Inheritance of Two Trillion

Chapter 1382: Chapter 1260: Heading to the Wei Family_2

On the other side, the Maybach drove quietly along the road.

Mr. He sat in the front passenger seat, seemingly intentional, yet casually, glancing back to take a few extra looks at Bai Xiaosheng.

He had a smile on his face, but his eyes carried a scrutinizing, curious expression.

To make his actions seem less abrupt and impolite, Mr. He made an effort to engage Bai Xiaosheng in conversation with a friendly smile.

”Mr. Bai, you’re from Huaxia?”

”Yes.” Bai Xiaosheng responded with a smile.

This Mr. He looked even older than Bai Xiaosheng’s own father, and the middle-aged driver showed him utmost respect.

Presumably, he had been with the Wei Family for many years and likely held a significant position.

Therefore, Bai Xiaosheng treated him with politeness.

”My ancestral home is in Shangyun. Do you know that place, Mr. Bai?” Mr. He asked, his eyes gleaming slightly.

Shangyun Province—Shang Wenshu was there. Bai Xiaosheng had been there, so naturally, he knew.

”I’ve been to Shangyun’s provincial capital and a few other cities. The development there has been very rapid and remarkable,” Bai Xiaosheng said sincerely. ”Which city is your hometown? I might have visited it.”

Instantly, Mr. He’s expression grew even more enthusiastic.

Perhaps, having reached a certain age, one couldn’t help but feel nostalgia for their hometown and pay extra attention to news of it.

Subsequently, Bai Xiaosheng and Mr. He had a conversation about the changes in Shangyun.

Mr. He listened with both joy and wistfulness.

After chatting for a while, Mr. He’s attitude toward Bai Xiaosheng subtly shifted, becoming more amicable toward this young man who delivered news about his old home.

Once the topic of hometowns was exhausted, Mr. He chuckled and said, ”Mr. Bai, you may not know this, but all the guests coming this time made their way here on their own. There’s never been a precedent for sending a car to pick anyone up. It was Miss Xuelian who specially instructed me to come pick you up. Miss Xuelian truly values you greatly.”

”Thank you for your trouble, Mr. He,” Bai Xiaosheng expressed his gratitude again and then asked with a smile, ”Are there going to be many guests this time?”

Now that he’d warmed up to Mr. He, Bai Xiaosheng wanted to gather some information to be prepared.

Mr. He was also willing to share a bit more with this young man. ”Actually, asking about the number of guests isn’t quite appropriate. Because most of the people coming today are the Old Master’s grandsons and granddaughters. Some outsiders, who don’t know the ins and outs or the real details, and even some with ulterior motives, are spreading claims that Miss Xuelian is being heavily favored and will become the next Family Head because the Wei Family isn’t prospering and is short on heirs. They’ve even spoken of this as if it’s true. But really, that’s utter nonsense! How could such a large family like the Wei Family lack heirs? The Old Master actually has five sons and three daughters. Including grandsons and granddaughters, there are more than fifteen of them in total. It’s just that the Old Master dislikes them flaunting their status and prefers they act with utmost discretion. Some people even within the family business don’t know how many descendants the Wei Family truly has. A few of the elder grandsons and granddaughters already have children of their own, and they’ll be bringing them along this time too. It’ll be quite lively.”

”Certainly a thriving family!” Bai Xiaosheng couldn’t help but express admiration.

Mr. He nodded and smiled, ”Besides them, there will also be some young people from other prominent families, as well as friends of the Wei Family’s young masters and young ladies.”

As he spoke, Mr. He gave Bai Xiaosheng a meaningful look. ”Some of them may even have an interest in Miss Xuelian!”

Bai Xiaosheng was momentarily stunned by this remark.

Did that mean he might encounter ”rivals” during this period?

”Of course, those who dare openly express admiration for Miss Xuelian are all from notable families, confident in their own qualifications. However, when the Wei Family selects a son-in-law, background is important, but what’s more crucial is the person! After all, this is about choosing a husband, not seeking external assets.” Mr. He said, giving Bai Xiaosheng a deep look. ”Mr. Bai... you are a close friend of Miss Xuelian. She holds you in high regard... please don’t let her down!”

After saying this, Mr. He chuckled apologetically.

”Haha, I’m getting old, my mind isn’t as sharp—always rambling on. Mr. Bai, please don’t mind.”

This wasn’t mere rambling; it was a subtle reminder. Bai Xiaosheng nodded seriously, ”Mr. He is absolutely right! Those words are worth listening to—I certainly wouldn’t mind them!”

Mr. He smiled, looking at Bai Xiaosheng with even greater respect.

Bai Xiaosheng had no idea that there were already rumors circulating within the Wei Family.

Rumors about how Miss Xuelian insisted on going to Asia’s Huaxia because she had a close male friend—or even a romantic interest—there.

Rumors about how her drastic transformation into someone who fully immersed herself in family business and affairs stemmed from some agreement with the family, all for the sake of that person.

Rumors suggesting Miss Xuelian might even make irrational decisions for the sake of that individual...

In short, the speculation ran rampant.

Some rumors were innocently overheard by servants, while others were deliberately spread by Miss Xuelian’s uncles!

Ultimately, the Gentle and Virtuous Miss Xuelian’s ambition to inherit the position of Family Head had its supporters, but it also faced many opponents working quietly against her!

At the age of fifteen, Miss Xuelian and the other younger generation members underwent top-tier intelligence tests and assessments of their business acumen.

Miss Xuelian had far surpassed everyone at that time—and by a considerable margin!

Because of this, the Old Master and her father had wholeheartedly cultivated her, aiming for her to take over as the next Family Head!

Since Miss Xuelian began engaging in family affairs, the abilities and intellect she demonstrated in just two or three short years had already left everyone astonished and speechless!

However, this didn’t mean some individuals would change their stance to support her as Family Head.

On the contrary, those people became even more resolute in their attempts to obstruct her path to inheriting the position.

After all, if Miss Xuelian’s father was already the Family Head, and she ascended next, it would likely mean monopolized control of the family’s power within their branch—what future prospects would remain for the other branches?