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Chapter 407: Chapter 403: Bowing Down
The Feng Family.
With Gu Jinlai accepting Feng Yushu’s invitation to become an affiliate of the Feng Family, it caused a significant commotion and impact among the entire senior echelons of the family.
Originally, Feng Yushu had been nothing more than an ordinary collateral member of the Feng Family.
So insignificant that she didn’t even qualify as a bargaining chip for a marriage alliance.
Not to mention her, even her father Feng Leixiao didn’t hold much sway in the Feng Family, being responsible for managing a few shops, and that was it.
A few years ago, Feng Leixiao thought of sending her to the Shangguan Mansion to become a maid for a young lady of the Shangguan Family, but as it turned out...
This position, which held the slightest chance of climbing up the ranks of the Shangguan Family, she had failed to secure.
Later, Feng Leixiao even planned to follow the suggestion of a direct lineage member and send Feng Yushu to become a concubine for a captain in one of the three major institutions of the City Guard Army.
But it was at this time that Feng Yushu revealed her talent for business, earning a fortune through raffle events, membership card promotions, and grand opening gifts.
Then, using the shops she had previously managed as the core, she rented the surrounding stores, at the same time attracting several uncles and elders with some status in the Feng Family to jointly establish the Yellow Dragon Commerce, creating the Yellow Dragon Mall.
The establishment of Yellow Dragon Mall directly propelled Feng Yushu’s rise, turning her into a golden goose for the Feng Family, generating vast sums of money each day.
Feng Yushu’s status also rose steadily with the tide.
Currently, her influence had grown to the point of being on par with the direct lineage members of the Feng Family, even surpassing some of the more outstanding ones.
She even recruited several military generals and Refining God Immortals by her side.
The benefits of the Yellow Dragon Mall soon brought about Feng Leiming’s downfall.
Confronted with this staunch pillar of the Feng Family, second only to Family Head Feng Leizheng, the uncles and elders enticed by Feng Yushu quickly bowed their heads. It took only a month or two for the commerce association and the mall to fall into Feng Leiming’s hands.
If it weren’t for the fact that Feng Leiming had not yet completely understood the operating model of Yellow Dragon Commerce, Feng Yushu would probably not have been able to remain as the vice-president.
However, as Yellow Dragon Commerce and the highly profitable Yellow Dragon Mall were about to become spoils for the main branch, a Martial King suddenly emerged...
Feng Leiming, Feng Leizheng, including the Grand Master of the Feng Family, Primordial Spirit Monarch Feng Shuanglie, as well as the old Family Head skilled in the Martial Sect Realm, came together, Feng Chiyu, were busy discussing urgently.
These four...
Including Feng Chilei, who was currently in seclusion preparing for the Martial King Realm, these were the true decision-makers of the Feng Family.
"Who would have thought that little girl Feng Yushu would be capable of seducing men at such a young age, even managing to catch the eye of a Martial King, heh, who knows how much she has given up to gain the support of this Martial King."
At this moment, Feng Leiming was sneering.
But Feng Chiyu glanced at him with dissatisfaction, saying, "Now is not the time for such talk. This Ancient Martial King came to our aid and saved the commerce fleet of Yellow Dragon Commerce. He has done a favor for Yellow Dragon Commerce, a favor for the Feng Family. Even if Feng Yushu gave away the entire Yellow Dragon Commerce to express her gratitude, we are not in any position to say a word against it."
With that, he said with a wariness in his eyes, "Martial King... this stage is one of the most dangerous on the path of Martial Arts. If we make the first mistake and anger this Martial King, being killed will find no one standing up for us."
"Domain Master Shangguan stands behind us; if Gu Jinlai dares to act recklessly, we’ll label him as a Martial Artist who has lost control. Then, even he cannot escape death," Feng Leiming said indignantly.
"Whether he can escape death, I do not know, but if we anger a Martial King, the destruction of the Feng Family is inevitable."
Feng Shuanglie spoke calmly, "Alright, the most important thing now is to talk to that Martial King and figure out what he truly wants. I believe, whatever that girl Feng Yushu can offer him, our Feng Family can also provide—beauties, wealth? No matter how much he wants, there will be plenty."
"I’ve sought an audience with that Ancient Martial King several times in recent days, but he has always avoided us," Feng Leizheng said somberly. "I fear this Ancient Martial King has set his mind on supporting Feng Yushu and aims to separate this immense benefit from our Feng Family."
"Then let’s give it to him."
Feng Shuanglie said firmly, "If he wants Yellow Dragon Commerce, we’ll give it to him."
Feng Leizheng and Feng Leiming couldn’t help but widen their eyes in disbelief.
That was Yellow Dragon Commerce, a veritable gold mine!
Yellow Dragon Commerce’s monthly revenue amounted to thirty percent of the entire Feng Family’s income!
How vast a fortune was that!?
"Our Feng Family has gradually reached a bottleneck in its development, and while we have secured the support of Domain Master Shangguan, we need sufficient strength ourselves for Domain Master Shangguan to truly value us. The addition of this Ancient Martial King is an excellent opportunity. A family with a Martial King affiliate and one without are on completely different levels."
Feng Shuanglie said, "Trading Yellow Dragon Commerce for a Martial King is a deal worth making."
"This..."
Feng Leiming and Feng Leizheng were somewhat incredulous.
To readily hand over a profit equivalent to thirty percent of the entire Feng Family’s income?
Keep in mind, how large was the scale of Yellow Dragon Commerce, and how massive was the entire Feng Family’s industry!
This was akin to a small workshop with earnings comparable to thirty percent of a large factory with thousands of employees; the two couldn’t be mentioned in the same breath.
"Shortsighted! No matter what, Feng Yushu is one of our own, a member of the Feng Family, and that won’t change," Feng Shuanglie scolded with a stern look at Feng Leiming. "Our aim is to grow the cake, not to quibble over trivial benefits. I know why you’re stirring up trouble, even going so far as to turn against your own flesh and blood! If you don’t want the situation to spiral out of control, go find Feng Yushu immediately, before the welcome celebration begins, and seek her forgiveness."
"Grand Master..."
"What, do you have an objection to what I’m saying?"
Feng Shuanglie’s expression turned cold.
Feng Leiming trembled.
He knew that when the Grand Master displayed such an expression, it meant he was truly angered. In such a situation, if he continued to be stubborn and unrepentant...
What awaited him would certainly not be pleasant.
Immediately, he lowered his head, "I understand. I’ll go and apologize to Yu Shu right now."
"Don’t do anything foolish; otherwise, for the sake of a Martial King, an opportunity that could revitalize our Feng Family and take it to a higher level, I don’t mind personally sending some blind fools on their way..."
Feng Shuanglie warned again.
For a moment, not just Feng Leiming, but even Feng Leizheng hastily added, "Grandfather, please rest assured; we’ll prioritize the interests of the family in everything."
Feng Chiyu said nothing.
He naturally hoped for the Feng Family’s continued prosperity.
Besides, it wasn’t him who needed to apologize, and he didn’t want to deeply offend a Martial King over this incident.
"Tomorrow, make sure to organize the welcome banquet for the Ancient Martial King’s joining our Feng Family well," Feng Shuanglie instructed solemnly, setting the tone for the event.
...
The next day.
Gu Jinlai arrived at the Feng Family estate, led by Zhao Yang.
While the Feng Family was not the most powerful force within Wind and Rain City, it was still a first-class family, owning a courtyard spanning tens of thousands of square meters in the most bustling district of the city.
At this moment, the entire family estate was festooned with colorful decorations.
Numerous family members from various industries throughout the city were summoned to gather in the large courtyard.
By the time Gu Jinlai and Zhao Yang entered the Feng Family estate, as the Family Head, Feng Leizheng, and the magic stabilizer Feng Shuanglie, along with other high-ranking members, personally came to greet them.
This scene made Gu Jinlai turn his gaze towards Zhao Yushu, who had also come to "welcome" them.
What happened to the planned deterrent tactic?
Zhao Yushu was somewhat helpless.
Last night, Feng Leiming personally led people to her place to apologize, even killing one of his sons, who had attempted to murder her maid, right in front of her. He was also willing to relinquish the presidency of Yellow Dragon Commerce and offered compensation, so she could no longer continue her tirade.
After all, she didn’t want to bring real trouble upon Gu Jinlai.
"The Ancient Martial King agreeing to become a contributor to our Feng Family brightens our entire estate..." Feng Shuanglie stepped forward with a full-faced smile to greet him.
"To clarify, I joined Yellow Dragon Commerce, and the contributor I’ve become is to Yellow Dragon Commerce, not the Feng Family," Gu Jinlai stated bluntly. 𝚗ov𝚙𝚞𝚋.c𝚘m
"Yes, yes, of course. However, if the Ancient Martial King has any needs that our Feng Family can satisfy, we will certainly do our best to fulfill them," Feng Shuanglie replied cheerfully, showing no displeasure at Gu Jinlai’s words.
Gu Jinlai glanced at the Feng Family’s magic stabilizer.
The Primordial Spirit Monarch, a force to be reckoned with even in Wind and Rain City.
After all, Wind and Rain City governed a population of 110 million, equivalent to the population of two provinces in Central Earth of the Blue Star.
In a city the size of two provinces, there were only a few hundred Devas, Martial Kings, Saints, and Martial Saints ranking above him.
If one were to draw a parallel with civil service ranks, that would be akin to a bureau-level official.
Considering that he would inevitably need a considerable amount of Thunder Magnetic Elemental Gold, he said, "The Feng Family’s commercial channels are currently still insufficient. Although there’s business with neighboring Liuhuo City, the scale isn’t significant. If it weren’t for my connection with Feng Yushu, I wouldn’t have truly joined the Feng Family. If you want my full support, you need to prove sufficient capability. Let’s talk when you’re able to establish business relations with Purple Thunder City."
Upon hearing this, Feng Shuanglie was initially taken aback but soon responded gravely, "We understand that the Feng Family as it stands is indeed not worthy of the Ancient Martial King’s strength. However, I believe that with Yellow Dragon Commerce’s current model, once it spreads, it will quickly become well-known. And our Feng Family will fully support Yellow Dragon Commerce, helping them expand their business to Purple Thunder City."
"I’ll look forward to it," Gu Jinlai said.
"Come, come, Ancient Martial King, let’s move to the inner hall. I’ll introduce you to some of the younger members of our Feng Family. If there’s anything you need, please feel free to instruct us..." said Feng Shuanglie, and then turned to Zhao Yushu, "Yu Shu, follow me as well. With your accomplishment of establishing Yellow Dragon Commerce, you deserve a seat in the inner hall."
Zhao Yushu glanced at Gu Jinlai.
Seeing that he didn’t seem dissatisfied, she followed them into the inner hall.
The inner hall.
A symbol of the power within the Feng Family.
From the moment Feng Shuanglie allowed her to enter the inner hall, she had effectively stepped into the core circle of the Feng Family.
