Reaching the age of thirty, my income randomly doubled

For wealthy people, it's quite normal to have one or two lovers outside.

He doesn't have any, simply because his wife at the time put in so much effort, growing alongside him.

He already has a few children himself, and he doesn't want to ruin the family's happiness because of a moment of impulse.

Chen Lu is different; he doesn't have a family, and the reason he remains unchanged for Su Xiaoxi is because the two are not truly together yet.

Once he enjoys everything Su Xiaoxi has to offer, he might remember the beautiful three years Shen Xi spent with him.

He won't meddle in these matters; everything will still be decided by him.

Chen Lu's business talent isn't very high; compared to his two sisters, it's quite ordinary.

He's the typical conservative type; relying on him to expand in the future seems unrealistic, but he should be capable in terms of conservatism.

Throughout the group, whether it's Tengying or Tengfei, the current core management system has long been established.

The future won't be entirely dependent on the head, nor will the reputation of the group be tied to one person.

Simply put, the system was researched and developed by everyone together.

The executive president changes every three years, as does the chairman. No one can stay in the same position for more than six years.

All management in the group follows this rule, regardless of the department.

Anyone who's been through the workplace understands the system; once someone's been in a position for a long time, everyone beneath them is loyal to them.

No matter how capable an outsider is, they can easily exclude you.

That's the main reason core management positions must change every three years.

Thus, An'an has yet to obtain the execution rights for Tengfei AI Phone.

Once a group grows, the system becomes most important.

If a group's performance plummets after someone leaves, it only proves that person's management ability wasn't exceptional.

Moreover, there are countless selfish interests, without considering the group's success without them.

This mechanism comes with its pros and cons.

The advantage is it can operate normally without relying on individuals.

The disadvantage is obvious too; Chen Pingsheng can't make Chen Lu or An'an inherit that position.

The Economic Research Institute, core group members, the board, and Seven Chief would jointly cast opposing votes.

If so many people vote against it, his opinion cannot be implemented.

To occupy that position, one must secure over eighty percent approval from these four core oversight and management departments.

From the very beginning, his entire group has been driven by the core mechanism.

Rather than personal charisma.

Su Xiaoxi doesn't offer much help to his son, but then again, you never know—this young girl might just be a gifted capable partner.

A meal was quickly finished.

Chen Pingsheng wouldn't accompany them outside. He just told a lie earlier; his wife didn't go to Guangzhou; she simply couldn't come out.

"You just gave her the money, without setting clear targets."

Song Yanxi is also retired now, her own large healthcare industry earns a significant income every year.

In the healthcare industry, Song Yanxi has her own intentions; she hopes her son, Chen Lu, can inherit it.

Or perhaps pass it to a future daughter-in-law.

"There's no need for that. Xiaoxi is only eighteen after all. Why give her so much pressure?"

"Old Chen, I really don't know whether what you're doing is right or wrong. In my opinion, Chen Lu should be with Shen Xi."

"Give your son a chance. After so many years, haven't you noticed—this boy is just as stubborn as I was, and affairs of the heart can only be decided by him."

"Moreover, don't you see, this boy and Su Xiaoxi share similarities with us in the past. Our childhood sweetheart, supporting each other along the way!"

Song Yanxi does not deny this part; she only remarked, "Indeed, like us in youth, but we aren't the same anymore. I'm not expecting Chen Lu to look for someone of similar family status, but Su Xiaoxi is far too behind."

"Old Chen, as long as the two of us are alive, we can protect the three of them thoroughly, but there will be a day when we're gone. The family doesn't have mere assets but a net worth of fifty trillion. Can you say that no one will come to seize this wealth once we've departed?"

What Song Yanxi worries about has never been the time when they are around.

With the reputation and means her husband has accumulated over the years, calling him the pinnacle of the Red-Hatted Merchant isn't an exaggeration.

His reputation is indeed high, not just generally good.

But reputation isn't something that can be passed on.

However, assets can; Chen Lu will inherit not just a small sum but two or three trillionaire groups.

With such wealth, without the help of a significant other, how could he guard it so easily?

Parents, with foresight for their children.

The couple plans very far ahead.

The two from Big Sister's family, Xiao Ya has already reached deputy-level, and Xiao Le is still at assistant-level.

The next step is to let Xiao Le serve as the leader in a poor county.

Then, with their family's efforts, bring the county's economy up two to three times during his term, easily.

Push Xiao Le to take a significant step forward.

Both are involved in political marriage.

In the family, there's a continuous stream of people sent to take civil service exams; in twenty more years, at least ten officials will emerge from their family.

Without exception, they're all going by the family's established plan.

Fifteen years ago, Chen Pingsheng started doing this.

It's very secretive, yet top aristocratic families all know, and everyone is pushing forward.

The only difference is probably seeing whose family results are better.

Noble family marriages—it's not just about money, but also about sharing the benefits of political outcomes.

Two aristocratic families pushing together is always better than going it alone.

Over on the Sun Family, their results in this aspect are stronger.

Mainly because Old Sir Sun made his fortune early, planning this step since the nineties.

They just have more money than others, and once Chen Pingsheng isn't there, the Sun Family will certainly support Chen An'an.

Er Piya hasn't found a partner yet, and her marriage partner most likely needs to be someone she likes first, then they can discuss.

This girl has had an unpredictable personality since childhood, and it's still unknown what kind of boyfriend she will choose.

But Song Yanxi is certain, given her lifestyle habits from childhood, she wouldn't find someone from an average family.

What's most troubling is Chen Lu's side; truly finding someone like Su Xiaoxi offers no help.

Noble families—only those who can uphold for a century can truly be called aristocratic families.

In aristocratic families, the core is to remain stable.

No need to be overly aggressive, just being stable is sufficient.

The help from a significant other is not just financial but also involves key political resources, which is most crucial.

Also, it's Song Yanxi's greatest concern; Chen Lu has yet to start leveraging his father's resources in Capital City.

This is entirely different from An'an; An'an began calling those big figures grandpas since middle school.