After Marrying the Officer Chapter 1183: 1182: News About Ling County

Chapter 1182: Intelligence Regarding Ling County

Xia Chuyi recently received word that Xia Lianlian is attempting to seize control of the "Youwei" shop located in Ling County.

This information did not arrive via Director Chang, but rather through a direct communication from Xia Chengzong.

"Chuyi, you really need to come back and have the shop title transferred back into your own name," Xia Chengzong stated over the phone. "This business has always been yours; I am merely acting as a steward for you."

He continued, his tone carrying a note of frustration, "You honestly shouldn't have transferred that property into my name behind my back in the first place."

It was true; following her departure from Ling County, Xia Chuyi had assigned the "Youwei" branch there to Xia Chengzong.

As it turned out, that specific location was the very first franchise to open under her brand.

At that time, her motivations had been quite straightforward.

Ling County was not a place where she intended to return, save for the occasional, rare visit to see Uncle Xia and his relatives.

Consequently, she had assumed she would eventually need to divest herself of the Ling County "Youwei" branch.

Therefore, passing the ownership to Xia Chengzong had seemed like the most logical solution.

Despite her persistent refusals, Xia Chengzong had always insisted on sending her regular dividends.

Now, however, the shop had unexpectedly drawn the greedy attention of Xia Lianlian.

"Second Brother Xia, it is perfectly right for you to hold the shop," Xia Chuyi reassured him. "I made it clear previously that I planned to increase your equity in the Ling County branch annually until the entire business belonged to you."

She added with calm resolve, "In effect, I am simply transferring full ownership to you a bit sooner than I had originally anticipated."

Upon hearing her reasoning, Xia Chengzong fell silent at the other end of the line. He sighed deeply before replying, "I have mentioned time and time again that such measures were not necessary..."

Xia Chuyi let out a soft sigh of her own. "Let’s put that topic to rest for now, Second Brother Xia."

"I will make the trip back to Ling County," she concluded. "We can discuss the details further once I arrive."

After ending the call, Xia Chuyi briefed Huo Shiqian on the unfolding situation in Ling County.

"Honey, I have to go back..." Xia Chuyi said, wrapping her arms around his waist. "But I truly hate to be away from you."

Her voice was heavy with genuine reluctance.

For some reason, although they had separated frequently in the past, this parting felt significantly more difficult.

Observing her distress, Huo Shiqian drew her into a gentle embrace. "Do you miss me that much? Perhaps I could have Chang Luhui handle the Ling County matter on your behalf?"

"That will not be necessary." Xia Chuyi shook her head immediately. "I must handle this affair personally."

"Only by showing up in person can I properly convey my position," she breathed, letting out a faint sigh. "I need others to understand that while I value Uncle Xia's family, I will never compromise on my core principles."

Determination flickered in her eyes as she added, "That is the only way to ensure this kind of behavior does not repeat itself."

Despite the profound heartache of their separation, Xia Chuyi eventually departed for Ling County.

Due to the urgency of the situation, she flew to the provincial capital of H Province and finished the journey to Ling County by an overnight car ride.

Upon her arrival, she went directly to the home of Uncle Xia and Aunt Xia.

As luck would have it, Xia Lianlian was already present at the house.

"Uncle..." Xia Lianlian cried out, "You must remember that I am your true niece!"

"I am the sole remaining bloodline of the second branch of the family, and therefore everything that belonged to them should rightly be mine!"