Chapter 1995

“I’ve already discussed this matter with Third Brother. He won’t let the existing senior staff of the Mu Group leave.”

Mu Xiaojiu mentioned the arrangement he had previously discussed with Mu Xuri, hoping to reassure these people.

If they still couldn’t accept it, there was nothing more he could do.

“But, Mr. Mu…”

The manager wanted to say something, but Mu Xiaojiu raised his hand to stop him.

“I’ve made my decision. I won’t be going back to the Mu Group, so there’s no need to bring it up again.”

His expression had obviously darkened; saying this kind of comforting words once was enough. It’s not in his style to say it repeatedly.

The few people, seeing his determination, had no choice but to let it go.

“Alright then, if you have any plans in the future, we’re still willing to follow you.”

With that, they bowed to Mu Xiaojiu and took their leave.

Mu Xiaojiu watched their departing backs, thinking about the morning’s press conference.

Mu Xuri’s actions were really swift, quicker than he had anticipated.

He wasn’t actually opposed to the cooperation with the Shentu Family; in fact, he supported it.

The Eight Big Families should be more united and less scheming against each other.

In business, there are no permanent enemies. Mutually beneficial arrangements are always welcome.

He was just worried that Mu Xuri’s rapid pace might cause dissatisfaction among the other families.

Hopefully, the Mu Group will indeed turn out as he expected and not face major trouble.

…

With only two days before school starts, Baili Xia got up and prepared everything.

She was somewhat looking forward to the start of school.

Lately, her mood had been somber, as Xiaoxiao had shown no signs of waking up yet.

However, the situation wasn’t particularly terrible.

Nangong Xu said that Xiaoxiao’s bodily functions were still good; she just needed someone to help her stretch and move regularly.

Lately, Ye Hua had been taking care of her, staying by her side when he didn’t need to go out.

True feelings are revealed during difficult times; emotions that usually go unnoticed become apparent when something happens.

Having someone as good as Ye Hua, if Xiaoxiao woke up, she would surely find happiness.

Preparing school supplies, her mood finally brightened a bit.

She hadn’t seen those classmates for a long time; now thinking back, it seemed like the days with them were the most ordinary.

Ordinariness is often a form of happiness.

Even if there are struggles, they are very straightforward.

Not like the Mu family’s affairs, which are complex and unfathomable.

After tidying up, she planned to see Xiaoxiao again.

Once school starts tomorrow, there wouldn’t be much time during the day.

She didn’t expect that just before heading out, there was a knock on the door.

Baili Xia walked over, opened the door, and was slightly taken aback.

Unexpectedly, Ning Anran was standing outside.

There wasn’t anything specific, as she rarely interacted with Ning Anran.

She had long gotten used to these days where friends became strangers.

Ning Anran smiled and said, “Xiaxia, school starts tomorrow. I came to see if you’re ready.”

Baili Xia didn’t think she’d be so considerate, and casually replied, “I’m ready.”

Her hand was resting on the doorframe, with no intention of letting her in.

Ning Anran didn’t mind Baili Xia’s cold attitude and glanced over her shoulder into the room.

Seeing there was no one, she awkwardly smiled again.

“No one here? Not letting me in?”

Baili Xia had no intention of giving her any face and rejected her directly.

“I’m planning to visit Xiaoxiao. If there’s nothing else, please leave.”

Ning Anran’s face looked even more displeased, and her gaze grew cold.

“It’s nothing major, just heard something these days and wanted to talk to you about it.”