MAPF Chapter 18

Chapter 18: Obstruction – I’m Willing to Go to Work at the Company

Fifteen years ago, Chen Ning relied on her beauty and scheming to marry into the Bai family, a third-rate wealthy merchant family.

Before long, the Bai family suddenly collapsed, Chen Ning’s husband was imprisoned, and Chen Ning divorced decisively, forced to make a living with her newborn son.

But at that time, Chen Ning was used to being a rich wife and was unwilling to become penniless again. She wanted to live the same kind of life as before, or a life that was a thousand times better. So, she decided to repeat her old tricks, marry into a wealthy family again, and become a noble lady who made money hand over fist and held power.

Chen Ning aimed high, setting her sights on Xie Tian’an.

Xie Tian’an was a leading figure in Jiangcheng’s business world. He inherited his father’s business, and Xie Shi Group occupied most of Jiangcheng’s commercial territory.

The Xie family started with manufacturing, but slowly transformed, catching every trend. Since Xie Tian’an took charge of Xie Shi Group, the group has entered the technology field in recent years and is thriving.

Xie Tian’an himself lost his wife early in life and had not remarried since, devoting all his time to work and neglecting even his only son.

But how could a middle-aged man not be lonely?

Chen Ning needed such a lonely backer to ensure her comfortable life in the second half of her life and to fill her desires.

For this goal, one late night, less than half a year after her biological son was born, she abandoned the child at the entrance of the welfare institute without hesitation, changed her name, and became the current Chen Ning. The Bai family had long been declining, and she had never been able to mix in the circle of rich wives before, so no one knew about her past.

Chen Ning entered a Xie Shi Group branch as a salesperson, working hard to achieve results, and was transferred to the sales headquarters, step by step from an ordinary employee to a team leader, department leader, and then a regional manager.

It took Chen Ning five years to achieve this.

As a member of the management, she finally had the opportunity to attend the company’s annual gala, which Xie Tian’an attended.

Xie Tian’an who attended was extraordinary, and his face, slightly marked by the years, was still deep and handsome, attracting countless people to be enamored with him.

Chen Ning got the opportunity to sit with Xie Tian’an. Amidst the clinking glasses, she used her outstanding beauty and unique insights into sales to gain Xie Tian’an’s favor, and she leapt to become Xie Tian’an’s business assistant, while also serving as a sales consultant.

Chen Ning’s words were pleasing to the ear, and she did things comprehensively. She could help Xie Tian’an block drinks at countless evening social events and send him home. She always arranged everything for Xie Tian’an in a clear and thorough manner regarding countless public affairs.

Finally, one night, Chen Ning got the opportunity to enter the Xie residence and became Xie Tian’an’s female companion.

Seven years ago, Chen Ning resigned from her position as an assistant, only retaining her position as a sales consultant, and publicly married Xie Tian’an, the chairman of Xie Shi Group, causing a sensation throughout the circle. The company was also greatly shocked by this, and many people gossiped behind their backs.

But Chen Ning turned a deaf ear to this. As the madam, she attended various events with Xie Tian’an in an orderly manner, delivered speeches at public relations conferences, and made friends at banquets and wine parties.

Gradually, people were impressed by the water-tight style of this chairman’s wife and paid her their respects.

A woman with no background reached this point by relying on her strength and brains. Whether or not it was utilitarian, it was her ability.

Moreover, she not only handled the company’s affairs well, but also subdued Xie Shiwei, the troublemaker of the Xie family.

Xie Shiwei was notorious in Jiangcheng and could be described as Xie Tian’an’s only stain. How could someone as bad as him accept a young stepmother?

Everyone thought that Chen Ning would stumble over Xie Shiwei, but those who were waiting to see a joke ultimately failed to get their wish.

It is said that Xie Shiwei was indeed particularly disgusted with Chen Ning at first and never gave her a good look at home, but Chen Ning just had a way to win the approval of the troublemaker.

Some people didn’t believe it, but after seeing it with their own eyes, they could only admire her.

Xie Shiwei broke a jade artifact in the exhibition hall, and Xie Tian’an was about to get angry. He immediately hid behind Chen Ning, acting spoiled and begging for protection.

Xie Shiwei would avoid Xie Tian’an when he saw him outside, but instead, he would stick to Chen Ning. If he quarreled with Xie Tian’an, Chen Ning would definitely protect Xie Shiwei and mediate, breaking the stalemate between the Xie family father and son.

It was such a woman who made no mistakes in anything, and now, upon hearing Xie Tian’an’s words, the sweet smile she had maintained for more than ten years disappeared for the first time.

Chen Ning’s resignation from her position as a sales manager and chairman’s assistant at the company, becoming an honorary sales consultant, was a condition Xie Tian’an put forward on the eve of their marriage.

If she couldn’t do it, Chen Ning would not be able to marry into the Xie family.

Obviously, Xie Tian’an thought she was a perfect wife who was considerate at home and could show her face outside, but if she wanted to get this title, Chen Ning had to put herself in the right position and not think about getting involved in Xie Shi Group, let alone trying to get Xie family property.

Chen Ning could only agree and had to thank Xie Tian’an for being considerate of her hard work.

She originally wanted to find an opportunity to persuade Xie Tian’an to return to the company and slowly take power, but Xie Tian’an only gave her some insignificant matters to assist in handling, and she could no longer intervene in the company’s core business.

How could Chen Ning be satisfied?

Xie Tian’an had so many subsidiaries of the group in his hands, what harm would it do to give her one?

If he didn’t give it to her, his hard-working wife, would he leave it all to that idiot Xie Shiwei? How could he say such hypocritical words to recall the past now?

Chen Ning became more and more resentful. The force of her massage increased a lot. Xie Tian’an yelped, and she came back to her senses, hurriedly rubbed Xie Tian’an’s shoulder, and barely put on a smile: “Tian’an, now that Shiwei has started a family, he doesn’t need me to worry about him anymore. I usually have nothing to do but arrange flowers and see exhibitions. It’s very boring. Why don’t you let me go back to the company?”

“Ningning,” Xie Tian’an held Chen Ning’s soft hand on his shoulder, “Isn’t it good for you to be a rich lady in peace?”

Chen Ning said regretfully: “That’s certainly good, but Tian’an, before we got married, I helped you manage the company’s affairs. You know my ability. Now that my son doesn’t like to manage the company, who else can help you share the burden except me? Do you expect those brothers of yours who are eyeing you covetously?”

Xie Tian’an also had two older brothers who were not liked by the old man. Of the Xie family’s many industries, they were only allocated some unimportant hotels and resorts, and they were sarcastic about Xie Tian’an all day long.

Xie Tian’an frowned: “It’s all your fault for spoiling Xie Shiwei and making that kid so unruly.”

Chen Ning’s hand paused slightly, and then she said aggrievedly: “I don’t like to hear that. If I was as harsh as you, would this family still be peaceful?”

“Shiwei is in poor health and can’t stand hard work. Besides, if he had any interest in company affairs, I would persuade him to work hard to some extent, but Shiwei has no interest in business at all. Every time I ask him to go back to the company to work, he throws a tantrum. Why do you have to force him so hard? It’s better to let him be healthy and happy for the rest of his life.”

“I understand.” Xie Tian’an comforted Chen Ning and sighed, “How could I have given birth to such an unpromising son? Well, let’s mention the branch company to Shiwei when he comes, and if he insists on not going, then you can go and help me.”

Chen Ning was overjoyed.

Xie Tian’an finally let go. It seemed that her many years of hard work were still useful.

Chen Ning put her arms around Xie Tian’an’s shoulders and kissed him on the face. Her eyes were shining: “I knew you still needed me.”

As the two were joking, the doorbell rang three times.

“Sir, Madam, Young Master is back.” The servant called out.

Over there, Xie Shiwei entered the door, put down the large and small bags, took a deep breath, rushed over and hugged Xie Tian’an enthusiastically: “Dad, I miss you!” Then, regardless of Xie Tian’an’s stiff expression, he gave Chen Ning a quick hug: “Aunt Chen, I miss you too!”

Chen Ning gave Xie Shiwei a red envelope with a smile. He Qin also stepped forward: “I asked someone to bring two boxes of wine from abroad. Shiwei also prepared gifts for you. Open them and see if you like them.”

The servants presented the gift boxes. Chen Ning was in a good mood and was happy to see anything. She was not pretentious at all and directly put on the necklace: “Shiwei has really good taste. I saw this one when I passed by before and was thinking about buying it one day.”

“It looks especially good on you,” Xie Shiwei complimented perfunctorily, turned his head and looked at Xie Tian’an expectantly, “Dad, what about you? Do you like it?”

Xie Tian’an examined the retro and elegant alligator leather belt in the box, feeling satisfied in his heart, but his words were unforgiving: “This doesn’t look like your taste. Did He Qin help you choose it?”

Xie Shiwei protested: “I picked this one, I picked it for almost an hour.”

Chen Ning joked a few words with a smile, and the four of them sat down around the dining table.

During dinner, Chen Ning told Xie Shiwei and He Qin about the opening ribbon-cutting ceremony of the new company next Monday, especially mentioning the [omitted characters] of Commercial Times Magazine. Xie Shiwei immediately understood: “Aunt Chen, Dad, don’t worry, He Qin and I will definitely perform very well at the ceremony.”

“Don’t worry.” He Qin also said.

“Really sensible,” Chen Ning smiled, “Shiwei, there’s another thing, Auntie wants to ask for your opinion.”

“What is it?” Xie Shiwei asked.

“It’s about the company,” Chen Ning picked up a sea cucumber and put it in Xie Tian’an’s bowl, “There are a lot of things after the branch company opens. Your dad can’t handle it all. If you’re still unwilling to manage the company’s affairs, Auntie will take the initiative to volunteer and go back to work.”

Xie Shiwei clicked his tongue inwardly.

Chen Ning couldn’t hold back any longer.

The former Xie Shiwei would definitely support Chen Ning going to work with both hands and feet, and he would go to enjoy himself.

But he would never let Chen Ning succeed!

Xie Shiwei lowered his head and smiled sinisterly, and looked at Chen Ning sincerely: “Aunt Chen, if you go to work at the company, what if you get tired and ugly and become an ugly monster?” Then he put his hands on his hips and complained to Xie Tian’an, “Dad, don’t you feel sorry for Aunt Chen?”

When Xie Tian’an heard this, he immediately reprimanded Xie Shiwei for not being serious.

“Shiwei, if Auntie doesn’t go, this burden will fall on your shoulders.” Chen Ning leisurely took a sip of water chestnut and coconut soup, waiting calmly for Xie Shiwei to refuse.

The next second, Xie Shiwei said: “It’s okay, Aunt Chen, I’m willing to go to work at the company.”

With a “plop,” Chen Ning’s soup spoon fell into the bowl, splashing a few drops of soup.

She raised her head in shock. Xie Shiwei was smiling at her, smiling especially innocently and harmlessly.