Chapter 69: Live-in Son-in-Law

"Sixty million..."
"Seventy million!"
"Eight thousand..."
The woman had barely called in forty million when the bidding began to skyrocket.
Shares in a listed company, and a thriving one at that—twelfth of the equity—could easily fetch over a hundred million.
"One hundred and seventy million!"
As the price climbed higher, the woman's face grew increasingly anxious.
She wore an exquisitely tailored dress, possessing a stunningly beautiful face, delicate features, and fair skin—a truly captivating beauty.
But now, that composed beauty was completely masked by anxiety.
Her brows were tightly furrowed, her long eyelashes trembled slightly, her gaze fixed on the auction stage, her eyes surging with barely suppressed urgency.
She could only offer two hundred million for these shares; after all, while Qing Shi Group was booming, it was still their family's company.
Furthermore, various projects were currently underway within the group.
She simply couldn't come up with much cash.
If she didn't secure those 12% shares, and someone else won the bid, her uncle's family might join forces with that person to sideline her.
Then, Qingshi Group would be under someone else's control.
It was fortunate that her uncle's family hadn't received any advance warning; otherwise, they would definitely be here to compete with her.
As a multi-billion dollar group, 12% of the shares would conservatively be worth at least a billion, but many people wouldn't auction off shares of such a group at that price.
Therefore, two hundred million was already the limit in the woman's eyes.
"Two hundred million!"
Her name was Liang Shiqi, and as the vice president of Qingshi Group, many people present recognized her.
After Liang Shiqi called out two hundred million, everyone glanced at her, and many who were interested in the shares didn't continue bidding.
With the price exceeding two hundred million, a risk assessment was naturally necessary. If she bid any higher for the shares, and subsequent problems arose, she might lose money.
Coupled with Liang Shiqi's determined demeanor, some people hesitated.
Seeing that no one was bidding for the long time, Liang Shiqi breathed a sigh of relief.
In her opinion, winning the shares was already a good thing; as for the 200 million shortfall, she could make up for it later.
"I bid 250 million!"
Before Liang Shiqi could completely relax, a slightly mocking voice rang out.
"Huh?!"
Liang Shiqi's eyes widened as she looked towards a not-too-disgusting face!
It was her uncle's son, her brother, Liang Shiyuan.
"Weren't they not planning to come to this auction? Why are they here? And they just happen to have prepared so much money."
Seeing Liang Shiyuan, Liang Shiqi's pretty face paled slightly.
She hadn't expected that her uncle's family would still notice the shares.
“Shiqi…”
Liang Shiyuan chuckled softly, “We’re family. It doesn’t matter who bids for the shares. You knew about this but didn’t even tell me. Sigh…you’ve hurt me so much.”
Hearing this, Liang Shiqi’s chest heaved with anger.
Beside her sat a handsome man. Seeing Liang Shiqi’s expression, he said softly, “Shiqi, don’t be angry, or he’ll laugh at you.”
"I know..."
Liang Shiqi replied indifferently, then sat down in the chair.
Her long eyelashes trembled slightly, and her beautiful eyes were somewhat lifeless.
If her uncle's family won the bid for these shares, then she...
"Two hundred and fifty million once."
"Two hundred and fifty million a second time!"
"Two..."
"Two hundred and sixty million!"
Before the auction hammer fell, a shout rang out.
Everyone looked towards the source of the voice and saw that the person bidding was none other than Fang Chang, a notorious playboy in Suzhou.
Fang Chang hadn't been interested in the shares, but just now, Qingluan had whispered in his ear, "Young Master Fang, these shares are definitely a good deal."
"Your brother, Fang Fan, asked me to tell you that I'll cover the cost for you~"
The heir to the Fang family is Fang Yajun, and Fang Fan has his own businesses outside, so just now, Fang Fan sent a message to Qingluan.
Helping Fang Chang acquire these shares would make them his own property.
Seeing this unexpected challenge, Liang Shiyuan was enraged and shouted, "Three hundred million!"
Faced with the aggressive bid, Qingluan raised the bidding paddle under Fang Chang's seat and said softly, "Young Master Fang bids three hundred and fifty-one million!"
"Three hundred and fifty-one million?"
Liang Shiyuan was stunned.
He had only prepared three hundred and fifty million, thinking it was a sure thing, and he might even be able to buy some other things.
But after he bid three hundred million, the other party immediately raised the price to three hundred and fifty-one million, as if they had checked his funds before making the bid.
This feeling infuriated Liang Shiyuan.
He glared at Fang Chang through gritted teeth.
Fang Chang completely ignored his glare.
Tang Jun, sitting in the front row, had wanted to bid a high price to annoy Fang Chang, but while his martial arts skills were impressive, his funds were insufficient.
Moreover, what I'm buying today isn't equity; I can't squander my money, so I have to swallow my pride.
"Three hundred and fifty-one million, for the first time!"
"Three..."
Bang!
"Sold! Let's congratulate Young Master Fang on acquiring twelve percent of Qingshi Group's equity!"
The people present applauded for Fang Chang.
Fang Chang was somewhat in a daze.
Wait, this three hundred and fifty million was just spent like that?
The auction house attendant brought the equity agreement to Fang Chang. Qingluan didn't let Fang Chang pay; instead, she made a phone call and transferred the money directly to the auction house.
Upon hearing the notification sound of funds arriving in his earpiece, the attendant smiled and said, "Young Master Fang, this item is yours. Just sign it, and the equity will officially take effect."
"These two people next to me are a lawyer and a notary public; they can legally transfer the equity for you."
Hearing this, Fang Chang didn't hesitate, picked up a pen, and signed his name directly.
With shares in the multi-billion dollar group, it seems he now owns his own business.
Fang Fan, watching from afar, smiled slightly.
The 350 million wasn't a significant blow to him; he considered it compensation for Fang Chang, given how much Duan Xiao had annoyed him lately.
After signing, the shareholding agreement became effective immediately.
Fang Chang could feel the gaze on him from behind.
He instinctively turned around and met Liang Shiqi's eyes.
Liang Shiqi's beautiful eyes were filled with excitement, almost overflowing with love.
She and Fang Chang were childhood sweethearts, attending university together. Fang Chang chose not to continue his studies, and Liang Shiqi did the same, choosing to inherit the family business.