Chapter 25: A Stunning Reversal

Facing Su Yicai’s biting mockery, Su Rulan stood at the company entrance, looking utterly humiliated, like a clown exposed to ridicule. Su Weimin and Gao Yulan were so angry their veins throbbed, yet there was nothing they could do.

They had hoped Su Yicai would finally quiet down, but to their dismay, he refused to let go, feigning concern as he said, “I know you envy us, but there’s nothing you can do about it. This is the difference in fate—my sister’s fortune is simply not something you, Su Rulan, could ever compare to.”

“From now on, the gap between us will only widen, growing ever further apart!”

“Don’t think having two contracts changes anything. That was just out of pity for you, because compared to us, you’re still miles behind!”

Su Yicai seemed to relish the moment, throwing his head back in laughter, utterly unrestrained.

Su Zhengjun was nearly beside himself with fury, barely able to resist the urge to slap Su Yicai and put him in his place. Just then, a black Mercedes S-Class slowly pulled up in front of them.

The car door swung open, and a familiar figure stepped out, contract in hand, smiling as she walked towards them. It was Zhao Qing from Rising Group, the very person who had previously come to Su Rulan’s aid.

Today, Zhao Qing was dressed as impeccably as before, radiating the aura of a formidable businesswoman. Su Yicai’s heart immediately fluttered; he tossed aside his cleaning rag and hurried over with eager anticipation.

“President Zhao, you came without warning—could there be something special today? My father is resting, so if there’s anything you need, you can speak directly with me!” Su Yicai puffed out his chest, pretending to be important.

Zhao Qing paused, held up the contract as a gesture, and said, “I’m here today to deliver a contract.”

At these words, Su Yicai was elated inside. After the betrothal gift last night and now another contract, it seemed clear this opportunity would not fall to Su Rulan again!

“What kind of contract is it this time?” Su Yicai pressed down his excitement.

Zhao Qing’s expression was solemn. “The Chamber of Commerce has decided to entrust part of Huasheng Group’s business to your family’s company.”

At once, the Su family was shaken. Huasheng Group was one of the most prominent family enterprises in Jiangnan! Its chairman was currently the vice president of the Tiandu Chamber of Commerce—a figure of considerable influence.

“What exactly is this contract about?” Su Yicai laughed aloud, certain now that it was finally his turn as the favored son-in-law.

Su Weimin and Gao Yulan exchanged glances, sharing the same envious, bitter thought, cursing fate for its blindness.

Su Rulan sighed, convinced this opportunity would not be hers; receiving two contracts had already been more fortune than she could hope for.

Only Su Zhengjun felt his heart pounding, a strong premonition rising within him. He asked, “President Zhao, is this contract the same as last time?”

Zhao Qing shifted her gaze, looking at Su Rulan, who was preparing to turn inside. She smiled. “That’s right, you guessed it again. This contract is exactly the same as the previous one!”

Su Rulan froze, staring at Zhao Qing in disbelief, her eyes wide with wonder. “President Zhao, you aren’t joking, are you?”

“I’m not joking. This is the Chamber’s decision.” Zhao Qing smiled, nodding warmly at Su Rulan, her expression filled with goodwill.

Su Yicai was thunderstruck. He had just claimed the two previous contracts were handed out of pity, never imagining that a third contract would arrive so quickly.

How could Su Rulan possibly deserve such generosity?

“President Zhao, there must be some mistake. Why should Su Rulan receive three contracts in a row, especially one from Huasheng Group?” Su Yicai’s eyes were red with envy. He knew the Huasheng contract was even more significant than the others.

Zhao Qing replied, “I’ve already emphasized that this is the Chamber of Commerce’s decision. While I don’t yet know the full reasoning, it is absolutely true.”

Su Weimin and Gao Yulan gasped, their emotions soaring, faces alight with joy and pride.

“Haha, the contract is actually for Rulan!”

“A third contract—there really is a third contract!”

Su Yicai was left utterly stupefied, unable to accept this reality.

Seeing this, Su Zhengjun realized it was an opportune moment. He quickly tugged Su Yicai’s sleeve and urged, “Why are you standing around? Go fetch the old master! I’ll take President Zhao to the office.”

Soon, the old master of the Su family was brought to the company. He entered the office hurriedly, equally stunned, never expecting Su Rulan to benefit yet again.

But with Zhao Qing present, he couldn’t vent his displeasure and could only proceed with the formalities, signing the contract in less than half an hour.

Before leaving, Zhao Qing revealed that another contract would arrive tomorrow!

After she left, the entire Su family was left in shock.

Holding the contract and gazing at the official seal, Su Rulan felt dizzy, as if she were dreaming.

Su Zhengjun addressed everyone seriously, “By now, you should understand what’s really happening, shouldn’t you?”

“Zhengjun, what are you getting at?” the old master raised his brows, clearly displeased with the contract.

Su Zhengjun cleared his throat and said, “Ye Tianlin is the true heir of the Ye family. The reason three contracts have been delivered in succession is to teach us a lesson, to make us face reality. And I guarantee that tomorrow’s contract will also be for Su Rulan!”