Chapter 387 Impossible Task
Elder Wei actually threatened to expel her, forcing Wei Qingxue to publicly reprimand Lin Fan.
It seemed that Elder Wei was still angry with Wei Qingxue over what happened that day. He wanted to punish not Lin Fan, but Wei Qingxue.
Wei Qingxue's body trembled slightly, her grandfather always targeting her, made her very sad.
Over the years, she has served as the company president, working harder than any employee, giving everything for the Wei Family, even being too busy for a relationship.
She wouldn't say she made a huge contribution, but at least she had a clear conscience towards the Wei Family.
Elder Wei, controlling the company, surely knows this!
Now, just because she went against his wishes, refusing to marry into the Ma Family, her past efforts seemed to vanish, and she was still being targeted!
Family members mocked her in various ways; indirect scolding was one thing, even her grandfather did!
Wei Qingxue felt somewhat heartbroken.
She had a stubborn character too; her grandfather wanted to force her, she simply wouldn't budge.
At this moment, everyone was waiting for Wei Qingxue's reaction.
Li Xueyan anxiously said, "Qingxue, why don't you take action, is there any need to protect him?"
Wei Dazong was also anxious; he had worked hard to plead for Wei Qingxue, and he came today to seek Elder Wei's forgiveness.
"Xiaoxue, go ahead!" Wei Dazong said in a deep voice.
Seeing this, everyone present was somewhat gloating, thinking Wei Qingxue had no retreat; if she didn't punish Lin Fan right away, she couldn't end the matter.
Wei Tang was very pleased, waiting for the show to start.
But Wei Qingxue shook her head and said mildly, "I will not punish Lin Fan; he did nothing wrong. Why should I punish him? Grandpa, you don't need to expel me; I will leave by myself."
These words fell, and the whole room was silent.
Everyone was astonished.
Wei Qingxue actually refused!
After refusing to marry into the Ma Family, she defied Elder again!
Wei Tang was dumbfounded; he didn't expect Wei Qingxue to have such courage, originally planning to enjoy her embarrassment, but failed.
Wei Tang was upset, saying indignantly, "Grandpa, Wei Qingxue doesn't even listen to you, repeatedly confronting you; she obviously doesn't respect you!"
Elder Wei was already furious. Wei Qingxue's refusal to remarry into the Ma Family and her escape that day made him lose face before the Ma Family, prompting him to dismiss Wei Qingxue from the president position and expel her from the Wei Family.
He later cooled down, still having some expectation for Wei Qingxue, allowing her to attend his birthday banquet today.
If only Wei Qingxue would meekly admit her mistake and show a good attitude, he might largely forgive her and acknowledge her as a member of the Wei Family.
Unexpectedly, Wei Qingxue defied him again!
"Wei Qingxue, you came today just to seek my forgiveness, wanting to stay in the Wei Family, didn't you? I'll give you one opportunity; you've been president for three years, and it is largely your responsibility that the company is currently struggling financially. Three years and the company has reached this state, you have a large responsibility and the task of solving the funding difficulties falls on you. I will give you a week to raise 1 billion, and if you can't, you will be permanently expelled from the Wei Family, with no extra chances!"
What?
Wei Qingxue's complexion changed.
Raising 1 billion in a week is an impossible task; Elder Wei clearly wanted to make things difficult for her!
Everyone was also a bit surprised; Elder Wei was too harsh.
Li Xueyan's vision darkened, almost fainting. Elder Wei's condition was undoubtedly a death sentence for Qingxue!
"Father, wouldn't a week be too tight?" Wei Dazong couldn't help saying, being the only one able to speak for Wei Qingxue.
Elder Wei coldly replied, "Do you think I want to? You wish it were less tight, but the company can't afford to wait; it's all because of your good daughter! Refusing to marry into the Ma Family for some courier, leading to the current situation!"
Wei Dazong was speechless.
Elder Wei sneered, "I believe she can complete it because she still has one path to follow; as long as she remarries into the Ma Family..."
Wei Qingxue's body shook uncontrollably, her whole body feeling cold.
If she could find 1 billion within a week, she'd become a legend; it was completely impossible!
Suddenly, a hand reached over and held Wei Qingxue's hand.
It was Lin Fan's warm hand.
"Honey, it's okay," Lin Fan smiled, comforting her.
For some reason, Wei Qingxue felt a warmth flowing from her palm into her body, calming her instantly, and she stopped shaking.
Wei Qingxue looked at Lin Fan strangely; he was clearly just a courier, yet seemed to have some kind of magic.
"Thank you," Wei Qingxue whispered.
Lin Fan raised his head, looking at Elder Wei: "One week to raise 1 billion, right? Fine, we'll take this task!"
These words from Lin Fan immediately drew disdain.
"Pompous!"
"Ridiculous, a courier dare say such words; who gave him the courage!"
"Just ask if you are qualified?"
Everyone mocked him.
Elder Wei was also displeased: "What qualification do you have to agree on behalf of Qingxue? Don't forget your identity; I heard from Dazong that you are just a live-in son-in-law, to put it plainly, eating from the Wei family's offerings!"
These words brought forth raucous laughter, unscrupulously mocking.
Lin Fan was not the least bit angry, smiling: "Elder, how many in your Wei Family are capable? As far as I know, Xiaoxue is one. So most of you are merely freeloading waste here."
These words stirred anger among those present.
Lin Fan's words were harsh, hitting them where it hurt.
Most of them were indeed pampered heirs who were nothing outside the family.
"What did you say?"
"This waste has a venomous mouth!"
"We are not freeloaders!"
The group was furious, appearing quite ridiculous.
Lin Fan ignored them, saying, "Elder, you merely try to break up my wife and me, destined to be disappointed. We love each other wholeheartedly; Qingxue will never marry into the Ma Family."
Wei Qingxue bit her lip and said, "What Lin Fan said is exactly what I would say!"
Lin Fan offended everyone speaking for her; she would naturally stand by Lin Fan without hesitation.
Elder Wei snorted heavily, "Let's see how strong your 'one heart' is, as long as you don't marry into the Ma Family, what other ways do you have!"
Wei Tang sarcastically said, "Wei Qingxue, instead of wasting a week, why not retreat willingly? What's the point of making things difficult for yourself? Anyway, you are a failure as a president!"
Wei Zihan added, "Little Tang is right, it's like occupying a pit without using it."
Wei Tang laughed, "Rude words, but true reasoning, Wei Qingxue, why not go home and accompany your waste husband, you're a perfect match!"
The crowd laughed uproariously.
At this moment, a servant came in, saying the meal was ready and they could now have dinner.
Wei Qingxue had no appetite, planning to leave.
Lin Fan pulled her, smiling, "Just hungry, since freeloading is available, why not eat? Eating is gaining; dear wife, join me?"
Hearing this, everyone was speechless, thinking this guy really had thick skin.
Wei Qingxue saw Lin Fan wanted to eat, nodded, and agreed to stay.
The banquet started, and according to order, everyone sat for the meal. Wei Qingxue was placed with the elders in the family's forefront.
Lin Fan, the least ranked live-in son-in-law, sat in the farthest corner, surrounded by mocking glances.
Lin Fan paid no mind, focusing on eating and drinking, having already come, it was a shame not to fill his stomach.
"Wow!"
The girls suddenly exclaimed; it turned out Wei Zihan was showing off the engagement ring that Zhu Xiaolong gave her, the huge diamond was blindingly dazzling.
"Sister Zihan, this diamond ring must be heavy and expensive, right?" someone enviously asked.
Wei Zihan pretended to smile casually, "Not too heavy, just 8 carats, worth around 1 million!"