Urban Most Awesome Dad

Chapter 383: Chapter 383: Pharmaceutical Company_1

“That’s right, Master, I’ve seen through it all.”

Cui Dong spoke as if he had seen through the vanity of the world, rambling on, “Life is short, just a few decades at best. If you’re unlucky, you could die young or even as soon as you’re born.”

“There’s a saying that goes, ‘The most painful thing in the world is when the money is still here, but the person is gone.’ My old man built up such a great business, I could live in luxury for several generations without any effort. So I went all out, but still, it wasn’t enough. That’s when I had an epiphany. If something were to happen to me, then all this money would just go to waste.”

“I read in novels that cultivation can extend one’s life and even achieve immortality. So if I could live for a really long time, that money wouldn’t be wasted, and I could even earn more. Master, do you think what your disciple is saying is correct? Anyway, from now on, I am determined to strive hard and pursue the path to longevity with my Master. I’m not touching that dissipated life of luxury and indulgence ever again.”

Xu Fan was rendered speechless by these seemingly profound yet illogical statements, and with a mixture of mirth and chagrin, said impatiently, “Enough with the prattle. If you’ve made up your mind, then just do it, don’t add so much drama to it.”

“Yes, Master.”

Seeing Xu Fan speak up, Cui Dong reluctantly cut off his endless droning to talk about serious matters, “So Master, when can I start cultivating? My saber is already hungering for action; I’m itching to begin right away.”

Xu Fan said, “Do you think cultivation is child’s play? Don’t rush. I still need to prepare some things for you. Just wait.”

At this, Cui Dong’s eyes lit up with anticipation, and he tentatively asked, “Master, could it be those things from the novels, like the Nine Revolutions Ultimate Golden Core or the Innate Pure Yang Pill, which can instantly make one ascend to immortality and become unbeatable?”

“Have you lost your mind, influenced too heavily by those novels?”

Xu Fan’s voice grew stern as he rebuked, “That’s all for today. Remember not to cause any trouble, just stay put. I won’t forget about you.”

“Understood, I will follow Master’s orders in all things.”

“That’s more like it.”

After hanging up the phone, Xu Fan put away his mobile with a beaming smile.

Though Cui Dong didn’t seem very reliable, his natural disposition wasn’t bad, and he was quite obstinate. Once he decided to do something, not even ten bulls could pull him back. Xu Fan believed that with Cui Dong’s exceptional physique, coupled with his own meticulous guidance, Cui Dong was bound to become someone significant in the future. This would also make up for the regret of his disciples’ tragic deaths in his previous life.Nôv(el)B\\jnn

Afterward, Xu Fan began to contemplate his next moves. Although there were many things on his plate, all were already on the right track and didn’t require too much attention. In other words, he was quite free at the moment and could start dealing with the pharmaceutical company’s affairs.

This pharmaceutical company was a gift from Elder Sun, originally meant to specifically research his illness. It had just been established when Xu Fan cured him.

Elder Sun, of course, didn’t want to be bothered with managing a pharmaceutical company, and Sun Lihua wasn’t too interested in it either. Besides, his family already had plenty of businesses, and he wasn’t keen on venturing into the pharmaceutical sector with a company that had barely started taking shape, especially since it’s an industry that requires massive investment. Lacking interest in the business, he naturally couldn’t muster the enthusiasm to invest more.

Therefore, the pharmaceutical company was freely given to Xu Fan, who didn’t refuse. Although he wasn’t very knowledgeable about modern medicine, he was a cultivator after all, and his expertise in the art of alchemy was unrivaled. The pharmaceutical company was the perfect cover for his operations. In his hands, there were plenty of opportunities for maneuvering.

What was most important was that after learning about the wager between Xu Yixue and her family, Xu Fan had his plans. The bet was for Xu Yixue to double the profits of the Xu Family’s Dragon City branch within six months. Xu Fan intended to use this as a key point to incorporate the pharmaceutical company into Xinghai Media Company to help boost overall profits.

Some time had passed since the bet, and Xinghai Media was well on its way. It was the right moment to move the pharmaceutical company up the agenda.

The affairs regarding the transfer and merger had already been taken care of, with representatives from Elder Sun liaising with those from Xinghai Media Company, and the name was changed to Zhonghai City Yifan Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd.

Of course, the main legal entities behind the scenes were Xu Fan and Xu Yixue, with him being the big boss, the true helmsman, and Xu Yixue simply holding a nominal position to share in the profits.

But as the real boss, Xu Fan had his own ideas and wasn’t planning on continuing to research modern medicine or importing advanced medical equipment.

“This is too traditional, the money comes in too little and too slow, and it’s not much help with the bet,”

So, he had already figured out the true path. Based on his estimates, if all went well, he would make a killing.

With that in mind, Xu Fan started the engine and headed towards Xinghai Media Company.

Forty minutes later, Xu Fan entered the company, holding Tongtong in his arms.

This time, he noticed significant changes; there were more people and it was livelier than before. The employees had a spring in their step, brimming with confidence and vitality.

No doubt, this was all thanks to signing Chen Shiyu, a top-tier star, and the effect it had triggered.

Chen Shiyu had announced her joining Xinghai Media at a press conference and directly signed a five-year S-level contract.

Following this event, it immediately topped the trending search list and significantly boosted the visibility of Xinghai Media. The company’s popularity kept increasing, which also attracted the interest of many sponsors and industry tycoons.

Of course, Chen Shiyu’s arrival revitalized the company, drawing many industry professionals to join and transforming its image, infusing it with new life. The stock market was also constantly seeing gains.

When Xu Fan arrived outside Xu Yixue’s office, he saw that besides Ye Xiaoning and Chen Shiyu, Xiao Ping, the company’s artist manager, was also present.

After Xu Yixue was parachuted into Xinghai Media, Xiao Ping had her reservations about her, considering her a pretty face with no real use. However, as Xu Yixue took control of the company’s management and demonstrated her capabilities in dealing with Heishui Investigation Company, Xiao Ping’s perception of Xu Yixue completely changed, and she respected her from the bottom of her heart.

Xiao Ping was very capable and had always been a firm executor of the company’s decisions. She handled many matters for Xu Yixue, and it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to call her her right-hand woman.

Xu Fan stood at the door and knocked twice, drawing the attention of the women inside. He sat down on the sofa with a smile, signaling they need not mind him, and then softly began to tell Tongtong a fairy tale story.

Twenty minutes later.

“… Manager Xiao, Xiao Ning, let’s go ahead with the plan. Shi Yu’s new song is her first work after her comeback and is crucial. We have to do it right,”

Xu Yixue sat behind her desk, her red lips parting to make the decision.

“Got it. I’m on it.”

Both replied in unison and left shoulder to shoulder.

Chen Shiyu glanced at Xu Fan, who was lingering and not leaving, and couldn’t help but purse her lips, smiling as she got up to leave; she didn’t want to be a third wheel.

But Xu Fan suddenly said, “Shi Yu, wait a moment, I have something I want to discuss with you.”

“Me?” Chen Shiyu was quite surprised but didn’t ask further and sat back down.

Xu Fan stood up, cleared his throat, and spoke earnestly, “Here is my idea…”

He talked for a full half-hour, during which Xu Yixue and Chen Shiyu listened intently, their expressions becoming increasingly excited.

“That’s all from me. What do you think?” Xu Fan asked with a gentlemanly smile, awaiting their appraisal.