594: The Huo Family's Fall from Heaven to Hell——o(╥﹏╥)o【4,000 words】

“Look!”

“The senior executives of The Huo Clan are out!!!”

“...”

When Huo Tingfeng led his clansmen to appear, reporters from various major media outlets rushed to spread the news.

In no time, they were carrying their long and short lenses, surrounding the Huo Family members so tightly that not even a drop of water could pass through, and the camera flashes went off continuously.

Click, click, click—

...“President Huo, why did you spend hundreds of millions to bid on a piece of land widely known to be wasteland?”

“Mr. Huo, today you dispatched so many professionals to re-survey the land...”

“Could it be that you think there was a deviation in the previous assessment of this land? Is there something fishy going on?”

“Chairman Huo, I heard that the reason your Huo Family chose to stake everything on one throw and make such an incredible decision...”

“Was actually due to the instigation of your son, Young Master Huo? Is that true or false?”

...“Rumor has it that Young Master Huo Qi Chen has now become a quadriplegic, needing servants to help him with everything from eating and drinking to sleeping and using the restroom?”

“Given this situation, will the Huo Family remain true to its original intention and still choose Young Master Huo as the heir? Please, President Huo, respond directly!”

“According to unofficial sources! To stimulate economic consumption in Modu City, the Urban Construction Planning Bureau is preparing to implement a major project...”

“May I ask if this is related to Huo Corporation’s current business investment?”

“...”

Facing the reporters’ continuous sharp questions,

Huo Tingfeng remained calm, a smile playing on his lips, and simultaneously raised both hands to press down into the air, signaling everyone to be quiet.

His every move exuded a sense of composure, as if everything was under his control, fully displaying his nature as an Overbearing CEO.

He thought for a moment and decided to clear his son’s name first.

After all, Huo Qichen was his flesh and blood, representing his face.

Coupled with his great contributions to the family this time, his position as heir was unshakable.

Therefore, The Huo Clan had to show the appropriate protective attitude to deter the petty individuals from the outside world.

Huo Family Ancestral Precepts:

“Those who insult our Huo Family Young Master shall be executed, no matter how far they flee—!!!!!!”

...“Dear reporter friends, thank you for your concern for the Huo Family. I promise to answer all your confusions, please bear with me.”

“First of all, the heir of The Huo Clan has never changed from beginning to end; he is my son, Qi Chen!!!”

“To be honest! My son, Qi Chen, possesses the potential to be the richest man.”

“Moreover, he is not suffering from a serious illness; rather, he has experienced an atavistic phenomenon, blessed by the Huo Family ancestors!”

“...”

Atavism?

And blessed by the Huo Family ancestors?

What kind of eccentric ancestor would bless their descendant by making him a “cripple” confined to bed?!

What a huge joke! ￣□￣｜｜

Listening to Huo Tingfeng’s bizarre explanation, the reporters present all had strange expressions, even wondering if The Huo Clan leader had gone crazy due to too much pressure?!!

However, such curious and strange news was precisely what the public most relished.

Therefore, no one at the scene interrupted Huo Tingfeng’s speech, letting him ramble on and pontificate... “As everyone knows, our Huo Family ancestor—Hawking!”

“Although he was born paralyzed and disabled, he achieved extraordinary accomplishments through sheer perseverance, creating the eternal legacy of The Huo Clan!”

“Now, my son, Qi Chen!”

“Fortunately, the old ancestor communicated through a dream, informing us that this piece of land is not worthless; it is a treasure land worth hundreds of billions in the future!!!”

“This is the immense wealth bestowed upon us, the descendants, by the old ancestor. Our Huo Family naturally must do everything in its power to accept it.”

“As the saying goes: A great roc rises with the wind in a day, soaring ninety thousand li.”

“Our Huo Family has been biding its time for too long! Now that my son, this true dragon, has emerged, the time for him to rule the world has come...”

“In the future, the name of our Huo Family will surely resonate throughout the entire Great Xia!!!!”

“...”

Hiss~~~~~~

Σ(⊙▽⊙"a.

No way? Is the Huo Family that bold?

They even spoke of ancestral dreams and ruling the world... Listening to Huo Tingfeng’s arrogant words, everyone present was utterly shocked and in an uproar.

After all, once these words spread, the sensation they would cause would definitely be extraordinary.

Had the Huo Family completely exposed their ambition?

Who gave them such courage?

Fish Leong?

Could that piece of wasteland truly be so extraordinary? To grant the Huo Family such immense confidence!!!

But ancestral spiritual dreams... that reason is too far-fetched, isn't it?!

Just as everyone at the scene was whispering, momentarily stunned by Huo Tingfeng's shocking words... the Huo Family's senior executives exchanged glances, all tacitly understanding, and began to strongly support their Young Master.

Currently, Huo Qichen's illness is incurable, and he will likely spend his entire life in a wheelchair.

The future head of the Huo Family is a disabled person who cannot care for himself.

This matter, if spread, would be too “disgraceful” and could affect the Huo Family’s century-old reputation.

Since that is the case, they might as well elevate their Young Master to the heavens, turning him into a “myth.”

To inform the public that Huo Qichen’s disability is not a misfortune, but rather proof of ancestral blessing, a great honor.

As long as their Young Master is cloaked in a veil of mystery, regardless of its truth, it will always deter some petty individuals who operate with the mindset of “better safe than sorry.”

Especially once the [University City] project is announced, and Huo Qichen’s “miracle” of foresight spreads.

By then, word will spread far and wide, and who would dare to easily provoke their Huo Family?

To speak ill of their “Son of God”???

This was the “god-making” plan that the Huo Family had painstakingly devised!!!

Hehehehe—

...“That’s right, our Young Master is a dragon among men!”

“A while ago, he had an epiphany and dreamed of our Huo Family ancestor—Hawking.”

“He learned that above this land, there is an aura of purple qi coming from the east, and acquiring it would ensure the Huo Family’s eternal prosperity and soaring success.”

“That’s why our Huo Family invested everything to acquire it. I believe our Huo Family will soar to great heights soon. Hahaha...”

“This is all thanks to our Young Master! He is indeed the chosen one! Those who follow our Young Master prosper, and those who oppose him perish.”

“May the sun, moon, and rivers last forever, and may the Huo Family’s empire last forever!!!”

“...”

The corners of the mouths of more than a dozen Huo Clan members curled up wildly, smug and boastful of Huo Qichen.

In their eyes, everything was ready, only lacking an east wind; if not now, when else could they be so arrogant?!!

Everything was already settled!!!

Once the official [University City] project is announced, their Young Master’s “prescient” ability will naturally be confirmed.

Rumors of the Huo Family possessing great fortune and being blessed by their ancestors will also spread.

Other forces, if they wish to contend with the Huo Family, would probably have to think twice and weigh their options carefully... Faced with the Huo Family’s arrogant and domineering posture,

the various forces present and those secretly observing were indeed momentarily stunned.

After all, these Huo Family executives all seemed full of confidence, surely backed by tremendous support; otherwise, they would never dare to be so arrogant.

And some who had heard whispers of the [University City] project were now wide-eyed and thoughtful.

No wonder the Huo Family dared to act like this... Could it be... But wasn't this already deemed wasteland? How could it instantly “turn waste into treasure”?

Did that crown prince of the Huo Family truly become possessed by an ancestor and gain the ability to predict the future???

Countless confusions arose in people's hearts.

However, a wise man submits to circumstances.

I heard that the province is about to make a big move, so we will soon know what the Huo Family’s “trump card” is... “Mr. Huo, what are your future business plans? Please share some details.”

“Why are you so confident in Young Master Huo’s judgment? Have you considered the consequences of a failed judgment?”

“President Huo, if this piece of land is truly invaluable, how do you plan to develop it? Residential community or commercial plaza?”

“...”

To dig up exclusive scoops, the reporters were like cats smelling fish, tirelessly asking all sorts of questions, wave after wave.

And Huo Tingfeng, from beginning to end, remained composed, smiling, and answered methodically, demonstrating a very high level of business acumen.

This steady, calm, and confident demeanor, unfazed even when a mountain crumbles before him, further deterred the various forces observing in secret from making any rash moves.

For a time,

The Huo Clan was riding high, enjoying a flourishing and prosperous situation... Half an hour later,

when Huo Tingfeng and others, in high spirits, clasped their hands in thanks to the reporters for coming,

and announced the end of the interview, watching the reporters gradually leave... Not far away, the managers who had been dispatched earlier to re-survey the land value were rushing towards them, ecstatic, holding the freshly released inspection report.

Seeing this, the Huo Family members' eyes lit up, and the smiles on their faces were impossible to suppress.

Finally... it’s here?

Looking at how happily they were smiling, they must have made some incredible discovery... Good, good, good!

I knew it, how could a piece of land chosen for the [University City] construction be wasteland?!!!

The Huo Family's path to prosperity begins now—

Thinking of this,

Huo Tingfeng and the others instantly reached the peak of their high spirits.

Their smug expressions were as if they were already standing on the glorious summit of The Huo Clan’s future, needing only to look down upon all beings.

Of course, how could such a glorious moment, a turning point in the family's destiny, not be witnessed and recorded by others???

Seeing the reporters turning to leave, Huo Tingfeng quickly raised his voice.

His voice, like a great bell, resonated through the air:

“Everyone, please stop!”

“Don’t leave yet, our Huo Family still has world-shaking news to announce to the world!”

“...”

Hmm?

Could there be some hidden surprise?

Many reporters, as if sharks smelling blood, instantly perked up and swiftly returned like a tide.

Their gazes, sharp as torches, refocused on Huo Tingfeng.

In an instant, microphones stood like a forest, and cameras flashed like countless stars.

Everyone was eager, anticipating the bombshell news about to be revealed, as if it were a world-shattering secret hidden in Pandora's box... “Everyone, I’m sure you all know that I had this piece of land re-surveyed.”

“Now, the latest results are in...”

“Whether this land is valuable or worthless, we will soon find out...”

“...”

Huo Tingfeng’s smile never ceased; it was like a flower in full bloom, radiant with a hint of extravagance.

Immediately, he enthusiastically waved his arms towards the surveying managers who were rushing over.

The light in his eyes sparkled with fervent anticipation, like a treasure hunter about to touch a peerless gem.

“Boss, I... we... the previous...”

The department managers ran, panting, their voices broken, like a few tired old oxen.

Before they could catch their breath, Huo Tingfeng eagerly reached out to snatch the inspection report.

At the same time, he did not forget to loudly proclaim to those around him:

“Everyone, today is the moment for our Huo Family to make a name for itself—

“My son, Qi Chen’s foresight, is absolutely not empty talk.”

“This piece of land is a heaven-sent auspicious place, carrying the eternal prosperity of The Huo Clan, and I will explain it to you all.”

“...”

However, the moment Huo Tingfeng’s gaze fell upon the contents of the inspection report,

his once sun-bright smile instantly froze on his face, as if struck by a biting cold wind.

His eyes widened suddenly, as if he had witnessed the end of the world, filled with terror and disbelief.

His lips trembled violently, like two leaves shivering in a strong wind.

It was as if an invisible hand had tightly clutched his throat, and he couldn't utter a single word for a long time.

“Clan... Clan Leader, what’s wrong?”

Seeing this, the other Huo Family executives immediately felt a bone-chilling coldness in their hearts.

An ominous premonition, like dark clouds, quickly enveloped their minds.

They swarmed forward to check, their eager expressions like drowning people desperately trying to grasp a last straw.

When they saw the contents of the report... everyone was struck dumb, like they had been hit by a bolt from the blue, standing rooted to the spot.

The contents of that report, like a death sentence, mercilessly declared the shattering of their beautiful dream.

This land, after repeated and meticulous surveying by professionals, was still concluded to be an absolute wasteland!!!!!

“No~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~”

Huo Tingfeng and the other clansmen immediately collapsed to their knees, crying out in despair. (꒦_꒦)

Snowflakes flutter ~ ~ ~

Wind also rustles ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Heaven and earth ~ ~ a vast ~ ~ expanse ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

o(╥﹏╥)o~~~~~~~