People in the Republic of China era began to rise from industry.

Chapter 150 The Sucker: This is My Future Brother-in-Law!

Hearing this number, even though Sheng Aiyi was somewhat prepared, her head still went blank.

A moment later, Sheng Aiyi laughed angrily, "Sheng Chengze, do you think I can come up with that much money?"

Sheng Lao Si opened his mouth, but ultimately didn't dare to say what was in his heart.

Shares in various banks, shipping companies, and railway companies.

There are also all sorts of miscellaneous industries.

Sheng Laosi couldn't say for sure how much it was worth.

But one thing is for sure: seven or eight hundred million is definitely not enough.

Not to mention, the family should have had a batch of gold back then.

Therefore, he was quite certain that Sheng Aiyi would be able to come up with the money.

But I can't say that.

If he dares to speak, he'll probably be kicked out of the house.

“Aiyi, if we can’t pay this money back, our family’s shares in Hanyeping will all be taken away by the Japanese.”

"If it really comes to this, how will we face our father a hundred years from now?"

"You're the one who's shameless, not me!"

After saying a few cold words, Sheng Aiyi, in a very bad mood, turned and walked towards the main building.

They didn't kick me out?

Surprised, Sheng Laosi followed after him.

Even setting aside 200 million, he never thought he could get such a large sum of money, like 40 million, done in one go.

Even before they arrived, they were prepared to be kicked out.

But it hasn't happened yet... Seventh Sister has changed her ways, this matter has a chance!

He followed her inside, his attitude becoming increasingly humble: "Aiyi, it's all my fault, no matter what."

"But Hanyeping is, after all, my father's life's work. I'll accept whatever you do, but we must protect this business no matter what."

He sat down next to Sheng Aiyi, looking pitiful.

She glanced at him sideways, then got up and sat on the other side.

She took a deep breath: "Tell me first, where did all this money go?"

“I didn’t waste this money.”

He lied through his teeth: "You know, the Hanyang Ironworks is large in scale, but its smelting technology is terrible."

"Ten years ago, there was already almost no profit left."

"The technology needs to be upgraded, and the equipment also needs to be replaced, which is no small amount."

"Over the years, I have put in a lot of effort, just to get things done well."

"But smelting technology is advancing rapidly; if you fall behind even a little, you'll fall behind at every step."

"There are some foreign technologies that we can't get, so all we're producing now is pig iron, which doesn't make any profit at all."

"Over the years, most of the money has been invested in this."

"If it weren't for my efforts to keep it afloat, the ironworks would probably have shut down long ago."

"It's not like you're the only shareholder. What about Song Wenchang and the others? Besides, the Japanese also have shares. Why are you the one who owes money?"

"I'm the major shareholder, after all."

Sheng Aiyi: "..."

“Song Wenchang and his group also invested money, and they were responsible for handing over taxes to the national government.”

"As for the Japanese, they invested in technology and also paid for exporting pig iron to Japan. These all cost money, don't they?"

"I'm not stupid, how could I possibly..."

"You're a pig!"

Sheng Chengze: "???"

In the end, he couldn't hold back his anger and cursed.

Sheng Aiyi touched her forehead and began to sob.

I originally thought that this older brother was just ambitious but incompetent.

Looking back now, the phrase "ignorant and incompetent" was used to describe him.

She didn't know exactly how the talks went, but it had clearly come to this point, and she had fallen into a trap.

"Aiyi, don't cry."

Sheng Chengze, who was about to get angry after being called a pig, immediately calmed down when he saw Sheng Aiyi's expression.

He leaned closer and said, "Crying won't solve the problem; we need to think of something."

"What else can we do?"

"...Pay back the money."

Taking a deep breath and suppressing the urge to lash out, Sheng Aiyi took out a handkerchief and wiped away her tears.

“Sheng Chengze, even if I could come up with that much money, I wouldn’t go to cover your hole.”

"So, you can just let go of the matter in Hanyang."

“I’ll find you a buyer. You can sell your remaining shares and all your debts to them, and then this matter will be none of your business.”

"I will give my sister-in-law a sum of money every year, and you should just obediently live with her."

Upon hearing this, Sheng Lao Si's eyes widened immediately: "Do you think I'm stupid?"

"If that's the way, I'll just give the shares to the Japanese directly. Why would I need your help?"

"Sure, but when you go begging on the streets, don't come to my door!"

Sheng Aiyi glared at him: "Use your pig brain to think. At this point, do you think they'll let you get away unscathed?"

"I can tell you, losing Hanyeping isn't the end of the world; you'll also be facing a huge debt!"

"Then they'll incite you and me to fight over the inheritance. They won't stop until they've taken all the property left by our father!"

Seeing Sheng Chengze's dumbfounded expression, Sheng Aiyi sneered: "Don't think I don't know that Zhuang Jiutao just went to see you."

“If even a scoundrel like him dares to plot against the Sheng family, then what about wolves like Song Wenchang and the Japanese?”

"...You...you planted someone next to me?"

When he realized what was happening, Sheng Laosi's eyes nearly popped out of his head.

"No, I just had someone keep an eye on Zhuang Jiutao."

"As for what kind of crazy ideas he'll give you, it's not hard to guess."

"Aiyi, I swear to God, I wasn't bewitched by him. I knew he was up to no good long ago!"

A layer of sweat broke out on his back, and Sheng Laosi quickly explained, "He was encouraging me to sue you for the property."

"But this is our family matter. Even if I'm confused, I can't possibly disregard the reputation of the Sheng family!"

"Enough of this. I'll just ask you one question: are you going to listen to my advice or not?"

"...That's a debt of two hundred million, who would be willing to take it on?"

Sheng Aiyi did not answer the question.

She got up and walked to the telephone. She dialed number three, but Lin Yi was not there.

Then he dialed the Lin residence's number again: "Are you home?"

"I need your help with something, wait for me."

"Okay, I'll be there in a bit."

After hanging up the phone, she turned to look at Sheng Lao Si, who looked completely bewildered.

"Come with me."

"Oh."

Is there really someone in Shanghai who's even more powerful than the Sheng family?

With this question in mind.

Sheng Lao Si followed Sheng Ai Yi all the way to the Lin Mansion. After getting out of the car, he looked at the small house in front of him and was even more puzzled.

That's it?

The bodyguards must have been instructed to do so. As soon as they saw that it was Sheng Aiyi who got out of the car, they immediately opened the gate and welcomed her into the courtyard.

At this moment, Lin Yi also appeared on the steps in front of the door.

"Seventh Miss, what's the matter that's so urgent that you had to come in person?"

"This isn't like you at all."

Lin Yi walked down the steps with a smile.

She glared at him with annoyance, then pointed to the fourth brother next to her: "This is my elder brother, Sheng Chengze."

"So it's Mr. Sheng. I've heard so much about you."

Lin Yi greeted him warmly.

To be honest, I had only heard about it once from Lao Fan before.

Seeing Lin Yi's outstretched hand, Sheng Lao Si, whose eyes were darting around, also hurriedly reached out and shook hands with him.

I understand now. No wonder Zhuang Jiutao betrayed them; this guy in front of me is the reason.

I must say, her looks are far superior to Zhuang Jiutao's!

As he was looking him over, Sheng Aiyi, who was standing next to him, said, "Lin Yi, my friend."

"Hehe, hello friend, hello friend."

It is said that the eldest brother is like a father.

Despite their disagreements, he sometimes gets quite anxious about his sister not getting married!

Most importantly, it's said that a woman should obey her husband after marriage, so once the family is established, the issue of family property needs to be discussed carefully...