure it out, so she decided to drive to the company directly.

"Boss, keep an eye on the second and third at home. I'm going out for some business. You know, no need to worry about it, my darlings."

Shi XinXin's tone was gentle, but these children were no simpletons. If she didn't explain clearly, she feared they might stir up trouble and cause further problems.

"Okay, Mommy, you go ahead and don't worry. We'll be good and obedient."

Shi Xiaoqian looked composed, not a child who would worry his mother.

However, Shi XinXin felt that she had been too much in the spotlight recently. Given Su Li's temperament, she would likely not let things go. She had to get a firm grip on the company's affairs as soon as possible.

The designers she brought back from abroad were all personally trained by her, so they were quite reliable in that regard.

But she hadn't had time to personally review the designers recruited domestically. Ordinary benefits might not be enough to buy their loyalty.

If Su Li wanted to retaliate for the previous incident, she would inevitably try to undermine the company's internal staff. However, Shi XinXin didn't care about these matters.

Talent was always the same.

Never doubt those you employ, and never employ those you doubt. Using this opportunity to identify those loyal to CL was not a bad idea.

Defection and changing jobs were too common in the business world.

After all, CL's greatest asset was its CEO, a piece of information not publicly disclosed.

"You kids protect yourselves at home. If you encounter any strange people or situations, you have the bodyguards' and assistant's phone numbers. I shouldn't have to worry about you, right?"

She had little concern for the children themselves; they were sharp and intelligent. But she still felt the need to repeatedly remind them, as she was genuinely worried that Su Li, that madwoman, might do something to these three children in her revenge.

"Mommy, don't worry, we're very capable. We won't let the bad guys succeed."

"Get along well with your new daddy!"

Shi Xiao Yu said playfully, his cheeky demeanor making Shi XinXin's teeth ache with annoyance.

"You little brat, who told you you have a new daddy? Go back and play. You're just a kid, saying whatever comes to mind."

Without another word, Shi XinXin shut the door.