War of Roses: The Proud Tycoon，Please Surrender!-Chapter 242 Let Mu Bei Come Back to See Me!

Old Sir Tang knocked the ground with his cane and said, "Truly, he’s my son, the son of Tang Feng. His temperament is very much like mine, but it’s not meant for you to threaten me!"

"Father, saying anything else is pointless. You should make a choice now, right now!" Tang Yuxiu said.

"You’re not even willing to give your father a little time to think?" Old Sir Tang asked mockingly.

"I believe that this month has been ample time, more than enough for Father to think everything over."

"You really do understand me!"

Old Sir Tang snorted coldly, although his expression was cold and his tone sarcastic, he wasn’t truly angry, and his eyes didn’t show any anger.

Tang Yuxiu was persisting here precisely because he understood him; otherwise, once he confirmed that Old Sir Tang would never agree, he would have already left.

The fact that he was still here proved that there was a chance Old Sir Tang might agree, and a significantly high one at that.

Old Sir Tang valued the interests of the Tang Family and the Tang Clan the most, and the one he valued the most in the entire family was Tang Yuxiu.

From a young age until now, he had spent twenty years nurturing him to become the most outstanding successor. How could he give up on him for some outsiders?

If he chose not to use Tang Yuxiu and stripped him of his inheritance rights, where would he find a second successor who could compare to him?

Even if he could cultivate another, he no longer had the energy for another twenty years, and he feared he wouldn’t live to see that day.

Undoubtedly, Old Sir Tang believed Tang Yuxiu when he said he had the ability to support the entire Tang Family and the Tang Clan alone. He was aware of how formidable he truly was, even more so than he had been back in the day.

Since he delegated power to Tang Yuxiu five years ago, appointing him as the general manager of the Tang Clan, Tang Yuxiu had conducted a vigorous reform, elevating the Tang Clan to a new height.

From that time on, the business world became Tang Yuxiu’s domain.

People said that within fifty years, there would not be another like Tang Yuxiu, and he wouldn’t be surpassed.

To ask, with such an outstanding person, who was also his biological son, Old Sir Tang would have to be out of his mind to revoke his inheritance rights.

"Father, whether as your son or as a junior in the business world, I respect you. Likewise, I hope you respect me too. I no longer need someone interfering in my life. Don’t you trust my choice? Let me tell you, while Gu Yan may not have anything remarkable now, given time, with me paving the way for her, she will be the most brilliant new star in the music world." Tang Yuxiu looked earnest and said, "The Tang Clan’s main interests include entertainment; once Gu Yan rises to fame, the value she will bring to the Tang Clan will be immeasurable. Father, you are a businessman; you should know what potential stocks are."

Old Sir Tang seemed surprised by what Tang Yuxiu had said, "Have you discovered Gu Yan’s value a long time ago?"

Tang Yuxiu nodded.

"Then about her..." Is it genuine feelings, or did you see her value and use emotions as the binding force to keep her around?

Before Old Sir Tang could finish, Tang Yuxiu swiftly interrupted him: "Father, my feelings for her are genuine. It’s never been about using emotions because of the potential value she might unleash in the future. I ask that you keep such thoughts to yourself."

Especially when he brought Gu Yan back, if she heard such words, she might overthink and be insecure about herself.

Old Sir Tang gave a deep look at his proudest son, initially believing he would remain alone for life, impervious to anyone, but unexpectedly, someone had come along to change that.

No matter how capable or smart he was, he was just an ordinary person after all.

Old Sir Tang sighed to himself, realizing it might actually be a good thing.

As a father, he certainly didn’t want his son to be a ruthless, cold-hearted person.

Now that he was old, with his wife passed away, and his sons busy with their careers, he lived alone in the big house, understanding deeply the feeling of loneliness.

He also hoped his son could marry, allowing him to enjoy his later years in peace, ensuring that when his son also grew old, he wouldn’t end up alone like himself.

Thinking this, he waved his hand and said, "Fine, go ahead. You’ve long been capable of handling things on your own. There’s nothing left for me to do as your father. If you want to bring her back, just bring her back. After all, once you’re married, you won’t live with this old man, out of sight, out of mind, it’s comfortable for me."

Upon hearing this, Tang Yuxiu couldn’t help but smile, "Don’t worry, Father. Yanyan lost both parents early on and longs for a family. After I bring her back, I’ll often bring her to see you."

"I won’t hold any hopes for you, a busy man," Old Sir Tang said.

Since becoming the general manager of the Tang Clan, Tang Yuxiu had been busier than anyone, typically returning to the old house only once a month.

Tang Yuxiu smiled faintly, "I’ll try my best."

Old Sir Tang snorted, picking up his teacup and taking a sip.

Tang Yuxiu paused for a moment and said, "It seems that Mubei also has some good news coming."

"Really?" Old Sir Tang snorted heavily again, "That rascal, ever since he went abroad six years ago, he just came back only a short while ago. And after returning, he’s only visited this old man three times! That ungrateful son!"

"Mubei is busy pursuing his girlfriend; maybe he wants to win her over before bringing his future wife to meet you directly."

"That rascal knows how to chase girls? Unbelievable."

These two sons of his were different from other children since they were young, causing more mischief than anyone believed possible, driving people to frustration yet helplessness.

But when they chose to do something seriously, they did it quicker and better than anyone, incredibly smart.

And the two boys, though not very talkative and not too social with others, were very close as brothers.

Back then, his deceased wife worried if they had some psychological issues, but later they grew well, with intelligence higher than most, so the matter was put to rest.

"He’s rather dull, so his journey to court her hasn’t been smooth, but it seems he’s close to success."

"Who is that girl?"

"A detective."

A detective? Old Sir Tang was a bit surprised, "He likes a detective?"

"I heard they knew each other from long ago. They met again after coming back, and he’s been pursuing her relentlessly since then."

Old Sir Tang slightly frowned, "What’s her name?"

"Qiu Ye," Tang Yuxiu replied.

He usually wasn’t interested in women, except for Gu Yan, but this Qiu Ye was different.

It was rare for his younger brother to be so infatuated with a girl, so as an older brother, he should at least make an effort to remember her name.

Otherwise, it would be quite embarrassing if he couldn’t recall her name when introducing her later on.

However, upon hearing Qiu Ye’s name, Old Sir Tang’s expression changed instantly.

"Was this Qiu Ye at the same school as Yuxiu before?"

"I think so." Tang Yuxiu noticed Old Sir Tang’s unsettled expression and couldn’t help but frown slightly, "Father, do you have any issue with Qiu Ye?"

"Call Mubei back to see me!"

Old Sir Tang’s face was grave, his brow furrowed tightly, and Tang Yuxiu already sensed the seriousness of the situation.

What exactly was going on?

Because of this, Tang Yuxiu temporarily postponed looking for Gu Yan, and asked You Shuyang to drive the car back and come pick him up tomorrow.

At the same time, he called Tang Mubei to have him come back to the old residence.

Tang Mubei received Tang Yuxiu’s call and came back without much thought.

Tang Yuxiu rarely called him, and from his tone, there seemed to be something important.

When Tang Mubei rushed to the old residence, it was already eight o’clock. The servants in the house had prepared the meals, but Old Sir Tang and Tang Yuxiu were both sitting in the living room waiting for Tang Mubei to arrive, neither of them had eaten.

"Dad, Big Brother." Tang Mubei greeted calmly, and sat down on another sofa.

Old Sir Tang fixed his gaze directly on Tang Mubei and said, "I heard you’ve got a girlfriend."

Tang Mubei was a little surprised. He had planned to bring her home after winning her over, but he didn’t expect his father to know already.

He nodded, "Yes."

"That detective named Qiu Ye? Was in the same school as you?"

"Yes."

Tang Mubei responded succinctly, but he was also puzzled, "Dad, you seem to know a lot."

It couldn’t have been Tang Yuxiu who told him. He understood Tang Yuxiu, and whether he had the mind to remember a woman’s information or not, even if he did, he wasn’t the type to gossip.

So, Old Sir Tang must have known it himself from the start.

But he never told anyone which girl he liked, so how did his father suddenly know?

Old Sir Tang suddenly struck the ground heavily with his cane, speaking to Tang Mubei with a serious and slightly angry tone, "I don’t allow you to be with her!"

Tang Mubei was shocked, and Tang Yuxiu was also taken aback.

As the eldest son, it was reasonable for Old Sir Tang to be concerned and involved in his marriage.

But Tang Mubei had his own interests and career. Since childhood, Old Sir Tang never particularly pushed him to learn how to do business; he was allowed to pursue what he loved, usually without interference in anything Tang Mubei did.

However, this time, Old Sir Tang’s adamance and anger were exceptional. What kind of person was Qiu Ye that made Old Sir Tang react so strongly?

"Dad, do you want to interfere with the woman I love like you did with my big brother?"

Tang Mubei’s tone cooled.

He had always been used to freedom since he was a child, having his own opinions, and he wasn’t like Tang Yuxiu who had to bear the family business and responsibilities, so he hated anyone interfering with his affairs, including his father and brother.

Of course, Tang Yuxiu never meddled in his matters either, mainly because he couldn’t be bothered.

And Old Sir Tang never really interfered much, just offering a few words here and there, but never pursuing it later.

But on this matter, Old Sir Tang’s insistence made Tang Mubei uncomfortable, and he would absolutely not comply with Old Sir Tang’s wishes.

He didn’t want to become another Tang Yuxiu.

He and Qiu Ye had been apart for six years, and after finally making progress again, he would never let go!