552: A domineering family that emptied its fortune and risked everything

“Holy crap! Are these two crazy? To throw away billions for a momentary fit of pique?!”

“How is that possible? Everyone here is an adult, would they really be so impulsive just for a moment of anger?”

“I suspect there’s some inside story we don’t know about; that Class E land might have another secret…”

“Then should we bid too? But relying on just a guess feels a bit unreliable! One wrong move and it’s a total loss!”

“That shouldn’t be right! I remember there’s a swamp under that land, it’s not suitable for construction at all!”

...“It seems the Su Corporation has been raking in money with products like the Beauty Pill recently!”

“That kid from the Su Family bids without even batting an eye. With each opening and closing of his mouth, four or five hundred million are added. I suspect today might see a sky-high price.”

“Tsk tsk tsk… If this really is a wasteland, that would be great! Spending so much money to acquire a worthless piece of land would surely leave a glorious mark in the real estate world, becoming infamous for ten thousand years.”

“Bid, bid! I love this kind of spiteful bidding; it’s inexplicably satisfying! Hehehehe—”

“…”

Inside the auction house.

Many developers listened to the clashing bids, their faces showing odd expressions, their thoughts varied.

Most of those who enjoyed watching the spectacle, not minding the trouble, were eagerly anticipating a more intense price war.

They wanted to see whether the Huo Family was ultimately richer, or if this junior from the Su Family had more courage.

A small number of “smart people,” however, were secretly speculating about Lin Xuan’s true reasons for doing this.

They couldn’t understand why he would suddenly intentionally drive up the price and start a price war with the Huo Family.

Does this land truly possess some unknown potential value?

Or is there some other ulterior motive?

It couldn’t possibly be just a foolish reason like a fit of pique or mutual dislike, could it?

Are they trying to fool a three-year-old?!!! (•́へ•́╬)

On the other side, the Huo Family members collectively wore grim expressions, having already cursed Lin Xuan’s ancestors eighteen generations back to hell.

At the same time, some of the Huo Family’s high-ranking officials began to feel a little panicked.

They had actually investigated and confirmed long ago that there was a swamp under the Class E land, making it unsuitable for construction.

After learning that the University City’s site selection was here, they had privately discussed it.

But considering that Class E land was seen as a wasteland by many developers, it would at most cost ten small targets to acquire it.

Even if a “landmine” appeared mid-way, the Huo Family’s foundation could bear it.

Now, with Lin Xuan’s interference, the cost of acquiring this land had multiplied, possibly emptying the Huo Family’s liquid funds in one go.

As long as Huo Qichen’s intelligence had even a tiny deviation,

the Huo Family would instantly fall into an abyss of eternal damnation, becoming the “laughingstock” and “negative example” of the entire real estate industry… “Five billion!!!”

Huo Tingfeng’s face turned red as he roared out.

As the price war escalated, the pressure he endured also multiplied in real-time.

He understood the worries of his clansmen; how could he not?

But with the arrow on the bowstring, it had to be loosed.

He was now in a predicament where he couldn’t back down, and could only pray that the scoundrel from the Lin Family would be scared off soon… Unfortunately, a light “5.5 billion” completely shattered his illusion, almost making him grind his teeth to dust—

Baka yarou w(ﾟДﾟ)w!!!!!

On the wheelchair.

Huo Qichen’s breathing was rapid, and the veins on his forehead throbbed with anger, wishing he could tear Lin Xuan to pieces.

He never imagined that to oppose the Huo Family, the other party would stubbornly refuse to let go, spending billions to buy a wasteland?

Was he not afraid of losing everything?

Or… did that scoundrel also know the true value of the Class E land?!

At this thought, Huo Qichen’s heart sank, and he finally understood the true reason for Lin Xuan’s “madness.”

Recalling that the other party had been at odds with the Tang Family before,

but recently, their relationship had inexplicably grown much closer… Hmph, the despicable fellow must have, like himself, received news of the University City project.

That’s why he stooped low, lurking by the Tang Family, waiting for an opportunity to steal information about the site selection.

Clearly, he succeeded.

This also perfectly explained why he, primarily in the pharmaceutical industry, insisted on boldly meddling in the real estate industry?!

He was clearly blinded by the immense profits within it.

He got it! He got it!

The Overbearing CEO completely got it!!!!!

“Dad, listen to me…”

When Huo Qichen confidently presented his conclusions, all the Huo Family members first trembled slightly, then suddenly understood.

Souka~~~~

At this moment, The Huo Clan also collectively enlightened!!!!!

After all, this explanation was truly impeccable and perfectly reasonable… “So that’s it, I knew there was something fishy going on! This explains the little brat’s motives!”

“To benefit himself, he actually exploited the trust of his relatives to steal information; he’s truly a beast worse than a pig or a dog!!!”

“Still, the Young Clan Leader is smart; he saw through it instantly and understood the whole story!”

“However, this further confirms the authenticity of the information.”

“We must acquire this priceless Class E land; we absolutely cannot let that bastard snatch it.”

...“Damn it! I should have known not to acquire other lands earlier, now funds are a bit tight, and I’m afraid I can’t win the price war against that kid!”

“There’s no choice! All you Huo Family brothers and sisters, for our family to prosper and last for thousands of generations.”

“I suggest individual contributions, let’s all pool our resources; our Huo Family is determined to get this land! When the family is in trouble, every man has a responsibility!”

“Exactly! By acquiring this treasure land, this small investment will surely be returned hundreds or thousands of times over in the future.”

“Now is just making an early investment! A small investment for huge returns!”

“…”

To secure enough bidding funds, Huo Tingfeng made a promise on the spot, painting a grand vision.

The Huo Clan shares both good fortune and hardship.

Soon, The Huo Clan members present all generously contributed.

Private stashes, retirement savings, and other accumulated funds—everything that could be taken out was taken out.

Gathering the strength of the entire Huo Family, they finally raised another 1.5 billion.

Adding that to the corporation’s remaining 5.5 billion in liquid funds, they could still afford it as long as it didn’t exceed 7 billion.

They truly didn’t believe that the Su Corporation, having only recently risen, could possibly have a deeper foundation than their Huo Family.

“Six billion!!!”

After receiving the new injection of funds, Huo Tingfeng felt his confidence grow considerably.

He slammed the table and roared to the sky.

Adopting a stance as if he would fight Lin Xuan to the bitter end:

“Kid, if you’ve got the guts, keep following!”

“My Huo Family is a century-old aristocratic family, with unfathomably deep foundations. We have never been afraid of anyone—!!!!”

“…”