Supreme Divine Physician in the City Chapter 1540: When Have I Ever Lost?

"You've hit the nail on the head; this time, the Wang Family absolutely cannot afford to falter." Wang Qianjun nodded, his expression grim. "The Wang Family has already endured too many losses recently. If we can't staunch this flow, the repercussions will be almost beyond imagining."

"But is there any chance the Wang Family *will* lose?"

The stunning woman offered a smile, shaking her head gently. "The Wang Family will not lose; on the contrary, they will achieve a resounding victory, completely dismantling the Eastern Group and seizing control of the international markets they've established. Their factories and distribution networks will simply become assets that benefit the Wang Family."

"Brilliant." Wang Qianjun let out a laugh. "Once the Eastern Group collapses, the Demon Crystals held by the Lin Family will inevitably surface. At that point, the Wang Family will secure the Demon Crystals and forge a research partnership with the Holy Mansion. From that moment on, the Wang Family will transcend its status as merely the Wang Family of Yan Country, becoming a global powerhouse!"

"That Black Emperor believes he holds all the cards, but he's oblivious to the fact that you've foreseen this move. When they attempt to establish their overseas operations, they'll discover their ambitions are nothing more than wishful thinking."

The beautiful woman giggled, her gaze fixed on Wang Qianjun with profound adoration and admiration. "To strategize three steps ahead, Qianjun, how can you possibly be so remarkable?"

"In my current position, I can't possibly control everything," Wang Qianjun replied with a wry smile, shaking his head. "If I had been even slightly slower than my rivals, I would likely have been eliminated long ago."

"Compared to you, that imbecile Liu Qiankun is utterly incompetent," the beautiful woman chimed in with a laugh.

Wang Qianjun sighed, shaking his head. "Regardless, he is still your husband. Is it truly appropriate to speak of him in such terms?"

"In my heart, he has never been my man," the beautiful woman declared, gazing wistfully at Wang Qianjun and striking a coquettish pose. "Only you, Qianjun, are the sole true love of my life."

Wang Qianjun narrowed his eyes, a thoughtful expression crossing his face. "You certainly give me much to consider."

The beautiful woman gracefully stood, turning her back to Wang Qianjun and arching her body alluringly. "If you are contemplating it, then come."

Wang Qianjun inquired, "Where is Liu Qiankun?"

The Beautiful Woman responded, "He won't be returning anytime soon."

Wang Qianjun rose, his demeanor shifting to reveal a fierce intensity.

The beautiful woman's eyes gleamed with undisguised desire.

Wang Qianjun embraced the beautiful woman with both hands, yet his thoughts were clearly elsewhere.

His gaze drifted past the window, fixated on the descending sun, and a mocking smile played on his lips. "Ye Xuan, you are much like this sunset; your time is rapidly drawing to a close.

The second confrontation between us is imminent; it is about to commence.

The first encounter, you emerged victorious.

But can you possibly claim victory this second time around?

Should you falter, your annihilation is a certainty, and countless others will perish alongside you. It will not be a life lived in vain for you, after all!"

...

With the necessary funds secured and all arrangements made, Ye Xuan is scheduled to depart for overseas tomorrow morning with Lin Tong in pursuit of construction material channels.

Meanwhile, Liu Ying and Chi Lian will be dispatched to opposite ends of the globe to scout for channels, effectively dividing their efforts.

The hour has already approached midnight.

Yet, Ye Xuan exhibited no signs of urgency regarding his impending international journey; he remained at Su Yumo's residence, engaged in intimate activities.

The wind subsided, and the rain ceased.

A soft sound, "Pa!"

Ye Xuan lit a cigarette, inhaling deeply, a sense of contentment washing over him.

Su Yumo, utterly spent and weak once more, lay sprawled across Ye Xuan's chest, her breathing ragged as if she had just completed a grueling marathon, a profound ache settling within her.

A period of tranquil silence enveloped them.

Su Yumo puckered her lips, a sudden blush coloring her cheeks as she hesitantly asked, "Ye Xuan, do you suppose Xiong Shan next door could have heard all the commotion we were making just now?"

"I made sure he took a stroll down to the Flood Control Dam, with strict instructions not to return for at least three hours," Ye Xuan replied with a grin.

"Ah?" Su Yumo exclaimed in surprise, playfully chiding him, "Xiong Shan is such a good person; why must you torment him every single day?"

"Aren't we heading abroad tomorrow? We can't possibly allow Xiong Shan to interfere with the nurturing of our relationship," Ye Xuan stated heartlessly.

His reasoning, strangely enough, seemed perfectly sound.

Su Yumo blinked her beautiful eyes, a flicker of hesitation crossing her features, as if something weighed heavily on her mind.

How perceptive was Ye Xuan?

Su Yumo knew, with absolute certainty, that she could not possibly deceive him.

Therefore, before he had even finished his cigarette, Ye Xuan detected Su Yumo's unusual demeanor and couldn't help but smile. "What's wrong? Is something troubling you?"

"Ah?" Su Yumo stammered, her face flushed with embarrassment as she quickly shook her head. "No, nothing at all is on my mind."

"Oh, but there is; it's practically written all over your face," Ye Xuan teased, playfully tapping her, which elicited a startled squeal and indignant scolding from Su Yumo.

Her cheeks still burning, Su Yumo pursed her lips and finally confessed, "Ye Xuan, is our company… is it in some kind of trouble?"

Ye Xuan paused, his expression shifting. "How did you come to know that?"

"Lately, the CEO and Sister Xiao Ying have both seemed quite troubled, and our company has been experiencing a sudden string of unusual issues. First, there was the termination of cooperation with several major corporations, and then the massive construction of production facilities for entering the international market."

Su Yumo mumbled, "They always say that where there's smoke, there's fire. I just have a feeling the company might be heading into trouble again."

"Oh." Ye Xuan chuckled, "Yumo, I didn't realize you were so perceptive?"

"You jerk!" Su Yumo playfully slapped Ye Xuan, "I graduated from a prestigious university; I'm not completely clueless, alright?"

Ye Xuan let out a laugh, observing Su Yumo's charming and endearing expression, finding it difficult to resist engaging in more playful banter.

Su Yumo blinked her lovely eyes, her demeanor suddenly becoming solemn as she looked directly at Ye Xuan. "Ye Xuan, tell me honestly, is this trouble we're facing very serious?"

Ye Xuan's smile faltered for a moment. He met Su Yumo's gaze and decided against withholding the truth. "Extremely serious."

"Will..." Su Yumo hesitated, her voice trembling slightly. "Will people die?"

"Yes." Ye Xuan nodded gravely. "It's either them or me. No matter who emerges victorious in the end, countless lives will be lost."

Ye Xuan was not exaggerating in the slightest.

Following Wang Qianjun's unprovoked aggression, after several days of simmering tension, this impending confrontation had escalated into a battle for survival.

At least, that was how Ye Xuan perceived it.

While Ye Xuan was confident in his ability to safeguard those closest to him even if the Eastern Group faced a crushing defeat, numerous other parties, such as the Murong Family and the Storm Alliance, would undoubtedly pay a severe price.

This was because they had made a tremendously risky gamble.

Should the Eastern Group achieve a triumphant comeback, these allies would rise alongside it to even greater prominence. However, if the Eastern Group faltered and collapsed, the vindictive Wang Family would show no mercy, ensuring none of their associates would escape retribution.

What about the protection of the Li Family?

The Li Family would offer protection, but perhaps they could shield one person. Could they possibly extend that safeguard to everyone?

Furthermore, the Li Family had also committed substantial resources to this strategic endeavor. If it failed, the immense losses they would incur would leave them incapable of providing assistance, even if they wished to.

This was war.

Once the drums of conflict begin to beat, the ensuing casualties are invariably cruel and unforgiving!

Upon hearing Ye Xuan's stark truth, Su Yumo, whose background was far from the world of power struggles, turned visibly paler. "Then... can we win?"

"Of course, we can win." Ye Xuan flashed a confident grin. "Have you ever witnessed me face defeat?"