Urban's Fury: The War Dragon God
Chapter 723 Decisions

Chapter 723: Chapter 723 Decisions

"Dad, what should we do? I’m afraid that those small shareholders with the surname Ma are likely to chicken out, and behind this, it’s not just the Dong Family but also the Bai Family, the Lan Family, and possibly others lurking in the background."

"The scale of Century Group is too large for these families to swallow. Moreover, that Dong Xing acts as if he has our family in the bag, as if he isn’t afraid of us not cooperating."

Dongfang Ding was also anxious. Of course, he understood the proverb that a single misfortune spreads far and wide. He could enjoy his nights filled with song and dance, live carelessly because his family was wealthy. If his family fell, he knew the consequences.

He would rather die than live an ordinary life.

Dongfang Wenzheng looked at the anxious Dongfang Ding and hummed, acknowledging that the young man finally knew to worry.

"The Ma Family’s few houses have few shares together, not even amounting to five percent, but if they want to crash the market, their full effort might indeed cause some turmoil."

If the stock market crashed, it would be Century’s four major listed companies hitting rock bottom. There were definitely more tricks up their sleeve, and no one knew better than Dongfang Wenzheng, who had played the investment game for half his life.

However, it was precisely because he knew that he was conflicted.

Although the Ma Family’s few houses didn’t have many shares, they could still lead a movement that could potentially trigger a market crash the moment news leaked that Li Feng planned to sell Century Group, which would definitely cause Century Group’s stock prices to tumble.

This was to weaken Century Group to the maximum extent, with the Ma Family’s people collaborating from within and stirring up unfavorable moves. At that point, Century Group definitely couldn’t withstand the internal and external troubles.

By then, acquiring Century Group wouldn’t be so easy anymore, as under such a gloomy market, who would be willing to make a high bid — no one fights with money after all.

This was to pull the rug out from under Li Feng’s feet. The Dongfang Family, who also held shares in Century Group, would suffer the same catastrophic fate.

He had planned meticulously for twenty years, which was likely to go down the drain.

"Dad, that Dong Xing also said he wants to visit you. Should we meet him or not?"

Dongfang Wenzheng leaned back in his chair. "You go out first; I need some quiet time to think," he motioned with his hand.

As Dongfang Wenzheng faced this difficult choice, several members of the Ma Family also returned home and relayed the same concerns to their own elders. Compared to Dongfang Wenzheng, the Ma Family wasn’t as solidly resourced, having risen with Chen Qinian.

Their fortunes had soared as Century Group flourished.

"That Li Feng, utterly unfilial."

Hearing that Li Feng planned to sell off Century Group, they naturally cursed fervently. However, after cursing, they realized they were powerless to change anything.

With people like Dong Xing around, they saw only one path: if they didn’t want to go down with Century Group, they would have to find good terms and leave early.

In the club, it was a lively gathering. Zhang Chang drank himself unconscious, while Tang Dynasty’s Tang Rong also couldn’t keep up and leaned on the sofa.

Zhu Jun, observing the two collapsed men, kept his wits about him and looked up at Li Feng. "Li Feng, about the overseas minerals matter you mentioned earlier, there has been some progress."

"Oh?"

"It’s not settled yet, but there is interest. You know, I expect someone will soon contact you in Sea City."

Zhu Jun said.

After parting with Li Feng previously, Zhu Jun first met with his father and then returned to Jin City to discuss the mining partnership with Li Feng. The areas Li Feng proposed had significant developmental value and, if successfully developed, would greatly benefit the country.

"Oh?"

Li Feng’s brow furrowed. "Development is fine, but privately."

Zhu Jun, seeing Li Feng’s firm expression, coughed and said, "Brother, this is too big; there has to be some power involved. Of course, we can still discuss how to cooperate."

"Also, you’re selling Century Group, do you really plan to go through with it? Century Group is one of the top ten groups in Sea City; that’s not a small title."

Zhu Jun looked at Li Feng, knowing that the top ten in Sea City was more than just a label—it also represented a recognition. Having such a title afforded many benefits, as the state hoped for a batch of capable enterprise groups.

Selling Century Group seemed like an act of prodigality by Li Feng.

Li Feng just smiled lightly. "Titles are of no use to me. Besides, it’s better to have one bird in hand rather than ten in the forest. Century Group is not under my control, and internally, the problems are endless."

"Rather than exerting effort to reform, it’s better to sell off and start afresh."

"Besides, a corrupt Century Group is not my stage. If I want to play, I should play big."

"Playing big, heh, I like that. But don’t say I didn’t warn you, Dong Xing and those bastards are not easy to deal with. I slapped him today; he might not know how to handle it, but he will definitely direct his anger at you."

Beside them, Ye Fan sat up from the sofa, also feeling overwhelmed. These two could really drink.

"I’m not worried about him playing official tricks, but I fear their underhanded tactics. After all, they are the local snakes of Sea City." Zhu Jun was also a bit worried.

Li Feng appeared indifferent. "You guys don’t worry about this. If it’s quick, three to five days, it definitely won’t exceed a fortnight."

Li Feng disliked procrastination. Since he decided to act, he would do so swiftly. Plus, his father Li Mingrui had bet with Wang Tiandao for a month.

Li Feng needed to show some results within a month to make an impression on his future father-in-law.

He had to demonstrate his capabilities to be recognized differently.

Zhu Jun didn’t say more. Seeing Li Feng’s confidence, he also wanted to see where Li Feng’s confidence came from. As for Ye Fan, he was too lazy to care; he would soon be out at sea, so these matters were beyond his concern.

"Have one more drink with me; I’m almost done. Find me a couple of chicks afterwards; if you two want to keep drinking, go ahead, but I’m calling it a night."

Ye Fan lifted his glass.

"Cheers."

The three clinked glasses again, then sealed their drinks. Li Feng got up to call someone. Ye Fan left with two girls, Zhu Jun went to rest, and Tang Rong along with Zhang Chang were also dragged to their rooms.

Although Li Feng had drunk quite a bit, he remained sober and didn’t pay attention to the models beside him. He looked at Jiang Fatty who had stayed behind.

"Made your choice yet?"

Jiang Fatty looked at Li Feng. He was truly conflicted; after all, this meant gambling his entire fortune and future. Should he choose wrongly, his years of effort could be destroyed in an instant.

"Can you give me a reason to choose you?"