Chapter 39: The Terrifying Strength of the Xia Family, The Grandson Mr. Chen Values Most

"Wanheng Software Group?"

"I know about them. The Xia family holds shares in Wanheng Software Group."

Xia Ruoshui said, causing Chen Fan to freeze in shock.

"What?"

Chen Fan couldn't believe what he was hearing. He had known the Xia family was powerful, and that the Xia Group in Jiangzhou was only one branch of their vast business empire. But he never expected the Xia family's influence to extend so far as to hold shares in a behemoth like Wanheng Software Group.

"A vice president of Wanheng Software Group is my cousin."

Xia Ruoshui added casually.

"What?"

Chen Fan's surprise deepened. The Xia family's influence was even more terrifying than he had imagined.

"Why are you suddenly asking about Wanheng Software Group?" Xia Ruoshui asked, curious.

Chen Fan paused for a moment before explaining his plan to challenge the Chen family and take the Wanheng Software Group project from them.

"Okay, let me contact my cousin Xia Wenyu and find out what's going on at Wanheng Software Group. Then we can plan our next steps."

Xia Ruoshui offered.

Chen Fan had helped her in the past, and now it was her turn to return the favor. She would go all out to support him.

Without hesitation, Xia Ruoshui took out her phone and dialed her cousin Xia Wenyu's number.

"Hey, Ruoshui, it's been a while! What's the occasion?"

Soon, a woman's voice came through the phone, bright and lively. It was her cousin, Xia Wenyu.

Xia Wenyu's father had married into the Xia family, which was why she had taken her mother's surname.

"Sister Wenyu, I heard that Wanheng Software Group is planning to build a large industrial park in Jiangzhou, right?" Xia Ruoshui asked.

"Yes, we had a meeting this afternoon about it. But why are you asking about this, Ruoshui? The branch you manage in Jiangzhou doesn't deal with real estate, does it?"

Xia Wenyu sounded puzzled.

If Xia Ruoshui's company had been involved in real estate, Wanheng Software Group's first partner would naturally have been her.

"Have you decided which real estate company will handle the construction of the park?"

"Not yet. But from what I gathered from Vice President Han, who is in charge of the project, it seems like he's leaning toward working with the Chen family's construction company in Jiangzhou."

"Sister Wenyu, a good friend of mine who owns a real estate company is also interested in the project. Could you help me out?"

Xia Ruoshui asked, hoping her cousin could lend a hand.

"I would love to help, but I'm not the one in charge, and my relationship with Vice President Han isn't great. I'm afraid there's not much I can do."

Xia Wenyu sighed regretfully.

"Sister Wenyu, please. If you help me with this, I promise to concede to you at the family annual meeting this year."

Xia Ruoshui gritted her teeth and made the offer, fully aware of the personal cost.

The Xia family's annual meeting was a significant event, where family members would compete and be evaluated on their accomplishments. In the past, Xia Wenyu had never been able to surpass Xia Ruoshui in the competition. But now, to help Chen Fan, Xia Ruoshui was willing to give up her advantage.

"Hmm?"

Xia Wenyu immediately sensed that something was off.

"Ruoshui, this doesn't sound like you. Is this good friend of yours a boy or a girl?"

Xia Wenyu asked, teasing her cousin.

"He... he's a boy."

Xia Ruoshui replied, her cheeks turning red with embarrassment.

"Hehe, I get it now. I'll do my best to help you. If there's any news, I'll let you know right away."

Xia Wenyu laughed, understanding the situation instantly. Given Xia Ruoshui's personality, for her to go to such lengths meant this "friend" was likely more than just a friend.

"Thank you, Sister Wenyu."

After exchanging a few more words, Xia Ruoshui hung up the phone.

While Chen Fan and Xia Ruoshui were discussing the project, elsewhere in Jiangzhou, the Chen family was having its own conversation.

Chen Jinping, the fourth son of the Chen family, was on a call with Mr. Chen.

"Father, how are the talks with Wanheng Software Group going regarding the large industrial park project?"

Chen Jinping asked curiously.

"It's progressing well. I had a good conversation with Vice President Han, who is in charge of the project. He'll be coming to Jiangzhou in two days for an inspection. You need to prepare thoroughly and make sure he is well taken care of."

Mr. Chen instructed.

"As long as we secure Vice President Han's approval, the project will be ours, and billions in profits will flow into our family's pockets!"

Mr. Chen couldn't help but smile at the thought.

"By the way, how's the situation with that little brat Chen Fan?"

Mr. Chen asked, shifting his focus.

"Father, it's... difficult. Somehow, Chen Fan got involved with Wei Jingxiong, who's now protecting him. Xingrong and the others failed again..."

Chen Jinping explained helplessly.

"Useless! Even Xingrong couldn't deal with that little brat?"

Mr. Chen's anger flared.

"Let that brat have his moment of glory for now. Securing the Wanheng Software Group project is our top priority. Once that's done, we'll deal with Chen Fan."

Mr. Chen decided, his mind focused on the more pressing matter.

"The project will be finalized in a few days, and it's worth billions. I'm not letting it slip through our fingers."

"Father, what if we bring Fei Ming back and let him handle Chen Fan?"

Chen Jinping suggested.

Chen Feiming, the eldest son of the Chen family's eldest son, was considered the brightest of the younger generation. He had ranked first in the city's college entrance exam and was now attending one of the country's top universities.

Mr. Chen had always regarded Chen Feiming as the "Kirin Son" of the Chen family, believing he was the future of the family. Mr. Chen placed great hopes on him, thinking the family's future rested on his shoulders.

"Feiming? No, absolutely not!"

Mr. Chen refused flatly.

Feiming's time was too valuable to waste on someone like Chen Fan. That little brat wasn't worth Feiming's attention.

"We don't need Feiming to deal with Chen Fan. Let the third son call Wenjing back. She can handle it."

Mr. Chen finally decided.

Chen Wenjing, second only to Chen Feiming in talent, was another rising star of the Chen family's younger generation. If it weren't for Feiming's brilliance overshadowing her, she would have been the pride of the family.

"Yes, Father."

Chen Jinping nodded and left to contact Chen Wenjing.

On the other side, when Chen Wenjing received the call, she initially didn't want to get involved. However, since it was a direct request from her grandfather, she had no choice but to agree.

She would be returning to Jiangzhou in the next two days to deal with Chen Fan.

As time passed, and the next day arrived, just as Chen Fan was finishing his morning class, the system chimed.

The ninth day's reward had arrived!

And this time, the reward far exceeded Chen Fan's expectations! ! !