Chapter 128 Ming Dynasty Gold Buddha

Not long after returning home to rest, Su's father hurried over.

Accompanying him was Su Yechao's mother. Upon seeing her son, she looked worried and anxiously said, "Oh dear, what should we do? I asked around at the police station, but they have absolutely no leads on who those people are. Who knows how long we'll have to wait before they catch them!"

Concern led to panic.

There had been too many similar incidents over the years, and some people who were targeted didn't end up very well.

Mother Tang looked at Jiang Yu and Nangong Tian, earnestly reminding them, "Are you two alright? You must help keep a close eye on Xiaohao lately. Don't let him run around. He's the only son in the family. What would we do if something happened to him?"

Su's father, who had been subjected to her nagging the whole way, said with a headache, "Don't worry, there are patrol cars outside and so many bodyguards inside. As long as we're careful, everything will be fine. Maybe they'll catch the people soon?"

"Catch, catch, catch. How can they catch them if they don't even have a lead?"

Mother Tang rolled her eyes, took a sip of iced lemon tea brought by the nanny, and sighed, "Ah, why are we so unlucky? Why did they have to target you of all people..."

Su Yechao had gradually digested the news and shrugged, telling them, "The security company is sending eight more people over. You two are actually in more danger than I am. Maybe they'll see there's no opportunity with me and target you instead. No wonder bulletproof cars sold out all over Hong Kong recently. Those things are really useful. Lock the doors, and you don't have to be afraid of anyone. Don't use any other cars for the time being."

His father smiled, boastfully saying, "That's why I'm smart. I ordered three a long time ago. The whole family can be safe and sound. The money was well spent."

"Don't say things like that. In movies, people who talk too soon always end up in big trouble," Mother Tang said with a grimace.

…

The evening news was playing on TV.

Looking at the images on the screen, it was clear that they were showing Su Yechao leaving Hong Kong Island Police Headquarters. The host was excitedly reporting the news that the police had found a hideout on a boat.

As expected of someone in the media, the news organizations were well-informed. They provided a detailed account of Su Yechao's situation, even revealing that the newly formed Yanwenzi Group was about to go public, with an estimated market value of forty billion U.S. dollars.

After watching, Su's father stared at Su Yechao and said, "Forty billion U.S. dollars? It didn't seem to be worth that much a few months ago. Have you made another fortune?"

"...It hasn't gone public yet. Who knows how much it will actually be worth? The valuation is just a number. But the market's been pretty good lately."

Su Yechao said while watching the news.

It was only February, but since the beginning of the year, he had already earned more than four hundred million U.S. dollars from his investments, which was indeed quite impressive.

On TV.

At first, they were reporting serious news, but then it slowly became strange. The host pointed to the recording of Xiao Nizi and Jiang Yu standing on either side of him, saying that he had just gone on a trip with his beauties and was stopped by the police at the airport.

Then, they played a recording of the outside of this house, saying that it was the most expensive mansion in Hong Kong, with a total value of at least seven hundred million Hong Kong dollars, so it was no wonder he was being targeted.

After hearing this introduction, Su Yechao's face turned green.

Even this kind of news was being used to create hype. It was easy to imagine what the newspapers and magazines would write tomorrow.

They would probably spin the serious case into a story about romantic entanglements or business disputes. After all, it didn't matter if it was true or false; what mattered was that it could increase attention and boost sales.

Being pointed at and gossiped about was one thing, but the main thing was that he couldn't guarantee that Yin Liuli and Nong Qingying wouldn't see this news. If they found out that he had gone out with Xiao Nizi and Jiang Yu, it would be a bit of a problem. The blessings of having multiple women weren't so easy to enjoy; even a small problem could break the tacit understanding.

Su Yechao's parents were both in the living room, and Jiang Yu, who was more sensitive, had ears that were almost completely red.

Afraid that the phrase "trip with his beauties" would make them think too much, she softly explained, "We took Ah Hao's new plane to Si Jiu Cheng for a trip. These news reporters are so annoying; they even put my picture up."

Mother Tang slowly calmed down, her attention shifting to Xiao Nizi and Jiang Yu. She had already noticed something was off.

Being middle-aged, she also hoped to have grandchildren soon to continue the family line. She said with a smile, "They took very beautiful pictures of you two. You really do look like a talented man with beautiful women when you're with my son; you're especially well-matched. Don't worry, I'm not the meddling type. Some mothers-in-law want to control everything, which is really annoying. I just hope everyone can be harmonious and happy, without the worries of other families."

Hearing the meaning behind her words, Su Yechao felt helpless.

No matter how independent he was normally, he was still his mother's precious son. Talking about this kind of topic in person was just awkward.

So Su Yechao hurriedly changed the subject, saying, "Alright, how about you two stay here with me for the time being? There are the most bodyguards here, and there are enough rooms to avoid being separated and giving people a chance to strike."

Su's father couldn't have asked for a better opportunity to get closer, and he immediately agreed.

But Mother Tang shook her head, saying, "I still have things to do. Ah Hao, your new plane has arrived? It's perfect for sending me to Shanghai. The chain pharmacies that opened last year are doing very well. I plan to open at least two hundred more this year. Your grandfather has already relented and may list the Earl Medical Group when the opportunity arises. We're still lacking some selling points. If we can really manage the chain pharmacies well in the mainland and sell more medical equipment, we'll be able to raise more money when the time comes."

Su Yechao was hearing this news for the first time. Knowing that his mother was very career-oriented, he said with a smile, "That's great news. Once the company goes public, won't you become the chairman of a listed company?"

"There are so many things to do; it's so annoying. The stock market is so bad right now, we haven't made a final decision yet."

Speak of the devil.

The TV suddenly cut to a breaking news report. The person being interviewed was none other than Grandpa Tang.

Wearing a suit and tie, Grandpa Tang stood at the gate of the Tang family's old residence, leaning on a cane, and said with a strong voice, "Want to bully my grandson? That person hasn't been born yet!"

"That's right, since all the newspapers and TV stations are here, help me spread the word. If anyone can provide information about those thugs and assist the police in successfully catching them, I will give them a Ming Dynasty gold Buddha as a thank you. A friend wanted to spend seven million to buy it from me, but I didn't sell it. It might be worth more than ten million at an auction!"

"But don't get me wrong, this isn't a reward; it's just a thank you. I'm a man of my word. Whoever finds them, I'll give it to them!"

In front of the TV.

Su Yechao: "..."

Su's father: "..."

Jiang Yu and Xiao Nizi were dumbfounded.

Mother Tang was silent for a long while, took a deep breath, and said, "It would have been fine to just say something privately. Why did he have to be so high-profile? What if it causes trouble? Isn't my dad just asking for it? He's really getting more and more troublesome as he gets older..."