With Wang Fei, the heir of the Wang family, under control, Gou Feng's evil plan proceeded smoothly.
On one hand, he utilized Ge Er's abilities to imprison all direct family members of the Wang family in the basement of the Wang family villa, assigning trusted confidants to monitor them in real-time.
On the other hand, he wasted no time in having Gou Xingzhi lead all Gou family bodyguards to implement a 24-hour lockdown of the Wang family villa.
In addition, he secretly took over all of the Wang family's assets under the guise of Wang Fei's identity.
Thus,
The Wang family, one of the eight major families in Le City, was effectively reduced to a mere name.
Gou Feng consequently earned Dr. Sim's approval and, within a mere few days, established a research base for superpowered individuals exclusively for the Gou family, using the Wang family villa as its headquarters!
As agreed, Dr. Sim, along with a group of researchers, commenced new data-driven superpowered individual modification experiments at the Gou family's new base.
Seeing everything progress with such vigor, Gou Feng, in his greatly improved mood, had long cast aside the slight guilt he felt for killing Wang Zizai.
At this moment, he was basking in the glow of success, enjoying the pleasures of men with Ge Er!
Afterward, they lit cigars, raised their glasses, and chatted with hearty laughter.
"Haha… Brother Ge Er! You're truly impressive, playing with four at once without batting an eye. You truly put your brother to shame!"
Ge Er replied nonchalantly, "What's there to it? I could handle three more! But Brother Gou, you don't need to envy me. As long as Dr. Sim's experiments yield further breakthroughs, you too can experience the joy of becoming a superpowered individual! Then, even facing ten opponents, I guarantee you'll remain as strong as ever!"
Upon hearing this, Gou Feng's eyes filled with anticipation.
"Really? But wouldn't the risk be too great? By the way, Brother Ge Er, how did you endure it when you underwent the modification?"
Ge Er chuckled, "Endure what! It was a fifty-something percent chance, just a gamble fueled by sheer belief! But to be honest, looking back now, I do feel a bit of lingering fear. If I had gambled wrong, I would have died with regrets! So, Brother Gou, I suggest you wait a bit longer. Once the experimental data reaches seventy to eighty percent, there will be nothing to worry about!"
Gou Feng's joy was evident.
He couldn't help but marvel inwardly: money truly is a wonderful thing! All one needs to do is enjoy the best outcomes.
With these thoughts, Gou Feng actually felt a sense of gratitude.
"In that case, Brother Ge Er, I truly must thank you for mistakenly killing Wang Zizai. Otherwise, how would my Gou family have had the chance to gain the Doctor's favor!"
Ge Er burst into laughter upon hearing this, "That's why I say, everything has its pros and cons! Fortune favors the bold!"
Gou Feng agreed, "Yes, yes, Brother Ge Er is absolutely right! Once the Doctor's research progresses further, I, Gou Feng, will definitely seek the fortune of becoming a superpowered individual!"
As he spoke, Gou Feng's mind began to envision the glorious moment when he would become a superpowered individual and completely crush the Han family under his heel.
Meanwhile,
The Han family members wore expressions of doubt.
"What did you say? The Wang family didn't compete with us in their specialty, the beauty industry, but instead invested heavily to support the Gou family in competing in our pharmaceutical industry?"
Han Lang, after finishing his day's cultivation, was chatting with Han Kang about the current market competition during his leisure time.
However, upon hearing Han Kang's description of the recent puzzling actions of the Gou and Wang families, he was greatly perplexed.
"Yes! I find it very strange too. Logically, if the Gou family had indeed joined forces with the Wang family, the Wang family shouldn't have abandoned their specialty, the beauty industry, to support the Gou family's pharmaceuticals? Not only would it be a thankless task, but the results would also be negligible!" Han Kang was equally puzzled.
Wang Fang chimed in, "Could it be some kind of conspiracy? Are they doing this just to mislead us, and then deliver a devastating blow to us in the beauty industry?"
Han Kang shook his head, "No! Xue Rong and I have already considered this. We investigated secretly, and the Wang family's beauty business shows no signs of activity. The strangest thing is, although the Gou and Wang families have allied, the Wang family patriarch, Wang Zizai, has never made an appearance. We don't even know when they reached this cooperation!"
The brainless Ma Long interjected at an opportune moment, "Could it have been discussed over the phone? That the two of them never actually met?"
Although Han Kang didn't find this reason particularly convincing, he had no better explanation at the moment.
"That possibility cannot be ruled out!"
Just then, Han Lang, who had been deep in thought, negated it.
"I don't think it's likely! This is a competition between eight major families, how could it be so casual? I believe there must be something fishy going on! Han Kang, do you have any other unusual news from your end?"
Han Kang thought carefully for a long time and then replied unconfidently.
"Before we discovered the formal alliance between the Gou and Wang families, there was indeed a piece of gossip. It was said that Wang Zizai suddenly fell seriously ill, and Wang Fei, along with Gou Feng, visited the Wang Group and issued a strange order!"
"What order?"
Han Kang and the other two asked urgently.
"It said that until Wang Zizai recovered, the Wang Group would be managed with the assistance of the Gou family for Wang Fei. But Wang Fei is Wang Zizai's only son! Moreover, the entire Le City knows that the Wang family and the Gou family have a good relationship, so this arrangement seems reasonable, right? Therefore, Xue Rong and I thought it was quite normal!"
After hearing Han Kang's account, Han Lang repeatedly murmured Wang Fei's name.
He pondered for a moment and then asked in surprise, "This isn't right, is it? Wang Fei, like Xiao Ying, is currently just a student at Le Lan University! Even if Wang Zizai were gravely ill and eager to train Wang Fei to take over the family business, he wouldn't make such a significant move as allying with the Gou family at this juncture, would he? Doesn't this essentially mean they are being led by the nose by the Gou family?"
Han Lang's questioning made Han Kang suddenly realize.
"That's right! Even if Wang Zizai and Gou Feng were good friends, the other direct family members of the Wang family wouldn't agree to such a decision! Yet, we haven't heard any news of their opposition!"
Wang Fang, hearing this, finally understood the complexity of the situation. However, Ma Long still seemed a bit slow on the uptake.
"Even if there's a lot of shadiness involved, what impact does it have on us?"
Wang Fang looked at Ma Long with an expression that clearly indicated she didn't want to associate with him.
"Can't your wooden head hold any information? If this is the case, and the Gou family truly gains control of the Wang family, then when they counterattack, it won't just be a competition between two families anymore!"
Upon hearing this, Ma Long was also shocked and quickly inquired, "Then what should we do next?"
Han Lang's brow furrowed, "I think this matter is definitely not that simple! We need to find a way to probe the Wang family's true strength!"
As he spoke, he suddenly turned and said to Ma Long, "Brother Ma, this matter might require your help!"
As soon as he heard he had a task, Ma Long's spirits immediately lifted, "Young Master, tell me. As long as it doesn't involve using my brain, I'll do anything!"
Han Lang didn't stand on ceremony and immediately replied, "I have a feeling that Wang Zizai's serious illness and the lack of news from the Wang family's direct family members are not as simple as they seem. Find a way to infiltrate the Wang family for me and see what the situation is there!"
Upon hearing this, Ma Long confidently accepted the task.
"No problem! Reconnaissance, that's my specialty! Leave it to me, and rest assured!"