My Arranged Marriage Partner Has Two Faces 20

Chapter 20

Zhong Yuxiao contacted the company lawyer, but he didn’t expect Zhong Zhili to come in person. He hadn’t even warmed his seat before giving it up to Zhong Zhili.

Unlike Zhong Yuxiao, Zhong Zhili was a prominent figure in the business world. After he took over Dingming Shengshi, the company reached new heights, its businesses flourishing, becoming a household name in Lincheng.

Shi Fengsheng’s face darkened. “This is Chenxi International’s shareholder meeting. Mr. Zhong, you’re an outsider, it’s not appropriate for you to barge in like this.”

In terms of seniority, Zhong Zhili was Zhong Yuxiao’s older brother, a generation older than him, so addressing him by name was sufficient.

However, his relationship with Xi Shi was strained, and Zhong Mu resented him because of Xi Yue’s incident. In business, seniority didn’t matter. Even when they met casually, Zhong Zhili never gave him face.

“I’m here to attend the shareholder meeting as a rightful participant.”

Zhong Zhili gave a look, and the lawyer immediately produced the prepared documents. “This is the shareholding certificate. Mr. Zhong owns 3% of your company’s shares.”

3% wasn’t much for the shareholders present; it was the minimum requirement to participate in the shareholder meeting.

But for Xi Shi and Shi Fengsheng, this 3% was enough to decide the current voting results.

The lawyer presented another document. “This is a share transfer agreement. Mr. Zhong Zhili voluntarily gifts his shares in Chenxi International to Mr. Xi Shi. Adding to Mr. Zhong Yuxiao’s 10%, Mr. Xi Shi now holds 43% of Chenxi International’s shares.”

43%, just barely surpassing Shi Fengsheng’s 42%.

Zhong Yuxiao secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Acquiring Chenxi International’s shares was Zhong Zhili’s doing. At their last dinner, Xi Shi had left a good impression on Zhong Zhili. His brother thought they were in love and got involved when he discovered Shi Fengsheng secretly acquiring shares.

Zhong Zhili, holding 3% of the shares, acted as arrogant as if he held 30%.

“43%, that should be more than anyone else present, right?”

Most of the shareholders attending the meeting had been contacted by Shi Fengsheng in advance and were caught off guard by the sudden reversal.

Zhong Zhili steepled his fingers, exuding an aura of dominance, as if this was his own territory. “Xi Shi is the largest shareholder of Chenxi International. Shouldn’t we announce the results of the shareholder meeting now?”

“The Zhong family has really gone all out.” Shi Fengsheng gritted his teeth, his face alternating between pale and livid.

Zhong Zhili nodded in agreement. “Chenxi International has great potential. We did spend quite a bit for this 3% stake.”

“If CEO Shi is not satisfied, try harder, see if you can marry another wife—” Zhong Yuxiao paused meaningfully, then sneered, “No, acquire some more shares.”

The two brothers’ coordinated attack left Shi Fengsheng speechless.

The shares held by Xi Shi and Shi Fengsheng combined accounted for 85%. The remaining shares were publicly traded. Acquiring scattered shares took time and wasn’t just a matter of spending money.

Shi Fengsheng felt like he had fallen into an icy abyss. If he acquired shares, Xi Shi could too. Xi Shi had the backing of the Xi and Zhong families, with abundant capital, and could always surpass him.

Ten minutes ago, he was confident of victory, but now, the situation had completely reversed, and he had lost.

Zhong Zhili stopped beating around the bush, his sharp gaze sweeping across the shareholders present. “Xi Shi must be the one in charge of Chenxi International. If anyone wants to compete with him for this position, first consider whether you’re qualified.”

“Mr. Zhong, you’re joking.”

Zhong Yuxiao sighed. He thought he had been quite impressive just now, a classic hero saving the beauty scenario, but his brother’s appearance completely overshadowed him. Even Xi Shi kept staring at his brother.

Tsk.

“Is he that good-looking?”

Xi Shi paused. “What?”

“Nothing.” Zhong Yuxiao was annoyed by his sudden emotions and extended his hand towards Xi Shi. “My hand hurts.”

Xi Shi held his wrist, carefully avoiding the grazed area. “I’ll take you to get it treated later.”

Zhong Zhili’s gaze swept across the room, finally landing on Shi Fengsheng’s face, his tone meaningful. “CEO Shi, if you want to air your family’s dirty laundry in public, then I’ll have to play along. After all, Xi Shi is my brother’s partner, and he should call me ‘big brother.'”

The implication was, your family matters are your own business, no one else’s concern, but if you want to seize my brother-in-law’s company, then I, as his older brother, can’t stand idly by.

The crown prince held a large number of shares and had the Zhong family’s backing, who would dare to offend him?

Those who originally supported Shi Fengsheng switched sides and supported Xi Shi. After the vote, Xi Shi, with over 50% of the shares and the approval of most shareholders, became the new CEO of Chenxi International.

Shi Fengsheng looked like a defeated rooster, his arrogance gone, slumped dejectedly in his chair.

Xi Shi glanced at him coldly. Time had left its mark on his face. The current Shi Fengsheng was completely different from the past. When Xi Yue was depressed, she refused to see Shi Fengsheng, only hugging their wedding photo and crying. He didn’t understand at that time, but now he seemed to understand why Xi Yue did that.

“If my mother were still alive, she would definitely come to see you.”

Shi Fengsheng’s face turned deathly pale.

After leaving the meeting room, Xi Shi cleared his throat and thanked Zhong Zhili awkwardly. “Thank you.”

He paused, remembering what Zhong Zhili had said to Shi Fengsheng, and uncomfortably called him, “Big Brother.”

Zhong Yuxiao’s jaw dropped. Wow, when had the young master ever been so obedient?

Zhong Zhili was also surprised. Last time, when he served Xi Shi food and Xi Shi turned the lazy susan, the young master almost threw his chopsticks and cursed. After knowing that he hadn’t mistreated Zhong Yuxiao, he had changed so much, almost acting like a proper brother-in-law meeting his older brother.

He glanced at their intertwined hands with a playful smile. “No need to thank me, thank your good husband.”

Zhong Yuxiao had frantically urged him to find a lawyer and prepare the contract. The 10% given by Xi Chongyang wasn’t enough, so he also used the shares he had privately acquired.

He acted like money was nothing, just like Xi Shi when he caused a scene at the Shuiyun Painting Boat.

Zhong Zhili clicked his tongue, feeling a pang of jealousy. “This is the first time I’ve seen him so concerned about someone else’s matters.”

They were married now, so they weren’t “someone else.”

He was a certified pig.

Before leaving, Zhong Zhili gave another warning. “Xi Shi, regardless of the past, you better not become the kind of person you hate the most.”

The person he hated the most was Shi Fengsheng.

Xi Shi looked at Zhong Yuxiao. He would definitely not become a heartless scumbag like Shi Fengsheng. Even without that contract between him and Zhong Yuxiao, he would never take advantage of Zhong Yuxiao.

“Thank you for today.”

Zhong Yuxiao cursed inwardly. It wasn’t like he had done much, just urged him a couple of times because of the urgency of the situation. He didn’t think much of it at the time, but being exposed by Zhong Zhili in front of Xi Shi was a bit embarrassing.

“You’re welcome.” Zhong Yuxiao waved his hand casually. “After all, we’re partners sharing a bed.”

They hadn’t even slept in the same bed.

Xi Shi muttered to himself. “That 10% stake still belongs to you, you can take it back anytime. I’ll pay you…your brother market price for the remaining 3%.”

Calling him “big brother” had used up all of Xi Shi’s shame. He was impulsive at the time, but now that he had calmed down, Xi Shi wished he could find a piece of tofu to bash his head against.

Zhong Yuxiao had no objections. Acquiring 3% of the shares on short notice wasn’t a small sum. He and Xi Shi were in a sham marriage, and this favor was too big, their relationship couldn’t bear it.

The assistant brought the first aid kit. Xi Shi didn’t go to the office and took Zhong Yuxiao back to the car.

It was just a casual mention earlier, but seeing Xi Shi seriously holding his hand, disinfecting, applying medicine, and bandaging the wound, Zhong Yuxiao felt belatedly uncomfortable. “You seem quite skilled.”

“Practice makes perfect.”

Zhong Yuxiao raised an eyebrow.

Xi Shi glanced at him and explained, “My mother often got injured after she fell ill. She wouldn’t let anyone else touch her, so I always treated her wounds.”

Xi Yue often self-harmed in the later stages of her depression. They had put away all the sharp objects in the house, but she could always find ways to injure herself with jewelry, vases, and other things.

Every day when he came home, he would see new wounds on Xi Yue’s body. She would lock herself in her room, and only when she saw him would her empty eyes show a flicker of life.

From then on, every wound on Xi Yue’s body deepened his hatred for Shi Fengsheng.

“Sorry.”

“It’s okay. It’s been so many years, I can barely remember what she looked like.” Xi Shi efficiently put away the iodine and cotton swabs, forcing a smile. “But I haven’t lost my wound treatment skills. It can be considered…a special skill?”

What kind of special skill was that?

“Of course it counts.” Zhong Yuxiao looked at his hand, affirming, “Skilled, meticulous, and responsible. I’ll look for Dr. Xi next time.”

“…”

“I hope Dr. Xi will give me a discount next time.”

Xi Shi threw the first aid kit into the back seat. “If there’s a next time, I’ll give you a broken bone.”

Xi Shi’s carefree days were over. After the shareholder meeting, he became the new CEO of Chenxi International. Xi Chongyang intentionally delegated authority and didn’t even attend the shareholder meeting, just to force Xi Shi to take over Chenxi International.

Xi Shi didn’t want to go to the company, so Xi Chongyang closed the doors to him, not even letting him into the old residence.

Faint noises came from outside, and Zhong Yuxiao hesitated, holding a chess piece. “Grandpa, are you really not letting him in?”

Xi Shi had been turned away twice, and today, he specifically brought Zhong Yuxiao with him to the old residence. Unexpectedly, Xi Chongyang only let him in, while Xi Shi was stopped at the gate. He tried everything, throwing tantrums and even cursing, but he still couldn’t get in.

“Let him in when he starts going to work properly.”

Zhong Yuxiao tried to persuade him gently. “He might not be going to the company because he’s afraid he can’t manage it. After all, he didn’t study this major.”

“I’ve enrolled him in management courses and hired a professional assistant for him to learn while working.” Xi Chongyang said in exasperation. “This kid is not motivated and says he has his own plans. I think he’s just lazy, looking for excuses to freeload!”

Zhong Yuxiao was speechless.

Xi Chongyang said confidently, “The country has a legal retirement age. I’m legally enjoying my life now. Do you expect me to work and support him?”

Could it be that Xi Chongyang had orchestrated the shareholder meeting just to force Xi Shi to take over Chenxi International?

The more Zhong Yuxiao thought about it, the more he felt that this was the truth. They had all been played by Xi Chongyang, including Shi Fengsheng.

Xi Chongyang urged, “Your turn, hurry up, hurry up.”

Helpless, Zhong Yuxiao replied to Xi Shi with four words – [Good luck with that].

Before they finished the game, it became quiet outside. Xi Chongyang called the housekeeper. “Go out and take a look, don’t let him find a loophole.”

Housekeeper: “Yes, sir.”

Seeing Zhong Yuxiao’s puzzled expression, Xi Chongyang explained, “He’s full of tricks. Since he can’t get in through the main gate, he’s resorting to unconventional methods.”

After a while, the housekeeper returned and calmly asked, “Sir, the young master is up in the tree. Should we knock him down?”