Chapter 853 - 854: Agreeing to the Terms
The Third Brother of the Su Family asked cautiously, "Family Head, will the Cao Family really agree?"
Song Xiaodong nodded, "They can’t afford to lose face, but they also can’t bear the reputation of not caring for their family and guards. If that were the case, who among their family members and guards would be willing to risk their lives for the Cao Family in the future? Therefore, they must agree, no matter the cost, and they must take their people back."
After pausing for a moment, Song Xiaodong’s gaze swept over the people of the Su Family, "If our Su Family encountered such an event, I would also pay any price to redeem you. But there’s one thing I want to tell you: you cannot disgrace the Su Family, you cannot be spineless. People of the Su Family must have the pride and the backbone befitting of the Su family."
Spurred on by Song Xiaodong’s words, although they carried a warning, it only served to boost everyone’s morale even higher.
The Eldest Brother of the Su Family then said, "Family Head, what shall we do with the Zhao Family next?"
Song Xiaodong smiled slightly, "The Zhao Family doesn’t need to do anything; they are merely vassals of the Cao Family. Once the Cao Family has been dealt with, the Zhao Family will come to our doorstep on their own, ready to be molded and carved up as we please."
Su Yuya immediately praised, "Family Head’s words are very true. Without the support of the Cao Family, what is the Zhao Family? Their footing in Minghe is solely because of the Cao Family. Once they lose that backing, their only option to remain in Minghe is to rely on us; there’s no other way out."
Not everyone among the Su Family members was foolish; they quickly understood the plight of the Zhao Family, and their spirits were greatly lifted.
Song Xiaodong continued, "After this affair, our Su Family will undoubtedly grow stronger. Although everyone’s shareholdings will not change, everyone should understand the true value of those shares. However, I must remind you that we must concede a significant portion of the benefits to the Sun family this time. Do not feel unjust; it’s a strategy for long-term mutual benefit. Seeking immediate profit is a loss in disguise."
Song Xiaodong was also worried about the people of the Su Family becoming overly arrogant, which is why he issued such a reminder.