The night was as dark as ink. The lanterns within the Pei residence flickered in the heavy gloom, like candlelight caught in a storm—seemingly bright, yet fragile.
Su Jinhuan watched Pei Yingyue and her son as they embraced and wept, a storm of thoughts churning within her. She knew well that the provocations from the Hu Family, the hidden undercurrents within the Pei residence, and the sudden emergence of Pei Jiyuan all conspired to make the impending commercial war far more complex and treacherous. Yet, her gaze remained steady. A fearless smile touched the corners of her lips as she vowed to herself that no matter the hardships or obstacles ahead, she would lead them all to break through the encirclement.
At the first light of dawn the next day, Su Jinhuan summoned the Pei family to the front hall. Holding a detailed map, she scanned the group with a firm gaze and began to deploy her strategy in an orderly fashion.
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