Chapter 19 - Chapter 19: Chapter 18 Yang Family_l

Chapter 19: Chapter 18 Yang Family_l

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Upon hearing this, Ye Shuxian’s face became somewhat awkward by the side.

However, this embarrassment only flashed by. Nie Guowei did not notice it at this moment, but Nie Zhenbang did. Looking at his stepmother, Nie Zhenbang felt a little moved. In his past life, Ye Shuxian was good to him, even though he was an illegitimate child. Moreover, he was a disabled illegitimate child. She never kicked him out, even when the family fell on hard times. Even if she had food for herself, there was food for him as well. This was a sort of kindness.

Thinking of this, Nie Zhenbang suddenly remembered. Ye Shuxian’s father, Ye Lao, should pass away from illness later this year.

Then, Nie Zhenbang looked at Ye Shuxian and said, “Auntie, Ziyu has been saying that she wants to go see her grandfather. You should take her to see him.”

The Ye family were staunch reformers, and since Elder Nie firmly followed the conservative path, the two old men had argued about it many times. Therefore, even Ye Shuxian did not dare to go home. After all, she was now a daughter-in-law of the Nie family. On this issue, Ye Shuxian also had to make her stance clear.

Before Ye Shuxian could reply, Nie Guowei nodded from the side and said, “A-Xian.”

Because Ye Shuxian’s hometown was Yuedong, the Ye family kept some of the local characteristics in their naming. “A-Xian” was Ye Shuxian’s nickname. Nie Guowei also called his wife this in private.

“Just go see him. The elders’ disputes are political differences and differences in political views. They don’t involve family relations. One shouldn’t cease recognizing family just because of political views. Ziyu is still a child. Take her to see him. It shouldn’t be a problem.”

At this time, Ye Shuxian looked at Nie Zhenbang, gratitude flashed in her eyes. Jingcheng was not that big, and Ye Shuxian was naturally aware that Ye Lao was hospitalized due to his poor health. She was merely afraid to mention it. Now that Nie Zhenbang had brought it up, he had done her a great favor. Ye Shuxian’s view of Nie Zhenbang had improved a lot.

Nie Zhenbang gave a slight smile. Then he said, “Dad, Auntie, I’m going to rest now.”

The next morning, Nie Zhenbang woke up early. He did not bring any gifts. Given the Yang family’s status, they did not care for gifts, and Nie Zhenbang did not need to bring any. On the contrary, being simple and straightforward demonstrated sincerity. He arrived alone at the gate of the Yang family’s courtyard by the Houhai.

Looking at the Yang family’s gate, Nie Zhenbang was full of thoughts. In his past life, he didn’t have the courage to come here because of the Nie family. He was disabled, and in fact, the Yang family’s patriarch brought Yang Anna to personally thank him. The exchanges between Elder Yang and Elder Nie were not smooth at that time, and they parted on bad terms.

This time, he paid a visit himself, and Nie Zhenbang could even imagine the kind of situation that would arise after he returned home.

Shaking his head, Nie Zhenbang decided not to concern himself with the old man. After experiencing his past life, Nie Zhenbang was very clear that even if he was not disabled, the old man would not value him. The old man was someone who placed great emphasis on tradition. As an illegitimate child, unless he was exceptionally outstanding, outstanding enough that the Nie family couldn’t do without him, the old man would not look up to him.

“Bang! Bang, bang!”

Knocking on the heavy door, the courtyard gate was opened swiftly. At the door, two young soldiers in military uniforms came out and looked at Nie Zhenbang. With serious faces, they asked, “Who are you looking for?”

Although Elder Yang did not have the privilege to reside within the red walls, given his current status, he was still provided with necessary guards at his residence outside.

“Hello, my name is Nie Zhenbang. I came here to see Uncle Yang Guodong. Could you please inform him?” Nie Zhenbang spoke with a calm demeanor and tone, showing a sense of humility yet assertiveness.

There was a sense of pride in his modesty. This demeanor was something that Nie Zhenbang had never truly mastered in his previous life. Without profound knowledge and without being cultivated from childhood, one cannot simply imitate the demeanor of an heir of a distinguished family.

However, having seen a lot in his previous life, enduring ups and downs for several decades, Nie Zhenbang had learned it. In this life, using it even seemed more fitting than most heirs.

The guard looked at Nie Zhenbang for a moment, then assuring himself, he nodded and said, “Please wait a moment.”

In the living room, the Elder of the Yang family had a rare day of rest at home. He was a central government official and a member of the Political Bureau, though he had not yet entered the Standing Committee. His life was busy with countless tasks each day. Yang Shengli and Yang Guangrong were also at home.

Upon hearing about the visitor from the guard, Yang Shengli was momentarily stunned, then asked, “Nie Zhenbang? That wild young man from the Nie family? What’s his purpose visiting us?”

The Yang family consisted of three brothers. The eldest, Yang Guangrong, now

44 years old, was currently the deputy director of the National Broadcasting, Film, and Television Bureau, the deputy secretary of the party committee, and the head of the national television station. He was responsible for managing the media front. The second son, Yang Jianjun, was currently commanding a group army in the Xibei Military Region. He was a bona fide senior military officer. Among the brothers, it was the youngest, Yang Shengli, whose position was the highest, serving as the vice-minister-level official and Executive Deputy Mayor of Jingcheng at only 40 years old.

“Shengli, could he be coming to seek some compensations?” Yang Guangrong speculated.

Yang Guangrong’s words immediately caused the elder Yang’s brow to furrow. This was the disparity. Normally, the eldest son carried the most hope. Now it seemed that the eldest son might only reach a ministerial position.

“This young man is interesting. Both the second and third generations of the Nie family are unimpressive. I didn’t expect this young man to show promise.” The elder had already stood up.

The old man’s evaluation shocked both brothers. Elder Yang was known for his strictness. For an outsider to receive such high praise, especially without having met him, was indeed a compliment.

At this point, Elder Yang continued, “Both of you brothers should be aware of the current situation. Jingcheng must maintain stability at this time. We must carefully manage our propaganda. This is critical to the overall situation of reform and opening up. We cannot let our guard down. I’m going to rest for a while. Shengli, entertain this young man yourself.”

Under the guidance of the guard, as Nie Zhenbang entered the living room, the gazes of both Yang Guangrong and Yang Shengli focused on him.

This situation momentarily stunned Nie Zhenbang. He recognized both of them. But he simply walked in unhesitatingly, slightly bowing and said, “Good day, uncles.”

Given the Nie family’s status, it was not inappropriate for Nie Zhenbang to address the brothers as uncles. Yang Guangrong didn’t utter a word, but Yang Shengli stood up, “Zhenbang, please sit down. You saved our Anna. It should be us who should be thanking you, you shouldn’t have made this visit. You’ve made Uncle Shengli feel a bit embarrassed.”

This was where Yang Shengli’s cleverness lay. The news of Nie Zhenbang’s visit would certainly spread throughout Jingcheng. He didn’t know what the Nie family’s attitude would be, but by saying this, he had downplayed the situation. Nie Zhenbang had saved Yang Anna and because of this incident, he had the opportunity to return to the Nie family. Whether the Yang family or Nie family should be showing gratitude was a matter of perspective. Even if Elder Nie were to complain later on, he wouldn’t be able to fault the Yang family for their manners.

The purpose of Nie Zhenbang’s visit was clear. He was just trying to mix up the current political landscape slightly. What he wanted was the fact that he was visiting. The process was not important. Such a move would increase the conservative faction’s fear and suspicion of the Nie family in Jingcheng. For no one would expect that an illegitimate son who had just returned would be so daring as to visit the Yang family, the backbone of the reform faction, without his father’s approval. As a matter of fact, his purpose had already been achieved the moment he walked through the door.

After exchanging a few words and discussing some trivial matters, Nie Zhenbang prepared to leave. However, just then, a rushed figure came in from outside. Seeing Nie Zhenbang, Yang Anna’s face broke into a happy smile.

“Hello, brother Nie Zhenbang. Would it be okay if I marry you in the future?” The moment Yang Anna said this,

the Yang brothers both stood up in shock. Nie Zhenbang felt a headache coming on. He didn’t expect history to repeat itself..