Chapter 756: Who Wouldn’t Be Tempted By Such Terms?
His expression slightly grave, he said directly, "Mingzhe, I’ve always seen great potential in you, you are undoubtedly the choice for the next president, and your wife will become the First Lady. You must understand this honor is not something any woman can handle. Lingling is so excellent, why not choose her?"
Besides, I am your mentor. If we became one family, I would certainly do everything to assist you during your tenure. Your decision now puts me in a difficult position."
Di Mingzhe laughed. The cunning fox was finally showing his tail.
Di Mingzhe nodded politely, responding lightly, "I am choosing a wife, not a career. I cannot bear the concern of my mentor."
Dan Youguo turned a shade paler, "Mingzhe, you have greatly disappointed me. How can a man burdened by ordinary emotions do great things? You are meant for bigger things, how can you be swayed by such trivial matters? My wife is mediocre and of little help to me. Fortunately, I have you, my prodigious student, supporting me.
In terms of wealth, your Di family is second to none in the Empire. In terms of abilities, you are exceptionally talented, intelligent, and prudent. As for actual power, your brother is in the highest position in the military and political. If you choose the right wife, you will be even stronger. Very soon, the Empire could be among the strongest in the world, becoming the greatest economic and military nation, benefiting our people.
I don’t know who you’ve chosen, but I’m sure she is not the best choice. Since I have faith in you, I won’t mind these trivial matters. You can marry Lingling, and still be with your loved one. I won’t say a word, and I believe Lingling would also understand the big picture."
I have my own sons, but I know they’re mediocre and far less competent than you. I wouldn’t be at ease handing over the country to them. With our family supporting you so much, are you really going to make a decision that will damage our relationship?"
Dan Youguo was quite blunt and realistic.
Having said this much, if Di Mingzhe still won’t agree, he can only be considered unreasonable. He had even conceded that Dan Lingling would be nothing more than his wife; he could have other women as well.
Which man wouldn’t be moved by such conditions?
But ironically, Di Mingzhe had no interest in these.
He remained unflustered as always, replying lightly, "I am really unable to accept your kind intentions, teacher. I believe you will know who my wife is very soon. Also, she doesn’t need to be outstanding. She just needs to be a good wife to Di Mingzhe. I have some matters to attend to, I’ll take my leave."
He came just to inform him of his marriage, without seeking his opinion or advice. In fact, he was disappointed in his teacher.
"By the way," Di Mingzhe reached the door, turned around and said, "if you believe I’ve disappointed your expectations, I am willing to give up my position as the vice president. You can cultivate another successor."
Dan Youguo was stunned. He actually said he didn’t want to be vice president anymore?
Dan Youguo was instantly furious!
He had nurtured him for so long, letting him sit in the vice presidency position, and now it’s just a matter of him marrying his daughter. Yet, he didn’t give any face and secretly got married!
He asked him to cultivate another successor!
How is that possible?
His term will end in a year, where does he find the time to cultivate another one?