Chapter 360 - 171: Unexpected Twist
Olson’s unexpected death stirred waves in Su Ziceng’s hospital life. Although Pello didn’t bring up anything, and Su Ziceng didn’t inquire too much, she knew that this incident was not just a simple accident.
The police only informed about Olson’s death but did not disclose that Orleans had gone mad and was sent to the asylum. So, after a brief unrest, the first thing that came to Su Ziceng’s mind was that she must shift her negotiation target onto the heir of Olson—Orleans.
When she shared her thoughts with Pello, he relayed a new decision from Su Qingzhang instead. This decision meant that all the preparations Su Ziceng had made over the years were in vain.
"Dad won’t support my project anymore? He is going to fund the construction of the tallest building in Country Z," Su Ziceng leaped from the hospital bed upon hearing the news. Her eyes had mostly recovered, and the frostbites on her limbs had also peeled and scarred, almost restored to their original state.
But Pello still noticed, he hadn’t realized before—not just her eyes, but many frostbites remained on Su Ziceng’s body. Later, the doctor told him if Su Ziceng had stayed a few more days in that environment, she would have lost her limbs.
Before the news from Su Qingzhang had come, Pello had expected the decision from the love-for-conflict Su Qingzhang, but he hadn’t told Su Ziceng. On the contrary, he liked the changes in Su Ziceng during this period; she became more feminine. And in response to some of his affectionate gestures, she no longer resisted.
Pello had been waiting, waiting for Su Ziceng to tell him what exactly she did during his tetanus days. But she never mentioned it, and at last, Pello ran out of patience—perhaps nothing happened. Su Ziceng, with her pampered upbringing, was not the type to take care of herself. Surviving with just some frostbites was already a miracle. What could he hope to hear from Su Ziceng’s mouth that could sway his plans for revenge?
"Yes, the chairman forced by the Fei Family could only take such action," Su Ziceng merely questioned and didn’t curse frantically. It seemed that her years at Kelly Women’s College had a clear impact on her, but according to Pello’s understanding of Su Ziceng, she would not give up easily.
"We must return to our country immediately," Su Ziceng pressed the medical call bell. Her minor wounds no longer needed the support of advanced medical equipment abroad. Su Ziceng was indeed different now; the old Su Ziceng would insist on beauty clinics injecting her with Botox for a fine line on her face. But now, she no longer cared about visible frostbites. Because she knew, what she faced in the future was not Hang Yishao, who was critical of women’s appearances, Pello wouldn’t mind these.
"Do you plan to go back and persuade the chairman?" Pello didn’t believe she could convince Su Qingzhang.
"I don’t intend to persuade him at all; I just want to tell him that it’s a foolish decision," Su Ziceng summoned the nurse, hoping she could help expedite the discharge process immediately.
"Before starting this project, the Su Family had already conducted a corresponding feasibility analysis. For a coastal city constantly experiencing an influx of new population, geographical constraints inevitably require the construction of high-rises," Pello used the same reasoning he had used to convince Su Qingzhang to enlighten Su Ziceng. Initially, Su Qingzhang was also convinced by the same reasoning; the rising housing and land prices in Mo City. The real estate is an emerging industry in the not-so-distant future, but that’s based on not adding those thirty-nine floors.
"The location of the construction on the Golden Coast is along the coast, and excessive piling will cause the terrain to sink. Several coastal cities around the world have already experienced sea water backflow due to the construction of high-rises," Su Ziceng said indignantly, "Moreover, constructing high-rises requires a huge investment of funds. If there is any break in the financial chain in the middle, then the Su family will be ruined."
The mention of the financial chain made Pello’s eyes deepen, surprised that Su Ziceng had foreseen this aspect of the finances. He absolutely could not let Su Ziceng tell Su Qingzhang about this; he must change her mind.
"Ziceng, you’re overthinking it," Pello approached the increasingly agitated Su Ziceng and held her in his arms. Su Ziceng slightly dodged, but soon calmed down. During the time they spent in the mountain hollow, the two of them huddled together for warmth like this.
"Where did you hear all those theories from," Pello knew that they didn’t teach these at Kelly Women’s College, and he had never heard of such things as sea level backflow either. If Su Qingzhang confirmed this news, he would definitely change his mind.
"I..." Su Ziceng just realized that she blurted out what happens in the world ten years later, "I just saw a few taller buildings constructed by the seaside in Mo City, pressing down the terrain, and there are real estate projects, the risks are too great, it can either drag down a business or even break a nation’s economy, several countries in Southeast Asia are currently facing crises."
"With me here, what are you afraid of? If you’re worried, you can join the Su family and watch over it personally." Pello knew that at this time calling Su Ziceng to join the Su Family, she would not refuse. The exclusive rights plan for ZARA is within the scope of inheritance handling, and for the time being, Su Ziceng cannot be involved with this project.
"I should first return to my country and talk to my dad," Su Ziceng also knew that during the mourning period, it would be difficult to meet with Orleans, it’s better to wait until everything has calmed down to follow up.
"Alright, then you first consult with the doctor about further treatment recommendations, I’ll go and handle your discharge procedures," Pello reassured Su Ziceng, smiling as he left the hospital room.
Pello walked to the procedure desk, looked at a stack of neatly clipped discharge documents, pulled out one, filled it out, and then took out his mobile phone, dialing Su Qingzhang’s number.
"Chairman, the Wen family has agreed to provide additional funding, but Wen Family requires us to provide a guarantee deposit equal to fifty percent of the new costs, and this must be signed by tomorrow," Pello knew that if Su Ziceng returned, it would add complexity to the situation, now he could only press Su Qingzhang to quickly resolve the chaos.
"Fifty percent? Where do I suddenly arrange so much working capital," on one hand, Su Qingzhang was immersed in the joy of Wen Family’s willingness to invest, on the other hand, he was overwhelmed by the imposed conditions and the urgency of time.
"Perhaps you can consider reducing some safety investments in certain mining areas, I recall that this year the company allocated a substantial amount of money for old mining areas, for equipment and fire safety maintenance," Pello offered a suggestion, though he was abroad, the accounts of the Su Family were as clear to him as if they were spread out in front of his face. (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, we welcome you to Qidian (qidian.com) to cast a recommendation ticket or monthly ticket, your support is my greatest motivation.)