Campus Cultivation Master-Chapter 713 - 0715: Eternal Interests

Qi Wen’s response was resolute, offering Xingzi no room for maneuver.

Despite this, Xingzi’s face remained smiling as she said, "Young Master Qi, Huaxia people value doing business, but right now, you don’t seem to be in the mood for business."

Qi Wen, with his usual calm expression, replied, "When the profits are unfair, that’s when we need to talk. But now the profits are fair, so I see no need for discussion. You currently hold 12.5% of shares, making you the second-largest shareholder after me. I believe I’ve shown enough sincerity. If you’re still dissatisfied, I really wouldn’t mind finding another partner."

Qi Wen spoke quite casually, and of course, he had the capital to do so.

Xingzi’s expression changed several times but eventually settled back into a smile as she asked, "I want Chu Feng, could that be considered a bonus?"

Qi Wen answered, "That can be arranged, as I want him to disappear and you want him, which aligns with our mutual interests."

Raising her coffee cup, Xingzi said, "Then let’s toast to a pleasant cooperation."

Qi Wen also raised his coffee cup and clinked it with Xingzi’s.

"Young Master Qi, may I ask what your first step is going to be?" Xingzi asked proactively after setting down her coffee cup.

Qi Wen replied, "On this matter, I’m quite democratic. I like to draw on collective wisdom."

"With Young Master Qi’s intelligence and wisdom, do you still need the wisdom of the masses?" Xingzi inquired.

Qi Wen shook his head and said, "I’m very clear about who my opponents are. I’m proud and arrogant, but I’m not blindly so. I know exactly where I stand. This isn’t Yanjing; we have neither the geographical advantage nor the timing. If I continue to be stubborn, we won’t even have unity among our people. Without all three, how are we to win?"

Impressed, Xingzi praised, "Young Master Qi is truly a dragon among men, deserving of being the leader of the Yanjing’s Four Young Masters."

Qi Wen replied, "I’m aware of my capacities, no need to flatter me like I’m a child."

After a pause and a glance at the time, Qi Wen said, "It’s about time. The others should be here; it’s time for us to meet."

Standing up as if something suddenly occurred to her, Xingzi mentioned, "Young Master Qi, I heard that the An Family is buying back their shares while the prices are low?"

Qi Wen answered, "I know, and that’s why I’m getting everyone together. Before we’re completely defeated, I hope we can come up with a solution."

Upon hearing Qi Wen’s words, Xingzi felt he was even more formidable.

The truly terrifying individuals aren’t those who never fail. In this world, there can be no such thing as an undefeated general. The truly terrifying ones are those who dare to admit their failures.

If a person isn’t even afraid of failure, what else could they possibly fear?

Qi Wen and Xingzi left the airport together, and this development was timely relayed to Chu Feng’s side.

East River was now a scene of tumultuous change, with countless people flooding in every day.

Each one had different intentions, each a different goal, but they all shared the ultimate objective: to compete for the greatest benefit. Especially after hearing that the Qi Family had boldly entered East River, countless others were spurred into action.

East River, the future economic core of Northern China, was undergoing a massive transformation because of these people.

"No need for surveillance; it’s meaningless. If we really wanted to hear what they’re saying, we couldn’t hear it anyway, and besides, they’re right here in East River. We’re bound to meet sooner or later, so have our people return," Chu Feng said to An Wenxing and Zhuang Xinyan after receiving the report.

Zhuang Xinyan, in a languid tone, remarked, "I know it’s useless, but if we don’t go through the motions, our rivals might think us rude. Besides, these formalities aren’t for us, they’re for others to see. I don’t want people thinking we’ve given up, letting them march into East River unchallenged, to possibly switch sides, making us even more passive." freeωebnovēl.c૦m

Chu Feng shook his head and suggested, "See how hypocritical life has to be, unable to do what one wishes freely, always considering others’ thoughts. I’d rather go keep Rongrong company while she gets her hair done."

After finishing his sentence, Chu Feng stood up and left.

Chu Feng was well-suited for being a hands-off shopkeeper; as long as someone else took care of management, he could completely let go.

However, just as he was about to leave, Chu Feng received a call from Xingzi.

In the call, Xingzi invited Chu Feng for tea.

It was clear that an invitation for tea from Xingzi at this time would not bode well.

Still, Chu Feng chose to go, explaining that it presented the best opportunity to get close to the enemy and understand their intentions—primarily because he was both bold and courageous.

The location they agreed upon was not far from Chu Feng’s Fengjing Group, seemingly to demonstrate Xingzi’s sincerity.

Thanks to the government’s investment and prioritization, the area had begun to take shape, with many entertainment venues and clubs springing up.

The teahouse Chu Feng and Xingzi visited was so new that the red celebratory covering hadn’t even been removed yet.

Obviously freshly renovated, the place still smelled strongly of decoration materials.

This wasn’t really a suitable setting for tea drinking, as one could hardly savor the taste of tea there.

But Chu Feng had no intention of drinking tea anyway.

Xingzi was waiting for Chu Feng on the second floor, and when he arrived, Xingzi was completely alone—without even a bodyguard in sight, let alone covert ones.

"Young Master Chu, we meet again. Please have a seat," Xingzi said, inviting Chu Feng to sit with a welcoming smile.

Chu Feng took a seat across from Xingzi and observed, "You know my personality, and you know how to deal with me."

"Of course, I do. Young Master Chu, you prefer straightforwardness," Xingzi said. "I didn’t plan to beat around the bush today. I’m here to propose a collaboration with Chu Feng."

Chu Feng asked, "What could we possibly collaborate on?"

"There is indeed something," Xingzi replied. "For example, we share a common interest: Qi Wen of the Qi Family."

Hearing Xingzi’s words, Chu Feng frowned slightly and remarked, "If I remember correctly, you’re supposed to be in a partnership with Qi Wen, right?"

Xingzi shook her head and said, "Young Master Chu, I think you understand. In this world, there are no eternal enemies, no eternal friends, only eternal and unchanging interests. Right now, you and I share a common interest, so I believe we can become friends—at least for the time being."

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