Speaking of which, from the first time Ye Shikai met Ji Qian, she showed a great aversion to the Ji Family, and even to Yanjing, so if it weren't for Ye Shikai encountering trouble, she wouldn't have planned to come back at all. But now, she suddenly plans to return, it's truly an unexpected decision.

"How did you persuade her?" Ji Yu was quite shocked. She hadn't used sisterly bonds to convince Ji Qian to return, yet Ji Tao managed to bring her back.

"I didn't persuade her to come back; she came to us herself." Ji Tao said with a smile "Perhaps this child has finally figured things out."

"Is that so?" Ji Yu showed a disdainful look "If she had figured it out, she would have come back long ago. The real reason is still that rotten man." Ji Yu immediately thought of Ye Shikai. Just after Chen Yuxin announced their marriage, Ji Qian was willing to come back, clearly too disappointed in Ye Shikai.

"Yu, your sister's return is a good thing, but I must remind you not to provoke Ye Shikai lightly." Ji Tao said slowly "Actually, I know about his relationship with your sister, and although they did not end up together, it simply means their fate is over. Besides, your sister has long forgiven him."

"So father knew all along." Ji Yu exclaimed in surprise, her mood growing more sour, "If father knew, why didn't he stand up for sister and teach him a lesson?"

"Yu, you still don't understand Ye Shikai. Why did that little girl from the Chen family fall for him, and moreover, his subordinates in Yanjing constitute an indomitable force. Now that he's allied with the Chen Family, whether in strength, connections, or resources, he's reached the peak. I feel the future of Yanjing is about to change..."

"Perhaps Chen Yuxin is blind, perhaps one day she'll become another Su Qingyu, and by then, she'll be crying."

"Haha, but in my impression, she is the most outstanding of the young generation among Yanjing's major families."

"Hmph, father must have misjudged her." Ji Yu said, dissatisfied.

"Forget it, whether he is good or bad is not your concern right now. Quickly tidy up, your sister is coming back soon."

Ji Qian's return to the Ji Family was known by other major families in Yanjing. Having been away from the Ji Family for so long, it felt somewhat like a 'return of the lost'. Several families had already come to send gifts, though their deep-seated thoughts were unknown.

But within the Ji Family, one person was evidently worried about Ji Qian's return, and that was Ji Feng.

As Ji Tao's third brother, Ji Feng was Ji Qian's third uncle, but his thoughts were far darker. If Ji Qian hadn't returned, then once Ji Tao passed away, he could easily dispose of that little niece Ji Yu, and then the position of Family Head would be his. But now, Ji Qian is mature, steady, deeply loved by Ji Tao, and with her identity as Lady Ji, becoming the successor seemed only natural, rendering his efforts over the years in vain.

However, if he acted now, it would be too rash. That aside, there were fewer people in the Ji Family willing to follow him than Ji Tao, and as Family Head, besides the "White Mist Army", he still had hidden cards. Acting now would be nothing short of suicidal.

"Third Young Master, Miss Wang is outside seeking an audience." At this moment, a servant ran in from outside, whispering into Ji Feng's ear.

"Quick, bring her in." Upon hearing Wang Qian's name, Ji Feng got energized, perhaps she was the only one who could help him realize his plan.

"Mr. Ji, long time no see." Wang Qian hurriedly walked into the hall, the Ji Family mansion was vast, almost like a maze.

"Miss Wang, welcome, welcome. Someone, serve tea." Ji Feng quickly invited Wang Qian to sit down.

"I heard Lady Ji returned, so I came to congratulate you." Wang Qian smiled faintly, actually not only the Wang Family, but nearly all the major families in Yanjing were present, many business tycoons also came to offer congratulations.

"Thank you, Miss Wang. May I ask why you came to visit me..." Ji Feng asked curiously, giving Wang Qian a discreet look.

"This..." Wang Qian's eyes fell on the servant at the door, Ji Feng immediately got the hint.

"Everyone, leave, and do not enter without my orders."

"Yes."

"Yes."

"Alright, Miss Wang, it's absolutely quiet here, you may speak." Ji Feng said, looking around.

"With Lady Ji returning, Mr. Ji should be feeling as if he's sitting on a pincushion." Wang Qian sipped her tea lightly, her gaze locked on Ji Feng's eyes.

"How could that be, I'm certainly happy that my niece has returned." Ji Feng laughed while saying "Miss Wang's joke is definitely not funny at all."

"Mr. Ji, since I'm here, why not be honest with each other? I came to seek cooperation." Wang Qian frowned slightly, seemingly a bit annoyed.

"Cooperate, what cooperation does Miss Wang want to discuss?" Ji Feng showed a shocked expression.

"Hmph, if Mr. Ji isn't sincere, then... we'll leave it at that." Wang Qian smiled instead of being angry, slowly stood up, and walked towards the door.

"Miss Wang, please calm down." Finally, just as Wang Qian was about to step out of the hall, Ji Feng hurriedly stopped her.

"I was probing earlier, apologies for any offense caused." Ji Feng cupped his hands to express his apology "Miss Wang, please take a seat."

"Mr. Ji, we're all smart people, why waste time on such trivial matters?" Wang Qian continued to drink her tea, while Ji Feng's face showed heaviness and a bit of reluctance.

"Miss Wang, let's... get to the business then."

"Alright, then I'll be straightforward. With Ji Qian's return, it's bound to shake Mr. Ji's status, and even... affect the choice of the next Family Head." Wang Qian hit the nail on the head, what Ji Feng feared most was this. Moreover, given Ji Qian's methods, if she really ascends to power, she would surely eliminate anyone who poses a threat to her position, with Ji Feng being the first in line, he would not even be able to hold onto his interests.

"Is Miss Wang planning to help me?"

"Of course, for the sake of the family's interests, I need an excellent partner. If Ji Qian becomes the future Family Head, it equally poses a threat to the Wang Family's interests, so... that's why I've come to seek cooperation with Mr. Ji."

"What a pity, now Lady Ji's power is strong, and besides internal support from the Ji Family, she also has backing from outside." Ji Feng continued saying "In comparison, my chances of winning are too low."

"Mr. Ji, the present difficulties are temporary, I have a plan here, I wonder if you're interested." Wang Qian gave a sly smile, took a document from her bag, and handed it to Ji Feng.

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