My Unexpected CEO Wife

Chapter 867 867: Chen Xuan Washes His Hands of the Matter

After the banquet ended, Patriarch Jiang and others did not linger much and hurriedly left the venue.

They found a spot and began a secret discussion.

"What should we do now? Today's situation clearly indicates problems. Once we move against the Zhang Family, we might inadvertently provoke the Luo Family."

Patriarch Jiang looked at the four of them, somewhat hesitant to proceed.

Alas!

Patriarch Yang sighed, "What can we do now? Taking action against the Zhang Family has become unrealistic."

"If it's just a battle against the Zhang Family and Zhu Family, that's manageable. But if the Zheng Family, Chang Family, and Zhao Family also join in, it will lead to a mutually destructive outcome for us."

"And if the Luo Family intervenes, we will only face annihilation!"

Patriarch Shen was indignant, "It's really frustrating! Watching the Zhang Family run amok, while we can do nothing."

"I don't understand what those Patriarchs are thinking, why they allow the Zhang Family to grow unchecked? Did the Zhang Family offer them some benefits?"

Patriarch Han pondered for a moment and suddenly realized, "I understand now! The reason the Zhang Family has risen so quickly is because they've become the Luo Family's lackey!"

"Think about it, it all started when the Zhang Family intentionally or unintentionally provoked the Xu Family, leading to the Xu Family crushing the Zhang Family."

"Afterward, without warning, the Luo Family attacked the Xu Family! Soon after, the Zheng Family, Zhu Family, Chang Family, and Zhao Family also targeted the Xu Family, resulting in the Xu Family being besieged from all directions, and eventually destroyed."

"When you connect all these dots, it's clear that the Zhang Family's actions were directed by the Luo Family, acting as the vanguard!"

Patriarch Jiang and the others nodded in agreement, finding this analysis quite reasonable.

"So, looking at it this way, wanting to move against the Zhang Family is impossible."

Patriarch Jiang sighed, "But if we don't enhance our overall strength soon, within the next ten years, we might end up being swallowed by them."

"We must form an alliance to collectively respond to external threats.

Patriarch Yang's eyes twinkled, "Everyone, I have a proposal."

"The Zhang Family elevated their status by swallowing the Song Family's assets."

"We can also emulate the Zhang Family's approach! Among the third-tier families, the Xue Family, Hu Family, Fang Family, and Fan Family, each of us can annex one."

"Eventually, we'll surpass the Zhang Family! Forming an alliance, posing a threat to the Zheng Family, Zhu Family, Chang Family, and Zhao Family, making them hesitate to act recklessly."

"Agreed! I support this idea." Patriarch Jiang was the first to express approval.

"Yes, this is the best way to address external crises, I have no objections." Patriarch Shen promptly stated.

Patriarch Han also nodded in agreement, "I also agree."

"Good, then let's get started right away."

Patriarch Jiang sneered, "Spare the Zhang Family, target those four third-tier families!"

...

The next morning, the four second-tier families immediately took action, targeting one third-tier family each.

With the strength of a second-tier family, targeting a third-tier family is not too challenging.

The Xue Family, Hu Family, Fang Family, and Fan Family were utterly unable to withstand.

The four Patriarchs were suddenly thrown into panic.

They all hastily pleaded for mercy from the four Patriarchs, but received no response.

It was clear they were intent on annexing them.

Driven to desperation, the four Patriarchs went to the Zhang Family for help, hoping the Zhang Family could assist them.

In the inner hall.

Zhang Dehou and Zhang Jun were discussing.

"Who would have thought they wouldn't dare to move against us, the Zhang Family, but instead vent their frustrations on those four families."

Zhang Jun sneered.

Zhang Dehou waved slightly, "It's not just venting frustration, they're aiming to strengthen themselves by annexing those families."

"If they succeed, our Zhang Family will immediately become the underdog again."

"Dad, what should we do? Should we help them?"

Zhang Jun quickly asked, "They're still waiting in the outer hall for a reply. How should we respond to them?"

Zhang Dehou sighed, "At this stage, we must be extremely cautious."

"One wrong move and we could face irreparable consequences. You'd better call Chen Xuan and ask for his opinion."

"Okay!"

Zhang Jun didn't hesitate, immediately calling Chen Xuan to ask for his advice.

Chen Xuan chuckled dismissively, "I've already heard about this matter, it has nothing to do with me, I won't offer any opinion."

"As for what to do, make your own decision. If a conflict arises, handle it yourself. I have other important matters to attend to and cannot spare the energy for your conflicts."

After speaking, he directly hung up the phone, maintaining an indifferent attitude.

Zhang Jun grinned, "Chen Xuan washed his hands of the matter, leaving us to decide."

Zhang Dehou fell into silence, unsure of what to do…