Chapter 1 Zhao Long Mountain Manor

Zhao Long Mountain Manor in Casino. Because the Eastern Conglomerate Group’s business was shifting to the mainland, and Zhao Yiming's parents often resided in Mogan Mountain, the Zhao family's mansion in Zhao Long Mountain Manor sat idle most of the year, with more days unoccupied than inhabited. Only some housekeepers and managers were left to handle the daily maintenance.

This situation changed last month. Zhao Yimeng suddenly became pregnant and moved back to Zhao Long Mountain Manor to recuperate, becoming a hot topic in Casino. Paparazzi were like chickens on steroids, eager to uncover the identity of the child’s father.

It wasn't that she couldn't keep her mouth shut. Before there was a way to explain the child's origins, Miss Zhao wanted to keep it a secret. Unfortunately, her belly grew bigger day by day, and as the weather became increasingly hot, her clothes became thinner, making it difficult to avoid attention. Heaven knows how many eligible golden bachelors in Hong Kong and Casino, as well as young men within the Eastern Conglomerate Group who admired the eldest Miss, had their hearts broken when the news of her pregnancy spread. Generations of struggle, just like that, suddenly cut off. It was indeed heartbreaking.

Zhao Yimeng came from a wealthy family, and since she was a few years old, she frequently appeared in various magazines and newspapers. In the nineties, her popularity was even greater than that of Su Yibiao. When she was a teenager, she was graceful and beautiful. People began to worry about her future, discussing various eligible young men to see who had the best chance of winning her heart. Now, she was unexpectedly pregnant out of wedlock, the identity of the child's father was a mystery, and Zhao Yimeng had no intention of revealing anything. This only fueled the paparazzi’s interest, eager to find out which lucky person had gotten their hands on assets worth two or three hundred million Hong Kong dollars.

Too lazy to care about the rumors outside, Zhao Yiming continued to busy himself with the work of the Eastern Conglomerate Group. Last week, he had spent 550 million Hong Kong dollars and 870 million Hong Kong dollars respectively to acquire two plots of land on Casino Island, good locations surrounded by water on three sides, with excellent positions. Unfortunately, the projects would include economic and affordable housing, and housing prices would be affected to some extent. However, someone was adamant that Casino's housing prices would inevitably soar, and the local gambling industry and economy were developing rapidly, so the land's prospects were still very good.

The morning of June 13th. After Zhao Yimeng went to the hospital for a prenatal checkup, she returned home and busied herself with processing documents. To take care of his daughter, and because he felt bored living in the mountains, her parents had returned to Casino last month and had no intention of returning to the mountains in the short term.

At this moment. Zhao Yimeng's old man nudged his wife and whispered, "You accompanied Xiao Meng to the hospital for a prenatal checkup. Is my grandson doing well? Did you ask clearly on the way whose child it is?"

His wife, Jin Yu, was extremely well-maintained. Outsiders would believe she was forty years old. At this time, she said impatiently to her husband, "All you know how to do is ask, if you ask me, who do I ask? Young women have high standards, you know that. After thinking it over, that person is still the most suspicious."

Zhao Yimeng kept her mouth shut, and if she didn't want to say something, she could really keep it a secret. The old couple had been kept in the dark until now and were quite worried about it. The main thing was that it wasn't proper, and it wouldn't be good to spread the news, as it would easily invite ridicule from the outside world. Compared to the child's father, who had no trace, He Yunliang, whose reputation wasn't very good, seemed a bit more reliable. This directly led to He Yunliang's life improving a lot after holding a grand wedding with Zhao Dingling. Recently, he was also preparing to conceive and become a father.

Mr. Zhao seemed thoughtful, nodded, and said, "That's right, I heard that a few days ago, the company's office building in Guangzhou New District had some problems with the special permit procedures. After asking someone to make a call, I learned that Sihai International had already helped to smooth things over. The regulations restricting foreign investment in the north have been particularly strict since last year. I originally thought I would have to make some moves, but I didn't expect Sihai International to lend a hand, and even make a call directly from Sijiu City. That's a bit strange."

Pregnant women have big tempers. Every time they asked Zhao Yimeng about related questions, they would always be lectured by their dear daughter. They couldn't scold her, and their past prestige was no longer effective. If they didn't figure out the child's background, the couple would always be worried about it.

After thinking it over. The figure of a certain young master appeared in their line of sight. The root of the matter was how Zhao Yimeng had made her fortune. The couple was clear that without Su Yibiao's guidance, Zhao Yiming might be able to manage the work of a Dong Conglomerate Group executive, but he wasn't the material for making big money through investment.

Not only that. Compared to an unknown passerby, the couple felt in their hearts that Su Yibiao's child was easier for them to accept. This was better than the nonsense guesses in the tabloids, that she accidentally became pregnant after buying drinks at a bar, or that she was protecting a married man. Far, far better.

The reasoning was similar to Lu Xun's theory of opening a window. Although Su Yibiao's private life was more complicated, at least his position and strength were there, and he was truly capable.

...

Zhao Yimeng's parents were worried.

He Yunliang came to visit with gifts and said happily, "Dad, Mom! My old man and them went to England on vacation and accidentally bought a bottle of 1926 Macallan Whiskies, and some health products."

Looking at this inconspicuous son-in-law, Zhao Yiming's old man only asked, "Have you contacted Ah Biao recently? A project in Guangzhou was able to be smoothed over thanks to him. Yimeng is already busy enough, she actually kept such a big thing a secret before. When I have time, I have to treat him to a meal."

He Yunliang, as an insider, although he was a bit of an idiot, wasn't stupid. He blinked his eyes and asked, "Dad, are you referring to... Ah Biao helping?"

"What do you think?"

"... I have nothing to say. It's normal for brothers to stab each other in the back, and it's only right to ask him for help."

The old couple remained silent, listening as if they hadn't heard anything.

Pleasing his father-in-law and mother-in-law was certainly important, but whether it was Su Yibiao or Zhao Yiming, He Yunliang felt that he couldn't afford to offend either of them. Therefore, before confirming that the secret had already been exposed, he didn't dare to speak rashly.

Rarely being clever, He Yunliang had already threatened Su Yibiao before, getting the game company to specially help him, creating a series of gun skins tailored for him. Every time he entered the "Cross Fire" game, he would become the brightest boy. Su Yibiao was a little speechless. This was like someone possessing Aladdin's lamp, but only wanting game skins.

If some ambitious entrepreneurs, or founders of start-up companies, heard about this, they would probably cry and faint in the street.

I have to say. He Yunliang was quite clever, putting his personal assets in 5s capital management, and constantly asking Su Yibiao to help manage them. He claimed to be the boss of an investment company to the outside world, but in reality, he was idle all day long, and he hadn't made any less money. Whether it was Rongzi Honghao Tourism or Biguiyuan at the beginning, the share that He Yunliang invested in was much more than that of Dai Xiaojun.

There were many circles that looked very promising, but were actually losing money everywhere. Their lives were far less carefree than this fellow, not only did he live a lavish life, but he also hadn't made any less money.

Su Yibiao didn't know that he had become the number one suspect. Today, he was going back to Casino to visit his second aunt, and he called Zhao Yimeng to go out for a walk...