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Plan S had been launched quietly in Country Z. The public had no idea of how fierce this underground battle went. All they knew was that a major crime sweep was being carried out within the nation. Many people were being investigated or otherwise implicated.
This matter attracted the close attention of the citizens and the media.
Meanwhile, Tang Xiaowei passed away after her heart failed from overexertion. News of this was being widely reported and dominated the headlines both in print and online. Everyone expressed pain and dismay at her death.
Tang Xiaowei had done so much for charity when she was alive. Her charitable actions had touched many people.
Although this news was extremely shocking, the media didn’t report on it for too long. This was because the headlines were quickly replaced by well-known personalities falling from grace. One after another, high-ranking officials started to make the headlines.
As for Tang Xiaowei’s death, it was like a massive rock tossed into the lake. It created thousands of ripples, but they all eventually died down.
Meanwhile, the Zhishan Club was suddenly left without a leader because of Tang Xiaowei’s death. In her capacity as the vice-president, Zhou Huiyan smoothly took over the Zhishan Club’s operations. All she lacked was the official title.
Zhou Huiyan was preparing to hold a grand memorial banquet for Tang Xiaowei. She invited all the most well-known local personalities to make donations in Tang Xiaowei’s name.
She even had a special column written up on Tang Xiaowei, detailing all her past contributions to charity. In addition, she wanted to publish a novel narrating how Tang Xiaowei had dedicated her life to charity. It would be distributed to all major libraries and bookstores in the country. All publishing rights would belong to the Zhishan Club, while all proceeds would go to charity.
Wen Xinya couldn’t help feeling regretful. “It’s a pity that Tang Xiaowei died before getting her just desserts. But luckily, we managed to preserve the good name of the Zhishan Club and no one else was implicated. However, Aunt Zhou’s methods are truly astonishing. She has really squeezed out every last ounce of Tang Xiaowei’s usefulness.”
Tang Xiaowei belonged to the Korean-Chinese Alliance. She should have been a condemned criminal, but for the sake of the Zhishan Club’s reputation, they had no choice but to keep quiet about her crimes.
Tang Xiaowei sacrificing herself to charity was the best outcome for the Zhishan Club. The club’s reputation would be enhanced by her unconditional “sacrifice”.
Drumming up the theme of “Tang Xiaowei sacrifices herself to charity” during the memorial would definitely garner huge donations.
And the novel about Tang Xiaowei was also expected to earn quite a bit in copyright fees.
Si Yiyan said, “After Tang Xiaowei’s death, the Korean-Chinese Alliance’s power in Country Z will be completely eradicated by us. After Zhou Huiyan takes over the Zhishan Club, she will eliminate anyone with ties to the Korean-Chinese Alliance, in the name of reorganizing the club. Everything will be nicely settled for the Zhishan Club. You no longer have to worry.”
Quietly resolving the Tang Xiaowei problem had been the final result of a discussion between him and Zhou Huiyan. Thereafter, the Zhishan Club would have Zhou Huiyan manning the fort, and there should not be any problems.
Wen Xinya nodded. “Now that Plan S has come to this stage, it’s only a matter of time before we can get rid of the Korean-Chinese Alliance’s power in Country Z. Xia Ruya should be making her move soon. We cannot continue to let her run free. However, Wei Che’s whereabouts are still unknown…”
Wen Xinya couldn’t help frowning at the mention of Wei Che.
She had only heard about the grudge between Wei Che and Lucifer after a casual mention by Xu Xianghu. It was only after some time that she found out that Bai Yixuan, the one who had covered for Si Yiyan and aided his escape during the power struggle at Italy that year, had been a Korean-Chinese Alliance spy embedded in Lucifer all along. He was the one who had caused the death of Si Yiyan’s parents, which nearly resulted in the destruction of the entire Lucifer.
Si Yiyan and he were sworn-enemies.
Wen Xinya had been extremely troubled after knowing all these.
She still recalled that time many years ago when Si Yiyan had told her about this matter. From his dark and conflicted expression then, she could guess that Bai Yixuan was someone very important to him. She had felt rather rueful about how these two were both friends and enemies at the same time.
She never realized that her ruefulness was for naught.
They weren’t friends but arch-enemies who had sworn to kill each other.
She couldn’t imagine how Si Yiyan must have felt when he finally realized the truth of it all. But she could guess he must have been very upset.
Si Yiyan looked serene and calm, but it was only because he kept his feelings hidden deep within. No matter how emotional he felt, he always managed to hide his true emotions under that placid poker face, so that no one would know.
“Wei Che is already a fish in the net. There is no way he will be able to escape us in Capital city. As for Xia Ruya…”
Si Yiyan’s gaze turned harsh. Since Xinya was pregnant, it was not appropriate for her to continue handling this matter. And if Xia Ruya ended up in his hands, he would not be as lenient toward her as Xinya would have been.
Going by all the things that Xia Ruya had done toward Xinya, he would have already gone after Xia Ruya long ago. He had only held back out of respect for Xinya.
Wen Xinya nodded and leaned into Si Yiyan’s arms.
She was pregnant and keeping the baby safe was their number one priority now. She would cede all other matters over to Si Yiyan for the time being. “I will have to trouble you over this period then.”
Things would be tough for sure.
Si Yiyan already had a lot on his plate. Luckily, he was devilishly smart and capable, with an IQ of over 300. That was why he was able to take on so many responsibilities. After she got pregnant, not only did he have to take care of her, but he also had to help look after Lanxin Company. Her heart ached at the thought of this.
Si Yiyan stroked her hair gently. “At this moment, nothing is more important than you keeping healthy.”
Since he had so many responsibilities, it was inevitable that things would be tough for him.
But she had to endure this pregnancy for 10 months. Things were even tougher for her.
Especially since her health and appetite had been poor. She had gotten skinny so fast.
Wen Xinya made an “mmm” sound and gave a small smile.
A woman’s greatest bliss was to find that man who knew how to be considerate to her. And she had the great fortune to have met Si Yiyan.
The Heavens had been kind to her in this second chance at life.
Si Yiyan held her slender shoulders as a dark glint flashed across his eyes. “You must take good care of yourself. In the future, we will be good parents, and then enjoy a long, leisurely life in our old age surrounded by grandchildren.”
That would be the epitome of happiness in life.
Wen Xinya said in a soft voice, “You’re thinking too far into the future.”
However, traces of anticipation could be seen on her face. It was clear that she was full of hope toward the future that Si Yiyan had described.
A peaceful life full of health and tranquility was the best!
A husband and wife living in blissful harmony!
