Chapter 1178 - Those Who Are Involved Often Fail to See the Bigger Picture That Bystanders Do
Chapter 1178: Those Who Are Involved Often Fail to See the Bigger Picture That Bystanders Do
Old Mr. Wen remained calm during his conversation with Wen Xinya and quickly digested everything that she told him. He even acted immediately and expressed his trust in Wen Xinya. He also discussed with her about what the Wen Family should do next.
However, he was actually not as calm as he seemed to be on the surface.
He was engulfed by pangs of panic and fear when he heard about the Korean-Chinese Alliance. His anxiety almost made him turn irrational too.
He dared not believe that the Wen Family had been living in the shadow of a conspiracy for decades, and the career that he had painstakingly built turned out to be just a part of a huge conspiracy.
He was the one who had put in hard work to establish the Wen Corporation and he would definitely not allow anyone else to encroach on it. Now that the Zhang Corporation had already dragged the entire Wen Family down into the conspiracy, they could not afford to alarm them. Otherwise, they would be facing a destructive blow.
Protecting the Wen Corporation’s foundation was what he ought to do now.
However, he had worked hard his entire life to run the business and it was easier said than done. “Old Yu, talk to me!”
Butler Yu slowly took a seat in front of him and asked, “Old Sir, did something happen?”
After a moment of hesitation, Old Mr. Wen said, “Nothing much. I just feel like I’m useless now that I’m old. All I do is let my imagination run wild and I’m so afraid of everything. I’m no longer as resolute as I used to be when I was young and I’m so paranoid nowadays.”
The matter about the Korean-Chinese Alliance was extremely important and he naturally wouldn’t expose it, lest he bring about a crisis to the Wen Family. It was not that he didn’t trust Butler Yu, but rather the consequences were too serious for anyone to bear.
Hence, he chose to hide it from Butler Yu.
“Sir, you’re making it sound more serious than it really is. Even after all these years, you’re still as resolute as you used to be. It’s just that people tend to become less reckless when they’re old and of course, you wouldn’t act without consideration like you did when you were younger. After all… you’re in charge of the Wen Family and the Wen Corporation. The wellbeing and careers of your thousands of employees are in your hands!”
Butler Yu obviously wouldn’t be so naive to think that Old Mr. Wen was really fine like he said. However, he was sensible enough to know when and when not to probe, which was also why he could work for Old Mr. Wen for so long.
Old Mr. Wen had no idea what Butler Yu was thinking. “Enough, don’t bother trying to comfort me by complimenting me. We’ve known each other for so long. You definitely know how I am.”
Although Butler Yu was the butler of the Wen Family, he and Old Mr. Wen were just like friends when they interacted with each other in private.
Butler Yu laughed and said, “I’m telling the truth. I’ve been through so much together with you in the past few decades, and I’ve really never seen you being defeated by anything.”
Although Butler Yu’s words did have some effect on Old Mr. Wen, he sighed and asked, “Old Yu, what do you think of Xinya?”
Actually, he wanted to know if Xinya was trustworthy to Old Mr. Yu.
However, he could not bring himself to say those words at all. Wen Xinya was a good child and he knew better than anyone else that she was extremely outstanding and possessed the qualities that the successor of the Wen Family ought to have. He was extremely pleased with her and even nurtured her like she was the successor.
He definitely cared about her because they had been interacting with each other for more than three years.
However, he was a little hesitant because his lifelong career was now concerned. After all… Wen Xinya had led a wandering life for fifteen years and even if he was her true flesh and blood, was three years… enough to make her loyal?
He had raised Xia Ruya for twelve whole years, during which he even showered her with love and concern. Yet, what happened in the end?
Not to mention, the Wen Family had been indebted to her and even treated her badly.
He was not doubting his own granddaughter, but he could not help but brood over it because of how serious the matter was.
Butler Yu’s eyes glistened and he asked, “What are you referring to?”
Having worked for Old Mr. Wen for so many years, Butler Yu naturally could sense that there was something amiss after hearing his words.
After a moment of hesitation, Old Mr. Wen said, “Xinya has returned to the Wen Family home for more than three years…” He could not bring himself to continue the rest of his sentence. He had no choice but to say, “Just tell me what you think of her! You’re better at judging people than I am.”
Wen Xinya had done a lot for the Wen Family ever since her return and hence, he felt guilty about doubting her.
People ought to treat others genuinely!
He had long approved of Wen Xinya and was overthinking in a moment of folly.
Butler Yu said, “Xinya has inherited the qualities of the Mo Family. She’s honest and upright! She’s intelligent and scheming but not immoral.” He paused for a moment and hesitated. Actually, when Old Mr. Wen mentioned about the fact that Wen Xinya had returned to the Wen Family home for more than three years, he already knew what Old Mr. Wen meant. He continued, “She has returned to the Wen Family home for three years and she’s always been decisive. She’s not arrogant, but she’s not a saint either. She also never fails to stay firm to her decisions and holds her head high regardless of what is thrown at her.”
The personality of someone could be seen through their daily behavior.
Missy is a conscientious, shrewd and ambitious girl. At least…. in the Wen Family, she’s open and honest about everything she does. She distances herself from Old Mrs. Wen because the latter detests her. Since Wen Haowen is heartless to her, she chooses to ignore him. That… is something that Xia Ruya can never do.
Ever since the first day of Xia Ruya’s return, Butler Yu could already see the look of resentment towards Ning Shuqian and her daughter. However, she chose to conceal those emotions beneath her beautiful and sweet mask. The older she got, the more she despised Old Mrs. Wen. However, she never once showed her true colors.
In the past, he only felt that Xia Ruya was scheming and shrewd.
However, she paled in comparison to Wen Xinya.
Surprised to hear how highly Old Mr. Wen regarded her, Old Mr. Wen said with a sigh, “You’re right. I’ve been failing to see clearly.” He was never as good as Butler Yu when it came to judging people. “Do you think… I should place all my bets on her?”
Given the current situation in the Wen Family, it would be impossible for him to deal with everything all by himself. After having a chat with Wen Xinya, he found out that she knew about the situation very well and even seemed to be confident. Why was that so?
He could not think of any other reason except the boss of Jiayuan Club.
However, he was still a little hesitant because the Wen Corporation was at stake. In fact… he was stuck in a dilemma.
Butler Yu said, “The Wen Corporation will be handed to Missy sooner or later.”
Old Mr. Wen suddenly laughed and said, “Yeah! Those who are involved really fail to see the bigger picture.”