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Chapter 38 Dad, you're being a little biased.
C城

Pei Group, Chairman's Office.

Upon entering, the first thing that catches the eye is a huge solid wood desk. Behind the desk, a display case made of solid wood holds exquisitely carved bronze statues, and various valuable works of art and collectibles are also surrounding it, making it resemble a small museum.

"Dad, you wanted to see me?"

Pei Cheng stood in front of the desk. In the company, he had always been very respectful to Pei Jianhua.

“I heard that Chengze is going to hold a charity auction this Saturday. This must be Pei Ming’s idea, right?” Pei Jianhua got up from his chair and walked to the sofa.

“Now Pei Ming is managing the Ming Group, so everything should be his decision.” Pei Cheng followed behind Pei Jianhua.

Pei Jianhua walked to the sofa and sat down, and Pei Cheng then sat down opposite him.

"That kid, we asked him to come to the Pei Group's headquarters but he wouldn't come. Instead, he went to work for someone else and is doing incredibly well." Pei Jianhua seemed to be complaining about Pei Ming, but the smile at the corner of his mouth betrayed him.

“I’ve known him better than anyone since we were kids. He must have his own little thoughts. As his older brother, all I can do is wish him well.”

"You only wish him well?" Pei Jianhua's words were loaded with meaning; he knew Pei Cheng understood.

"Oh, Dad, don't worry. I will definitely represent the Pei Group to attend Chengze's charity auction in Jiangcheng this Saturday."

With that matter settled, Pei Jianhua began assigning Pei Cheng the next task: "While you're at it, go and explain the engagement arrangements to Pei Ming, and tell him not to let it interfere with his important business."

Now that Pei Ming's problems had all fallen on his shoulders, Pei Cheng joked with Pei Jianhua, "Dad, I feel like you're being a little biased. Aren't you being extra attentive to Pei Ming?"

"As you know, Pei Ming has been in poor health since childhood, so I naturally pay more attention to him than to you. I'm used to favoring him." Pei Jianhua knew that Pei Cheng was joking, so he deliberately went along with it.

"It doesn't matter. I have the power. Sooner or later, I'll kick him out of the Pei family."

"They have the Ming Group now, why would they care about your little bit of family fortune? You can keep it."

"But seriously, doesn't Pei Ming seem like he's become someone else's live-in son-in-law? You raised your son with so much effort, and now he's run off with someone else's daughter and doesn't want you, his father, anymore." Pei Cheng couldn't help but laugh after saying this.

"That seems to make sense. Pei Ming might stay in Jiangcheng from now on and not go back to C City." As he said this, Pei Jianhua started to miss Pei Ming.

"A married son is like water spilled from a bowl; once a son grows up, he is no longer under his father's control."

Pei Cheng's tactics were all aimed at hitting Pei Jianhua right where it hurts.

Pei Jianhua had accomplished his goal, and he waved to Pei Cheng, "Get lost, you'd better go get back to work."

Saturday's good weather was a major help, and Susie took an unconventional approach to the charity auction venue, placing all of Ming Chengze's paintings in a large rural area in the suburbs.

Surrounded by blue skies, white clouds, flowers, and grass, it makes one feel even more joyful.

As the people attending the charity auction took their seats, to Pei Ming's surprise, Tong Ziyan appeared at the scene arm in arm with Pei Cheng.

"Brother, sister-in-law, what brings you here?" Pei Ming was pleasantly surprised, but he remained calm.

“I’m here on my father’s orders to represent the Pei family and support you.”

"Pei Ming, where's your wife?"

After asking Pei Ming this question, Tong Ziyan's eyes unconsciously searched everywhere for people who resembled Ming Weiyi.

However, Ming Weiyi and her companion did not get to see them, but Ming Chengze and his companion did.

Pei Ming and Pei Cheng do look somewhat alike. Ming Chengze recognized Pei Cheng at a glance with his titanium alloy dog ​​eyes, so he happily walked towards Pei Cheng.

"If I'm not mistaken, you must be Pei Cheng!" Upon seeing Pei Cheng, Ming Chengze was as happy as a child. "Chengze, it's been so many years, you're still as lively as ever." Pei Cheng smiled happily at Ming Chengze.

"This must be my incredibly beautiful sister-in-law, right?" Ming Chengze's words were incredibly sweet when he spoke to Tong Ziyan.

Tong Ziyan was naturally happy to be praised by Ming Chengze, but she still changed the subject to Ming Weiyi, saying, "Don't joke around, I heard that your sister is a super beauty."

Ming Chengze casually replied, "She's alright, I guess."

"Then...where is she?"

It was clear that Tong Ziyan really wanted to see Ming Weiyi, so Ming Chengze whispered to Tong Ziyan, "My sister has been lurking in the Ming Group. It's not convenient for her to show up today. I'll secretly point out which one is my sister to you later."

"Okay!" Tong Ziyan nodded, and the plot was considered a success.

As Fu Baiqing said, the charity auction was indeed broadcast live. Ming Chengze was already very popular, and this auction, which brought together various business people, further boosted his popularity.

At the auction, Pei Cheng, as the representative of the Pei Group, naturally entered the camera's view.

In the scene, Tong Ziyan is whispering something to Pei Cheng with a smile, and she exudes happiness.

This scene made those watching from outside their phone screens unconsciously feel their hearts tighten.

City A

In the bustling film crew, the actors were all preparing for the next scene with makeup and costumes, and the set was filled with all kinds of costumes, wigs and props.

However, the next scene didn't feature the female lead; she was currently relaxing in the lounge watching the live broadcast of the Ming Group's charity auction.

"In my own name, I will bid for the next artwork that will be auctioned," the actress said, tossing her phone to her assistant.

The assistant carefully watched the live stream and expressed her confusion, saying, "Huh? The final transaction amount at this kind of auction is not a small sum."

The actress gently closed her eyes. "I know, you can just buy it for me."

"Okay..." The assistant knew that she shouldn't ask what she shouldn't ask, and shouldn't meddle in what she shouldn't meddle in.

C城

Thirty minutes later, the news of actress Xia Wanfeng, who had just won the Best Actress award this year, bidding online suddenly became the number one trending topic.

The assistant stared intently at her phone screen. Living up to Xia Wanfeng's expectations, she used her status as a movie queen to snap a picture of Ming Chengze's painting.

With Xia Wanfeng's participation, the popularity of this charity auction reached its peak.

With Xia Wanfeng's participation, the charity auction gained even more popularity, and the auction prices also soared.

Sitting in the first row, Pei Ming silently took out his phone and opened WeChat. He opened the search bar and found someone's WeChat account.

The WeChat profile picture is a lazy orange cat, and the contact name is Xia Wanfeng.

"Thank you for today. I'll treat you to a meal sometime."

"There's no need for that. We'll meet again someday."

Looking at Xia Wanfeng's reply on her phone screen, Pei Ming smiled with her head down. This person was still the same as always, acting like a cocky older sister.

(End of this chapter)