So all the wives were waiting for me to break up with them.

Seeing Zhou You's dazed expression with his wet fingers, a smug smile just appeared on his lips.

"Pfft~~" Ning Moxin laughed.

"why are you laughing?"

"I remembered something happy."

"Humph."

"..."

An ordinary breakfast becomes extraordinary because of the company of the older sisters, carrying a heartwarming taste of happiness.

In Chen Tangtang's words, it's like having a really sweet piece of candy in your mouth, and you can't help but laugh as you eat it.

After breakfast, they didn't plan to leave the hotel to go out and have fun.

Not only does Ning Moxin have important business to attend to later, but Xitang isn't very big either. We almost finished exploring it all yesterday, visiting places like Zhang Zheng Root Carving Museum, Anjing Bridge, Zuiyuan Garden, Shipin Lane, and more.

They planned to rest for a while and then soak in the hot springs. After all, it was known as the "Beauty Spring," so how could they not soak a few more times since they were already there?

Of course, he wouldn't refuse, and even wanted to use the small hot spring pool in the room.

Although this hot spring pool is small and would definitely be cramped for four people, that's precisely why it's cramped!

It's all about squeezing in and getting tangled up with the older women's long, white legs underwater, reaching out to touch all sorts of things – that's what makes it so enjoyable!

Do you agree with this logic?

…………

Zhou You's idea was good, but compared to the monotonous little hot spring in the room, the older women preferred the diverse and unique hot springs outside.

Therefore, his idea of ​​a dragon and three phoenixes bathing together was politely declined.

The older women went to soak in the hot springs, all lovey-dovey.

Of course, this time they changed into very conservative swimsuits, and wore beautiful yukatas that covered them well. Moreover, as soon as someone approached, they would simply move to another place.

It was 2 PM.

Knock knock knock~~

Zhou You, who had stayed in the room waiting for the older women to return from the hot springs, opened the door and saw a woman with delicate features standing outside. She was serious and unsmiling, like an old accountant from an old-fashioned era.

"Excuse me, are you Mr. Zhou You?"

"It's me. What do you want?"

"Old Ning asked me to come find you; he wants to talk to you alone."

The woman bowed slightly and respectfully stated her purpose, "Mr. Zhou, would you do me the honor of doing me this favor?"

"Row."

Zhou You thought for a moment, then nodded. "Lead the way."

The woman turned around decisively and quietly led the way, with Zhou You following quietly behind her.

The two arrived at a teahouse one after the other. The woman bent down to open the door, seemingly not intending to go in together.

Zhou You walked into the room alone. Ning Chutang sat down, brewed tea, and looked at him calmly.

"sit."

"Ah."

After a brief conversation, Zhou You sat down opposite Ningchutang.

"Have some tea."

"Thank you."

"Need not."

"..."

Zhou You picked up his teacup and took a sip of tea. Having known Ning Moxin for so long, he had long since learned how to appreciate tea.

The two remained silent, each sipping their tea, for a long time afterward.

Ning Chutang spoke.

"How long do you think it can last to use emotions to protect interests?"

"I'm not trying to protect my interests with emotions; I just want to protect this relationship."

“You’re still too young,” Ning Chutang shook his head.

"Perhaps you think my idea is wrong, but in my opinion, you are the one who is wrong."

Zhou You replied neither humbly nor arrogantly, "Compared to this brilliant relationship, everything else pales in comparison. What I want to grasp is what I consider the most precious thing."

"You love them very much?"

"Ah."

"And what about them?"

“He loves me very much too.” Zhou You replied without hesitation.

"You are very determined."

"of course."

"..."

Ning Chutang poured herself another cup of tea and sipped it slowly until she was halfway through.

I still disagree with your idea.

He paused, then continued speaking to himself, "But I will make my choice."

"Your choice?"

"From now on, the Ning family will support you with all its might, just like the Yun Group and the Chen family. Whenever you need us, the entire Ning family will be there for you."

"What? Are you trying to get something from me again? Is that why you're giving me this benefit?" Zhou You guessed.

He found it strange that the person offering him such unsolicited and unusual hospitality was Ning Chutang.

Ning Chutang remained calm, saying, "You can take this as me losing; this is my compensation to you."

How do I know if you're plotting something?

“In the next few years, I will gradually transfer power to my successor. The conflict between you and me is ultimately just my personal issue. Once I step down, the Ning family will have no reason to continue targeting you.”

Zhou You put down his teacup, stared at the old man in front of him, his face still stern, without a trace of a smile, making it impossible to discern his thoughts.

"If this can put a complete end to this matter."

Ning Chutang nodded gently.

…………

Around three or four in the afternoon.

After Zhou You finished talking with Ning Chutang, Ning Chutang led him to a large room.

The core members of the Ning family include Ning Moxin, Ning Qiyu, and Ning Mengmeng.

As soon as Ning Moxin saw Zhou You, amidst the surprised gazes of the others, she hurriedly went over, took his hand, and asked him all sorts of questions.

The intimacy between the two clearly exceeded a certain limit.

"Cough cough."

Ning Chutang coughed lightly twice with a blank expression, signaling Ning Moxin to be mindful of her presence, and then walked step by step to the main seat.

"I called you here before the banquet started so I could give you a heads-up."

"We will follow Elder Ning's arrangements." *N The others seemed quite obedient.

Ning Chutang nodded slightly, seemingly satisfied with their performance, and then got straight to the point.

"I have three things to say. First, the first in line to inherit the Ning family will become Ning Mengmeng."

Even though the crowd below had already received word of the situation, there was still a slight unease among them, and they all looked at Ning Moxin.

The first in line to inherit the throne was Ning Moxin. If Ning Moxin has any objections, Ning Chutang can't completely ignore them, right?

Ning Moxin seemed relieved and said frankly, "I believe Mengmeng is more suitable than me."

She has the ability, but her ambition lies elsewhere. If she had a choice, she would rather be a contented, unambitious person with her lover.

With Ning Moxin saying this, the slight commotion among the crowd naturally subsided.

Ning Chutang continued, "The second thing is that Qiyu will come back to take over the family business."

The crowd, who had just fallen silent, now wore expressions of undisguised astonishment, clearly more excited than before.

If the Ning family changes its heir, they will indeed take some action, but it will mainly involve giving Ning Mengmeng what they originally intended for Ning Moxin; otherwise, it won't have much impact.

After all, Ning Moxin never forms cliques, and there is no such thing as the "Crown Prince" faction where everyone prospers or suffers together.

But it's different when Ning Qiyu comes back to take over the family business.

As Ning Chutang's eldest daughter, Ning Qiyu is returning to take over the family business. She can't possibly become someone else's subordinate, can she?

But the positions at the top are all filled, and if Ning Qiyu comes, won't they have to give up their own interests to her?

"You have a problem with that?"

"Well……"

The crowd looked at each other, and a short, stout middle-aged man with a large belly who had been standing at the back was forced to step forward.

"Master, I think this is inappropriate."

"What's wrong?" Ning Chutang asked expressionlessly.

“It is probably not appropriate to entrust the young lady with such an important task so soon after she has not been involved in the family business.” The short, stout middle-aged man finished speaking cautiously.

"Is that what you all mean?" Ning Chutang's authoritative gaze swept over everyone present.

Everyone lowered their heads, but no one spoke out in denial.

"Hehe, since that's the case, I'll start with the third thing."