Previously on Supreme Divine Physician in the City...
The Wang Family's industries collapsed after a synchronized attack from the Li Family and banks. Wang Qianjun received mocking messages from Ye Xuan, driving him to rage and then unconsciousness. The Eastern Group achieved a massive victory, securing a partnership with the Carter Family, while the Wang Family faced complete ruin.
The entire Yan Country was a witness to a truly dramatic saga. In a mere two weeks, the Eastern Group experienced a catastrophic plunge, only to violently surge upwards again due to the unveiling of critical strategic plans. Subsequently, it plummeted once more, but within a few short hours, an astonishing announcement was broadcast, inciting an even more frenzied trading halt. When will this wild trading spree finally cease? None can predict. A modest enterprise, valued at just over a billion a year prior, has now achieved such an immense ascent. In the volatile stock market, traditional trading techniques have become obsolete, leaving only pure luck and sheer audacity. Fortunes were made by those who invested in this stock, their success a source of laughter. Conversely, those who abstained or sold prematurely could only watch in anguish from the sidelines, forever haunted by the scarcity of shares. Life, it seems, is indeed a series of unpredictable highs and lows!
Meanwhile, across the globe, Ye Xuan found himself in Barcelona's premier hotel, engaged in a long-distance phone call with Liu Ying. To be more precise, it was less of a conversation and more of an extended scolding directed at Ye Xuan. "Ye Xuan, you scoundrel! Why didn't you disclose this plan earlier? You had me scrambling across America and Australia, chasing shadows and coming up empty-handed each time. I was literally on the verge of leaping into the ocean!" she exclaimed. "Do you have any idea how utterly exhausted Luo Qing and I have been these past few days? We were constantly dodging assassins everywhere we went. If it hadn't been for Luo Qing's incredible skills, I might not have survived to even speak with you now!" "Where are you? Get back here immediately; I swear I'm going to kill you!" Ye Xuan, facing Liu Ying's relentless barrage of accusations, could only sigh in resignation. After allowing her to vent her frustrations for a considerable period, he promptly ended the call. Explanations were futile. What did women truly understand? A man must possess unwavering resolve and resilience! After disconnecting, Ye Xuan turned to Lin Tong, who was by his side, and offered a wide grin. "Darling, now that everything is resolved, and considering how utterly drained we've been lately, how about we linger in Barcelona for a few more days?" Lin Tong, pursing her lips, nodded in agreement. "As you wish. Besides, Little Yun Duo is eager to explore, so we can consider it a well-deserved vacation." "Excellent," Ye Xuan affirmed, then added, "Carter is hosting a banquet tonight, right here in our hotel. We might as well enjoy a free meal." "I am aware," Lin Tong replied, glancing at Ye Xuan with a smile. "I'm also aware that at this banquet, the woman you've been yearning for will make an appearance." Ye Xuan's expression shifted to one of stunned disbelief as he looked at Lin Tong. Lin Tong offered a gentle smile. "After she departed, you utilized considerable resources to track her movements, and so did I." Ye Xuan remained speechless for a long moment before slowly regaining his composure. He let out a wry chuckle. It was true; he harbored deep feelings for that woman. Had he not been already married, perhaps their situation wouldn't have dissolved into this painful predicament? Shaking his head, Ye Xuan looked at Lin Tong and inquired with a smile, "In both strength and background, the Leng Family is certainly on par with the Wang or Li families. However, their family's business is rather unique, predominantly operating overseas. After she left without a word and arrived alone in Barcelona, she must have begun taking the reins of the family's affairs." "Indeed, she has already assumed control," Lin Tong confirmed with a smile. Ye Xuan mused, "The eldest daughter of the Leng Family, residing in this very city, it's only natural that Carter's grand banquet would extend an invitation to her." "On the contrary," Lin Tong countered, shaking her head. "Carter had no intention of inviting her." Ye Xuan appeared perplexed. "Based on her standing, she unquestionably merits an invitation from Carter. Yet, the Lin Family and the Carter Family have no existing business entanglements. Since arriving in Barcelona, her demeanor has undergone a significant transformation, leading her to decline nearly all social engagements, save for strictly business-related matters." Lin Tong elaborated with a smile, "Therefore, Carter's initial plan did not include an invitation for her." Ye Xuan’s brow furrowed in confusion. "Then that implies..." "I prompted Carter," Lin Tong revealed. Ye Xuan fell into a profound silence. The quiet was deafening. He had assumed Carter had extended the invitation proactively, but unexpectedly, it was Lin Tong who had intervened, thus creating this potential for a reunion. But would she actually attend? Both he and Lin Tong were now in Barcelona; if she were keeping tabs, she would surely be aware of their presence by now. If not, then whether they crossed paths again or not, would it truly matter? Ye Xuan turned his head, his troubled gaze sweeping across the vast expanse of the clear sky visible through the floor-to-ceiling windows, his eyes reflecting a complex mixture of emotions. If we meet again, how am I to face you?
Barcelona, a prominent city situated in the western region of the Southern Federation. In the 1990s, tens of thousands of individuals from Yan Country migrated to this very city. The world, in its straightforward assessment, bestowed upon them a simple yet definitive label: Yan Merchants.
Over time, the Yan Merchants' dominance in this city has dramatically expanded.
Within this vast network of Yan Merchants, one particular entity commands exceptional recognition.
This is none other than the formidable Leng Family.
Primarily engaged in global commerce, the Leng Family's business ventures span virtually the entire world. The true extent of their wealth and their actual influence on a global scale remains a mystery to all.
What is widely acknowledged, however, is that in Barcelona, the Leng Family possesses a crucial enterprise, typically overseen by a direct heir of the family.
For more than a decade, this establishment was under the management of an elder named Leng Feilong. But a mere two months ago, the leadership of this operation underwent an unexpected transition.
A woman assumed control.
Whispers described her as a woman of breathtaking beauty, shrouded in mystery, possessing an air of nobility, and characterized by a cold, unyielding ruthlessness. A local simpleton, foolishly lacking in judgment, once audaciously whistled at her, only to find himself hospitalized the very next day, his tongue brutally severed.
Since that incident, no one has dared to entertain any further curiosity regarding the enigmatic woman.
At this precise moment, the woman was found in a state of languid repose upon an opulent brown leather sofa. Clad in alluring attire, her presence exuded a captivating charm, akin to that of a bewitched enchantress.
'I am but a little demon, living life without a care, slaying without hesitation, consuming without seasoning...'
The exquisite woman reclined casually on the sofa, a wine glass held gracefully in her hand, slowly swirling the contents of the half-filled glass of ruby-red wine. Her mesmerizing eyes cast a languid gaze out the window as she murmured to herself.
These were lines from a recently popular animated film in the Yan Country, a segment she found particularly enjoyable.
An elderly man, his back bent with age, approached the entrancing beauty.
Leng Qiuge momentarily halted her motion, the wine within her glass continuing its gentle sway.
The hunched old man kept his gaze averted, refraining from looking directly at Leng Qiuge's captivating form, and spoke in a hushed tone, "Miss, a significant event has transpired in Yanzi City."
"The outcome has been determined, the Wang Family utterly defeated, and others are poised to capitalize on their downfall?" Leng Qiuge inquired with a subtle smile.
The hunchbacked man inclined his head, affirming, "Miss's discernment is, as always, remarkable."
Leng Qiuge offered a smile, her delicate chin resting thoughtfully in her hand, before narrowing her eyes slightly. "With everyone else seizing the opportunity, surely our Leng Family cannot afford to remain uninvolved, can we, Uncle Leng?"
Leng Feilong appeared taken aback, lowering his head as he responded, "Miss, while our Leng Family and the Wang Family do not share a particularly cordial relationship, abruptly severing all existing collaborations with the Wang Family would yield no immediate or tangible benefits for our own family."
