MTLNOVEL Chapter 371: Who Said I Agreed?
Elder Wei chuckled, "Don't worry, I've found a way to solve the funding issue."
Wei Qingxue exclaimed in surprise, "Really?"
Elder Wei glanced at Ma Yunde, "Thankfully, Uncle Ma agreed to lend a hand."
The Ma Family!
Wei Qingxue's smile froze; it was the Ma Family helping the Wei Family!
Elder Wei said, "Yunde is a benefactor to our Wei Family. On behalf of the Wei Family, I'd like to toast Yunde, my virtuous nephew."
As he spoke, Elder Wei raised his wine glass.
Ma Yunde smiled, "Our Ma Family and the Wei Family have been family friends. Back when I first started my business, Elder Wei offered guidance. Today, I consider this as repaying the favor to the elder."
Elder Wei laughed, "I remember saying at our first meeting, Yunde, that you would accomplish great things, and you have exceeded my expectations."
For the funds, Elder Wei was even flattering a younger generation.
Ma Yunde replied, "Elder Wei, you overpraise me. Let's skip the pleasantries. The money to aid the Wei Family is ready and can be given at any time. I don't intend to take it back; consider it a gift. However, the current situation is a bit awkward, and I trust you understand my meaning."
Elder Wei said, "I understand. We are grateful for Jia Liang's affection for our Qingxue. Her marrying into the Ma Family is indeed her fortune. Of course, I fully support it, though I'm worried your family might mind her previous marriage."
Ma Yunde chuckled, "I am quite open-minded. It doesn't matter if a woman was married before. What's important is that my son likes her. I know Qingxue is an exceptional talent. If she marries into the Ma Family, she would undoubtedly become a virtuous wife. This 1 billion is worth spending!"
Elder Wei said, "With you saying this, Yunde, I am relieved."
Ma Yunde looked at Wei Qingxue, "Niece Qingxue, even though you are married, I hope you consider remarrying into the Ma Family. The Ma Family will certainly not mistreat you."
Ma Yunde's meaning was clear; he could invest in the Wei Family, but the money was a bridal gift that would be forfeited if Wei Qingxue did not marry into the Ma Family.
Wei Qingxue remained silent, her face expressionless, as if she hadn't recovered from the blow of the project's failure.
So much so that she barely paid attention when they mentioned her remarrying.
Elder Wei looked at Wei Qingxue, saying, "Qingxue, thank your Uncle Ma quickly. You understand our Wei Family's predicament now, and you should know what the right thing to do is. Fortunately, your Uncle Ma doesn't mind your previous marriage. I don't care why you married this delivery man before; it's time to end this absurd marriage."
Elder Wei's words cornered Wei Qingxue into a position with no retreat.
As the saying goes, experience comes with age. Elder Wei was indeed furious upon learning of Wei Qingxue's marriage, but Qingxue was key to today, and he needed to turn the tide.
He had already decided immediately to force Wei Qingxue to remarry.
The burden of saving the company now rested on Wei Qingxue's shoulders. Combined with Hang City's project, which was her responsibility, she had little choice but to carry the consequences.
Wei Qingxue was under immense pressure.
On one hand, she didn't want to marry Ma Jialiang, having gone as far as marrying Lin Fan to avoid it, which shows her genuine aversion to the matter.
On the other hand, her sense of responsibility made her unable to refuse; she had to help the company overcome its difficulties.
Everyone looked at Wei Qingxue, waiting for her response.
Some people were already getting impatient.
"She wouldn't refuse to remarry, would she?"
"Not remarry? That would be too selfish,"
"Hurry up and agree. If not for yourself, think about us; if the company goes under, we're all affected!"
"What's she hesitating for?"
The crowd began voicing their discontent.
Ma Yunde's eyes flashed with a different color, "Elder Wei, there won't be any issues with Qingxue's remarriage, will there?"
Elder Wei hurriedly said, "No issue, Yunde, don't be offended. My granddaughter is not typically one for pleasantries; she has been that way since she was young. But rest assured, she's sensible and will make the right decision."
Ma Yunde nodded, "That's good. By the way, do Qingxue's parents agree to this matter?"
Li Xueyan quickly said, "We are very happy about it."
Ma Yunde nodded contentedly, "That's good. After niece Qingxue divorces, we'll select an auspicious day for her to enter the Ma Family and become my daughter-in-law."
"Who said I agree?"
Suddenly, a voice said, and Lin Fan stood up.
All eyes instantly focused on Lin Fan.
Li Xueyan was furious, almost jumping up as she couldn't help but angrily say, "Lin Fan, what gives you the right to speak here!"
Lin Fan laughed, "I'm Qingxue's husband. You want her to remarry, so how am I not allowed to speak?"
His reason for speaking up was because he saw the difficulty Wei Qingxue was in, caught in a dilemma, unable to agree yet unable to refuse.
It was time for him, the human shield, to step in.
Li Xueyan fumed, "You're just a food delivery guy. Do you think you can match up to our Qingxue? You're told to divorce. What gives you the right to oppose?"
Elder Wei said, "Enough. Lin Fan, Xueyan's words may be harsh, but they are factual. This is not a place for you to speak."
Li Xueyan said, "Lin Fan, you're a toad chasing after a swan. What makes you worthy of my daughter Qingxue? Quickly speak up and let this useless person give up!"
Elder Wei said, "Exactly, Qingxue, make your decision. Grandpa knows you are a sensible child and have never let grandpa down."
Wei Qingxue bit her lip, silent for a moment, as if she was making up her mind.
At this moment, Ma Jialiang smiled and took out a brocade box from his pocket.
"Little Sister Qingxue, I mentioned outside just now that I prepared a surprise gift for you. I think it's time to give it to you." Ma Jialiang smiled and opened the box, revealing a dazzling light.
Inside the box lay a diamond ring, the large blue diamond dazzling enough to blind someone's eyes.
Everyone in the Wei Family looked on with wide eyes, all shocked by the brilliant diamond.
Even Wei Qingxue was drawn to it.
Women are naturally resistant to diamonds, and Wei Qingxue especially loved them.
"Is this... the Blue of the Sea? How did you find it?" Wei Qingxue asked in surprise.
Seeing he had captured Wei Qingxue's attention, Ma Jialiang was pleased, "I told you it was a surprise. I heard Little Sister Qingxue likes diamonds, so I had someone search for it. After a lot of effort and through special information channels, I learned about an underground auction where this Blue of the Sea was up for auction. This diamond is from South Africa, weighing 20 carats, with a rare blue glow. It's said it once sparked tribal wars over it and was once possessed by the British Royal Family but mysteriously lost, vanishing from known records, only to reappear in recent years. Does that sound right?"
Apparently, Ma Jialiang had done his homework. Wei Qingxue nodded, "Yes, but its appearance at an underground auction was always just a rumor, unverified. So it's true?"
Ma Jialiang smiled, "Indeed! I had an expert verify it. This is the legendary Blue of the Sea. Would you like to take a look, Little Sister Qingxue?"
Ma Jialiang handed the diamond ring to Wei Qingxue, and she took it and began to examine it.
Li Xueyan smiled, "Jia Liang, this diamond must have cost quite a bit, huh?"
She loved it so much that if it were her, she would have agreed to Ma Jialiang immediately.
Ma Jialiang smiled, "It's not cheap, indeed, but for a gift to Little Sister Qingxue, it's not too expensive, around 10 million or so."
10 million!
Everyone present gasped. That was incredibly expensive!