Chapter 383: Chapter 383: The Money Must Not Be Taken
Sheng Sidong and Fang Mengying treated Sheng Tang like their own daughter, never feeling resentful.
As parents, one cannot avoid making sacrifices for their children.
The child has no choice, with her small arms and legs, she can only rely on adults to raise and take care of her.
Mr. Sheng probably didn’t understand this, otherwise, he wouldn’t have left back then, almost causing Sheng Sidong and his mother to starve.
"Sir, don’t tell Tangtang about this," Sheng Sidong said, "We don’t plan to lift this veil of secrecy."
"Veil of secrecy?" The old man caught the implication, "Your whole family is tacitly keeping this secret?"
Sheng Sidong paused for a moment, looking a bit troubled: "She might have figured it out. She’s very clever. After seeing Cheng Ruojun’s photo, she began to suspect. Then she came to test me, and I accidentally let it slip..."
The old man: "...."
Being tested by a child, very impressive, Professor Sheng!
"She knows we treat her well and doesn’t want to expose the truth," Sheng Sidong continued, "We also don’t want Tangtang to leave."
The old man nodded.
He sighed, "A few days ago, I was still telling Secretary Cai that among all these grandchildren, only Tangtang is the most promising. I didn’t expect..."
Sheng Sidong slightly furrowed his brow.
"We don’t interfere with your company," Sheng Sidong stated his position.
The old man waved his hand, saying no more.
Father and son went downstairs, and the atmosphere downstairs was very oppressive.
Only Sheng Tang sat there, at ease.
Everyone else gritted their teeth in hatred towards her but was helpless.
The old man noticed this scene and felt a slight stir inside: "Tangtang is truly a natural leader!"
She commanded respect; all the people in the Sheng Family, whether old or young, were afraid of her.
She was articulate and could fight. Whether it was a verbal or physical fight, they couldn’t win against her and dared not easily provoke her.
It was said that at school, she commanded great respect as well, truly talented.
More importantly, she was the future daughter-in-law designated by the Gu Family. Seeing the way she carried herself, it was clear why the Gu Family appreciated her so much, accepting her despite their elite status.
Unfortunately, she wasn’t of Sheng bloodline.
In this regard, the old man still held old-fashioned views. He could train a granddaughter to be an heir, but he couldn’t allow his family business to fall into the hands of outsiders.
He coughed lightly.
Everyone stood up.
All eyes fell on Sheng Sidong.
Sheng Sidong’s expression was very calm, not as if he had just been scolded.
After a few moments of casual conversation, the old man said to his grandchildren, "You all go for a walk, we adults have something to discuss."
A few people stood up.
Sheng Zhang, Sheng Qiao, and Sheng Rong went upstairs.
Before leaving, Sheng Qiao glanced at Sheng Zong and Sister Tang, seemingly wanting to say something.
"Sister, Sheng Tang has become even more beautiful!" Sheng Rong said resentfully.
This comment also struck a nerve with Sheng Qiao.
Sheng Tang was becoming increasingly beautiful, her figure and features becoming more refined, able to shine even without makeup.
Girls have a natural jealousy towards the beauty of their peers.
"What’s the use of beauty?" Sheng Qiao said coldly, "Is she going to sell herself in the future?"
Sheng Rong snickered, "Indeed it’s useless. Given her family’s condition, she might end up marrying someone like her father, a teacher. Last time her rich boyfriend, his family would definitely not agree.
Once a woman gets married and has children, without money for maintenance and can’t afford servants, she has to do everything herself and ages quickly. The beauty lasts only a few years.
By then, when we compare ourselves again, she will be no match for us."
Sheng Qiao finally felt a bit relieved inside.
She didn’t see Gu Shiting last time, only heard Sheng Zhang and Sheng Rong describe him as extremely handsome. To this day, Sheng Qiao still hadn’t found out who he was.
However, today she had a big gift to give to Sister Tang and Sheng Zong.
Thinking of this, Sheng Qiao’s eyes squinted slightly, her plan already formed.