The Zheng brothers knew Fang Yao’s prowess all too well.
Even if the three of them teamed up, they couldn’t match a single hand of Fang Yao’s.
Fang Yao’s loyalty to Feng Qing was unwavering. If they dared lay a finger on her, no matter where they fled—be it to the ends of the earth—Fang Yao had the means to track them down and make them pay on her behalf.
Fang Yao was like Uncle Du, who had been devoted to their mother his entire life.
When their mother passed, Uncle Du followed her in death.
Truly, a loyalty that transcended life and death.
As Zheng Laosan was dragged away by his brother, he continued cursing under his breath.
After the three Zheng brothers left, the meeting room fell so silent you could hear a pin drop.
Feng Qing scanned the room and asked, “Does anyone else have any suggestions?”
The attendees exchanged glances. A vice president spoke up first, “We’re just employees of the Feng Corporation, not part of the Feng family. We have no say in the family’s internal affairs.”
The clan elders, sensing the situation, chimed in, “We recognize Miss Hai Ling as the successor. The position of clan leader rightfully belongs to her line. The eldest miss has shown great righteousness by returning what belonged to the previous clan leader’s descendants.”
“It’s a way of atoning for the previous clan leader’s sins.”
Since they couldn’t accept Feng Qing as the successor, they had no choice but to accept Hai Ling.
Hai Ling was backed by several powerful families—ones they couldn’t afford to provoke.
They also harbored some selfish motives. With Hai Ling supported by those prominent families and her good relations with the Qiao family in Jiang City, she would likely collaborate with the Qiao Group. The major families from Wancheng would also back her.
Letting Hai Ling strengthen the Feng Clan and lead it back to being one of Jiang City’s top families was in their interest. Even if the collateral branches couldn’t take over, bearing the Feng surname meant they’d benefit from the clan’s rise.
Feng Qing was pleased with their responses. She said, “Since no one has objections,” she paused, then continued, “even if you do, keep them to yourself. This matter is settled, and no one’s opinion will change it.”
“From today, Miss Hai Ling is the president of the Feng Corporation and the new head of the Feng Clan. Next month, on an auspicious day, Hai Ling will lead the clan to pay respects to our ancestors.”
“This will also allow everyone in the clan to meet the new head, so you won’t fail to recognize your own clan leader when you pass her on the street.”
“Though Hai Ling hasn’t been in Jiang City long, many of you have seen her capabilities. With the Feng Corporation and the Feng Clan entrusted to her, I believe she can lead us further.”
“With effort, we can return the Feng Clan to its peak. The younger generation may not have seen the Feng Clan’s glory days, but the elders surely have. As members of the Feng Clan, I’m sure you all want our family to grow stronger.”
“Hai Ling is fair in rewarding and punishing. Uncles and elders, go back and tell the young people in the clan: as long as they have ability and perform well, there’s a chance for promotion and raises. This applies to everyone here too.”
After speaking, Feng Qing looked at Hai Ling, signaling her to say a few words.
Hai Ling spoke up, “I’m not one for empty words—I prefer action. Just trust in me, and I’ll prove with my life’s work that the Feng Clan will set sail anew under my leadership.”
No matter how well she spoke now, it would just be rhetoric.
Her success would be proven through actions, not words.
“I look forward to working harmoniously with all of you.”
When Hai Ling finished, everyone applauded.
