Chapter 1283 - 1285
Dai Lidong looked at the recent changes in the school and sighed in relief.
"Luckily, we’re collaborating with Gong Ruini and the others."
"Is this luck, or were they the ones pushing for it?"
When Dai Lidong initially agreed to collaborate with Gong Ruini and the others, he was a bit flustered, unsure of how to proceed or implement a better strategy.
But before he could come up with a solution, Gong Ruini had already helped him solve a major issue.
"They say Gong Ruini is a lucky person, and it seems she truly is fortunate."
Even before meeting Gong Ruini, Dai Lidong had heard people say that she was a lucky person.
When he first heard this, he didn’t believe it at all.
Nowadays, if everyone were considered lucky by Gong Ruini’s standards, there would be countless fortunate ones.
It’s said that Gong Ruini handles many things every day, deals with numerous matters constantly, and all her achievements are the result of her hard work.
Now it seems Gong Ruini is indeed a lucky person, or perhaps she’s someone whose effort conceals her fortune.
"The fortunate ones work hard and have vision; we can cooperate frequently in the future." Dai Lidong thought about adjusting his strategy with Gong Ruini and her group.
After a moment of reflection, Dai Lidong began handling the follow-up matters. Since Gong Ruini had paved the way, he couldn’t miss out on such a great opportunity.
He already had some ideas, and with a little more input, he finalized the plan.
Looking at the freshly completed plan, Dai Lidong couldn’t help but feel it’s perfection no matter how he looked at it.
"Perfect."
"Even if it causes significant upheaval, so be it."
Dai Lidong closed his eyes for a moment, but he didn’t regret it. The Dai Family’s position in the legal field had been continually challenged over the years.
If he didn’t seize this opportunity to retaliate properly, the moment their adversaries recovered, they would attack the Dai Family.
Although he was the heir, Dai Lidong knew that he couldn’t implement the plan on his own easily.
He picked up the documents in hand and walked towards his grandfather’s study.
Mr. Dai found it very strange that his eldest grandson was visiting at this moment.
After receiving and examining the documents brought by Dai Lidong, he remained silent for a long time.
Dai Lidong stood still, without any expression on his face, but his heart was far from calm.
"Go call your dad and your uncle." Although Mr. Dai was lost in thought, he occasionally glanced at Dai Lidong.
Upon noticing that his grandson wasn’t in a panic, he sighed in relief. Having successors was the most important.
Whether someone aspired to rise didn’t matter anymore.
Only by ensuring the Dai Family remained stable could they have a shot at reaching the top, or perhaps there was no need to reach the top; maintaining their position was enough.
Now it seemed that with a bit more experience, he could fully trust his grandson.
Going to call Dad and the others? Did this mean Grandpa accepted his proposal?
Dai Lidong was eager to know if his grandfather agreed, but his expression revealed nothing.
Dai Lidong slowly exited his grandfather’s study to call for Dad and the others.
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Gong Ruini just arrived home and noticed Zhao Xuran’s car unexpectedly at the house.
"Why would he be at home at this hour?" Gong Ruini wondered.
Recently, Zhao Xuran had been busy working overtime, handling matters during the day and delegating many tasks to Gong Ruwen in the evening, so he was incredibly busy.
Why was he home now? Was he exhausted, or what?
"And why is my brother here too?" Not only had Zhao Xuran returned early, but even Gong Ruwen was home earlier than usual, which was quite unusual.
Holding her books, Gong Ruini first went to Zhao Xuran’s study, intending to ask why he was home early.
As she stepped into the courtyard, she overheard an unfamiliar voice. Was there a guest?
Gong Ruini was really curious as to why a guest would visit at this time. Was it Zhao Xuran’s classmate?
Not knowing who it was, since it was a friend of Zhao Xuran, she thought it inappropriate to stay.
Just as Gong Ruini was about to turn and leave, "Ni Zi, you’re back,"
Zhao Xuran called out loudly as he spotted Gong Ruini from the window.
Gong Ruini turned to look towards the study, waving at Zhao Xuran.
Zhao Xuran gestured for Gong Ruini to come closer.
Was he asking her to enter? Gong Ruini made a gesture asking if she should go in.
Zhao Xuran nodded at her, thinking how reserved she was today.
Seeing the invitation, Gong Ruini quietly walked into Zhao Xuran’s study.
Upon entering, Gong Ruini was stunned, then hesitantly looked at Zhao Xuran, puzzled by his presence there.
Their collaborations typically involved phone calls, with occasional meetings over meals.
"Hello, Ni Zi," Dai Lidong greeted.
Oh, he called her Ni Zi? My goodness, those familiar with Gong Ruini all called her Ni Zi, but Dai Lidong would never address her that way.
Previously, having only met once, though it seemed cordial, it was still tempered by formality.
Why was he so warmly calling her Ni Zi now, and why come to the home?
Could it be due to the pieces she had written? Gong Ruini knew her writings had created quite a stir.
Given the situation, regardless of any prior plans the Dai Family had to make amends, they must have decided to help.
But with such a great opportunity, if the Dai Family could maintain their composure, Gong Ruini would truly admire them.
Knowing the Dai Family might be here for collaboration, it was a rare thing for their heir to visit personally.
One couldn’t adopt a condescending attitude, or even if collaboration was the outcome, would it be genuinely endorsed and desired?
Once this matter was settled, further collaboration with the Dai Family wouldn’t be met with such goodwill.
"Hello, Brother Lidong," Gong Ruini greeted elegantly.
Not bad, this girl had potential. Although she called him ’Brother’ instead of ’Brother Dai,’ this marked a step forward today.
"I really have to thank you this time." Since the intent to collaborate was clear, there was no need to maintain aloofness.
Such a sincere expression of gratitude truly startled Gong Ruini.
"No, no," she replied, casually accepting it.
"I also have to thank you, Brother Lidong. Without your help, I wouldn’t have been able to get my article published so quickly," Gong Ruini stated sincerely.
With someone else, Dai Lidong might respond modestly, but he’d want you to know his contributions.
"This was mutual assistance."
"Our cooperation went well this time, and if there’s an opportunity, we can work together in the future."
"Or rather, we can have a long-term partnership." Dai Lidong expressed his intentions sincerely.
Wow, could it be? Gong Ruini and the other two were astonished. What’s the meaning behind this? Did they not hear wrong?
Many sought collaboration with the Dai Family, yet they took the initiative to approach them so earnestly.
Was the sun rising in the west today? Gong Ruini was truly feeling as if she were dreaming.