The waiter quietly left. Dai Shiya calmly took a sip of champagne. The bubbles burst on the tip of her tongue, but it did not relieve the inexplicable tension in her heart.
That cold look, like a maggot on the tarsal bone, lingered and made her alarm bells ring.
In the banquet hall, there were people drinking and chatting, and the luxurious lights shone on everyone's face, reflecting a smile that was real or fake.
The lively atmosphere seemed to be isolated from her, and an uneasy premonition spread in her heart.
She gently put down the wine glass, and the bottom of the glass collided with the table, making a crisp sound. This subtle sound seemed to be infinitely magnified at this moment, knocking on her nerves.
The family now stands at the pinnacle of power, overlooking all living beings, and the glory is added to her body, but Dai Shiya feels like walking on thin ice.
Under this prosperous scene, there are so many undercurrents hidden, and she knows it better than anyone else.
Dai Shiya turned and walked towards the terrace. The night breeze blew gently, bringing a hint of coolness, but it could not blow away the irritability in her heart.
The dazzling night scene of the city spread out under her feet, like a huge chessboard, and she was the chess player on the chessboard.
Every decision could change the fate of the entire family.
She took a deep breath and tried to keep herself calm.
Who was that look?
What was the purpose?
Was it jealousy, resentment, or...
a deeper conspiracy?
As her thoughts drifted, Wei Qing's figure appeared beside her.
"Shiya, what are you thinking about?" Wei Qing's voice was gentle and firm, like a bright light in the night sky, bringing her a little comfort.
"I'm thinking," Dai Shiya turned her head and looked at Wei Qing, her eyes deep, "How long can we stay at the top?"
Wei Qing was slightly stunned, and then understood what she meant.
The seemingly peaceful world of the rich is actually turbulent.
They are not completely unaware of the new moves of other families.
Those families who secretly made trouble in business projects and attempted to snatch Dai's resources are like a group of jackals lurking in the dark, ready to pounce and tear off a piece of meat at any time.
"The Dai family is not so easily shaken." Wei Qing
Dai Shiya chuckled, but there was a hint of coldness in her smile.
"I know. It's just..." She paused, looked into the distance, and said in a low voice, "I always feel that something is going to happen."
Wei Qing followed her gaze. The night was dark, and the tall buildings in the distance were brightly lit, but she couldn't see anything unusual.
"What do you mean..."
Dai Shiya didn't answer, but just shook her head lightly, with a meaningful smile on her lips.
"Tomorrow, let Lawyer Li come over."
Dai Shiya's premonition was not groundless.
The small actions of other families had long been mastered by her spies.
They thought they were doing it secretly, but they didn't know that under Dai Shiya's layout, everything was like a clown's clumsy performance.
The next morning, Lawyer Li appeared in Dai Shiya's office on time.
Dai Shiya handed him the documents that had been prepared long ago, and her tone was calm but with unquestionable majesty: "According to the plan." Lawyer Li took the documents.
A few days later, an explosive news came out in the business circle: several wealthy companies were investigated by relevant departments for suspected unfair competition, and their stock prices plummeted, causing heavy losses.
The Dai Group took the opportunity to acquire the high-quality assets of several companies, further consolidating its market position.
As soon as the news came out, the entire wealthy circle was shocked.
Those families who originally wanted to bite off a piece of meat from the Dai family were now like tigers with their teeth pulled out, and could only watch the Dai family grow stronger.
They were very upset, but they could do nothing about it. They could only secretly sigh at Dai Shiya's foresight and ruthless means.
The Dai Group was jubilant.
The morale of the employees was high and they were full of confidence in the future.
They were proud to have such a wise and courageous leader.
The fragrance of champagne filled the banquet hall again. This time, Dai Shiya's smile was more confident and calm.
In the evening, Wei Qing brought the latest business intelligence.
Dai Shiya took the document, quickly glanced through it, and a satisfied smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.
"It seems that our plan is going well."
Wei Qing nodded, with admiration in her eyes. "Shiya, you are so amazing."
The two smiled at each other, and everything was said without words.
The tacit understanding and trust between them continued to deepen in their cooperation, like an indestructible barrier, guarding the glory and splendor of the Dai family.
As night fell, the Dai family mansion was brightly lit, and a warm atmosphere spread in the power center of the family, making people feel extremely at ease.
In the study, Dai Shiya stood alone in front of the French window, overlooking the night view of the city.
The future of the family, like this prosperous city, is full of infinite possibilities.
She took a deep breath and slowly said, "It's time to make the next plan..." Dai Shiya's slender fingers tapped the table lightly, again and again, and the rhythmic tapping sound echoed in the quiet study, just like her chaotic thoughts at the moment.
Outside the window, the lights of the city flickered, like stars falling to the earth, dazzling, but unable to illuminate the confusion in her heart at the moment.
Radical or conservative?
These are the two paths before her.
Radical, like dancing on the edge of a cliff, full of risks, but it may also bring huge benefits; conservative, steady and cautious, but it may also miss opportunities and eventually be eliminated by the times.
Dai Shiya took a deep breath, the scent of sandalwood lingered around her nose, but it could not calm her restless heart.
She closed her eyes, and the faces of her family members emerged in her mind, with expectations, worries, doubts, and trust.
She shoulders the fate of the entire family, and every decision must be made with great caution.
"Knock knock knock--"
There was a knock on the door, and Wei Qing pushed the door open, holding a cup of steaming black tea in her hand.
"Shiya, take a break." Wei Qing put the black tea on the table and looked at her with concern.
Dai Shiya took the black tea and took a sip. The warm liquid flowed down her throat into her stomach, bringing a hint of warmth.
"I'm fine."
"Still thinking about the family plan?" Wei Qing sat down opposite her, her tone gentle and firm.
Dai Shiya nodded, her eyes cast out the window, her voice low, "I've been hesitating, should I be more radical or more conservative."
Wei Qing didn't say anything, just listened quietly
for a long time, Dai Shiya retracted her gaze, "I've thought it through."
The next day, at the family meeting, Dai Shiya announced her plan.
Bold, innovative, unprecedented, like a thunder, it exploded in the family.
Surprise, doubt, worry, all kinds of emotions appeared alternately on the faces of family members.
"This is too risky!" said a family elder in a heavy tone.
"Risks and opportunities coexist." Dai Shiya said calmly and firmly, "I believe that my choice is right."
The meeting room was silent, and everyone's eyes were focused on Dai Shiya, waiting for her further explanation.
Dai Shiya looked around at everyone, and a confident smile appeared at the corner of her mouth.
"Everyone," she spoke slowly, her voice crisp and powerful, "I have a plan..."
Dai Shiya's new plan, like the first ray of sunshine in spring, injected new vitality into the Dai Group.
In just a few months, the group's several new projects have achieved good results, and the profit growth rate has far exceeded expectations.
The original voices of doubt gradually disappeared, replaced by praise and admiration.
At the family meeting, the elders looked at Dai Shiya with admiration and a little more respect in their words.
"Shiya, your vision is indeed unique, and this decision is so wise!" A gray-haired elder clapped his hands and praised, and the wrinkles on his face stretched out, as if he was ten years younger.
"Yes, Shiya, you are really as good as men, leading our Dai family to a new glory!" Another elder also echoed, his tone full of relief and pride.
Dai Shiya smiled slightly and nodded gracefully.
Her slender fingers gently stroked the teacup in her hand, and the warm touch relaxed her tense nerves a little. The
fresh tea fragrance lingered around her nose, dispelling the fatigue of the past few days.
Outside the window, the sun shone into the conference room through the French windows, shining on her delicate face, adding a bit of brilliance.
The recognition of family members made Dai Shiya feel relieved.
She took a deep breath, feeling the long-lost relaxation and comfort.
Tonight, she can finally have a good sleep.
However, the gears of fate never stopped turning.
Just when Dai Shiya relaxed her vigilance, a sense of uneasiness crept into her heart.
An anonymous email quietly lay in her mailbox. The content of the email was brief but shocking: someone in the family colluded with competitors to sell out the group's secrets.
Dai Shiya's face instantly became solemn, and her slender eyebrows were tightly wrinkled together, forming a deep ravine.
Her fingertips gently tapped the table, making a crisp sound, once, twice, three times...
It was like tapping in her heart, making her feel depressed and bored.
As night fell, the Dai family mansion was shrouded in silence.
In the study, Dai Shiya sat alone at the table, holding the anonymous email in her hand, her eyes were like torches.
Every word in the email pricked her nerves like a needle tip.
"Who is it?" She whispered to herself, with a barely perceptible tremor in her voice.
Suddenly, a light sound of footsteps came from outside the door and stopped at the door of the study.
Dai Shiya raised her head sharply and looked at the door.
"Who?"