Chapter 424: Join
Translator: Tim Editor: GlobeGlotter
After Mo Hai’s words, deadly silence ensued. Neither Yu Miaodan nor Zang Jiayan spoke. They had considered the possibility, but hadn’t anticipated Luo Yue’s rapid growth attracting such predators.
A single person, corporation, or even gang wouldn’t be a problem. But two countries? Could a small corporation fight two countries? Legally, the land belonged to them.
Sensing the tension, Yu Miaodan waved her hands. “Let’s discuss Yuan Bei Corporation instead.”
“Easy,” Mo Hai said. “They consider themselves a superior pharmaceutical brand, overlooking us. Crippling them will be simple.”
Seeing everyone’s attention, he continued, “Their core product, Heart Safety Serum, relies on ji wu, a scarce ingredient. We can mass-buy ji wu, creating a supply shortage. Their other main product, Dew Powder (a skin whitener), is inferior to our beauty pill, but we lack a price advantage. Launching a similar product under the beauty pill’s name would easily outcompete it.”
Yu Miaodan sighed. Mo Hai had grasped the key to defeating Yuan Bei. Luo Yue possessed talent, but lacked a commercial expert like Mo Hai, who understood industry dynamics. Frankly, she’d started as a gangster herself. They couldn't continue like that; they needed new talent.
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Hong Kong, Xu Yue Hotel. Xu Yuehua’s five-star hotel was significant. Having spent twenty years in Hong Kong, she owned seven hotels in Hong Kong and mainland China, three of which were five-star.
Since Lu Si joined her, she’d investigated the Fu brothers and realized this was the optimal time to join Ye Mo. Afterward, even if she changed her mind, Ye Mo might not accept her. Though capable, she knew from experience he disliked indecisive people.
At thirty-six, time was running out. She already possessed more money than she could spend, but what was the point? She suspected Ye Mo was at the Great Heaven level; revenge would be easy for him.
Xu Yuehua clenched her fists, deciding to contact Flowing Snake.
Her secretary knocked. “Sister Hua, two guests arrived. One claims to be your friend, Ye Mo; there’s also a woman…”
Xu Yuehua stood, startled. ‘Ye Mo?’ “Quickly! Invite Mr. Ye in. Oh, wait, I’ll go myself…”
Before she could finish, Ye Mo’s voice came from outside. “CEO Xu, no need; I’m here.”
“Senior Ye, please sit. A Zi, make tea.” Xu Yuehua nervously ushered Ye Mo and Ning Qingxue into her office, surprised by his personal visit.
Ye Mo smiled. “CEO Xu, call me Ye Mo. Qingxue, this is CEO Xu, whom I mentioned. CEO Xu, this is my wife, Ning Qingxue.”
He hadn’t brought Ning Qingxue back to Ning Hai because of unfinished business in Hong Kong. Seeing Xu Yuehua was also a reason for the trip; she’d facilitated finding Ning Qingxue. He saw her value; Luo Yue was new and needed people like her.
“Huh, Ye… You found your wife…” Xu Yuehua trailed off, staring at Ning Qingxue. She’d seen pictures, but meeting her in person was shocking. She wondered if Ye Mo had sought Ning Qingxue for her beauty. Ning Qingxue was the most beautiful woman she’d ever seen.
Xu Yuehua considered herself attractive, but next to Ning Qingxue, she felt average.
Ning Qingxue wore a blue dress, her black hair cascading over her shoulders. Her jade-like skin and beautiful face were enchanting. The milky white necklace emitted a faint light, making her seem ethereal.
If her gaze wasn’t fixed on Ye Mo, and if her face didn’t radiate such heartfelt joy, Xu Yuehua would’ve thought she was a goddess.
Such a woman existed. Even she, a woman, was impressed; she couldn’t imagine men’s reactions. Xu Yuehua understood Yuan Qibing’s reaction.
Ning Qingxue smiled and shook hands. She was used to people’s astonishment, though prolonged exposure lessened the effect. Her company’s workers were always shocked, so she’d delegated tasks to Li Mumei to avoid awkwardness.
Xu Yuehua laughed awkwardly. “Mrs. Ning is stunning. Haha.” This made Ye Mo’s actions less surprising.
“Sister Yuehua, call me Qingxue.” Ning Qingxue knew Ye Mo’s visit was about Xu Yuehua; she was important.
Ye Mo sat, drank tea, and Xu Yuehua said, “CEO Ye, I wish to join Luo Yue Corporation. I’ve considered it, but my investigation caused some confusion.”
Ye Mo was thrilled. Xu Yuehua was unmatched; far more capable than Western Sand, yet untapped.
Ye Mo nodded. “Tell me your concerns.”
Xu Yuehua organized her thoughts. “I investigated Flowing Snake, but I wasn’t alone. Many were investigating Luo Yue. Luo Yue is too lucrative, attracting unwanted attention. Its survival suggests it has protectors.”
Ye Mo nodded. Xu Yuehua hadn’t disappointed; she knew about the investigations without being at Flowing Snake. Luo Yue's security at Flowing Snake was insufficient. But her tone implied more.
“Mainly,” Xu Yuehua continued, “Flowing Snake is situated between China, Vietnam, and Lu Se. Eighty percent of the land belongs to Lu Se, a thirty-year-old nation. Once Flowing Snake thrives, Lu Se won’t let Luo Yue stay; they’ll seek benefits. I’d prefer that, but Flowing Snake is also partly Vietnamese land.”
Ye Mo took her seriously. He hadn’t considered this as a cultivator, but her words forced him to. If the military attacked, should he surrender? No. War was inevitable.
He could ignore Lu Se, but Xu Yuehua’s concerns were valid. Even Ye Mo might not be able to withstand a nation.
Ye Mo smiled. “Your opinion?”
Xu Yuehua stated, “Two options: relocate the company, or negotiate land purchase. Before Luo Yue’s establishment, it would’ve been easier; now it’s harder.”