Chapter 182: Duty Over Family

first.“She doesn't drink, I'll drink for her.” 。He didn't give anyone a chance, and just raised his cup and drank it down. 。Eating at this open-air barbecue joint is all about the ambiance and relax...He remained calm and composed, standing there without even sitting down, like an outsider. 。The expression was also very cold, saying:

"I believe you all know that I'm married to Tinglan. I didn't tell you beforehand because the reason is something you probably understand better than me." 。Since we're married, I won't ever divorce, so stop wasting your time. 。All three elders of the Zhuo family frowned at him, waiting for his next words. 。He looked at Cheng Zhimin again, his tone slightly heavier, but still cold. 。"Mom, I asked you before, no matter what happens, you can always come to me, but you can't go to Tinglan, and you can't make things difficult for her." 。You promised me, you said you could. 。But today, what did you do" At that, his emotions finally fluctuated, his eyes filled not only with anger but also with sorrow. To reach this point was not his wish. 。"I've told you about the importance Tinglan holds to me, but I doubt any of you know just how far I would go for her!"He said this as he flung a thick stack of files from his hand. The papers glided out and landed silently on the plush carpet of the meeting room. 。

On the side of the video, Old Master Zhu sat silently in his study, watching the commotion here. 。Cheng Zhimin lowered her head to look at the files, her face instantly turning pale and white. Her hands trembled uncontrollably, and she couldn't utter a word for half a day. 。The nanny in the distance saw this and hurriedly fetched various medicines, such as those for lowering blood pressure and quick-acting heart pills. 。"Teacher Cheng, please don't worry, don't get angry and hurt your body." 。"As she said this, she fed her the medicine. " 。Cheng Zhimin lay on the sofa, his face still pale, but he couldn't speak. 。Zuo Hong also saw the files scattered on the ground, his temples throbbing, his brow furrowed, and he roared in anger.

“You bastard, what do you want to do”

Zuo Hong had never in his life imagined that one day he would be brought down by his own son. He was filled with nothing but rage. 。Those files were the stains on his life, containing his youthful indiscretions with other women that should never have been spoken of, and details of both passive and active, unspeakable transgressions he committed during his time in power. 。In this world of power, how many people are truly clean Even the most upright person can be found out. "How could that be Where did you get this" Cheng Zhim in's face was still pale, but she finally had the strength to speak. She asked incredulously and trembled. 。Back then, when Zhuo Hong's amorous affairs outside were discovered, the old master handled them quickly and cleanly. Even his closest confidants didn't know about it. How could his son, Zhuo Yu’an, have such detailed information 。When she asked this, there was even fear in her voice. She hadn't expected her son to be so scheming and cunning. 。And how did Zhu Hong find out about all those official matters of his

The entire living room was deathly silent at this moment, the old master Zhu on the video intently gazed at the commotion happening on this side of the lens. 。He understood it best, this grandson was raised by him. When it came to intelligence, cunning, scheming, and ruthlessness, he was in no way inferior to Zhu Hong. 。

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The entire Zhu family believed he had no interest in his career, and they trusted him immensely. They always discussed matters at home openly, without any reservations about him being present. 。Don't let his seemingly absent-minded demeanor fool you, he remembers everything. 。Zuo Yu'an was still cold, not that he didn't care about family affection, but it had touched his bottom line, and he would never back down. 。。And my marriage, I make the decisions myself. 。"He paused, then continued,

"If you still insist on going your own way, then these files will not appear in this house, but in the public eye." 。This was cruel enough. The implied meaning was that for Shu Tinglan, he could even commit fratricide and destroy the entire Zhuo family to achieve his goals. 。

He said nothing more after that. That was all he had to say.

His father, Zhu Hong, was transferred during a crucial period. The foundation laid by the Zhu family since the time of their patriarch was built upon integrity and impartiality. If the outside world were to learn about Zhu Hong's past romantic entanglements, or the projects he had approved in violation of regulations or the money he had received, it would not only be devastating for the Zhu family, but could also implicate a series of individuals. At that time, the entire court would be shaken. 。He wouldn't threaten his parents and grandfather with this unless they crossed a line. 。Old Master Zhuo was also furious on the video, scolding Zhuo Hong: "You incompetent thing, being strangled by your own son's fate at the throat! You are the first!" 。After saying that, he hung up the video call directly. 。Zuo Yu'an also turned and left the Zuo family, unwilling to stay any longer. 。Zhuo Hong was indeed like someone had choked him, his face flushed red and white in turn. His anger hadn't subsided, he glared at Cheng Zhimin as she breathed out "Failure is more than enough!"His words hit Cheng Zhimin's sore spot. 。She also has her own job and holds a high position. People outside call her Teacher Cheng, but at home, she has never received a good look from Zhuo Hong, let alone a word of affirmation. 。She was on the verge of breaking down, as if she were going to vent out years of suppression. She hysterically pointed at Zhu Hong and screamed: "

“Who is responsible for this mess If you hadn't messed around outside all those years, if you hadn't ignored advice and insisted on taking that money, would you be threatened by your son today A father who doesn't educate his son is to blame. You are the most useless person in your life. You were arranged by your grandfather above and looked down upon by your son below. You only dare to show off your power in front of me>>>" 。Zoe, I've had enough too. 。"After she finished speaking, I felt my blood pressure rise again. The nanny rushed over to help her up.

"Ms. Cheng, please say less. Everyone is on edge today. Don't say anything hurtful or irrevocable." 。The nanny has worked in this family for over 20 years, no one knows the ins and outs of the Zhuo family better than her. 。That's also why she's more observant and cautious than other nannies, which is precisely the reason why the discerning Cheng Zhimin has always kept her on. 。"All I have left in my life besides a name that is truly exceptional, what else is there" It was precisely because she only had this title of "truly exceptional" left that she valued it even more, cherishing the sense of superiority that came with maintaining this identity. 。

Soothed by the nanny, he finally calmed down. 。Zhuo Hong didn't care about her insults. These tired complaints were what Cheng Zhimin always brought up during every argument. 。He and Cheng Zhimin were a political marriage. Over the years, they didn't say they loved each other, but at least they treated each other with courtesy. 。When he was young, there were times of discontent. He inevitably had impure thoughts when encountering a girl he liked. But these are all scenery and passersby in life, only this position and identity could make him linger. 。Therefore, addressing the current issue is paramount. 。"What's the background of that Shu Tinglan Have you checked on him"ht just give it to us.”Gu Ruanruan was actually feeling very unwell today. She had walked back to school alone from Lu Kuo's place last night and caught a little rain, probably coming down with a feve...