Hello, Jie Fen – CH71

Chapter 71: After a Hard Day’s Work, One Should Enjoy Life

Having taken care of his physical needs, Chi Wang felt much more refreshed.

Although he was quite embarrassed, he gave high praise to Xie Sicheng’s skills—in his heart, of course.

Just one bold move, and he could enjoy an exceptionally good night’s sleep!

Sure enough, the brave enjoy life first (x).

He wanted more next time!

The following day, after Xie Sicheng went to work, Chi Wang threw himself into his tasks at home.

Even though his work was now highly flexible and no one was pressuring him, as an honest and dutiful worker, he still preferred to deliver his results promptly.

The auntie brought him a plate of food, and Chi Wang ate while working.

At that moment, someone came to visit—people sent by Xiao Fu.

Chi Wang was startled and belatedly took out his phone, only to realize that Xiao Fu hadn’t sent him any messages.

Compared to recent times when Xiao Fu would send 99+ messages at the drop of a hat, it was now excessively quiet.

He felt a bit uneasy.

But he didn’t have time to think too much. He let them in; the person was well-dressed, wearing a neat and tailored suit. He said he was Xiao Fu’s secretary. From his briefcase, he took out a stack of paper documents and explained the purpose of his visit to Chi Wang:

“These are the assets that Mr. Xiao has prepared for you.”

He took them out one by one. “This is a 15% share transfer agreement of Xiao Group; this is a 31% share transfer agreement of Leqing Bar; this is a 12% share of Changming Hotel…”

In the end, he took out a stack of cards. “These are the dividends from these assets for the recent quarter. Mr. Xiao has deposited them into these cards, but they’re still under his name. You can transfer them out; the password is six zeros. There’s also this supplementary black card—you can use it freely, and it’ll directly deduct from Mr. Xiao’s account. There’s no limit.”

He presented a pile of items, leaving Chi Wang dumbfounded. He asked, “For such important matters, why didn’t he come himself?”

The secretary said, “Mr. Xiao is very busy. He went abroad on a business trip last night, so he asked me to handle this on his behalf.”

He added, “He also bought a house near H University; it’s not far from here. Here’s the key. Mr. Xiao also bought you a car, which is in the garage. Once you get your driver’s license, you can drive it.”

As he spoke, he took out another set of keys, including both the house and car keys.

Chi Wang: “…”

He felt even more unsettled.

He said to the secretary, “Please take these back for now; we’ll discuss it when he returns.”

The secretary was silent for a moment before saying, “Mr. Chi, please sign them. Mr. Xiao instructed me to watch you sign them; otherwise, he’ll fire me.”

Chi Wang: “??”

Well then, he picked up his phone and called Xiao Fu.

After a while, Xiao Fu answered, “Hello? What’s up?”

Chi Wang said, “Brother, what’s going on? Why are you giving me so many shares?”

Xiao Fu paused before saying, “I was going to give them to you anyway. Did you forget? I’ve also divided up Mother’s inheritance—we each get half. I think you should have shares in Xiao Group as well. Logically, if Xiao Wenzhou hadn’t transferred assets, Mom would have at least taken half of his assets. She should have had at least 15% of Xiao Group. I’m just giving you what should have belonged to Mom. As for the rest, these are assets I’ve acquired over the years. I haven’t given you everything—just a portion. You should accept them.”

Chi Wang said, “But it’s too much. Are you giving me all this to cut ties with me?”

Xiao Fu: “…”

Xiao Fu didn’t respond.

Chi Wang had only been testing the waters with that question, but Xiao Fu’s reaction made him feel uncomfortable. “What’s with your reaction? Are you really trying to cut ties with me? Just because I shifted some blame onto you?”

Chi Wang was genuinely a bit shocked. He had thought Xiao Fu might feel guilty, but he hadn’t expected it to this extent. He earnestly said, “If you feel guilty, just don’t do such things in the future. I don’t blame you; why are you always so extreme? We’re all adults—don’t be so black and white! If you want to blame someone, blame Cousin Xiao Chengfeng. I heard you’ve already beaten him into the hospital, so that’s enough. After beating him, don’t blame yourself anymore.”

“My baby can’t grow up without a father or without an uncle.”

Xiao Fu: “…I didn’t intend to cut ties with you.”

He just didn’t dare to face him.

Chi Wang said, “That’s good then. If you really feel guilty, just don’t do such illegal things in the future. I don’t want to have to take the baby to visit you in prison.”

Xiao Fu: “Just sign the agreements first.”

Chi Wang said, “I won’t sign. We’ll discuss it when you get back.”

Xiao Fu said, “Please sign them first. I won’t stop you from being with Xie Sicheng, but I don’t want him to look down on you.”

He didn’t approve of Chi Wang and Xie Sicheng’s relationship in his heart, but he also knew that since Chi Wang was pregnant with Xie Sicheng’s child, unless they aborted it, they now had a deep bond that couldn’t be easily severed.

And Chi Wang obviously valued this child. Although he had found out that Chi Wang initially wanted to abort it, now Chi Wang’s anticipation for the baby was clear—even if he didn’t show it deliberately, his protective gestures towards his belly were enough for Xiao Fu to understand that he wanted this baby.

Xiao Fu was rebellious and unruly; many people feared and respected him, treading carefully around him to avoid offending him.

He had a bad reputation in the circle—vengeful, ruthless, acting without scruples. Indeed, as Chi Wang thought, he was someone destined for prison.

But he didn’t want Chi Wang to fear him. He wanted to be a good brother. Even though his initial impression on Chi Wang wasn’t good, he still hoped to be a good brother.

So Xiao Fu could only handle this matter gently; he didn’t dare to do anything to Xie Sicheng.

He compiled everything he could give to Chi Wang, genuinely hoping he would accept it. In his eyes, Xie Sicheng was just a scoundrel. Even if Chi Wang was pregnant with his child, given Chi Wang’s status, he would surely be the one abandoned.

After all, men are all like that; what is a child compared to interests and benefits, which are eternal.

With Chi Wang holding 15% of Xiao Group’s shares, he would earn several hundred million yuan annually. Adding other shares, Chi Wang would have assets to rely on. If Xie Sicheng dared to abandon him, he’d have to think twice. Plus, with Xiao Fu—if that day ever came, Xiao Fu promised he would go and take care of Xie Sicheng.

Even if he couldn’t do it himself, he could hire mercenaries. Unless Xie Sicheng never left the country for the rest of his life.

Thinking this way was the only way to comfort his pain and resentment over recognizing his brother not long ago, only for his brother to become pregnant with his arch-enemy’s child.

Although it was a bit of an Ah Q spirit , he couldn’t help it.

Since Xiao Fu put it that way, Chi Wang didn’t dare to speak up for Xie Sicheng. If he said that Xie wouldn’t look down on him, Xiao Fu might explode; he wasn’t that tactless.

But he still didn’t really want to sign. These were Xiao Fu’s assets, and even though they were brothers, Xiao Fu was giving him too much.

Moreover, Chi Wang remembered that dispersing shares wasn’t a good thing. However, Xiao Fu had always wanted to give him assets, having mentioned it several times. If he continued to refuse, it would make their relationship distant. So he didn’t refuse further, only saying, “I can sign, but you’re giving me too much. I think we need to discuss it. How about I take 5% instead of 15%?”

Xiao Fu was silent for a moment before agreeing, “You take 5%, and the baby gets 10%.”

Chi Wang: “Ah…”

He couldn’t help wiping his sweat. The baby was now truly becoming a second-generation rich kid, though the “second generation” wasn’t him but the baby’s uncle, Xiao Fu.

Chi Wang said, “Let’s discuss it when you get back, okay, brother?”

Xiao Fu agreed.

Chi Wang breathed a sigh of relief, ending the call and temporarily brushing the matter aside.

He looked at the secretary. He had been on speakerphone just now, so the secretary had heard everything. The secretary put away the agreements one by one but left the two cards and the set of keys.

He said to Chi Wang, “This is Ms. Yang’s inheritance, which has been divided. This is the unlimited supplementary card. Please accept these.”

Chi Wang didn’t refuse these and accepted them readily.

After sending off the secretary, he put the cards and keys into the drawer of the coffee table.

The fact that Xiao Fu’s secretary had come couldn’t be hidden from Xie Sicheng.

The auntie casually mentioned it to him but didn’t say much, maintaining a clear sense of boundaries.

When Xie came back for lunch at noon, he casually asked about it.

Chi Wang replied offhandedly, “It’s nothing much; they just came to give me money.”

Xie lowered his eyes, looking at the clear old duck and cordyceps soup in his bowl, so clear that it reflected his image. His thick black eyelashes hid the emotions in his eyes.

Xiao Fu had reasons to give him money, but he didn’t. He still had to find roundabout ways to give things to Chi Wang.

Xie didn’t ask further.

Now that Chi Wang was at this stage of pregnancy, his needs were always high. He would become inexplicably restless, especially at night.

He no longer handled it himself; at night, Xie would help him.

Combining work and rest was Chi Wang’s motto!

After working hard all day, one should enjoy life properly. (?)

But this time, when Xie was helping him, he lowered his head slightly and left a kiss on Chi Wang’s neck.

At the time, Chi Wang didn’t notice, but Xie became increasingly bold, his cool lips wandering over Chi Wang’s neck, leaving light kisses, finally landing on Chi Wang’s lips.

It wasn’t until Xie’s tongue pried open Chi Wang’s lips and teeth that he realized what was happening.

Chi Wang had never kissed before and was so startled that he wanted to push Xie away. But Xie’s physique was much stronger and broader than his; Chi Wang didn’t have the strength to push him away at that moment.

Xie kissed him deeply, the moist sounds echoing in the empty bedroom.

He held Chi Wang’s hands with one hand, restraining them above his head. A strong and dangerous sense of aggression permeated Chi Wang’s entire body.

…Such a strange feeling.

Chi Wang felt as if his body was becoming even hotter.

His struggles gradually lost strength. More importantly, with his weakness held in someone else’s hands, he didn’t dare to struggle too fiercely.

Both above and below were being invaded; Chi Wang was utterly confused.

*

After it ended, Xie silently cleaned Chi Wang in the dark. Before Chi Wang regained his senses, he cradled Chi Wang’s most precious belly, lowering his head to plant a series of kisses.

At that moment, the baby suddenly kicked him, responding to him.

The corners of Xie’s mouth lifted, his dark eyes filled with joy.

Ah Q spirit: Refers to self-deception or comforting oneself through false reasoning, originating from Lu Xun’s novella “The True Story of Ah Q.”