Urban's Fury: The War Dragon God
Chapter 722: Undercurrents

Chapter 722: Chapter 722: Undercurrents

As Dong Xing spoke, Dongfang Ding and Ma Chusheng, among others, had a change in expression, inwardly cursing.

No wonder Li Feng had been the chairman for such a long time yet never showed up for work at the company, and seemed utterly indifferent to the company’s affairs. They had thought Li Feng knew fear and didn’t dare to do anything.

Who would have thought that Li Feng would pull the rug out from under them by planning to dismantle and sell Century Group?

It was a move both ruthless and venomous.

The other party was the major shareholder, holding absolute rights to the shares of Century Group. If he really wanted to sell the companies within Century Group, the minority shareholders like them truly had no way to stop it.

"Dong Junior, calling us over here wasn’t just to tell us this, was it?"

Although Dongfang Ding was useless, he had grown up closely observing his father, Dongfang Wenzheng. It was impossible to say that he understood absolutely nothing, given his family background, Dongfang Ding wasn’t foolish.

Playing the game within this circle also involved different levels. People of different tiers simply couldn’t mix, just as he couldn’t join the likes of Ma Chusheng and the others, and similarly, Dong Xing couldn’t join his circle either.

And Dong Xing called them just to tell them this?

How did the other party find out the information? Maybe these guys were already in cahoots with that Li Feng. Dong Xing and his group were all from the Sea City Gang, and he had just revealed that people from the Jin City Circle had also arrived, clearly showing a conflict.

The Jin City Circle might have a more formidable background than Dong Xing and his people. It was like a fierce dragon crossing the river, intending to suppress Dong Xing and his local snakes.

Dong Xing glanced at Dongfang Ding, seeing that the guy had some insight, definitely far better than Ma Chusheng and the others.

"Heh, since we’re all here together, naturally we all share common interests. I know the Dongfang Family has been coveting Century Group. But your Dongfang Family taking over Century Group is probably out of the question. Now, with Li Feng wanting to sell Century Group, your Dongfang Family is bound to be hit hard."

"Moreover, I’ll let you know that we have formed an alliance, planning to carve up the pie that is Century Group together. Your Dongfang Family, along with the rest of your families, are all closely related to Century Group."

"Originally, not informing you wouldn’t make much difference to us—it’d just mean a few more unlucky ducks. For us, that means a few more bites to chew on."

As Dong Xing said these words, the complexions of Ma Chusheng and the others turned pale. There’s misery for all when the nest is overturned; they had all risen by relying on the big tree that was Century Group. Once Century Group was done for, although their families wouldn’t go bankrupt, they would definitely struggle to recover, at least losing their current glory.

Dongfang Ding’s face also turned somewhat unsightly, as his Dongfang Family had long been deeply rooted within the Century Group, being the second-largest shareholder next only to the Chen Family. It could be said that if Century Group fell, the Dongfang Family would also suffer injuries to the bone and significant losses.

And he had no doubt about the strength of Dong Xing and his people, who themselves represented a group of forces with profound strength and uncommon backgrounds.

"Mr. Dong, please give us a lifeline. Our Ma Family will undoubtedly follow your lead," Ma Chusheng knelt down directly, not wanting to lose his current wealth and status.

As Ma Chusheng knelt, the rest couldn’t hold out either. Only Dongfang Ding fluctuated between trust and doubt, cursing Ma Chusheng and these worthless hearts that got scared so easily within just a few words.

Dong Xing smiled faintly. If it weren’t for the fiery pain on his face, Dong Xing might even enjoy this spectacle.

"Get up. Since I called you here and spoke to you about this, naturally I intend to include you. We’ll short Century Group together. Moreover, there are advantages to Century Group collapsing. You can also get a share. Being one’s own boss is always better than working for someone else and having to watch their face."

"Yes, yes."

Ma Chusheng and the others nodded repeatedly.

Dongfang Ding pondered for a moment, then said, "This matter is not trivial, I can’t decide on my own. I have to discuss this with my father."

"Heh, of course. I also plan to find a time to visit Uncle Dongfang. Uncle Dongfang is known as the Warren Buffett of Sea City, a legend in our investing circles. I’ve always had great admiration for him."

Dong Xing didn’t skimp on his praise, but Dongfang Ding didn’t take it to heart. Damn it, he thought, Dong Xing plans to use the Dongfang Family as a pawn.

Dong Xing did not delve deeper; his purpose in summoning these few individuals today was merely to administer a preemptive warning. He wanted them to relay a message back to their families; the specifics, naturally, would be discussed separately. After all, these second-generation heirs were not qualified to involve themselves in such secret affairs.

"Business is concluded, now, come, let’s raise our glasses and drink together."

"Coming."

"With drinks, how can we go without beauties? Where are the girls you called for, why haven’t they arrived yet?"

"They should be here by now, let me check."

Dongfang Ding, naturally, was not in the mood to drink and carouse with women. Finding an excuse, he left the private bar and drove straight home.

"Where have you been wandering off to again? I’ve told you so many times, if you’re going to mess around like this, don’t bother coming home, reeking of alcohol and looking such a mess."

"Dad, please don’t criticize me first, there’s big trouble brewing."

Dongfang Ding said.

"Hm?" Dongfang Wenzheng looked at his son, "Come with me to the study."

"What trouble has occurred now, did you cause someone’s death?"

"Dad, it’s not like that; it’s something that concerns our family’s major interests. Do you know I was called over by Dong Xing earlier?"

"Hm?"

"Dong Xing, you know him, right?"

"Dong Xing, is he the son of Dong Shouzheng from Zhengtian Group?" Dongfang Wenzheng frowned. Zhengtian Group was one of the top second-tier groups in Sea City, only subordinate to the top ten groups of Sea City. And behind Dong Shouzheng, the Dong Family, was one of the Eight Great Families with profound heritage, incomparable to the Dongfang Family.

"That’s right, him."

"What did he talk to you about?" Dongfang Wenzheng asked.

"They want to carve up Century Group like a cake."

Dongfang Ding continued, "Not only that, that grandson surnamed Li has already made contact with people in the Jin City Circle. He’s planning to sell Century Group. It seems Dong Xing and his gang picked up on the movements and started clashing with the Jin City Circle people."

"Dong Xing and his crew probably don’t want the Jin City Circle’s people meddling in the share of the cake, so they plan to strike first. Tonight, he called me and a few good-for-nothings like Ma Chusheng over, saying he wanted us to play along, and once they took down Century Group, they would share a piece of the pie with us."

Dongfang Wenzheng took a deep breath and sat in his chair, silent for a long while.

"Dad."

"I think what Dong Xing and his group are doing isn’t just fearmongering, but these bastards didn’t tell the whole truth. They want to use our Dongfang Family, most likely as a pawn."

Humph.

Dongfang Wenzheng snorted coldly, looking at Dongfang Ding, "At least you’re not entirely foolish; they’ve brought you in because our family owns shares in Century Group. Their tactics to suppress Century Group involve moves both within and outside the stock market."

"If Li Feng aligns with the Jin City Circle, then the external maneuvers may not be so effective. They would have to actually fight it out. Under Century Group are four major listed subsidiaries, the most crucial pillars of the group. If any of these four listed companies encounter issues, the entire Century Group would collapse."

"They want us to sell our shares, depress the stock price, and cause Century Group to implode. Our family is the second-largest shareholder; when the nest is overturned, no egg remains unbroken. As for the benefits they spoke of, heh, they’re all kinds who’d eat you up without spitting out your bones."

"Working with them is like seeking skin from a tiger."