Wang Qinghai, the second son of the Wang family, harbored ambitions for the family's enterprises, even though he understood the truth in Ling Tian's words.
However, if the Wang family followed Ling Tian's advice, their wealth would significantly shrink, and Ling Tian would gain more influence over their assets, something the second son could not accept.
"If we lose these two companies, our Wang family's assets will shrink by sixty percent. What's more, the remaining assets are not high-quality!
The Bai family will acquire Baijin Real Estate, making them the largest real estate developer in Jiangshan, while the Wang family will be relegated to a second or third-rate family!
Even if the Bai family has designs on our Wang family's assets, we are not to be trifled with. As long as we are careful, there won't be major problems!"
"I support my second brother's view!"
Wang Bingxia's paternal aunt, Wang Yufei, also spoke up. This woman was adept at social maneuvering and very calculating. She was also displeased with the elder's favoritism towards Ling Tian and Wang Bingxia, so she decided to side with the second son.
Suddenly, the meeting room became a 2:2 stalemate.
The group engaged in a heated debate, but neither side could convince the other.
Ling Tian did not offer further opinions. Instead, he secretly activated his Qi observation technique, observing everyone present, their emotions, and trying to fathom their thoughts.
Ling Tian keenly noticed that the second son, Wang Qinghai, and the youngest daughter, Wang Yufei, were constantly exchanging glances.
Suddenly, Wang Yufei spoke, "Dad, we have significant disagreements among ourselves, and these differences are hard to bridge.
Forcing a melon won't yield sweet fruit. No matter which plan we adopt, some people will be unhappy. I have a new proposal, but...
It's not convenient to say it out loud."
"Please, speak freely. Let's brainstorm. It's fine if we say something wrong," the elder said with a smile.
"My suggestion is that our Wang family should restructure and divide its assets. If we don't want to deal with the Bai family, then let's split from the Wang family!
The eldest son, Wang Qingxian, was furious upon hearing this. "Little sister, what do you mean by this? Are you trying to break up the family?
Our father is not dead yet! This is unacceptable!"
Although Wang Yufei's proposal had some feasibility, it was somewhat rebellious.
The division of large families was not unheard of, but the prerequisite for such a division was usually the death of the previous patriarch, and the new patriarch lacked the authority and capability to command respect, leading to the consideration of division as a last resort.
The two siblings of the Wang family had long colluded, anticipating the day of division. They knew very well that if they did not participate, the Wang family's assets would only be passed down to Wang Bingxia.
At that point, they would only be able to get scraps, and how much they received would depend on others' whims. It would be better to seize the opportunity to participate and ensure these assets fell into their own pockets.
At this moment, Elder Wang smiled and began to clap.
"Good, Xiao Fei, this is a good suggestion!
Forcing a melon won't yield sweet fruit. Since each of you has your own ideas, let's just separate. That way, everyone will be comfortable.
I, this old man, am getting old and don't want to worry about these things anymore. Rather than letting you fight tooth and nail after I'm gone, it's better to separate now and settle it once and for all."
The elder's open-minded attitude surprised everyone. Wang Qingxian was a bit anxious and wanted to persuade him, but the elder stopped him.
"How about this, I'll give you three days to discuss the distribution plan yourselves.
After three days, we'll have another meeting to finalize this matter!
Oh, and since we're dividing the family, let's include the third son. Whether he can make a living from now on will depend on himself!"
Elder Wang stood up, about to leave, but suddenly stopped and said to Ling Tian.
"Xiao Ling, you and your father-in-law will also get a share, but you are the major shareholder and have priority in choosing these assets!"
"Okay, Grandpa, I understand!"
Everyone stood up and left the meeting room. As Ling Tian reached the door, Wang Qingxian, who was walking in front of him, suddenly turned around.
"Bingxia, come to our house for dinner tonight with Xiao Ling. We can discuss today's matters then."
"Okay, Father-in-law!"
After everyone had left, Ling Tian and Wang Bingxia walked side by side towards their residence.
"Ling Tian, I apologize for letting you witness this spectacle. Neither of my two uncles nor my aunt is easy to deal with."
"Haha, it's nothing. Whether it's these large families or big corporations, they are all like this. This is human nature!
Ultimately, it's driven by self-interest. Some large families appear harmonious, but that's because the leader is decisive, and subordinates are forced to comply out of fear.
Our grandfather is not that kind of autocratic parent, so this situation is quite normal."
"Then what do you think we should choose?"
"I have some preliminary ideas, but I need to review more detailed information..."
"Okay, I'll get it for you right away!"
As they walked and talked, they turned a corner past a garden when suddenly five people approached them.
Leading the group was a young man with pale lips, dark circles under his eyes, and a shaky gait. He was dressed in designer clothes, but his demeanor suggested he was no good.
Behind him were four bodyguard-like figures. These bodyguards were burly, their gazes vigilant, and their bodies were always in a state of readiness.
Ling Tian immediately recognized that these four were masters!
The young man leading them was Wang Tianlong, the only son of Wang Qingshan, the third son of the Wang family.
Wang Qingshan was not a good person, and his son was naturally the epitome of a prodigal son.
He had just gone to his father to ask for money to buy another luxury car. He was currently involved with a minor celebrity but learned that his father had been bullied and his shares had been confiscated.
Wang Tianlong could not tolerate such a situation. Thus, this lawless individual, along with his four bodyguards, prepared to cripple Ling Tian and avenge his father!
His four bodyguards were no ordinary men; they were all former mercenaries, and almost every one of them had a kill count!
These four were not bodyguards assigned by the Wang family; they were men he kept himself.
As fate would have it, the two parties met head-on. As the saying goes, enemies meet with eyes burning with hatred. Wang Tianlong pointed at Ling Tian and issued his command.
"Go, cripple him, break his legs!"
"Yes, Boss!"
The four bodyguards quickly moved forward, occupying four positions and encircling Ling Tian and Wang Bingxia.
Seeing this, Wang Bingxia was furious. "Wang Tianlong, are you crazy? Do you know what you're doing!"
"Of course, I know. I am purging a menace from our Wang family!
Ever since this person arrived at our Wang family, there has been no peace!
Now, I will act on behalf of heaven and cleanse the family!"